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Ostara Ritual and Celebration:

Welcoming the Coming of Spring

with John Hijatt
Thursday, March 21st

5:30pm $13

*limited to 30 participants*
*pre registration suggested*
*5:30pm doors close and the Circle is Cast*


With the March equinox we say goodbye to winter and officially welcom spring.

Here in San Diego, that is only a slight adjustment as the days get longer and warmer.


The equinox marks a time of balance with a moment when day and night are equal creating a liminal space of magic between the two.


Join us on March 21st to celebrate this event honoring the goddess Nehalennia.

Nehalennia is a Dutch Goddess who was worshiped on the south west coast of the Netherlands in the first century C.E. She was revered for travel safety across the sea by merchants and mariners making her connected to the sea, travel, and business. She may have also been honored for fertility of the land, loyalty, and prosperity.


Celebrate your successes through winter and prepare for new "sea" travels with Nehalennia as a guide.

Perhaps she can help you with an upcoming venture!

 

John Hijatt has been a member of the San Diego Pagan Community for decades.  He is co-founder of Coast Oak Grove (San Diego's Druid Grove) and co-leader of the Kindred of the Northern Hammer (a Heathen Kindred celebrating the Gods of the Northern lands). He is devoted to Freya and Odin and is currently active in the Lore Program of The Troth. John is also the host of a great podcast Gifts of the Wyrd,   a forum for and about inclusive Germanic Paganism, Germanic Witchcraft, and Heathen topics exploring magick, runes, animism, and practices for today. Tree of Life has been honored to have John teach, read runes, and lead ritual in our space. He believes community to be an essential part of our practice and a great place to start is at The Tree of Life.

 

Past Events

Imbolc Ritual and Celebration:
Calling the Goddess Brigid

With Andrea Carney
Thursday, February 1st

5:30pm $13

*limited to 30 participants*
*pre registration suggested*
*5:30pm doors close and the Circle is Cast*


The eternal flame of the goddess Bridget will be passed to participants from the original candle eternally lit from the one in Kildare Ireland.

Each person will receive a candle to be taken home to relight other candles to transfer the positive and healing energies for success and well-being.

Holy well water from Ireland will bless all to ensure further well-being.

For those that wish, a dedicating pledge to further personal and world healing in empowerment will also be included. 

Andrea Carney is a Wiccan practitioner in the tradition of the Carae Shide (Fortress of the Faeries).

She’s been practicing craft longer than she can remember.

Winter Solstice Ritual and Celebration 

With Mara Clearspring

Thursday, December 21st

5:30pm $13

*limited to 30 participants*
*pre registration suggested*
*5:30pm doors close and the Circle is Cast*
Reserve your Space Today!


Once a year we experience the longest night and renewal of the light, the Winter Solstice.

 

Join us on this profound evening as we unite in community to both be still, and to celebrate this time of stillness, reflection, and rebirth.

 

In cultures around the world, the Winter Solstice has always been a sacred portal, an opportunity to journey inward, connect with ancestral spirits, and gather wisdom for the coming Turn of the Wheel. A moment allowing for deep introspection and transformation.

 

Together, let's weave a tapestry of rituals and intentions, honoring the profound magic of this season and the inner light that guides us even through the darkest nights. Whether you're well-versed in these traditions or simply drawn to the allure of this cosmic event, we invite you to be part of this communal acknowledgment and celebration. Let's welcome the return of the light!

 

BRING: your own water and scissors (!yes!)

 

Who is Mara Clear Spring Cook?
Mara is a Shamanic Practitioner, Teacher and Reiki Master. She sees private clients for soul retrieval, shamanic healing, one-on-one Shamanic Training, Reiki, space clearing and blessing, guided journey and more – both in person and distance. She leads Shamanic Circles: Goddess, Drumming and Sound Journey. Mara also teaches people how to follow the path of the shaman in First Step Shamanic Training and intermediate and advanced Shamanic courses. She teaches and installs the Nine Rites of the Munay-Ki as taught by Dr. Villoldo and the Four Winds Society.

An Annual Favorite Returns!


Saturday November 18th

12pm-5pm


A celebration of unique gifts and curios designed and created locally.

Magical treats and treasures!

All Manner of Handmade Wares! Unique hand crafted gifts!

Join us for this one day event showcasing several local purveyors of handcrafted goods.

You'll find many unique, high quality and creative gifts for all your holiday shopping.

Shop local and keep it awesome!

 

Samhain Blood Moon Ritual and Celebration

Saturday October 28th

5:30 pm

*limited to 30 participants*
*pre registration suggested*
*5:30pm doors close and the Circle is Cast*
Reserve your Space Today!


As we step into the season where Autumn swiftly transforms into Winter, an energetic shift is underway. This time of year holds special significance for various traditions, including Samhain, All Hallow's Eve, All Souls Day, Hallowe'en, Winter Finding, and others, all of which share common customs to acknowledge the thinning of the veils, allowing the ancestral spirits to draw near once more.

Ancestors encompass more than just those connected to us by blood.

They also include:

 

  - Those who have left a profound impact on us, like cherished teachers, mentors, or dear friends. 

 - Inspirational figures who have stirred our spirits with their remarkable stories.

 - Our adopted families, who become our ancestral lineage through love and commitment.

 - Those who have championed causes such as Equal Rights, the abolition of slavery, or served in the military, fighting for noble ideals.

 

During this gathering, let us pay tribute to those who have crossed into the realm beyond. Feel free to bring a photograph or the name of someone you wish to remember at this event (approximately 2x2 in size to accommodate others).


Health
If you're feeling unwell the evening of we appreciate if you'd stay home and rest up! 
If you call or email us before hand we can push your ticket to the next ritual, or refund as you prefer

 

Parking
We highly recommend coming down a bit early to comfortably find parking. Ocean Beach is a busy little beach community, but there is ample parking. There is a paid lot by the CVS across Cable St. and lots of free street parking available.
 
 

Author Event

Christine Cunningham Ashworth

Free Booksigning

Saturday October 21

4pm


"The iconic Scott Cunningham (1953-1993) was the central figure in establishing Wicca in North America. First published in 1989, his pioneering book Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner radically altered the way people pursued their craft and remains popular today.

 

While so many people have come to Wicca and Paganism through his books, little is actually known about Scott himself. In this tribute, more memoir than biography, his little sister seeks to remedy that with stories of her own. Also included are appreciations written by key figures in today’s world of witchcraft, magic, tarot, and astrology."

Christine Cunningham Ashworth is the younger sister of author and witchcraft pioneer Scott Cunningham. Since 2017, she has become an established part of the cartomancy, witchcraft, and Tarot communities. Christine presents regularly at conferences and for the past three years, she has penned the “Stepping Stones” column for The Cartomancer magazine. Christine is a published author, primarily in the romance genre. She lives in southern California.


Health
If you're feeling unwell the evening of we appreciate if you'd stay home and rest up! 
If you call or email us before hand we can push your ticket to the next ritual, or refund as you prefer

 

Parking
We highly recommend coming down a bit early to comfortably find parking. Ocean Beach is a busy little beach community, but there is ample parking. There is a paid lot by the CVS across Cable St. and lots of free street parking available.