Wishing everyone a very Merry Meet Monday ! 
Here’s a peek at exciting happenings this week:
Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these events!
[ [ Group Ritual- Together with the Coven 
] ]
Join in for a shared group ritual meditation and coven chat on Thursday, August 5th - this activity is open to all members of the forum 
This activity has two parts- you are welcome to join one or both!
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a group meditation ritual with step-by-step instructions that you can join in on your own schedule at any time during the day
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a scheduled hour-long Zoom chat to meet and greet fellow coven members
Group meditation rituals and conversations are held every Thursday. Feel free to visit last week’s group ritual post to get an idea about what to expect.
Keep an eye out for an upcoming announcement on the main page of the forum for more details about this week’s group ritual 
[ [ Freebie Friday 
] ]
Have a burning question on your mind? Seeking some guidance for how to best approach a problem? 
Now is your chance to find some answers, as the talented @MeganB is kindly offering free readings for coven members via tarot or oracle! 
The next Freebie Friday post will be Friday, August 6th . For more information and to get an idea about what to expect, check out last week’s Freebie Friday 
[ [ Moon Phase: New Moon ] ]
We will be blessed by the presence of the New Moon (sometimes called the Dark Moon) on Sunday, August 8th - although the exact time will vary according to your location.
While many witches see the New Moon as a time of rest and reflection, others choose to cast magick speicifc to this phase of the moon cycle. You can learn more about the symbolism of the New Moon in Moon Magic: New Moon
Additionally, the New Moon Spells and Rituals Page has more information and a list of recommended spells for this special time
You can find current moon information for your location as well as complementary spells and rituals to draw on its energy on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
] ]
A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week that may or may not be witchy-related:
- Friday, August 6- Beer Day / Root Beer Day
- Saturday, August 7 - Campfire Day and Night
- Sunday, August 8 - International Cat Day
Ongoing Activities 
These are current activities that can be joined any time before their deadlines
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
Every week, a challenge is presented to all members of the forum to explore new areas of magick and bring out the best of everyone’s diverse talents.
The theme for this week is: The Magick of Food and Drink 
This challenge will close Tuesday, August 3rd at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time Zone)
After this time a Props and Presents post will appear to give recognition and prizes to all participants 
And as always, a brand new challenge will arrive on Wednesday for all challenge enthusiasts.
Are you ready? Join the challenge here: Weekly Witchy Challenge - Wickedly Delicious
[ [ Energy Exchange Circle ] ]
Do you have a little extra love to share and are looking for ways to help out a fellow coven member? Or perhaps you’ve fallen on hard times and could use some positive vibes your way?
The Energy Exchange Circle is run by the warmhearted @praecog29 and is a great way to support and show love to coven members going through hard times. To do a good deed and show you care, consider leaving a note of support in the current thread:
More information about the coven’s wholesome energy exchange can be found in the Energy Exchange Circle 2021 Wiki .
Thanks for spreading the love! 
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
] ]
Calling all book lovers! A reading period for the Spells8 book club is now in session !
You can find more details and are welcome to submit your book in the current thread: 
Spells8 Book Club IX (Jul 23 - Aug 20)
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, August 20th!
More information about the book club and how to join can be found in Book Club F.A.Q and Introduction .
Happy Reading!
New Coven Members 
Merry meet to all of the new members who have joined the forum over the past week!
@NRocco, @karolina1, @Eliza_01, @amber27, @WitchOfTheForest, @molly3, @berk, @jessica64, @Murphy, @oliver, @maxine, @samantha36, @tiffany18, @jennifer58, @crystal23, @laurie7, @markita1, @chelsea13, @kimberly38, @kimberly39, @quiana, @reagan1, @deanna6, @shaquita, @toni4, @niina, @candice4, @jasmine9, @sara12, @denzel, @amanda40, @miley, @marivic, @rebecca17, @krista5, @moon2, @sara13, @rachelle1, @julie18, @shirlene, @kimberly40, @sheronda, @ruth
If you haven’t done so already, please feel free to say hello to your new coven by creating a new topic in the Introductions Category . Consider sharing a bit about who you are and your journey into practicing magick 
We would all love to give you a warm welcome to the forum family!
Special Shout Outs 
- A round of applause to @Amethyst for sharing the most posts and giving out the most hearts in the forum over the past month!
May the kindness, generosity, and warmth that you share find their way back to you three-fold! 
After a four-week streak at the top of the likes and posts pedestal, @Amethyst will receive a special title and badge for their wonderful contributions to the forums- woohoo!
Note : The likes and posts of those who have won the MMM badge will be counted towards the weekly tally again after a two-month rest period.
And of course a very hearty thank you to all members of the Spells8 coven !
Your contributions and love help to make this a welcoming and supportive place for solitary witches all around the world- thanks for being you!
Did you have a nice Sabbat? 
What are your plans for the upcoming New Moon? 
Give a shout out to your fellow coven members and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below!
Blessed be!
lol I always wanted to use that last emoji 
- Christina and Amethyst
To be fair, I had debt to pay off, tattoos I “needed 
”, friends’ to care for, apartment hunting, travel between states to see my kids, medical bills, and the following…
girlfriend (the best blessing 
a person can hope for) and I will be visiting the city together and I can’t wait!
We should totally meet up - outdoors and in a public space. 
for more info.
05 September. (Or do you start the week with Monday?) I will be in England through the 15th and fly back 
to The States on the 16th.
PCR to take within 3 days of flying out and another after 2 days of being there and yet another within three days of heading home. At least I don’t have to quarantine! 
and flights are booked. This is going to be a magical 
time and I am positive I will forever remember this trip.
.
I hope you have an amazing trip!
I am so elated the coven picked you! You are an angel -archetype thank you for always sharing your love!
