Merry Meet !
Welcome to your weekly update about exciting events in both the forum and the witchy world at large 
Hereās what happening this week:
Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you donāt miss out on these one-day events!
[ [ Group Ritual : Together with Your Coven 
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Join in for a shared group ritual meditation and coven chat on Thursday, April 21st - this activity is open to all active coven members 
- The group meditation ritual has step-by-step instructions that you can join in on your own schedule at any time during the day
Group meditation rituals are held every Thursday. Feel free to visit last weekās group ritual to get an idea about what to expect.
Please note that group rituals are hosted in A Sacred Space - you must be logged into your active Spells8 account to access the ritual.
Donāt have an account yet? No worries! You can join Spells8 here
[ [ Freebie Friday 
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Have a burning question on your mind? Seeking some guidance for how to best approach a problem? 
This is your chance to find some answers, as the talented @MeganB is kindly offering free readings via tarot or oracle! 
Picture from Pexels
The next Freebie Friday post will be Friday, April 22nd . For more information and to get an idea about what to expect, check out last weekās Freebie Friday 
[ [ Celestial Event: Meteor Shower 
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The Lyrid Meteor Shower is one of the oldest known meteor showers and it occurs every year in mid to late April.
This year, the shower will peak on the night of Friday, April 22nd. However, even if you canāt catch the show that night, no worries! The meteors will continue to grace the sky until late next week.
You can learn more at EarthSky: 2022 Lyrid Meteor Shower: Everything you need to know
Picture from EarthSky
[ [ Moon Phase: Last Quarter Moon 
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On Saturday, April 23rd , we will be blessed by the light of the Last Quarter Moon.
The last quarter moon is a time of rest and the banishment of negative energies or forces in your life 
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For more information about specific spells recommended for the last quarter moon, visit the guide Moon Magic: Spells for Every Lunar Phase: Last Quarter .
The Last Quarter Moon is a Waning Moon phase. For more Moon Magick and the best spells for this time of month, visit the Waning Moon Magick Guide
You can find the current moon phase for your location as well as a daily lunar spell on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
[ [ Witchy Holiday Heads Up! 
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Not this week but next, get ready for a Sabbat on Sunday, May 1st .
Those in the Northern Hemisphere will experience the pagan holiday Beltane 
Friends in the Southern Hemisphere will enjoy the celebration of Samhain 
Look for celebration suggestions and more holiday info in next weekās Merry Meet Monday!
You can also explore the Wheel of the Year to learn more about the 8 Pagan Sabbats
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
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A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week that may or may not be witchy-related:
- Thursday, April 21 - National Tea Day
- Friday, April 22 - Earth Day
- Saturday, April 23 - Take a Chance Day
Ongoing Activities 
These activities are open to enjoy whenever youād like- join in anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
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Every week, a challenge is presented to all members of the forum to explore new areas of magick and bring out the best of everyoneās diverse talents.
The theme for this week is: Catch-Up 
This challenge will close on Tuesday, April 19th at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time)
After this time a Props and Presents post will appear to give recognition and prizes to all participants 
. A brand new challenge will arrive on Wednesday for all challenge enthusiasts.
Are you ready? Join the current challenge here: Weekly Witchy Challenge - Catch-Up
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
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Calling all book lovers! The next reading period for the Spells8 book club is now in session!
You can find more details and submit your book to read in the current thread:
Spells8 Book Club XVI (Mar 25 - Apr 22)
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, April 22nd .
If you havenāt done so already, please feel free to share and swap your book reviews from last session in the current Readerās discussion thread:
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Spells8 Book Club XV - Readersā Reviews!
More information about the book club and how to join can be found in Book Club F.A.Q and Introduction .
Happy Reading!
[ [ Energy Exchange Circle 
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Do you have a little extra love to share and are looking for ways to help out a fellow coven member? Or perhaps youāve fallen on hard times and could use some positive vibes your way?
The Energy Exchange Circle 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 covenās wholesome energy exchange can be found in the Energy Exchange Wiki .
This monthās Energy Exchange Circle will end on Saturday, April 30th .
Thanks for spreading the love! 
[ [ Your Daily Oracle 
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Are you looking for a bit of higher guidance to help you out today? This collection of daily oracle card (as well as tarot and rune) readings is available for you to access and read thanks to the generosity of the coven 
Visit: April, May, June 2022 Oracle/Tarot/Rune Draws to enjoy a daily oracle message or share your own! 
Please note that this oracle discussion will close on Thursday, June 30th .
[ [ A Daily Dose of Inspiration 
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Positive affirmations and uplifting inspirations can be found in this communal collection!
From quotes to sayings, poetry and more- here is the place to brighten up your day thanks to the words of the coven
Visit April, May, June 2022 Affirmations, Quotes, & Sayings to be inspired by the words of others- or share your own! 
Please be aware that this discussion will close on Thursday, June 30th .
[ [ Tending the Flame ] ]
Stop by the fire and tend the flame with your coven- this ongoing discussion invites all to come in, relax, and pick up a bit of motivation and support for the day.
Share a picture of your own flames or simply enjoy the lights of the coven! 
Visit the discussion and Help Tend Brighidās Flame
The Brigid Flametender discussion remains open throughout the year- please feel free to enjoy this activity as often as youād like!
New Members 
Merry meet to all of the new members who have joined the forum over the past week!
@shauna2, @angela3, @amanda63, @mandy11, @kayla25, @kaleigh, @heather53, @joe1, @michelle50, @marianna1, @lynn3, @rylee1, @monica9, @clarice, @tarina, @kayleigh1, @leanna2, @moth, @Aria, @carrie4, @lex, @tricia, @rachel31, @david9, @tammy14, @kathryn19, @starlyn1, @juicy1, @terri5, @JustChris, @carisa, @lottie, @jason4, @claire6, @cambrya, @shaikh, @caleb2, @carla7, @emma24, @hayley5, @lisa51, @zach, @heather54, @thomson, @patricia19, @devon1, @victoria34, @megan25, @karrie, @becfky, @angelica4, @janell6, @shauna3, @shannon2, @ariel4, @martje, @kelly23, @cynthia16, @juniper1, @Aryana, @viviana1, @summer7, @victoria35, @jennifer14, @lakeyda, @daiga, @katie16, @jeannie4, @samantha61, @tammy15, @amber45, @brenna2, @heather55, @jessica97, @Densley.Ciao, @katy5, @melissa36, @cheryl7, @laura34, @crystal38, @eric2, @jada3, @hugo, @sue1, @luka, @victoria36, @dieubeny, @joann2, @cheyenne4
If you havenāt 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 
FORUM ACTIVITY
Every week, those who share the most posts and give the most hearts receive an Activity Shout-Out. The top posters and sharers this week are:
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@TheMuslimWitch- for sharing the most posts over the past seven days
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@Rachel21- for giving out the most hearts, on a three-week streak!
Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom and inspiration through posts and your love and support through hearts- your time here helping the coven is greatly appreciated! 
After a three-week streak being featured in the weekly shout-outs, @Rachel21 will receive a special badge for their contributions to the forums- woohoo!
Note : All those who receive Activity shout-outs for three weeks in a row are awarded the MMM Activity Badge . They will not be counted in Activity shout-outs again for a two-month rest period.
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And of course, a very big thank you to all members of Spells8
Your contributions and love help to make this a welcoming and supportive place for solitary witches all around the world. Thanks for being here- Spells8 canāt exist without you!
Picture from Pixabay
A last quarter moon and meteor shower- will you be working any moon magick or exploring astrology this week? 
Whether itās magickal or mundane, feel free to share your current happenings or give a shout-out to your fellow coven members in the comments below!
Blessed be!
for sharing so much magic 
and love 
You are both a shining light in the forum!
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. Itās always so nice to find things you can share with your kids. Even if she doesnāt stick with it there will be great memories of giving it a try together. I have two adult boys who just kind of look at me with that, āsheās being silly againā look. I donāt think they will be jumping in any time soon. They call it my āwitchy stuffā now. But not in a bad way, they say it with a smile.