Merry Meet !
Welcome to your weekly update about what’s happening in both the forum and the witchy world at large 
Here’s the news for this week:
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Upcoming Events 
Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on these upcoming events and occasions!
[ [ Moon Phase: Full Blood Moon 
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→ Tuesday, November 8
This week, the skies will flourish with the beauty of a Full Moon- the moon of November is called the Full Beaver Moon 
. The exact time of peak illumination will depend on your location.
Explore a special moon ritual and learn more about this moon on the Spells8 Full Beaver Moon Ritual Page . The ritual draws on the energy of this moon that is associated with hard-work, family, home, teamwork, and achievements. This is an excellent time for taking casting a spell of self-discipline and success 
As this full moon is also a lunar eclipse (see below for more details on the eclipse!) it is also called a Blood Moon 
. You might consider channeling the energy of the season with this special Blood Moon Ritual to connect with your ancestors 
While each moon has its own unique qualities, every full moon is a celebrated time where the energy of the moon is at its most powerful. Now is a wonderful time to charge, cleanse, and absorb the potent energies of the moon.
For additional full moon inspiration, visit What to Do During the Full Moon 
[ [ Lunar Eclipse 
] ]
→ Tuesday, November 8
This week’s Full Moon is extra special as it is also a Lunar Eclipse! Eclipses open special opportunities and unique energy that a witch may use in their practice. Check out the Lunar Eclipse Guide for ideas and spellwork suggestions.
You can also check out @Susurrus’s excellent post Blood Moon Eclipse in Taurus 
for more information about this special eclipse occasion
[ [ Group Ritual 
] ]
→ Thursday, November 10
Join in for a shared group ritual meditation and coven chat- this activity is open to all active coven members 
The ritual has step-by-step instructions that you can join in on your own schedule at any time during the day.
Group rituals are held every Thursday in A Sacred Space and remain open over the weekend. This week’s ritual post will appear in the forum on Tuesday, but until then feel free to check out last week’s group ritual to get an idea about what to expect.
[ [ Group Healing Session 
] ]
→ Friday, November 11 at 8:00 AM EST
Join a group healing circle to support those who are passing through hard times this month. Microphones and cameras will be turned off during this one hour open space, and coven members are welcome to come and go as they please. This is the first of two live healing sessions this month.
For more information about the Energy Exchange Circle housed in the Energy Exchange Category , please see the section below in Ongoing Activities or visit the current EEC discussion: Energy Exchange Circle 
November 2022
[ [ Freebie Friday - Free Readings 
] ]
Picture from Pexels
→ Friday, November 11
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 and oracle cards! 
The post will appear in the forum on Friday, but until then you can check out last week’s Freebie Friday to get an idea of what to expect 
[ [ Meteor Shower 
] ]
The Leonids Meteor Shower is currently ongoing- it is a relatively easy-to-spot meteor shower that occurs yearly in November. It became active last week and will reach its peak on Friday, November 18th. After the peak, it will continue until early December.
Picture from Space .com: Leonid Meteor Shower 2022
[ [ 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:
- Wednesday, November 9 - Chaos Never Dies Day
- Friday, November 11 - 11/11 Manifestation Day
- Sunday, November 13 - World Kindness Day
Ongoing Activities 
These activities are open to enjoy whenever you’d like- feel free to participate anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
Every week, the forum hosts a challenge exploring one specific area of magick. Challenges are open to everyone and you are warmly encouraged to participate in a way that reflects your unique magickal practice.
The current theme is: Runes & Runic Magick 
This challenge will remain open until Tuesday, November 8 at 7:00 AM CET (Central European Time). After the challenge closes, a “Props and Presents” post will appear to give recognition and prizes to all participants 
Are you ready? Join the current challenge here:
(A brand new challenge will launch on Wednesday in the public Activities Category !)
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
] ]
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:
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, November 18 .
And if you haven’t done so already, please feel free to share and swap your book reviews from last session in the current Reader’s discussion thread: 
Spells8 Book Club XXI - Readers’ 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 ] ]
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 hosted in the Energy Exchange Category 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 Wiki .
This month’s Energy Exchange Circle will end on Wednesday, November 30 .
Thanks for spreading the love!
[ [ Coven Member Birthdays 
] ]
Share the love by wishing your fellow coven members well on their special days!
You can congratulate those with a birthday this month in the discussion:
If you wish to appear in this list, please set your birthday on your profile. Additionally, please note that the birthday list is housed in the more private A Sacred Space that is exclusive to coven members.
Please keep in mind that this month’s birthday discussion will close on Wednesday, November 30.
[ [ Your Daily Draw 
] ]
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 
To enjoy a daily message or share your own, visit:
Please note that this divination discussion is housed in A Sacred Space and will remain open until Saturday, December 31.
[ [ 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! 
Help tend the flame and visit the discussion in:
The Brigid Flametender discussion is hosted in A Sacred Space and will remain open throughout the year- please feel free to enjoy this activity as often as you’d like!
[ [ Fun in the Forum ] ]
In addition to the events and activities listed above, there are also various fun activities and themed gatherings shared by coven members!
Here are a few engaging discussions active within the last week where participation is warmly encouraged.
Highlighted this week:
- Cast for the Past - explore how using energy work to cast for the past can help heal the present and future
- What Type of Witch Are You? Coven Roll Call and POLL! - share and discuss which (if any!) witch types appeal to you
- Magic Gardens - a place for green magick and plant-lovers to gather
- Aura & Energy Scanning Thread - have a reading done for you, give one to someone else
- Where in the World are Witches? Group Poll 2022! - see where coven members are at and perhaps find some friends near you
Please note that many of these discussions do not have set deadlines- as long as they are active, they will remain open for chatting and sharing! Feel free to jump in
New Members 
Merry meet to all of the new members who joined the forum over the past week!
@saffron1 - @donna9 - @emilija - @ginger2 - @nicole54 - @kandy1 - @andria2 - @jill7 - @chantal1 - @florian - @brandy17 - @abigail12 - @brooke9 - @joni2 - @tammie6 - @roberta4 - @krystal-leigh - @grovena - @vivvi - @kayleigh3 - @brianna10 - @phantom - @kaitlyn13 - @carrie10 - @lena2 - @susan17 - @samantha84 - @ruby4 - @natasha20 - @syd - @toie- @angela46 - @casie - @christy14 - @cassie7 - @shelly7 - @orinta - @adebola - @heather78 - @ronietha - @kimberly68 - @jennifer123 - @whitney6 - @eugena - @charlene5 - @amanda90 - @bri3 - @john12 - @william8 - @sarah82 - @antoinette - @tiffanie40 - @nadia12 - @deitra- @ashley83 - @christian7 - @wanda3 - @amber68 - @Katie-Kat92 - @deitra1 - @crystal56 - @taylor32 - @rachel48 - @scott1 - @resa - @majora - @shauna7 - @brittany54 - @johnna - @ItsOleRango - @laura44 - @david14 - @theresa12 - @dana9 - @sirenity - @jasmine16 - @lizbeth1 - @allison12 - @cherish1 - @hannah37 - @britney1 - @tanya16 - @kimberly69 - brittney8 - @ivy4 - @keithin2 - @rebecca39 - @marie20 - @wanda4 - @nicole55 - @chasity8 - @LexiHex - @pennie - @elizabeth47 - @wayne1 - @eileen2 - @steph2 - @jeremy3 - @nina2 - @denise10 - @kristi4 - @moonchild72 - @Evie - @maggie8 - @lisa65 - @danielle14 - @leah1 - @Assyla555 - @autumn16 - @kristen21 - @kellie - @rebecca40 - @kristy8 - @bethany11 - @LibraPriestess - @chamoni - @eryn1 - @mark6 - @emily48 - @colleen4 - @k1a9r9i0 - @desiree - @jd1 - @joshua14 - @BreezyBree167 - @reva - @ChasingFireflies
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 
FORUM ACTIVITY
Those who share the most posts and give the most hearts receive an Activity Shout-Out. The top posters and sharers from last week are:
- @Mistress_Of_Herbs - for sharing the most posts and giving out the most hearts over the past week
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! 
Note : Those who receive Activity shout-outs for three weeks in a row are awarded the MMM Activity Badge and will not be counted in Activity shout-outs again for a two-month rest period.
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COMMUNITY
Every month, any member who goes above and beyond for their fellow coven members consistently, day after day over the course of the entire month receives a Community Shout-Out. There are no limits to how many users can receive this shout-out each month.
For October, 2022:
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@Marsha - for writing Zodiac-enhanced messages on birthdays and for welcoming all new members in their introductory posts
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@Amethyst - for giving a warm welcome to all new members in their introduction posts
Note : Those who receive a monthly Community Shout-Out are awarded the CCC Badge
Thank you so much for all that you do to make fellow coven members feel at home here- it is greatly appreciated!
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Also: 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 can’t exist without you!
Are you planning anything for the Full Blood Moon and Lunar Eclipse? Will you try to catch sight of the Meteor Showers this month?
Whether it’s 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!
I usually do a full check of the forum first and then put it all together.
Your pictures are beautiful, thank you 
I’m so glad I didn’t miss anyone!
always
I hope your doctor’s appointment went well and that Fred and George are on their way out! 
