Welcome to the weekly update about what’s happening in both the forum and the witchy world at large 
Scroll down to read 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 Moon 
] ]
→ Tuesday, August 17 - Wednesday, August 18
This week, the skies will shine with the beauty of a full moon. The exact time of peak illumination will depend on your location.
September’s moon is the Full Corn Moon 
in the Northern Hemisphere. Because it is the full moon closest to the Autumn Equinox, it is also called the Full Harvest Moon 
In the Southern Hemisphere, this month’s moon is the Full Worm Moon 
, representing the thawing of the earth as spring arrives.
While each moon has its own unique qualities, every full moon is a celebrated time when 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 
Ready for More Moon Magick? You can find complementary spells and rituals for tonight’s moon on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
[ [ Astrological Event: Lunar Eclipse 
] ]
→ Tuesday, September 17 - Wednesday, September 18
The skies will grow dark in some places as the Earth passes between the Full Moon and the Sun, blocking light and causing the Moon to fade from view - this is a Lunar Eclipse, an exciting time with unique effects on spellwork. The time and visibility of the eclipse will depend on your location 
While some choose to abstain from magick during the eclipse, others find this to be an interesting time for eclipse magick. To learn more and hear about everyone’s thoughts and experiences, visit the eclipse tag for relevant discussions.
Additional eclipse information and suggested spellwork can be found in the Working With Eclipse Energies: How to Manifest During an Eclipse Guide .
[ [ Group Ritual 
] ]
→ Thursday, September 19
You’re invited to a group ritual meditation- this activity and discussion 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 on Thursday in A Sacred Space and remain open over the weekend. Feel free to check out last week’s group ritual to get an idea about what to expect.
UPDATE: This week’s group ritual is now live in the forum. Click here to view the spell and more details:
Equinox Equality & Balance Spell[ Group Healing Session 
] ]
→ Friday, September 20 at 9:00 pm ET
Join a group healing circle to support those who are going 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 four healing session in September.
For more information about the Energy Exchange Circle, please see the section below in Ongoing Activities or visit the Energy Exchange.
[ [ Weekend Divination - Free Readings 
] ]
→ Friday, September 20
Have a question on your mind? Seeking some guidance on 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! 
Look for the post in the Energy Exchange on Friday- free readings will be available throughout the weekend and will close on Sunday. You can check out the previous Weekend Divination to know what to expect when this week’s post arrives.
[ [ Witchy Holiday: Sabbat 
] ]
→ Sunday, September 22 *
*Depending on the tradition, Sabbats may be celebrated across multiple days and nights
Blessed Sabbat! This week, those in the Northern Hemisphere will enjoy the the Sabbat Mabon 
and the Autumn Equinox 
Want to honor the occasion? Here are a few ideas and suggestions for how you might celebrate this witchy holiday:
- Mabon Celebration Rituals, Ideas & Traditions – Spells8
- 🍂 First Day of Autumn Rituals: How to Prepare for Mabon!
- Mabon Harvest Blessing Spell 🍂
(In the Southern Hemisphere? Click here for Ostara ideas!)
At the same time, friends in the Southern Hemisphere will enjoy the Sabbat Ostara 
and the Spring Equinox
Here are a few suggestions for how you might celebrate this holiday:
Click on the pictures and links above for more information and ways to celebrate!
Want to share the Sabbat fun with your coven? Come join us over in A Sacred Space to share decorations, crafting, cooking, altar pictures and more in:
Witchy Holiday Guide : Want to know more about special pagan holidays? Visit the Wheel of the Year to learn about these keystone seasonal celebrations
[ [ Additional Events of Interest 
] ]
A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week:
- Thursday, September 19 - Talk Like a Pirate Day
and Meow Like a Pirate Day 
- Saturday, September 21 - UN International Day of Peace
- Sunday, September 22 - Start of Libra Season
and Haustblot 
Stay on top of witchy news by printing or downloading the 2024 Pagan Holiday Calendar and adding the Spells8 Forum Events Calendar to your digital calendar
You can also get the free Spells8 Email Newsletter for even more witchy updates (plus magickal freebies!) delivered right to your email inbox three times a week
Ongoing Activities
These activities are open to enjoy whenever you’d like- feel free to participate anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
Join your coven as we explore an area of magick! Challenges are open to everyone and all are warmly encouraged to participate in a way that reflects their unique magickal practice.
Are you ready? Join the current challenge here: 
Weekly Witchy Challenge - Practicing with Nature
This challenge will remain open until tomorrow: Tuesday, September 17 at 7:00 AM EDT (Eastern US Time)
[ [ Tarot Month Challenge ] ]
Improve your tarot skills and deepen your connect with your deck on this month-long exploration of the cards! Check back each day for a new daily prompt to work on with your deck.
Visit the Tarot Challenge here: 
September Tarot Challenge
This challenge will remain open until Monday, September 30
[ [ Self-Care Month Challenge 
] ]
Self care is important, but can be hard to do on your own - for accountability and companionship, come join the Month of Self-Care! Everyone is welcome to come share a daily update and check in with the coven.
Visit the Self Care Challenge here: 
Self Care Month September
This challenge will remain open until Monday, September 30
[ [ Spells8 Book Club 
] ]
The 41st Session of Blook Club has come to an end- thank you to everyone who participated! 
If you haven’t done so already, please feel free to share and swap your book reviews in the new discussion thread:
Spells8 Book Club XXXXI - Readers’ Reviews! The next reading session of Book Club will begin this Friday, September 20 - so pick out a fun witchy book to read and let your coven know what you’ll be reading at that time!
More information about the book club and how to join can be found in Book Club F.A.Q and Introduction . Book club and reviews are hosted in the public Activities category.
[ [ Energy Exchange Circle 
] ]
Do you have a little extra love and light to share with fellow Coven members? Or perhaps you’ve fallen on hard times and could use a boost of positive energy yourself?
The Energy Exchange Circle is hosted in the Energy Exchange is the place to connect and share love with fellow Coven members going through hard times. To do a good deed and show that you care, consider leaving a note of support in the current thread:
This month’s Energy Exchange Circle will end on Monday, September 30 .
Thanks for spreading the love!
[ [ Coven Member Birthdays 
] ]
Come wish 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 private, Coven members-only A Sacred Space.
This month’s birthday discussion will remain open through Monday, September 30.
[ [ Your Daily Draw 
] ]
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 to share your own, visit:
Daily Single Draw for August, September, October 2024 Please note that this divination discussion is housed in A Sacred Space and will remain open until Thursday, October 31.
[ [ A Spell A Day 
] ]
Want to add some magick to your day, but not sure what to cast? The Spell-A-Day has you covered!
Over the years, a vast archive of magickal spells, resources, information and more has been collected from around Spells8. Every day, one spell that taps into the energy of the day is brought out of the library and put on display for all to see and enjoy.
There is a new spell post every day. Stop by the Spell-A-Day sub-category of A Sacred Space whenever you visit the forum to see the current recommended spell!
New Members 
Merry meet to the new members who have joined the Spells8 Forum over the past week!
@shannon25 - @valerie10 - @kara1 - @tabatha1 - @destinee8 - @gloria1 - @frederick2 - @brooke5 - @melissa42 - @jessi2 - @keaton - @amber31 - @raven6 - @megan11 - @janeth - @brandi24 - @chloe1 - @tammy10 - @katrina6 - @charlie1 - @yazmin1 - @marissa4 - @jaclyn - @maribeth - @meagon - @deanna1 - @ana4 - @suzana - @vanessa6 - @kate1 - @linda14 - @jasmine10 - @LaToya - @LadyBug10 - @itzel - @itzel1 - @katrina7 - @anja2 - @geneva1 - @jeremy1 - @theresa6 - @jessica43 - @belinda5 - @violet1 - @april12
If you haven’t done so already, please get started by creating a new topic in the Introductions category. Feel free to share a bit about who you are and your journey into practicing magick, or simply say a quick hello- we’d love to meet you!
Wishing you a very warm welcome to the forum!
Special Shout-Outs 
Forum Super Stars
Each week, those who share the most posts and give the most hearts receive a shout-out and thank you for their contributions.
Shout-outs from this past week go to:
@Satans_Helper - for sharing the most posts
(on a two week shout-out streak!)
@Artemisia - for giving out the most hearts
Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom through posts and your love through hearts- your time here helping the coven is greatly appreciated 
Click here to learn more about Activity Shout-Out Rewards
Anyone who earns a shout-out for three weeks in a row is awarded the special MMM badge (and will not be counted in Activity shout-outs again for a two-month rest period- this is so that others will have a chance to earn the badge too!) .
The legends who have won the MMM badge 5 times will no longer be counted- they have earned their place in the Forum Hall of Fame !
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And Thank YOU! 
We’d also like to say a very big thank you to all members of Spells8
Your contributions and presence here help to make this a welcoming and supportive place for solitary witches all around the world. Thanks for being a part- Spells8 can’t exist without you! 
It’s an exciting week, are you ready for it? 
rainy run this morning and taking care of adoptable kitties 
this afternoon. Wishing everyone a wonderful week!
Clarkson’s Farm is such a great show! I was endlessly fascinated with the bits about the hedgerows and the competition he held on his farm.
and thank you 
(If you’d like to respond to any posts shared here, please feel free to do so in a new discussion or via Private Message 
Thank you!)