Welcome to your weekly update about whatās 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 donāt miss out on these upcoming events and occasions!
[ [ Group Healing Session 
] ]
ā Tuesday, September 19 at 7:00 PM ET
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 fourth of five live healing sessions this month.
- You can visit the EEC discussion: Energy Exchange Circle
September 2023
For more information about the Energy Exchange Circle, please see the section below in Ongoing Activities or visit the Energy Exchange Category of the forum.
[ [ Group Ritual 
] ]
ā Thursday, September 21
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 on Thursday in A Sacred Space and remain open over the weekend. This weekās ritual post will appear in the forum on Tuesday, but until then feel free to check out last weekās group ritual to get an idea about what to expect.
[ [ Moon Phase: First Quarter Moon 
] ]
ā Friday, September 22
This week we will be blessed by the light of the First Quarter Moon. Note that the exact moment of peak illumination will depend on your location 
The Spells8 Moon Magick Guide to First Quarter Moon Magick notes that this moon phase is an excellent time to take action regarding your deepest wishes and to address your biggest blockages. It is a great time for growth and self-healing
This moon phase is part of the Waxing Cycle 
For more information including history, meanings, and a collection of spells and rituals that work in harmony with this moon phase, check out the Waxing Moon Spell Page
Ready for More Moon Magick? You can find complementary spells and rituals for tonightās moon on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
Read the Skies: Hereās your Horoscope for the Week of Aug 18 -27
[ [ Weekend Divination - Free Readings 
] ]
ā Friday, September 22
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! 
Free readings are held in the Energy Exchange Category - the post appears on Friday and readings will happen throughout the weekend. You can check out last weekās Weekend Divination to get an idea about what to expect.
[ [ Witchy Holiday: Sabbat 
] ]
ā Saturday, September 23
(Note that in some traditions Sabbats are celebrated over multiple days)
Blessed Sabbat! This week, those in the Northern Hemisphere will be celebrating the Sabbat Mabon 
and the Autumn Equinox 
The equinox marks the halfway point between the summer and winter solstice. It is a time of equilibrium when day and night are the same length 
Want to honor the occasion? Here are a few ideas and suggestions for how you might celebrate this witchy holiday:
- Mabon Celebration Ideas, Rituals, and Traditions
- Mabon! How to Celebrate the Fall Equinox Alone
- First Day of Autumn Rituals - How to Prepare for Mabon
(In the Southern Hemisphere? Click here for Ostara ideas!)
Friends in the Southern Hemisphere will welcome Ostara 
and the Spring Equinox this week.
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
[ [ Other Events of Interest 
] ]
A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week:
- Tuesday, September 19 - Talk Like a Pirate Day
and Meow Like a Pirate Day 
- Thursday, September 21 - UN International Day of Peace
- Saturday, September 23 - Haustblot: Norse Fall Feast
and start of Libra Season 
Stay on top of witchy news by printing or downloading the 2023 Pagan Holiday Calendar and the Spells8 Forum Events Calendar to add 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
Ongoing Activities
These activities are open to enjoy whenever youād like- feel free to participate anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
The current challenge theme is: Pagan Paths & Magickal Traditions 
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.
This challenge will remain open until Tuesday, September 19 at 7:00 AM EDT (Eastern US 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 Spells8 book club is now in session !
For more information about this session of Book Club and to submit your book, please head over to the current thread:
Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, September 29th .
And if you havenāt done so already, please feel free to share and swap your book reviews from last session in the Readerās Reviews thread: 
Spells8 Book Club XXX - Readersā Reviews
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 youāve 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 covenās wholesome energy exchange can be found in the Energy Exchange Wiki .
This monthās Energy Exchange Circle will end on Saturday, September 30th .
Thanks for spreading the love! 
[ [ Energy Reports 
] ]
Are you sensitive to energy? Interested in how energy studies and magick benefit one another? Come explore the magick of energy with the talented @Marsha in these insightful daily energy reports!
The Mystic Magick discussion remains open for all to see and enjoy throughout the month- please be aware that this monthās reports will close on Saturday, September 30th.
[ [ 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 monthās birthday discussion will close on Saturday, September 30th.
[ [ 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:
Please note that this divination discussion is housed in A Sacred Space and will remain open until Saturday, September 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! 
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 youād like.
New Members 
Merry meet to the new members who have joined the Spells8 Forum over the past week!
@rochelle - @kimberly12 - @arousha - @Lil.B.Witch - @kairiina - @fiona - @margaret1 - @rosalie1 - @jessica9 - @emily4 - @drew3 - @kayla9 - @brittany12 - @mary5 - @victoria4 - @korvo - @caitlin2 - @brandi3 - @christopher - @ErosGreg - @pamela2 - @ada - @lizzy - @plezhette - @shyanne1 - @tonya1 - @hannah4 - @lashawnda - @ginger - @jennifer27 - @tiffany3 - @andrea5 - @ivysue - @jack2 - @ashley6 - @jessi - @donna4 - @amanda14 - @Wiccnlibra - @melanie4 - @koltny - @laura - @keyana - @al1 - @brandy1 - @kayla10 - @mischele - @brittany13 - @hayley1 - @jade1 - @kendra1 - @tasha - @amanda17 - @kaitlynn - @rinoa1 - @emily5 - @brittany14 - @aimee - @bri1 - @joshua - @carmen
If you havenāt done so already, please jump in by creating a new topic in the Introductions Category . You might share a bit about who you are and your journey into practicing magick, or simply say hello to your fellow magick-lovers
Wishing you a very warm welcome to the forum!
Special Shout-Outs 
Forum Activity
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:
- @starborn - sharing the most posts and hearts (on a three-week shout-out 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! 
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! 
Weād 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 canāt exist without you! 
Sabbat blessings to you! A First Quarter Moon, Equinox, and start of Libra season combine to bring a time of stabilization and balance- will you be working any spellwork for the occasions this week?
Whether itās magickal or mundane, feel free to share your plans for the week, chat about upcoming spellwork, or give a shout-out to your fellow coven members in the comments below.
Blessed be! 
As though natterinā like a pirate wasnāt fun enough, but now tharās meowinā like one?
Oh me stars. Thank ye!
)
I love beinā here ān natterinā tā all oā ye wonderful souls. Thank ye fer welcominā me into yer online home.
He had a famous hideaway cave under St Mary Redcliffe church which you can still visit.
)
You definitely deserve the shoutout. Youāve had some wonderful things to share here with the rest of us. I look forward to many more!
So, if anyone wants to send me some productive energy, that would be great 
Ohh and iām late to the party but hellā¦ iām in loove with you witchy pirates!! 
(itās 3:50 am in india & i just thought i should check the forumā¦ iām gonna sleep now, 