Welcome to the weekly update about whatâs 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 donât miss out on these upcoming events and occasions!
[ [ Moon Phase: New Moon 
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â Monday, September 2
This week we will be blessed by the presence of a New Moon. The exact time of the peak of this moon phase will depend on your location 
While many witches see the New Moon as a time of rest and reflection, others choose to cast magick spells specific to this phase of the moon cycle.
You can learn more about the symbolism, traditions, and best-suited spellwork for this moon phase in the New Moon Rituals Guide
Ready for More Moon Magick? You can find complementary spells and rituals for tonightâs moon on the Spells8 Lunar Spell Page
[ Group Healing Session 
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â Wednesday, September 4 at 7:00 am 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.
[ [ Group Ritual 
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â Thursday, September 5
Youâre 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 weekâs group ritual to get an idea about what to expect.
[ [ Weekend Divination - Free Readings 
] ]
â Friday, September 6
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 weekâs post arrives.
[ [ Additional Events of Interest 
] ]
A collection of curious (and perhaps conversation-starting!) events coming up this week:
- Tuesday, September 3 - Bacchanlia Festival for the God Bacchus/Dionysus
- Wednesday, September 4 - National Wildlife Day
- Saturday, September 7 - Buy a Book Day
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 youâd like- feel free to participate anytime before their deadlines!
[ [ Weekly Witchy Challenge 
] ]
Join your coven as we explore an area of magick! The current theme is: Catch-Up 
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: đŞ Weekly Witchy CHALLENGE - Power of the Planets
This challenge will remain open until tomorrow: Tuesday, September 3 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 
] ]
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 in Activities :
Spells8 Book Club XXXXI (Aug 16 - Sep 13) Please note that this reading period will end on Friday, September 13.
And if you havenât done so already, please feel free to share and swap your book reviews from last session in the current Readerâs Reviews thread: 
Spells8 Book Club XXXX - Readersâ Reviews .
Happy Reading!
[ [ Energy Exchange Circle 
] ]
Do you have a little extra love and light to share with fellow Coven members? Or perhaps youâve 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 monthâs 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 monthâs 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!
@ashley52 - @ashley53 - @sharlene2 - @kerrie1 - @miss2 - @destini1 - @katy3 - @christopher1 - @kendra11 - @christie3 - @angelica - @sharnna - @francesca - @stacy3 - @amber27 - @wendy7 - @melissa41 - @chelsea14 - @ladycleopatra - @amber28 - @serena5 - @cailey - @jessica42 - @menefee - @andria - @ryan2 - @mekala - @phoenixshaver - @Rayven - @joy3 - @kaitlyn1 - @yaxaira - @Dragonflynicole - @alex3 - @april11 - @lilith2 - @megan10 - @christina25 - @amy25 - @cory1 - @kayla24 - @hee - @stephanie36 - @brandi13 - @brigette
If you havenât 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- weâd 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:
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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W.I.T.C.Hes
Once a month, all those who kindly take the time to welcome all of the new folks in their introduction posts receive a shout-out and a special badge.
Recipients of the August 2024 W.I.T.C.H Award are:
It takes a lot of dedication to help fellow coven members feel at home here every day- thank you so much!
Click here to learn more about W.I.T.C.H Shout-Out Rewards
All those who receive a monthly Community Shout-Out are awarded the W.I.T.C.H (Welcome Into The Coven Helpers) Badge .
This badge is given to those who welcome all new members in their posts in the Introductions category. If you miss one post, donât worry - everyone gets one freebie!
As this is a difficult badge to earn (it takes a lot of dedication to welcome so many new folks!), there are no limits to how many users can receive this monthly shout-out. This badge is just a small thank you to show appreciation for those who help their fellow coven members feel at home
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And Thank YOU! 
Weâd 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 canât exist without you! 
