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House of Moons Happenings
Waxing and Waning Ceremony
Join us for a celebration of the stages of womanhood. We’ll honor those entering puberty in the transition from Maiden to Mother, and entering menopause in the transition from Mother to Crone. All who wish to honor them are invited to share in the celebration. The ceremony is for all who identify as women/feminine who have not had a ceremony to celebrate them, it is not necessary to be at any specific age or stage to participate. There will be a special gift for Maidens coming into puberty. This will take place in Bear Cabin in the House of Moons. Time TBD.
The Sacred Moon
Participants will learn how to enter their moon cycle in a sacred way, incorporating nature-based practices. We’ll do guided meditations, journaling and hold space for reflection. Rather than listening to a presentation, participants will engage in the creative process. Those who are not menstruating will learn to use these tools to embrace the rhythms of a feminine life. For those men & non-feminine who choose to join us, we’ll share ways you can support the women/feminine people in your lives.
Community Support
If you wish to donate or loan your gifts we would love to have that support. Coloring books, skin salves, snacks, tea blends, blankets, pillows, books with beautiful scenery, massage, energy work and other comfort items would be enjoyed. We will also have a place of honor - please bring anything you wish to place there as a representation of the Red Thread that connects you to your ancestors–and please plan to collect those (and loaned) items at the end of the Faire. Photos, stones, flowers, artwork and other token objects are appropriate here--nothing precious, please. We respectfully request that those who identify as male join us for the gatherings outside of the cabin. If anyone is interested in holding special ceremony for the men of our community please speak with Lea Pfeifer (248) 221-1304, or [email protected] for encouragement and connections.
Classes
We will have a few classes over the weekend offered within the House of Moons. They are listed below.
Womens Breast Health with Herbal and Ayurvedic approach
with Seva Van Why
The lymphatic system is called Rasa in Sanskrit, meaning the river of life. Keeping this river flowing allows our tissues to receive nourishment, which is the secret to being and looking healthy. Our lymph fluids allow hormones to get from one endocrine gland to another and play an important role in our reproductive health. The lymphatic system is also called the Immune system, which we all know is important for fighting foreign invaders and staying healthy. There will be demonstrations on how to map the lymphatic system in your body with an emphasis on breast health. Included is a discussion about our breasts and immunity & what tools can support change and prevent diseases. Students will leave having a clear understanding of the lymph system and how to keep it and their breasts healthy and especially the herbal allies we can use for lymphatic and breast health. We will also give a modest breast massage/exam demo.
Herbal Support for the Maid, Mother and Crone
with Rebecca Culley-Healey
This is a class to become more familiar with herbs that are beneficial for many areas specific to women's health. We'll talk about herbs and other practices that are useful for periods, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, menopause and more. We’ll also touch on rituals to mark the
entrance into these phases. We delve into many many herbs, including several not as commonly known, so would be good for beginners as well as intermediate levels.
Plants + Ritual for the Activist
with Heather Mourer in the House of Moons
In a world that constantly feels on fire and in an age where we have more access to more information than ever before, many of us feel called to stand up and fight for our values and our communities – water, land, human rights, climate change, war, racial and gender equity, etc. These are battles that can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, depleted, helpless and even hopeless.
In this class, we'll focus on nervine and adaptogenic plants as well as ritual practices to take care of our mental and physical well-being as we go up against classism, white supremacy, capitalism, the patriarchy and other archaic societal institutions. We will also talk about how herbalism, itself, is a form of activism and how we can be resources for our communities.
I aim to create an open dialog and a brave space for participants to share their experiences with activism and introduce us to different points of view, new causes and ways support those causes.
Waxing and Waning Ceremony
Join us for a celebration of the stages of womanhood. We’ll honor those entering puberty in the transition from Maiden to Mother, and entering menopause in the transition from Mother to Crone. All who wish to honor them are invited to share in the celebration. The ceremony is for all who identify as women/feminine who have not had a ceremony to celebrate them, it is not necessary to be at any specific age or stage to participate. There will be a special gift for Maidens coming into puberty. This will take place in Bear Cabin in the House of Moons. Time TBD.
The Sacred Moon
Participants will learn how to enter their moon cycle in a sacred way, incorporating nature-based practices. We’ll do guided meditations, journaling and hold space for reflection. Rather than listening to a presentation, participants will engage in the creative process. Those who are not menstruating will learn to use these tools to embrace the rhythms of a feminine life. For those men & non-feminine who choose to join us, we’ll share ways you can support the women/feminine people in your lives.
Community Support
If you wish to donate or loan your gifts we would love to have that support. Coloring books, skin salves, snacks, tea blends, blankets, pillows, books with beautiful scenery, massage, energy work and other comfort items would be enjoyed. We will also have a place of honor - please bring anything you wish to place there as a representation of the Red Thread that connects you to your ancestors–and please plan to collect those (and loaned) items at the end of the Faire. Photos, stones, flowers, artwork and other token objects are appropriate here--nothing precious, please. We respectfully request that those who identify as male join us for the gatherings outside of the cabin. If anyone is interested in holding special ceremony for the men of our community please speak with Lea Pfeifer (248) 221-1304, or [email protected] for encouragement and connections.
Classes
We will have a few classes over the weekend offered within the House of Moons. They are listed below.
Womens Breast Health with Herbal and Ayurvedic approach
with Seva Van Why
The lymphatic system is called Rasa in Sanskrit, meaning the river of life. Keeping this river flowing allows our tissues to receive nourishment, which is the secret to being and looking healthy. Our lymph fluids allow hormones to get from one endocrine gland to another and play an important role in our reproductive health. The lymphatic system is also called the Immune system, which we all know is important for fighting foreign invaders and staying healthy. There will be demonstrations on how to map the lymphatic system in your body with an emphasis on breast health. Included is a discussion about our breasts and immunity & what tools can support change and prevent diseases. Students will leave having a clear understanding of the lymph system and how to keep it and their breasts healthy and especially the herbal allies we can use for lymphatic and breast health. We will also give a modest breast massage/exam demo.
Herbal Support for the Maid, Mother and Crone
with Rebecca Culley-Healey
This is a class to become more familiar with herbs that are beneficial for many areas specific to women's health. We'll talk about herbs and other practices that are useful for periods, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, menopause and more. We’ll also touch on rituals to mark the
entrance into these phases. We delve into many many herbs, including several not as commonly known, so would be good for beginners as well as intermediate levels.
Plants + Ritual for the Activist
with Heather Mourer in the House of Moons
In a world that constantly feels on fire and in an age where we have more access to more information than ever before, many of us feel called to stand up and fight for our values and our communities – water, land, human rights, climate change, war, racial and gender equity, etc. These are battles that can also leave us feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, depleted, helpless and even hopeless.
In this class, we'll focus on nervine and adaptogenic plants as well as ritual practices to take care of our mental and physical well-being as we go up against classism, white supremacy, capitalism, the patriarchy and other archaic societal institutions. We will also talk about how herbalism, itself, is a form of activism and how we can be resources for our communities.
I aim to create an open dialog and a brave space for participants to share their experiences with activism and introduce us to different points of view, new causes and ways support those causes.
