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Pagan Community Weekend
WHAT IS IT?
The Pagan Community Weekend was organised by Pip Stoneham from Ostarian
Grove after noticing new and solitary pagans having trouble getting
into the Pagan scene. On the other side, there are many experienced
pagans who want to get more involved in the Australian pagan community
not only by participating, but organising events, gatherings, circles
and workshops. The presentations of the weekend are aimed at helping
pagans reach out to each other to form a closer bond with each other.
It is also a chance for us to celebrate and recognise the community
we have created and its future.
WHEN IS IT?
Saturday 23rd February and Sunday 24th February 2008. Both days
will run from 9:30am til 5:30pm.
WHERE IS IT?
Northbridge, Sydney, NSW.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Please visit http://www.ostariangrove.net/pcw.html
for information.
FOR REGISTRATION:
Please download the form from this area of the site, fill it out
and either email it to pipstoneham@ostariangrove.net or send it
to the fax no or address supplied on the form. http://www.ostariangrove.net/pcw/regform.html
TICKET PRICES:
Tickets are $40.00 for the whole weekend, or $20.00 for one day.
(Please note that confirming on this facebook event without payment
will not gain entrance.)
The close date for tickets is Friday 15th February 2008.
CHILDREN:
Children are welcome to the event and someone will be looking after
them and doing mini workshops with them on both days. A ticket will
still have to be purchased for the child attending as we have to
cover rent and catering costs and the prices are as low as we can
make them.
THE FIRST DAY - PARTICIPATING IN THE PAGAN COMMUNITY
"Pagan Ethics and Etiquette"
Run by – Graham Wykes
The common do’s and don'ts of the Pagan Community –
because you don’t want an angry witch on your back without
knowing what you did wrong!
"Attending Pagan Public Events"
Run by – Gabby Cleary
All you need to know before stepping into a public pagan event –
expected knowledge and common practices.
"Starting a Coven"
Run by – Suzanne from WytchyWays Workshops
How to go about the formation of a coven, learning to work within
a group and make the group work.
"Pagan Organisations"
A chance to learn about Australian Pagan organizations and what
they have to offer. A ‘meet and greet’ will be held
afterwards where attendants can have a personal opportunity to talk
to these groups.
"Open Circle: Celebrating our Community"
Run by - Ostarian Grove
Ostarian Grove will hold a small open circle, if the weather permits,
for those who wish to participate in a public ritual. Whether this
will be your first time or you just wish to join for fun, all are
welcome.
SECOND DAY - WORKING WITHIN THE PAGAN COMMUNITY
"Pagan Legality and Media Issues"
Run by – David Garland
A brief overview of Australian laws that affect pagans and pagan
events, and advice on how to handle the media on the subject of
paganism when faced with it.
"Running Pagan Events"
Run by – Shannon Rogers
Ever wanted to run a Pagan event but have no idea where to start
or how to run it? A rundown on how to organize a pagan event and
make sure that it runs as smoothly as possible!
"Running Pagan Workshops"
Run by – Tim Hartridge
Much more than a checklist of the basics, Tim will share with you
techniques he has successfully used with workshops and groups for
over three decades.
Well-known for his workshops, Tim will demonstrate the magickal
principles he uses to explore and create unique workshop experiences.
Sharing his key to running a successful event, Tim will lead you
through the steps often overlooked by others.
This workshop will be run with several practical 'hands-on' exercises
where everyone can try out their ideas on designing groups and projects.
Tim will share with you magickal methods to reach clear achievable
goals for any project you have in mind. Explore problem-solving
techniques, that will provide an objective point of view to assist
you in navigating obstacles and get your project off the ground.
"Discussion: Common Problems within the Pagan Community"
Run by – Ostarian Grove
An open discussion about the common problems organizers and participants
experience in the Pagan Community and how these can be solved.
QUESTIONNAIRE FOR THE PCW:
One the second day of the Pagan Community Weekend there will be
a discussion held about common problems in running Pagan events,
workshops, gatherings and groups, from both an organiser's point
of view and a participant's. To help us find statistics and the
most common problems we are asking everyone to fill in this questionnaire
to the best of their ability and their comfort level. Findings will
be discussed and presented anonymously at the discussion.
It would be really big help if you could fill in this Questionnaire,
whether you're planning to attend the weekend or not, and send it
to pipstoneham@ostariangrove.net
Thanks!
Please download the questionnaire from here:
http://www.ostariangrove.net/pcw/survey.html
QUESTIONS?
Please contact Pip via her email at pipstoneham@ostariangrove.net
with any problems for queries you have.
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