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Throughout and About: The PCV in August 2017

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Throughout and About: The PCV in August 2017

August was still a chilly affair, but warmer days are on the way!

CBD Pub Moot

By Dean

Back to back with the PCV AGM, those already at the Last Jar Irish Pub were joined by those just arrived. Our Pagan friendly venue was kind enough to open up their upstairs dining room for our diverse crowd of Druids, Heathens, Pagans and Witches. We filled the long table by the fireplace as people chatted and the introduction circle ensued. Our discussion topic this time was about online covens. While opinions were nuanced, the general consensus was that online was great for information and networking, but that online materials couldn’t replace the shared experience, ambience, trust and closeness of being a part of a coven, grove or kindred. The same topic has been posted online in the Witches of Oz Facebook group, so we’ll see if online opinions arrive at different conclusions.

 

 

Morris Camp

By Josie

The PCV’s Morris side, Oak, Smash & Thorn recently visited South Australia to attend a workshop with our Morris heroes, Hot For Joe. We had an amazing time, and while we still have a lot to learn, we felt so welcomed and supported. As well as the workshop we danced out in Hahndorf on a busy Sunday morning, and got to explore some of the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Thanks so much for having us, H4J! We’ll definitely be back next year for the English Ale! 🙂

From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.
From Oak, Smash and Thorn’s 2017 Morris Camp in South Australia. Photo courtesy of Josephine Winter.

 

 

 

Throughout and About: The PCV in July 2017

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Throughout and About: The PCV in July 2017

July was chilly, but with plenty of cozy catch-ups with good Pagan folk made it much warmer.

CBD Pub Moot

By Dean

In July, Pagans from all walks of life and various paths braved the cold to gather at The Last Jar Irish Pub. In warm and welcoming surrounds with hot food and cold drinks we chatted away. After an introduction circle we discussed what spiritual or religious background, if any, had people come from before they began practicing Paganism. A variety of heartfelt and sometimes humorous stories ensued, and it was striking both how diverse and yet how similar many of our experiences had been. A sense of “coming home”, of discovering a new yet familiar home in Paganism turned out to be a common theme.

At the July 2017 CBD Pub Moot. Photo by Ryan.
At the July 2017 CBD Pub Moot. Photo by Ryan.

 

Frankston/Cranbourne Meet

By Dorian

Another pleasant but windy afternoon at the Coffee Club with some new faces and old friends. Serenaded by that irrepressible spirit of Frankston, the seagull.

 

Central Vic Meetup

By Mark

In the warm inviting indoors of a cafe in Creswick, the Central Vic Heathens and Pagans gathered for a relaxed discussion, drinks, and food. Two new local faces joined us this meeting, after scoping out the cafe to figure out who the pagans were (we blended too well). It was a nice afternoon of company away from the blustery winter weather outside discussing nature, spirits, books and Morris Dancing.

 

What’s Next for the PCV?

Dates for your diary…

Saturday, 5th August: PCV Public Imbolc Ritual hosted by the Melbourne Reclaiming Community
Sunday, 20th August: PCV Annual General Meeting
Sunday, 20th August: CBD Pagan Pub Moot

 

Featured photo by Kylie Moroney Photography.