Hello,

I have been working away on book # 16 and getting ready for the Pagan Dream Cruise. Now that things are beginning to settle down at home since our daughter is at grad school, I have been trying to catch up.
First off I will be teaching in the St. Louis area again. Here is the information..

PRACTICAL PROTECTION MAGICK CLASS AT MYSTIC VALLEY IN ST. LOUIS
Class date- Saturday, August 31, 2013
Time: 2:00- 4:00pm
Place: Mystic Valley
7241 Manchester Road
Maplewood, MO. 63143
Ages 18 and up are welcome
Class price: $40.00
Store Phone: 314-645-3336
www.mysticvalleyonline.com

Award winning author Ellen Dugan is teaching her very popular workshop on Practical Protection Magick . This class will cover your psychic strengths and weaknesses, explain how to diagnose a magickal problem, and discuss the difference between a hex and a crossed condition. This live class has been popular across the country and Ellen is delighted to offer it for the first time in St. Louis city.
This class will explore real-life psychic self-defense, and it gives practical advice on dealing with emotional and uninvited psychic vampires. Several techniques of protective spell-work will be discussed, and you will also discover what the phrase “Magick follows the least path of resistance”, truly means. Class fee -$40.00. Call the store soon to reserve your spot in class.


Just 3 weeks to go until the Hubs and I leave for Florida and then start the Pagan Dream Cruise followed by an author event in Florida. I am pretty excited. I will be working my tail off while on the cruise no doubt about it. I will be doing tarot readings each day and teaching four different  2 hour classes-- but I plan to carve some "me" time out each time we go to a port, so the Hubs and I can hit the beach.

I laid out for a few hours this week (haven't done that in years) in my new swimsuit to try and get a little color.. I typically have a white feet, pale upper legs and back from gardening and walking outside. (The classic farmers tan.) So I am trying to even that up so it won't look goofy while at the beach- that and I don't want to broil like a lobster either.

After the cruise is finished I will be headed to do an author event in the Orlando, Florida area. I am really excited about this event. This is my fellow Llewellyn author Ann Moura's shop. I am really looking forward to meeting her and seeing some of my Witch buddies from Florida at the author event! Here are all the details.

The "Luna Sol Esoterica" Shop 311 S. Park Ave. Sandford Florida

Luna Sol Esoterica
Date: Sunday, September 15, 2013
Address: 311 S. Park Avenue
Sandford, Florida.
Class Topic: "Magickal Herbalism"
Class Time 1:00- 3:00pm (Book signing to follow)
Class Fee: $25.00
Store Phone: 321-363-4883

Join award winning author and Master Gardener Ellen Dugan, at Luna Sol Esoterica for a lecture on Magickal Herbalism. Ellen will discuss the fundamentals of the natural path, and the tools of the magickal herbalist’s trade- which may surprise you.
Discover the magick of plants, trees, flowers and herbs that can be easily incorporated into your own style of witchery, in practical and profound ways. This class will inspire, and motivate you to take your magick to the next level.
After the class Ellen will be on hand to sign her titles and to visit. Looking forward to seeing you there!

For more information, and to sign up for the class please contact the store at 312-363-4883
www.lunasolesoterica.com 

Finally there are 2 weeks left to purchase the Natural Magick for Hearth and Home Online Class. It will be retired again on September 1st, 2013.
And my Full Moon Magick Online class price will be increasing after September 1st as well.
It has way to much information to be classified as a Mini-class anymore. So as of September 1, the price will be $25.00 for that particular online class.

So if you wanna grab it while it is still $22.00 and before the coming full moon. I would order it soon. Here is the direct link to my website where you can peruse and then order any of my online classes. Ellen Dugan's Online Classes

Well Its a beautifully cool morning here for August, I am going to go work in the gardens today and enjoy the weather.  Blessed be, Ellen

Hello,
On Sunday, September 9th, I start a new set of classes on my Witches Tarot. This is going to be a fun couple of classes and I am looking forward to teaching the students more about the magick of tarot and of my deck.


Witches Tarot Class
Dates- Sunday- September 9th and 16th
Time: 2:00 to 4:30 pm.
Place: Wellness Center (Chapel of Love & Light)
1600 Boone's Lick Road
St. Charles, MO. 63301
Ages 18 and up are welcome.
Class fee $30.00 per class- or $55.00 for both. (Pay for both classes at once and save)
Supplies Needed: Bring your copy of the Witches Tarot deck to class- You will be putting it to use!
Need more info? For more information, directions to the Wellness Center, or to pre-register for classes, please contact Ellen via email at ellenthegardenwitch@gmail.com

The Major Arcana and the Spreads. Class date - September 9, 2012
In this first class of the two part series, author Ellen Dugan explains the symbolism and magick behind the Major Arcana of her new deck, Witches Tarot. Learn about the archetypes and magick behind the symbolism, as well as discovering more information about the new card spreads that she created specifically for this deck. The Major Arcana offers you a road map to the mysteries of the Craft and to your spiritual life. All you have to do is be willing to open your eyes, embrace the offered wisdom, and start your travels. If you would like to gain a deeper understanding of the magick and mystery of this Tarot deck, please join us. (Remember to bring your Witches Tarot deck and book with you to class!)

The Minor Arcana and Magick with the Deck! Class Date- September 16, 2012
In the second class author, Ellen Dugan delves into the mystery and meaning of the Minor Arcana (the Pip and Court cards) of her new deck, Witches Tarot. In this class you will be introduced to the elemental themes that run throughout the four suits and the symbolism and magick within these cards. the Minor Arcana- both Pip and Court cards- show us the everyday, ordinary situations and personalities that we deal with and face in our lives. The minor arcana cards bring meaning to events, clarity to the challenges we face, and provide illumination to the common questions we ask. This class also features tips and trick for working magick with your Witches Tarot deck. We look forward to seeing you there! (Remember to bring your Witches Tarot deck and book with you to class!)



In other news I have a few more author events for this fall and here they are. Two are in the St. Louis area. Then we have the official launch party for the deck at the Eye of Horus- in Minneapolis.

Finally I will finish out the year with a three day long author event at "The Witchery Store" in Galveston Island, Texas.


Author Event:
Book Signing for Witches Tarot & Seasons of Witchery with a FREE Lecture!

Date: Saturday, September 22nd 2012
Time of Free Lecture: 1:30pm
Lecture Topic: "The Magick of the Witches Tarot"
Time of Book Signing: 2:00 to 4:00pm
Place: Main Street Books
621 South Main
St. Charles, Missouri 63301
636-949-0105
http://mainstreetbooks.net/

Join award winning author, Ellen Dugan on the Sabbat of the Autumn Equinox, in Historic St. Charles, Missouri at her favorite local independent bookstore, Main Street Books.
Ellen will be signing copies of her two newest releases. The "Witches Tarot" and "Seasons of Witchery".
Come down to historic St. Charles, well known for it's haunted sites, and sit in on Ellen's free lecture and then get your books signed. It is sure to be an enchanting afternoon!
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OCTOBER 2012

The Official Witches Tarot Launch Party!

Official Launch Party for Witches Tarot at Eye of Horus in Minneapolis!

Launch Party & Book Signing- 
Date: Friday, October 5th 2012
Time of Party: Begins at 7:30pm
Place: Eye of Horus
3012 Lyndale Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN. 55408
612-872-1292
www.eyeofhorus.biz

A Class & Tarot Readings at Eye of Horus
Date: Saturday, October 6th 2012
Time for Class: Saturday, October 6th 1:00- 2:30pm
Class: Herbs for the Seasons
Class fee: $25.00


Tarot Readings with Ellen Dugan
Date: Saturday, October 6th
Time for Readings-3:00- 7:00pm (By appointment)
Reading price: $30.00 for a 15 minute reading
Place: Eye of Horus
3012 Lyndale Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN. 55408
Call the Eye of Horus and schedule your reading now! 612-872-1292

Eye of Horus Class Description: Herb magick is available to us through every enchanting season. Join award winning author Ellen Dugan for a lecture on the Herbs for the Seasons and learn new ways to incorporate practical herb magick into your Witchery all year long. In this lecture Ellen discusses her new book "Seasons of Witchery", practical plant magick, herbal folklore and of course ways to personalize your Craft all year long. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Eye of Horus class schedule

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NOVEMBER 2012

WEEKEND LONG AUTHOR EVENT- IN GALVESTON ISLAND, TEXAS!

Dates- Friday, November 9th, Saturday, November 10th and Sunday, November 12th.
Place: The Witchery
2116 Postoffice Street
Galveston Island, Texas 77550
409-515-0669
witcheryonline.com/calendar.html


Author Meet and Greet
Date: Friday, November 9th
Time: 4:00 to 7:00pm
Place: The Witchery
Come meet award-winning author Ellen Dugan and have your books signed. Ellen will be at The Witchery on Friday night for a free book signing and chat. Looking forward to seeing you there! Ellen will be at The Witchery on Saturday and Sunday as well. Doing tarot readings with her new Witches Tarot deck, and teaching three classes.

Tarot Readings by Ellen Dugan
Date Saturday, November 10th
Place: The Witchery
2116 Postoffice Street
Galveston Island Texas
Time: Tarot Readings from 11:00am to 5:00pm: By Appointment Only- (Call the store to schedule your time.)
Tarot Reading Price: $30.00 for a15 minute reading.


Ellen Dugan offers Three Magickal Classes at The Witchery
Class Dates: Saturday and Sunday November 10th & 11th, 2012
Time for Classes: See below with each class description
Classes Offered: Magick of the Witches Tarot , Herbs for the Seasons, and Practical Protection Magick
Class fees: $40.00 per class
Class Descriptions:

Saturday Evening Class- (7:00 - 9:00 pm) Magick of the Witches Tarot- Join award winning author Ellen Dugan for this two hour class as she explains the symbolism and magick behind her new deck, Witches Tarot. Learn about the archetypes and magick behind the symbolism, as well as discovering more information about the new card spreads that she created specifically for this deck. The Major and Minor Arcana will be discussed. This class also features tips and trick for working magick with your Witches Tarot deck. Bring your Witches Tarot deck along and we look forward to seeing you there! Class fee- $40.00. Call The Witchery store to reserve your spot in class.

Sunday Afternoon Class- (2:00 to 4:00pm) Herbs for the Seasons: Herb magick is available to us through every enchanting season. Join award winning author Ellen Dugan for a lecture on the Herbs for the Seasons and learn new ways to incorporate practical herb magick into your Witchery all year long. In this lecture Ellen discusses her new book Seasons of Witchery, practical plant magick, herbal folklore and of course ways to personalize your Craft all year long. Looking forward to seeing you there! Class fee- $40.00. Call The Witchery store to reserve your spot in class.

Sunday Evening Class- (6:00 - 8:00pm) Practical Protection Magick:  As a special treat Ellen is teaching her very popular workshop on Practical Protection Magick This class will cover your psychic strengths and weaknesses, explain how to diagnose a magickal problem, and discuss the difference between a hex and a crossed condition. This live class has been popular across the country and Ellen is delighted to offer it for the first time in Texas. This class will explore real-life psychic self-defense, and it gives practical advice on dealing with emotional and uninvited psychic vampires. Several techniques of protective spellwork will be discussed, and you will also discover what the phrase “Magick follows the least path of resistance”, truly means. Class fee -$40.00. Call The Witchery  store to reserve your spot in class.

I will have free promotional items to give away at the author events in Minneapolis and in Galveston. It's going to be a busy, busy fall! I hope to see some of you there!
Blessed be, Ellen

PS. From now until October 31st I will include a free bonus "Samhain Spell" with the purchase of any of my online classes. I offer five different classes- you can check them out and order on my website.
Payment is made thru Paypal. Quick easy and secure.
http://www.ellendugan.com/10.html

Hello,
Tomorrow I am teaching the third in my series of Practical Magick Classes and the topic for this class is Prosperity and Abundance Magick.  I have written lots of prosperity spells over the years. I have entire chapters on the topic of prosperity in my books, Cottage Witchery, Herb Magic for Beginners, 7 Days of Magic, and Book of Witchery. 

Prosperity Magick is always a popular topic, and honestly the lure of casting a spell and having money appear "like magick" is very attractive to darn near everyone.
But the truth is prosperity magick, like any other magick, is more complex than most folks realize.

There are clever ways to attract prosperity and abundance into your life, and believe it or not it all starts with you and your outlook, and what mood you are in when you cast the spell. If you want to attract positive things into your life then you need to put aside fear and embrace the idea that prosperity is everywhere, and that there is more than enough to go around.

In my class tomorrow I will be teaching the students about the colors, crystals and herbs that are most complimentary for this type of spell work- but I will also teach them much more.
We are going to look at the Law of Attraction, astrological and lunar timing for best results, and how to avoid those "rookie Witch mistakes" so their prosperity spells don't backfire.
This is going to be a fun class. If you live in the St. Louis area, you should come out and join us. Here is the class information. Hope to see you there!

Class Date: Sunday March 4
Time:  2:00pm
Class fee: $30.00
Place: Wellness Center (Chapel of Love & Light)
1600 Boone's Lick Road
St. Charles, MO. 63301
Ages 18 and up are welcome.
Need more info? For more information, directions to the Wellness Center, or to pre-register for classes, please contact Ellen via email at edugan_gardenwitch@yahoo.com 
 

Just for fun here is an "extra spell that I wrote for the Magical Almanac back in 2009. Try out this sunrise spell for yourself and see how it works for you.

Work this spell at sunrise and take a moment to embrace all the magick and possibilities of a brand new day. There are no accesories needed for this spell, just yourself, your intentions, and the sunrise. This spell is an affirmation of sorts. Where you re-affirm your vows as a Witch and invite positive things into your life.
Directions: Turn and face east. Feel the warmth and power of the sun wash over you. Ground and center yourself, clear your mind. Smile and be positive and upbeat. Then when you are ready, repeat the spell verse.


Blessed be, Ellen

Good Morning,
Tomorrow is my second class in my practical magick series and it is on Green Magick. This classed is based on my book Garden Witch's Herbal: Green Magick, Herbalism & Spirituality. This a topic near and dear to my heart. It is also one of my favorite touring lectures. I am looking forward to Sunday, as this will be the first time I have taught this class here in Missouri. Here is the class description. 

Garden Witch's Herbal by Ellen Dugan

Green Magick and Herbalism-
This class will be held on Sunday, February 26. 
Join award winning author and Master Gardener Ellen Dugan for a lecture on Green Magick & Herbalism. Ellen will discuss the fundamentals of the green path, and the magickal tools of the green trade- which may surprise you. Discover the magick of plants, trees, flowers and herbs that can be easily incorporated into your own style of witchery, in practical and profound ways. This class will inspire, and motivate you to take your magick to the next level. A group green magick ritual will close out the 2 hour class. 
Class Date: Sunday- February 26
Time:  2:00pm
Class fee: $30.00
Place: Wellness Center (Chapel of Love & Light)
1600 Boone's Lick Road
St. Charles, MO. 63301
Ages 18 and up are welcome. 

Snow on dogwood blossoms

Honestly, green magick is a style of magick that works well with any tradition or personal eclectic practice. It is so much more than just gardening and herbs. This is a mind set and it teaches you how to work in harmony with your own flora, fauna, and the seasons. No matter what part of the world you happen to live in. Or what time of year it happens to be. Especially at this time of year when we are hovering between winter and the beginning of spring. Green Magick is indeed all around you.

I always get a kick out of my student's reactions when they discover the truth about green magick. It is extremely gratifying to see them have their ah-ha! moment. For once they make that connection to the natural world, they never look at magick the same way again. They learn to tap into the rhythms of the seasons. To flow with the cycles of nature and to appreciate the magick that is found in the part of the world that they call home. 
Which makes green magick intensely personal and unique for each individual practitioner. For folks who hate the "cookie cutter Wicca stuff", green magick is your answer. Embrace the idea and bring something personal and different into your Craft.

Here in Missouri, spring has been flirting with us and giving us a hint of what is to come for the past few days... I was able to get out and take my walks enjoying the sunshine, and the 60 degree temperatures for a couple of days this week.  Just before the big cold front came through. We have had high winds for the past couple of days, and it is damp and chilly- more like February again. But, I think we are supposed to get some mild warmer weather this coming week! 


While I was out on my walks I saw patches of bright yellow crocus blooming around the neighborhood. It was so cheerful.  Especially against all that brown winter grass. 
I also noticed a lot of buds swelling on trees. I hope they hold off for a while... Winter is not done with us yet. While we are enjoying the classic "February Thaw", we still have about a month to go before spring officially arrives. 

However, the wheel of the year is turning! Celebrate the seasons and their magick, however they manifest in your neck of the woods. Explore green magick, open your heart to nature, and see where it leads you.
Blessed be, 
Ellen

Hello,

Witches Tarot by Ellen Dugan

For two years I have had to keep my "secret project" ... well, a secret. But I was just given clearance to post the cover image, and to announce the newest book- so here we go. The Witches Tarot, will be a boxed deck and book. It is being published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

I am finishing up the book now and the artwork is almost complete. The artist's name is Mark Evans and the art is magickal, vibrant and gorgeous. I am really happy to finally be able to share this news with my fans. I will not be posting any of the card art for a while... but the cover image is actually "The Moon" card from the deck- with a cool border all around it. The release date is set for Fall 2012. As I get more information, and am cleared to post a card or two... I will be sure to let everyone know.

Tomorrow my first class in my new Practical Magick Series. I am really looking forward to the classes and meeting the students. Here is the information on tomorrows class- if you live in the St. Louis area and would like to attend.
Class Dates: Sundays- February 19, February 26, March 4 & March 11
Time:  2:00pm
Class fee: $30.00 each- or attend all four classes for $100.00 and save! (Payment for all four classes in the series is due in full at the time of the first class.) Cash or Check only.

Place: Wellness Center (Chapel of Love & Light)
1600 Boone's Lick Road
St. Charles, MO. 63301
Ages 18 and up are welcome.
Need more info? For more information, directions to the Wellness Center, or to pre-register for classes, please contact Ellen via email at edugan_gardenwitch@yahoo.com

Candle and Crystal Magick: Going from Basic to Advanced-
This first class will be held on Sunday, February 19.
Candle and crystal spells are the stock in trade of most Witches and magickal practitioners. The trick is how do you take the basics and turn them into more advanced practices? In this first class of the four part practical magick series, award winning author Ellen Dugan, shows you how to advance your Craft. This class focuses on candle and crystal magick, and shows you how to think outside the box and how to personalize your spells. The law of correspondence, and vibration will be discussed, as well as a look at how lunar timing, and the magickal days of the week can work in your favor. There will also be information on troubleshooting your spell-work. This 2 hour class will end with group candle and crystal spell-work.
The following classes in the series are:
Green Magick & Herbalism 2/26/2012
Practical Prosperity & Abundance Magick 3/4/2012
Practical Protection Magick 3/11/2012

For more information plus detailed class descriptions- at www.ellendugan.com go to the "Tours" tab at the top of the page. or look at the previous blog about the classes. 

Practical Protection Magick in French!

Now I have to go print up my handouts and lecture notes for class tomorrow! Wishing you all a great weekend. Hope you are as excited about the new project as much as I am!
Blessed be, Ellen

PS. I just received the French version of Practical Protection Magick.  It was translated by ADA Editions (Canada) the website is www.ada-inc.com Here is the French version- Loving the cover!