We are currently working on this area for the 2008 event and as our authors and presenters are confirmed we will post them....so until then.....
Below is a list of those from last years festival:
Gary Varner
Gary Varner is back!
We are pleased to announce that Gary is participating in our Harvest
Festival again this year and will be there both days of Festival. Gary joined us for our very first festival
back in 1999 and continued with us as a guest author several years
after.
Gary R. Varner is a folklorist with a background in archaeology & anthropology. Gary has traveled extensively to research the many ancient
symbols found around the world including Green Men, Gargoyles and
Grotesques found in Europe, Asia, Mexico and even right here in Sacramento.
Those of you interested in history, architecture, Paganism
and symbology, be sure to stop by Gary's booth and visit with him.
Gary is the author of:
"Sacred Wells: A Study in the History, Meaning, and Mythology
of Holy Wells & Waters"
and nine other books, and over 24 other articles.
For Gary's biography and a list of his books go to:
http://www.authorsden.com/garyrvarner
Vincent M. Wales
Vincent M. Wales is Back!
Vincent is the author of "One Nation Under God", and "Wish
You Were Here".
This will be the fourth year in a row Vincent has participated in
our annual Harvest Festival and we are very pleased to have him back
with us again.
Vincent will be appearing both days of festival.
Saturday at 4pm in the Outside Presentation area.
Vincent will be speaking on:
"Infinite Love - Polyamory for the Curious and Confused"
"It comes in more forms than Baskin Robins' ice cream flavors,
and perhaps that's why there's so much confusion about polyamory,
the lifestyle of romantically loving more than one person, openly
and honestly. Join author Vincent M. Wales for a casual Q & A
session and learn what it is and what it isn't."
You can read Vincent's Biography and browse his website at:
http://www.vincentmwales.com
Candy Taylor Tutt
Candy has studied dragons for twenty years. Her first book
"Ten Dragon Tales" won the 2004 Best Fantasy Book Award
from Sacramento Publishers and Authors.
Her second book, "Dragon Tales, Dragon Scales" will be out
in 2008.
We are please to have Candy joining us again this year. Candy will
be appearing both days during festival and will be doing a presentation
you won't want to miss!
Saturday 12:30pm Indoor Presentation AreaCandy will be speaking on:
"The Goddess And The Dragon"
"It has long been a theory of mine that dragons existed
in ancient civilizations. Some time ago, my research focused on three
Eastern myths and one European legend which portray the Goddess as
closely aligned with the dragons of their cultures. Allow me to introduce
to you Tiamat - Nu Kua - Ben Ten - and Melusine. - Candy Taylor Tutt"
http://www.tendragontails.com/
M. Macha Nightmare
M. Macha Nightmare, PWP, is an author, ritualist and all
around Pagan webweaver. She presents at colleges and universities,
seminaries, and interfaith groups, speaks to the media, and teaches
about dead and dying and NeoPagan public ritual at Cherry Hill Seminary,
the first and only seminary serving the NeoPagan community, where
she also chairs the Public Ministry Department.
Author of:
"Pagan Pride: Honoring the Craft and Culture of Earth and Goddess"
"Witchcraft and the WEb: Weaving Pagan Traditions Online"
Co-Author, with Starhawk, of:
"The Pagan Book of Living & Dying: Practical Rituals, Prayers,
Blessings, and Meditations on Crossing Over"
She has also contributed to these anthologies:
"Irish Spirit: Pagan, Celtic, Christian, Globa", Patricia
Monaghan, ed. "Celebrating the Pagan Soul: Our Own Stories of
Inspiration and Community", Laura Wildman, ed. and "Exploring
the Pagan Path: Wisdom from the Elders", Kristin Madden, ed.
Macha will be joining us on Saturday, Sept. 23rd. only!
Macha will be speaking at 1:30pm in the Indoor Presentation Area.
She will be speaking on:
"Out of the Broom Closet II:
Credibility, Interfaith, & Ministry"
The state of Pagan studies in academe; the value of interfaith and
how to conduct oneself in that context, the ethics of service. Talk
and discussion.
http://www.machanightmare.com & http://www.cherryhillseminary.org
Joseph Ernest Martin
Author of the "Quest Tarot"
Joseph will be joining us on Sunday only.
Joseph Ernest Martin, author and artist for the best selling Quest
Tarot, and winner of the "Visionary Award of Excellence"
has been doing psychic work for over 19 years. Joseph travels extensively
to over 34 cities a year doing psychic readings and giving lectures
on the paranormal. Imagine that TV is currently in production with
Joseph for the show "Exploring the Paranormal" and both
Fox and the History channel has filmed Joseph for up coming shows.
Joseph will be joining us on Sunday the 23rd. only.
Joseph's presentation will be at 11:30 a.m. at the Outside Presentation Area
He will be speaking on:
"Good Psychic / Bad Psychic"
Because of overwhelming response to his talk, Joseph will be presenting the hard hitting facts between how to find a "good psychic" and how to avoid a "bad psychic". Don't miss this rare opportunity to get this powerful information. You saw the bad ones on Dr. Phil. You saw the good ones on Oprah. Pick up the new facts that you didn't see on TV. This is an important session to attend and share with those you care about. you will leave with "real world" tools you can immediately use to protect yourself and gain the top five psychic secrets to look for in an honest psychic.
http://www.questtarot.com
Cynthia Sue Larson
MBA, Author, Intuitive and Spiritual Life Coach.
Cynthia will be joining us again at Festival this year and we are
glad to have her back.
You can meet Cynthia on Sunday, Sept. 23rd.
Cynthia is the author of "Aura Advantage: How the Colors in Your
Aura Can Help You Attain What You Desire and Attract Success"
and "Aura Healing Meditations" CD.`
Cynthia's presentation will be on Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
in the Indoor Presentation Area.
She will be speaking on:
"Improve Your Life By Changing Your Past"
Learn how you can improve your current quality of life by improving
your past, with help from reality shifting author and expert Cynthia
Sue Larson, author of the critically acclaimed book, Reality Shifts:
When Consciousness Changes the Physical World. Discover some
of the biggest secrets about manifestation which are typically overlooked,
as you learn to influence your present situation by revising your
past. Cynthia holds an MBA degree in Physics from U. C. Berkeley.
She lives in Berkeley, California, where she publishes the free monthly
ezine, Reality Shifters News through
http://www.realityshifters.com
H. E. Curtis
New this year at Festival will be fantasy author H. E. Curtis.
Author of "The Tribunal of the Rose"
Author and Poet H. E. Curtis lives in a sleepy little mountain community
in Northern California. His first book of fiction Tribunal of
the Rose, was released to the public, May, 2007. Prior to this,
H. E. Curtis, while new to being published, is not new to writing.
H. E. Curtis had his own online weekly column addressing different
aspects of spirituality, symbols, ritual and folklore. One of the
more controversial of his articles touched upon the ritualistic structure
of domestic violence. Several works of individual poetry have been
published, as well as a volume of his complete works of poetry over
a span of 15 years. Being partially deaf, H. E. Curtis has been involved
in several projects surrounding issues of access for the deaf/hard
of hearing culture, including co-advocating for more appropriate responsiveness
at pagan gatherings pertaining to those deaf/hard of hearing members
wishing to attend and participate.
H.E. Curtis will be doing a presentation Saturday, at 1:30 p.m.
In the Outside Presentation area.
He will be speaking on:
"Black Widows and Traffic Lights"
An exploration of the depth, extent and influence of symbols in our lives.
http://www.hecurtis.com/
Cassidy McKay
Another new author joining us for this years festival is
Cassidy McKay. Cassidy writes romance books, including paranormal,
contemporary, time travel, dark paranormal, and erotic stories.
Author Bio:
Author/Illustrator/Cover Artist Cassidy Mckay lives in the beautiful
mountains of Northern California, nestled in the heart of pine and
oak trees. Ms. Mckay draws her inspiration to write from her family,
her pets, the beautiful scenery and the historic roots of the region.
As a romance writer, she has covered a variety of topics in an equal
variety of styles and genres. One of her more recent releases, The
Midas Touch, explores an alternate and modern-day
telling of an ancient fairy tale. Ms. Mckay is also well known for
her cover art on romance books, and now has covers with four publishers.
Ms. Mckay is currently collaborating with author H. E. Curtis in creating
a children's story of the special magic which can appear unexpectedly
in life.
http://www.cassidymckay.com
Shaylynn Rose
Shaylynn Rose is another author joining us for
the first time this year. Shaylynn was born and raised in California
and is the author of Banshee's Honor, published in
January 2007. Shaylynn is also the owner of a hand-made craft business.
You can meet Shaylynn at Festival where she will be have her hand
made merchandise available at her booth, and she will also be available
to do book signings.
We currently do not have Shaylynn scheduled as a presenter.
http://www.pdpublishing.com/bansheeendpage.html
Linda Joy Singleton
Linda Joy Singleton is the author of over 30 books for young readers,
including her paranormal series The Seer
and Strange Encounters (Llewellyn Worldwide).
The Seer features a teen psychic who solves mysteries with the help
of her spirit guide Opal and quirky friends. Linda recently appeared
on the cable show, Journeys into the Paranormal, where she talked
about her experiences researching into psychic phenomenon. She keeps
in touch with readers on her blogs and website.
www.LindaJoySingleton.com
Other books by Linda:
"Don't Die, Dragonfly", "Last Dance",
"Witch Ball", "Sword Play",
"Fatal Charm" (o7), and "Into the Mirror"
(Blooming Tree Press/2008. Unnamed Paranormal Trilogy begins
Fall 08/Flux.
Linda's presentation will be on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
In the Indoor Presentation Area.
She will be speaking on:
Q & A about writing paranormal books for teens.
The young adult book market is really huge right now and she has lots
of information to share for writers or fans. Linda has met many other
writers of YA magical realism books, too. She'll be happy to answer
any questions attendees might have. Linda knows lots of readers are
interested in writing and she enjoys speaking.
Rick Veda Nafzinger
We are pleased to have author Rick Veda Nafzinger joining us at Festival
for the first time this year.
Rick is the author of:
Combating Inner Terrorism: Strategies of the Goddess in the
Devi Mahatmyam
Rick will be doing a presentation on Sunday at 10:30
a.m. and
following his presentation, Rick will be heading over to the Author
Alley area of Festival, where he will be available for book signing.
Rick's presentation is: "Goddess of India"
The Goddess is rising in the awareness of Western culture in recent
years. She has never left the awareness of those in the East. Rick
has just returned from Calcutta and Chandpur in West Bengal, India,
where he assisted in the opening of a new temple and conducted worship
to the Divine Mother for several thousand people. He is a Hindu pujari
of the Satyananda lineage, a Wiccan priest of the Correllian Natvist
tradition, and a Christian minister with a seminary degree in Ancient
Languages. He has known the divine as Mother since he was a child.
Rick is the founder of the Circle of the Feminine Divine in Stockton,
and currently serves as President of the Interfaith Council of San
Joaquin. Combating Inner Terrorism is his first book.
Sean Harbaugh
Saturday, 3p.m. in the Outside Presentation Area.
Sean's presentation will be on:
"An Introduction to ADF Cosmology and Ritual "
This workshop will focus on the cosmology of Ar nDraiocht Fein:
A Druid Fellowship, aka ADF. The workshop will include an explanation of the ADF Core Order of Ritual, a detail of the relationship between the Kindred and ourselves, the symbolism of the Waters of Life, and a question and answer session. The session will strive to lift the mist over why we do what we do in Ritual. The workshop is being led by Sean Harbaugh, the Senior Druid of the Sierra Madrone Grove, ADF based in Sacramento, and he currently holds the position of the Northwest Regional Druid for ADF
Sean harbaugh co-founded the Sierra Madrone Grove, ADF in 2004 and has served as its Senior Druid since its inception. He was recently elected to the position of Northwest REgional Druid for ADF which covers 8 states. A lifelong Sacramento resident, he has worked to introduce ADF cosmology to members of the pagan community who long for a structured approach to Ritual, and are interested in the study programs ADF has to offer. Sean has written several articles for ADF touching on topics such as the meaning of the Waters of Life, and accommodating people with disabilities in Ritual. Currently Sean is researching the reoccurring symbols in the Gaelic hero stories, and is writing a workshop on the symbolism of the various drinking vessels mentioned in Celtic myth.
http://www.freewebs.com/sierramadronegrove
Barbara Edgewalker
Presentation: "Eco cooking/living
Barbara will be doing two presentations one each day of Festival.
Saturday at 5 p.m.
Sunday at 4 p.m.
In the Outside Presentation Area.
Be sure to stop by and enjoy this presentation and get a taste of the wonderful food she will be fixing each day.
Stanley Le Roy Morey II
Trained in Tarot and MAGICK BY Marsha and Bob Clark, "Coven of the Stone Door". An Initiate and member of Father Worley's "Order of the Batalatuer", which is a Tarot Magick order.
A 3rd degree High Priest and Elder of the Coven of the Sacred Stone
(English Traditional) in Council Bluffs, IA, as well as Elder and
Master level Wizard of the Fellowship of the Sacred Flame (Celtic
Eclectic), Omaha, NE. and Organizer of "The Broom Closet",
"The Sacramento Tarot Society", and "The Waxie's Dargle
(Candle making Group) on Meetup.com.
He is also an ordained minister with "The Universal Life Church", Modesto, CA and "The Church of Spiritual Humanism".
Stanley's Presentation will be: "Power of Choice"
Saturday 11:30 p.m.
Outside Presentation Area
"The Power of Choice" is an exploration of personal
responsibility, organic accountability, and personal every day empowerment.
In short, an inter-spiritual attunement skill on how to truly live
to magickal lifestyle.
Lecture notes will be available at the WizardCraft booth.
Ed Broneske
Ed Bronske has been following Asatru since 1997. He is currently
a founding member of the White Oak Kindred and have been a director
of the Asatru Folk Assembly for three years. He has been giving talks
on Asatru at Pagan Pride and other groups since 2001. Currently he
s working with Steve McNallen in developing curriculum for a basic
Asatru class.
Saturday, 11:30a.m.
Indoor Presentation Area
Ed's Presentation will be on:
Asatru: The way of the Germanic Peoples
This talk will be about the Asatru faith as a organic tribal
religion of the Northern European germanic peoples. This will cover
the basic doctrines of Asatru, including the use of magic, ethics,
rites and rituals and the relevance of Asatru today.
Sam Blake
Sam owns and manages Never Cry Wolf Rescue and Adoptions (NCWRA) from his home near Antelope.
"Sam, a native of Oklahoma who has made his home in Sacramento, founded the organization in 1996. Although his mission of rescuing wolves started about 25 years ago when RAMBO, a large white wolf adopted him. He has been described as having
'a little bit of Choctaw Indian, a little bit of stubbornness
when standing up for the underdog and a natural love of these animals.'
That love is apparent when you see Sam with his wolves. He has been
compared to the Pied Piper of folklore, because, animals of all species
gravitate to him"
Presentation: "Little Red Riding Hood Lied"
Saturday, 10:30 am
Outside Presentation Area
http://www.nevercrywolfrescue.com
Michael Gorman
Michael is the Chief Druid, Board President, and Founder of the Sacramento
Grove of the Oak, Inc., an eclectic Pagan community that gathers regularly
in Midtown Sacramento. He is the Lambda Award winning author of the
innovative biography of Jose Sarria called The Empress Is A Man. His
writing covers a range of genres: journalism, poetry, lyrics, playwriting,
short stories, and non-fiction scholarship. He holds a Bachelor of
Arts and a Master of Arts degrees from California State University,
Sacramento, and has since his formal studies become a student of Celtic
History, Philosophy, and Spirituality. He is a Druid with the Order
of Bards, Ovates, and Druids out of Lewes, England, a teacher, and
an ordained minister. He currently is working on a biography of Irish
poet and Druid, Ella Young, and a book of Celtic philosophy. He lives
in Midtown with his partner of 10 years, "Dr. Dean" and
their black cat Sabbath, whom Michael calls his "reluctant familiar."
Saturday, 3 p.m.
Indoor presentation area.
Michael's Presentation: "Toward Pagan World View"
"How should Pagans be looking at the world that's different
from the main stream culture."
(additional info and bio coming soon)
http://www.groveoftheoak.org
Belisama
Sunday, 12:30 p.m.
Indoor presentation area.
Belisama's Presentation will be on: "Group Past Life Regression"
Have you ever wondered who you were in a previous existence?
Belisama will lead you into a previous life experience. This is a
non-invasive method to recognize, understand, and begin to change
patterns and experiences that began in your past lives. Awaken memories,
bring forth past skills, and improve the quality of your life through
a better understanding of previous ones.
http://sacredfire.tk
Eric Ketten: Logar
Sunday 3:00 p.m.
Outside presentation area.
Eric's Presentation will be on: "Logar the Pointless Pagan"
VizAnya
Sunday, 10:30am
Indoor presentation area.
Presentation: "Psychology and the Teaching Coven"
VizAnya is going to discuss Eric Ericson's theory of growth
as it pertains to the teaching coven. Pre-initiate and second degree
will be the main focus of the discussion. Teachers, initiates and
solitaries will find the stages of growth helpful when either developing
a curriculum, understanding inner working or seeking a teacher.
VizAnya has been a part of covens in Sacramento for 10 years. She is presently pursuing a degree in nursing and studying psychology at Sacramento State University. She runs a teachng coven in the area and is a member of the Silver Crescent Tradition. While this is her first presentation directly to the pagan community in this area, she has been givng talks to some of the pagan groups forming in this communities colleges.
Teddy Penrose a.k.a. Jade
Teddy is our local Kitchen/Hedge Witch. She has been a Priestess
of Ancient Cauldron Covenant of Arrianrhod since 2001.
Teddy has recently opened her own business, "West
of Salem". She will have a booth at festival this
year which will have a variety of herbs, potions, lotions, incense
and lots more! Be sure to stop by and "visit for a spell".
Sunday, 12:30 p.m.
Outdoor presentation area.
Teddy will be doing a presentation on:
Candle Magick, Herbs and Oils
www.westofsalem.com
Kaitlyn Keyt
Kaitlyn will be doing a presentation Saturday 5pm
Indoor presentation area on:
"The Energy of Love & Fear Vibrations"
Shifting from Fear to Love and Tools from Nature that can help us.
Love is theHighest Vibration, Fear is the lowest.
Vibrationally we can become Magnets for Good, Repelling the Negative.
Vibrate HIGH, attract POSITIVE,....Vibrate low, attract negative.
Our thoughts effect our vibration and what we attract. However holding
our thoughts on LOVE all day can be a challenge. Good News!!! Nature
can help,now more than ever. The Secrets out, You've heard everything
is "Energy", Now come play with a new form of it. Experience
how you can use it to instantly and positively shift everything in
your life from your Food, Relationships, Aging, Pain, Health, Weight,
STress and more. Fun interactive energy experiments and lots of "Ah-haa's'.
A gift of a pocket Baby Smudger with abalone shell to all who gather.
Founder of VibesUp, 25 yrs Wellness experience. My passion for going
to the root to find the solution has lead to a new discoveries in
Vibrations and how we can effect our lives andthe world around us.
http://www.vibesup.com
Rachel Harvey
Rachel will be joining us again this year!
What is her topic? Hmmm, that's to be announced at Festival.
No matter the topic, Rachel captivates all who attend her presentations/workshops!
We are pleased to have her participating and know she will present a wonderful discussion sure to please!
Sunday, 3p.m.
Indoor presentation area.
Gail Dettmar
a.k.a. "WinterSky"
Presentation: "Elders & Leaders Panel"
Saturday 4:00 p.m.
Indoor presentation area.
Meet Gail and other Elders and Leaders in our Pagan community as they
gather at Festival for a special "Elders & Leaders Panel".
Learn about the different traditions in our community, how you can
help your Elders and your community, and much more.
Gail is founder and Elder High Priestess of the Ancient Cauldron
Covenant of Arrianrhod. She has been a non-denominational minister
for over twenty years. Gail enjoys reading and teaching the Tarot
and Symbolism as well as other arts of divination. Gail is also the founder of the annual "A Gathering of Spirits
Harvest Festival" and "Sacramento Pagan Pride Day".
http://www.ancientcauldron.com
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Questions Contact the main coordinator:
Tammy
