WASHINGTON — As the September equinox ushers in a pivotal astronomical turning point, contemporary Pagan, Wiccan, and earth-centered communities across the globe are marking the shift in seasons. Known traditionally as Mabon or Harvest Home in the Northern Hemisphere—and the Vernal Equinox or Ostara in the South—the equinox represents a fleeting moment of cosmic equilibrium…
UNITED STATES — As the calendar turns toward the final weeks of September 2026, the Earth reaches a delicate, fleeting moment of cosmic equilibrium. Across the planet, the September equinox—occurring on Tuesday, September 22, at 8:05 p.m. EDT (00:05 UTC on September 23)—marks the official astronomical transition into autumn for the Northern Hemisphere and spring…
As the September equinox ushers in a pivotal shift across the globe—bringing the Autumnal Equinox (Mabon) and the harvest season to the Northern Hemisphere while welcoming the Vernal Equinox (Ostara) and the blossoming of spring to the South—contemporary Pagan leaders have gathered to share their collective wisdom. In this installment of Pagan Voices, prominent elders,…
NEW YORK — Independent publishing house Weiser Books, an imprint of Red Wheel Weiser specializing in esoteric and occult literature, has announced the upcoming release of The Crafty Witch’s Guide to Cord Magic: The Art of Braiding & Knotting Spell Cords. Authored by veteran practitioner and artist Loren Morris, the 176-page instructional work is scheduled…
GLOBAL — As the Earth completes another quarter turn along its ancient path, modern Pagan communities across the globe have gathered to mark the shifting seasons. In the northern hemisphere, this weekend ushers in the festival of Lughnasadh—also widely known as Lammas—representing the first of three pivotal harvest celebrations on the modern Wheel of the…
