First and foremost, thank you to all the Phamily that attended the event. The phamily was amazingly drama free! (which, from a staffing point of view is wonderful in itself.)

The negative was the weather. Cold temps on Friday night and on Saturday night made the event a little more uncomfortable than we would have wished. There was a positive from this though. It was wonderful to see Phamily pull together, some did not anticipate the weather, or had issues on the road to the event that meant they didn't have the means to deal with the cold the way they would have normally. Phamily pulled together, dug out extra stuff, and supported each other as a community, it was wonderful! As a reminder, we do drag that BFT (Big @*^%$& Trailer) around for a reason - Staff has extra gear, pillows, sleeping bags, heaters, etceteras available for those emergencies, when needed, just ask anyone on staff, we can do it, or get you to someone who can.

I'd like to again, thank the merchants, auctioneers, and Phamily who purchased, donated, and Called the impromptu auction on Saturday. Those same extras, tents, supplies, radios, and other gear, are becoming very dated. The replacement of those needed items was becoming a real problem, and the monies generated will do a very good job of fixing all that... Again Thank YOU!

I've had a few after festival complaints (Two, actually) about the dropping of tribal council, but, far more people have told me they are happy that we don't do it anymore. This was event number three without a council, and I've had, to date, 6 people say they wish it was back, and over 40 who are glad we don't do it. (And I only counted Unkle Mark the once!) So, until we hear from you that we need to start it back, it's stays off the schedule. I personally like the sunday morning brunch and Social much better anyway, it gives me a chance to bounce around an talk to at least a few more of the people I've missed chatting with during the event... I don't know about everyone else, but that is one of the things I like about festival.

The phamily that came together for main ritual did a superb job. the phamily crafted main ritual continues to be a highlight of our events, it's community building, it's coopritive, and it has created some very, very good rituals.

I want to take the opportunity to say thank you to the Sage and Crone circles. Both are beginning to move forward as entities of guidance and wisdom within our community. The coming of age rituals (Held each Spring, remember this, folks!!!!!) and the Sage / Crone rites (Held each fall) honoring the transitions of life that each of us go through have had a powerful impact for those making those transitions. Being available when Phamily needs experience and wisdom is proving more and more valuable as time goes on. Not just problem resolution, although some of you do that, but guidance as well... answering questions like "I want to go into business for myself, but what is the impact on my family going to be" or "Is there something I can do to help the babys teething pain?" or "Can you help me throw darts better?" <smile> Wisdom is wisdom and you are all full of it!

To our Featured Musicians, Emerald Rose... wonderful performances, wonderful interaction with the Phamily, you guys just Rock. Playing Bocca (sp?) in merchants row, general help and interaction with community - I don't know what to say but Wow! One anectdote to share. During the Friday night concert, a Phamily member came to me as I was wandering merchants row and said "They sound great, just like they were using a PA system.... How do they do that?" to which I had to reply, "Well, they are good musicians, but remember they are PAGAN musicians...." it was good for more than one smile that weekend....

Freedom, thank you again. the Saturday Dinner concert was wonderful, you put it all together very quickly and the results was fabulous!

Nybor and Elspeth, wonderful again. You been with this phamily for many years, and taught on many subjects. I could and do make a case for you two directly sculpting the methods and the paths this Phamily has taken. And thank you again for the gift of the portfolio.

Ivo, Jim and Jo. Ivo, you are always a delight, a fountain of knowledge, a good friend, and a lot more. Thank you for bringing a part of your Family to meet Phamily. We expected that they were going to be cool, how could they not? but they exceeded all expectations. Jim and Joe: Thank you, please come back!

To the staff!

Guardians: Dawn - You did a fine job as Coordinator, I'm very pleased that Phamily has a trained backup coordinator should Rowan be unable to attend an event again.

Rowan, John, Lena, Tim, Julia, and Kristin. Your work during the event was very good, I and the Phamily, thank you for your service.

Dr. Tom - thank you for your work at the first aid tent. It was refreshing how little you were needed - And I, for one, am happy to keep it that way! It's absolutely okay for you to have nothing to do... (I know you didn't quite make it, but we can strive for that, right?)

Site Management: Walker - good job Dude! The fire keepers, Thom, Nathan, Adrienne, and Barb did an exemplary job, I'd like to point out that Thom went above and beyond, he made at least two trips to Hidden River over the winter to drop off wood. We had plenty on hand, it was his fault!

The Drum Circle was mellow, was frenetic, was soft and was hard. Nighthawk did an excellent job of managing all of that.

Brian was right there every time something broke (and found time to play the pipes at Bardic too! How cool is that?)

Jeanie - Fantastic first event as Youth coordinator - you did Great!!! That whole "more volunteers than kids" thing is fine - please continue to implement that! Warning though, I've heard a number of Phamily mention that they left their kids at home, because they didn't know what their lil ones would do at a pagan event - now they know - and the Family is coming to be with Phamily!!! heh.....

to the kitchen staff - Morgan, Zephyr, Joanie, and our newest victim (uh.. Volunteer) Tree! THANK YOU! the food was great, almost always on time, and you were always pleasant and smiling.... One minor bit of criticism for the Chef: No, do not show someone where you camp and tell them to wake you if they miss a meal - the kitchen is closed at 3:00 am, dude... <smile>

To Our site managers: Todd, Jen, Cody, Jeff and Linda everyone of you did very very well, set up and break down went just about as smooth as I have ever seen it happen (with one exception, which I will comment on shortly). todd, in particular, I want to make a point of saying thank you, you brought your new family with you to meet your Phamily, and we all know how much of a handful two young boys in a new situation can be. You juggled a lot of eggs, and, although a few of them may have cracked a little, I don't think you could have done any better of a job than you did. Linda, Walker believes in a "jump in with both feet" sort of training experience - so he dumped a bunch on ya, and you handled it with flying colors. I do want to point out that when you were told that most problems can be fixed by "using your head" he didn't mean taking down a pavilion... I'm very glad you are okay, but remember the new montra "Duck!"

Lisa - the staff Booth, setup, breakdown, gopher, pretty much anything needed. The label "Shop Rat" is an inside joke that has a meaning of respect, and appreciation, as you well know. It's unfortunate that there were people who thought it was derogatory, it isn't and wasn't - you are the best Shop Rat there is!

And to our Registration staff:

Kate, you did great, you handled things smoothly while Dianne was off site, off radio, or just a little off <smile> Thank you so much for being there. Dianne.... what else can I say about you my love? You do a damn fine job of everything you touch. I appreciate you more than you can ever know.


And Finally:

Vendors, Presenters, Staff, Listeners, Talkers, everyone on site. It was an amazing event. I had one ofthe best times ever, and I keep saying that. We had a string of events with major drama of one sort of another back around the turn of the millennia. We're done with that, we've grown, moved on, and moved forward. It's all because of you. We are not putting on a show, we're following an idea. Thank you, becasue it takes every single one of you to make it happen. I want this to continue. We celebrated 15 years of doing this, I should have 15 or 20 more in me at least. But, I also want to make sure this thing survives me. that is why we chronicle, that is why we ask for volunteers for staff, that is why we have tried to pursue permanent land. If you value this thing as I do, lets take some time out to reflect on what we can do to make it permanent. How can we pursue land, intentional community, replacements for the breakable bits (like Wade), and any other thing you can think of that will contributetothe betterment and longevity of this community.

Again, I THANK YOU ALL for PhoenixPhyre 2007. My batteries are recharged, I'm ready to face the world once again.


WAde Berlin, Proud Phamily Member.

As you may, or may not, know.....at AutumnMeet, I was crying on Wynette's shoulder about a room in my home I could not use because of water damage to walls and floor and a mold problem in there. I was just venting to my cuz, because my Fred works his butt off at his job and didn't have the time, energy, or skills to fix the room and I couldn't/wouldn't vent my frustration on him anyway. He does all he can already. Cousins come in handy that way. But Wynette went and told Wade. Then Wade comes along, with a gloomy face on, and says I hurt his feelings. I ask what the hell I did now......and he said he was hurt because I didn't let him know I needed help. Then I cried a bit. Then Wade arranged a work weekend at my home, Dragonwood.

To all of you who came, who de-constructed, and who re-constructed the room on our house..........a million thank you's are not sufficient to express my graditude./r Beginning with my Big Brother, Wade; the lovely Diane; the supremely competent Lisa; the fascinating Squeeky-bird (who helped keep me from pestering Wade!)........and....

John and Dawn and Jeannie and Todd (and his big truck) and Jimmy and Jenanne and Nikki and Alex and Panther and Jim (who is the electric and phone go-to man) and Marty and Mike and Jeff and Adrian (how's the poor thumb?) and not forgetting..../r Dee and James and Wilser and David (the other David, not Dee's husband) who hauled off burnables and burned them, and hauled stuff to the big truck and who chopped elephant ears and ginger out of the way and did many other things I did not see because I kept having to go sit down.....

Zephyr, Wynette and Steph who kept the Gator-ade, water, and sodas flowing and sandwiches and pizza handy to fill bellies.....and Jesse who kept me sane...and Ariel who trotted around doing whatever anyone needed a small girl-child to do....and Shelley who fetched in water in those handy little bottles.........

To all of you....my eternal thanks.

There was blood shed, and sweat.....there were feet going through that old rotten floor, there were muscles strained and tempers frayed.....but as far as I'm aware, there were no serious injuries....for which I am grateful. I felt enough guilt for having to ask for help, I'm just glad I don't have to feel guilty for anyone getting seriously hurt.

And I must say I never saw so many tools that make a job easier to do! Amazing! The only hand tools I've ever seen that worked by air compression are the wrenches a tire man uses to loosen the nuts on tires. I should have known Wade would have the most efficient tools around!

So, there's a new floor in there, and new walls, and electric outlets and phone jacks, and the ceiling is fixed, and the sheetrock is "taped and mudded".....and there is a ceiling light where there was none before, and a switch by the door, which I find very cool! It will take us a little time to finish off the room, but now it is manageable with the skills we have.

As my Circle-sister, Dee, said....that gang rocks!!!! And I only recall one time Wade had to tell me I needed to be someplace else! Ardy

Hidden Magick
(To my Phoenix Phamily & Hidden River)

Now Witches gather at a mystical site,
A place filled with magick, merriment and light.
Some are known, and some have never been,
Yet all join together to let their energies blend.

Airport Transportation
Remember: If you’re flying in, you need to book into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Please contact us at 904-674-0607 if you need a ride. We may have several options available closer to the festival dates.

Arrival and Departure
We would prefer you stayed on site, lending your presence and energy to the village, but outside obligations sometimes prevent us from being here the whole event and If you find you must come and go,

The gate hours are:
Wed. April 5th - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Thu. April 6th - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Fri. April 7th - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Sat. April 8th - 9:00 am - 8:00 PM
Sun. April 9th - 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Pricing

The PhoenixPhyre full five day registration is $85.00 until 2/28/06, $95.00 from 2/28/06 until 3/28/06, and $105.00 at the Gate for persons age 16 yrs. old and older. Children and Young Adults ages 3 - 15 are $10.00 and children under 3 are free.

Weekend passes are is $65.00 until 2/28/06, $75.00 from 2/28/06 until 3/28/05, and $85.00 at the Gate for persons age 16 yrs. old and old6r. Weekend Passes are good for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Day-passes are $25.00 and will only be sold at the Gate. The passes are available for Thursday, Friday or Saturday only, and are good from 9 AM until Midnight on that day.
Pre-registration closes on March 28th, 2006.

Merchanting
The merchant fee for this gathering is $25.00 per 10 ft. x 10 ft. space. Multiple merchant spaces may be purchased; contact us directly if you need a larger area. We list Merchants on the Website; if you include the URL to your Website, we will link to you.

We will be repeating the "Craft Demos" for demonstrating the manufacture or creation of your wares. There has been a decline in the number of merchants who offer "Craft Demo's" of late. This is sad. You are depriving yourself and our community of a chance to demonstrate your product, and remember that Workshops are community service too!
The number of merchant sites are limited and are "First Come, First Served." There are only 25 sites available for rent to merchants and it is important to note that we generally close Merchant registrations 2 1/2 weeks into registration. Merchant sites usually fill very rapidly.
Be sure to read the merchant registration form and fill it out clearly and completely.

Merchants are required to have fire extinguishers displayed on the outside of their booths (bungie cords work great!). They cost around $7.00-$8.00 (at Walmart) and if yours gets used, we will refill or replace it at our option.

There will be an additional $20.00 per site for electricity. The good news, however, is that we anticipate NO difficulties with electrical service at Hidden River.

For any group of five (5) or more who register together, we are offering $10.00 off the current registration price of each adult registration. The registrations must come paid in full and all in one envelope. If registering online with a credit card, all registrations must be placed on one card. If you have any questions, please contact us at 904-674-0607 or email us at pphyre@phoenixfestivals.com

Deryl E. Barineau - Weekend only
Body Painting and art work, oils and water color

Cloth, Clay & Knives
Hand dyed fabrics, sarongs, jewelry, athames and more

Cypress Moon Crafts
Embroidered Pagan shirts of all types. Bring your own clip art or enjoy one of our pre-made designs. Get you Coven symbol on t-shirts or item of your choice. Use the words “purple people eater” to get 10% off your purchase. Special event pricing.

Inland Harbor Sanctuary
Handcast ritual candles, many one-of-a-kind Pagan goodies, lace shawls and accessories, custom t-shirts available with your picture, special lettering, or choose from any of our ready-made designs.

Kitten's Kreations
Soaps, edible oils, hemp line, Pagan supplies

Laughing Lady Bug Botanicals
We use organiic herbs from our gardens, when they are available, as well as purchasing fine organic herbs from other sources. Essential Tinctures- essential oils combined with purified minerals of the plant to produce a complete and easily digestible herbal food product. Oils - pure vegetable oils combined with herbal essential ols to create a soothing massage and body oil. Salves - prepared from fine herbs, oils, and organic bee's wax

Life Align
Body work, energy work, massage, Yoga consultation, some small items for sale

Maji Noir
Handmade jewelry, altar boxes, staffs, wands, precious stones, more

Shadowalker
Knives, rocks, gems, crystals, T-shirts, candy.

Silverwitch
Sterling silver jewelry, incense burners and other things pulled from the Cauldron

Something Wicked
Handcrafted gifts and clothing , Jewelry, books, windchimes, unique and one-of-a-kind items

Styx n Stonz
Staffs, walking sticks,brooms,wands, and other unique and sacred items.

The Book of Shadows
Many OOAK items along with a myriad of others suited to all Pagans. Ritual tools, books, tarot, herbs, stones and crystals, candles and more. One stop shopping.

Witchcrafts
Jewelry, Rune sets, Mead Bees

Ostara Eggs Presented by Mary Francis
Using all natural food ingredients, we will dye Ostara eggs and enjpy the gifts of Mother Nature! For adults and children

SIA Meeting Presented by Jean and Kate Davis
A self-help group for survivors of sexual abuse and their friends and family. SIA is based on the 12-step program of AA adapted to the issues if incest. Meetings are open to both men and women as long as you are not currently a perpetrator.

Songs and Chants Presented by Sally Klein
Song and chant sharing, round singing, harmony singing, sharing of original and meaningful songs

Magic and the Tarot Presented by Donald Michael Kraig
Most people think that the Tarot can only be used for doing divinations, fortune telling, or pathworking. In this workshop you’ll learn other ways of using the Tarot to bring real magick into your life, including using the Tarot cards as talismans, with candles, the amazing Dancing the Tarot technique, and as a synchronistic key to sex magick!

The Other Side of Tantra Presented by Donald Michael Kraig
Tantra is far more than the “yoga of sex” as many self-styled Tantric “experts” have claimed. It is a complete system of spirituality, as complete as the complexities of the Kabalah and as direct and straightforward as any of the numerous Neopagan systems popular today. In this class you will discover the “other side” of Tantra, the 98 per cent that does not deal with sexuality. Topics will include opening the senses, crazy wisdom, meditation, breath, magick and much more. Open to all people.

Sacred Dance Presented by Patricia Telesco
Seeing phamily and dancing the fire are the two main reasons I didn't want too miss the event! More to come.........

Gathering Etiquette
New to our Festival Environment? We’d like to invite you to attend Gathering Etiquette on the deck. All social interactions have certain customs that have evolved as “correct” behavior; Pagan gatherings are no different. Included are tips on how to interact with the friendly naked pagans, when throwing a cigarette into a fire is a bad idea, attending ritual, and more!

Dance of Life/Introduction to the Clan Mothers Presented by Gypsy (Thursday)
Early morning greet the day followed by an introduction to The Thirteen Original Clan Mothers by Jamie Sams: Sharing the truth of an ancient feminine wisdom tradition. A new method of honoring and incorporating native feminine wisdom into our daily lives. Each of the Clan Mothers reflects a particular teaching, relates to a cycle of the moon, and possesses special totems, talents and gifts that can help each of us cultivate our own personal gifts and talents.

Dance of Life/Animal Totems Presented by Gypsy (Friday)
A good way to greet the arrival of the new day.......Simple steps of acknowledging each of the four directions, drawing the power of the direction and giving it to the earth, and to the sky, centering it then sharing it with the East, with the West, and the South and the North.......Simple to follow movements that flow with each direction. Followed by an introduction to types of books and card decks available on the market, a discussion of different animals and what they have to say to us. We are all related.

All Wired Up Presented by Holly
How to wrap a stone nugget to wear as a pendant. How to make a Perfect Loop and a Basic Loop for earrings. Introduction to basic wire working tools. We will be working with copper wire for beginners, sterling wire will be available for additional cost.

Amber: Magical and Practical Applications Presented by Thorra Weylandsdottir
Thorra Weylandsdottir, an Asatruar who has worked with amber both artistically and spiritually, will discuss the significance of this beloved gem to various paths. Also covered in this workshop are healing practices and tests you can do to be sure the amber you purchased is real.

Energy Healing, based on the principles of Healing Touch Presented by Tyla Dragonfly
This workshop is a brief overview of energy techniques for healing, including ethics and basic principles of energy healing. Energy sensing exercises and two practical techniques will be taught. Tyla is an R.N. who has used energy and massage in pediatric nursing for over ten years. The techniques taught in this workshop are for use with adults and teenagers. Family and friends can share the use of these techniques for relaxation, and energy balancing. Bring a chair, and a pendulum (or something hung on a string or chain) and come prepared to have a fun and relaxing time of it!

Deconstructing the Witch Presented by Skip Clark
Ever wonder why witches ride brooms, wear blackhats, are green and have warts? Come to this workshop and find out. We’ll look at thease stereotypes and others. Dr. Skip Clatk is a medieval historian with numerous publications and paper presentations at scholarly and Pagan festivals and a regular at PhoenixPhamily events.

Body Goddess Presented by Dawn
Body Goddess is painting the body and pressing the painting into a cloth. It is a representation of the Goddess within. This art will make up the privacy curtain for the Crones' Circle. Crones only, see Ardy. Schedule before Crone Circle, afternoon, at the Deck.

Friendship Bracelets Presented by Dawn & Hannah
Making friendship bracelets.

History and Anatomy of the Drum Circle Presented by Freedom
A participatory workshop on the comparison and analysis of the drum circle, with special attention focused on the US with comparisons to other cultural examples around the world. We will compare and contrast forms and philosophies of such drum circles as “Traditional”, “Celebration”, “Pagan”, “Rainbow” and “inner city”.

Storytelling as History, Teaching and Healing Presented by Elspeth
Throughout human existence, information has been carried in the memories of the people. Part of understanding illness, for instance, is seeing it as part of myth and story. All of us, especially children, learn from stories. As we build community once again, we need to revive these skills. (Possible 2 part class)

Retroactive Rites of Passage Presented by Elspeth
Most of us missed our puberty rites. Many of us have passed other landmark occasions without fully honoring them- deaths, births, divorces, first job/house/car, gains and losses in life. Is it too late? Let’s talk about possibilities. Bring paper and pencil.

Silly Songs Presented by Elspeth
Forget your dignity. Come sing. No training needed. This is an excellent workshop for parents and children together. (But you don't have to bring a child to attend)

Be Responsible for Your Mouth Presented by Elspeth
Words are majik – powerful majik. And we speak them freely. What are your words doing as they pass from your mouth to someone’s ears? This class will consider some of the uses (and misuses) of the power of speech.

Meals will be catered by our Staff Kitchen. Meal tickets are $60.00 for the entire event. Meals served are Wednesday Dinner, three meals on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and a Sunday Brunch. Pay as you go meals are available, but the food is purchased based on the number of meals presold, and presold meal tickets eat first. We will have a limited vegetarian menu. If you have special dietary needs, please plan on preparing your own meals.
Fires will be allowed at your campsite only in approved areas and with approval from Safety; however, wood is not available at the site, so we recommend you bring your camp stove, or your own wood.

Drum Circle Blessing Ritual
To honor the joys and sorrows of the past, to express the hope for the future, and to celebrate being back among Phamily, these are the goals of this Blessing. All members of the Phoenix Phyre Phamily are asked to come and participate as feasible. Bring Drums, or Horns, Flutes or Guitar, Tambourine, Cymbals, Banjos, Whistles, or just your Voice. Dance if you can, Clap along or just sit and Watch, what ever your ability allows. There is room and a place for all in this Celebration.

The All Souls Social Costume Ball
Calling all Goblins, Ghosts, Witches, Druids and Pagans of all Paths!!!! Put on your finest Pagan wear, your dancing shoes, and be ready for a howlin’ good time!! We’re brewin’ up a whale of a party with music by Shining Wheel Pagan Chorus and Doss*Millard*Kelso.
We’ll have a photographer available onsite, so there will be an opportunity to have a photo of yourself - at a minimal cost - in all your ghoulish best!
The friday social brings toether elements of the finest in pagan community. Music, Dancing, Costumes, and social interaction. Wear your finest pagan outfits, or your coolest costume, or find a bit of glitter that appeals to you and dress in that.... help decorate the pavillion during the day friday.
Create and be a part of a party that can only happen when a bunch of Pagans get together!


Honoring Ritual
Did you, or someone you know and love, get a promotion, graduate from something, have a Rite of Passage, get initiated or elevated, join the military, have a baby, get handfasted, or experience any other momentous event in life that you wish to have Honored and Recognized? Have you had a loved friend or family member pass into Summerland? We have set aside this time for such Honoring and Recognition before Bardic Circle. Please come and share your special event or your special person, and allow your phamily to join you in Recognition.

Bardic Circle
Our community is enormously talented. Virtually every pagan we have met has a muse on their shoulder. Bardic circle is an acknowledgment of the older times when, around the campfire or at the hearth, the community comes together to sing, dance and tell stories. Please come and share of yourself on Thursday evening in the Ritual Circle

Fire Dancing & Drumming Every Night
Our community is blessed with some of the best late night drumming and dancing that can be found in the community. All drummers, all dancers, all chanters are welcome. Our hearts sing together in joy and love.

Early Setup
Billie has offered to discount early arrivals for $15.00/night per person. There is an additional $5.00 per day for electric, per site. If you wish to set up early you should be aware that no festival camps, including Merchant booths will be set up until after noon on Tuesday, April 4th.

Cameras
We don’t want to inhibit your enjoyment and we must take steps to protect our community. Proper identification will be required and everyone with cameras/video equipment will be issued a special armband which must be worn at all times. Anyone observed with a camera/video equipment and without the proper armband will leave the festival, and/or have the camera confiscated and the images destroyed, at the descretion of the Event Coordinator. So please! don’t loan your camera/video equipment to anyone “for a quick shot”. Your cooperation is valued and your sensitivity is necessary for a happy festival experience for everyone.

New Friends and Old Join the phamily in April this year

Donald Michael Kraig

Born in Chicago and raised in Los Angeles, Don’s early life was one conservative Judaism, which to him meant be good to others, attend religious services and everything else will turn our okay. Just before his Bar Mitzvah, however, one of the Rabbis at his temple demonstrated to Don some of the techniques of Judaism which were more mystical in nature. Thus began a search for the inner truths of life that has lasted over three decades.
Don has received a B.A. in philosophy from UCLA and has studied music there and at other colleges and universities He has performed musically at major venues in Southern California and, playing keyboards in rock bands, has opened for such diverse acts as Elton John and Great White. Recently he received a fellowship to USC where he received a certificate in multimedia, 3D graphics and animation and web design. He went on to work for major computer software companies and teach computers at USC.

Don is a Certified Tarot Master, an honor bestowed upon him after intense study by The Associated Readers Of Tarot, a not-for-profit, international, educational organization. Later he was awarded the rank of Certified Tarot Grandmaster. He is an ordained minister and holds a Certificate in Clinical Hypnotherapy. Don was the Editor-in-Chief of The Llewellyn New Times (now renamed New Worlds) for three years and FATE magazine, America’s longest-established magazine (over 40 years). He was the editor for Llewellyn’s on-line journal, found at www.llewellynjournal.com and is now an editor for New Worlds. He even had a radio show, “The FATE Magazine Radio Hour.”

Don has been a member of several metaphysical and magical organizations. After ten years of personal study and practice he began to teach classes in the Southern California area on such topics as Kabalah, Tantra, Tarot, magick, psychic development, psychic self-defence and Wicca. Over the next ten years he refined his teaching style. He took his most popular classes, expanded on them and refined them into what has become Modern Magick, the first step-by-step coursebook in ceremonial magick. Almost 600 pages in length, the book is arranged into 11 time-tested lessons. It explains such subjects as magick, Kabalah, Tarot, Tantra, talismans, reincarnation, sex magick, pathworking and much more in a clear, easy-to-understand and easy-to-use manner.

Author of Tarot & Magick, Modern Sex Magick, Magician’s Workbook, and Magical Diary, in addition to Modern Magick, Don now lives in Venice Beach, California, and teaches workshops both internationally and all over the U.S. He is studying for a doctorate in clinical hypnotherapy.

Patricia Telesco

Trish Telesco is the mother of three, wife, chief human to 5 pets, and a full-time professional author with more than 40 metaphysical books on the market.

While her actual Wiccan education was originally self-trained and self-initiated, she later received initiation into the Strega tradition of Italy, which gives form and fullness to the folk magic Trish practices. Her strongest beliefs lie in following personal vision, being tolerant of other traditions, making life an act of worship, and being creative so that magic grows with you.

Trish has appeared on several television segments, including one for Sightings on multi-cultural divination systems. Trish maintains a strong, visible presence in metaphysical journals including Circle Network News, and on the internet through popular web sites like The Witches Voice, her home page located at www.loresinger.com, and various appearances on internet chats and bbs boards.

Elspeth of Haven

Teacher, counselor, and Crone-on-the-Road, Elspeth is cofounder of the Haven Community, and proponent of the Haven Way, an eco-spiritual path of personal and planetary transformation. It is her strong belief that we are all healers, and that healing is our evolutionary mission.

Nybor of Haven

Nybor has been creating artistic masterpieces for the last 50 years and sold his first piece of art at the age of six. He has owned and operated art studios in Minneapolis and New York City and is renowned for his black and white science fiction art, including book and magazine covers and interiors.

Scarlett Ross
Scarlett Ross is a teacher, seeker, dreamer and Southern kitchen witch who cherishes a life of dreams and happiness with her husband, young son, cat, family, and spiritual community. Scarlett travels throughout the Southeast discussing her books (“Nostradamus for Dummies”, “Dreams of the Goddess” and “Spells: An Anthology”) and sharing her personal spiritual path, including workshops on personal divinity, dreams and spirituality, and women’s spirituality. Indigo Village, Inc.,a non-profit, non-religious New Age educational group, has become a focus for Scarlett as she concentrates on moving education into a new paradigm.

Doss*Millard*Kelso - DMK

Expect the Dreamtrybe songs you love!

Keyboardist Ginger Doss and bassist Lynda Millard are a double vocal harmonic powerhouse with a mix of influences. Their long-term partnership started with forming the all-female progrock band, Velvet Hammer, with Dana Davis, Katrina Lassberg, and later, Robin Beacham. Later, the duo formed Dreamtrybe with the addition of Lynda’s son, Tabber.

This newest evolution combines the talents of these former members of Dreamtrybe, Lynda and Ginger, combined with the rich voice of Bebeca Kelso to play some old favorites and some new, in an intimate acoustic setting with the help of some of our community’s best drummers.

Shining Wheel Pagan Chorus

Pagan music fans who like rock, pop, reggae, gospel, funk, blues, or any combination of these styles, will hear music that will satisfy them.

The eclectic Clearwater, Florida-based band, who have toured the southeast and whose first CD, Chants of Balance, has been highly acclaimed in PanGaia, NewWitch, and Circle Sanctuary magazines, will perform Friday, April 7th. The band’s songs are written by its members, whose main goal with their music is to share the energy of the God andGoddess.

Samples of their music can be heard at www.cdbaby.com/shiningwheel. They are currently in the studio working on their second CD, and several of the new songs will be performed, as well as favorites from Chants of Balance, at the PhoenixPhyre concert.

Nighthawk

Nighthawk and the Phoenix Drumtrybe, with maturity and experience, help facilitate drum circles with cohesive rhythms that last long into the night and keep the dancers moving and drummers at the fire. And the circle has been expanded, so ther’s plenty of space for drumming, dancing, and even, if we’re very fortunate, some fire spining!

A Great Festival and Wonderful Friends
Hello, all.

Well, last weekend I had my faith in neopaganism restored. That took some doing. After nearly 25 years on this path, I'm often disillusioned by the silliness, guillibillity or half-assed behavior of many folks rallied 'neath the Pagan banner. (Halloween/ Samhain this year was a sterling example of why.) For so many people, Paganism seems to be an excuse to wear black and vent their persecution complexes.

Not last weekend.

Attending AutumnMeet (http://www.phoenixfestivals.com/), I was struck by the sheer coolness and comfortable sense of community I encountered. My eight-hour road trip passed more quickly than I would have expected, and was enlivened by a vast selection of CD's(*) and a cute trio of playful kids in a convertible. Arriving Thursday night as publicist and roadie for my beloved friend Sooj (www.skinneywhitechick.com) and her equally-beloved partner K, I got to the site right behind them - quite a feat considering that we were coming from different parts of the country at the time! In the dark, we set up our tents and went off to meet folks and dance.



Now, dancing has been a risky proposition for me these last few weeks. Three weekends ago, I strained something in my right knee while dancing. Not wanting a limp (or worse) for the rest of my life, I've been wearing a knee brace ever since(**) and taking things easy. Even so, I was not going to attend a Pagan festival and not dance! The brace held, as did my knee, and all was good with the world. The drummers were far better than your average hippies-banging-in-a-circle, but for that evening things were fairly subdued... in comparison to the coming storm, anyway. Having spent all day on the road, Sooj, K and I crashed fairly early on. I slept more easily than I had expected to sleep, and passed a restful slumber in my tent alone.

Next morning, I got up in search of breakfast (which was provided by the wonderful Hearth Mistress Zephyr). Encountering my old friends from Emerald Rose, I hung with them for a while and started to meet new folks. The rising of Sooj and K and the arrival of Trish Telesco began a day of hanging out, poi-spinning practice and relaxed friendship. There was a hot tub and a very cold pool, both of which I enjoyed. For the most part, though, I spent a lot of time just watching people and was refreshed by what I saw.

In many Pagan gatherings I've seen, there's a lot of posturing, silly behavior, cheesy "craft names" and moral pretension matched only by a complete lack of substance. At AutumnMeet, though, the group was obviously a functioning community, filled with spirit and discipline. Everyone had responsibilities, and for the most part (as far as I could see) those duties were handled with a minimum of melodrama. True affection came through in most interactions I observed, tempered with respect. Not just a gathering, AutumnMeet was a community.

Most astonishing, however, were the kids. Many Pagan-raised children I've met have been utter shits, either indulged to the point of obscenity ("Oh, I don't believe in stifling little Nightshade's spirit!") or utterly neglected ("Little Thorr can take care of himself!"). The kids at AutumnMeet were neither. Strong, vital reflections of what neopagan ideals can accomplish, this handful of boys and girls was spirited yet respectful to themselves, one another, the adults and their surroundings. Sure, they were kids - yelling and running and tussling with one another - but they were very cool kids. In three days, I never saw the kind of emotional pyrotechnics or raw selfishness that one takes for granted (though we shouldn't!) in children in general and Pagan children in particular. These kids spun poin and fire, danced with true grace, played games with one another and conversed as near-equals with adults. To a one, they were smart, refined and aware. If this is what modern Pagan ideals can achieve, there may still be hope for our path.

In short, among both adults and kids I saw that much-vaunted phrase "family values" in practice. I doubt Ralph Reed would approve of the religion behind those values, but damn was it good to see that Christians don't have as exclusive a hold on that concept as many of them believe.

An interesting and exciting line-up!

Healing Rhythms Presented by Kristin Madden
For millennia, humans have used rhythm for communication, celebration, ritual, and healing. Healing rhythms create a non-verbal energy that guides our bodies, minds, and spirits back into balance. And they are just plain fun! In this workshop, Kristin will introduce you to the shamanic practice of rhythmic healing, encouraging you to develop a personal relationship with the drum and rattle. Join us for a fully hands-on experience. Learn to use rhythm to create sacred space, explore the otherworlds, connect with spirit allies, and effect healing for yourself and others.

Deathwalking Presented by Kristin Madden
Throughout time and across the globe, communities have looked to their shamans to guide both living and departed through the death process and beyond. Join us for a first-hand look at what happens when the physical body dies and the spirit moves into the other worlds. Listen to the stories of psychopompic journeys. Expect to examine your own beliefs and discuss rites of passage that will truly touch your soul.

Finding your Inner Muse Presented by Kristin Madden
Do you believe you are creative? Does your creativity manifest in myriad or unique ways? Do you sometimes need some help breaking through blocks? If you ever wanted to hear the voice of your Muse more clearly, join us for a fully interactive workshop designed to jump start your creative process and get those wonderful juices flowing. Be prepared to explore your own beliefs and take a short inspirational walk.

Empowering Pagan Kids and their Families Presented by Kristin Madden
Discussion group on practical ways to connect pagan youth to pagan peers and other support groups, empower them to live with honor and integrity as pagans, and handle the challenges life can throw at you with grace.

Magical Kids Presented by Kristin Madden
Our children enter this world possessed of great magical abilities and deep connections to the world of spirit. All we need do is support and encourage these innate talents and pagan young people will not lose them as they grow up, like too many people do. Join us to explore these abilities and the many ways we can encourage their development. Bring your parents or your kids and be ready to partner up to play psychic games.

Survivors of Incest Anonymous Presented by Jean & Kate Davis
A 12-step meeting conducted by survivors for discussion of issues and the 12 steps to recovery and support. Materials provided by the National Organization.

At the Phoenix Phyre Crones’ Dance, Lady Elspbeth proposed that we offer a
new ritual at Phoenix festivals. The concept was blessed by Wade and our
lead Crone, Ardy. The sad news is, Elpsbeth will not be at Autumn Meet
because she is healing from surgery. The good news is, Elspeth will be with
us in spirit and wants us go forward with this ritual.

What is this special ritual? Well, many of us were never offered the
opportunity to celebrate occasions in our life that were eventful and
deserving of acknowledgment. With the help and support of the Crones and
Sages, there will be a Rite of Passage ritual on Thursday night, 3rd of
November, to acknowledge those special occasions that you missed. This Rite
of Passage is to ritually recognize and celebrate life-altering experiences,
or accomplishments, from the distant, or recent, past and includes puberty,
birth, death, marriage, divorce, croning/saging, or even first job, house or
car. This is not intended to replace other Rites of Passage offered by the
Crones or Sages, but instead are focused on those missed and never
acknowledged.

Remember - no glass!
Please bring non-breakable containers for your beverages.


Staff Camp is Open, Please feel free to drop in and say Hi! We’ll be at a different location this fall and wait ‘til you see how we’ve gussied up! Everyone is welcome, at any time - especially if you have lovely things to eat or drink. :-)

Drum Camp, too, is open and all are welcome - but probably not until afternoon!

The Ritual Fire is a SACRED FIRE, and the heart of our community. Please do not throw trash, cigarette butts, etc.. into the Community’s Heart!

There is a new Smoking Policy - smoking is not permitted in the Sacred Ritual Circle, or under any Roof.

The site is not dry, but we ask you to drink responsibly.

Also, please be mindful of our Elders and make room for them around the Ritual Fire


Workshops

Over 40 workshops will be presented during the gathering beginning Wednesday afternoon and carried through Saturday.
We are running multiple adult tracks, a teen track, and a child's track. The workshop presenters and their workshops will be listed on our web site. We are focusing on children and teen workshops . Although we will have a wide variety of workshops, we are requesting workshops that cater particularly to the next generation. "Bringing up your Pagan Child" type workshops for our young parents would be particularly appreciated. This is our future!

Airport Transportation, Gate Hours

Airport Transportation

Remember: If you’re flying in, you need to book into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). We will be making two airport runs : on Wednesday, Nov. 2nd, at about 3:00 P.M. and on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 6th, after Closing Ritual. Please contact us at 904-674-0607 if you need a ride. We may have other options available closer to the festival dates.

Arrival and Departure
We would prefer you stayed on site, lending your presence and energy to the village, but outside obligations sometimes prevent us from being here the whole event and if you find you must come and go,

The gate hours are:
Wed. November 2 - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Thu. November 3 - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Fri. November 4 - 9:00 am - 11:00 PM
Sat. November 5 - 9:00 am - 8:00 PM
Sun. November 6 - 9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Costs, Group Rates and our Work/Study Program

Pricing

The AutumnMeet full five day registration is $85.00 until 8/15/05, $95.00 from 9/15/05 until 10/15/05, and $105.00 at the Gate for persons age 16 yrs. old and older. Children and Young Adults ages 3 - 15 are $10.00 and children under 3 are free.

Weekend passes are is $65.00 until 8/15/05, $75.00 from 9/15/05 until 10/15/05, and $85.00 at the Gate for persons age 16 yrs. old and older. Weekend Passes are good for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Day-passes are $25.00 and will only be sold at the Gate. The passes are available for Thursday, Friday or Saturday only, and are good from 9 AM until Midnight on that day.
Pre-registration closes on October 15th, 2005.

Group Rates
Groups of ten or more may receive a $10.00 discount per adult registration if everyone registers together. Send in your group registration, all in one mailing or online, and receive $10.00 off per adult registration! Please send one check or money order, or if online, use a single credit card and save. Extra shopping money! We can all use more shopping money........

Work / Study Program
In the past there have been individuals who needed to attend the festivals but were financially unable to attend. This program is set up so that those who need to attend, can. Contact Dianne for information concerning the work/study program at 904-674-0607 for more information. (Quickly please, though, as the scholarships go FAST, typically less than 30 days.)

Early Setup, Camera Policy & Meal Tickets and Cooking

Early Setup
Billie has offered to discount early arrivals for $15.00/night per person. There is an -additional $5.00 per day for electric, per site. If you wish to set up early you should be aware that no festival camps will be set up until after noon on Tuesday, November 1st.

Cameras
We will again be registering cameras and video equipment at AutumnMeet 2005. We realize that many of you wish to record your memories of friends and events. We don’t want to inhibit your enjoyment and we must take steps to protect our community. It was determined that the best solution to accommodate all concerned is to register cameras /video equipment at the Registration Booth upon entry. Proper identification will be required and everyone with cameras/video equipment will be issued a special armband which must be worn at all times. Anyone observed with a camera/video equipment and without the proper armband will be asked to leave the festival. So please! don’t loan your camera/video equipment to anyone “for a quick shot”. Your cooperation is valued and your sensitivity is necessary for a happy festival experience for everyone.

Meal Tickets and Cooking
Meals will be catered by our Staff Kitchen. Meal tickets are $60.00 for the entire event. With this small increase in cost, we can serve more interesting meals with more variety, although we still can’t do “short order” type cooking. Meals served are Wednesday Dinner, three meals on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and a Sunday Brunch. Pay as you go meals are not available. We will have a limited vegetarian menu. If you have special dietary needs, please plan on preparing your own meals.

Fires will be allowed at your campsite only in approved areas and with approval from Safety; however, wood is not available at the site, so we recommend you bring your camp stove, or your own wood.

These are some of the merchants and shops who have supported us by carrying our Registration information and/or linking to us to promote Phoenix Festivals. We are greatly appreciative! Please stop by a shop in your area and let them know you heard about them here.

If you are planning on vending at AutumnMeet, please register very soon! We are filling up rapidly!

Merchanting
The merchant fee for this gathering is $25.00 per 10 ft. x 10 ft. space. Multiple merchant spaces may be purchased; contact us directly if you need a larger area. We list Merchants on the Website; if you include the URL to your Website, we will link to you.

We will be repeating the "Craft Demos" for demonstrating the manufacture or creation of your wares. There has been a decline in the number of merchants who offer "Craft Demo's" of late. This is sad. You are depriving yourself and our community of a chance to demonstrate your product, and remember that Workshops are community service too!
The number of merchant sites are limited and are "First Come, First Served." There are only 25 sites available for rent to merchants and it is important to note that we generally close Merchant registrations 2 1/2 weeks into registration. Merchant sites usually fill very rapidly.
Be sure to read the merchant registration form and fill it out clearly and completely.

Merchants are required to have fire extinguishers displayed on the outside of their booths (bungie cords work great!). They cost around $7.00-$8.00 (at Walmart) and if yours gets used, we will refill or replace it at our option.

There will be an additional $20.00 per site for electricity. The good news, however, is that we anticipate NO difficulties with electrical service at Hidden River.

The days are filled with activities and phamily sharing.
Wednesday evening:

Opening Ritual and Drum Circle Blessing
8:00 PM
Ritual Circle
Presented by Staff
Opening Ritual sets the boundaries of our village, setting aside our entire festival site as sacred space.
The central point of Opening Ritual is lighting the sacred fire. This Ritual fire symbolizes our community, and is kept burning throughout the event. Please bring Percussion, Wind and String instruments. Chanters and dancers are also needed. This ritual will bring into our Drum Circle the Elements of Air, Fire, Water and Earth to join us in our music and dance. Come prepared to feel the blessings of sound, fire, movement, comrades and Earth. We will ask that they watch over this place of gathering, to enrich each of our experiences, to guard our trances, and give strength to our drummers and dancers. We will celebrate the gifts of the Elements by partaking of their manifest forms as we dance, drum, and chat the nights away. Fill us with the joy of Phamily, and blessings of Community
You may notice that we don’t take down the circle and thank the quarters at the end of opening ritual; this is because we are living in sacred space for the entire event.

Thursday evening:

Honoring Ritual 7:15 PM
Ritual Circle
Facilitated by Ardy
Did you, or someone you know and love, get a promotion, graduate from something, have a Rite of Passage, get initiated or elevated, join the military, have a baby, get handfasted, or experience any other momentous event in life that you wish to have Honored and Recognized? Have you had a loved friend or family member pass into Summerland? We have set aside this time for such Honoring and Recognition before Bardic Circle. Please come and share your special event or your special person, and allow your phamily to join you in Recognition.

About AutumnMeet 2005 and Hidden River Resort

Registration for AutumnMeet 2005 is open and will again be held at Hidden River Resort, an 88 acre retreat located on the Florida-Georgia state line between Jacksonville and Lake City, just north of Macclenny, along the banks of the wild and scenic St. Mary’s River. You may wander the many trails, where you may find a secluded glen by a cypress pond; or stroll along the riverbank, sit under a huge old oak and feel the stress flowing away like the cool waters of the meandering St. Mary’s River. There are many camping areas, with electric and without, and RV hookups, with water and electric (a dump station is also available). Remember, though, this is THE WILD! All animals you encounter in the woods should be considered wild and dangerous. Do not attempt to approach, pet or feed them. You may also encounter poisonous plants or reptiles in your strolls. Nature has created pitfalls on the grounds - holes, fallen trees, etc. Be careful!! An alligator is in residence in the river - at last sighting it was about 5’.
Our Featured Guests include Ivo Dominguez, Jr., Nybor and Elspeth, and Kristin Madden. Our Featured Musicians are Emerald Rose and S. J. “Skinny White Chick” Tucker. Meals will be provided by our Staff Kitchen and we have four scholarships available for Kitchen Help. Please contact us at 904-674-0607 or info@phoenixfestivals.com if you’re interested in being a kitchen slave.

--- Wade and Dianne

Back by popular demand - Emerald Rose and S.J. "Skinny White Chick" Tucker!

Emerald Rose

Emerald Rose as a musical group came together sometime in 1996, with our first “official” performance on St. Patrick’s Day 1997. We were friends first, working together on projects that varied from landscaping and stonemasonry to the study of ancient religions. At night, we’d play Magic:The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, or other such creative pastimes, and gradually we found a synergy in our musical interests. Though our styles and backgrounds were diverse, we all shared a love for our ancestors’ Celtic traditions, and a desire to see this musical heritage grow, thrive and evolve.

Emerald Rose is many things, a blend of musical style that’s evolving in ways even we can’t always anticipate. From Celtic tradition, to modern ballad, to folk, pop, rock & roll and even zany chicken songs...who know’s what’s coming next? We all just hope it continues to be as entertaining to you as it is to us!


S.J. Tucker

S. J. “Skinny White Chick” Tucker is a successfully selling artist with CD Baby and PaganMusic.com, recognized for her musical endeavors by TheBestFemaleMusicians.com, GoGirlsMusic.com, WebCDs.com, and FemMuse.com. She sings from the heart and to the soul. Her lyrics are powerful and her music, ethereal. Cultivating a folk sound, Tucker has a voice in a million -- powerful, hypnotic, untamed and yet utterly controlled. She sings from the gut, but hers is a trained instrument. S. J. has a new album, “Tangles” which had its official release on July 5th. It’s pretty, it’s slightly slicker than ‘Haphazard’, and a Memphis Pagan artist did the cover art. Sound clips are up: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/sjtucker2

Here's more information on our wonderful line-up of guest speakers this fall.

Ivo Dominguez

Ivo Dominguez, Jr. is a writer, an artist, a visionary, and a practitioner of many esoteric disciplines. He has been active in Wicca and the Neo-Pagan community since 1978, and has been teaching a broad range of topics since 1982 including Astrology, Magick, and Qabala. He has been published in numerous periodicals and is the author of Castings: The Creation of Sacred Space, Of Spirits: The Book Of Rowan, and Beneath The Skins. He is also one of the creative forces behind A Dream Whose Time Is Coming an audio CD of 21 chants for rituals and devotional ceremonies.

Author, bard and polytheologian for over thirty years, Ivo has coined much of the vocabulary and articulated many of the issues that have shaped the rapidly growing Neopagan community in the United States and Canada. As an author, a singer-songwriter, and a “spellbinding” speaker, he has educated, enlightened and entertained modern Goddess worshippers, nature mystics, and followers of other minority belief systems / researchers. Articulate, witty, yet scholarly, he is currently writing books on Druidism, Witchcraft, liturgical design, and polytheology.

Kristin Madden

Kristin Madden is a homeschooling mom and wildlife rehabilitator. Dean of Ardantane’s School of Shamanic Studies, she is the author of several books, including The Book of Shamanic Healing and Pagan Parenting. A Druid and tutor in the Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids, Kristin is also a member of the Druid College of Healing.
Raised in a shamanic home of spiritual explorers, Kristin has had ongoing experience and training in both Eastern and Western mystic paths since 1972. Her work has appeared in journals throughout North American and Europe and she has been a guest on radio and television shows in the US and Canada.

November 2 - 6, 2005
Held at Hidden River Resort
Just North of Jacksonville, FL near Maclenny, FL.
Hidden River Resort is an 88 acre facility located 16 miles north of Maclenny in northeast Florida. (it's 39 miles from the I-95/I-10 intersection in downtown Jacksonville.) The Site features Hot Showers (4 indoor and 2 outdoor) with a small hot tub attached, swimming pool, a 30 x 60 stage, a 20 x 40 pavillion, decks, and 15 full (with septic) RV hookups, and 11 power/water hookups. The Property is neat, clean, and the facilities are solidly constructed (We will not ever overload the power on this site, I suspect) and we will have plenty of room to grow. PhoenixPhyre 2004 was our first festival held on the new property, and it met our needs very well. We can look forward to a wonderful festival on an incredible property.

The Registration package in PDF format is available from the Downloads section

Guest Speakers:

Ivo Domenguez
Steve and Lisa Dugas
Freedom
Elspeth
Kristin Madden
Nybor
Nighthawk and the Phoenix Festival Drummers

Special Musical Guests:
Emerald Rose and S.J.Tucker
Event highlights

* Opening Ritual and the Blessing of the Drum Circle Wed. Night
* Drumming and Dancing by the Ritual Fire every night
* Honoring and Memorial on Thursday Evening
* Bardic Circle on Thursday Evening
* Emerald Rose and S.J.Tucker perform at the "All Souls Social" Costume Ball on Friday Night
* Main Ritual on Saturday Night
* Lunch and Dinner activities

Events thoughout the Festival

* Over 40 workshops and lectures will be presented throughout the weekend
* The Crones will be available thoughout the event in the Coffee house for conselling and Newbie 101 workshops. I have long held that our elders were a source of wisdom and understanding that had gone untapped, and I trust this will be but the first step in turning our festival gathering into the Village ideal we have attempted to attain over the years.
* Merchants will be offering their wares every day
* A dedicated Poi/Fire spinning section next to the Main ritual Circle is planned to allow those Fire-focused individuals to practice and perform their art in a safe space
* Tribal Council - Crafting your Phamily Festival
* Pagan Council - Empowering our Elders

The Main Ritual will rid each person (who makes an effort to participate freely) of things they no longer wish to have in their lives such as things that cause them pain or disharmony, bad habits, lack of confidence, problems, etc., and replace the space those things took in the spirit and in the body and daily lives with positivity, love, prosperity, strength, power and being able to tap the source of universal energy that is available to all of us. The goal is for them to FEEL their power of goodness and beauty, ending things negative or no longer of use to them and offering them rebirth of what they want in their lives.

Giving and receiving is an essential part of the ritual so those putting it on should give wonderful gifts to all the participants prior to the ritual. All participants should be encouraged to use their own words and should not be given scripts to memorize. No one who asks to be in the ritual should be left out. That is an important part of the ritual. It is another form of giving and allowing.

Prior to the procession, paint will be made available in the pavilion (or for vendors who cannot leave their booths, paint will be taken to them for their convenience). Everyone will be asked to decorate themselves with images of strength and power and boldness: things that would be meant to frighten “the enemy” which is any thing that could work against them in any way (such as poverty, pain, illness, hurt, etc.).

To new frinds and to old friends and to the Flower Fairies (Kaylin)I want to say thank you. I came to Festival late, heartsore and weary and you made me laugh again. I am humbled by the love and peace that you gave me and by the joy that you all reminded me of.

I thank you all with all my heart. I have come home again.

Notice and Reminder: Glass containers/cups/mugs are not allowed on the property. Please select plastic, metal or other unbreakable/shatter resistant containers

Merchant Spaces are Sold Out
Electrial Hookups are Sold Out
Non - Hookup RV Spaces Remaning: 13
Tenting Spaces Remaning: >300

March 23rd - 27th, 2005
Held at Hidden River Resort
Just North of Jacksonville, FL near Maclenny, FL.
Hidden River Resort is an 88 acre facility located 16 miles north of Maclenny in northeast Florida. (it's 39 miles from the I-95/I-10 intersection in downtown Jacksonville.) The Site features Hot Showers (4 indoor and 2 outdoor) with a small hot tub attached, swimming pool, a 30 x 60 stage, a 20 x 40 pavillion, decks, and 15 full (with septic) RV hookups, and 11 power/water hookups. The Property is neat, clean, and the facilities are solidly constructed (We will not ever overload the power on this site, I suspect) and we will have plenty of room to grow. PhoenixPhyre 2004 was our first festival held on the new property, and it met our needs very well. We can look forward to a wonderful festival on an incredible property.

Guest Speakers and Performers:

• Dana Davis
• Ivo Dominguez (Cancelled)
• Dreamtrybe
• Steve Dugas and Lisa Dugas
• Elspeth
• Maya Heath
• Dorothy Morrison
• Nighthawk and the Phoenix Phamily Drumtrybe
• Nybor
• Reunion
• Spiral Rhythm
• Patricia Telesco
• S.J. "Skinny White Chick" Tucker

• Opening Ritual and the Blessing of the Drum Circle Wed. Night
• Drumming and Dancing by the Ritual Fire every night
• Bardic Circle on Thursday Evening
• Dana Davis, Dreamtrybe and "Skinny White Chick" perform under the Pavillion at the "All Souls Social" Costume Ball on Friday Night.
• Main Ritual on Saturday Night
• Lunch and Dinner activities

• Over 40 workshops and lectures will be presented throughout the weekend
• Auction and Raffle
• The Crones will be available thoughout the event in the Coffee house for conselling and Newbie 101 workshops. I have long held that our elders were a source of wisdom and understanding that had gone untapped, and I trust this will be but the first step in turning our festival gathering into the Village ideal we have attempted to attain over the years.
• Merchants will be offering their wares every day
• The new merchant space was a hit, and we'll do it again!
• A dedicated Poi/Fire spinning section next to the Main ritual Circle is planned to allow those Fire-focused individuals to practice and perform their art in a safe space
• the Merchantile / Bookstore / Coffee house will be open for the event!
• Tribal Council - Crafting your Phamily Festival - Sunday morning
• Pagan Council - Empowering our Elders - Saturday at Noon

The workshops are all in and are very exciting!

Can we talk about the Change of Life? Presented by Ardeith of Dragonwood
Can we mention "menopause" in mixed company?
I think we should because some 38 million women will be making that Change in the next few years.
Let's talk about what you can expect during this time, and how you can cope with it.
Why should men be interested in this? Because you either live with women, work with women, or are the sons and brothers of women; and because those women are going to go through changes that will have an impact on your