The Village Grimoire Reminder: Ask a Witch: Symbols, Sigils & Runes is Wednesday, July 8th Join me for this month’s Ask a Witch as we uncover the meanings behind symbols, sigils, and runes, explore their magikcal uses, and discover how these ancient markings can deepen your own witchcraft practice. Instead of piecing together bits of information from social media or spending hours working your way through books, I’ll distill the essentials into one engaging hour--giving you a solid foundation...
about 23 hours ago • 1 min read
Issue #84 The Village Grimoire Have you ever noticed the same animal showing up repeatedly? A symbol appearing in unexpected places? A dream image that lingers long after you wake up? You're not alone. Humans have always used symbols to communicate with the unseen, the subconscious, and the sacred. Whether carved into stone, drawn on paper, or carried in the mind, symbols help us connect meaning with intention. Here's a simple symbol awareness practice you can try: Choose one symbol that...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Issue #83 The Village Grimoire Tina and I couldn't get our schedules to match up to take a photo together, but here she is! Small Business Spotlight is a space I created to highlight and celebrate fellow small business owners who are doing meaningful, creative, and community-centered work. As a small business owner myself, I know firsthand how much intention, resilience, and heart it takes to build something from the ground up. These features are shared purely out of support and admiration....
14 days ago • 3 min read
Issue #82 The Village Grimoire I want to share an important update about my Intuitive Coaching container. As of July 31, Intuitive Coaching will be closing. This is not a reflection of it not working. In fact, this container has supported meaningful clarity, expansion, and deep personal shifts for those who’ve stepped into it. I’m grateful for every person I’ve worked with through this structure. This decision is about alignment. My work is evolving, and my focus is moving more fully into...
21 days ago • 1 min read
This is your last call to join my live online Tarot Basics: Mini Class happening on Zoom on June 15 at 6:30pm ET. If you’ve been feeling curious about Tarot but unsure where to start--or you’ve tried reading before and found yourself freezing up mid-pull--this one hour class is designed to change that. We’ll cover the foundational knowledge you actually need so you can move through readings with more clarity, confidence, and intuitive flow. You’ll also learn how to use Tarot as a tool for...
25 days ago • 1 min read
Issue #81 The Village Grimoire Summer Solstice arrives soon, bringing us the longest day of the year and the height of the Sun's power. It's a time of abundance, vitality, confidence, and celebration. As nature reaches its fullest expression, we're invited to recognize the growth, joy, and blessings present in our own lives. A Simple Summer Solstice Ritual: Sun Blessing Bath This gentle ritual is a beautiful way to honor the Sun's energy while taking a moment to rest and recharge. You'll...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Issue #80 The Village Grimoire Even if you’ve never had a Tarot card reading and don’t read the cards yourself, you’ve probably heard of it. Maybe you’ve seen it in a movie or TV show, or passed by a reader at a shop or event. And if you’re on social media and have given the algorithm even the slightest hint that you’re into divination, you’ve definitely seen readers--and “readers” (there is a difference)--slangin’ cards. You may have also heard some Tarot readers say that Tarot is not for...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Welcome, or welcome back, to The Village Grimoire. On the first of each month, I send an email about the upcoming month's offerings hosted by me, Allie Barbera of The Village Witch Haven™. Events and classes are held in Charleston, SC, the Denver, CO area, Massachusetts, or virtually. If you want to unsubcribe from these monthly offerings emails but still receive other The Village Grimoire emails, please reply UNSUBSCRIBE OFFERINGS and I'll update your preferences. June Offerings Ask a Witch:...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
The Village Grimoire Reminder: Ask a Witch:Divination is Tuesday, June 2nd Instead of piecing together information from dozens of books, TikToks, and YouTube videos, this Ask a Witch session brings foundational divination knowledge into one interactive, beginner-friendly space where you can ask questions and get clarity in real time. We’ll explore multiple forms of divination--including Tarot, oracle cards, pendulums, astrology, runes, tea leaf reading, and more--while talking about how...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read