Introduction from the author: When Calafia asked me to serve as Public Information Officer for the local council, I thought it would be fun to write a column as a way of sharing news and information I gather throughout the year. What's Brewing is the result. It is my hope to provide you with a brief overview of what is currently brewing in the Wiccan community, and when possible, point you toward sites where you can obtain further information. I'll be awarding from one to five wands to those mentioned in my column who are Wiccan-friendly. The others will be the recipients of anywhere from one to five toads. We plan to update the column on a regular basis, so please visit us again soon.

Posthumous Exoneration for Family Accused of Witchcraft: 
A recent article in the San Diego Tribune reported on families in Salem, Mass. who are pressuring lawmakers to exonerate their ancestors, people accused and sentenced to death for practicing Witchcraft. In 1957, the Legislature approved a resolution that exonerated some of those accused as witches. Three hundred years after their execution, descendents of Susannah Martin, Bridget Bishop, Alice Parker, Margaret Scott, and Wilmot Redd, want their ancestor's names added to the resolution.
     I'm shaking my wand in the direction of the lawmakers in Salem, Mass., hoping they'll agree to set the records straight. About time!

Pagan Décor: 
Two waves of the wand go to HGTV for their article on 'decorating using the elements of nature'. Gosh, I've been doing this for years. Pagan décor is becoming popular, I guess. If you'd like a little inspiration on ways to bring nature indoors, take a quick look: http://www.hgtv.com/HGTV/project/0,1158,DEID_project_26263,FF.html.

Raven's Loft Events: 
On Friday, June 15th, from 8:00 to 10:00pm, author Raven Grimassi will lead a guided meditation in which participants have the opportunity to connect with totem animals. Cost is $15.
     On June 20, 7:00 - 9:00pm, join them for a Summer Solstice Observance and Potluck with special musical guests, Crystal Vibrations. No cost, but donations are appreciated. Please call Stephanie or Marni at (760) 746-5636 for more information.

Starcrafts Events: 
Author Raven Grimassi will be signing his latest book, Beltane, on Sunday, June 3rd, 2-4pm. Don't miss this special event.

Lady Diana
Lady Diana, HPS of Misty Vale Coven, is the current Public Information Officer for Calafia, local chapter of CoG. She teaches an ongoing series of Wiccan classes at Starcrafts in San Diego. You can contact her at mistyvale@home.com or visit the Misty Vale website at http://members.home.com/mpadilla

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