In 2024, the witch holidays will be celebrated with great spirit and enthusiasm. These holidays hold special significance in the Wiccan and pagan community around the world. One of the most prominent witch holidays is Samhain, which falls on October 31st. It marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the darker half of the year. Samhain is considered a time when the veil between the living and the dead is thinnest, and is often associated with honoring ancestors and loved ones who have passed away. It is also a time for divination, reflection, and setting intentions for the coming months.
It is also a time for divination, reflection, and setting intentions for the coming months. Following Samhain is Yule, which is celebrated around the winter solstice on December 21st. It is a time to celebrate the rebirth of the sun and the return of longer days.
Fuse 8 n’ Kate: The Witch Next Door by Norman Bridwell
The final Halloween-inspired episode of October is always a bittersweet time. And once more, pity my sister. I happened to notice that there’s a Clifford the Big Red Dog film out in theaters at the moment and it got me to thinking. Clifford = creator Norman Bridwell. And didn’t Norman Bridwell do a Halloween book of his own once? One that I happened to remember from my own childhood? Alas for Kate, this means that we are doing a THIRD witch and broom-related picture book in a row. I’m in a witch rut! I can only do witches!! Listen to the whole show here on Soundcloud or download it through iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, PlayerFM, or your preferred method of podcast selection.
Show Notes: I like Kate’s theory that the witch wandered into a Manic Panic store and just lifted the first shade of green she was able to see. Particularly since I personally believe that that is also where she got those socks.
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One thing that I do honestly appreciate about my sister is that when she looks at an image like this one, she immediately zeroes in on … the vulture. Hard not to contemplate why it was that Bridwell felt inspired to add it to this illustration.
Kate votes for this to be the scariest image in this book. I like it because it allowed me to make a “dad joke” (How does she smell? Terrible!).
“And then we come to the most scientifically inaccurate picture .” I kind of went down a rabbit hole trying to figure out how bats actually do drink.
Kate has a whole theory with these two, that they’re undercover witches themselves ala The Americans.
We’re still trying to figure out how this solution to angry neighbors applies to your average Home Owner’s Association.
It’s not fancy, but if ever you want to create a Witch Next Door cupcake, here’s the recipe. Kate Recommends: Muppets Haunted Mansion. (By the way, I have a theory that Gonzo is the de facto leader of the Muppets now because he’s the only original cast member still working with the company anymore). Kate also did the Haunted Mansion Game. ” ‘It can’t hurt you’ RAVES Kate Atienza!”
Betsy Recommends: I’ll be writing a lot more about this later this week, but here’s Evanston Public Library’s 101 Great Books for Kids. Filed under: Fuse 8 n' Kate
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Betsy Bird is currently the Collection Development Manager of the Evanston Public Library system and a former Materials Specialist for New York Public Library. She has served on Newbery, written for Horn Book, and has done other lovely little things that she'd love to tell you about but that she's sure you'd find more interesting to hear of in person. Her opinions are her own and do not reflect those of EPL, SLJ, or any of the other acronyms you might be able to name. Follow her on Twitter: @fuseeight.
Hard not to notice that she’s approaching it like a sheriff entering a saloon. Also, someone didn’t pay her parking.
Yule is often marked by the lighting of a Yule log, decorating trees with symbols of nature, and sharing feasts with loved ones. It is a time of warmth, renewal, and hope for the future. As the year progresses, the witch holiday Beltane is celebrated on May 1st. Beltane is a celebration of fertility, abundance, and the coming of summer. It is a time when the earth is awakening, and rituals often involve dancing around the Maypole, decorating with vibrant flowers, and creating bonfires to bring good fortune and protection. Finally, the last witch holiday of 2024 is Lammas, which takes place on August 1st. Lammas is a harvest festival, honoring the first fruits of the season and the efforts put into reaping the rewards of the year's work. It is a time for gratitude, reflection, and sharing the bounties of nature with loved ones. Overall, the witch holidays of 2024 bring a sense of connection with nature, the celebration of cycles and seasons, and the honoring of spiritual traditions. These holidays are a unique opportunity for the witch community to come together, celebrate, and embrace their beliefs and practices..
Reviews for "A Year of Witchcraft: Witch Holidays in 2024"
1. Emily - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "Witch holidays 2024". The storyline was weak and the characters lacked depth. I found it difficult to connect with any of the characters as they were portrayed as one-dimensional and their actions felt unrealistic. The pacing of the book was also off, with some parts feeling rushed and others dragging on for too long. Overall, I didn't enjoy this book as much as I had hoped and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Benjamin - 1/5 - "Witch holidays 2024" was a complete waste of time. The plot was confusing and poorly executed, leaving me feeling frustrated and unsatisfied. The writing was also subpar, with numerous grammatical errors and awkward sentence structures. The characters were uninteresting and poorly developed, making it difficult to care about their journey. I couldn't find any redeeming qualities in this book and regretted picking it up.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - I found "Witch holidays 2024" to be a disappointing read. While the concept of the book was intriguing, the execution fell flat. The writing was lackluster and the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. The pacing was inconsistent, with some chapters dragging on unnecessarily while others skipped over important details. The ending was also unsatisfying and left many loose ends. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for a captivating read.