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:: PAST EVENTS 2009 ::

January 25 3 p.m.
Latina Authors Panel
Los Alamitos/Rossmoor Library
12700 Montecito
Seal Beach, CA. 90740

February 5, 6 pm
Latina Author's Panel
Libreria Martinez
1110 N Main Street
Santa Ana, CA

February 14-15
Pantheacon
San Jose Doubletree Hotel
2050 Gateway Place, San Jose CA
http://www.pantheacon.com

February 19, 6-9 p.m.
Libreria Martinez Grand Re-Opening
Latina Author's Panel
Libreria Martinez
1110 N Main Street
Santa Ana, CA

February 21
Panel Discussion
Girls Scouts Dreams to Reality
Concordia University

March 7
Latina Authors Panel and Booksigning
Latina Leadership Council of the California Community College Conference
Sheraton Universal Hotel
Hollywood, CA
http://www.latina-leadership-network.org/conference.php

March 8
Booksigning in the Tea & Sympathy Booth
Pomona Irish Faire
Pomona Fairplex
Pomona, CA
http://www.fairplex.com/fp/

March 11, 6-8 pm
Teen Book Talk & Signing
Orange Public Library
407 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA
(714) 288-2400
www.cityoforange.org/depts/library/

March 13
Latina Author's Panel
HOPE Woman's Conference
Los Angeles, CA

March 26
Latina Authors Panel
LA Southwest College
1600 W. Imperial Hwy. Los Angeles, CA 90047

Saturday, April 4
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Literary Orange 2009
Young Adult Panel with Lisa Yee and James St. James
University California, Irvine
www.literaryorange.org.

April 5
Renaissance Fair

April 19, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Online chat with Motherherbs Cottage
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/motherherbs_cottage/
(Please note: You must be a member of the group in order to post and participate)

The Devic Realm: What is the Living Essence or Faeries of Plant life?
There have been many examples of how talking to plants improves their overall growth and health: the prime example being found in Findhorn, Scotland. But what kind of energy shows up when you commune with plant life? What is the true form of the devic realm, the living essence behind plants, herbs, or trees that many of us call faeries, dryads, etc.? When working with herbs for healing or magickal intention, how we perceive the devic realm seems to differ from person to person, depending on what we expect to see. What has science, in particular Quantum Physics, proven or suspect about the existence of devic realm? Does this energy form rely upon our collective conscious or is it based on an ancient concept? Is the energy essence of plants fixed on their own reality or does the devic realm’s form morph or change with an evolving humanity?
Join what is sure to be a lively discussion!

May 1
Beltane Ritual
Tree of Life bookstore
http://www.treeoflifestore.com/

Join us for a Greek Beltane Ritual! Time to don the toga? Why not! We'll immerse ourselves in Greco times for a celebration of the Great Rite and the fecundity of the season. At this Turning of the Wheel, we'll hearken back to a reverent era of nature worship and the richness of divinity. In our free-spirited jubilation we'll invoke Aphrodite and Dionysius as the union of God and Goddess. Working with the sacred Bay Laurel, we will honor how we are worthy of admiration and recommit to our zest for life. You are encouraged to wear Greco attire, including togas, to deepen your Beltane experience. Let’s celebrate the end of winter with a hearty welcome to the strengthening sun, blooming flowers and the goodness bursting forth!

May 4 at 7 p.m. Free
Chapman University
Fish Interfaith Center
Wicca 101 - Modern Magic in Earth Spirituality
Sponsored by Chapman University's Circle of the Triple Goddess

Discover:
The history of Wicca, an earth-based, agricultural religion, with roots that that predate Judeo-Christian religions
The basic tenets and belief system of Wicca
Wiccan celebrated holidays and their correspondence to nature
The role of spellcrafting, mystery and magic in Wicca
Diversity in Wicca
The truth behind myths and negative propaganda surrounding Wicca
The significance of Wiccan symbols and tools. Kierin Hair, group co-leader, will lead a Ritual honoring the Beltane holiday, also known as May Day. Lastly,
A panel of students and the staff advisor, Jamie Wood will field Q & A

May 9, 10-5:30. Free Berkeley Pagan Festival
Booksigning
Civic Center Park, Berkeley, California
2151 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley CA 94704
http://thepaganalliance.org/

May 20, 6:30 p.m.
Moderator for Discussion on Josefina Lopez' book Hungry Woman in Paris
20 City Blvd. West, Bldg. A, Orange, 92868
http://www.josefinalopez.com/

May 23,24
Booksigning and Teaching two classes:
1. Elemental Magick and the Devic Realm
Ever wonder how magick is created? This class will offer a basic guideline and explain the synergy between the seasons, directions, colors, intention, totem animals, elemental energy and symbols that are used to manifest intention. This workshop includes which herbs are used for the ancient holy days (sabbats), herbs to use to bless your altar and herbal recipes for the Beltane Season (April 30 - June 19). Playing with the herbs that are connected to the season we are experiencing creates harmony in your life and deepens your relationship with all things, particularly Mother Earth. In earth spirituality, nature is our teacher and our guide. This class will teach you how to live a magickal life in a mundane world.

2. Fantastical Beings in Magick, young women, (ages 11-19)
Magick is based on working with the four elements (air, fire, water, earth) to create a specific intention or desire. Fantastical beings are associated with each of the elements. There are Slyphs of Air, Salamander of Fire, Mermaid and Naiads of Water, Faeries and Dryads of Earth. Working with these magickal creatures can help you feel more connected to your power and ability to create a life of your choosing. We'll take a visionary journey to meet your favorite fantastical being.

Northern California Woman's Herbal Symposium
Laytonville, CA
http://www.womensherbalsymposium.org/

June 17, 6:30 pm
20 City Blvd. West, Bldg. A, Orange, 92868
Discussion of Rogelia's House of Magic
Borders
3333 Bear St.
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

:: PAST EVENTS 2008 ::

Chica Lit Valentines Day Blog Tour

2008 Booksignings
Girls Scouts: From Dreams to Reality, Concordia University, Irvine, California
Queen Mary Scottish Games, Long Beach, California

March 26 at 2:30 PST
Online interview with Teen Advocate Sarah Newton
http://www.sarahnewton.com/sarahs_radio_show.phtml or http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Sarah-Newton

Saturday, April 26 10-4pm
California Comadrazo
Booksigning and Goddess Drumming & Inspirational Poetry Presentation

End of April and Early May
Radio Interview on Witch'n Hour with Reverend Rapid Freeman
Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts

Saturday, May 10
Dia de las Madres at ChimMaya
Los Angeles, CA
Booksigning and tarot reading based on numerology

May 16-18
Elemental and Faery Magic
Ages 11-19
Northern California Women's Herbal Symposium
http://www.womensherbalsymposium.org

May 19-28
Women, Words and Wisdom Blog Tour

Sunday, May 25
Scottish Games
Costa Mesa Fairgrounds

Saturday, May 31 - June 1
Book Expo of America
Los Angeles, CA

Tuesday, June 10
Booksigning for
Rogelia's House of Magic
Waldorf School of Orange County

Tuesday, June 17
Play performance of Rogelia's House of Magic

Friday, June 20, 6-9p.m.
Booksigning and Summer Solstice Event

Four Crows: Inspirational Center
420 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA

Saturday, June 21, 10-4

Women's Spirit Summer Solstice Faire
Long Beach Universal Unitarian Church
5450 East Atherton Street, Long Beach, CA, 90815

Sunday, June 22, 10-4pm
Booksigning
Irish Festival
Irvine Meadows / Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
8808 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Friday, June 27 4pm-5pm (PST)
Radio Interview
www.earthangelradio.com

Saturday, June 28, 11-1pm
Booksigning and reading
Martha's Bookstore
Balboa Island

Saturday, June 28, 6pm
Random House reception at the American Library Association conference
Anaheim/OC Visitor & Convention Bureau

Sunday, June 29, 3p.m.
Facts on File reception at the
American Library Association conference
Anaheim/OC Visitor & Convention Bureau

Saturday, August 1
Booksigning
Fairieworlds - in the Crescent Moon Gifts booth
Eugene, OR
http://www.faerieworlds.com/

August 20, 5pm PST/8pm EST
Interview with Aurelia Flores of Powerful Latinas
http://powerfullatinas.com/

Sunday, August 24 - 11am
The Goddess Temple of Orange County
Irvine, CA
http://www.goddesstempleoforangecounty.com/
The Joy of a Magical Life

Saturday, September 20 - 3:00pm (Book signing @ 4:00)
San Diego Pagan Pride
Title of the talk: The Role of Play in Magic and Ritual

Friday, September 26
Booksigning and Presentation on Creative Writing
ELLAS: Embracing Latina Leadership Alliance
www.ellascentury.org

September 30, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Presentation, Q & A, booksigning
MESA Cooaperativa for Hispanic Heritage Month
Cal State Fullerton

Saturday, October 5
LA/Orange County Pagan Pride
Title of the talk: The Role of Play in Magic and Ritual, 1p.m.

October 10-12
FairieCon
Realm of the Muse Pavilion
Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA

October 20
Signal Hill Library
Latina authors panel

October 30, 7pm
Book Signing Event
Libreria Martinez
110 N Main Street Santa Ana, CA
714-973-7900
http://www.latinobooks.com/
This event will be a Latina panel and booksigning.
celebration. Free hologram bookmarkers by
Get Flipped. More information to follow.

November 16
Libreria Martinez
Lynwood, California
Latina Authors Panel

November 18
Presentation
Orange County Public Library Association Fall meeting

November 20
Teleconference with Riverhead Charter School

December 6
10 a.m. - 12 noon
Woman Spirit Winter Solstice Festival
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF LONG BEACH
5450 Atherton, Long Beach, CA
http://www.longbeachwomanspirit.org/WSF2008.html

2007
Chica Lit Christmas Blog Tour
National Comadrazo for Las Comadres in Austin, Texas
Full Moon Ritual held at Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
Imbolc Ritual held at Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
Women's Herbal Symposium in Laytonville, CA
Mabon Celebration at Tree of Life in San Diego, CA
Community Book Release Party in Santa Ana, CA
Wise Woman Retreat held in Idylwild, CA
Mask making at Tree of Life, Costa Mesa, CA

2007 Book signings at:
Waldorf School May Faire in Costa Mesa, CA
Scottish Highland Games in Pomona, CA
Scottish Highland Games in Vista, CA
Scottish Highland Games in Long Beach, CA
Irish Festival in Irvine, CA
Orange County Children's Book Festival in Costa Mesa, CA
Latino Book & Family Festival in Los Angeles, CA
Chicano News Media Association job fair in Los Angeles, CA

2006
Aromatic Blending at Murdy Center, Huntington Beach, CA
Writing Essay Class held at Girls, Inc., Costa Mesa, CA
Full Moon Ritual held at Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
Mabon Celebration held at Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
Connecting with the Plant Kin-dom taught at Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
Transformation Ritual held in Costa Mesa, CA

2006 Book signings at:
Scottish Highland Games in Pomona, CA
Scottish Highland Games in Vista, CA
KVMR Celtic Music Festival in Nevada City, CA

2005
Aromatic Blending at Murdy Center, Huntington Beach, CA
An Enchanted Afternoon Workshop taught through the Starcrafts, San Diego, CA
Crystal Cauldron, Pomona, California Mermaid’s Treasure Chest, Huntington Beach, CA
Creative Writing Workshop taught through the Waldorf School of Orange County
Aromatherapy for the Spirit taught at Goddess Temple of Orange County, Irvine, CA
Mermaids Treasure Chest, Huntington Beach, CA
Starcrafts, San Diego, CA
Crystal Cauldron, Pomona, CA
East West Bookstore, Mountain View, CA
Creating Altars at Moon Mother Magickal Botanikals
Elemental Rituals at Pagan Pride Day, Whittier, CA
Green Goddess Cooking at Whole Foods, San Mateo, CA
Awakening the Enchantress at Starcrafts, San Diego, CA
Children’s Writing, Authors’ Faire at Canyon Rim Elementary School

2004
Connecting to the Plant Kin-dom at Pagan Pride Day, Whittier, CA
Children’s Writing, Authors’ Faire at Canyon Rim Elementary School
Seasonal Living taught at Ancient Ways, Oakland, CA
Copperfield Books, Sebastopol, CA
Four Crows, Garden Grove, CA
Seasonal Cooking at Whole Foods, San Mateo, CA

2003
Children’s Writing, Authors’ Faire at Canyon Rim Elementary School
Celtic Wheel of the Year taught at Universal Unitarian Church, Costa Mesa, CA
Ancient Ways, Oakland, CA
Blue Eagle, Albuquerque, NM
Copperfield Books, Sebastopol, CA
Enchanted Fairy Box, Brea, CA
East West Bookstore, Mountain View, CA
Learning Annex, Los Angeles, CA
Mind Body Expo, Los Angeles, CA

2002
Summer Solstice Retreat, Arrowhead, CA
Wicca 101 taught at Copperfield Books, Sebastopol, CA
Enchanted Fairy Box, Brea, CA
Longevity Café, San Fe, NM
Santa Monica High School, Santa Monica, CA
Children’s Writing, Authors’ Faire at Canyon Rim Elementary School

2001
Creating a Besom at The Latest Thing, Costa Mesa, CA
Wise Women Retreat, Papagano Resort, Kadavu, Fiji
Children’s Writing, Authors’ Faire at Canyon Rim Elementary School

2000
Seasonal Cooking taught at A Krystal Moon, Huntington Beach, CA
North Light Books, Cotati, CA
Psychic Eye, Ventura, CA
Phoenix Phyre, Encinitas, CA
Points of Light, Long Beach, CA
Raven’s Flight, North Hollywood, CA
Village Kitchen, Glendora, CA