Altar at Imbolc, 1999
Altar for the Imbolc ritual put on by the Temple of Brigantia, Stockton Springs, January 1999, as part of the EarthTides Pagan Network's annual Cabin-Fever Pagan Retreat.

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Publications

EarthTides Pagan Network News

P.O. Box 161, East Winthrop, ME 04343-0161. $11/year; single copy $1.50 with SASE. Maine's longest-running Pagan publication, this newsletter is part of an organization aimed at helping Maine groups and solitaries find community. Features include statewide contact list and events calendar. Submissions or questions may be sent via e-mail earthtides@celticweb.com.

Di Veteres

497 Cumberland Ave. Apt. 5, Portland, ME 04101. Published by Kin of the Old Gods Coven in Portland, this newsletter discusses Pagan issues, faith and history.

Events

Maine Pagan Coffee Talks: There are currently three monthly coffee talks in various parts of the state. Check this page for contact information and details.
Other events: See the EarthTides newsletter, or check the Maine page at The Witches' Voice.

Cyberspace

Maine Pagan Mailing List

Known affectionately as MEP, this list provides an electronic forum for Maine Pagans and those interested in their doings. To subscribe, send a blank e-mail to mepagan-subscribe@egroups.com

Spiraling Shadows

A Wiccan list based in nearby New Hampshire. Sign up at the Spiraling Shadows Web page.

Maine Pagans Online

Temple of Brigantia: Information on Classical-Celtic Wicca from a partnership offering open Full Moons and apprenticeships.
Immanent Grove: A Pagan group in central Maine. Check here for the latest on their battle to win a sales-use tax exemption from the state.
Kin of the Old Gods Coven: Past issues of the Di Veteres newsletter, information on Pre-Revivalist Wicca and recommended links.
Ann Marie's Tangled Web: Excellent list of Tarot and Pagan links, plus annotated Pagan book lists.
(dreamwindow): The personal page of Richard Grant, author of "Tex and Molly in the Afterlife," and "In the Land of Winter." Currently contains interesting information from Richard's exploration of Asatru (Norse Paganism).
Iseum of the Hidden Mysteries: Home page for an eclectic group in southern Maine. Includes rituals and other information.
Acadia's Cottage in Kianda's Cove: A fun and fanciful site. Don't miss the Kitties Corner. Also includes information on seasonal festivals.
Lorelei Greenwood: Page includes information on festivals plus Pagan links and humor.

Student Groups

Note: Collegiate Pagan groups tend to be short-lived; once the motivated people graduate, the group falls away. If there's a Pagan group at your school, please consider getting involved; your work will help the next Pagan to arrive on campus.

A Pagan education and networking group at the University of Southern Maine (Portland/Gorham).
CIRCLE: The Collective for Insight, Refuge, and Celebration of Life Experience is open to Colby College students and community members. Site includes an interesting list of divination links.
UMO Pagan Campus Organization: A group of eclectic individuals whose events include potlucks and a Beltane maypole.

Commercial (Pagan-friendly businesses in Maine)

All area codes are 207 and all states are ME unless otherwise noted.

Apple Valley Books: Located in Winthrop, this locally owned general-interest bookstore has excellent Pagan resources, and offers a discount for Pagans and e-mail orders. Site includes a good list of Maine books.
Michael E. Berube, Photographer: Certified professional service for any photographic need.
Bradford Copy Center: Route 1, Wells. 641-COPY or e-mail Cassius622@aol.com. Color copies, blueprint copies, self-service copiers, inexpensive phone cards, fax service, business cards and more.
Craftwise Creations: Gorgeous quilts and whimsical pottery from a pair of Pagans.
Great Goddess Press: Publisher of "The Goddess Workbook"; site includes a sample chapter and related links.
Silo 7: 7 Bomarc Road, Building 7, Bangor. Phone 942-5590, email@silo7.com. Metaphysical books, jewelry, workshops and more. A valued resource for the Bangor area.
Imperium Ancient Arts: A resource for affordable artifacts of past cultures.
Mainely Magick: Jewelry and ritual gear, astrological charts, new and used books.
Gypsy Rose's Custom Jewelry and Chain Mail: Pagan jewelry by a former Mainer; for less spiritual work, see Che' Designs.
The Sewing Room: Acadia Elle's original ritual robes and capes.
Kathy Burns, licensed massage therapist: 367 Rte. 1 Falmouth, 781-5540 or e-mail bakburnr@megalink.net. A variety of massage and therapies to relax, attune and heal the body and spirit.
Dragon of the Mist: 5 East Concourse, Waterville 04901. Phone 873-7776. Witchcraft supplies, books, robes, capes and more.

Links I like

The Witches' Voice: An incredible resource for contacts, information and events.
Tuath nan Sgáthan: New Hampshire Celtic Reconstructionist group has a page with New England Pagan links.
World Pagan Network: Send Ceile e-mail saying where you are, and you'll get a response with Pagan contacts in your area.
The Witches' Web of Days: What God or Goddess is celebrated today? Find out here.
Pagan Manners: A helpful guide for the ritual-goer.
Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance: An excellent resource on the beliefs of many paths, including Pagan ones.