Steel Pony Handkerchief Linen on Sale at Radiance!

Come in to see the beautiful pieces of hand-sewn clothing from Steel Pony.  The handkerchief linen tunics, pants and mini jackets are marked down 20% to make room for the new items arriving from the autumn line.  Gorgeous and timeless, they will be a special part of your wardrobe for many years to come...

Make a Rawhide Rattle with Shaman, Adhi Two Owls

 Rattle-Making with Adhi Moonien Two Owls

Saturdays, September 10 and 17, 2011 from 2 to 6pm, at Radiance in Lancaster

In this two-part workshop participants will learn how to make a rawhide rattle from beginning to end. This workshop is for those who want to develop deeper shamanic skills and knowledge.

The first day of the workshop will cover instruction on the parts of the rattle, the materials used to create the bulb, sewing and creating of your rawhide form.  We will take several shamanic journeys to find guidance about our personal rattles.  This first portion of the rattle needs to dry so.  During the week between classes, you will find your handle and materials to put in it.

When we meet again for the second day of the workshop, we will work on the actual assemblage of these parts into a working rattle. During this section of the workshop we will dedicate the rattle for its purpose, fill it, and attach the handle. 

Also covered in the workshop will be ways to work with your rattle and techniques for the care of your rattle.

All the materials will be provided except the handle and whatever you will put inside your rattle. 

Bring to class:  Your journal and a yoga mat and/or blanket to sit on

Class will be held at Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA, across the cobblestones from Central Market.  Stop in or phone 717-290-1517 to register.  Cost is $85.00 in advance, $95 on the day of the class.

Adhi has been studying the rattle as a tool for transformation for almost 20 years.  She draws from many different teachers and their wisdom.  Adhi is an accomplished artist, energy worker, Radiesthesiologist (vibrational dowser), and researcher. Her primary area of study is sacred objects, ritual items, magical tools and the temple sciences that guide them. She has spent that last 2 decades understanding deeper patterns and energies that make them work. Adhi's formal training is from the Kansas City Art Institute. Other training is in Bio-geometry, Reiki, Shamanism, Buddhism, and advanced energy sciences. Adhi travels and teaches all over the world.

Dowsing 101 with Adhi Two Owls, September 11, 2011

 Dowsing 101 
with Adhi Moonien Two Owls 

Sunday, September 11, 2011, noon to 4pm

Dowsing has been employed effectively for thousands of years and is found all over the world.  Dowsing is performed using a variety of tools, including the pendulum, "L" rods, "Y" rod, bobber, and other techniques, either to acquire answers to questions or to understand different energies. 

In this one-day class, participants will learn many ways to use dowsing to connect to their higher self in order to find all manner of things.  Dowsing is the ancient art of "Divining", or asking for help from the unseen, to find water, minerals, lost items etc.  This is a hands-on class so come prepared to explore, practice and learn. Bring two wire coat hangers, and a pendulum if you have one.  Brass pendulums are available for sale in the shop at Radiance.

Class will be held at Radiance, 9 W Grant St, Lancaster, PA, across the cobblestones from Central Market.  Stop in or phone 717-290-1517 to register.  Cost is $45.00 in advance, $55 on the day of the class.

Adhi Moonien Two Owls is a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Society of Dowsers (ASD).  She teaches basic and advanced dowsing techniques/courses all over the world.  Adhi is an accomplished artist, energy worker, Radiesthesiologist (vibrational dowser), and researcher. Her primary area of study is sacred objects, ritual items, magical tools and the temple sciences that guide them. She has spent the last 2 decades researching and understanding deeper patterns and vibrational energies behind the patterns.

Steel Pony at Radiance

 Isn't this linen tunic beautiful?

We've added a fabulous new line of clothing this summer at Radiance, and have been very excited with the enthusiastic responses we've received so far.  Stop in to see the gorgeous range of pieces we have!  This is truly wearable art.  All pieces are hand-dyed and hand-made by the designer in Philadelphia, so they are also locally-made.  A perfect match for us!  Comfortable, elegant and timeless, too.  I bought my first Steel Pony jacket more than ten years ago and am still wearing it often.  

Radiance is located at 9 W Grant St in downtown Lancaster, PA.  We are open Tuesday thru Saturday.

Let's Make Lip Balm!

Bring your lunch & learn to make lip balms in this noontime class! We’ll discuss oils, waxes and how to use essential oils for flavoring. We’ll share secrets of the trade, & you’ll go home with a pot of lip balm that we’ve made in class.

Sarah Campbell, herbalist & owner of Herbs from the Labyrinth and Tina Sams, editor of The Essential Herbal Magazine, will facilitate this fun class, which will be held on Wednesday, March 18, from 12:05 until 12:50.

Class will be held at Radiance, 9 W Grant St (across from Central Market). Stop in, or call 290-1517 to register. $15 for the class includes all materials.

Divination Journaling with Jill Althouse-Wood

Divination is a means of communication with the divine forces of creation. Journal writing becomes a powerful implement in the toolbox of this communication. Through the twin processes of divination and journaling, the seeker comes to recognize patterns in the past, recognize the present moment, and shift paradigms that shape the future. Find ways in which your journaling practice can release fear and foster your intuition. This class is appropriate for all levels of writers and seekers. A fun introduction to concepts or a more in-depth exploration: Your journey will be a personal one. Bring a journal. Additional supplies will be provided.

Jill Althouse-Wood will facilitate this 2 hour workshop at Radiance, 9 W Grant St in downtown Lancaster, across the cobblestones from Central Market. Call 717-290-1517 to register.

Saturday, March 14, 2009, 2-4pm
$20 includes supplies

One World - One Heart

Radiance is participating in this third annual event, One World - One Heart, with bloggers from around the world. Leave a comment on this post before February 12th for your chance to win.

Our drawing will award a lucky winner with a set of five notecards, made from woodcuts by local artist, Eli Weaver. The images are from woodblocks of herbs, and include one each of Elder, Nettle, Dandelion, Garlic & Echinacea.



To learn more about these wonderful cards, you can follow this link.

Enter our give-away by leaving a comment on this post, and please be sure to include an email address so we can contact you if you are the winner. Drawing is to be held on February 11 and the winners will be announced on Feb. 12. Good Luck!

More Snow!

Goodness, it certainly is January. The distilling demonstration scheduled for mid-day today is going to be rescheduled. Tina Sams, who was planning to bring her lovely glass still in to Radiance today, lives on a windy, country road, so she's not going to get in her car today. Everyone stay safe; it's slippery out there.

Reiki Shares in Lancaster

On the third Sunday afternoon of each month, Radiance is host to a Reiki Share. Usually facilitated by Marilyn Landis, who teaches the Reiki classes we offer at Radiance, the Reiki shares are open to anyone who has been attuned to at least Reiki Level One. We meet in circle first, share Reiki experiences & discuss Reiki issues, then we break into groups & exchange Reiki with each other. Each person has the opportunity to receive Reiki as well as giving it to others in the group. The Share is from 1:30 until 4pm on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

Reiki Share Lancaster also hosts a yahoo group, which sends reminders of the monthly Shares, and allows us to request distance Reiki (for ourselves or others) from the group between meetings. If you would like to subscribe to the Reiki Share Lancaster group, you can email a request for an invitation to LabyrinthHerbs@aol.com or MarilynJude@aol.com .

Fairy Nests

If you've been to Radiance, you've probably seen some of Lisa Mercer's artwork. She makes all sorts of wonderful things from found and recycled items. Earlier this week, Lisa came in with a case full of "Fairy Nests". Mostly made with small recycled baskets, wool roving, feathers and found treasures, these tiny works of art are lovely. Perfect for a fairy corner, altar or indoor garden. My photos don't do them justice, I'm afraid. People have been oohing and aahing over them ever since they arrived. Stop in soon - I don't think these will be here for long! And while you're here, you'll want to look at our amazing selection of fairy figurines. We have Flower Garden Fairies, Amy Brown Faeries and some delightful Forest Faeries.

Old is New, artwork from Jennifer Strasenburgh

For those of you who have been to Radiance, you have already seen some of Jenn's work. She painted the flowering vines that lead you upstairs, as well as the sun and triple moon murals in our classroom.

This is a wonderful collection of abstracts, with a zen- like peace. Join us on First Friday for the artist reception, or stop in anytime to enjoy this wonderful show. Jenn's works will be hanging at Radiance through the month of August.

Artist reception, Friday August 1 from 6-8, during downtown Lancaster's First Friday events.

A little more about Jenn ..

A Lancaster native, Jennifer's work appears in galleries throughout the United States as well as numerous International venues. Her mixed media paintings and fine art prints contain vibrant reds and blues along with warm earthy tones. These newest abstract paintings are part of an upcoming series entitle "Communities".

Mama Donna, Urban Shaman

In case you were wondering, here is a video explanation of what it means to be an Urban Shaman. http://youtube.com/watch?v=yAR-aIiQ_xE This is a link to a 3 minute excerpt from a presentation that Mama Donna Henes gave recently at The Goddess Culture Conference at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC.

We are hoping to bring Mama Donna to Lancaster for a workshop at Radiance sometime in the near future. Watch here for an announcement!