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Happy Summer Solstice!
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Happy June and Happy Summer Solstice -
This year, the Summer Solstice falls on June 21 at 1:46 AM and I've found a great scientific article (in plain English!) about it.  It is located here.

For a good article on the importance of the Solstice from a Pagan perspective, check out this article by Mike Nichols:
"The two chief icons of the holiday are the spear (symbol of the Sun God in his glory) and the summer cauldron (symbol of the Goddess in her bounty) (...continued) ".

To help celebrate, we're giving our members special discounts on a selection of candles.  Save 15% on all pillar, taper, votive candles and tealights!
Stregheria - Italian/Sicilian Witchcraft
An Interactive Talk
 
Please join us for an informal "coffee talk" on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at 7 PM.
Vinnie will be speaking at Gardenias Bookstore and Learning Center.
 
ADMISSION = $5 - $15 sliding scale,
proceeds going to purchase food cards for the needy. 
No one turned away for lack of funds. 

Vinnie's Cimaruta
What is Italian Witchcraft or Stregheria, traditionally and today?

What kinds of daily practices would a Strega learn and do?

What does Strega magic involve?

Who are the gods, and how are they worshipped?

Are there any similarities between Stregheria and Wicca?

We will explore the nature of contemporary Streghe, and the areas of intersection and distinction from Pagan and Wiccan practice in our community today.
Website reorganization
 
New Website Design We've made the home page even easier to navigate!

We have separated the product tiles on the homepage into three tabs:
  • All Products - over 5000 products organized by category
  • Magickal Intention - conveniently organized by magickal intention such as love, prosperity, blessing, etc.
  • Specialty Categories - Members Specials, Witches' Alchemy Potions, the Dryad Design Collection, and more!

As always, we're very interested in getting feedback from you!  Please send us your suggestions and comments so we can improve our service.
About Arsenic & Old Lace

Founded in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1981 and now exclusively on the web, Arsenic & Old Lace is dedicated to providing quality products and advice to the Pagan and Wiccan communities. We have become one of the best known occult supply shops in New England and one of the most trusted places to get quality supplies and gifts.  We strive to provide the best possible service for our customers.   

You can choose from over 5000 products and save 5% or more off retail prices.  Save 10%  on all purchases of $50 or more.
Arsenic & Old Lace
Rev. Vincent Russo
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Tel: 617-381-4369
Members Specials
In honor of the Sun and the Summer Solstice, Members receive special discounts on a selection of candles!  Come by and browse our selection of Taper Candles, Pillar Candles, Tealight and Votives.