Links - friends, websites we like The categories are: Conference Contributors - Past and Present More Goddess Events Glastonbury Sites Other Links (Links are checked when first added - and only then.  The Goddess Conference accepts no responsibility for the content of external websites)  Conference Contributors - Past and Present Aine Carey Aine is a film and theater director, writer and birth consultant, not to mention being a regular member of the Conference ceremonial group. Alessandra Belloni Exciting tambourine virtuoso Ani Williams Harpist, singer, songwriter, author and sound therapist. Anique Radiant Heart Priestess, Singer of Sacred Songs of the Temple. Producer of the annual Invoking the Goddess Women’s Gathering at Minto near Sydney, Australia. Annabel Du Boulay Writer, teacher, transpersonal therapist, healer and Priestess of Avalon, Annabel combines her experience of mental health recovery with her knowledge of mythology, she runs a private practice and workshops aimed at empowering people to heal and transform their lives. Annabel's first historical literary novel, The Serpent's Tale, explores the wisdom of the Black Goddess Sophia and Her alchemical ability to set us free. Annie Spencer Respected ceremonialist & guide to worldwide earth-based spiritual traditions. Cofounder Shamanka and Hartwell Association. Apela Colorado PhD Oneida and Frank tribes, Elder, cultural practitioner, professor of Indigenous Mind, Founder Worldwide Indigenous Science Network. Barbara Meiklejohn-Free High Priestess, Seer, Shaman, Singer and Storyteller with over 40 years experience. She is the lead singer with the Daughters of Gaia, http://www.daughtersofgaia.com/ and also is a well known and bestselling author of three books. Caitlín Matthews Caitlín and John Matthews are the authors of many books about the Arthurian, Celtic, shamanic and spiritual traditions. Caroline Gully-Lir Artist-in-residence of the Goddess Temple in Glastonbury. Caroline's beautiful paintings from the Wheel are much loved. Carolyn Hillyer Internationally-known painter and musician who lives on Dartmoor, where as an artist she is continually fed and challenged by the raw beauty and power of the sacred landscape which surrounds her. Catherine Blackledge Dr Catherine Blackledge is the author of The Story of V: Opening Pandora’s Box, Weidenfeld & Nicolson 2003. The Story of V is about different views of the vagina - views from science and medicine, history, anthropology, art, mythology and more. Eve Ensler says of the book: ‘"The Story of V reveals the ancient and newfound powers of the vagina. It is full of mystery and secrets and truth. If we only knew what we had under our skirts! Learn the story - read this book." Cheryl Straffon Author of Pagan Cornwall - Land of the Goddess, in which she discovers a continuity of Goddess tradition in remote Cornwall from ancient times right up to the present day. Cheryl also edits the wonderful Goddess Alive! magazine. Chris Leeson Five Element Traditional Acupuncturist, Tutor at College of Traditional Acupuncture, weaves Taoist and Goddess wisdom. Clare Campbell Founder of Wild Woman and a sassy urban goddess artist and sparkly warm, wild and irreverent facilitator and women's activist. Lesbian artist and therapist committed to providing safe spaces to celebrate Lesbian women's spirituality. Daughters of Gaia The Daughters of Gaia celebrate all that is powerful and wise in women and men and these girls really know how to party, with tribal and techno dance rhythms overlaid with lush dynamic vocals. This trinity of Maiden, Mother and Crone adorn themselves with wings, staffs and tiaras, letting the magic come alive as they sing for the Goddess. Deonesea La Fey Deonesea is devoted to inspiring and activating the Divine Feminine through performing Sacred Dance, and facilitating Sacred Womb Dance and women’s wisdom teachings. She is Priestess of AvaSha and Priestess of the Grail, Dancer Divine, Mother, Ritualist, and Bellydance Instructor at the Flying Lotus Movement Center. Donna Henes Urban Shaman, writer, teacher, ceremonialist who maintains Mama Donna’s Tea Garden and Healing Haven, a ceremonial centre and spirit shop, in exotic Brooklyn, New York. Author of “Queen of Myself”. Georgina Sirett Hardie Priestess, Temple Melissa Mother, teacher/trainer, counsellor, healer, tarot reader and karmic astrologer. Geraldine Charles Webmistress to the Goddess Conference, Glastonbury Goddess Temple, Goddess Alive! and too many more to name. Geraldine is also a counsellor and writer, joint editor of the well-loved Goddess Pages and runs the online correspondence course Getting to know the Goddess. Grael Corsini Creatrix of The Flying Lotus, a Community Enrichment Center in Mt. Shasta, California, that includes a Goddess Temple, Concert Hall, Theatre, Dance Studio, and Art Gallery. Grael inspires personal growth thru community connection, ritual theatre, rites of passage, spirit song, sacred dance, and environmental activism. She is Priestess of the AvaSha Clan, Mother, Author, and Midwife Asst. Young people love her. Hannah Corr and the Halfouine dancers Middle eastern dancer and teacher of Egyptian, Algerian, Kurdish and American tribal dance, living in Cardiff. Organiser of the Halfouine Dance Company – a large group of women dancers in Wales. Isabella Weber Priestess, ritualist and healer, offering many therapies, also retreats, meditation tuition and more. Jane Meredith Jane is an Australian Priestess of the Goddess who works with ritual and myth for healing, empowerment and celebration. Jana Runnalls Jana is a renowned singer/musician from Glastonbury, whose Goddess songs and chants are sung by many people around the world. Don't miss her fantastic new magical chanting album Sacred Home. Jana also runs regular courses and workshops in Glastonbury. Janet Childs Lovely Director of the Centre for Living with Dying, San Jose, California, providing crisis intervention, counselling and education focusing on the dynamics of loss, illness and grief. Combines her skills with a love of music. Jill Smith Artist, writer, performer; author of The Callanish Dance. Joanne Foucher Priestess of Avalon, archaeologist, painter of Goddess artwork, poet and ceremonialist. Julie Felix Fabulous famed international singer/songwriter/musician of many recordings available in the Conference. Kathy Jones The Conference is by no means all that Kathy does all year- although it must sometimes feel like it! The link above points to her main website, and thence to all her activities. Kellianna Song and chant inspired by God and Goddesses, Mythology and Magic. Klara Adalena Klara Adalena is a Priestess in the Dianic and Goddess traditions. She is founder of Wild Wise Woman, Centre for Shamanism and Goddess Spirituality. Since February 2004 she facilitates a 3- year Priestess Training Program in the Netherlands. Klara has over 10 years of experience as a facilitator and as a body oriented psychotherapist. Over this period she has been setting the tone in women’s spirituality in the Netherlands. Leona Graham Leona has taught at the Isle of Avalon Foundation and the Findhorn Foundation, and is curently very involved in the environmental field, as Special Projects Manager for WILD. Leslene della-Madre Mother, ritualist, author, teacher of feminist shamanic healing arts, author of ‘Midwifing Death: Returning to the Arms of the Ancient Mother’, from Sebastopol, California. Liz Perkins Liz Perkins, author of  'Journeys through Menopause' and 'Exploring New Paths', navigated her own menopause with energy and growing clarity, and is now helping others to do the same. Lydia Ruyle is an artist, scholar, creatrix of Goddess Icon Banners Spirit Banners of the Divine Feminine from the many cultures of the world. Since 1995, the banners fly around the globe in over 50 exhibitions each year telling Herstory. In 2006 they will fly in Italy, Hungary, Turkey, England, France, Brazil and throughout the US. Please visit http://www.lydiaruyle.com/ and http://www.goddessconversations.com/ for more information. Margeurite Rigoglioso Teaches courses on women and religion and has done pioneering research on female deities and women's religious leadership in the ancient Mediterranean world and beyond. Her latest book is The Cult of Divine Birth in Ancient Greece. Max Dashu Fantastic founder of the Suppressed Histories Archives which research global women’s history, priestesses and Goddess reverence. Monica Sjöö Monica, who died in 2005, was one of the Goddess world's most unique, innovative and enduring artists and writers. Nikki Mackay Constellation Healer, author of The Science of Family and coach in everyday magic. Penn Kemp "A foremother of Canadian Poetry" is how the fiery Penn has been described. She is the author of 20 books dedicated to the Goddess. Rae Beth Author of, among others, Hedge Witch: A Guide to Solitary Witchcraft. Renata Ash Healer and Vocal Awareness coach helping people connect to the divine through their voices, also creator of Rainbow essences to help people move easily through change. Roz Bound Healer, writer, teacher of writing courses, healing circles, women’s groups & labyrinth walks. Sally Pullinger Original Glastonbury Goddess songwriter/musician, originator of VocalAna, full trance medium & Priestess of Avalon. Seize the Day Seize the Day play fantastic music at venues, demonstrations and earth caring events all over the world. Shawna Carol Shawna is an internationally recognised composer, recording artist and healer. She has helped thousands to connect with the authentic power of their natural voices. She is a gifted singing teacher and director of the SpiritSong Center in Bedford, MA, USA. Starhawk Well-known author of The Spiral Dance, The Fifth Sacred Thing, and other books that link an earth-based spirituality to action to change the world. The Goddess Dancing Anita Cristina Calcaterra & Cathy Moore We are two out of a group of women who have been dedicated to belly dance as a lost form of worship of the Goddess for over a decade. We also offer pre-natal belly dance classes and have done workshops about pregnancy and birth throughout the area. Tiziana Stupia Don't miss Tiziana's beautiful Sacred Ceremonies site. Tyna Redpath Tyna doesn't have her own website, so the link above points to her gorgeous Goddess and Green Man shop. On Glastonbury's High Street, it's one of those shops you can browse in for hours. VocalAna The beautiful Songs from the Wheel of Ana were a huge success at the Goddess Conference in 2003. Wendy Andrew Painter of Goddess and mythical art. The Glastonbury Goddess Temple Don't miss it - the temple or the website! More Goddess Events Goddess in Cornwall (September 2010) The Goddess in Cornwall event celebrates the Goddess in the Land in the beautiful surroundings of West Cornwall. It is open to all women (and children) to come and experience a wide range of activities together, featuring ceremony, ritual, music, creativity and exploration. Goddess Festival in Budapest This promises to be a wonderful event. Hungary was once the land of the Great Goddess, and She is still there, hidden in the rich culture, traditions, folk and fairy tales. Glastonbury Sites Just a small selection - not just "town" sites but a few local people's sites, too. AppleTree House B&B designed with warmth and hospitality in mind to make your stay in Glastonbury a time of magical delight. Backs onto the Abbey grounds, with a beautiful view of the Tor. Berachah Glastonbury B&B on the slopes of the Tor, with colour therapy, aura soma and astrological readings. Bridget Healing Centre Healing the body, mind and soul. Chalice Well - the Goddess in the Cart Procession stops here, but you would want to go anyhow. Facets of Avalon Beautiful Glastonbury shop specialising in hand-made jewellery, hand-painted silks and colour therapy products. Friends of Brides Mound Towards the re-creation of a Sanctuary at this important historical site. Glastonbury Abbey - ancient Christian site, still sacred site for others, too. Beware of the rules. Glastonbury Oracle The Essential Guide to What's On in Glastonbury. Healing Waters Retreat and Sanctuary A beautiful sanctuary with views of Glastonbury Tor and the Somerset Levels, Healing Waters Sanctuary run private residential healing retreats and also hire the venue for courses and therapy space for practitioners. Goddess Pages A new online journal of Goddess spirituality in the 21st century - launched at Samhain 2006 Isle of Avalon There is so much information about Avalon here that it is difficult to think of anything that isn't included. Karin Lonegren Karin is a psychic healer, teacher, dowser, massage therapist and artist. Matthew Holbrook's "Hands with Energy" site contains reports and photographs from the 2009 Conference plus many other Lammas events and more besides. Some great sunrise and moonrise photos! Mid-Atlantic Geomancy Another local site, with a lot of information. I particularly like their by-line: Geomancers are spiritual ecologists Pilgrims A peaceful location in central Glastonbury with beautiful gardens, also offers therapeutic breaks. The essential Tourist Information Centre Visitor's Guide from Glastonbury Online. Other Sites Check out the BBC website for photographs of the 2006 Conference! Brighid Goddess and Saint This beautiful site is a wonderful resource - and is by our favourite printer, Paul Williment, who comes to the conference every year. LadySparkle Individually handmade Goddess sculptures that come in different shapes, sizes and colours to celebrate the Goddess in every woman. The Goddess in Sweden This is a site where you can find information on Goddess events like workshops, ceremonies and more, all over Sweden. The site is run by Priestess of Avalon Elin Hejll Guest. Lightcracks - Noospheric Ignition 2012 Home of Xavier de la Huerga, full-spectrum musician, artist and elven wizard. Born in legendary St. Brondon Island (Alfrica) and based in UK since 1989. Current projects: Neo-alchemical icon "The Vitruvian Woman" (It anchors into present time a retroactive invocation to aid ignition of the Noospheric Realm). An Elfic Cuisine restaurant. An essay on the connections between the Dogon Mystery and Jules Verne. A treatise on the laws governing mass extinction of Egosaurs. Gwen Davies Gwen regularly sells gorgeous goodies at the Conference marketplace - now you can buy her lunar calendars, new age art and jewellery online. The Goddess Studio The Goddess Studio is an actual place on private property in rural Escondido, near San Diego, California, USA, founded by Amalya and her husband in 2003. It is a beautifully appointed, sacred space that serves as a temple for ceremony, a dance studio, a photography studio for Amalya’s "Glorious Goddess Portraits", a “harem” for women to play in, and a place for workshops, concerts, dance shows, and other delightful gatherings! The Goddess Studio is dedicated to honoring the Sacred Feminine and empowering women. PaGaian.Org Home of PaGaian Cosmology: Reinventing Earth-based Goddess Religion. Slippery Jack's Arthouse Showing beautiful inspirational and pagan art. Ann Cook If you've noticed the extra vibrancy and colour of many of the photos on the website during the last few years, then thank Ann Cook, who has been at the last two conferences with her camera and has taken some stunning shots. Somehow she manages to be unobtrusive and yet right in the centre of the action at the same time! She also feels very much like part of the conference to us. Ann's photographs have been published by, among others, the BBC, The Times Saturday Magazine and The New Statesman. She has generously allowed us to use for this site many of the photographs she has taken in previous years and we are looking forward to seeing her again this year. The Center for the Future Providing Alternative Solutions for Open Minded People through leading edge technologies in vibrational healing, frequency modalities, exceptional nutritional support and spiritual enlightenment. The Sisterhood of Avalon The Sisterhood of Avalon™ is an International Celtic Women's Mysteries Organization which seeks to balance Intuitive Wisdom with Scholastic Achievement. The SOA focuses on research and teaching. Among our activities, we sponsor the Avalonian Thealogical Seminary, international training intensives, Spiritual Pilgrimages to Glastonbury and other Celtic Sacred Sites, a vast networking web, a barter and matronage program, a monthly newsletter and ample learning opportunities. Fellowship of Isis Has tens of thousands of members worldwide united in the Goddess. Goddess Alive! A favourite magazine, now online. Ly de Angeles High Priestess of the Coven of WildWood Gate, Australia and the author of several books including The Way of the Goddess, Unity/Prism, UK, 1987. Ly is also an archer, a silver-smith and a psychic. Moon Diary Products Moon Diaries, address books and wall charts. MotherGoddess.com This looks very useful for Goddess information and links. A lot of work has gone into this site. Poppy Palin Tattoo Artist, Author, Illustrator, Singer and Soul-Poet Julia McMahon, Artisan Handcrafted designs for your heart and home. Temple of Place, California A non-static place of workship, made manifest through the energy of the Priestesses and Priests who tend it. We'Moon We’Moon is a best-selling appointment book, astrological moon calendar, earth-centered spiritual guide and multicultural handbook in natural rhythms. We’Moon features art and writing by and about womyn: an exploration of womyn’s experience and perspectives—a goddess-inspired creation from the growing edge of global womyn’s culture—with a comprehensive introduction to astrology, Sun/Moon/Earth cycles, and seasonal Holy Days. Wicca's Atelier Wicca (real first name) is a Wiccan High Priestess and founder/teacher of the Swiss Wicca School. She creates her own magical oils and brews and makes silver jewellery.  The website is to inform Swiss-Austrian and German-speaking people about Wiccan traditions, beliefs, and witchcraft in general and there is also an online shop. Ynis Afallach Tuath A non-profit cultural association created in 2005 in Northern Italy, its aims are to spread knowledge of the history, mythology, literature and culture of the ancient Celts. Site in Italian and English.