The Order of Bards Ovates & Druids is a group dedicated to practicing, teaching, and developing Druidry as a valuable and inspiring spirituality.  This will be an informal, relaxed gathering to give folks the opportunity to chat about Druidry, our studies, the OBOD, the Bardic course, and other topics of mutual interest.  In the future, it would be great to come together to celebrate some of the seasonal festivals.

Druidry is a way of experiencing the world, and it compliments many other paths, such as Wicca, Witchcraft, Christianity, etc. Studying and practicing Druidry does not mean that you have to leave your current path.

It's not required to participate in this meetup, but it is highly suggested that you join the Order.  Lessons are available as printed, an audio companion, or both.  The lessons are inspiring and well worth the cost to join. Monthly options are available.  Click here to find out more about joining the Order.

Here is a wonderful introductory video about the OBOD: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMccnQlKCwA

From druidry.org:

"The Bardic grade takes you on a journey through the cycle of the year, and introduces all the basic concepts of Druidry - showing you how it is a living Way that can be practised in the modern world, bringing a greater sense of connection with all of nature, and with the ancient heritage of the Druid wisdom-tradition.

"The aim of the Bardic course is to help your life flourish and blossom - to help your Soul express itself fully in the world. It does this by helping you discover the sources of your creative power, so that their gifts can flow fully in your life. In addition, it teaches the fundamental skills and techniques of Druid spirituality - the use of ritual, of sacred space, of the circle, the directions and elements. During the first year you are taught thirteen rituals in addition to the eight Druid seasonal ceremonies. These rituals help to attune you to the natural world, to the rhythms of the earth and moon, the sun and stars. And as they do this, they help you to access your Deep Self - your Soul - that part of you which feels at one with all life." 

 

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  • Tuesday at 7:00 PM, 5 Bards, Ovates, or Druids attended

    New Moon Observance

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    Sean and Iris extend an invitation to join in a new moon observance. We follow the OBOD ritual format, and include a simple new moon rite. As always, we will have a... Learn more

  • February 8 at 7:00 PM, 4 Bards, Ovates, or Druids attended

    Open Discussion: Seven Gifts of Druidry
    NOTE: if you would like to attend this meeting via video chat, email Sean separately! This makes sense for people who want to limit driving :) The Seven Gifts of... Learn more

  • February 7 at 7:00 PM, 10 Bards, Ovates, or Druids attended

    Full Moon Observance

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    Sean and Iris extend an invitation to join in a full moon observance. We follow the OBOD ritual format, and include a simple full moon rite. As always, we will have a... Learn more

  • February 5 at 1:00 PM, 13 Bards, Ovates, or Druids attended

    Imbolc (Fire Festival)

    They rated it 5.00 5.003 (3 ratings)

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  • January 28 at 8:00 PM, 45 Bards, Ovates, or Druids attended

    KIVA Concert!

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    Come out with Iris and Sean to support some fellow Pagans! "Acoustic World Music for the Spirit! Using mythological stories and images, KIVA weaves a rainbow tapestry of... Learn more
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