Lectures. Workshops. Community-building.
Upcoming Events
Queer Ancestor Talisman Workshop
Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm
The Crystal Fox
Laurel, MD
In this workshop participants will learn about different ways to work with Queer Ancestors, specifically the construction of physical items imbued with magical intention. Participants will work to create tokens, talismans, and amulets to commemorate our shared community ancestors. These mementos can be placed in the home, given as gifts, incorporated into a personal queer spiritual practice, or carried at a Pride event.
Queer Ancestor Poppets with Tava Baird and Rev. Ron Padrón
Saturday, May 16th, 2026 from 1:00-4:00pm
The Blue Ball Inn
Brucetown, VA
Come hang out in a historic haunted inn! This arts and crafts workshop will begin with a brief lecture from Rev. Padrón on queer-affirming spirituality, Queer Ancestor veneration, and the use of physical items such as poppets in creating talismans or spirit houses. Tava Baird will then lead participants through a hands-on workshop where they create their very own Queer Ancestor poppet!
Crafting Queer Ancestor Talismans
Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00pm
Frederick Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Frederick, MD
In this workshop participants will learn about different ways to work with Queer Ancestors, specifically the construction of physical items imbued with magical intention. Following a short guided journey, participants will work to create tokens, talismans, and amulets to commemorate our shared community ancestors. These mementos can be placed in the home, given as gifts, incorporated into a personal queer spiritual practice, or carried at a Pride event.