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FIND COVENS, GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONS

 

A Networking Resource for Finding Covens, Pagans,

Spiritual Groups or Like-Minded Individuals in New York

 

ARE YOU A SEEKER LOOKING FOR A COVEN, GROUP, MEET UP? WITCHES AND PAGANS DO NOT PROSELYTIZE SO IT'S UP TO THE SEEKER TO SEARCH, CONTACT AND FIND TEACHERS. THIS IS JUST A RESOURCE FOR YOU TO REACH OUT.

 

We are happy to present this page for covens, groups and organizations in the locations listed below. This information on these pages is presented as submitted, we do not know many of the groups that are represented here and only remove groups if serious verifiable allegations are brought to our attention. We encourage you to please use your discretion when meeting strangers, and due diligence in researching the tradition and reputation of the leaders. We suggest you read this BLOG post prior to meeting possible teachers, as well as the DISCLAIMER page.

Hail and welcome Witches, Pagans, Wiccans and Heathens to the Mandragora Magika home page for New York!
 
BOLIVAR

 

SYLVAN SHADOWS CIRCLE

CITY: Bolivar

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Blended

CONTACT NAME: Christian

EMAIL: chizica@gmail.com

 

We are an open Circle that celebrates the Sabbats together. All the members come from different backgrounds, Wicca/Druid/Native American/Stregha/Eclectic....etc.

 

We do have a Facebook group that is used to announce the celebration dates. Everyone and anyone who wants a safe, fun place to celebrate their beliefs with likeminded is welcome.

BRONXVILLE

 

HEARTH OF THE WOODE

CITY: Bronxville

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Celtic Traditionalist Gwyddonaid

CONTACT NAME: Ciaran Woode and Aaliyah Woode

EMAIL: ciaran.woode@gmail.com

UPDATED: 4/18/2022

 

The Celtic Traditionalist Gwyddonaid (CTG) is a tradition which stems from the hereditary family lore of Lady Gwen (Gwynne) Thompson (1928-1986) and subsequent research and writings of Edmund M. Buczynski (Lord Gwydion) (1947-1989), founder of the Brooklyn Heights Coven with Lady Vivienne. The Celtic Traditionalist Gwyddonaid is based upon two textual sources. The first source is the Book of Shadows and other teachings of the New York Welsh Traditionalist Gwyddonaid (NYWTG or "Welsh Tradition"), as founded by Lord Gwydion. The second source is the Book of Shadows and other teachings of the Welsh Rite Traditionalist Gwyddonaid (WRTG), as founded by Lord Gwion.

 

Our coven is about self-transformation through a relationship with nature following the cycles of the Moon and honoring the Goddess and God at the Sabbats. We celebrate our connection to the Gods and nature with teachings of the Celtic Traditional Gwyddonaid and lessons of nature lore. Most of all initiates become part of our coven family. Practicing in an environment of love and trust is very important to us. Our mythological pantheon is derived from Celtic and Welsh folklore.

 

Hearth of the Woode is a newly hived coven that is open to all sincere seekers.We do not discriminate based on race, sexual orientation, or gender identity. You must be at least 18 years of age to apply. We are located close by the Metro North train that is a 35 minutes trip from the City therefore we are quite accessible to all in the Tri-State area. Please email us at ciaran.woode@gmail.com and ctglashette@gmail.com for further inquiry.

RIVERWOOD COVEN

CITY: Bronxville

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian

CONTACT NAME: Stream and Ciaran

EMAIL: riverwoodcoven369@gmail.com

UPDATED: 9/6/2022

 

RiverWood Coven is Gardnerian coven that is open to seekers who are looking to practice witchcraft in a structured manner. We are open to all seekers regardless of race, gender expression, sexuality, etc (We welcome everyone however we do not welcome ignorance within our coven). We teach the mysteries as was passed down by our uplines (if you need a vouch , we can provide those for you). We prefer seekers to have prior knowledge of witchcraft before contacting us however we are open to seekers of all levels. Please research Gardnerian Wicca before reaching out to us. Serious seekers and 18+ need only apply. We are located in Westchester County right off the Metro North line so we are accessible to all in the tri-state area. May the Gods guide you on your Journey! Blessed be, Stream and Ciaran

BUFFALO

 

DIVINATION STATION

CITY: Buffalo

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Divination Fire Witch

CONTACT NAME: Liz Whitacre

EMAIL: DivinationStationTarot@gmail.com

WEBSITE: DIVINATION STATION

 

I am Liz Whitacre and I run a group in Buffalo, NY. We focus on all forms of divination, herb magick, and crystals. We are intersectional and open to all paths. So far we have round table meet ups and creative nights.

NOCTURAL FLAME COVEN

CITY: Buffalo

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Nocturnal

CONTACT NAME: Rev. Marvin E. Carter

EMAIL: marvincarterj9@gmail.com

UPDATED: 10/31/2022

The Nocturnal Flame Coven is the order of the goddess Lilith. Seeking new members.

HUNTINGTON

 

LONG ISLAND BELTAINE

CITY: Huntington

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Varied

CONTACT NAME: Melissa

EMAIL: longislandbeltaine@gmail.com

WEBSITE: www.longislandbeltaine.org

 

Hello! We run the Long Island Beltaine festival, the Samhain Ball and the Yule Krampus event! We also promote other group events, meet ups, and gatherings. We have a page and group on Facebook to keep up to date on things going on!

 
 
NEW YORK CITY

 

CONGREGATION OF THE LAMP OF INVISIBLE LIGHT

CITY: New York City

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Thelema / Ceremonial Magic

CONTACT NAME: Juan

WEBSITE: https://congregationlil.org/

UPDATED: 5/16/2022

The Congregation of the Lamp of Invisible Light is a cabalistic and hermetic fraternity for all people interested in the spirituality of the New Aeon as expounded by the poet, magician and initiate Aleister Crowley. The main ritual and techniques have their origin in the dark arcanum of the ages.

 

The purpose of the Congregation is to spread the Light and to keep this light shining for any seeker that would like to partake of it. The ritual and service is offered to the public in general.

COVEN OF THE SECOND STAR

CITY: New York City

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: The Gala Tradition of Witchcraft - Wicca

CONTACT NAME: Nick

EMAIL: covenofthesecondstar@gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://uncrossingyourroads.teachable.com/

UPDATED: 4/26/2021

We are a Coven of gay and bisexual male witches based in New York City of the Gala Tradition of Witchcraft. We seek to provide a community for gay cisgender men to study and explore the Male Mysteries in their witchcraft practice. We also help gay men recall and reclaim their spiritual significance and how to navigate their power in a modern society.

 

We celebrate and nurture one's personal evolution as they walk their path. We celebrate the significance of each individual and how their presence contributes, informs and improves the Coven as a whole, and in turn, further enriches their own lives.

 

We provide gay and bisexual men a place to learn and/or deepen their practice within a 3-degree initiatory Wiccan Tradition. Blessed be

POLYHYMNIA COVEN

CITY: New York City

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian

CONTACT NAME: Rich Wandel

EMAIL: Rwandel@earthlink.net

We are a Gardnerian Coven in Queens, New York City. We specialize in the training of Wiccan priestesses and priests. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, or sexual orientation.

TEMPLE OF HECATE, INC

CITY: New York CIty

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Hecatean Wicca

CONTACT NAME: Lady Thalestris

EMAIL: info@Hecate.NYC

WEBSITE: TEMPLE OF HECATE

 

Conceived by High Priestess Laurie Bizzarro, and founded July 28, 2014, The Temple of Hecate, Inc. was the first incorporated Temple dedicated to the Goddess Hecate in New York State.

 

Our mission is to create a dedicated Temple to Our Goddess that rivals the grandest cathedral and can be accessed by the Pagan and Witch community 24 hours a day/7 days a week. We are here and open to All who wish to worship, whether alone or collectively, in a sacred space devoted to Our Great Mother.

 

While the temple is under construction, The Priesthood will continue to hold rituals to enable the New York City community to gather together in worship. We Honor and welcome any and all traditions who wish to use the space and join with others in the name of HECATE.

QUEENS COVEN

CITY: New York City

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian

CONTACT NAME: Mario Pabon

EMAIL: mapabon@gmail.com

 

Traditional Gardnerian coven in New York City. "Traditional" does not mean "conservative". We welcome people of all walks of life, but you must be openly accepting of LGBTQ, racial, and sexual equal rights.

 

We will not tolerate sexism, racism, ageism, nor all other bigotry of any form. We meet in Queens twice a month, but have coven members from all over the city. We train witches who are also priestesses and priests, and as such, we expect you to be able to meet the standards of what those titles imply.

 

Please note that attendance and training does not guarantee initiation, nor contacting us guarantee we will accept you as a pre-initate student. As much as you are trying to find the right fit for you, we are doing the same. After contacting via e-mail we will schedule an in person interview if we are currently accepting students.

 

We look forward to welcoming you back.

 

 

NYACK

 

ACORN GARDEN

CITY: Nyack

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Gardnerian

CONTACT NAME: William Seligman

EMAIL: acorn.garden@gmail.com

WEBSITE: ACORN GARDEN

 

Acorn Garden Grove meets primarily in Nyack, New York, USA. This is in Rockland County, within a reasonable driving distance of Westchester and Orange Counties in New York, and Bergen and Passaic Counties in New Jersey.

 

Acorn Garden has taught British Traditional Gardnerian Witchcraft for over twenty years. The teacher is a 3* Gardnerian Initiate. We're currently accepting seekers who are interested in the eventual goal of becoming a priestess or a priest of the Wicca.

 

Those without a sense of ethics or a sense of humor need not apply. Also, there are cats and occasional puppies.

 

We welcome all regardless of gender identity, sexual preference, or relationship style.

 

For more information, some definitions, a book list, and a contact link, please visit our web site at https://acorn.garden.

 

 

PLATTSBURGH

 

NORTHERN TIER PAGANS

CITY: Plattsburgh

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: General Paganism

CONTACT NAME: Sean Brace

EMAIL: Mhistyscoventree@yahoo.com

WEBSITE: FACEBOOK

 

We are a Facebook based group generally covering the Northern Counties of New York (Clinton, Essex, Franklin. But we do not limit members to just these areas). We are looking to bring more people out of their 'broom closets', to share there stories and learn from all those surrounding them! We do have dreams of hosting events to raise awareness and equality in the community!

 

POTSDAM

 

TEMPLE OF BABALON RISING

CITY: Potsdam

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Thelema

CONTACT NAME: Kathy Wilcox

EMAIL: mawkey@gmail.com

WEBSITE: FACEBOOK

 

We are forming a new, independent Thelemic temple and healing arts space open to practitioners of all disciplines who believe in the Law. We will be having workshops in yoga, aromatherapy, reiki, tarot, Kaballah and other topics once the space is complete.

 

 

 

ROCHESTER

 

 

COVEN ROCHESTER

CITY: Rochester

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Initiatory, Celebratory, Teaching

CONTACT NAME: Magister

EMAIL: covenrochester@gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://covenrochester.dreamwidth.org/

UPDATED: 4/25/2022

 

Gardnerian/Alexandrian lineage, with training and influences from the Old Craft. Our focus is on preserving old knowledge and skills, divination, and healing. We meet once per month, with four monthly meetings being the traditional Grand Sabbats (Candlemas, Beltane, Lammas, and Hallows), and the other monthly meetings being lunar Esbats. Accepting new members. Please feel free to inquire by email.

DAUGHTERS OF GAIA NAOS

CITY: Rochester

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Wiccan

CONTACT NAME: Shelly

EMAIL: DaughtersOfGaiaNaos@gmail.com

WEBSITE: DAUGHTERS OF GAIA NAOS

 

We are a Wiccan Coven designed for self-identified women members to become clearer representatives of the power and the beauty of the Old Ways, in service to the Gods, the People, and the Earth. To serve our sisters everywhere for, when one suffers, we all suffer. When one is oppressed, we all are oppressed. When we support each other in sisterhood, we nourish our beloved patron Goddess Gaia.

RIT PAGAN COMMUNITY

CITY: Rochester

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Pagan

CONTACT NAME: Rauncie Ryan RIT Pagan Chaplain

EMAIL: Goddessphoenixmedusa@gmail.com

UPDATED: 11/19/2020

 

The RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) Pagan Community is led by Chaplain and High Priestess Rauncie Ryan. Rauncie has been a practicing High Priestess for over 20 years. She is also the High Priestess for the Sisters of Medusa. Rituals for the full moons and holidays are offered throughout the school year. Rituals are open to RIT students, faculty, staff and members of the Rochester and surrounding communities. In addition, Rauncie is available for spiritual advise, guidance, handfastings, legal weddings, funerals and other life passage rituals.

ROYAL ORDER OF THE DANCING WITCHES

CITY: Rochester

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Fusion of Different Traditions

CONTACT NAME: Leticia

EMAIL: dancingcrownsusa@gmail.com

WEBSITE: FACEBOOK

UPDATED: 11/20/2020

 

This Coven has not officially started yet. However we would like to know how many are interested in joining. We will have music and dance as part of some events during the year and we will also do The World's Witches Dance every year!

SISTERS OF MEDUSA

CITY: Rochester

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Crone Circle

CONTACT NAME: Rauncie

EMAIL: Goddessphoenixmedusa@gmail.com

UPDATED: 11/19/2020

 

We hold open community rituals for holidays. Contact us to attend. We also offer online rituals. Our inner circle is for experienced crones who wish to join with others for practice and ritual.

 

SMITHTOWN

 

LONG ISLAND PAGAN ALLIANCE

CITY: Smithtown

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Eclectic Paganism

CONTACT NAME: Serene Beans

EMAIL: lipaganalliance@gmail.com

WEBSITE: FACEBOOK

UPDATED: 2/22/2022

 

To my fellow pagans and for the curious, I present to you a sacred online place to offer advice, teachings, rituals, celebrations and support for all. We will create events during specific times of the year as well as meet and greet events, both online and in person. There is no initiation, there is no set path here. We dedicate our time to create a safe and friendly environment so others can grow in a loving community without the threat of gatekeeping, toxic people, cults, ect. and offer services and assistance so your desires come to life. That is our mission. Please come and share your thoughts, experiences, and questions. Our members are here to help give insight. This group is LQBTQ+ friendly and accepts all types of paths, as long as you do no harm, you are welcome.

SUFFOLK COUNTY

 

HELLENIC POLYTHEISTS OF LONG ISLAND

CITY: Suffolk County

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Hellenic polytheism

CONTACT NAME: Tess

EMAIL: theresa.e.robertson"at"gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://meetu.ps/c/51NDg/4ddbF/d

UPDATED: 1/10/2023

 

We are an open group dedicated to putting on public rituals to honor the gods of the ancient Greeks. Our focus is on worship and rituals to build relationships and attune with deities. We draw from ancient sources, while recognizing both that there was variability in ancient practice and that we live in the modern world and sometimes creativity is necessary. Anyone of good will is welcome at our rituals!

 
NATURIAN

CITY: Suffolk County

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Nature spiritualist/wiccan

CONTACT NAME: Colette Bellaluna

EMAIL: bellalunaz888@gmail.com

UPDATED: 1/23/2023

 

The Naturian Way is a eclectic path dedicated to service to self and service to others drawing on Our Wiccan background and merging with the spiritually of the Aquarian Age. A open Tribe mentality no leaders all participate to the ebb and flow of the seasons and our love of the goddess thru ritual song feasting and fun. We observe the 8 sabbath of Wicca with ritual intention and fun. We meet at private houses and a lot outdoors at the local campground. The Naturian Way facilitator Lady Bella Luna has been public practicing magic with Long Island Betaine since 2001. Blessed Be all.

PAUMANOK ISLAND PROTOGROVE OF ADF

CITY: Suffolk County

TRADITION OR SPIRITUAL PATH: Ár nDraíocht Féin (ADF)

CONTACT NAME: Tess

EMAIL: theresa.e.robertson"at"gmail.com

WEBSITE: https://meetu.ps/c/3pYh4/4ddbF/d

UPDATED: 1/10/2023

 

Welcome! Greetings in the bounty of the Earth Mother, the blessings of the Gods, and the Way of the Wise. We are the Paumanok Island Protogrove of ADF, based in Long Island, NY. ADF (Ar nDraiocht Fein: A Druid Fellowship) is an international fellowship devoted to creating a public tradition of Neopagan Druidism.  We hold open, public rituals for the 8 High Days every year, as well as gathering for additional rituals, to host classes, to meet in fellowship, to participate in charity events, and to support our community. Rituals and other events are usually held in the Huntington, Long Island area (on the Nassau/Suffolk county border), but are sometimes further east. All people of good will are welcome! The Protogrove mainly follows the Norse tradition. However, any given ritual may draw from a different Indo-European culture (including Celtic, Roman, Greek, Vedic, Slavic, etc.). Check event descriptions for more details!

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