Elaphebolion

Elaphebolion

We are in the month of Elaphebolion, the ninth month of the ancient Attic calendar, which roughly corresponds to March/April in our modern Gregorian calendar. This month is dedicated to Artemis Elaphebolos—the Deer-Slayer—in honour of her roles as a huntress, guardian...

Summer Solstice (Litha)

The Summer Solstice occurs when one of Earth’s poles is at its maximum tilt towards the Sun. This takes place twice yearly: once in the Northern Hemisphere, once in the Southern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the date of the Summer Solstice is typically June...