“Calling all stargazers!” says Time. “The so-called Full Buck Moon is on the horizon — so get ready to enjoy the show. As astronomy buffs might already know, this month’s full moon is due on July 16, and brings with it a… Continue Reading
Tomorrow, July 11 is the feast for the birth of Saint Bardesanes (155-233 e.v.), also known as Bar-Daisan, a Gnostic Christian poet from the Syrian city-state of Edessa, possibly of the Valentinian lineage. According to the Invisible Basilica, “Most modern scholars have… Continue Reading
Three years ago today, Sabazius X°, Grand Master General of United States Grand Lodge of Ordo Templi Orientis posted this statement on his personal FB feed: One of the great themes of Thelemic sociology is the emphasis on individuals over classes.… Continue Reading
Clarke’s Third Law: Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. Given the record high levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, might it make sense to find a way to use the greenhouse gas for the greater good? Fast… Continue Reading
Today, July 4, is Independence Day in the United States, celebrating the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Many Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies.… Continue Reading
Today, July 3, is the Feast of Jim Morrison, musician, poet, and psychonaut, best remembered for his role as lead singer of The Doors. Morrison suggested the band’s name after reading Aldous Huxley’s account of drug experiences, The Doors Of… Continue Reading
Now I’m not saying this is for everyone, and indeed I’m not entirely sure how I feel about it, but there’s a newish book out that may be interesting to the more adventurous among us: Semenology – The Semen Bartender’s… Continue Reading
The Frost Art Museum at FIU announces that Miami will be one of only three cities to present this major national exhibition “Art After Stonewall 1969 – 1989.” For the first time all of these amazing 200+ works of art… Continue Reading
Tomorrow, June 29, is the Feast of St. Simon Magus, who lived around 35 e.v. In Christian lore, he’s known as the magician who offered to pay the offered the disciples money for the power of the Holy Spirit (Acts 8:9-24).… Continue Reading
Starting last Friday, June 21, the Smithsonian Museum of American History is showing “Illegal to be You: Gay History Beyond Stonewall,” an display case highlighting John Waters’ artifacts and dozens of other items that showcase different aspects of gay history… Continue Reading