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October 2024
Truely Unique News and Events.
2006 US HWY 301 South Wilson NC 27893
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Autumn is finally here. New Beginnings for many of us even though fall is usually dying down with Mother Nature. I can’t even tell you how many people I know that love this season above the rest. We have added so much to the store and as I write this we are decorating for the season. We say goodbye to Sheena; she is off to bigger and better adventures. Jess and Vickie is still with us and I am coming into the shop 2 to 3 times a week.
We have asked our volunteers to step in for now and help us out during the upcoming events. We are so grateful for all the help, support and patronized you all are giving us.
Blessings.

NEW and SALES

This month everything is on sale. How much you ask? Well come in and pick a coupon and see how much off your total order you will receive. 10% to 75% off of your order including all local artist items; One person will get their order completely FREE. Start your holiday shopping early. (Does not include layaway)
You will get your coupon when you are ready to check out.

Seasonal incense is in: Spiced Plum, Apple Spice, and Spirit of the harvest, vampire, zombie, pumpkin, Mabon, and Samhain.


Teas: Willow Tea, (made by Darlene and Jess) Orange Black Tea and Pumpkin Spice Tea is in.
Also Kay’s pumpkin pie spice. (We only make this one time a year.)


Have you picked up your Elderberry Tonic?
Over 58 different types of oils have been made and should be on the shelf by the end of the week. New candles, including soy and tin spiritual candles; have you seen the Mystic Candle display? New herbs and teas are stocked and ready for you.
New soap display made by Highland Lather LLC, they are so good and are flying off the shelf.
For the season we have Hazey Starr Design dolls. You have to come in and see them. Gem Bracelets; a new addition with handmade stone and bead bracelets. We now have 19 local artists selling their wares in our store and hopefully you will get to meet them during one of our holiday artist bazaars on the second Saturday of October, November and December.

Saturday October 19th 7 PM
Truely Unique’s Annual Halloween Bash
We are now selling tickets.
Singles $25 Couples $40 get your tickets at the store!

Local artist, readers, and venders.

Thursdays:
Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday in October. Oddities, bone jewelry, specimens, and curiosities. If you love creepy things or just have a close relationship with the dead; there are plenty of things here for you! From bone jewelry, to ornate frames filled with specimens, you never know what you will find here!

Fridays:
Tarot Reader
Looking for a Tarot reader? Never had a reading before but are curious to “dip your toe in?” Have questions or feeling stuck and just wanting some confirmation or guidance on a situation? Come talk to our reader, Senah! With over 10 years’ experience in reading tarot, she will give you an honest assessment of your situation as shown to her by the cards and your guides. This is a bit of how she works in her own words.
“Each Tarot reader has different gifts, and mine is insight into what’s going on with you at the moment. Fears and attitudes that maybe keeping you from moving forward. I use the Celtic Dragon deck with all my clients and my cards are gentle but very honest and straightforward. I understand that to get a good reading the recipient has to be open and I take that seriously and consider it an honor if you choose to get a reading from me. I want you to walk away feeling confident that the messages you get from the reading are uniquely yours and what you needed to hear in the moment.”
So if you have questions, are feeling stuck, or have never had a reading before and are feeling curious as to what it’s all about, come see her at Truely Unique on Fridays or every other Saturday. Or if you’re closer to Johnson County she is at our “sister” store Misty’s Mystical in Selma every other Saturday. Follow her @TarotbySenah on Facebook and Instagram for the Saturday dates. We look forward to seeing you!

Fridays:
Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.
Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

Classes and Events
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We are open Friday evenings during classes, and we open the store by appointments.
Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.

Friday October4th: 6 PM How to Make and Use a Manifestation Box: Join Jess in learning how to make your own personal manifestation box. Learn what it means to manifest, and the difference between a New Moon and a Full Moon. All materials supplied, leave with your own manifestation box, $20.00 or pre-pay $15.00.
Saturday October 12 Local Artist Bazaar: Shop local and Small Business.
We are having events 3 times this fall. Second Saturday in October 12, November 9, and December 14. Events start at 11AM and closes around 4 PM

Saturday October 5th: Noon. Crystals and stones class. Learn all about the differences and the qualities, how to use, clean and wear. $20.00

Saturday October 19th 7PM – Midnight: Truely Unique’s Annual Halloween Bash!!!!!!
Games, music, food, readers, contest, so many different treats this year!!!!!!
There will be a witches cackling contest, bingo game, Witches toss, and who knows what else will fall into play that night….(BYOB) Singles $25 Couples $40 get your tickets at the store! Please we will need volunteers for this event. Call the store.

Friday October 25th: 6PM. Open Discussion for Bone Class Members: Come join Danielle on an open discussion about Osteomancy, if you are a previous student and have questions, come and ask them! Are you a new student and are wondering what the old art of Osteomancy is all about; this is the event for you! Free event, tips appreciated.

Thursday, October 31st: 6 PM. A Special Samhain Osteomancy Class (Bone Throwing) for beginners with Wild Curiosities 6PM. Come and learn all about bone throwing and what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!

We will have a booth on Saturday, October 26, 10 AM to 4 PM Elm City Fest and car Show. Music, games, crafts, inflatables, food and car show. Swing by and say hi at Osvaldo and Kay’s home. We will be decorated for Halloween and handing out candy.

Other and Upcoming Events

Local Artist Bazaar: Shop local and Small Business. We are having events 3 times this fall. Second Saturday in October 12, November 9, and December 14. Events start at 11AM and closes around 4 PM
This will give everyone to show and sell their wares and for the rest of us to buy locally and with venders we know. Music, tea, mulled cider, soups and other goodies.
Call and look on Facebook to see what is happening each month.

Toad Song Farm
2024 has been a great year at Toad Song Farm so far, and we’re looking forward to lots more good things to happen this year. This time of year we are getting the greenhouse ready for winter and starting our propagation for next spring. Volunteer interns are always welcome to help with whatever projects we have in our queue. Weekends, Mondays, and Wednesdays are the days to come out if you want to lend a hand and learn a little more about herbs and plants.
Wise Women Retreat 2024 was a huge success! Our groups made fancy brooms and learned the witch’s dance. Lots of great food was shared, and we all had a chance to recharge our systems. Next year’s Wise Women Retreat is scheduled for September 19-21, 2025, and will be all about medicine making.
We’re hosting 2 more big events for this year:
First up is our Annual Dumb Supper and Samhain celebration that will be held on Saturday, October 26. Bring a pumpkin to carve, a dessert or snack food to share, and come dressed in your best ritual attire as we dine with our ancestors and share a special Samhain ritual.
The second big event is our annual Stone Soup Party and Yule feast on Saturday, December 21. Everyone is asked to bring something for the pot or for the table and a clean take away container. I’ll get 2 pots of soup started – 1 vegetarian, and 1 for omnivores. The stones and the items the community brings always makes the best pot of soup. We’ll spend the evening making merry with friends and neighbors. After the fellowship and feast, be sure to take some soup with you to share with those who can’t join us.
Look for us as we visit Truely Unique on the 2nd Saturday of October, November, and December. We plan to bring our non-plant products and Mary’s massage chair so you can see what all we have going on here at Toad Song Farm.
Stay in touch to learn about all the great things we plan to have going on in 2025. We’re introducing new products and plants for the spring and teaming up with other wonderful small businesses like Truely Unique to bring you a magical herbal experience.
Happy Fall and Blessed Be!
Mary Bevier, owner-operator @Toad Song Farm
www.toadsongfarm.com
Toadsongfarm@earthlink.net
(919) 815-6090

Introduction to Reiki: With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 4 per class. Must RSVP. Class held in Elm City: 104 North Pender St. Elm City 27822. Call and set up appointments for Reiki 2, 3 or Master/teacher course. 252- 373-2035

October Moon:
Hunters Moon

Full Moon = 17, New Moon = 2nd, Last quarter = 25, First quarter = 10th
Super Moon October 17th at 7:26th AM

Zucchini Parmesan Crisps

1 lb. zucchini or squash (about 2 medium-sized)
1/4 cup shredded parmesan 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray lightly with olive oil.
• Slice zucchini or squash into 1/4 inch-thick rounds. Toss rounds with oil, coating well.
• In a wide bowl or plate, combine breadcrumbs, parmesan, salt and pepper.
• Place rounds in parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides of each round, pressing to adhere. The mixture will not completely cover each round, but provides a light coating on each side.
• Place rounds in a single layer on baking sheets. Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over the rounds.
• Bake for about 22 to 27 minutes, until golden brown. (There is no need to flip them during baking — they crisp up on both sides as is.)

Please vote this November.

https://www.kettlespot.com/
Kettlespot .com is now selling our creative tea and incense online.
Go to the site and see all of the new items they have.
With every order this month we will be giving out a free gift from the store.

Samhain Cider:
2 quarts apple cider 1/2-cup sugar
1/2-teaspoon nutmeg 1/2-teaspoon cinnamon
1/4-teaspoon ginger 1/2 Cup apricot brandy
…In large pot combine the apple cider, the sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger. Simmer slowly on low heat for about 15 min. Add the brandy and serve cider while warm. Refrigerate the left over. Serves 8.

Stone of the Month by Path Seeker
Stone and Birthstone: October

Stone: Opal: Opals are in a class by themselves. As a species, opal is so unique its patterns have their own descriptive vocabulary. More than any other gem, each opal is distinctly individual. Opals are also the most delicate gemstones commonly worn and require special care.
Chakra: All Chakras, depending on color
Zodiac: Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, Pisces
Planet: Venus Element: Fire Vibration: 6
Typical colors: Some opals can display the phenomenon known as play-of-color; dazzling flashes of color that move as the stone is turned. Opals are the only gems that can show this effect, but not all opals do.
Healing: Perhaps due to their dynamic appearance, opals are associated with light and magic. As such, some credited opals with healing properties, especially for the eyes. So, pleasing to the sight, it inspires love and hope, innocence, purity, luck, happiness, protection, prosperity, creativity, inspiration, relationship and harmony
Oil Pairings: frankincense, sandalwood, juniper, lavender, orange
Cleanse: Opal is a relatively delicate gemstone that requires special cleaning care to avoid damage or discoloration. Avoid harsh chemicals like bleach, ammonia, and sulfuric acid as they can potentially damage or discolor the stone. It is best only to use gentle soaps and warm water to clean opal for a safe and successful result. Avoid hot water, if you choose to clean your opal yourself, use lukewarm water, a mild soap, and a soft cloth or brush; rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a soft cloth afterwards. Keep in mind that these pieces are delicate and should be handled with care when cleaning. Opal is a relatively delicate gemstone
that requires special cleaning care to avoid damage or discoloration. Here are some tips on how to properly clean opal stones.
Goddess / Gods: Zeus the God of lightning, Aphrodite Greek goddess of love, Eros Greek god of love and desire
Charging: Placing an opal stone in the full moon’s light is another way to cleanse it. This process helps remove any negative energy and restore its natural balance, so be sure to do this on a clear night when the moon is in its fullest. Leave the stone in the moonlight for a few hours before retrieving it and wiping it down with a soft cloth.

A four Corners (Crossroads) Blessing
(Facing each of the 4 winds or 4 roads)

I call upon……Our ancestors……Our guardians…….Our spirit guides…….Our angels…..

To show me what to do To aid me in my choices
To warn me and to protect me. On this All Souls week.

The hear and now The news to come
The warning concerns The path to follow
Ask your Question. Receive your answer.

Samhain, Celtic New Year, Halloween, All Hallows Eve

Summers end, Time to honor and communicate with those no longer with us. Honoring the bountiful Harvest and preparing for winter. A New Year.
Colors: Orange and black.
Herbs: Mugwort, sage, cinnamon, nutmeg, catnip, angelica root, valerian, frankincense, basil, yarrow and clove.
Foods: Corn, pumpkin, squash, apples, oak, gourds, pork, and nuts.
Rocks & Stones: Jasper to protect you from uninvited spirits, obsidian, opal, and onyx.
Incense and oils: Dragons Blood, Frankincense, Fire, Diana of the forest, Patchouli, Spiced Plum, Apple Spice, and Spirit of the harvest, vampire, zombie, pumpkin, Mabon, and Samhain. Sandalwood juniper, lavender or orange.
Shopping List: Candles, Alter Items, Herbs, Stones, Incense, Wands, Magical Spoons, Goblets, Cauldrons, Pendulums, Scrying mirrors, Crystal balls, Besoms.
Blessed Be

Take your favorite stuffing mix and stuff a pumpkin and bake in the oven. Make a wonderful autumn dinner.

Please vote this November.

Supporting Businesses, we work with and support.
Many carry our products: Supporting and visiting them supports us. Want to be added to our collective list? Contact Sheena at the store. We are looking for other stores to carry our handmade incense and teas.

VEE HERB TEA at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount.
veeherbtea@gmail.com they are now selling some of our teas and incense.

Ancient Audio sells albums, jewelry, second hand goodies, and so much more.

3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com

Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/

Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.

Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm

Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/

Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. https://www.facebook.com/RavensFur.farm

Kettle Spot providing home goods, kitchenware and goodies with less plastic!
https://www.kettlespot.com/

Mystical Mystic Candles in Selma NC https://mysticalmysticandles.com/

Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/

Wanted Authors: We are looking for people who would like to write small articles for our newsletter. If you are interested please email me at support@truelyunique.com

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May 2024

Sales

Remember us for Mother’s Day!

Journals 25% Off

Spiritual Bath Bags Buy Two Get One Free

Books 20% Off

Tea Sets 25% Off

Crystal Earth Silver Jewelry and Alchemy Jewelry 25% off

Many In Store Sales constantly happening.

Classes and Events
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class.

Materials included.
We are now open Friday nights.

May 3rd 6pm: Beltane/May Day Come join us in ushering in Spring. Bring a dish or such, we will set up in the back around the fire weather permitting. Informal, open circle to pay our respects, to honor our roots. Free event!
May 4th 12pm: Awaken the North Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group will be on sight at the store on May 4th for a building blocks session and then back on May 18th for a hangout. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/

May 10th 6pm: How To Make A Manifestation Box: Join Dragon’s Cauldron in learning how to make your own personal manifestation box. Learn what it means to manifest, and the difference between a New Moon and a Full Moon. Class lasts about an hour, $20.00 and leave with your own manifestation box, pre-pay $15.00.
May 17th 6pm: How to Make a Poppet: Let’s go down a rabbit hole shall we? There are many ways to use a poppet, a doll, and let’s just say its not your everyday use. Come learn the history of poppets, and how to make one. $20.00
May 18th 12pm: Awaken the North Awaken the North Meet and Greet: …Cody Lee as an Emissary of the Awaken the North group will be on sight at the store on May 4th for a building blocks session and then back on May 18th for a hangout. Who are the Awaken The North? Awaken the North, is a movement towards the healing of the Asatru faith. We are a pre-Christian religion that is being re-constructed. Our goal at Awaken the North, is to provide a place for all kindred’s and solitary practitioners to gather, learn, and grow. We are hoping to connect Asatruars, under every banner. https://awakenthenorth.org/
May 24th 6pm: Intro to Draconic Magick with Dragon’s Cauldron: Come join the Dragon Witch for a night of dragons…! She will take you to another level, if you’re ready. This class is to introduce you to working with the dragons and finding your inner Dragon. Come talk dragons with Dragon’s Cauldron. Class is $20 and a 2 hour class, pay in advance and its only $15. (A new feature has been added….You can’t make it, but want to be a part of it? Dragon’s Cauldron is going to do a Zoom Meet that night. You must be registered 3 hours before hand to receive the link to log in with. If you are interested in this option please get in touch with the store or Dragon’s Cauldron for ways to pay.)
May 30th 6pm: Osteomancy Class (Bone Throwing) for beginners with Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch. Come and learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!

May 31st 6pm: Open Discussion for Bone Class Members Come join us on an open discussion about Osteomancy, if you are a previous student and have questions, come and ask them! Are you a new student and are wondering what the old art of Osteomancy is all about; this is the event for you! Free event, tips appreciated.
Future Events:
June 14th – 15th 7am-5pm: 301 Endless Yard Sale: Here we go again this year. We are a ping on the map for the Endless 301 Yard Sale, we have space for 30 vendors, $10.00 a spot for a 10×10. Are you interested? Now is the time to start signing up. Contact the store and register.

December 2023

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Holiday Savings and Information.
Please shop with us for relaxing, fun and games during your holiday shopping. We worked really hard to get something for everyone. We have the best stocking stuffer around. We have some very interesting ornaments. Our staff will help you cross off your list the gifts for everyone in your family. Don’t forget co-workers and teachers.
Every week a new surprise or game will be played with extra savings. Weekly Sales will be posted. (If you do not have Facebook, call us and we will tell you the weekly sales.)
Goodies are always on the table to eat while you are shopping. Hot apple cider and tea every Friday and Saturday and homemade soup on Saturdays.

We are so happy that you choose to support our store and local businesses this year before going to the big box stores and online. A small business supports more in our own local community than larger stores and online shopping. Make a trip to come and see us this season. You will be surprised to see all that we carry for everyone in the family. We all thank you in advance for shopping with us and keeping our doors open for 19 years.

We will be open on Fridays noon to 8PM and Saturdays from noon to 6 PM starting Nov 10th
For last minute shoppers:
In December we will open Sunday the 24th from noon to 4 for Christmas Eve.
Closed the 25th and 26th of December.
Closed December 31 and January 1.

We will open the store by appointments if you cannot get here during regular hours.
Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.

Sales
We are ready for the Holiday Season with gifts for you to complete your holiday list.
Remember we have the BEST selection of stocking stuffers and small gifts.
Each week new sales and games.
Classes
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Friday December 1st 6PM: Candle Magick: After this class you will know many ways to make your candles do more, how to dress a candle and how to make it work better for you. $15.00.

Saturday December 2, 2 PM: The Magick of Herbs with Kay. Join us in folklore, uses, potions, and more when working with herbs every day. $15.00

Friday, December 8 at 6pm: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: The meaning of Yule and Sabbaths. Free Event.

Saturday, December 9, 2 PM: Candle Magick. Learn how to use candles in decoration as well as magic. $15.00

Friday, December 15th, 6 PM: Gathering around the fire. Glimmers the small moments in life we often miss: Find time to find joy and happiness in life. Count your blessings. Topic: The meaning of Yule and other December holidays. Free Event.

Saturday December 16, 2 PM: Ask the Crone questions. Write down a question and come to this discussion with others and ask your question. Kay will answer your questions with what she has learned and her opinions for each one. The more questions and people in the class, the more you will learn. $15.00 Class will be from one hour to 3 hours.

***Thursday, December 21 at 6pm: This is our newest class for Truely Unique, Wild Curiosities and the Dragon Witch will be offering an Osteomancy class for beginners! Come and learn what it all entails, down to even walking off with your very own kit. $50 for the class, pre-register, and its $40!

Services and POP-UP Vending
Every Thursday, Friday and Saturdays we have venders in the store selling their items for you.
Watch Facebook to see who will be in the store each week.

Taylor Jewelry will be in (some days to be announced) and wrapping his stones and making jewelry for you.

Wild Curiosities will be selling her wares every Thursday. Oddities, bone jewelry, specimens, and curiosities. If you love creepy things or just have a close relationship with the dead; there’s plenty of things here for you! From bone jewelry, to ornate frames filled with specimens, you never know what you will find here!

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens. Every Friday and Saturday. You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing every Friday afternoons with Darlene. By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com
or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

Elm City Christmas Parade December 10th 3 PM
You are welcome to come in and sit on our porch to watch the parade.

Toad Song Farm December 21st. Stone Soup Evening.

Moon
Full moon= Dec 27 3rd quarter= Dec 5 new moon= Dec 12 1st quarter Dec 19
Cold moon: This is a great time to plan, and set goals for the New Year.
Open up your homes, your lives with your friends during Yule on December 21.
Sunrise 7:22 AM sunset 5:05 PM Longest night of the year.

“Yule is the true spirit of Mother Earth. Yule is the rebirth of the seasons. Without Yuletide, Mother Earth cannot heal herself. . . will wither and die. That is why it is so important that I reawaken the spirit within mankind. Help them to believe again. Because it is their power of belief; their love and devotion that heals the land.”
Brom, Krampus: The Yule Lord

Turquoise
By Pathseeker
Chakra: Heart Chakra, Throat Chakra, Third Eye Chakra Zodiac: Scorpio, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces Vibration: 1 Element: Earth/Air/Fire Colors: turquoise, blue, green, yellow-green. Element: Venus & Neptune. Oil Pairings: clove, cypress, Palo Santo, fennel, frankincense, and rosemary.
Healing: Purification, Serenity, Protection, Wisdom, Balance, Strength, Friendship, Love, Positive thinking., Sensitivity
How to use Turquoise spiritually: Turquoise is a calming and refreshing stone that can heal and comfort the spirit and the physical body. It can also help you connect to the spiritual world and balance the male and female energies
Turquoise is a protective stone that was used to make amulets and is especially powerful at the throat chakra 2.
To use Turquoise for spiritual purposes, you can wear it as jewelry or carry it with you in your pocket or purse. You can also meditate with it by holding it in your hand or placing it on your body. Meditating with Turquoise can help you enter a peaceful state of relaxation and aid in stress-relief and the elimination of negative energies It is also believed that Turquoise can help stimulate the initiation of romantic love as well as friendship. Please note that the information provided is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice or treatment.
Spearmint
By Wynter Kechara
Scientific Name: Mentha spicata Folk Names: Brown Mint, Garden Mint, Green Mint, Green Spine, Lamb Mint, Mackerel Mint, Mismin, Our Lady’s Mint, Spire Mint, Yerba Buena

Medicinal Uses: digestive aid, anesthetic, decongestant, infection prevention, soothes menstrual cramps. Good for flues, colds, ingestion, gas, & cramps. A stimulant, antispasmodic, diuretic, digestive, muscles, intestines, & circulation. Good for nervous system. Good for flues, colds, ingestion, gas, & cramps. Safe for children. The oil is not for use during pregnancy.
Spiritual Powers: healing, love, mental powers, protection, prophetic dreams, anger management Magical Applications: Spearmint is used in all forms of healing. Smelling Spearmint sharpens mental powers. Placed in an herb pillow and placed under pillow can protect the sleeper.
Magical Substitution: Peppermint Gender: Feminine
Planet: Venus Element: Water
Sacred herb of the Druids and East Deity: Juno
Astrological sign: Libra Parts Used: leaves and flower tops

Butter Rum and Butter Beer
(Popular with the Harry Potter crowd)
Rosemary Grace
Buttered rum was a popular recipe in colonial America, and it’s easy to see why — it’s GOOD. You can brew this up in your crockpot, ladle out a nice big mug and sit by the fire on a chilly winter evening. It’s the perfect warm drink for Yule. If you leave out the rum, your kids can enjoy it too (here’s a tip — when your little one wants to have a Harry Potter party, make a rum-free pot of this recipe and call it butter beer). Ingredients:
2 Quarts apple juice 2 C firmly packed brown sugar
1 stick butter (use the real stuff, not margarine) 3 Tbs. cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves 1 tsp. nutmeg
2 C. your favorite rum Refrigerated whipped dessert topping
Cinnamon sticks and nutmeg for garnish
Preparation: Warm up the apple juice and brown sugar in a pot. Add the butter (dice up the stick before you put it in there, so it’ll melt faster). Stir until the butter is melted. Add the spices and the rum. Cover the pot, and simmer on low for 2 – 4 hours. Ladle into mugs for serving. Top each with a dollop of whipped topping and a cinnamon stick. Sprinkle with a dash of nutmeg.
Crockpot Wassail
1/2 gallon apple cider 1 cup cranberry juice 1/2 cup honey 2 orange cut into sections 2 or 3 cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon allspice 1 teaspoon ginger 1. Plug in crockpot and put on low. Add the apple cider and cranberry juice. 2. Mix well with spoon. Add honey. 3. Cut oranges and add to the mixture. Drop in cinnamon stick 4. Add allspice and ginger stir well. Add more apple cider if needed. 5. Cook on low heat for two hours or more. Stir occasionally. Serve hot.

Supporting Businesses We work with and support. Many carries our products: Supporting and visiting them supports us also.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
The Dandelion at 307 N Berkeley Blvd Suite J, Goldsboro, NC https://gotothedandelion.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market
Dharma’s Love (https://www.dharmaslove.com/) (Fuquay Varina)
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Blended Family Farm https://www.facebook.com/people/Blended-Family-Farm-NC/100080928990297/
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Mystical Mysti Candles 1024S. Pollock St, Selma NC. Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES
The Novel Nest Bookstore. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534
Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. https://www.facebook.com/RavensFur.farm

Road Trip
Looking for something to do with your friends, group, and coworkers? Plan a Road Trip. Give us 24 hours’ notice and invite 3 or more people to socialize and shop at our store making a $350.00 purchase (all guest combined). We will have goodies, a free gift for each person, and the organizer will get a $10.00 gift certificate. Every member shopping will also get 10% off their totals.

We are looking for people who would like to write small articles for our newsletter. If you are interested please email me at support@truelyunique.com

Truely Unique News and Events Sept 2023

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Classes

Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.

We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Friday, Sept 8th, 6PM Pendulum Class with Sheena:  Hands on class on how to use a pendulum and ways it can help you. Bring your pendulum if you have one otherwise one will be provided.  $15.00

Sat 9th, 2 PM Sage and Smudge with Sheena: Learn the many ways you can protect yourself, your stuff and your home. $15.00

Friday, Sept 15: 6 PM to 8 PM: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: Mabon and Fall Equinox.  Bring a Mabon dish to share with others for a light snack.   

Friday, September 22, 6 PM:  September:  we will embrace the passion of fire.

Sales

Crystal Earth Studios and Pepi Jewelry all for 25% off.

Crystal Earth Jewelry is real silver and real stones.

Rings and pendants

Pepi jewelry is pewter and silver and come in runes, birthstone hearts, and talismans.

Plan ahead and get one for a holiday gift.

All patches and bumper stickers are 50% off

True Himalayan salt lamps are 75% off.

Salt lamp cord replacements are $8.00

Wind chimes and hanging talismans are 50% off.

Stop by and look through the basket of package herbs on sale 50% off

More one of a kind sales up to 75% off

 Truely Unique News and Events JUNE 2023

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Classes
Call to reserve your space. Pay in advance and save $5.00 on each class. Materials included.
We will be open Friday nights when there is a class.

Friday June 9, 5 PM Pendulum Class: Hands on class on how to use a pendulum and ways it can help you. Bring your pendulum if you have one otherwise one will be provided. $15.00

Sunday, June 11, 1 PM Introduction to Reiki: With Reiki Master Osvaldo Soto. Learn the basics of Reiki and what it can do for you. This hour long course will answer all of your questions. $30.00, when you choose to take Reiki 1, you will receive $15.00 credit on Reiki 1. Limit 3 per class. This class is at 104 North Pender St Elm City.

Highway 301 Giant Yard Sale June 16th and 17th
7 AM to 2 PM and yes people are already there at 7 AM.
Vender booth spaces are available for $10.00 for both days. Sign up soon.

Friday, June 23: 5 PM to 8 PM: Spiritual Night Out: Free event. Socialize, discuss a variety of topics. Topic this month is: The power of fire. If weather permits, we will be outside around a fire.

Saturday June 24, 1PM: Meditation, Grounding and Centering Class: Learn a way for your brain to teach your body to relax and de-stress. Take this class for the first time, or a refresher to better your skills. Class is 2 hours long $15.00.

Services:

Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens. Every Friday and Saturday
You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing
Every Friday afternoons with Darlene.
By appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.
Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com
or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.

Events coming soon!

Wizarding Weekend in Wilson sponsored by Casita Brewing Company and Wilson Arts.
July 28 thru July 30.

The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC presents to you,
Reading For Our Future.
Sponsored by and at Truely Unique.
Saturday, August 26, 2023
Noon to 6 PM
A back-to-school reading event for the youth here in Wilson.
We want to deliver something positive for this community in hopes of directing our youth towards other paths in life where they can thrive and be successful! We have a spectacular lineup for you! There will be hairstylists and barbers on set to give back to school cuts FREE of charge, donating their time and service to our children! We have FREE face painting for the kids as well as games and prizes! There will be raffles for the parents with awesome prizes. Including apparel from DumbRich! We have some amazing vendors serving you with some of their talented work! There is way too much to list!
If you are interested in being a vendor reach out!!
If you want to donate school supplies please drop them off at either store before the event.
If you want to volunteer please contact us.
We look forward to seeing you there! You’re not going to wanna miss it!

The Yearly project for you will continue in the fall.
But start it or continue throughout the summer. In January we had you make negativity box to write down all past negativity, hurt and anger and put it in the box. For February we had you looking for something that makes you happy. A moment in time to feel true happiness. March is for self-love. Make time in your life to thank yourself, to hug yourself, to feel good about something you have done. We often forget to pat our self on our own back for simple gesture or event. April we met for awakening and creating positive energy around yourself. September: we will embrace the passion of fire.

Moon
Full moon= June 3 3rd quarter= June 10 new moon= June 18 1st quarter June 26
The Full Strawberry Moon. Known to every Algonquin tribe. Europeans called it the Rose Moon.

Stones: Amethyst
Chakra Third Eye Chakra, Crown Chakra
Zodiac Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Planet Jupiter Element Air, Water Vibration 3
Typical colors Slightly-pinkish violet to a deep grape purple
Healing Increases nobility, Spiritual awareness, Psychic abilities, Inner peace and healing, of body, mind & soul, Positive transformation, meditation, balance, relieves stress, and Communication.
Amethyst is a variety of Quartz and is a 6th Anniversary gemstone.
Oil Pairings Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Lavender or Chamomile.
Goddess / Gods Artemis Greek Goddess of the Hunt, and Childbirth.

Saturday June 24, 2023
Summer Solstices/ Mid-Sommer
Also called: Summer Solstice, Litha, St. John’s Day
Colors: yellow, gold, rainbow colors
Tools: bonfires, Sun wheel, Earth circles of stone energy: partnership
Incense: Frankincense, dragons Blood, Sandalwood.
Stones and gems: jade, Green Garnet, Malachite, and Crystals.
Herbs: Mugwort, Mistletoe, Yarrow, Vervain, St. John’s Wort, Rue, Basil, Cinnamon, Mints, Lavender, Rosemary, Fennel, thyme, and Fennel. St. John’s Wort is to only bloom in this season. An extra blessing if it blooms on St. John’s Day
Goddesses: Mother Earth, Mother Nature
Gods: Father Sun/Sky, Oak King,
Rituals: community, career, relationships, Nature Spirit communion, planetary wellness
Customs: bonfires, processions, all-night vigil, singing, feasting, celebrating with others.

Herb of the Month: St John’s Wort

Medicinal: Anti-inflammatory, astringent, nervine, sedative, aids with stomach, blood, liver, & nerves. A good blood purifier, excellent to topical wounds & boils. Relieves stress and anxiety. May be used as a mild depressant. Prolonged use may lead to photosensitivity. Not with anti-depressants, HIV medicine

Spiritual: Health, protection, strength, love, divination, & happiness. When placed by the window, this herb will protect you from thunderbolts, fire & evil spirits. Make a protective amulet from the flowers. Flowers a few days after midsummer. Male, Sun, Fire.
Sales

All Jewelry 25% off

Statues are buy one get one ½ off (equal of lesser value)

Great for Fathers Day

All goblets, bells, and cauldrons 25% off

New Candles are in from Mystical Mysti Candles made in Selma NC.

We have African Orishas beads

More in-store sales throughout the month.

Supporting Businesses We work with and support. Many carries our products:
Supporting and visiting them supports us also.
3 Keys Conjure/Witchcraft Thrift Store. 650 Old Vanceboro Rd. New Bern NC 28560-8857
doctor_possum@yahoo.com
Dancing Moon at 1840 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC carries our teas and incense. https://www.dancingmoonraleigh.com/
The Dandelion at 307 N Berkeley Blvd Suite J, Goldsboro, NC https://gotothedandelion.com/
Create Your Dreams (https://createyourdreams.com/) Shares our news with all.
Your Herbal Health at Tar River Flea Market. 1820 S Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount. https://www.alignable.com/rocky-mount-nc/your-herb-health-the-tar-river-flea-market
Dharma’s Love (https://www.dharmaslove.com/) (Fuquay Varina)
Toad Song Farm https://www.facebook.com/toadsongfarm
Blended Family Farm https://www.facebook.com/people/Blended-Family-Farm-NC/100080928990297/
Wild Curiosities https://wildcuriosities94.com/
Mystical Mysti Candles 1024S. Pollock St, Selma NC. Mystical Mysti Candles – MYSTICAL MYSTI CANDLES
The Novel Nest Bookstore and Manic Creations, LLC. 120 Goldsboro St Wilson. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089859639534

One of our local artist, Ravens Fur made our “We are Truely Unique” Coffee Cups. This is our fund raiser for the year. Buying a cup or two will make great gifts as well as supporting one or more of our favorite community projects. They make great gifts.

Having a hard time getting to the store during regular hours? Remember; call and make an appointment 24 hours in advance and we will open for you.

Services:

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Tarot Card Reading with Senah Owens Every Friday and Saturday
You can schedule through Truely Unique or by email at tarotbysenah@yahoo.com or drop in and wait for a space. She is also selling Gift Certificates for future readings.

Clearing and balancing your Chakras: Chakra Healing/Balancing are now available on Friday afternoons with Darlene by appointment or walk-in. Tuning forks, crystals and/or Reiki energy are used to help clear and balance the energy of the 7 main chakras. A thirty minute session is $30.00.
Also available is a chakra oracle reading session that can focus on a specific chakra. Approximately 10 minutes for $5.00 per oracle card. Darlene is a Reiki master/teacher with a chakra certification and 30 years’ experience in healing energy. Email dcandrey@hotmail.com
or contact Truely Unique for an appointment.