Lydia has been part of the Pagan community in South Suburban Chicago for almost 30 years. She is a certified Reiki Master Healer. She has been reading Tarot and Tealeaves for over 20 years. She considers herself to be “Spiritually Eclectic” as her Spiritual Self is her own. She teaches classes and has workshops on many subjects including Hoodoo and Voodoo.

Currently she is one of the owners of Just Witchy’s in Oak Forest IL. Just Witchy’s has been in business for over 6 years, providing goods and services to the community.

She will be leading a discussion and a make and take Gris Gris bag class and demonstration. A Gris Gris bag is very similar to a spell bag or charm bag. It is a bag or a piece of fabric filled with herbs, stonesor other objects for different magical workings. She looks forward to seeing you at Pagan Pride.

Hunter Trombetta  is the manager at The Pride Spiritual Shop in Hammond, IN with over 10 years of experience in the metaphysical world! She is a Reiki Master, Licensed Massage Therapist, as well as a Lenormand Card Reader. She has a passion for making her own herbal tea blends, which inspired her to learn tea leaf reading! Join Hunter for a cup of tea at her tea party with a little magic and divination! 

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Bob Anderson host of paranormal radio show and podcast, "Bob After Dark" invites you to hear him discuss some of his favorite stories of the supernatural, and some of his own paranormal encounters. He also invites you to share your own with him on stage as well! 

Bob Anderson is a paranormal radio personality/podcast host based out of Chicagoland. His show, Bob After Dark, has a mixture a of paranormal investigation, cryptidzoology, folklore, and a bit of comedy sprinkled in. When not speaking, Bob sells original human designed, paranormal themed clothing under the banner, "Apperal-Normal." 

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This workshop explores manifestation through a pagan lens, focusing on intention-setting, energy alignment, and practical techniques rooted in magickal traditions. Participants will learn how to work with personal energy, timing (including lunar phases), and simple ritual practices to bring their goals into focus. Whether you are new to manifestation or looking to deepen your existing practice, this session offers approachable tools you can begin using right away.

Chrissie Moore is the owner of Astral Auras and has been practicing paganism for over a decade. With a strong foundation in energy work and spiritual practice, she brings a grounded, real-world approach to magick that is both accessible and empowering. Through her shop and community events, Chrissie is passionate about helping others connect with their intuition, explore their spiritual path, and confidently incorporate magick into their everyday lives.