Those of you reading this probably know that I have been attending the annual Pantheacon convention in San Jose, California, for the past few years. I think it's important to understand the purpose of conventions and festivals like Pantheacon that are open to participation and the sharing of ideas and practices of all attendees. They give teachers and authors, groups and individuals, a chance to share ideas and practices. They give attendees a chance to learn in workshops and participate in rituals they might not otherwise be able to experience. So let's say you are the head of an occult order I'll call "Joe's Crimson Sunset." If you wanted to have a private meeting with other members of