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Programme of Events 2011
January 12th - Check your Transits with Paul Newman
Bring your chart for the popular "Transits for the Year" - and see what the planets have in store for this coming year. Give your details to Muriel who will load them into the computer for Paul to interpret using the data projector.
February 9th : Dymphna Russell - The Healing Rays of the Planet
In her talk tonight, Dymphna will be speaking on how to utilise the energies and transformative powers of these heavenly bodies. Every planet plays a role in our lives and each planet has its own healing energy. You can tap into this wonderful free energy to keep your life in balance i.e. mind, body and spirit. Each planet is a living entity alive with energy and you can harness this healing power to help you in your daily life. Dymphna will take us on a journey through the birth chart so we can discover for ourselves the healing rays of the planets.
March 9th : Derek Hawkins - Uranus in Aries
Uranus returns to Aries this month to start a journey there that will take us through to 2019. Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius and Humanity and Aries is the Sign that represents the initial spark of energy that begins all life, so we are therefore witness to the dawning of a New Age for Humanity. In his tonight, Derek will look at how each of the 12 Zodiac Signs will be influenced by Uranus as it seeks to raise our consciousness and give us a new take on life. We are only limited by the choices we make and are standing on the threshold of exciting and life changing possibilities.
April 13th : Chris Harwood - "Astrology "- a Magnetic Attraction
As a Marine Navigator, Chris had the daily task of observing the movement of the Sun, Moon, Stars and Planets, using only a sextant, compass and nautical tables. In his talk tonight he examines the possibility that planetary influence can be shown to be physical, not directly like a ray or beam but in stages of magnetic transfer via both the Sun and Earth's magnetic fields. Chris believes that the final stage of magnetic resonance manifests when a person's chart is transferred to the earth's static field giving rise to both local space astrology and astro-ography. He demonstrates that neither of these phenomena would be possible without a physical planetary influence.
May 11th : PHOEBE WYSS - "THE TITANS AWAKE" A CHANGE TO THE ADVERTISED SPEAKER
The repercussions of the present Uranus - Pluto square in our personal lives. These two planetary giants of havoc and upheaval are combining in a transiting strong and long square aspect. Its effects are already showing in the revolutionary struggles of Libya, Syria and other Middle Eastern countries. But where will the titans exert pressure and enforce radical change in our personal lives?
June 8th : Chris Mitchell - Grand Conjunctions, the Black Death and Medieval Astrology
Chris will looking at what techniques medieval astrologers used to make their predictions, citing the work of Gersonides, a learned rabbi and brilliant mathematician, who was commissioned by the Vatican to look at the significance of the Grand Conjunction of 1345. Conjunctions of Jupiter and Saturn were also considered important by medieval astrologers since they only change element every 240 years and therefore these cycles can set the stage for thousand year periods. The manuscripts written by Gersonides show not only how he came to his conclusions but also give insight into the house system used and Chris will try out these techniques tonight too see what plagues may be afflicting us today.
July 13th : Pat Hutton - Second Part of Chart Analysis
Following the talk last year on chart shapes as a beginning to interpretation, the next stage is to look at the Phase of the Moon under which we are born and the balance of the elements and modes. The Moon, whether full or at it's quarter, or whichever part of it's cycle, has something to tell us. Combing this with a cardinal, earthy chart, or a fixed air type, will give further 'clues' about the 'type' of person we are analysing.
August 10th : Paul Newman - Degree Symbols
Paul takes an overview of the many sets of pictorial zodiac degree symbols from Ancient Egypt to the present day from different collections,including a look at your own special Sun picture.
September 14th : Eileen Richardson - Chiron - The Wounded Healer Returns
By exploring the mythology of Chiron, we will look at the charts of modern day Chironian heroes, such as Simon Weston. Chiron, the maverick healer/teacher works in the lives of many alternative therapists/spiritual teachers, transforming them through Chironian themes. Bring your charts and your Chironian stories and we will re-examine what Chiron means to all.
October 12th : Anthony Thorley - "Finding Astrology in the Living Landscape"
Landscape Zodiacs provide a unique opportunity to explore astrological principles in a living landscape. In his talk Anthony will share his experiences of ritual journey and pilgrimage in zodiacal landscapes, and the way in which embodying astrology in the land gives rise to a rich tissue of synchronicities and unexpected events which facilitates personal transformation and deeply challenges ideas of simple temporal causality. Anthony Thorley is a retired psychiatrist who has been researching landscape energies traditions and history for over thirty years. He is slowly writing a book about Masonic influences in eighteenth-century Bath entitled 'Sacred City, Secret City' and is currently developing a PhD on Landscape Zodiacs at University of Wales, Trinity St David, where he teaches sacred geography. With his wife Celia Gunn he runs pilgrimages which explore earth-sky correspondence and together with astrologer, John Wadsworth, co-facilitates the workshop programme: 'The Alchemical Journey'. See www.earthskywalk.com and http://www.thealchemicaljourney.co.uk/
November 9th : Crystal Addy - Ritual & Divination in the Ancient World
Astrology in the ancient world was always seen as a form of divination involving communication with divine beings and entities. Tonight, Crystal will explore various forms of ancient divination - astrology, oracles and dream incubation - and the rituals and practices associated with them as well as considering the role of omens, symbols and signs in the divinatory rituals. She will explore ancient phenomena, including the astrological practice of kartarche, and consider the possible implications of these ancient ritual practices for modern astrological practice. Crystal will also be looking at Charts that raise some of the ideas she presents.
December 14th : Christmas Party
Bring some mince pies and other festive goodies, and a small gift for the Tub. Enjoy some fun and games, look back on the old year and prepare for the new.
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Programme of Events 2010
Jan 13th : Check Your Transits - with Paul Newman
Bring your chart for the popular 'Transits for the Year' - and see what the planets have in store for the coming year. If you have your chart on acetate, these can be put up on the OHP or alternatively chart details given to Eileen - EileenMcAdam@aol.com - 01202 697610 can be put up on the Data Projector.
Feb 10th : Medical Astrology - David Broom
David Broom is a Medical Herbalist and has been interested in Astrology for over 40 years. He considers the planetary cycles to be unique in helping to diagnose the root causes of disease and in his talk tonight he will show how they relate to the key concepts of our physiology and emotions.
March 10th: Face to Face with Uranus The Awakener - Judy Hall
Uranus enters Aries on 28th May 2010 giving us the opportunity to shift both our personal consciousness and that of humanity to a new dimension. Judy will look at how an understanding of karmic astrology and an experiential approach will help individuals to move out of a karma-based lifeplan into one based on soul evolution and service to humanity.
April 14th : Open Forum
Following on from Judy's talk last month, tonight's discussion will be focusing on our personal reaction to the changes likely to occur due to major astrological aspects over the next few years, how this will affect us and how we view the future both for ourselves, our children and grandchildren. Bring your charts along and any questions you may have about how these aspects/changes might make a difference to your lives or your concerns about the global effects.
May 12th : Where does our Astrology come from? - Chris Mitchell
People have been watching the skies for thousands of years and 'omen literature' from 3,000 years ago, suggests our ancestors were looking at planets to make predictions. In tonight's talk, Chris Mitchell will be talking about the development of the zodiac from its roots in ancient Babylon, with some surprising conclusions for the start of Aquarius!
June 9th : Soul Lessons through the Signs of the Zodiac - Janet Hill
Jan gained a diploma from the Faculty of Astrological Studies in 1973. She subsequently became a member of the White Eagle Lodge in 1978 and found inspiration and depth in White Eagle's teaching, the central theme of which is the importance of the Sun in the Birth Chart. In her talk tonight, Jan explains the necessity of the Soul's journey through all the Signs over many incarnations to gain a thorough understanding of the four Elements, focusing on the lessons of this lifetime's incarnation.
July 14th : Saturn in Libra : The Limits of Love - Derek Hawkins
Saturn travels through Libra once every 28 -30 years and will be there until Autumn 2012. Libra governs relationships and partnerships of all kinds and its symbol of the scales represents fairness, balance, harmony and the justice by which they are achieved. Its placement in our Birth Chart is an indication of the areas of life where we may be required to work in harmony with others to achieve our goals. Many of us may be completing a cycle of learning to co-operate with others which began with Saturn's last sojourn through Libra in 1983 but over the next few years, Saturn will again be asking us to take a good look in the mirror of relationships and see what is really there for us. In his talk tonight, Derek will look at some of the questions and challenges which Saturn in Libra will present for us and how its placement there will affect the world about us and each of the 12 Zodiac Signs.
August 11th : Open Forum and WAC Birthday Social
To begin with there will be a couple of short introductory talks, after which we will celebrate the 9th Birthday of WAC. Bring food/drink to share.
September 8th : The Moon - Paul Newman
The moon is very significant in any Chart and tonight Paul will look at some of its many moods and meanings, specifically considering the New Moon, Full Moon, Old Moon and the Black Moon.
October 13th : Life Changes - Pat Law
In her talk tonight, Pat will be looking at a selection of Charts to identify why some people are more likely to experience changes in their lives than others. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have on the subject and if time permits will look at individual Charts.
November 10th : Chart Shaping - Pat Hutton
In the complete interpretation of a horoscope, the factors to be considered are quite numerous.
So where to begin? A good question. If we consider the shape of the Chart first, before looking at any other details, then it gives us clues about the TYPE of personality within. In her talk tonight, Pat will take you through the general types of Chart shapes, giving some examples of each.
December 8th : Christmas Social
Bring some mince pies and other festive goodies, and a small gift for the Tub. Enjoy some fun and games, look back on the old year and prepare for the new.
Programme of Events 2009
Jan 14th: Check Your Transits - with Paul Newman
Bring your chart for the popular 'transits for the year' - and see what the planets have in store for the coming year. If you would like your chart prepared beforehand on an OHP slide please contact Muriel on 01202 604021 [or on the night you can transfer your chart to a blank slide.]
Feb 11th: The Alchemical Journey - John Wadsworth
Experience the astrological wheel of the year as an Alchemical Alembic. John will introduce us to his unique application of astrological and alchemical ideas as transformational enquiry and he will be inviting us to enquire into our own lives from twelve distinct astrological perspectives. He will demonstrate how the astrological wheel unfolds naturally and organically as part of a coherent journey of personal transformation which we can appreciate through our experience of nature's own alchemical process through the four seasons of the year. John will be offering his embodied performance piece around the zodiacal wheel as part of the presentation.
Mar 11th: Happy New Year! - Chris Mitchell:
No, this talk hasn't been delayed. As astrologers, we know that Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, and the Spring Equinox is when the Sun moves into that sign. In England that was also when we celebrated the New Year, right up until 1752, when we changed the calendar - and it's still used as the date of the new year in Iran. For medieval astrologers, the start of the new year - and the New Moon or Full Moon preceding it - were of supreme importance, and the charts of these dates were crucial in determining how the year would go. As tonight is the Full Moon before the spring equinox, come along and help us work out what's coming up in this astrological year!
April 8th: Astro Planning : The Art of Timing – Eileen Richardson
Time is precious enough; learn to work with it, not against it, understanding the ebb and flow of the planets, signs and seasons. Eileen will provide some hints and tips as a guide to understanding how to plan and work with astrology on a day to day basis. Using electional astrology, and example charts, she will discuss a variety of topics, such as the best time to start a business, take a holiday or plan a specific event. This talk is designed to enable everyone to understand and make the best practical use of astrology on a daily basis.
May 13th: The Animated Zodiac - Phoebe Wyss
'Our lives are governed by the twelve invisible astrological archetypes that determine not only our personalities but also our type of life experience, and the specific life lessons we are learning. Through astrology we are able to recognise their manifestations in our daily life, and understand the lessons we are invited to learn.'
June 10th: Astro Roots – Pat Hutton
There are threads that go through families from generation to generation which can be seen in the birth chart. We seem to inherit charts in the same way that we inherit genes, giving an astro pattern that interweaves like a vine and links family members together. Pat will explain what to look for in a Chart and show some examples before looking at Charts from the audience. Please bring along your own Chart and those of as many generations as possible from your family.
Jul 8th: Patterns of the Past - Judy Hall
Have you ever wondered how a professional karmic astrologer approaches a chart to untangle the karmic threads and identify the credits and deficits that underpin the present life? Well, this is your opportunity to find out. During the evening, Judy will be working through one chart in depth, step-by-step.
Aug 12th: OPEN FORUM AND WAC BIRTHDAY SOCIAL
To begin with there will be a couple of short introductory talks, after which we will celebrate the 8th Birthday of WAC.
Sep 9th: Hellenistic Astrology – Kate Czerny
This is believed to be the foundation of all Western Astrology. Kate will take us through the basic concepts of Hellenistic Astrology, which developed in Egypt and the surrounding Mediterranean area following the conquest of Alexander the Great and continued throughout the Roman period. Kate will also look at the changes in the practice of astrology from that time to the present day.
Oct 14th : The Importance of the Ascendant - Paul Newman.
The whole Chart comes out to meet the world at this point. It is symbolically where heaven meets earth and no astrology can be 100% accurate without it. At this evening's meeting, Paul will look at the Ascendant, the Chart Ruler, Rising planets. etc. to deepen our understanding of this important Angle in our Charts.
Nov 11th : Open Forum - A discussion on the possible implications of the current transiting Saturn/Pluto Square and Cardinal Cross.
It's Remembrance Day. Lest we forget what our forefathers fought for. Pluto the planet of power and destruction has been delving into the infrastructure of British politics, revealing the hidden corporate corruptions, and what led us into our economic demise. Saturn has just moved into its exalted home in Libra, forming a challenging cardinal square. Time for true democracy? What does it mean to you? Come and join us with your stories and your views about the meaning of the times were are living in.
Dec 9th : CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
Bring some mince pies and other festive goodies, look back on the year and prepare for the next.
Programme of Events 2008
Feb 13th: Geomancy, the Mediaeval Art of Fortune Telling - Chris Mitchell:
Mar 12th: Saturn and soul growth: the karmic potential in your chart - Judy Hall
Esoteric astrology looked on Saturn as the ‘ring-pass-not’ beyond which only the initiated could progress and the ancients looked on Saturn as the soul. This practical workshop will explore Saturn in the birthchart as an indicator of the karmic deficits and challenges and the perennial wisdom carried by your soul. [Bring your chart on an OHP slide or on the night you can transfer your chart to a blank slide.]
Apr 9th: Hercules'Labours: the Evolutionary Path round the Zodiac - An interactive talk by Phoebe Wyss
May 14th: Open Forum at WAC
An open evening for all levels whether complete beginners or professional. Come along and bring your charts of either personal or topical events. Bring your thoughts and ideas, bring your questions, bring your friends, but most importantly, bring yourselves.
Jun 11th: Re-evaluating Harmonic Charts - Garry Phillipson
Jul 9th: TARIPAY PACHA - Lorraine Exley
Aug 13th: OPEN FORUM AND WAC BIRTHDAY SOCIAL.
Sep 10th: PLUTO IN CAPRICORN – Pat Hutton
Pat will look at the implications both globally and personally of Pluto’s transit into the Saturn ruled sign of Capricorn, where it will remain until the end of November 2024. Over the last 13 years, we have become used to the extravagance of Pluto’s journey through Sagittarius, and it is no coincidence that when it joined Jupiter in Capricorn earlier this year, the credit squeeze began to bite. Pat will talk us through this and other probabilities under this influence and throw open the subject for further debate.
Oct 8th: FAMOUS ASTROLOGERS - Paul Newman
Nov 12th: SOUL PURPOSE OR SOUL IMPERATIVE? – Judy Hall
Karmic astrology believes that there is a purpose to incarnation, a Soul intention to grow and evolve. But can we ascertain our true purpose from the Chart and are there other factors that can intervene? To bring greater clarity to our Soul’s journey, Judy will consider it from a higher vibrational level as well as from the placement of the Moon/Saturn/Neptune and the North and South Nodes, to help us understand the challenges, expectations and ingrained patterns shown in the Chart and the karmic lessons to be learned.
Dec 10th: CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
Programme of Events 2007
Jan 10th: CHECK YOUR TRANSITS - with Paul Newman
Sep 12th: ASTROLOGY IN HYPNOTHERAPY - Pat Law
Oct 10th: QUIZ SHOWS & TALK SHOWS- Paul Newman
Nov 14th : 13 MOONS CONVERSATIONS WITH THE GODDESS - Peter Knight
Programme of Events 2006
Bring your chart for the popular 'transits for the year' - and see what the planets have in store for the coming year. If you would like your chart prepared beforehand on an OHP slide please contact Muriel on 01202 604021 [or on the night you can transfer your chart to a blank slide.]
Feb 8th: DISCOVER ATLANTIS - Diana Cooper
7pm for 7.30pm start. To be held in Poole at the Christian Spiritualist Church Cost: £5.00For further information and tickets please contact: Muriel - 01202 604021
Mar 8th: ASTROCARTOGRAPHY & LIFE EVENTS - Janette Russell
A look at Places of significance in peoples lives; a look at Astrocartography with regard to life events both Karmic and Mundane. Why do things happen to us in certain places? Where do we meet people who influence our lives? Why do some places give us positive or negative vibes?
Apr 12th: ASTROLOGICAL GARDENING -Sue Hole
Sue will cover a range of topics including: Plant growth and planetary cycles; how plant characteristics such as colour, or habit determine planetary rulership; Astrological garden designs (e.g. herb gardens); Moon phase gardening.
May 10th: ERNEST SHACKLETON THE EXPLORER - Jennie Scott
Jennie will talk about this fascinating explorer from the Edwardian era. She talking about this very Aquarian man who was way ahead of his time in his approach to life. We will look at his chart and have a look at the signatures responsible for his unique qualities. The talk will be suitable for all, even those with no astrological knowledge.
Jun 14th: GONE WITH THE WIND: THE ZODIACAL PARADE - Alex Trenoweth
Gone With the Wind, written by Margaret Mitchell, and was an instant bestseller when it was released in 1936. The movie broke all box office records and created unforgettable characters such as Scarlett O’Hara, Rhett Butler and Melanie Wilkes (immortalised respectively by Vivien Leigh, Clark Gable and Olivia DeHavilland).. Alex Trenoweth investigates the astrological reasons for the movies enduring appeal.
Jul 12th: HARMONICS – Chris Mitchell
Your birth chart is like a tune - we normally concentrate on the main theme but harmonics provide a way of hearing the rich undercurrents running alongside the main theme tune as well. Each "harmonic" provides a whole set of resonant points in your chart that enable you to take a magnifying glass to your chart and look at the finer detail. Don't just hum the tune - listen to the symphony orchestra playing in your chart!
Aug 9th: OPEN FORUM AND WAC BIRTHDAY SOCIAL.
To begin with there will be a couple of short introductory talks, after which we will celebrate the 5th birthday of WAC.
Sep 13th: ASTROLOGY AND THE BEATLES - Paul Newman
Paul will be looking in some detail at the individual and composite charts of the Beatles, plus the charts of some special moments in their unique career (Lennon and McCartney's first meeting, Brian Epstein at the Cavern, Beatles meet Elvis etc.)
Oct 11th: THE CRYSTAL ZODIAC - Judy Hall
Many people are aware of the fact that there is a birthstone associated with each sign of the zodiac but many are surprised to learn that there are, in fact several, and that the history of these associations goes way back into antiquity. Judy Hall will share some of the research into the history of birthstones that she has undertaken as part of her M.A. in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology at Bath Spa University. Research which, so far, has encompassed ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, India, Arabia, medieval astrology, alchemy, number, sacred geometry and much much more!
Nov 8th: ASTROLOGY & SYNCHRONICITY - Phoebe Wyss
The art of astrology is based on the synchronicity between the macrocosm and the microcosm. This talk explores this mysterious law which ensures there are no coincidences in life. You will be invited to test it by playing an astrology board game Phoebe has created. Will the throw of the dice, that leads you to a certain house and planet, correspond to your issues? Come and see.
Dec 13th: CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
Bring some mince pies and other festive goodies, look back on the year and prepare for the next.
Programme of Events 2001 to 2005 - not available
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