What we’re about
Formerly called The Greater Seattle Tarot Meetup, Greater Seattle Astrology * Tarot * Reiki is dedicated to personal growth and spiritual development through energetic and esoteric modalities.
Through regular meetups, in-depth classes, and fun social events, Greater Seattle Astrology * Tarot Reiki seeks to nurture our local community, while expanding our connection through joint collaborations and internationally accessible online events. Join us to learn something new, develop your skills, expand your confidence, and explore.
I was trained in both tarot and energy work in the beginning. Sometimes with--but often without--my awareness, I think these two modalities influenced each other in surprising ways. By combining the trifecta of astrology, tarot, and Reiki in a single meetup, I hope to share all the practices that have connected me more deeply with Self and Spirit.
What I said when I started this group as a tarot-centric meetup still holds. In the following words, written in 2019, you can see how I integrate my main three practices. "We love the tarot both for its simplicity and complexity. All tarot practice begins with the image on the card and the unfolding story in the spread. But a variety of metaphysical traditions inform the system of tarot divination, including astrology, qabalah, numerology, and healing. Through the cultivation of knowledge, the awakening of intuition, and the diligence of practice we seek to apply tarot and its complementary esoteric tools for personal growth and spiritual transformation."
Whether you’re just starting out, or if you’ve followed the Fool for years on this lifelong journey, welcome to Greater Seattle Astrology * Tarot * Reiki!
Currently, we offer meetups both in-person and via Zoom. We typically meet 2-4 times a month. Please check out our event listing to see upcoming opportunities. I hope to see you at our next event!
Upcoming events
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[IN-PERSON] The Middle Pillar Meditation
Joy Vernon Astrology * Tarot * Reiki, 929 SW 152nd Street, Unit A, Burien, WA, USThe Middle Pillar Exercise is a qabalistically based energy ritual. Pulling from the symbolism of the Tree of Life, it aligns the pillar of equilibrium with the center line of the body. By using a combination of energy moving, visualization, and vocalization, we can open and balance the energy centers of the body for greater personal health, increased vital force, and deeper spiritual connection.
Absolute beginners are welcome! No knowledge of qabalistic symbolism or energy work is required. I will teach you everything you need to know.
Visit my blog to learn more about the Middle Pillar Exercise, where you'll find a description of the practice and an mp3 recording of the meditation.
About the Event Host
Joy Vernon initially studied Neo-Pagan energy work and ritual development, but her life changed when she discovered the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Now her primary spiritual practice is ceremonial ritual and astrological magic. Joy is an astrologer and tarot reader in Burien, Washington. She focuses on engaging personal growth and spiritual transformation through the practice of esoteric and energetic modalities. Discover an abundance of articles on her blog Completely Joyous and tutorials on her YouTube channel. Schedule a reading to see her philosophies in action.5 attendees![[IN-PERSON] Tarot Practice Group](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/d/1/e/highres_527440222.jpeg)
[IN-PERSON] Tarot Practice Group
Joy Vernon Astrology * Tarot * Reiki, 929 SW 152nd Street, Unit A, Burien, WA, USThis Meetup will be held *IN-PERSON* at my office in Burien!
Let's get together for some tarot goodness! We'll get to know each other, learn something, practice reading, and have fun!
Bring your favorite deck or a new one you want to get to know!
My office is at 929 SW 152nd St, on the second floor. Go up the stairs on the right and in the door at the top -- I'm in Office A, the first door on the left.
Please RSVP so I know how many to expect!
About the Host
Joy Vernon is an astrologer and tarot reader in Burien, Washington. She is the Organizer of the Greater Seattle Tarot Meetup and formerly organized the Denver Tarot Meetup and Denver Tarot Geeks. Joy brings expertise and practiced familiarity to her specialty of esoteric tarot, which layers astrological and qabalistic symbolism onto the traditional images. Over the past ten years, Joy has published more than 350 free articles on tarot, astrology, qabalah, Reiki, and meditation on her blog Completely Joyous. Schedule a reading to see her philosophies in action.4 attendees![[ONLINE] Tarot Pathworking on the Tree of Life: Introduction](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/9/6/d/highres_531982893.jpeg)
•Online[ONLINE] Tarot Pathworking on the Tree of Life: Introduction
OnlineHave you ever flipped through the little white book in a new tarot deck and wondered, "Is there more to it than this?" The answer to that question is an emphatic yes. There is more than you can imagine, and it goes much deeper than the mundane interpretations of these symbolic images.
The keys to these more sublime levels of tarot work were etched almost 250 years ago in the French school of occultism, and ultimately forged in the early years of the twentieth century by the Golden Dawn. This British magical society took their cues from an arcane Judaic spiritual philosophy known as qabalah--what Dion Fortune described as the "yoga of the west."
More than an in-depth study of symbolism and mysticism, Tarot Pathworking on the Tree of Life is a practice, a standardized meditation process that clarifies our purpose, evolves our soul, and guides us toward the highest levels of union with the Divine.
Monthly Format
For 2026, Tarot Geeks and Greater Seattle Astrology • Tarot • Reiki return to this intriguing subject, taking a protracted examination of qabalah's primary glyph, the Tree of Life, and its symbolic relationship with tarot.
In this ambitious but thorough 12-month online series, we will examine each individual station of the Tree below the veil, the paths that connect them, and the layers of esoteric content that enrich the meaning of every card in the deck. We endeavor to do so with a good mix of intellectual discourse and guided meditations.
2026 Schedule, The Tree Below the Veil:
Feb 7: Introduction and Overview
Mar 7: Malkuth, the 10th Sephirah
Apr 4: Yesod, the 9th Sephirah
May 2: Path of Tav
Jun 6: Hod, the 8th Sephirah
**Jul 11: Path of Shin**Date changed to avoid July 4 holiday
Aug 1: Path of Resh
**Aug 29: Netzach, the 7th Sephirah**Date changed to avoid Labor Day
Oct 3: Path of Qoph
Nov 7: Path of Tzaddi
Dec 5: Path of Peh
Suggested Tarot Decks for Study and Pathworking:
The material is of an intermediate to advanced level, so participants would be expected to already have a basic knowledge of tarot. We recommend working with a deck that follows a Golden Dawn, Thelemic or similar magical tradition for the most relevant symbolism. Some good examples include, in alphabetical order by author:
- Builders of the Adytum by Paul Foster Case
- Golden Dawn Magical Tarot by Chic and Sandra Tabatha Cicero
- Thoth Tarot by Aleister Crowley and Frieda Harris
- Golden Dawn Temple Tarot by Nick Farrell and Harry and Nicola Wendrich
- The New Pontifex Tarot by David Allen Hulse and Nil Orange
- Rider-Waite-Smith by Arthur Edward Waite and Pamela Coleman Smith
- Golden Dawn Tarot by Robert Wang
- Any Tarot de Marseille deck
You may also wish to have one or more personal decks on hand for readings.
Suggested Reading List:
We also recommend some reading material to get the most out of the discussion. Our primary text will be:
- Paths of Wisdom: A Guide to the Magical Cabala by John Michael Greer
Additional titles, in alphabetical order by author:
- The Hebrew Letters Workbook by BOTA (Builders of the Adytum)
- The Tarot: A Key to the Wisdom of the Ages by Paul Foster Case
- A Garden of Pomegranates: Skrying on the Tree of Life by Israel Regardie, edited and expanded by Chic Cicero and Sandra Tabatha Cicero
- The Chicken Qabalah of Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford by Lon Milo DuQuette
- The Mystical Qabalah by Dion Fortune
- A Practical Guide to Qabalistic Symbolism by Gareth Knight
- A Garden of Pomegranates by Israel Regardie
- The Qabalistic Tarot: A Textbook of Mystical Philosophy by Robert Wang
The wisdom garnered by these and other scholars can be the keys to taking your tarot game to new levels beyond mere divination, into spiritual and ritualistic territory. As Qabala has been used for centuries as a means of personal alchemy, we trace the same path toward genuine wholeness.
General Info:
The Zoom links will be visible on the Meetup event page once you have RSVP’d.
A joint venture of the Denver Tarot Geeks and the Greater Seattle Tarot Meetup.
This is a free two-hour workshop.
We meet on the first Saturday of the month from 9:30am-11:30am Pacific time. 10:30-12:30pm Mountain, 11:30am-1:30pm Central, 12:30-2:30 Eastern, and 5:30pm-7:30 pm London time.
Image: Evelyn De Morgan, "City of Light," 1894. Wikimedia Commons.
About Your Presenters:
John Michael Allen has been a practitioner and perpetual student (and occasional teacher) of tarot for almost 30 years, employing the cards for divination, personal development, creative work, and magical applications. While being steeped in the esoteric aspects, he has a deep appreciation for the intuitive, and continuously strives to integrate both. He has been a member of Denver Tarot Meetup since 2008 and is currently its organizer, along with DTM’s esoteric sister group, Tarot Geeks.
Joy Vernon is an astrologer and tarot reader in Burien, Washington. She formerly served as the Organizer of the Denver Tarot Meetup and Denver Tarot Geeks and now runs the Greater Seattle Tarot Meetup. Joy brings expertise and practiced familiarity to her specialty of esoteric tarot, which layers astrological and qabalistic symbolism onto the traditional images. Please visit both her blog and YouTube channel for an abundance of articles and tutorials. Learn more at https://joyvernon.com/.3 attendees
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