About us
The ABQ Tarot Tribe turned 17 years old in 2026 and has been growing steadily in membership. Inspired by Carrie Paris (www.carrieparis.com) who created the original Santa Fe Tarot Tribe Meetup Group, and birthed here in Albuquerque in 2009 by Margaret Letzkus and Robert Hahn, since 2013 our Tribe has been under the guidance of Cheryl Ryder. Thanks to all of our members, friends, and sponsors for their loyal support.
Each year we look forward to creating new programs as we delve deeper into our studies of the tarot with all of its mystery and wisdom. Please join us for the explorations of this ancient and sacred divination craft for enlightenment. Membership is free; we only ask reasonable donations for attendance at events in order to cover operational costs.
We promise to continue bringing quality presentations to further our collective knowledge of ourselves and the universe of consciousness.
Namaste, Cheryl Ryder, Organizer
Upcoming events
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Tarot Cafe' - A Virtual Space for Tarot Themed Conversations
·OnlineOnlineWelcome to the Tarot Café
This (generally weekly) Sunday gathering is for tarot enthusiasts, readers, and curious seekers. While the conversations freely flow from subject to subject as it arises, it is moderated for time and subject-appropriateness and such that everyone who wants to share has an opportunity. Each week we share reflections, resources, insights, and discuss symbolism from the cards in a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere. You’re invited to bring your favorite deck, book, latest "find" for show and tell, a cup of something cozy, and an open mind.
When you RSVP the active link Zoom code for our gathering will appear. Scroll down and please read the Participant Agreements below. Your RSVP assumes that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by them.
This is a free meetup, however, should spirit call you to donate something to the operations funds that pay the webite fees and Zoom fees, here are the clickable links:
www.paypal.me/CherylR999
[[Venmo: @Cheryl-Ryder-10]](https://www.Venmo: @Cheryl-Ryder-10)Thanks so much! - Cheryl Ryder, ABQ Tarot Tribe Organizer
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### 🌟 Moderator’s Role and Circle Agreements
The Tarot Café is a shared learning space where curiosity, respect, and inclusion guide our conversations.
As Moderator, my role is to:
• Keep our circle balanced and on topic.
• Support every voice in being heard.
• Protect the atmosphere of psychological and spiritual safety that lets discovery happen. These agreements aren’t restrictions on expression — they’re the foundation that allows open, meaningful exchange for everyone.
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### 🪄 Participation Agreements
1. Shared Purpose
We gather to explore tarot in a respectful, inclusive space that supports both reflection and learning.
Curiosity and consideration are our common language.
2. Balancing Time and Voices
Every voice matters — balance keeps our conversation flowing.
Each participant has space to speak without interruption. Once someone has shared, the Moderator will invite others to contribute so everyone is heard.
The Moderator may gently manage airtime using time cues or “raise hand” mode.
3. Stay on Topic
Keep discussions connected to tarot, symbolism, and meaning-making.
If conversation drifts, the Moderator will kindly guide it back so everyone remains engaged.
4. Respectful Expression
Speak to share, not to persuade or critique — our focus is tarot and its related philosophies and systems.
All respectful paths, identities, and viewpoints are welcome here.
5. Active Listening
Be fully present when others speak.
Silence is part of good conversation; let reflection breathe before responding.
6. Confidentiality
What’s shared in the Café stays in the Café, including chat messages and screenshots.
No retelling or quoting others outside the group without consent.
7. Safety
While discomfort can arise in learning and dialogue, disrespect is never permitted.
If behavior disrupts the safety or flow of the group, the Moderator may mute or remove a participant—always respectfully and without public shaming.
8. Energy Awareness
Balance creates our magic. Take a moment to center before joining.
If you arrive late, enter quietly and wait to be acknowledged.
Extroverts — allow space for reflection.
Introverts — your voice adds depth; share when you’re ready.
9. Sun and Moon
Each Café begins with brief introductions and intention-setting, and ends in gratitude—for the cards, the circle, and the wisdom shared.
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### 🕊 Closing Note
Our circle thrives when we honor both freedom of expression and social harmony. Together, we make the Tarot Café a place where insight, laughter, and kindness coexist.
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The Art of the Sigil: Creating Personal Symbols with Tarot
Peace Love Space Studio Rental, 10410 Comanche Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111, USA, Albuquerque, NM, US# The Art of the Sigil: Creating Personal Symbols with Tarot
Saturday, November 21, 2026. 12:30-3 pm MST
What do ancient heraldic crests, family emblems, corporate logos, and magical sigils have in common? They're all ways of communicating ideas, identities, values, and intentions through symbols! A single image can express something that might otherwise require an entire paragraph of words. For centuries, people have created personal symbols to represent who they are, what they believe, what they value, and what they hope to accomplish. Some symbols commemorate achievements, others express aspirations, and still others serve as reminders of promises, purposes, or possibilities.
This month, the Albuquerque Tarot Tribe invites you to explore the art of creating your own personal sigil using the rich symbolic language of tarot.
We'll explore how the images, colors, numbers, shapes, and archetypal themes found in tarot can become ingredients for creating a unique personal emblem.
Perhaps you'd like to create a symbol representing courage, creativity, healing, transformation, protection, wisdom, or a new beginning.
Perhaps a particular tarot card has special significance for you, or several cards together express something important about your life's journey.Your sigil might represent:
- A personal intention or aspiration
- A quality you'd like to develop or strengthen
- A meaningful life transition
- A cherished value or guiding principle
- A personal identity, purpose, or commitment
- A tarot archetype or combination of card themes that speaks to you
No artistic experience is necessary!
You don't need to know how to draw, paint, or practice ceremonial magic. We'll approach sigil-making as an imaginative, hands-on exploration of personal symbolism.You can make your sigil as simple or elaborate as you wish, using drawing, coloring, collage, lettering, geometric shapes, or combinations of these techniques.
We'll provide a selection of basic art materials and creative supplies. You're also welcome to bring favorite materials, meaningful images, or special embellishments of your own.
Come ready to play with symbols, explore possibilities, and create something uniquely meaningful to you.
As always, our Tarot Tribe welcomes diverse perspectives, traditions, and ways of understanding the cards.
Your sigil belongs to you. Its meaning is yours to discover, create, and define.
Let's make some meaningful magic with paper, pencils, imagination, and tarot!
### Donations Appreciated
Your donations help support the Albuquerque Tarot Tribe and cover the costs of meeting space, supplies, and other expenses associated with our gatherings.
A suggested minimum donation of $10 is appreciated.
You may contribute in person with cash or make a digital payment through:- PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/CherylR999/10
- Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/@Cheryl-Ryder-10
- or through either service's app
Thank you for helping us keep our Tarot Tribe gatherings welcoming, creative, and accessible to our community! The ABQ Tarot Tribe is completely non-profit; the Organizer is not paid or compensated in any manner.
### What to Bring
Please bring your favorite tarot deck, along with note-taking materials (notebook or paper and pen).
For your personal comfort, we recommend bringing a seat cushion and a sweater or jacket, as seating may be firm and room temperatures can vary.
You're also welcome to bring any special art materials or meaningful images you'd like to incorporate into your sigil.### Snacks and Sharing
We'll have a community snack table for anyone who would like to contribute something tasty to share. Contributions are entirely optional.
### Tarot and Divination Treasure Exchange
We'll also have a separate table for tarot decks, oracle decks, other divination tools, and books that are ready to find new homes!
If you have gently used decks or books that no longer serve your needs but might delight another explorer, bring them along for our informal exchange. It's a lovely opportunity to pass along old treasures, discover new ones, and share resources with fellow Tarot Tribe members.
Come for the creativity, stay for the camaraderie, and perhaps go home with a new treasure!Our Eternal Gratitude:
The ABQ Tarot Tribe is so appreciative of our meeting space and grateful to Tiffany Poth, our accommodating host of our meetings at her Peace, Love, Space in Albuquerque NM. We recommend contacting Tiffany at the number provided below in our Location Box if you need a space to meet, teach, dance, gather!5 attendees
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