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!
Featured event
![[ONLINE] Mars in Capricorn: Start 2026 with a Bang](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/6/6/2/highres_531558018.jpeg)
[ONLINE] Mars in Capricorn: Start 2026 with a Bang
New Year's Day Capricorn Stellium Starts an Ambitious and Disciplined 2026!
New Year's Day will find motivational Mars, friendly Venus, and the successful Sun in the middle decan of Capricorn--the sign of Mars's exaltation and the decan ruled by Mars, represented by the Three of Pentacles. When savvy Mercury enters the first degree of Capricorn on 1/1 at 1:11 pm Pacific time, we get a powerful concentration of energies in the most productive sign. If you'd like to put this hardworking energy to good use, please join us!
We'll start by taking a big step back and exploring how Mars works and how it shows up in the tarot. Then we'll dial in our focus to the New Year's day astrological chart for a close-up look at the opportunities being offered. We'll close the session with a spiritual technique to harness these energies so we can pop the cork on an ambitious year.
Image: Raphael Kirchner, "Girls with Good Luck Charms 1," 1902. WikiArt.
Details: This is a two-hour workshop, 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.
About Your Presenter
Joy Vernon 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.
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[ONLINE] Mars in Capricorn: Start 2026 with a Bang
OnlineNew Year's Day Capricorn Stellium Starts an Ambitious and Disciplined 2026!
New Year's Day will find motivational Mars, friendly Venus, and the successful Sun in the middle decan of Capricorn--the sign of Mars's exaltation and the decan ruled by Mars, represented by the Three of Pentacles. When savvy Mercury enters the first degree of Capricorn on 1/1 at 1:11 pm Pacific time, we get a powerful concentration of energies in the most productive sign. If you'd like to put this hardworking energy to good use, please join us!
We'll start by taking a big step back and exploring how Mars works and how it shows up in the tarot. Then we'll dial in our focus to the New Year's day astrological chart for a close-up look at the opportunities being offered. We'll close the session with a spiritual technique to harness these energies so we can pop the cork on an ambitious year.
Image: Raphael Kirchner, "Girls with Good Luck Charms 1," 1902. WikiArt.
Details: This is a two-hour workshop, 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.
About Your Presenter
Joy Vernon 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.18 attendees ![[IN-PERSON] The Middle Pillar Meditation](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/5/f/6/highres_530953814.jpeg)
[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.2 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.2 attendees
![[IN-PERSON] Reiki Meditation and Self-Healing Practice](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/a/0/5/highres_526131717.jpeg)
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