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 (4+)
See all- [ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: TaurusLink visible for attendees
The peculiar and shifting images of the astrological decans confound the intellect but capture the imagination. Could they be symbolic ancestors of the modern tarot’s Minor Arcana? Let’s explore this magical lineage and see for ourselves!
Please join us to meet the Faces of the Decans, observe these curious characters, and recognize the familial traits we can trace to their tarot descendants. As we get to know this extended family, what insights and connections will emerge from the depths of time and psyche?
The history of the magical images of the decans is a long and checkered one, with its foundations resting in ancient Egypt as the basis for the solar calendar, depicting deities as well as the mundane aspects of life they were thought to influence. These images, more often surviving in a written format, endured multiple translations and cultural variations until being revived in the late 19th century as a tool for ceremonial magic.
Monthly Format
In this 12-month online series, we’ll investigate three decans and the related tarot pips per month. We’ll meditate on the traditional decanic images, both in written and visual form. Then we’ll conjure the related tarot card, to reconcile these magical scenes with the imagery of contemporary tarot. We'll conclude with a discussion to share experiences and insights.While we will be taking a primarily experiential approach to the material, prior knowledge of traditional astrology is not essential, but can enhance the meditational experience.
Suggested Reading
We will be drawing inspiration from the following:- 36 Faces by Austin Coppock (currently out-of-print)
- 36 Secrets: A Decanic Journey through the Minor Arcana of the Tarot by T. Susan Chang
- Telos Tarot of 777 by M.M. Meleen
- The Oracle of Decans with art by Brennen Reece and poems by Brian Wilkins
2025 Schedule
As we will be also aiming to utilize imagery appropriate for the current zodiacal time, we will be following the Sun’s course through the Zodiac during 2025:- January 4th: Capricorn—2-4 Pentacles
- February 1st: Aquarius—5-7 Swords
- March 1st: Pisces—8-10 Cups
- April 5th: Aries—2-4 Wands
- May 3rd: Taurus—5-7 Pentacles
- June 7th: Gemini—8-10 Swords
- July 5th: Cancer—2-4 Cups
- August 2nd: Leo—5-7 Wands
- September 6th: Virgo—8-10 Pentacles
- October 4th: Libra—2-4 Swords
- November 1st: Scorpio—5-7 Cups
- December 6th: Sagittarius—8-10 Wands
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.
Images: Thanks to John Allen for creating these AI images based on Austin Coppock's synthesized decan images introduced in his book 36 Faces.
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/.
- [ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: GeminiLink visible for attendees
The peculiar and shifting images of the astrological decans confound the intellect but capture the imagination. Could they be symbolic ancestors of the modern tarot’s Minor Arcana? Let’s explore this magical lineage and see for ourselves!
Please join us to meet the Faces of the Decans, observe these curious characters, and recognize the familial traits we can trace to their tarot descendants. As we get to know this extended family, what insights and connections will emerge from the depths of time and psyche?
The history of the magical images of the decans is a long and checkered one, with its foundations resting in ancient Egypt as the basis for the solar calendar, depicting deities as well as the mundane aspects of life they were thought to influence. These images, more often surviving in a written format, endured multiple translations and cultural variations until being revived in the late 19th century as a tool for ceremonial magic.
Monthly Format
In this 12-month online series, we’ll investigate three decans and the related tarot pips per month. We’ll meditate on the traditional decanic images, both in written and visual form. Then we’ll conjure the related tarot card, to reconcile these magical scenes with the imagery of contemporary tarot. We'll conclude with a discussion to share experiences and insights.While we will be taking a primarily experiential approach to the material, prior knowledge of traditional astrology is not essential, but can enhance the meditational experience.
Suggested Reading
We will be drawing inspiration from the following:- 36 Faces by Austin Coppock (currently out-of-print)
- 36 Secrets: A Decanic Journey through the Minor Arcana of the Tarot by T. Susan Chang
- Telos Tarot of 777 by M.M. Meleen
- The Oracle of Decans with art by Brennen Reece and poems by Brian Wilkins
2025 Schedule
As we will be also aiming to utilize imagery appropriate for the current zodiacal time, we will be following the Sun’s course through the Zodiac during 2025:- January 4th: Capricorn—2-4 Pentacles
- February 1st: Aquarius—5-7 Swords
- March 1st: Pisces—8-10 Cups
- April 5th: Aries—2-4 Wands
- May 3rd: Taurus—5-7 Pentacles
- June 7th: Gemini—8-10 Swords
- July 5th: Cancer—2-4 Cups
- August 2nd: Leo—5-7 Wands
- September 6th: Virgo—8-10 Pentacles
- October 4th: Libra—2-4 Swords
- November 1st: Scorpio—5-7 Cups
- December 6th: Sagittarius—8-10 Wands
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.
Images: Thanks to John Allen for creating these AI images based on Austin Coppock's synthesized decan images introduced in his book 36 Faces.
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/.
![[ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: Taurus cover photo](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/d/8/event_525301240.webp "[ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: Taurus")
![[IN-PERSON] Tarot Practice Group cover photo](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/9/d/1/e/event_527440222.webp "[IN-PERSON] Tarot Practice Group")
![[ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: Gemini cover photo](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/d/a/event_525301242.webp "[ONLINE] Faces of the Decans: Gemini")
