Eris Is Here - Introducing a New Planet

Join us in examining the astrology of the new dwarf planet Eris - named
after the Greek goddess of strife and chaos, who gave Paris the golden
apple over which Aphrodite, Hera and Athena quarreled.

Eris’s discovery in 2005 led to Pluto’s infamous demotion one year later.
For all its power to disrupt, Eris often remains in obscurity. Several
prominent astrologers currently leave Eris out of their horoscopes.

In this presentation, J Valentine Lahey will introduce us to working with
Eris: an overview of its discovery and controversies, the mythology
attached to its naming process, as well as possible astrological affinities
and influence.

Does Eris work in astrology? How might Eris manifest in the study of a
personal chart? Is Eris affecting the world astrologically?

Major breakthroughs in astronomy have typically seen a corresponding
shift in culture and as humanity’s view of the universe changes. The
process happens on the deeper, archetypal levels of awareness where
astrology thrives. How might we understand recent cultural shifts as the
emergence of Eris?

Eris speaks in riddles and jokes, complex puzzles that reward an
enlightened spirit of play. Expect disagreement, and don’t take any of it too seriously… because she doesn’t.

BIO:
J Valentine Lahey is a gen-X flaneur, artist and writer who has been
studying astrology for over 25 years. He teaches clairvoyant meditation in
Brooklyn.
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A suggested donation is $5 (or more) and very VERY much appreciated, but please know whatever you can afford is acceptable. Donations collected pay our rent, Meetup.com fees, beverages and snacks, and speaker!

PS: If you show up a little early, the Quest Bookshop is an excellent source of many metaphysical books, crystals, incense, tarot decks, pendulums and much more. It is well worth browsing. They close at 7 pm.

DIRECTIONS
The meetup takes place at the Theosophical Society, which is next door to the Quest Bookshop. You may enter through the bookshop before 7 pm (when it closes) or to the left of the bookshop after 7 pm. A sign will be posted on the door you can enter. The following is a rough outline. The meetup will start at 7 pm SHARP.

MEETUP TIMING
7–7:30 - Intros, announcements, and a short talk sharing some astrological fundamentals, especially for beginners, or else an open Q & A about ANY astrological topic
7:30–9:00 - Main presentation
9:00–9:30 - Socializing (while putting away chairs)

After we put away chairs, everyone is invited to join us for a late dinner or a drink at the nearby Madison Diner at 965 1st Avenue (corner of East 53rd).