by NCGRSac | Jan 1, 2014 | Events, FrontPage, Meetings, News

Astrodrama and Experiential Astrology Workshop
We only got a taste of the possibilities in the first one.
Back by popular demand, we offer two new sessions of…
Star Stories Astrodrama Workshop
THE MAGIC OF COSMIC CONNECTION
April 5 – 1:00-5:00 pm
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Workshop Details
Join us for our 2014 Astrodrama and Experiential Astrology Workshop. Experiential Astrology and Astrodrama are ways of acting out the planets in your chart, with the help of others, to give you an experience of how these energies feel and operate inside you and in your life. Experiential astrology takes studying the stars out of a purely mental pursuit to include the body, mind and spirit. Its somatic emphasis offers an opportunity to feel the energies, often accompanied by instant insights. The April/May issue (#168) of The Mountain Astrologer focuses on Experiential Astrology. Within this issue Tom Brady describes: “…in the lexicon of philosophy, ‘experientialism’ is the position that concrete experience is both the origin and ultimate validation of all human knowledge. Experiential astrology then, is any form of practice that conveys information through sensory impressions rather than language-mediated intellectual constructs”. (more…)
by NCGRSac | Jan 1, 2014 | Events, FrontPage

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Maurice Fernandez
Special Two-part Event
Friday evening lecture, June 27, 2014
Neptune and the 12th house: Understanding the Greatest Mystery
Saturday Workshop, June 28, 2014
The Yod: Configuration for the Masterful
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Lecture and Workshop Details
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Neptune and the 12th house – Understanding the greatest Mystery
Friday, June 27, 7 pm – 9 pm
The 12th house is often fundamentally misunderstood and associated with negative experiences such as confinement or addiction. While we may list the good and the bad of such influences, it is worth understanding the real essence of the 12th house … which happens to be about the mastery of happiness! Join us on a deeply fascinating discussion.
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The Yod – Configuration for the Masterful
Saturday, June 28, 10 am – 4 pm
Composed of two quincunxes and a sextile, the Yod attracts a great deal of attention among astrologers. Often called “The Finger of God,” this pointed-shaped configuration seems to describe fated developments in the astrology chart. One thing is for sure, the Yod requires the highest of a person’s integrity; it deflates arrogance and can only be mastered through sincere humility. Join Maurice for accessible and insightful perspectives on this phenomenon. Maurice goes through all possible Yod placements in the chart, detailing the different evolutionary lessons in each case.
During the short lunch break, we’ll provide a light, catered lunch available at a modest contribution – watch these pages for updates. Lunch will be light as many of you will want to join us to take Maurice out at the Yard House for dinner after the workshop. You are also welcome to bring your own lunch, if you prefer.
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Maurice Fernandez, author of the books Neptune, the 12th House, and Pisces and Astrology and the Evolution of Consciousness—Volume One,is a leading Evolutionary Astrology counselor and teacher, currently based in Hawaii. Maurice also serves as the president of OPA, The Organization of Professional Astrology (as of May 22, 2014). He directs a correspondence and on-location professional certification program and organizes spiritual retreats in sacred places around the world—combining astrology, Kundalini Yoga, health consciousness, ceremony, and animal communication. He is also the organizer of The River of Stars astrology conference (2011 & 2015), the first conference of its kind in the field of astrology to incorporate the principles described above. Visit the free learning forum on his website: www.mauricefernandez.com. You can find Maurice on Facebook. Maurice will be available for readings on Sunday, June 29. Contact him at livingsky7@gmail.com to set up an appointment!
Registration
Friday evening lecture, June 27, 2014 – Neptune and the 12th house ONLY
Pre-registration price: $20 NCGR members, $30 non-members (available through June 20, 2014)
Price at the door: $25 NCGR members, $35 non-members
Saturday Workshop, June 28, 2014 – The Yod ONLY
Pre-registration price: $50 NCGR members, $60 non-members (available through June 20, 2014)
Price at the door: $55 NCGR members, $65 non-members
BUNDLE DISCOUNT: Friday evening lecture, June 27, 2014 – Neptune and the 12th house AND Saturday Workshop, June 28, 2014 – The Yod
Pre-registration price: $65 NCGR members, $75 non-members (available through June 20, 2014)
Price at the door: $70 NCGR members, $80 non-members
ADVANCED REGISTRATION:
Early Bird registration is closed for this event, seats are available at the door.
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Preregistration is important for this event, as space is limited.
- Preregistration with prepayment must be received one week prior to the event. After that, only the pay at the door price is available, space permitting. Contact us at info@ncgrsacramento.org for updates on seats available. You may also pay by check made out to NCGR-Sacramento Area. Mail to 2351 Sunset Blvd., Suite 170-404, Rocklin, CA 95765. Your check must be received no later than Saturday, one week before the event.
Refund Policy for Lectures/Workshops
- There will be NO CASH REFUNDS offered for workshop or lecture preregistrations
- If the leadership team is advised at least 24 hours prior to the event that a registrant will not be able to attend the event, the registrant will be offered the choice of transferring the payment to one of these options: (a) a future NCGR Sacramento Area event; OR, (b) membership in NCGR Sacramento Area
- Please notify us at info@ncgrsacramento.org if you will be unable to attend. The email stamp will be used to determine the time of notification. If you are unable to notify us by email, please call (916)276-1858.
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Location
The Reserves at the Galleria Clubhouse 501 Gibson Drive, Roseville, CA E-mail info@ncgrsacramento.org for Gate Entry Code and More Details Important Parking Information Because The Reserves at the Galleria is a gated community, we do not publish the gate code publicly. Please email us for that information: info@ncgrsacramento.org. There are only a few guest parking spots the complex, but there are plenty of parking spaces right across the street. Here are pictures and instructions. More information about our meetings. ~~~ ![]()
by NCGRSac | Jan 1, 2014 | Events, FrontPage

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Joni Patry
Vedic Astrology
for Western Astrologers
Sunday, June 8, 2014
1:00-3:30 pm
FEATURED HOUSE: 4th
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Lecture Details
Vedic astrology is known for accurate predictions. This intensive will teach the Western astrologer how to incorporate the predictive tools used in Vedic astrology. This class is meant to add to your current knowledge giving a resource of valuable information. What you will take away is a more in-depth understanding of the houses (additional meanings), how to use the Vimshottari Dasha System (Vedic predictive tool), and how to apply the transits based on the strength of the planets. You will never look at a chart the same after hearing what Joni has to say.

Joni Patry
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Joni Patry is one of the most recognized teachers and Vedic astrologers in America. She was a faculty member for ACVA, CVA and Instructor for online certification programs, published many books and journals. As the keynote speaker for international conferences she organized the ACVA International Symposiums, has a Japanese and Turkish website, writes for Saptarishi in India and the Galactic Center. She specializes in Prediction, with books and websites for world, sports, and financial prediction. www.galacticcenter.org | joni@galacticcenter.org
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* In 2014, each meeting will have a featured house for attendee introductions. So, besides your name, you can share (if you like) what planets you have in the house of the month, the sign(s), and anything else of interest in the house. Since we have this valuable tool, it’s a fun way to get to know one another at a deeper level.
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Registration
Pre-registration price: $15 NCGR members, $25 non-members (available through June 1, 2014)
Price at the door: $20 NCGR members, $30 non-members
Join us for dinner afterwards with Joni at a local restaurant (exact location to be determined).
ADVANCED REGISTRATION:
Advanced registration is closed for this event. Seats are available at the door.
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Preregistration is important for this event, as space is limited.
- Preregistration with prepayment must be received one week prior to the event. After that, only the pay at the door price is available, space permitting. Contact us at info@ncgrsacramento.org for updates on seats available. You may also pay by check made out to NCGR-Sacramento Area. Mail to 2351 Sunset Blvd., Suite 170-404, Rocklin, CA 95765. Your check must be received no later than Saturday, one week before the event.
Refund Policy for Lectures/Workshops
- There will be NO CASH REFUNDS offered for workshop or lecture preregistrations
- If the leadership team is advised at least 24 hours prior to the event that a registrant will not be able to attend the event, the registrant will be offered the choice of transferring the payment to one of these options: (a) a future NCGR Sacramento Area event; OR, (b) membership in NCGR Sacramento Area
- Please notify us at info@ncgrsacramento.org if you will be unable to attend. The email stamp will be used to determine the time of notification. If you are unable to notify us by email, please call (916)276-1858.
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Location
The Reserves at the Galleria Clubhouse 501 Gibson Drive, Roseville, CA E-mail info@ncgrsacramento.org for Gate Entry Code and More Details Important Parking Information Because The Reserves at the Galleria is a gated community, we do not publish the gate code publicly. Please email us for that information: info@ncgrsacramento.org. There are only a few guest parking spots the complex, but there are plenty of parking spaces right across the street. Here are pictures and instructions. More information about our meetings. ~~~ ![]()
by NCGRSac | Jan 1, 2014 | Events

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Andrea Gehrz
An Introduction to Medical Astrology
Sunday, January 26, 2014
1:00-3:30 pm
FEATURED HOUSE: 11th
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Lecture Details
During this lecture, participants will learn how to read the astrological chart from a bio-physical perspective.
Building upon the work of gifted medical astrologers, Andrea will guide participants into an understanding of how the astrological chart can be used for physical analysis. As always, bring your charts, as Andrea will use charts from the audience to teach the entire group.

Andrea Gehrz
Andrea Gehrz spends her days running the Moira Press, a deluxe publishing company for astrological texts based out of Portland, Oregon. Ms. Gehrz also continues to do consultations as well as astrological research. Her current areas of interest are astrological remediation and the manner in which the vibrations of the chart translate into the physical body. The Moira Press has most recently published two modern books, A Wonderbook of True Astrological Case Files and a textbook entitled Astrological Remediation: A Guide for the Modern Practitioner. For more information on Ms. Gehrz or her work, go to MoiraPress.org. Contact her directly at agehrz@gmail.com or 971-404-5068. (more…)
by NCGRSac | Jan 1, 2014 | Events, FrontPage, Meetings

Nodes: East & West Views / Chart Interpretation
Lunar Nodes: Evolution of Eastern and Western Views
and Chart Interpretation (2nd house*)
Facilitated by Chet Zdrowski
Sunday, April 27, 2014, 1:00-3:30 pm
$5- NCGR/SAA Members, $15 – Nonmembers
Lecture Details
Astrological symbols evolve over time, just as people and societies do. How did the Lunar Nodes get “spiritual” in the West? How did the Lunar Nodes get more “psychological” in India? In this presentation we will look at the mythology of the lunar nodes and the development of how they are used in India and in the West; traditional and modern teachings will be explored.
The lunar nodes have been used for many centuries in India; in fact they are considered shadow planets. In the West they have taken an increasingly prominent role. We will explore the cultural influences that have moved in both directions. We will look at the ground breaking teachings of Rudhyar, Jeff Green, Steven Forrest and others that have shaped how the nodal axis is seen in modern astrology. We will also explore the teachings of some modern Indian astrologers who are expanding their tradition, such as Bepin Behari, Komilla Sutton and Prash Trevadi. On the surface there are major differences, but by going deeper we can find some common threads and themes that will help to understand this vital axis.

Chet Zdrowski
Chet Zdrowski began studying astrology in 1977 with the psychological approach of renowned astrologer Richard Idemon and later the transpersonal astrology of Dane Rudhyar and Steve Arroyo. For the past seven years he has studied in Steven Forrest’s Evolutionary Astrology Apprenticeship program, learning a deep fusion of psychological, transpersonal astrology with ancient metaphysics. Chet combines the depth of his understanding of astrology with a strong desire to help people discover their unique gifts and evolutionary paths.
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Chart Interpretation
Following the presentation on Lunar Nodes, we’ll be looking at the chart of one of our members. Join our mailing list to receive more chart details.
IMPORTANT! Chart Interpretation Guidelines. Thank you for becoming familiar with the attached Guidelines for Chart Interpretation Meetings. It is extremely important, especially when looking at personal charts in a group, that we create an atmosphere of safety and non-judgment in helping others learn more about their astrological map. Another key concept is that the owner of the chart is the ultimate authority on what resonates to him or her. These concepts will “go without saying” for many of us, but we’re a group open to the public and individuals vary in their sensitivity to these issues. Thank you for reading the guidelines and following them.
About Chart Interpretation Meetings: Mastery of chart reading skills is where the rubber hits the road, transferring theory to practice in astrology. The Leadership Team feels this type of meeting serves many purposes:
- Sharpen our skills on what’s important in a chart reading
- Increase our chart synthesis skills
- Increase confidence in our interpretations
- Enjoy the support of others at all ends of the learning spectrum on chart reading in an environment of non-judgment and encouragement
- Get live practice or be the live recipient of pooled astrological knowledge
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