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SAA Ltd., Dates for your diary 2018-2019
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Programme 2018/19 now available N.B. this programme is subject to change. Please like our Facebook page or sign up for our emails. August 29th A.G.M - all welcome September 26th Discussion Night This will be a non-facilitated meeting but we hope to bring some books for sale. October 6th Glasgow - One day workshop with Frank Clifford. This event is hosted by Aquarius Rising. As SAA subscribers you are entitled to a discount for their events. It may be worth checking if a group from Edinburgh is travelling through. See the separate page on conferences October 10th Naughty Folk Whenever Nicholas Grier reads an interesting obituary, he looks up the details of the deceased's birth-data and draws up a noon chart for the deceased. In the absence of the MC and ascendant, it is the aspects between the planets that are so revealing. As it happens, this day happens to have Mars and Venus in square aspect. Let's have a look at some people with this and other similar aspects, and see what we can learn from their lives. Speaker Nicholas Grier Nicholas is a former chairman of the SAA. His talks are entertaining and irreverent, but always grounded in sound astrological principles. He has a wonderful way of drawing us into the lives of rascally individuals October 24th Discussion Night at the Thistle Hotel Facilitator : Anna Estaroth Star Parans, what they are and how to use them. N.B. Anna asks that , in order to participate fully, you may wish to order your Parans before you come along, if possible. Starlight Software provide free Star Paran reports., but these are drawn up personally and it can take more than 24 hours for Starlight to be able to send them to you. Please go to http://www.zyntara.com/free_paran_page.html November 7 Witchcraft, Witches and Wicca Following up his Halloween talk last year Mark explores the history of witchcraft persecution in Europe from the medieval period onwards. He goes on to examine the influential 19th century myth of a medieval ‘’witchcraft cult’’ and the horoscopes of some key figures in the 20th century pagan movement known as Wicca. Depending on one's perspective Wiccan paganism either revived a marginalized ancient magic tradition or created a modern spiritual movement weaving together a synthesis of diverse traditions. Speaker Mark Cullen Mark has had an interest in astrology since the age of 11. He studied with the Faculty of Astrological Studies in the early 1990s and later completed Deborah Houlding's STA Certificate in Horary in 2005. Mark was Secretary and Programme Organiser of the Scottish Astrological Association (2004-2009) and its Chair (2011-2016). He has been the mundane moderator on Deborah Houlding’s Skyscript website since 2010. His astrological interests include ancient and medieval astrology, fixed stars, and mundane astrology. His wider interests incorporate a variety of divination systems including Tarot and the I Ching. November 21st Discussion Night Facilitator Christine Gear. Subject: The Elements *December 12th Christmas Meal* Please note change of date! This will be at the Regent's Bar as in previous years, 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Please indicate whether you wish to attend, as we will have to know numbers in order to book the table in advance. Talk: January 9th 2019. Solar Returns 7.30pm at the ACD Centre We wish people “Many Happy Returns” on their birthday, perhaps not realising that it’s Solar Returns we are speaking about. A chart drawn up for the Sun’s return to its exact natal position can illustrate the themes and issues which may arise for that person on the coming year. We’ll look at return charts of the famous and not so famous and consider their use alongside transits and progressions. Speaker Trish Mackenzie Trish was an educational Psychologist by profession and first became interested in astrology in 1979. She was an active member of the SAA - including being Chairperson for a couple of years – until 1989, when the advent of a family, work commitments and a move out to Fife meant astrology was put “on the back burner” for a time. She always knew she would return, however and in recent years has been making up for lost time, reading and attending workshops, classes and conferences. January 23rd Discussion Night 7.30pm at the Thistle Hotel Facilitator Janet Saunders Talk: February 6. Here Come the Girls – Minoan Goddesses 7.30pm at the ACD Centre Bronze Age Crete, recognised as Europe’s first civilisation, was a female-centred culture and had the goddesses to match. Female deities played a more prominent role than is reflected in the later, Classical Greek Pantheon described in the works of Hesiod and Homer. Using uncovered evidence of the ritual practices of early Crete and its sphere of influence, this talk will describe the female Minoan deities and their relationships to the Moon and stars, the planets and seasons. It will map the development of these archetypes into later Greek culture and astrology and answer the question of why these early goddesses matter now. Speaker Sarah Stone Sarah Stone, a student of the Scottish School of Astrology and former Chair of the Scottish Astrological Association has been practising astrology for over 40 years. She spends 6 months a year on the Mediterranean island of Crete surrounded by the traces of the magnificent Bronze Age culture of nearly 5000 years ago. February 20th Discussion Night 7.30pm at the Thistle Hotel Talk: March 6th. The Russian Chart 7.30pm at the ACD Centre No one can deny that Russia has been in the news a lot these days. From accusations about the use of nerve agents on the Skirpals, involvement in American and uk elections to hosts of the World Cup. There are some surprises when you look at the charts of the motherland and compare it with some of the event charts. Speaker Steve Livingston Steve has been studying Astrology since 1976 when he picked up a copy of the Complete Astrologer. He holds a certificate from the Faculty of Astrological studies and is now studying for the diploma; he has been a past chair of the SAA. He has also published articles in the now defunct Prediction Magazine as well as local newspapers. March 20th Discussion Night 7.30pm at the Thistle Hotel Talk: April 3. Iconic Women in Music 7.30pm at the ACD Centre Sara will explore the horoscopes of several female singers who have galvanised the music industry and whose creative talents ensure that they stand out among the fascinating vocal characters you find among the chart-toppers. Speaker Sara Dunkley Sara studied psychological astrology with Liz Greene and Howard Sasportas in London in the 1970's and joined the SAA in the 1990's, where she was inspired to explore the traditional approach. Sara has a wide knowledge and in-depth experience of astrology. April 17 Discussion Night Talk: May 1st Mars and Sexuality - Morning and Evening Star 7.30pm at the ACD Centre Most of us tend to ignore whether Mars is a morning or evening star, but just as morning and evening star Venus makes a difference to your sexuality, the position of Mars in relation to the Sun during its synodic cycle can alter sexual preferences for you or your partner. Speaker Anna Estaroth Anna has been a professional astrologer since 1971, and joined the SAA in 1977. She is a fellow of the APAI with an MA in Cultural Astronomy and Astrology from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. She teaches with the SAA and previously wrote the sunsign column for the Scotsman for 10 years. May 11th Workshop with Oscar Hoffman Classical Medical Astrology: Healing with Elements This is a full day event and full details can be found on our events and workshop page May 15 Discussion Night Talk: June 5th Polarity - True Lies and Open Secrets 7.30pm at the ACD Centre Carole's talk in September was postponed because the trains from Glasgow were cancelled, this is our chance to catch up with that session. Carole is exploring the effects of polarities. The division of the zodiac by sign, element, quality and polarity are the basic building blocks of astrological principle. Polarity is usually skimmed over in comparison to the others but there is much more to unlocking astrology’s core meaning when we examine not only the obvious polar signs and houses but the more subtle polar principles that weave through the fabric of the zodiac. Is Polarity the key to understanding Everything!?!!?… That’s a definite maybe! Speaker Carole Bone Carole has been studying Astrology for twenty years gaining her Certificate from the FAS in 2001 and is Secretary of Aquarius Rising the West of Scotland Astrological Association. June 19 Discussion Night Summer Holidays enjoy the long summer days AGM August 28th ALL WELCOME September 11 Ceres Speaker Jane Ridder-Patrick September 25 Discussion Night Evening talks are at Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, 25 Palmerston Place, Edinburgh EH12 5AP Tel: 0131 625 0700 in the Mary Duffy Room on the first floor. https://www.arthurconandoylecentre.com Talks start promptly at 19:30 the admission fee is £5 for subscribers and £7 for non-member subscribers. Everyone is welcome to attend our talks. It is possible to purchase tea/coffee prior and after the event in the West End Hotel a few doors away, but this is not organised by the SAA. For how to get there see their website http://www.arthurconandoylecentre.com/contact-us/find-us Discussion group sessions are held in the bar at The Thistle Hotel, 59 Manor Place, EH3 7EG See their website and map http://www.edinburghthistlehotel.com/index.htm Discussion groups may include book sales and any donations are gratefully received. The Full programme will be on the website, This programme is subject to changes, which will appear on the website as they happen. * * * * * Membership subscriptions are £15. * * * * * * * * * * Discussion nights take place at the Thistle Hotel, 59 Manor Place Edinburgh EH3 7 EG at 7.30 p.m. As usual in our discussion evenings, you are encouraged to bring chart data, your own or the charts of friends, family or celebrities that you want to explore in relation to our discussion topic. These events are free and all are welcome. No special knowledge of astrology is necessary. * * * * * * * * * * |
Talks marked ‘special speaker’ with an asterisk may carry a higher individual charge if assigned this by the SAA Ltd Board.
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New members are always welcome. You can join on the night. Please speak to our treasurer, Christine Gear, if you would like to become a member.
Annual subscriptions are £15.00.
Benefits of SAA Ltd annual subscription include reductions on entry fees to our evening talks and weekend workshops and books free to borrow from our library.
Welcome to the Scottish Astrological Association
We are a friendly, informal Association, founded in Edinburgh in 1974 to promote the study of Astrology in Scotland. Whether you are a professional, expert, novice or just have a passing curiosity and would like to find out more, we are sure we have something to offer you.
Check out our Calendar for details of what is on. We meet every second and fourth Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. in the New Town in Edinburgh. In addition we hold several full day events throughout the year, usually on a Saturday from 10.00 a.m.
We have a lively membership and committee with broad ranging backgrounds both professionally and in terms of our Astrological and other interests.
We look forward to your visit!!
THE COMMITTEE
Chair: Trish Mackenzie
Treasurer: Christine Gear
Secretary: Steve Livingston
Director: Anna Estaroth
Adviser: Julianne Buchanan-Pyper
Librarian: Trish Mackenzie
Check out our Calendar for details of what is on. We meet every second and fourth Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. in the New Town in Edinburgh. In addition we hold several full day events throughout the year, usually on a Saturday from 10.00 a.m.
We have a lively membership and committee with broad ranging backgrounds both professionally and in terms of our Astrological and other interests.
We look forward to your visit!!
THE COMMITTEE
Chair: Trish Mackenzie
Treasurer: Christine Gear
Secretary: Steve Livingston
Director: Anna Estaroth
Adviser: Julianne Buchanan-Pyper
Librarian: Trish Mackenzie