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The Inspiration:The last few years drove most of our astrological interactions
and our practices on-line. Whilst this has advantages, most of
us need and crave more personal, embodied connections.
Interest in astrology is soaring, and much excellent content is
available to the discerning student, but learning a social art is
not so easy - nor really possible - in a vacuum. We feel strongly
that those passionate about astrology need opportunities to
meet one another face-to-face, to create connections, inspire
new directions, and initiate joint projects. Yet we were looking
for something a bit different to a formal conference: we want a
relaxed and fun forum that really fosters relationships,
spontaneity and inspiration, and works out of the very flow of
life that underlies all astrology.
Dancing with the Stars, an astrological unconference:
The weekend will in part be a co-creative event. Whilst there
will be some more structured presentations, come prepared to
contribute - you might have an idea or vision to share, a
question or chart you would like discussed, a short presentation
on a topic you’re passionate about, an astrologically-related
activity, exercise or game, All will be collated and will help to
construct the weekend so that it feeds and stimulates, and
encourages you to be an active participant. But don’t let this
put you off if you’d prefer to just come and soak it all up!
The Weekend:
We start Friday evening with a welcome, a shared meal and a
session to get to know each other, gather contributions and
build together a flexible agenda for the weekend. Saturday and
Sun mornings are dedicated to timetabled talks. Speakers
include Christine Broadbent, Lana Raill, Mike Kirk
and Graham Ibell. The afternoons of both days will be open to
whatever moves us. For this we have the use of six separate
spaces of various sizes. Some may ask for a tutorial; others to
discuss a horary chart; a group may form to unfold a facilitated
astro-drama or explore local space astrology; some may offer to
give readings; perhaps inspires a ‘fishbowl’ debate on ethics in
astrology, or the role of fate; a game of ‘Astro-Dixit’... There will
be plenty of time for socialising, including in morning and
afternoon breaks (drinks and food provided) and Saturday
evening, and there’ll be generous lunch and dinner breaks.
The Venue:
For most of the weekend we will have exclusive use of the
Newtown Community Centre in Wellington’s vibrant suburb of
Newtown, just off the main Adelaide Road
(www.newtowncommunity.org.nz). Recently upgraded, this
comfortable facility includes a theatre, dance hall, seminar
room, two smaller meeting rooms, well-equipped kitchen and a
comfortable lounge area. There is a diverse range of interesting
cafés in the area. Parking nearby is possible after 5pm Friday
and over the weekend. Many bus lines pass within a minute’s
walk (including 3, 4, 29).
Pricing:
$150 for the whole weekend if booked before 17th August,
otherwise $190. This includes morning and afternoon teas
and a light supper on Friday. We offer a $30 discount for
those willing and able to accommodate an out-of-town
participant - please let us know whether you would like or
can offer accommodation when you make your booking.
Any Friday workshops will be an additional cost.
Bank Account: WAC 06-0582-0278378-54
The venue has limited capacity so be in quick to book
your place in this most exciting event in the astrological
calendar.
Wellington Astrology Collective is a guild of astrologers
committed to quality, professional astrology readings, analysis
& teaching. Birthed on 29th January 2011 at its home just off
Cuba Street, WAC hosted a variety of talks, workshops and
consultation opportunities for many years before closing the
office and moving solely on-line. After a low profile these past
years, and with the astrological climate warming, WAC hopes
to once again revitalise astrology in the capital and NZ. The
team co-ordinating this gathering are Erika Grant, Graham
Ibell and Pepe Becker.
Contact: For bookings and/or more information:
- email WAC at [email protected], or
- call/text Pepe on 021 060 9597
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Newtown Community Centre - Te Whare Hapori o Ngā Puna Waiora, 7 Colombo St, Newtown, Wellington 6021, New Zealand,Wellington, New Zealand
