Public
Lectures and Events
Public
Lectures and Events
Public Lecture Series ~ Sunday Afternoons 4:00–5:30 pm
Suggested Donation:
$5.00–$10.00 (special events vary)
All events are held in the lending library, at:
717 Broadway Avenue East,
Seattle, WA 98103 (206) 323-4281
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Sunday lectures start at 4:00pm - special events
scheduled as noted
Parking may be difficult, so please allow extra time to
arrive.
Sunday Morning Meditation: 10 am -
OPEN TO ALL
Oct 8
- The Metaphysics of World Peace
Carrie Allen
Join us for a talk and tarot reading session on The Metaphysics of World Peace. Former international journalist and current metaphysical counselor and tarot reader Carrie Allen explores ways to understand and foster peace in the current political climate. After a lecture on the Metaphysics of Peace, Carrie will answer questions on world and personal issues related to peace using the tarot. Carrie spent nearly 20 years as a journalist; she was an editor in Tokyo when Emperor Hirohito died, and an editor in London when Diana died. She brings a unique international political understanding to the metaphysical process. For more information, go to www.creativetarot.com
Oct
15 - Alchemy for the Mind and Emotions
Sue
Prescott
Alchemy is known as the science of transmuting base metals into gold, but the art of alchemy is a spiritual process of personal transformation that raises us to a higher level of consciousness. Sue Prescott will explore how the principles of alchemy can be used to change the patterns of our minds and emotions to enhance our development and allow us to live in harmony with all of life.
Sue Prescott, MSW, is author of Realizing the Self Within, in which she explains how to access our own inner wisdom for self-improvement and relationship enhancement. She is a life long theosophist and frequent lecturer at the Theosophical Society.
Oct
22 - David
Spangler Speaks
David
Spangler
Once again we have invited David to come and speak on a topic of his choosing, one that seems relevant to the issues of the day. David Spangler has been writing, lecturing and teaching since the early 1970s when he was co-director of the spiritual community of Findhorn in northern Scotland. Among the books which he has written is "A Pilgrim in Aquarius".
Oct
29 - How to Unravel Mythology
as Metaphor
Richard
Schwab
"The best things in life can't be told" is an applicable quote to any who have gotten a glazed look after an explanation of a peak experience. In the past these difficult to grasp ideas were only referred to metaphorically. These metaphors eventually grew into stories, legends, religions and now, mythologies. In this talk we'll take a look at the mythological idea through the lens of metaphor. Then, by interpreting the relationships represented to discover where they apply we should shed some light on both myths old and new.
Rich Schwab is the current head of the Seattle Mythological/Joseph Campbell Roundtable and runs MonoMyth.org, a website devoted to displaying mythological themes and ideas through the interpretation of movies as our current mythologies.
Nov
5 - Local Plants Of Importance
To The Area Indians
Leon Reed
Leon, who has been dispensing herbs for over 16 years and studying them for many more years, will share with us the uses of our local fauna and their meaning to the NW Indians. He will reference the Erna Guenthers garden at the University Of Washington which has all the plants growing and labeled. It should be a fun and informative afternoon.
Nov
10 – Special Friday night ~ 7pm to 8:30
BeliefWorks: The Art of Living Your Dreams
Ray Dodd
The line between "the way it is" and what could be is often no more than a belief. Your beliefs guide thoughts you think, words you say, and decisions you make. Belief touches every part of life, defining organizations, shaping trends, dividing families, and even igniting terrorism.
Best-selling author Ray Dodd reveals how powerful our unconscious beliefs are. BeliefWorks weaves together the newest ideas in biology, cutting edge neuroscience and the wisdom of the ancient Toltec, casting fresh light on how we love, work, and play.
Nov
12 - Beyond the DaVinci Code
Michael
Bogar
The Da Vinci Code has sold an unprecedented 70 million copies worldwide! Why? What nerve has it touched in the Western psyche? What are the strengths and weaknesses of this novel? Join us for a survey and positive critique of the Da Vinci Code. We’ll see how both spiritual traditionalists and progressives can learn something very valuable from Dan Brown’s novel.
Michael Bogar has studied Sacred Texts and World Religions extensively. He holds two Master degrees in biblical and religious studies and has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Michael currently resides in Seattle, teaches part time with the faculty of Holmes College and is speaking, conducting classes and workshops in the U.S. and Canada on various topics integrating mythology, religion, practical philosophy and psychology.
Nov
26 -
Hidden Wisdom: A Guide to the Western Inner Traditions
Jay Kinney
Jay Kinney will give a reading from the new edition of Hidden Wisdom: A Guide to the Western Inner Traditions, authored by Kinney and Richard Smoley. Hidden Wisdom provides a intelligent and highly readable overview of the various paths that make up the traditions of esoteric and mystical spirituality of Western culture.
Jay Kinney was formerly editor in chief and publisher of Gnosis Magazine, and is author of The Masonic Enigma (to be published in 2007 by HarperSanFrancisco). He has also edited The Inner West, an anthology of articles on esotericism. He lives in San Francisco.
Dec 1 Friday– 7 - 8:30 pm
The
Truth About The Holy Grail
Stephan Hoeller
For over 1,000 years the myth of the Holy Grail has enthralled many minds in our culture. In recent years new keynotes have emerged in many literary works which cause wonderment concerning this subject. Dr. Hoeller will clarify this topic in the light of mythological study and esoteric traditions.
Stephan is a member of the lecturing faculty of the Philosophical Research Society and is Director of Studies for the Gnostic Society -- both in Los Angeles. Trained for the Roman Catholic priesthood, Dr. Hoeller is currently a bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica. He has been an international speaker for the Theosophical Society and is a treasured seminar leader during his infrequent Seattle visits, combining with, compassion, deep scholarship and a personally profound perspective. His numerous publications include: The Gnostic Jung; The Fool's Pilgrimage; Freedom: Alchemy for a Voluntary Society; Gnosticism: New Light on the Ancient Tradition of Inner Knowing.
Dec
3 - Celebrating the Jesus in Us
Jamal Rahman
In Islamic Spirituality Jesus represents the divine identity within each of us, yearning to emerge, celebrate and be. In the Quran, Jesus is a revered Prophet, titled "the Spirit of God". Join us in the sharing of insights and practices to gather the scattered fragments of our ego and usher into our Higher Self, the Jesus of our being.
Dec 17 - Ancient Sounds
Back by popular demand we invite you to move & groove out of any seasonal doldrums you might be experiencing to the rhythms of this talented musical group. Popular around the Puget Sound region, but becoming more widely known, Ancient Sounds will use Middle Eastern, East Indian, Native American and African instruments and themes to transport us on their journey. This is an infectiously joyful group whose songs, chants and instrumentals, using flutes, didgeridoos, percussion, piano and guitar are healing and uplifting. Join us for an entrancing experience and check out their website at www.ancientsounds.org
Our non-profit library is largely funded by donations. If you would like to support us in keeping our library active, please consider sending a donation to the Library Manager Fund. For a limited time, all donations we receive will be matched by a member donor. We appreciate your support.
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