Astrology Lectures

2026-2027

Season Lineup

Join us in the Astrological world as the exciting and powerful planetary currents bring changes and challenges. Astrology examines, dissects and translates, giving understanding to the transformations going on around us. Join us for enlightenment!

Julianne Johnson, President

Current Season

ASC has hybrid in-person/online meetings for some of our events, in addition to streaming all of them on Zoom. When we meet in person, our hybrid lectures are at Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield, CT. Our events in September, November, January, February and March will only be on Zoom.

If you are unfamiliar with terms used in the lecture descriptions, we recommend you attend our Pre-Lecture for an introduction. It is at 6:15 PM, prior to the 7:00 PM lecture, and is free for members, paid non-member attendees and guests.

Lectures

Members can attend lectures for free and will be sent the Zoom link automatically. Non-members can attend and will be emailed the link close to the event date, after paying the $10 non-member lecture fee using the registration button by the event listing. (NOTE: a link does not appear directly following payment and the deadline to register is midnight before the lecture date.) Most lectures are preceded by an introduction to the topic in our “Pre-Lecture” (taught by an ASC member) for no additional charge. To join ASC, see our Membership page. Members receive a discount on workshops and other benefits.

Workshops

As part of our educational efforts, we offer workshops with the opportunity to roll up your sleeves, delve into a topic and get hands-on experience. We may break into small discussion groups, giving us time to get to know one another, look at the participants’ charts and exchange ideas stimulated by the workshop presenter(s).

The fee for each workshop is $40 for ASC members, $50 for non-members. (Use the drop-down box to select the appropriate fee when registering.) Attendance information (and Zoom link, if applicable) will be emailed to participants prior to the event – a link does not appear directly following payment.

Abbreviations

See the bottom of this page for descriptions of abbreviations included in our speaker profiles.

Ray Grasse

Daniel Larkin is a is a pillar of the astrological community in New York City. He studied with many excellent NY astrologers, the Faculty of Astrological Studies in England, Chris Brennan and Demetra George. Daniel serves as a fellow of the NY-NCGR chapter and teaches classes there. He organizes the monthly gathering of Astrologers in NY–the Big Apple Astrology Meetup at the New York Theosophical Society. Daniel has first level certification with NCGR-PAA and fully certified by ISAR. He is a program coordinator and founding Vice President of the International Association of Astral Magic (2022 – Present). He’s a former President and Vice President of the Association of Young Astrologers.

Read about Daniel’s writings at hyperallergic.com or contact him at Danielblarkin@gmail.com.

IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
Lecture, Thursday, September 17, 2026, 7:00 PM Eastern

All about Squares! — Daniel Larkin

Join us for an in-depth examination of how to interpret square aspects in a chart. Waxing squares emphasize concretization and manifestation; waning squares emphasize disavowal and future forward release. We will look at how squares are not a one-way street. What does it mean when the Moon becomes more Neptunian by square? How does Mars become more Uranian by square? We will take a tour of the 12 square sign pairs as each pair brings out a different form of tension, showing how we approach building up and letting go. Daniel will distinguish between the separating and applying square, intensification and the relationship between orbs.

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Ray Grasse

Michael Spremulli, M.S., C.P.B.A., is a professional Vibrational Astrologer, educator and founder of Blue Ridge Astrology. Before moving into astrology full time, he spent more than 30 years working in personality assessment, behavioral profiling and hiring evaluation, helping organizations better understand how people think, communicate, make decisions and operate under pressure. Michael’s work in Vibrational Astrology, a research-oriented branch of astrology, developed through the work of David Cochrane, examining harmonic patterns and planetary combinations as unified signatures within the chart. Michael also provides daily Vibrational Astrology forecasts on all the major social media platforms under the handle @BlueRidgeAstrology. You can contact him at mike@chrysalismail.com.

IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
Lecture, Thursday, October 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Eastern

A Practical Introduction to Vibrational

— Michael Spremulli

We will learn the core concepts of Vibrational Astrology (VA), including vibrational patterns, planetary combinations, and how groups of planets function together as unified signatures within the chart. Rooted in decades of research and statistical investigation, VA builds upon traditional astrology while introducing additional tools for recognizing deeper layers of pattern and meaning within the horoscope. This primer for astrologers who are new to Vibrational Astrology focuses on clarity, practicality and real-world application.

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IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
Workshop, Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern

Vibrational Astrology in Practice
— Michael Spremulli

This workshop offers a deeper dive into the practical application of Vibrational Astrology (VA) through live chart work and detailed exploration of the core vibrational patterns operating within the natal chart. Focused on applied interpretation, Michael will show numerous chart examples and demonstrations of the process of identifying dominant vibrational themes, understanding how planetary combinations operate as unified signatures, and recognizing how these patterns show up through motivation, behavior, relationships and timing. Whether you are new to VA or already exploring the system on your own, this workshop is designed to provide an engaging and practical look at Vibrational Astrology in action. Attendees will leave with approaches they can begin applying immediately to their own charts and the charts of clients.

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Ray Grasse

Bill Meridian is a 40-year veteran of financial astrology research with an MBA in corporate finance. His approach blends planetary cycles, economic trends, societal shifts and personal energy patterns to forecast the near future. Drawing from his Cycles Research Service, which has been ranked #1 in stock, bond and gold market timing by Timer Digest, he outlines expected market phases, volatility periods and potential inflection points. Bill trained in the Hamburg School of Uranian Astrology. Read more about his work at billmeridianastrology.com or email him at cyclesresearch@gmail.com.

ON ZOOM
ZOOM ONLY
Lecture Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Eastern

2027 Financial and Long-Term Forecast
— Bill Meridian

Top financial astrological consultant Bill Meridian will explore long-term financial observations related to the major outer-planetary changes during 2027 and beyond. Bill will cover the cycles affecting economic shifts, societal rhythms, and personal observations during the near future. This lecture will include Bill’s observations of market impacts of the 2027 Eclipses.

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Julianne Johnson Agneta Borstein

 

Janet Booth Mary Ellen Norton

Julianne Johnson

Julianne Johnson has been an active member of ASC since 1989. Admitting to being a constant, current and future student of astrology, she teaches and reads charts privately and at fairs and other gatherings. She also reads Tarot with astrological inspiration. Presently, Julianne is serving another term as ASC President.

Agneta Borstein

Agneta Borstein, a professional astrologer since 1980, integrates her certificate in Advanced Initiations in Shamanism and Healing from The Foundation for Shamanic Studies into her private practice, workshops and lectures. Agneta is a past president of ASC, a current officer, a member of NCGR, and a member of the Foundation for Shamanic Studies. She is the author of The Moon’s Nodes: Understanding the Dynamic Ties that Bind (Ibis Press, 2012). Find her at agnetaborstein.com.

Janet Booth

Janet Booth is celebrating a 50-year love affair with astrology! She holds Level II certification from NCGR and has been published in The Mountain Astrologer. Janet enjoys sharing her knowledge and ideas with clients and in lectures for groups and at conferences. For many of her 48 years as an ASC member, she’s served on our Board or as an officer. Find her work and free Study Booth at AstrologyBooth.com.

Moderator – Mary Ellen Norton

Mary Ellen Norton has been a student of metaphysical studies for over 50 years, with interests in the interplay of astrology, tarot and numerology. She helps clients with integrating their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual realms, using her own design of a tarot spread. Mary Ellen is a long-time ASC member and has served on our Board.
Contact her at Maryellenorton23@icloud.com and phone number 960.707-4162

IN PERSON & ON ZOOM

Lecture, Thursday, December 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Eastern

Holiday Gathering 5:30 PM Eastern

Get Ready for 2027!

Panelists: Julianne Johnson, Agneta Borstein, Janet Booth

— Moderator: Mary Ellen Norton

A panel of three of our favorite ASC professional astrologers kicks off the discussion, followed by Q & A. Zoom and in-person attendees can submit questions before and at the lecture and share their perspectives. Julianne Johnson looks at the 2026 winter solstice chart from a personal angle and a mundane perspective, which is a classic forecasting technique for the year ahead. Being a Leo, she shares her thoughts on Jupiter in Leo and its ingress into Virgo. Agneta Borstein examines the transit of the North Node/South Node axis through Aquarius/Leo (July 26, 2026 – March 26, 2028) and discusses the five eclipses of 2027. (Rarely do we have so many in one calendar year.) Janet Booth alerts us to highlighted “hot degrees” and busy sectors of the zodiac, based on lunations, planetary stations and more. You’ll want to note how your chart is affected by these. Then, as a group, we’ll look for positive uses of the potent energies of the outer planets, all now in different signs compared to a couple years ago AND in harmonious aspects with one another. How can they help us in our personal growth?

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Kenneth D. Miller

A second-generation astrologer based in Seattle, Washington, Laura has been actively in service to the astrological community since 1990. She is the owner/coordinator of NORWAC (Northwest Astrological Conference), established in 1984. She is a founding board member of Kepler College and has served on the board of Washington State Astrological Association for more than fifteen years. She has been teaching since 1986 and co-founded SoulWise School of Evolutionary Astrology in 2019. Laura coordinated UAC2002, UAC2018, ISAR2022, and is the coordinator for UAC2026. Find out about her work at lauranalbandian.com or email her at lauranalbandian@gmail.com.

ZOOM ONLY
Lecture, Thursday, January 21, 2027, 7:00 PM Eastern

Making Saturn Work for You
— Laura Nalbandian

Saturn’s transits are often viewed as challenging, yet they offer a valuable framework for understanding how we mature across different areas of life. In this lecture, Laura will examine Saturn’s movement through the natal houses with an emphasis on how each transit sets the stage for the next phase of development. By looking at these cycles as interconnected rather than isolated, we can better appreciate how Saturn supports long-term coherence, resilience and a more grounded sense of personal responsibility.

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ZOOM ONLY
Workshop, Saturday, January 23, 2027, 12:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern

What are Dispositors and How to Use Them— Laura Nalbandian

The ruling planet of the sign in which a planet is located is its dispositor, a core component of chart synthesis, offering essential context and depth in natal interpretation. In this workshop, Laura brings her grounded, practical approach to demonstrating how this technique functions as a structural backbone of astrological analysis. Building on the role of planetary dispositors, she will outline a clear method for identifying and working with house rulers, showing how they illuminate underlying themes, relational dynamics and the chart’s overall narrative coherence.

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Elaine Kuzmeskus

Linea Van Horn, C.A., NCGR-PAA, is the Astrologer at Large. Professional since 1998, she is Founder and President Emerita of the San Francisco Astrological Society (1992 – 2014). Formerly employed in the astrology Internet industry, Linea is an experienced astrological advisor, respected teacher, published author and dynamic public speaker. She currently devotes herself to client work, teaching, writing and community building in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is certified through NCGR/PAA and serves on the Board of Examiners. She is certified through the OPA and is a member of ISAR and OPA. Visit Linea’s website, astrologeratlarge.com or contact her at linea_vanhorn@sbcglobal.net.

ZOOM ONLY
Lecture, Thursday, February 18, 2027, 7:00 PM Eastern

The Other Side of Neptune
— Linea Van Horn

Consider Neptune: Field of dreams or den of illusion? Holy Grail or snuff planet? From the sublime to the ridiculous, this planet defies description, evades the “real” world and reminds us that this earthly plane is but one small manifestation of true reality. There is much to love and much to hate about this giant gasbag intent on dissolving our attachment to the physical realm. For those with control issues, Neptune is an exercise in frustration. For those on a spiritual path, he shows the way. What qualities can we develop to make the best of this enigmatic planet? How will Neptune display his new role in Aries?

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Lynn Koiner

A member of ASC, Kathy Medbery has followed the stars her whole life. Retirement in 2020 gave her the freedom to follow them more deeply. She now studies with Daniel Giamario at the Turning of the Ages Mystery School, where she is completing her certification and continuing a journey that feels, to her, less like studying and more like remembering. You can reach Kathy at kmedbery1@gmail.com.

ZOOM ONLY
Lecture, Thursday, March 18, 2027, 7:00 PM Eastern

The Turning of the Ages— Kathy Medbery

We are living through one of the most significant celestial transitions in human history. In this talk, Kathy explores the Precession of the Equinoxes and our dawning entry into the Age of Aquarius, drawing on the character of past ages to illuminate what might lie ahead. Kathy weaves together multiple frameworks: the Vedic Yuga cycles, research on the intersection of precession and Yuga timekeeping, and rare planetary alignments currently unfolding – some not seen in thousands of years. More than an intellectual exploration, this talk offers a practical celestial framework for navigating our turbulent times with clarity and perspective.
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Gary Christen

Kathryn L. Silverton holds a master’s degree in psychology and received her professional certification as an astrologer in 1983 through AFA. She teaches astrology at all levels, including the math required for professional certification. She specializes in medical astrology, the timing of real estate transactions, as well as advising clients on how to maximize upcoming planetary cycles. Kathryn serves as President of the Metropolitan Atlanta Astrological Society, second Vice President of AFA, Membership Chair for the Astrological Society of Kentucky, and served on the UAC 2026 planning committee. She presents at numerous organizations and conferences, most recently to NCGR Taiwan and UAC 2026.
You can contact her at Kls@planetaryperceptions.com.

IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
Lecture, Thursday, April 15, 2027, 7:00 PM Eastern

The Art of Real Estate Timing
— Kathryn L. Silverton

Join us in person tonight! Kathryn shares one of her key areas of expertise: techniques for locating an ideal time to place real estate on the market with the goal of ensuring a timely sale and a reasonable return on investment. Numerous examples will be presented, showing how to use solar returns, lunar cycles, transits, secondary progressions and solar arcs to establish the date as well as the time of the listing.
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IN PERSON & ON ZOOMM
Workshop, Saturday, April 17, 2027, 12:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern

Medical Astrology — Kathryn L. Silverton

This workshop draws on Kathryn’s specialty and background in Medical Astrology. She covers the basics of this branch of astrology, looking at the role played by various chart components from a medical perspective: signs, planets, houses and aspects. Kathryn will also teach us the rules of surgery timing and provide examples of how surgery timing dates are chosen.

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Celeste Brooks

Since the late 1980s, Joseph Crane, M.A., has been an astrologer, teacher and writer on astrology, combining astrological technique and counseling experience in an active consulting practice. He regularly teaches traditional and modern astrology for Kepler College. Joseph has written four books and numerous articles on astrological technique, ancient understanding and practice of astrology, and the relationship between astrology and literature. He has a BA and an MA in counseling psychology. Learn more about his work at astrologyinstitute.com or reach him at josephcrane2@gmail.com.

IN PERSON & ON ZOOM
Lecture, Thursday, May 20, 2027, 7:00 PM Eastern

Learning from Western Traditions
— Joseph Crane

Strictly speaking, none of us can be ancient western or medieval astrologers; we are all here in the twenty-first century, learning and practicing astrology as modern people. However, there are features in the distant traditions that deserve to be considered seriously and possibly adapted to modern astrology. Author of Practical Guide to Traditional Astrology and Astrological Roots, Joseph will revisit rulership and planetary dispositors, house systems and house depictions, modes and qualities, lunar nodes, aspects and reception, and a topical approach to natal analysis.
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Abbreviations in Speaker Biographies

In the speakers’ biographies, you may see abbreviations for various astrological organizations.

You may also see certification designations, such as CA (Counseling Astrologer), CAP (Certified Astrological Professional).

  • AFA American Federation of Astrologers (the certification AMAFA is Advanced Member of AFA and PMAFA is Professional Member of AFA)
  • AFAN Association for Astrological Networking
  • ASC Astrological Society of Connecticut
  • ISAR International Society for Astrological Research (their “CAP” stands for Certified Astrological Professional)
  • NCGR National Council for Geocosmic Research and the addition of -PAA designates Professional Astrologers’ Alliance, the testing division of NCGR that has four levels of certification (the C.A. Counseling Astrologer is at the highest level, Level Four)
  • OPA Organization for Professional Astrology
  • UAC United Astrology Conference

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