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  • Lectures & Luau with Special Guest Speaker & Bartender David Shoemaker (Open)

    Lectures & Luau with Special Guest Speaker & Bartender David Shoemaker (Open)

    March 31, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - April 1, 2018 @ 6:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, 208 S. Pulaski Street, Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223


    Sat. Mar. 31 – Sun. Apr. 1, 2018: Lectures & Luau with Special GuestSpeaker & Tiki Punch Curator David Shoemaker (Open)

    Learn more about Dr. Shoemaker’s latest books and/or buy signed copies! Enjoy abreak from the Winter doldrums with limbo, cocktails, and more! 
    On-site registration: $55; $50 for dues-current WBL members (please email contact@williamblakeoto.org to let us know to expect you)
    Prices include lunch, snacks and dinner. Luau and Gnostic Mass are included in the pre-registrationprice. 

    Dr. David Shoemaker is a clinical psychologist in private practice, specializing in Jungian and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. He has been a member of O.T.O. and A∴A∴ since 1993, and he has many years of experience training students in these traditions.

    He is the Master of 418 Lodge, O.T.O. in Sacramento, California, having succeeded Soror Meral (Phyllis Seckler), his friend and teacher. He also serves as the Most Wise Sovereign of Alpha Chapter, and as a Sovereign Grand Inspector General of O.T.O. David was the founding President of the O.T.O. Psychology Guild, and is a frequent speaker at national and regional O.T.O. events. He is also a member of the U.S. Grand Lodge Initiation Training and Planning committees, and he serves as an Advanced Initiation Trainer.

    David’s popular “Living Thelema” podcasts have appeared regularly since 2010, and his widely praised Living Thelema book was published in 2013. David's latest book, The Winds of Wisdom, contains a full record of his scrying of the Thirty Enochian Aethyrs.   

    Saturday, March 31
    12:00 Noon: Doors Open, Check In, Lunch Served

    1:00pm: Scrying the Enochian Aethyrs
    The system of Enochianmagick, developed by John Dee and Edward Kelley in the late 1500s, hasfascinated magicians across the centuries. In this stimulating and interactiveworkshop, noted magician and teacher Dr. David Shoemaker will leadparticipants through the practical steps necessary to work with one importantaspect of the Enochian system: The Thirty Aethyrs. Attendees will be able toparticipate in an actual “scrying” session to obtain their own visions of theseastral realms, with plenty of time for questions and other discussion.

    3:00pm The Legacy of Karl Germer
    Karl Germer was AleisterCrowley’s successor as head of A∴A∴ and Outer Head of theOrder of Ordo Templi Orientis. His legacy, however, is mostly known through thework of his students and confidantes. Little has been published about the life,teachings, and spiritual experiences of this most dedicated Thelemite. In aneffort to shed some light upon this Germer's life’s work, Dr.David Shoemaker has recently co-edited a book of selected lettersfrom a lifetime of correspondence.

    In this presentation David will discuss various letters exchanged between KarlGermer and such Thelemic luminaries as Jane Wolfe, Phyllis Seckler, JackParsons, William Talbot Smith, and others. The discussions range from themundane to the mystical, including the politics and intrigues surrounding AgapeLodge of O.T.O., the publishing of various works of Aleister Crowley, thephilosophy of Thelema, and much more. This discussion will present a new visionof the true role of Karl Germer in the advancement, and even the survival, ofThelema as we know it.

    7:00pm Luau begins, dinner served
    Shake away the winter doldrums with our almost-annual tropical theme party!Limbo contest! Tarot Card Readings! Games! Food! Donation bar with specialcocktails by Dr. David Shoemaker, our visiting Tiki Punch Curator!
    On site registration for Luau only: $25; $20 for dues-current WBL members.

    Sunday, April 1
    4:30pm Gnostic Mass
    Congregants should arriveno earlier than 4:00pm and no later than 4:20pm
    Mass officers should arrive at 3:00pm
    $10 admission; free fordues-current WBL members. 
    Mass Team: Tau Iatromantis, Soror Madimi, TBA, TBA, TBA

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 1, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

    See more details

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 2, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

    See more details

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 3, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

    See more details

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 4, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

    See more details

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 5, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

    See more details

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 6, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

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  • Spice Girls Gnostic Mass (Closed to 0°)

    Spice Girls Gnostic Mass (Closed to 0°)

    April 7, 2018 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., 208 S Pulaski St Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Spice Girls Gnostic Mass (Closed to 0°)
    5:00pm

    Please arrive no earlier than 4:00pm and no later than 4:45pm
    Join us for a celebration of the Gnostic Mass, Liber XV, set to the music of the Spice Girls. You must be an M.M.M. initiate of the Minerval degree or above to attend.
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members.

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  • Potluck Dinner and Thelema 101 Discussion: Who is Nuit (Open)

    Potluck Dinner and Thelema 101 Discussion: Who is Nuit (Open)

    April 7, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., 208 S Pulaski St Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Potluck Dinner and Thelema 101 Discussion: Who is Nuit (Open)
    7:30pm

    Please arrive no earlier than 7:00pm and no later than 7:20pm.
    Learn more about Nuit, the speaker in the first chapter of the Book of the Law.
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members.
    Note: admission waived for first-time visitors.

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 7, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

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  • The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    April 8, 2018 - April 10, 2018 @ 

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  • First Day of the Writing of the Book of the Law -- Reading, Class, and Potluck Brunch (Open)

    First Day of the Writing of the Book of the Law -- Reading, Class, and Potluck Brunch (Open)

    April 8, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., 208 S Pulaski St Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    First Day of the Writing of the Book of the Law -- Reading, Class, and Potluck Brunch (Open)
    11:30am

    Please arrive no earlier than 11:00am and no later than 11:20am.
    Join us to read Chapter One of Liber Al vel Legis: The Book of the Law at Noon, when it was received in Cairo 114 years earlier, April 8, 1904. Frater RAD will follow the reading with a presentation on the Thelemic cosmology of Nuit, Hadit, and Ra Hoor Khuit, and the History of the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. This event will include a potluck brunch, so please bring a dish to share that will feed about 6 people. If you're not sure what to bring, email contact@williamblakeoto.org for ideas. If you own a copy of the Book of the Law, bring that as well!
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members. Free for everyone who brings a potluck contribution.

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  • Pet the Baby Goats (Open)

    Pet the Baby Goats (Open)

    April 8, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Clark's Elioak Farm, 10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042, USA

    Pet the Baby Goats (Open)
    2:00pm

    Please arrive no earlier than 1:45pm and no later than 2:00pm. We'll meet at the front of the gift shop.
    Celebrate Spring at Clark's Elioak Farm -- pet baby goats, rabbits, lambs, chickens, ducks, and more! The farm also features exhibits from the Enchanted Forest amusement park. Admission to the farm is $6; there are additional fees for hayrides, pony rides, and the cow train.

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 8, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

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  • The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    April 8, 2018 - April 10, 2018 @ 

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 9, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

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  • The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    The Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law

    April 8, 2018 - April 10, 2018 @ 

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  • Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    Holy Season Discussion Group Online (Open)

    April 10, 2018 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Join us in celebrating the Thelemic Holy Season this year - March 19th to April 10th! 


    It is a growing tradition that we read and discuss a section of our Holy Books each night for 23 consecutive nights up through the Three Days of the Writing of the Book of the Law. Each night’s reading is paired with a Hebrew Letter and a Tarot Card.


    These readings are all done through Skype Online and brought to you by the joint efforts of Black Sun Lodge, Golden Thread Camp, Sapphire Current Camp and Sword & Serpent Oasis.


    All are welcome, whether you know the Holy Books by heart, or if this is your first time exploring them. Feel free to join the conversation or just listen in on any of these days.


    If you are interested in participating, the calls begin every night at 8PM EST. Below is technical Skype Information as well as the Schedule for each night's reading.


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    Skype Information:
    To join in we first ask that you make us your contact on Skype by searching for our Skype Channel name which is ‘Holy Season Discussion Group’. Once you request this we will accept you as a contact. At the start time of the Skype talks, call in to our Channel (with just audio, no video) and we will add you into the group call. Please make sure your Skype is updated before participating. 
    **HINT** When searching for our channel, type 'holy season' and look for our Skype Channel's picture which is the same picture used for this event post.


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    Schedule of Readings:
    March 19 Liber VII, “Prologue of the Unborn”
    March 20 TAV, The Universe: Liber VII, Cap. 2 & Liber LXV, Cap. 2
    March 21 SHIN, The Aeon: Liber Trigrammaton
    March 22 RESH, The Sun: Liber VII, Cap. 4 & Liber LXV, Cap. 4
    March 23 QOPH, The Moon: Liber VII, Cap. 6 & Liber LXV, Cap. 3
    March 24 TZADDI, The Emperor: Liber Tzaddi
    March 25 PEH, The Tower: Liber VII, Cap. 1 & Liber LXV, Cap. 5
    March 26 A’AYIN, The Devil: Liber A’ash
    March 27 SAMEKH, Art: Liber CMLXIII, the Treasure-House of Images: Note & Sagittarius
    March 28 NUN, Death: Liber Arcanorum
    March 29 MEM, The Hanged Man: Liber Porta Lucis
    March 30 LAMED, Adjustment: Liber CDXVIII, 13th Aethyr
    March 31 KAPH, Fortune: Liber VII, Cap. 3
    April 1 YOD, The Hermit: Liber VII, Cap. 5 & Liber LXV, Cap. 1
    April 2 TETH, Lust: Liber Stellae Rubeae
    April 3 CHETH, The Chariot: Liber Cheth
    April 4 ZAYIN, The Lovers: Liber CDXV, The Paris Working, Opus VIII
    April 5 VAV, The Hierophant: Liber B Vel Magi
    April 6 HEH, The Star: Liber ARARITA
    April 7 DALETH, The Empress: Liber VII, Cap. 7
    April 8 GIMEL, The Priestess: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. I (Nuit)
    April 9 BETH, The Magus: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. II (Hadit)
    April 10 ALEPH, The Fool: Liber CCXX & Liber 31, Cap. III (Heru-Ra-Ha)

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  • Lodge Meeting (Open)

    Lodge Meeting (Open)

    April 15, 2018 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., Suite 5B, 208 S Pulaski St, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Lodge Meeting (Open)
    1:00pm
    Please arrive no earlier than 12:30pm and no later than 12:55pm.
    Join us in making plans for future Lodge activities! Please bring a lunch dish or snacks to share.

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  • Gnostic Mass (Open)

    Gnostic Mass (Open)

    April 15, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., Suite 5B, 208 S Pulaski St, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Gnostic Mass (Open)
    3:30pm

    Please arrive no earlier than 3:00pm and no later than 3:20pm
    Baptism and/or confirmation available today by advance request. Please email contact@williamblakeoto.org to request either sacrament.
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members.
    Note: admission fee waived for first-time visitors. If this is your first time at a Gnostic Mass, it's a good idea to read the ritual ahead of time, so you'll have some idea of what to expect. You can also watch a video 93 Impressions of a Gnostic Mass, or a video of the full Gnostic Mass.

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  • Hekate Ritual (Open)

    Hekate Ritual (Open)

    April 15, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., 208 S Pulaski St Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Sun. Apr. 15, 2018: Hekate Ritual (Open)
    5:30pm
    Please arrive no earlier than 5:00pm and no later than 5:25pm.
    More information TBA. Please save the date!
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members.
    Note: fee waived for first-time visitors.
    Facilitator: Fr. VonHohenheim

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  • Thelemic Movie Night (Open to WBL members and their invited guests)

    Thelemic Movie Night (Open to WBL members and their invited guests)

    April 28, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 12:00 am

    Thelemic Movie Night (Open to WBL members and their invited guests)
    7:30pm

    Please arrive no earlier than 7:00pm.
    $5 requested donation to help fund WBL's booth at Capital Pride. Please bring snacks or beverages to share!

    Join us to hang out and watch movies that include Thelemic ideas. Some will be serious and some will be silly, but all will embody Thelema in some way.
    Location: Private Home, Hagerstown, Maryland. RSVP for directions. 
    Free street parking is available. Crash space is available by request, and we will happily help you with local taxi/Uber and hotel information. Please don't drink and drive.

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  • Gnostic Mass Walkthrough/Rehearsal (Open)

    Gnostic Mass Walkthrough/Rehearsal (Open)

    April 29, 2018 @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., Suite 5B, 208 S Pulaski St, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Gnostic Mass (Open)
    3:30pm
    Please arrive no earlier than 3:00pm and no later than 3:20pm

    We will be doing a walkthrough rehearsal of Liber XV - The Gnostic Mass. All are welcome to attend and practice the Officer roles of Priest, Priestess, Deacon, and Children.

    Note: This is only a walkthrough and NOT an official celebration of the Gnostic Mass. We will be reading from scripts and practicing each Officer role during the rehearsal.
    FREE admission; donations appreciated.

    If you've never seen a Gnostic Mass, it's a good idea to read the ritual ahead of time, so you'll have some idea of what to expect. You can also watch a video 93 Impressions of a Gnostic Mass, or a video of the full Gnostic Mass. 

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  • Walpurgisnacht/Beltane Ritual of the Elements and Feast of the Times (Open)

    Walpurgisnacht/Beltane Ritual of the Elements and Feast of the Times (Open)

    April 29, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    William Blake Lodge, O.T.O., 208 S Pulaski St Suite 5B, Baltimore, MD 21223, USA

    Sun. Apr. 29, 2018: Walpurgisnacht/Beltane Ritual of the Elements and Feast of the Times (Open)
    5:30pm
    Please arrive no earlier than 5:00pm and no later than 5:25pm.
    More information TBA. Please save the date!
    $10 admission; free for dues-current WBL members.
    Note: fee waived for first-time visitors.

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