BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//STAR & SPLENDOR - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for STAR & SPLENDOR REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250223T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20250212T190439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T190439Z UID:31431-1740322800-1740333600@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Create a Personal Astrological Talisman for Manifesting the Life You Desire DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use a personal astrological talisman to achieve the goals and build the life you know you deserve. \nAre you working towards a big change or shift in your life? Maybe you’re setting goals\, marking the steps\, and planning the priorities\, but still the real shift eludes you? \nJoin us to learn the ancient\, Magical Art of Astrological Talismans\, empowered tools to magically support your intentions. \nThis magical skills workshop is all about you and the change that you want to manifest in your life. During our three hours together we will map out a clear and simple path to create an astrological talisman that is particularly suited to you and what you want to achieve.  Come prepared and bring your intention! \nRefreshments will be served! \n  \n\n\nIn this workshop\, you will learn \n✱ A clear and simple method of creating a personal astrological talisman \n✱ The practical design of the Astrological Talisman for maximum effect \n✱ The necessary timing for your Astrological Talisman \n✱ A basic guideline for a ritual consecration of Astrological Talisman \n✱ How to keep that energy alive as you move toward your intention \n  \nWhat makes this workshop unique? \n✱ This workshop is about you. \n✱ You bring the intention. \n✱ We design the Talisman during the workshop \n✱ We assemble the astrological material necessary \n✱ We engrave the Talisman with an onsite laser engraver while you wait! \n  \nYou will leave with \n✱ A personalized astrological talisman \n✱ A ritual for consecration \n✱ The necessary astrological material (stone\, fumigation etc) \n✱ The knowledge of how to create a talisman on your own \n  \nAbout the instructor: John Mastrofrancesco (Ph.D.\, Masters in Theological Studies) is an Astrologer\, Divination Expert\, Ritual Advisor\, and Author.  John’s magical background includes over 30 years of experience with the Western Mystery Tradition\, including ceremonial magic\, Celtic Magic\, and Wicca. He is accomplished in several forms of divination\, initiated in non-western magical African and diaspora traditions\, and leading his upstate NY coven for over 17 years. John is warm\, welcoming\, and dedicated to working with all earnest seekers. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/create-a-personal-astrological-talisman-for-manifesting-the-life-you-desire/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology,Magic and Mysticism,witchcraft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Create-a-Personal-Astrological-Talisman-for-Manifestation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20240907T111123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T124242Z UID:31068-1729105200-1729112400@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Working with the Planetary Days & Hours to Empower your Magic DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE. \nNEW DATE: Wednesday\, 10/16\, 7:00-9:00pm \nJoin Astrologer John Mastrofrancesco for a one evening workshop on how to work with planetary days and hours to empower your magic and manifestation work. This is a foundational skill for witches\, magicians\, spirit workers and others who enjoy astrology! In this class you’ll: \n\nLearn best practices for working with the planetary energies to manifest your intentions\nExplore techniques and determine the best one for your specific aim\nGain magical confidence and empowerment\, and establish your path to success\n\nJohn will share practical magical techniques using the seven traditional planets and associated spirits to help you achieve your aims. Rituals\, Talismans\, Invocations will be discussed\, as well as topics such as Celestial Time Management and Electional Astrology. \nYou will be given a working structure to align yourself with the planetary powers and move forward with a greater sense of empowerment\, success and well being. \nThis is  a hands on workshop! Please bring a notebook\, pen and at least one intention that you are working on.  We will supply the rest of the materials. \nAbout the instructor: John Mastrofrancesco (Ph.D.\, Masters in Theological Studies) is an Astrologer\, Divination Expert\, Ritual Advisor\, and Author.  John’s magical background includes over 30 years of experience with the Western Mystery Tradition\, including ceremonial magic\, Celtic Magic\, and Wicca. He is accomplished in several forms of divination\, initiated in non-western magical African and diaspora traditions\, and leading his upstate NY coven for over 17 years. John is warm\, welcoming\, and dedicated to working with all earnest seekers. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/working-with-the-planetary-days-hours-to-empower-your-magic/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology,Magic and Mysticism,witchcraft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Working-with-the-Planetary-days-Hours-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T180000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20240703T220606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T220606Z UID:30911-1722182400-1722189600@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Church of Myth: Apollo DESCRIPTION:Reserve your spot here! \nHosted by astrologer Isavella Vassilakis\, Church of Myth will be held on the 3rd Sunday of each month at Star + Splendor at 96 Congress Street\, Troy\, NY\, from 4 – 5:30 pm. \nThere will be a myth-based sermon followed by a corresponding ritual.\nEach month will be different; each mythic tale chosen to reflect the stars\, as well as our collective hearts & minds. \nAll are welcome.\nCoffee hour will follow Church. Come meet & mingle! We’re keeping it just a little traditional over here 😉 \nCHAPTER 2: APOLLO \nApollo is the Greek God of light\, music\, poetry\, reason\, beauty\, and moral virtue. \nLike many solar deities\, he is an oracular god. The famous Delphic Oracle\, a priestess of Apollo whose prophecies influenced the course of history\, will be explored as we turn our focus to the light of Summer and its connection to our inner vision. \nLight\, vision\, prophecy — these are all the domain of golden Apollo. \nJoin us and see. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/church-of-myth-apollo/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology,Magic and Mysticism,Mythology & storytelling ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/church-of-myth-Instagram-Post.zip-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T173000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20240605T175524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T201850Z UID:30802-1719158400-1719163800@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Church of Myth - a monthly mythic convening DESCRIPTION:CLAIM YOUR SPOT HERE. \nCHURCH OF MYTH \nThis is new. This is church. A place to feel closer to the red thread of spirit that connects us all. A place to meet other people like you. \nChurch of Myth will be held on the 3rd Sunday of each month at Star + Splendor at 96 Congress Street\, Troy\, NY\, from 4 – 5:30 pm.\nThere will be a myth-based sermon followed by a corresponding ritual.\nEach month will be different; each mythic tale chosen to reflect the stars\, as well as our collective hearts & minds.\nAll are welcome.\nCoffee hour will follow Church. Come meet & mingle! We’re keeping it just a little traditional over here 😉 \nCHAPTER 1: PAN \nPan\, god and protector of shepherds and all untamed\, wild places\, is one of the greatest and most powerful of the ancient Gods. Depicted as half-man and half-goat\, he represents nature in all of its raw\, wild strength\, and is a symbol of the joyous and often gruesome way nature goes about propagating her own fertility and abundance. \nAs the initiatory meeting of Church of Myth occurs so close to the Summer solstice\, Pan is undoubtedly the perfect mythic figure to start with. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/church-of-myth-a-monthly-convening/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology,Community Wellness,Magic and Mysticism,Mythology & storytelling,witchcraft ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/church-of-myth.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230115T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20221230T223817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T223817Z UID:29179-1673794800-1673802000@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Cosmic Capricorn Planning Party DESCRIPTION:Register here for this event. \nJoin astrologer John Mastrofrancesco for an an afternoon exploring the major transits of 2023 and how they will effect you. This year begins with a party of planets gathered in Capricorn\, the sign of planning\, calculation\, and structure. Bring your planner and start mapping out your year with John as he helps you understand ways to harness the strengths of your chart and remediate the weaknesses. This will be a spirited and fun workshop group! \nWe’ll meet on Sunday\, January 15\, 3-5pm. Please add your birthdate\, time\, and place in the notes at check out\, so John can have your chart ready and take a look at it beforehand. \nJohn Mastrofrancesco (Ph.D.\, Masters in Theological Studies) is an Astrologer\, Divination Expert\, Ritual Advisor\, and Author. John’s magical background includes over 30 years of experience with the Western Mystery Tradition\, including ceremonial magic\, Celtic Magic\, and Wicca. He is accomplished in several forms of divination\, initiated in non-western magical African and diaspora traditions\, and leading his upstate NY coven for over 17 years. John is warm\, welcoming\, and dedicated to working with all earnest seekers. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/cosmic-capricorn-planning-party/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Cosmic-Capricorn-Planning-Party.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ami Lahoff":MAILTO:shop@starandsplendor.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20220402T212538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T212538Z UID:28155-1650049200-1650056400@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Astrology: Finding Your Place in the Universe DESCRIPTION:Register for this class here. \nJoin astrologer and scholar John Mastrofrancesco for an introductory workshop for individuals who are seeking a greater understanding of their place in the universe through astrology. \nIn this workshop we will explore: \n\nWhat influences the stars have on your natal chart.\nHow celestial placements work to shape the circumstances of your life.\nHow transits affect your daily existence.\nOverview of the following three months of planetary transits.\nHow these placements to help navigate the future.\n\nThis workshop will be a 2 hour lecture with some participation.  No materials are needed\, but it will benefit participants to know their time of birth. Bring what you need to take notes\, if that is your preference. \nJohn Mastrofrancesco (Ph.D.\, Masters in Theological Studies) is an Astrologer\, Divination Expert\, Ritual Advisor\, and Author.  John‘s magical background includes over 30 years of experience with the Western Mystery Tradition\, including ceremonial magic\, Celtic Magic\, and Wicca. He’s accomplished in several forms of divination\, initiated in non-western magical African and diaspora traditions\, and has been leading his upstate NY coven for over 17 years. John is warm\, welcoming\, and dedicated to working with all earnest seekers. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/astrology-finding-your-place-in-the-universe/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Intro-to-astrology-april-15.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ami Lahoff":MAILTO:shop@starandsplendor.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T203000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20200920T101642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200920T101852Z UID:25497-1602788400-1602793800@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Cosmic Events with Elise DESCRIPTION:In this class\, Elise will be discussing the astrological events for the next 6 months. We will be looking at our own natal charts to see which area of life these influences are playing out in and how it may be affecting us. \nTo register and RSVP please email elsiemanzo@gmail.com. Class fee is $30. If Elise has not yet done your chart please send along your birth date\, place and time of birth for accuracy. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/cosmic-events-with-elise-2/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Cosmic-Events-with-Elise.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elise Manzo":MAILTO:elisemanzo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T203000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20200920T101359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200920T101912Z UID:25495-1601578800-1601584200@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Cosmic Events with Elise DESCRIPTION:In this class\, Elise will be discussing the astrological events for the next 6 months. We will be looking at our own natal charts to see which area of life these influences are playing out in and how it may be affecting us. \nTo register and RSVP please email elsiemanzo@gmail.com. Class fee is $30. If Elise has not yet done your chart please send along your birth date\, place and time of birth for accuracy. URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/cosmic-events-with-elise/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Cosmic-Events-with-Elise.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elise Manzo":MAILTO:elisemanzo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T040719 CREATED:20200819T190635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T190635Z UID:25365-1597950000-1597957200@www.starandsplendor.com SUMMARY:Cosmic Events with Elise Manzo DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will be discussing the astrological events over the next 6 months. We will also be discussing Pluto\, Saturn and Jupiter all in Capricorn which brought us COVID-19 and the misuse of power that we are seeing in not just the government but with those around us. We will be looking at our own chart to see which area of life this is playing out in and how its affecting us. If I’ve never done your chart send me your date\, place and time of birth for accuracy. \nClass is $30 to RSVP please email elsiemanzo@gmail.com URL:https://www.starandsplendor.com/event/cosmic-events-with-elise-manzo/ LOCATION:Star + Splendor\, 196 Main St\, Altamont\, NY\, 12009\, United States CATEGORIES:Astrology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.starandsplendor.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Cosmic-Events-with-Elise.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elise Manzo":MAILTO:elisemanzo@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR