Exploring Shamanism in Massachusetts

On January 18, 2026, I will hold the second public No Moon Reindeer Shaman ceremony in modern history at the Unitarian Church of Marlboro and Hudson, in Hudson, MA. This healing ceremony brings us together in beloved community to offer healing to ourselves and our communities as we work to lift the energetic darkness of winter.

Together, we will call in and dispel the darkness, then drum up energy, and release healing light and heat specially stored from the summer. Hand drums and percussion are welcomed, but not required.

This ceremony, performed annually for the healing of the larger community, was a critical one in my shamanic lineage and was the first ceremony and healing technique I learned. I am honored to share it with all who wish to join me.

Doors open at 10 AM, ceremony begins at 10:30 AM. A coffee and social gathering with snacks and drinks (provided) will follow the ceremony.

Donations to the Unitarian Church of Marlboro and Hudson will be gratefully received.

Join me on the 4th Fridays in January, March, May, July, September, and November for a tarot workshop focused on intuitive tarot reading skills.

Our gatherings combine discussions on tarot topics, reading introspectively for ourselves, playing with our decks in unconventional ways, and group readings (a favorite, producing some of our most interesting experiences).

Why are we playing instead of learning tarot?
Because playing is fun! Our gatherings focus on intuitive reading. Certain attitudes and perspectives arise when we use the word ‘learn’: right versus wrong ways of doing things, the need to work hard to study and learn, the need to prove our skills, fears of testing, etc.

But telling ourselves that we’re playing instead of learning puts us into a different mindset. Hopefully, one that is more relaxed and ready for fun. And that makes it easier to access our intuition. Bring your favorite tarot deck, and see how fun tarot can be without the rules!

If you're new(er) to tarot and don't yet have a deck, there are always extra decks available to borrow.

Cost: $5/UCMH Members, $10 Non-members