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[Zoom and Live] Small Cars, Big Inspiration Book Launch and Art Exhibit Anthony Schmidt Synchronicity, suddenly appearing through a Facebook click, can open the door to magical experiences.  I do not remember how this post caught my eye, but I was immediately drawn to a Kickstarter project to help fund a coffee table book, Small Cars, Big Inspiration. Anthony Schmidt, a 12-year-old boy, who also happens to be on the autism spectrum, has turned his love of cars into an art form. He photographs his miniature model cars, as seen through a new perspective, creating the illusion of full-sized vehicles placed in natural scenery or as part of the downtown scene. As a bookstore owner, I was fascinated to find out more about this young man with such creative talent, focus, and determination.  In March of 2020, when I joined, there were approxi- mately 50 group members of “Friends of Anthony Schmidt.” I discovered that Anthony had found his passion in collect- ing and photographing model cars. He uses this focus to help face the daily challenges of being on the autism spectrum. I learned through his mother’s posts, that his family believed by supporting their child’s passion, they could help him grow into his best self, able to support himself as an adult with his own creative talent. 765 people were drawn to support the publication of his book and by the time of the release in August 2020, Anthony’s social media followers had grown to over 142,000. In the first two weeks, Small Cars, Big Inspiration sold 1,000 copies, which is unheard of in the publishing industry for a first-time publication from an unknown author. Anthony’s group has brought together people from around the world who are car enthusiasts, autism advocates and photographers. It is a village of people who respect each other and support each other with encourage- ment, inspiration, and sharing from the heart. As the first bookstore to approach Anthony’s mother to request to carry Small Cars, Big Inspiration at Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore, I am delighted to announce an exhibit of his photography in our gallery with an Exhibit Openin on Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 4:30pm to 6pm. We will be connecting with the Anthony and his family by Zoom to share the celebration of his Bookstore Launch of his book, calendar, puzzles, t-shirts and prints. There will be a wide range of his photography, perfect for holiday surprises. You are welcome to join us by Zoom or in store. Please email to register to join the Zoom. You will receive a link and password to join the Zoom connection by 3pm EST November 8, 2020. To register to come to the exhibit opening at the store, please call 404-255-5207 to reserve a space. To comply with social distancing recommendations, there will 10 spots each half hour at 4:30, 5:00, and 5:30pm EST. The exhibit of Small Cars, Big Inspiration will run from November 8 to December 31. May you all find your passion, Candace Apple 5531 Roswell Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 | 404-255-5207 | www.phoenixanddragon.com November 2020

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[Zoom and Live] Small Cars, Big Inspiration Book Launch and Art Exhibit Anthony Schmidt Synchronicity, suddenly appearing through a Facebook click, can open the door to magical experiences.  I do not remember how this post caught my eye, but I was immediately drawn to a Kickstarter project to help fund a coffee table book, Small Cars, Big Inspiration. Anthony Schmidt, a 12-year-old boy, who also happens to be on the autism spectrum, has turned his love of

cars into an art form. He photographs his miniature model cars, as seen through a new perspective, creating the illusion of full-sized vehicles placed in natural scenery or as part of the downtown scene. As a bookstore owner, I was fascinated to find out more about this young man with such creative talent, focus, and determination.  

In March of 2020, when I joined, there were approxi-mately 50 group members of “Friends of Anthony Schmidt.” I discovered that Anthony had found his passion in collect-ing and photographing model cars. He uses this focus to help face the daily challenges of being on the autism spectrum. I learned through his mother’s posts, that his family believed by supporting their child’s passion, they could help him grow into his best self, able to support himself as an adult with his own creative talent.

765 people were drawn to support the publication of his book and by the time of the release in August 2020, Anthony’s social media followers had grown to over 142,000. In the first two weeks, Small Cars, Big Inspiration sold 1,000 copies, which is unheard of in the publishing industry for a first-time publication from an unknown author.

Anthony’s group has brought together people from around the world who are car enthusiasts, autism advocates and photographers. It is a village of people who respect each other and support each other with encourage-ment, inspiration, and sharing from the heart.

As the first bookstore to approach Anthony’s mother to request to carry Small Cars, Big Inspiration at Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore, I am delighted to announce an exhibit of his photography in our gallery with an Exhibit Openin on Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 4:30pm to 6pm. We will be connecting with the Anthony and his family by Zoom to share the celebration of his Bookstore Launch of his book, calendar, puzzles, t-shirts and prints. There will be a wide range of his photography, perfect for holiday surprises.

You are welcome to join us by Zoom or in store. Please email to register to join the Zoom. You will receive a link and password to join the Zoom connection by 3pm EST November 8, 2020. To register to come to the exhibit opening at the store, please call 404-255-5207 to reserve a space. To comply with social distancing recommendations, there will 10 spots each half hour at 4:30, 5:00, and 5:30pm EST. The exhibit of Small Cars, Big Inspiration will run from November 8 to December 31.

May you all find your passion, Candace Apple

5531 Roswell Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 | 404-255-5207 | www.phoenixanddragon.com

November 2020

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Special Events for November 2020

Please check the Facebook events page for the most up to date information about the November events in case there have been any modifications to online platforms.

[Google Meet] Grove of the Willow Wood Virtual Open House Anyone interested in the Traditional Craft may attend the Open House where teachers will speak about the Old Religion. This informal forum is loosely structured and based on the needs and experience levels of those attending. Initiates will present information about the Old Ways and what differenti-ates them from other organizations.

The presentation begins promptly at 2pm and lasts approximately two hours; you may come or go at any time during the event. After attending an Open House, interested seekers may petition to study with Grove of the Willow Wood based on class availability. Sunday, November 1, 2pm to 4pm; Free https://meet.google.com/aej-wjez-wmt

[Zoom Class] Learn the Foundations of Astrology: 8 Week Class Lorenzo Sanford Monday, November 2; 6:30pm to 8:30pm This is a closed class.

Shamanic Women’s Group Vicki Evans This circle was created to support and encourage women who are interested, or even just a bit curious, about shamanism and other nature-based beliefs. The women who attend the circle have all levels of experiences from almost none to years of shamanic practice.

So many women are exploring the different belief systems and don’t have others to share their experiences with, this cir-cle was created just for that reason. This circle was created as a safe place to come and be heard, to learn and to share your experiences as you deepen your spiritual practice.

Teaching and/or discussion, a channeled message, and a shamanic journey are part of every circle. Friday, November 6; 7pm to 9pm; $20 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shamanic-womens -group-tickets-121853205217 or you may use PayPal.Me/vickievanshealing

[Zoom Class] Sacred & Sensual Self-Love Saturdays: Celebrating Self-Fullness Goddess Annika Sacred & Sensual Self-Love Saturday is an alchemical experi-ence designed to align the spiritual essence of a woman with her divine feminine wisdom, to develop a direct knowledge of her inner sensual truth.

Sacred & Sensual Self-Love Saturday allows every woman the opportunity to transform any lead (low vibrational ener-gy): fear, limiting beliefs, self-sabotaging habits, destructive patterns of behaviors/biological programing), into pure gold (high vibrational energy): peace, joy, abundance, freedom, happiness, and self-love. Saturday, November 7; 10am to 12 Noon; $20 To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sacred-sensual -self-love-saturdays-celebrating-self-fullness-tickets -124855003677

Soaring to the Heaven’s with Archangel Sandalphon: A Workshop with Music and Meditation Yvonne O’Brien Voyage with Archangel Sandalphon, the angel of music, to the heavens through various musical scores in meditation. Experience the chorus of souls (a special angelic music Yvonne hears before a passing), learn how music can help you connect with you, give you courage to follow your convictions and BE. Picture Archangel Sandalphon in meditation and breath in the heavenly state he shows you. It is almost like you are following in a trance like wave of music. Come seeking and leave happy with Archangel Sandalphon. Saturday, November 7; 10am to 2:30pm; $80 Register: http://www.yvonneobrien.com/events/tickets/

[Zoom Class] Kabbalah/Tarot Monthly Mastermind Mashup Linda Horton This laid back “drop in” class looks at one or two elements of Kabbalah each month and how they apply to Tarot.  The rest of the class time is spent “learning by doing” in the form of micro-readings. The goal is to show you how to immediately apply what you’re learning to your readings and your life. Bring a Tarot Deck with you. I will be using the Rider Waite Smith deck and meanings, but you can bring any deck you like. Saturday, November 7; 7pm to 8:30pm; $15 PayPal $15 to [email protected]

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Feng Shui 101 (Part 1) Dawn Reynolds This workshop will explore the basics of Feng Shui. It will unveil the difference between the Compass school and the Form school approach. You will learn the meaning, history, and principals of Feng Shui including, understanding the ener-getics of Qi’, Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, and the very powerful Bagua Map. You will learn how all of these elements are connected and how they can enable you to curate a life filled with abundance in love, peace, happiness, and finance. Thursday, November 12; 7pm to 8:30pm; $35 Part 2 is held on November 14

[Zoom Class] Wisdom and Healing Through Shamanic Journeys Vicki Evans The online event gives you the opportunity to journey to the spirit realms without leaving the comfort of your home!

Would you like to be able to receive more guidance from the spiritual realms? Shamanic Journeys are a tool that shamans use to go to non-ordinary reality, to the places where they can have a strong and clear connection to their spirit helpers. Fortunately, you don’t have to be a shaman to benefit from doing a Shamanic Journey. In this group, you get the opportunity to sit back, listen to the soft and rhythmic beat of the drum and be guided into the spirit worlds where you are able to meet with guides who have come for you highest good and will bring wisdom and/or healing for you. Sometimes they come quietly with just a subtle presence so you know that you are in non-ordinary reality and allow you to relax and remem-ber who you are without the stresses of the world. At other times they come with words or visions to bring forth the mes-sages and healing for you.

No experience is necessary to join in, we will do two jour-neys and they will be guided unless everyone is experienced with the process and then only the first one is guided. Thursday, November 12; 7pm to 8:30pm; $20 Register: Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ wisdom-and-healing-through-shamanic-journeys-online -event-tickets-121975575229 Or you may use PayPal.Me/vickievanshealing

[Zoom and Live] Poetry Open Mic Night Michael Burke Join us for an evening of splendor with enchanting and thought-provoking spoken word performances from some of Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore’s flourishing community of poets. We encourage poets of all ages to join us. The 7pm to 8pm hour features family-friendly material; bring your chil-

dren, grandchildren, or grandmothers. The tone shifts from 8pm to 9pm for more adult-themed topics. Friday, November 13; 7pm to 9pm; Free Reservations required with email to get Zoom password and for Live to keep within Social Distancing Guidelines.

Feng Shui 101 (Part 2) Dawn Reynolds We will review a few of the floor plans and photos submitted by the class as case studies. Using the skills you’ve gained from the Day 1, we will apply enhancements and discuss options with fellow students. Saturday, November 14; 4pm to 5:30pm; $35

Witch’s Brew Damaris Do you ever think of someone and the next day they call you? Do you have to be careful what you think because it may hap-pen? Do you feel like you have a hidden power? If you answered yes, this class is definitely for you! In this class we will: • Discover the manifestation power within • Discuss proper use of resins and candles for spell work • Discover the day that is most potent for your spell work • Become allies with nature during rituals • Learn how to write personal spells, and much more! This class is highly recommended to those who want to increase personal power and those who have a strong affinity for manifestation techniques and magic. Tuesday, November 17; 7pm to 8:30pm; $20

Wisdom and Healing Through Shamanic Journeys Vicki Evans Shamanic Journeys are an opportunity to connect with Spirit and your guides for healing and direction. You can use the journeys to ask about all areas of your life, not just the spiritual side. Spirit loves to help you live the best life possible.

Each month we will do a couple of Shamanic Journeys. Some will be guided, some we will just set an intention and you will journey on your own to the beat of the drum. There will be opportunities to partner and journey for each other, and then to share the messages you received on the journey. We will also have times when everyone who wants to, can bring a drum or rattle and we will have a more vibrant type of journey.

No experience is needed to participate. All are welcome. If you prefer to lie down while you journey, please bring a mat or blanket. If you tend to get cold, bring some type of covering. Thursday, November 19; 7pm to 8:30pm; $20 Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wisdom-and -healing-through-shamanic-journeys-tickets-121969801961 Or you may use PayPal.Me/vickievanshealing

Special Events for November 2020

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Readings Don Simmons Finding clarity in a confusing world is Don’s specialty. The palm of the hand is a roadmap of your life, showing highlights and obstacles. Combining palmistry and tarot, Don reveals answers in matters of business, romance, and divine purpose. With hyp-nosis and past life regression, Don helps clients reintegrate unusual occurrences with the other side. Don works with energy and symbols for the purpose of balance and healing, blending the ancient art of Feng Shui with modern symbolism. Friday, November 20; 12 Noon to 5pm Readings: $125 – 30min; $150 – 45min; $175 – 60min Past Life Regression: $250 – 1½ hr Hypnosis: $250 – 1 ½ hr

[Zoom Class] Shamanic Women’s Group Vicki Evans This circle was created to support and encourage women who are interested, or even just a bit curious, about shamanism and other nature-based beliefs. The women who attend the circle have all levels of experiences from almost none to years of shamanic practice.

So many women are exploring the different belief systems and don’t have others to share their experiences with, this cir-cle was created just for that reason. This circle was created as a safe place to come and be heard, to learn and to share your experiences as you deepen your spiritual practice.

Teaching and/or discussion, a channeled message, and a shamanic journey are part of every circle. Friday, November 20; 7 pm to 9pm; $20 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shamanic-womens -group-tickets-121853205217 or you may use PayPal.Me/vickievanshealing

Saturday Meditation Don Simmons Classic Mindfulness with Guided Imagery is a specialty of long-time Teacher and Intuitive Don Simmons. Having trained with both Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and Jonn Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. in meditation, Don was also a Guided Imagery expert in pain reduction at Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu. His soothing voice, skillful use of Quartz Crystal and Tibetan Bowls and his Mystical Connection with Great Spirit will allow you a safe space to reconnect ~ Body, Mind, and Spirit. Saturday, November 21; 6pm to 7pm; $10

Shaman Circle Don Simmons Each Shaman Circle consist of three parts: 1) Healing. 2) Journeying. 3) Global Prayer. Working with a guest from the

audience, the shamans, without knowing the “disharmony” of the guest, will diagnose and implement energies of plants, ani-mals, crystal and other forms of Angelic and energetic healing in this lifetime and even from past lives.

After a break, members of the audience will be invited to partner with the shaman of their choice so the shaman may journey for them, providing guidance from Great Spirit. Before closing the Shaman Circle, there will be a guided Journey to restore the universe of healthy water, air, land and humanity. Saturday, November 21; 7:30pm to 9:30pm; Guests $10; Students $5 Pre-registration & pre-payment required. Must register at least 24 hours in advance; space is limited; reserve your spot today.

Psychic Development Circle Susan Rushing All levels of intuitives are welcome, from curious to beginner to advanced. The goal of this gathering is to: • Boost intuitive skills • Share and understand energy and how it works • Learn and share psychic protection skills and methods • Support and connect with other intuitives and healers who

may have been experiencing similar feelings or happenings • Learn new methods of divination Each monthly circle will offer a meditation, a grounding exer-cise, a vibration raising exercise, an exercise in calling in psy-chic protection, and respectful sharing. A new topic for dis-covery will be introduced each month, such as, but not limited to: manipulating energy, psychic protection, dowsing, psy-chometry, graphology, astral projection, mediumship, and more. Everyone is welcome from ages 14 and up. Saturday, November 28; 10:30am to 12:30pm; $15 Space is limited, prepaid registration is recommended.

[Zoom Class] Transmission Meditation Share International USA SE Region Our world has arrived at a profound moment of transforma-tion. Many hunger for justice and peace and are searching for ways to both make a positive difference and to deepen their own spirituality. Thousands around the world have found a way to accomplish both goals through Transmission Meditation. This is a simple group meditation that provides both a dynamic service to the world, and a powerful means of personal spiritual development. It was introduced in 1974 by a great spiritual teacher, one of a group of enlightened, incor-ruptible, compassionate teachers known as the Masters of Wisdom. Monday, November 30; 7:30pm to 8:30pm; Free Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transmission -meditation-tickets-123947037927

Special Events for November 2020

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Shamanic Women’s Group Vicki Evans 7pm

[Zoom Class] Sacred & Sensual Self-Love Saturdays Goddess Annika. 10am Soaring to the Heaven’s with Archangel Sandalphon Yvonne O’Brien. 10am [Zoom Class] Kabbalah/Tarot Monthly Mastermind Mashup Linda Horton. 7pm

[Google Meet] Grove of the Willow Wood Open House 2pm

[Zoom Class] Learn the Foundations of Astrology: 8 Week Class Lorenzo Sanford 6:30pm

Feng Shui 101 (Part 1) Dawn Reynolds 7pm

[Zoom Class] Wisdom and Healing Through Shamanic Journeys Vicki Evans 7pm

[Zoom and Live] Poetry Open Mic Night Michael Burke 7pm

Feng Shui 101 (Part 2) Dawn Reynolds 5:30pm

[Zoom and Live] Small Cars, Big Inspiration Book Launch and Art Exhibit Anthony Schmidt 4:30pm

Wisdom and Healing Through Shamanic Journeys Vicki Evans 7pm

Readings Don Simmons 12 Noon

[Zoom Class] Shamanic Women’s Group Vicki Evans 7pm

Saturday Meditation Don Simmons 6pm

Shaman Circle Don Simmons 7:30pm

Witch’s Brew Damaris 7pm

Psychic Development Circle Susan Rushing 10:30am

[Zoom Class] Transmission Meditation Share International USA SE Region 7:30pm

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0You can register by phone at 404-255-5207 Store Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm; Sunday 12 noon to 6 pm

In gratitude for all the creative, non-traditional Thanksgiving fare available, Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore

is offering 20% off all cookbooks to invite you to explore new possibilities from a

Friendsgiving celebration to a “Forest Feast”gathering.

Offer is good through November 30, 2020.

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The Phoenix Psychic Center

Clarity, Integrity, Compassion

Candace Apple – Voyager Tarot

Merry Bisogna – Tarot, Pendulum

Frank Badia – Psychic, Tarot, Numerologist, Reiki, Energy Worker, Spiritual Counselor

Damaris – Intuitive, Channel, Tarot, Medical Intuitive

Marilyn DuMont – Astrology

ErinMichael Finn – Conscious Channel, Pet Communicator

Selena – Clairvoyant, Psychic, Energy Clearer, Tarot Reader

Susan Rushing – Psychic Medium, Handwriting Readings

Lorenzo Sanford – Astrology

Don Simmons – Past Life, Palmistry, Tarot

Candace Zellner – Medium, Channel

Call 404-255-5207 for an appointment Phoenix Psychic Center

Gift Cards Available

PHOENIX & DRAGON BOOKSTORE 5531 ROSWELL ROAD NE ATLANTA, GA 30342

Events with Phoenix & Dragon logo are presentations by store staff or Phoenix Psychic Center practitioners.

Some of our psychics have returned to reading in store and in the annex. If you are interested in an

in-person reading, please call us at 404-255-5207 to see who is available. Social distancing guidelines

will be observed during in-person readings.

Enjoy Social Distancing and receive 12% discount

on your purchase before 12:00 noon.

We encourage you to make your reservation during the less busy mornings. Time extensions may also be

available during morning hours.