Master writing teacher John Stifler will return to the Sanctuary for a writers retreat on Saturday, November 7th. John will be leading us through a series of stimulating writing exercises, great conversation, and supportive feedback. If you are a writer, or want to write, or write more, or write something you’ve thought about writing for a while, this may be the perfect group for you.
Stimulating discussion, writing sessions, delicious organic vegetarian meals and refreshments from Xena’s Kitchen, situated in the natural wonder of the Sanctuary’s 40 acre land trust preserve and animal sanctuary.
Schedule for this Retreat
9 a.m. - Noon – Introduction followed by a series of three writing exercises. Each of these begins with a writing prompt and everyone writing in response for 20-25 minutes. Following, anyone may share what they wrote and we take a few moments to respond. We’ll take a 25-minute break somewhere in the middle.
Noon-1 p.m. Lunch, a walk, yoga and meditation
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. – An extended writing period, each participant with an objective either chosen by themselves or offered by me. Followed by discussion.
4:00-4:45 – Break. Extra writing time, or time for a walk, conversation with other participants, etc.
4:45-6 p.m. – General discussion, closing observations and questions, possibly one more short exercise, plus some suggestions for writing on one’s own in the days and weeks ahead. Includes a short list of recommended readings.
6-8 p.m. – Dinner Party
Homemade, organic, healthy delicious meals included.
Suggested donation: $250
Mini-grants available for unemployed or under-employed seekers. Inquire at info@oursanctuary.org
