Master writing teacher John Stifler will return to the Sanctuary for a sping writers retreat, on Sunday, May 18th. His fourth visit to the Sanctuary, John Stifler 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.   

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.

Guests are invited to stay at The Sanctuary the evening of Sat. March 29th.

Suggested donation: $250