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Fri, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 18, 2024
Enjoy the last of the fall colors and first of the holiday trimmings while writing in a lovely New Hope inn. This 4-day retreat includes daily writing exercises & workshops, daily readings, daily meditations & journaling, a private 1:1 session, daily breakfast, and a 3-night stay in a charming restored colonial manor.
Writers of all levels, especially beginners and of all genres, are welcome. In past retreats, writers working in fiction, memoir, creative nonfiction, journaling, blogging, children's literature, and poetry have joined. At each retreat, it is amazing how quickly the writers form a close, supportive environment to create and share their work. Carve out some precious, dedicated time to write, network, make new friends, and share in the company of other creative spirits.
Picture yourself walking along a scenic towpath with wildlife and river views, relaxing poolside, and writing stories that touch people’s hearts and minds. Let your creativity flow in a serene, sacred spot surrounded by other artistic souls.
Combine your love of writing and traveling! Spend your days writing, people watching, and shopping in the eclectic art galleries and fun gift shops of artsy New Hope and Lambertville. Hop over to Philly and visit its famous landmarks--Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Chinatown. Run up the Rocky steps at the Art Museum.
For a healthy balance of body, mind, and soul, begin each day with Guided Meditation followed by self-exploration and clarity journaling in a complimentary copy of the Know Yourself Gratitude & Daily Dump Discovery Journal.
Each morning session will start with a writing prompt for a writing exercise, followed by a group share for those who wish to read their work. You also have the option to workshop a writing piece at the retreat.
You can submit a 3000-word writing piece for the workshop four weeks before the retreat. Your host will forward it to all the other attendees for their thorough reading and comments. At the retreat, your work will be discussed at a 30-min workshop, and afterward, written feedback will be shared with you either in hardcopy or by email.
You have the option to meet with your host to focus individual attention on your specific writing questions, your workshop comments, or your writing projects and goals. You can build on the valuable input you heard in the group workshop and receive further guidance and insight into your work from your host. You will have the time and space to go deeper into your stories. This session can be scheduled during the retreat or afterward on Zoom.
Each evening at after-dinner readings, you are welcome to share and showcase what you have been working on during the retreat day or writing you had previously written or even published.
You can also lull away the relaxing afternoon hours by selecting from a long list of other activities. Hop on the Towpath along the Delaware Canal (access right down the road from the Inn) and take a meditative walk. Or bike the Towpath into New Hope, explore the vibrant streets, people watch and eat at a trendy restaurant/bar, then cross the scenic bridge to Lambertville, NJ, and loop back riding the Towpath on the NJ side. Or visit nearby attractions, Mercer Museum and Grounds for Sculpture.
To keep everyone safe, healthy, and comfortable, all staff are fully vaccinated, and it is strongly recommended that all retreat attendees be vaccinated against Covid-19 also.
Enjoy a delicious daily breakfast each morning and scrumptious spread at the Wine & Hors d'oeuvres Hr on Sat afternoon.
Quaint downtown New Hope & Lambertville have eclectic art galleries, trendy restaurants, and bars.
Pay only a 15% deposit now to secure your spot. Free cancelations until Sept 15. Full payment is not due until October 15.
Fri, Nov 15
Check-in – Pineapple Hill B&B Innkeeper will show you to your reserved room.
Writing Retreat Day 1 – Sitting Room
Optional Group Dinner (Additional cost; not part of the Retreat Fee)
The group typically goes out to dinner together at a New Hope restaurant and continues to get to know each other better.
Sat, Nov 16
Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper.
Commuters are welcome to join for $25 paid directily to Innkeeper.
Writing Retreat Day 2 – Sitting Room
• Guided Meditation – Manifesting Your Desires
• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 1
• Writing Exercise
• Group Share & Discussion
• Workshop - Writers get in-depth feedback and comments to elevate and move their work to the final draft.
• Optional Homework - Writing Exercise for the Afternoon
Free Time – Write, Shop, Explore. Enjoy freshly baked treats served by Pineapple Hill Inn.
Schedule a 30min one-on-one talk with host.
Wine and Hors d’oeuvres Hour hosted by Pineapple Hill Inn.
Evening Reading & Group Share by the firepit. We can make smores afterwards!
Sun, Nov 17
Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper.
Commuters can join breakfast for $25 paid directly to innkeeper.
Writing Retreat Day 3 – Sitting Room
• Guided Meditation – Yoga Nidra
• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 1
• Writing Exercise
• Group Share & Discussion
• Workshop - Writers get in-depth feedback and comments to elevate and move their work to the final draft.
• Optional Homework - Writing Exercise for the Afternoon
Free Time – Write, Shop, Explore. Enjoy freshly baked treats served by Pineapple Hill Inn.
Schedule a 30min one-on-one talk with host.
Optional Order Dinner In (Additional cost; not part of the Retreat Fee) The group typically orders dinner in and eats together while we do the Evening Reading & Group Share.
Mon, Nov 18
Hot Breaksfast – Served by Pineapple Hill B&B innkeeper.
Commuters are welcome to join for $25 paid directily to Innkeeper.
• Please pack your bags and store them in your car before joining the Workshop Session at 9am
• Writers are welcome to stay after the Workshop Session ends & use the Inn grounds until new guests arrive at 3pm
Writing Retreat Day 4 – Sitting Room
• Guided Meditation – Yoga Nidra
• Know Yourself Journaling – Round 2
• Writing Exercise
• Group Share & Discussion
• Open Workshop - Writers can get in-depth feedback and comments on a second piece of writing, whether a revised draft from an earlier workshop or a brand new piece.
• Feedback Survey
• Closing Remarks
By Plane: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 45min away
By Car: Philadelphia - 45min drive
New York City - 1.5hrs drive
Washington DC - 3.25hrs drive
By Train: Both Amtrak and New Jersey Transit provide train service to Trenton, NJ. From there, take a 20min Uber/Lift ride to the Inn.
Start mornings with meditation, journaling, writing exercises, workshops, and group sharing. Workshop a story to get feedback on questions about structure, characters, & what works & what doesn't. Get your writing moving again. Spend afternoons writing, shopping, or sightseeing. Showcase your work at evening readings.
Each room is individually decorated and furnished with period antiques, family collectibles, and artwork. The rooms, although quaint, still offer all of today’s amenities, including cable TV, Air conditioning, and Free WiFi. The private baths have plush white towels, Gilchrist and Soames bath products, and blow dryers.
This area offers some of the best shopping experiences!
Check out some of the area's many famous and scenic sights and museums!
Take a break from writing and get your body moving with fun, active options nearby!
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