

Scribente Maternum Writing Retreats

Retreats specially curated for writers who identify as mothers
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Scribente Maternum was formed out of a desire to find balance between our children as writing inspiration and their perpetual presence as writing distraction. Join us for our next chance to write together as a community:
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Write Like a Mother Retreat
November 7-10, 2024
In the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis arts district​
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This retreat includes:
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Time and space to write
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Curated craft sessions with acclaimed writers and teachers
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Supportive feedback (and space to share more than just writing)
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Mindfulness practices and intentional movement
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The unique and brave Scribente Maternum writer-moms community
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Opportunities to explore and support the arts and culture of the Twin Cities
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FREE writer goodies, curated from vendors across the upper Midwest
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Additional amenities:
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Welcome reception on Thursday evening
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Breakfast each morning
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Lunch each day
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Saturday night dinner together as a group
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Opportunities to experience other arts and culture in the Twin Cities area
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Celebratory closing session, including opportunities for participants to share their work.
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Investment
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We work very hard to keep the cost of our retreats as affordable as possible, never charging more than our expenses:
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Only 7 "Super planner" tickets: $497 (Until April 1, 2024 or while supplies last)
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15 "Still on top of things" tickets: $527 (Until September 15, 2024 or while supplies last)
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10 "Life is crazy enough" standard-rate-but-still-a-steal tickets: $547 (Until November 1, 2024 or while supplies last)
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We know retreats are necessary for everyone, but that the expense can still be difficult. To that end, we offer a You Deserve to Be Here fund, supported by generous sponsors and our own retreat participants. Apply for those funds here.
Travel and Lodging:
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Lodging: While registration does not include lodging, there are a number of short-term rentals in Northeast Minneapolis. We are also working to secure a block of rooms at a nearby hotel.
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Travel: Northeast Minneapolis is about a ten-minute drive from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International airport. There is plenty of street parking for locals who are driving.
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Retreat Schedule
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See tentative retreat schedule below -- schedule is subject to change.
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Scroll to see the amazing facilitators who have facilitated past Write Like a Mother retreats.
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Tentative Retreat Schedule
Thursday, November 7
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5:00-7:00pm: Welcome Gathering at one of Northeast Minneapolis's amazing distilleries. Spirits and non-alcoholic options available. (optional)
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Friday, November 8
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8:30-9:00am: Breakfast and coffee
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9:00-9:30am: Welcome and intention-setting
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9:30-10:00am: Opening movement and centering
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10:00-11:00am: Introductions and time with small groups
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11:00am-12:30pm: Writing workshop
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12:30-2:00pm: Lunch and time to write
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2:00-3:30pm: Workshop
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3:30-4:30pm: Debriefing and conversation with small groups
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4:30pm: Closing and group photo
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5:30pm: Dinner out (optional, location TBD)
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7:30pm: Theater performance (location TBD)
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Saturday, November 9
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8:30-9:00am: Breakfast and coffee
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9:00-9:30am: Welcome and intention-setting
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9:30-10:00am: Opening movement and centering
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10:00-11:00am: Debriefing and conversation with small groups
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11:00am-12:30pm: Writing workshop
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12:30-2:00pm: Lunch and time to write
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2:00-4:00pm: Experiential art and writing experience at the Minneapolis Institute of Art
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4:00-5:00pm: Closing with small groups
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5:00pm: Large group ceremonial closing
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6:00pm: Group celebratory dinner, including an opportunity to share your writing
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Sunday, November 10
Optional breakfast. Attendees are free to leave anytime during the day.​
Past Retreat Facilitators
Incredible facilitators have lead sessions at our Write Like a Mother retreats. We are working hard to secure facilitators for this year's event. If you are a writer in the Minneapolis area and would be interested in facilitating, please let us know.