Summer retreat August 2021: Stony Point Center
** SOLD OUT **
They’re actually (not virtually) happening!
WOW! We are finally able to gather in person safely again after a full year! We missed you, but were so glad to see so many of you in the virtual realm and make many new songwriting friends over the course of the year. As things are opening up, we have jumped through hoops to see you in person, exploring new options and ways of doing so amidst new restrictions and concerns. For the curious-minded, the Garrison Institute, our usual location, has closed for in-person events this year, but we are very happy to return to Stony Point Center (https://stonypointcenter.org/) It’s another Hudson Valley location that can hold the magic of songwriters coming together so well. We are adding some tents and lighting magic to the location in celebration of this coming together again.
We require all our guests to be fully vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to the retreat and to respect all distancing guidelines and people’s comfort levels.
May the circle be unbroken!
Monday, August 9, 2021 to Friday, August 13, 2021
We are offering two summer retreats at Stony Point Center: July 5-9 and August 9-13 (40 person limit)
- yoga in the mornings (optional)
- local morning field trip jaunts for inspiration
- musical/lyrical/visual prompts and inspiration from Dar and the team
- one-on-one sessions with Dar
- group workshops in vocals, songwriting,guitar
- collaborative opportunities
- special guest artist (TBA) workshops
- nightly evening song circle
Requirements:
- Proof of being fully vaccinated (2 weeks post 2nd vaccination for Pfizer or Moderna or 2 week post single J&J shot)
- Signing of our mental health waiver
- One song or song scrap under your belt and the desire to GO FURTHER
Accommodations
Single, air-conditioned rooms with shared bath. (Not overly shared, mind-you! One bathroom serves a few rooms.) Doubles available upon request. (If so, please specify your roommate.) Linens (sheets, towels) provided. Tuition includes 3 meals a day plus evening snacks (okay, it’s actually a nightly party;)) We are working with the venue in planning a healthy farm-to-table, mostly vegetarian menu.
Check In/Check Out
Check in is 11AM - 1PM. Check out is 12 PM.
Both occur before lunch.
Getting There
For driving directions to Stony Point Center, click here.
Stony Point is located near Stewart Airport in nearby New Windsor. It can be accessed from the New York metropolitan area and airports via public transportation. (We recommend Newark or Stewart when choosing flights, but all can work.) Please contact us to get assistance with your transportation and shuttle needs.
For more about Stony Point Center, click here.
Any unanswered questions or concerns? Feel free to reach out to us at: darwilliamsretreat@gmail.com