Calling
all writers, poets, novelists, bloggers, freelancers, and people who love to
write but hate to label themselves!
Join us Easter Weekend at All World Acres for a few inspiring days of learning, laughter, and of course, creating art!
We'll have several workshops available (but never required), a beautiful peaceful writing environment, lots of writing time, and opportunities to socialize with and learn from writers of all genres.
A partial list of available workshops follows (times and
content subject to change, possibly just to keep you on your toes.) If you'd
like to suggest or (even better) lead a workshop, please contact me at
AuthorAshleyRae@gmail.com before April 4th, 2012.
Open Forum Meet and Greet – Friday, April 6, 7:30pm
Let's get together to discuss the writing life, publishing, and our goals as
writers during this retreat and beyond, all while munching on some yummies.
This is not technically a workshop, but it could be the most informative and
inspiring thing we do all weekend!
Connecting with Your Muse – Saturday, April 7, 9:00am
How do you get in the flow? Let's talk about ways
of consciously connecting ourselves to creative flow so we never need to wait
for inspiration to strike again!
Creative Ways to Break the Block – Saturday, April 7,
11am
Using the
Bright Idea Deck
we will explore right-brain ways to solve plot issues, create characters and
storylines, uncover themes, break down the dam that's been holding back our
creative juices and get in the flow! Please note: you don't have to buy this
deck in order to learn something from this workshop! But if you do happen to
have a card deck with pictures - tarot, oracle, inspiration, or otherwise, feel
free to bring it.
Sense-Immersion – Saturday, April 7, 3pm
Whether you write fiction, poetry, or creative
nonfiction, the six senses are your friend. Yes, I said six. This workshop
will explore ways to engage your readers by appealing to their bodies, hearts,
minds, and spirits with a few simple techniques.
Re-Vision Strategies – Saturday, April 7, 7pm in the
Community Center
Revising doesn't mean correcting spelling and
punctuation, but you knew that already...right? Let's talk about methods we can
use to see our work in completely new ways, and turn our rough drafts into
polished gems! (This will be a crafty workshop, so we're going to go inside
where there is light, and play with scissors, crayons, markers, coloring
pencils, water colors, salt-dough, and maybe even our rough drafts...)
Putting it all Together at the Morning Social – Sunday,
April 8, 9am
More yummies to eat while we talk about our
work, epiphanies we've had over the weekend, ask any further questions, exchange
email addresses, and figure out what we want to contribute to our first All
World Acres publication!
Ashley Rae (aka Ash) has a Master of Fine Arts in
Creative Writing from the University of Central Florida. Her first memoir,
Birth of a Mother, will be released in March 2012. She teaches an e-course
on using writing as a self-healing tool, as well as e-courses on Intuitive Tarot
and The Incredible Vagina, which is simply the best title come up with for any
class, ever. She is currently working on her second memoir, optimistically and
partially jokingly titled: Wrong Venus – How I Lost 200 Pounds on the Love
Thyself Diet. Check out her website at
www.AuthorAshleyRae.com
and contact her at AuthorAshleyRae@gmail.com
General Info
Gates open at 3pm on Friday. All World Acres, has hosted more than
100
different events over the past eleven years. AWA features an air conditioned
community center, a cafe, a covered stage, 3
different ritual/fire circle areas, and a bath house with hot showers and flush
toilets. AWA is a not for profit sanctuary and campground that is supported by
the community it serves. All of the work done to prepare and facilitate this
event is done by volunteers.
Site Location
All World Acres is located at 4715 Bruton Rd. Plant City, Florida 33565.
This is a private sanctuary and visitation is only allowed during scheduled
events. No drop-bys. Visit Online Newsletter for directions. It is
each visitor's responsibility to be aware of site policy at All World Acres
before arrival. This is sent as part of the confirmation email for those who
pre-register. If you are planning to pay at gate then please visit
FAQ to learn about site policy.
Admission Options
The Full Event
The Retreat will begin on Friday at 3pm and run
through Sunday at 1pm. The Full Event admission includes all workshops and
activities and also includes camping for the entire Retreat. This amount is
per person 11 years and older (10 years and under are free camping with adult).
This is the most economical and practical option to enjoy all or most of the
activities. Even if you don't want to camp this is the best
option for activities on all 3 days. Register early (by March 6) in advance
for only $30 per person (11
years and older). After March 6 online for $40 per person. At gate $50 per
person. Register early for best price and to help volunteers plan event. RV
spaces are limited please call 813-748-0761 to inquire.
Please register below with PayPal
Full Event per person if registered by March 6, 2012;
$30
Meal Plan per person; $35. If you choose to add this option please register by March 30. Includes 5 meals. Beverages available at cafe for $1 or you are welcome to bring your own.
If you prefer you may register
By Mail: Please send payment to All World Enterprises: PO Box 4825 Plant
City, FL 33563. Please include name, name of event, and an email address or
phone number for confirmation.
Questions? Please call 813-748-0761 or email to: info@healingtoday.com
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