Still away from the busyness of life by spending a weekend nurturing your creative self. Sanctuary is a weekend writing retreat that offers a welcoming and safe environment for individuals to learn more about poetry, be inspired by nature, and experience a safe, welcoming community with other like-minded individuals. At the retreat, creatives will engage in writing instruction, exercises with visual art, and opportunities to be in nature. They also will learn how mental health and mindfulness are connected to writing. This is not a retreat where every second is packed. Instead, a blend of scheduled activities and downtime will be available. This way you won’t return home exhausted. The retreat will be at Riverwoods in St. Charles, Illinois. It is an 85-acre wooded campus on Fox River. Delicious home-cooked meals will be provided. Lodging is in cabins with bunk beds in shared rooms. Due to a generous grant from Elevating Equity, the retreat is offered at a subsidized rate. To