Classes & Workshops 12th ANNUAL WEEKEND WRITERS RETREAT Writing for Power, Heart, and Vision with Tom Peek Friday, February 19 - Sunday, February 21 5 p.m. Fri. - 3 p.m. Sun. Volcano Village $250 retreat only ($234 members)

retreat facilitator Tom Peek

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Join an intimate community of writers in a focused weekend of writing, sharing, and inspiration in quaint Volcano Village! The Writer's Retreat, Tom Peek's most highly acclaimed workshop, includes 2 1/2 days of artistic connection and creative exchange. Over the weekend, Peek guides a maximum of 14 creative writers--in all genres and at any level of experience--through writing exercises, discussion of the writing process, and convivial sharing of work.

Designed to increase the depth and potency of your writing, the retreat includes stimulating sessions on: training your mind to see detail, pouring emotion onto the page, tapping your unique imagination, striding toward insight and compassion, overcoming barriers to writing, focusing your work, and making a commitment to writing.

"One reason the retreat has remained popular over the years is its friendly, non-judgmental atmosphere that gives people opportunities to share the important stories of their lives," says Peek. "The retreat's cozy setting and friendly comradeship encourages people to write honestly without fear. People go home feeling empowered, ready to carry on with their projects and keep their pens moving."

The retreat fee includes 6 delicious catered meals. The retreat is held at the comfortable, down-home Volcano Hale, one of Volcano Village’s oldest visitor accommodations. For those who wish to stay on site, housing in private rooms (with shared baths) is available for an additional fee of $135 for two nights.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Tom Peek has taught his popular writing workshops since 1991, through University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Lana'i Center for Culture and Arts, and Volcano Art Center. He has written for 30 years, both professionally and as a potent way to process and guide the experiences of his own life. His work ranges from book-length university publications to late-night radio comedy, and includes newspaper stories and commentaries, magazine articles, national park exhibits, public policy studies, and award-winning video productions. He also served as the primary writer on the core design team for the Kilauea Visitor Center exhibits at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, which were unveiled in 2005.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

(808) 967-8222 or E-mail Us. Substantial educational subsidies are available for financially needy students.