What will you discover?
Below is the full schedule for the program. We are really excited with the offerings and deeply appreciate the enthusiastic response from everyone that has offered to lead a session.
As a reminder, we are not sharing detailed bio sketches in advance of the program. We want to foster an environment that will allow everyone to come as you are without worrying about preconceived notions.
For that reason, you will note that the session leaders are just identified by first name only. We also encourage you to read through the Philosophy section of this site so that we all arrive with the same baseline expectations.
Schedule
Sunday, June 8
at the Cape Ann Marina
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Welcome Lunch and sessions to begin at the Cape Ann Marina in the Mile Marker Restaurant.
75 Essex Ave
Gloucester, MA 01930
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This playful intro is led by Michal.
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Led by Stephanie with a classical string quartet
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Led by Natasha
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Check in at the Beauport Hotel and some down time for everyone.
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Susie will be hosting the group at her home at 9 Longbranch Ave in Rockport for a casual dinner. Alex will lead a dessert demo.
Before dinner, Greg will lead the group in an optional walk along the rocky shore line. We will learn about nature as a source of new therapies.
Wear solid shoes or sneakers for the walk and casual dress for dinner.
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Before dinner, Greg will share some ideas about nature as a source of new therapies.
Wear solid shoes or sneakers if you want to take a walk and casual dress for dinner.
Meet at 9 Longbranch Ave, Rockport
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Optional mindfulness practice and/or walk on the beach, breakfast at your own pace.
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Led by Hal.
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Led by Doris
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Led by Dan
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Led by Annette
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Led by Edmar
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Edmar
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Tonight’s music soirée is hosted by Circe and Greg at 22 Paine Avenue, Prides Crossing, MA — the former home of Henry Lee Higginson, founding patron of the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Weather permitting, we will enjoy the beautiful outdoors and ocean views. In the spirit of the Higginson era and immersed in the acoustics of the piano room designed by Higginson’s expert architects, we will be treated to musical performances led by Edmar, Stephanie, and guest musicians.
As for dress code, we take inspiration from Vogue editor Bettina Wilson’s description of Coco Chanel’s gatherings: “You dress—or not—as you choose for dinner.”
Monday, June 9
at the Beauport Hotel
Tuesday, June 10
at the Beauport Hotel
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Optional mindfulness practice and/or walk on the beach, breakfast at your own pace.
This is a great time to check out from hotel and store luggage at front desk.
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Led by Ory
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Led by Dabney
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Led by Michal
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Led by Sandra
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The group will convene together to review lessons learned and provide feedback for future programming.
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In recognition of Renaissance Years’ emphasis on impact work and community service, we arranged a volunteering opportunity at Roving Radish, a a local dahlia farm that offers over 400 varieties of dahlias. Whether or not you are a gardening enthusiast, consider investing the time to help out this small business and enjoy spending some additional time bonding with other group members in the fresh air before heading home.
We have a farm project planned for anyone that would like to spend a few hours with a service project before heading home.
For any gardening enthusiasts this will be a great way to end the retreat.
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About the Beauport
Situated on Pavilion Beach in Gloucester, Massachusetts, Beauport Hotel Gloucester is a one-of-a-kind luxury boutique hotel with panoramic views of the city of Gloucester and Gloucester Harbor. The four-story building is designed to emulate New England’s grand beachfront hotels and summer homes.
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About Gloucester
Recognized as one of the nation’s top fishing ports, Gloucester is brimming with history, dining, culture, events, and shopping including delicious seafood and beautiful beaches, making Gloucester a top summer destination.
Founded in 1642, Gloucester is a place to see, feel, and taste history.