Announcing our 11th getaway retreat in Vermont!
In September we will gather for three days and nights of delightful art-making, friendship and adventure in southern Vermont. Our guest artist this session is Rebecca Sower, returning to us from her Nashville farm and studio. She and I will be leading workshops in painting and stitchwork that capture the colors of autumn in the beautiful mountains of Vermont.
There will be additional side art projects and our traditional adventures, the neighboring villages and Saturday morning tag sales. All of this will take place at Meleen's beautiful side-by-side houses in Arlington, filled with charm, comfort and hospitality.
*The event begins Thursday at noon with a welcome lunch and an afternoon workshop. Meleen's home-cooked dinner is served in the main house and evening crafting follows with open access to the "craft room" all evening.
*Friday, we will enjoy a leisurely breakfast in Meleen's kitchen and great room and then begin work on the featured painting/stitching project. Lunch is served on the porches and in the great room as we continue to create and enjoy each other's company. There is time for independent adventuring or relaxing without an agenda. Dinner is served family style in the great room.
*Saturday is the morning for tag saling! Entirely optional, it is a fun way to explore the charming New England villages and highlights that the area is known for. Covered bridges, farmer's markets and photo opportunities are everywhere. In the afternoon we will visit a farm and spend some time getting to know the area. There will be time to keep creating and working on our creative projects while we enjoy Meleen's picnic lunch at the farm. Afterwards, we will return to the houses for dinner and a farewell evening celebrating new friendships and artistry.
*Sunday, we all gather for one last yummy breakfast and say our goodbyes at 11.
Three nights & days include accommodations, food and drink, workshops, transportation for outings and adventures, treats and gifts to share.
Read more about past retreats here, here and here or use the "vermont getaway" category filter up on the righthand sidebar.
We do have such a great time! Write to us at fallvermontgetaway (at) gmail.com for more information and questions.
(Edit- this event is sold out.)
It might just be the right time to come be with you, dear Charlotte!! I will look at the dates and make a plan...xo
Posted by: Jone Hallmark | February 23, 2016 at 12:16 AM
My daughter Cathleen Willson and I would like to be put on the list. Rebecca Sower is so special.
Posted by: Carol Schmitt | February 23, 2016 at 03:30 PM
Oh my this sounds wonderful, I am interested, can you let me know a bit more about accomodations? Thanks, Corrine xox
Posted by: Corrine | February 23, 2016 at 06:35 PM
Oh duh, yes, I just read above, I would be interested in a single(I snore...) xox
Posted by: Corrine | February 23, 2016 at 06:35 PM
I'm so excited! I've been waiting for news of this event. I will be traveling alone, but would be happy to room with a fellow guest. I will need help with nearby accommodations for Wednesday night, and airport pickup from Albany. Thank you so much,
Laurie Tuttle from California
Posted by: Laurie Tuttle | February 24, 2016 at 04:31 PM
Is this for women only?
Posted by: Kathy Gielow | February 25, 2016 at 08:32 PM
It looks like other years there were 2 different weekend retreats. Is there a second one this year?
Posted by: Kathy Gielow | February 25, 2016 at 08:37 PM