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Find your creative sanctuary in the heart of historic St. Marys, Ontario.

Whether you're rediscovering your joy of a lifelong artistic passion or picking up a new technique for the first time, our 3 Day Creative Retreat offers you the space, time and quiet inspiration to let your creativity bloom.

2026 Retreat Agenda

Day 1 - October 20

Welcome & Orientation at Riverwalk Commons drop-in from 8-9:30am
1st Workshop Block 10am-4pm
Opening Night Keynote 7-9pm

Day 2 - October 21

Nature Walk with the Poets 8am
2nd Workshop Block 9am-1pm
Lunch on your own
3rd Workshop Block 2:30-5pm
Community Dinner 6:30-7:30pm

Day 3 - October 22

Heritage Walk with the Archivist 8am
4th Workshop Block 9am - 1 or 3pm
Lunch on your own
Closing Session & Show of our Collective Work at Riverwalk Commons 3:30-5pm

Build your Own Experience

Book Your Creative Workshops

Choose up to 4 workshops over the 3 days. Rediscover your creative joy in our

expert-led sessions located throughout downtown.

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Opening Keynote with Emm Gryner

Start the retreat with an inspiring session by multi-talented musician and author Emm Gryner, as she entertains us with her music and shares her insights on the topic Finding your Unique Artistic Voice.

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Community Dinner

Share a locally inspired meal and conversation with fellow artists in a beautiful, historic setting at

Perthstone Kitchen

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