Fri, Feb 20
|Joshua Tree Retreat Center
Writes of Passage (Retreat)
The first phase of the Writes of Passage program. A weekend retreat with culture bearers Kim Marcus, and Miguel and Delores Mondragon, featuring storytelling, reflection, and creative exploration.
Time & Location
Feb 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – Feb 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
Joshua Tree Retreat Center, 59700 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA
Guests
About the Event
Writes of Passage is an immersive journey that blends a retreat, hands-on workshops, live performances, and a companion podcast. Participants will develop their own stories through writing, spoken word, and audio, gaining practical skills in creative writing, performance, and podcast production—while connecting with an inspiring community of fellow storytellers.
Retreat Schedule
Friday, February 20 | 3–8pm
Take part in a guided walk and story-sharing experience with Serrano and Cahuilla elder Kim Marcus, grounding our work in land, history, and lived knowledge.
Saturday, February 21 | 12–7pmSunday, February 22 | 10am–3pm
A weekend retreat with culture bearers Miguel and Delores Mondragon, featuring storytelling, reflection, and creative exploration.