💫 The Vision
Step into your own Holiday movie, and write the one you’ve always wanted to create.
This intimate, women-only retreat mixes cozy holiday magic with screenwriting mentorship, festive activities, and the kind of creative reset your soul has been craving. A weekend designed for women who love storytelling, sisterhood… and a little bit of Christmas magic.
🌲 The Setting
Imagine a charming cabin tucked away in the Catskills, New York. Pines outside, warmth inside. A crackling fireplace. Holiday candles glowing. The scent of cinnamon and pine in the air.
For three dreamy nights, you’ll slow down, breathe deeper, and immerse yourself in the kind of festive creative world you only see in movies. You’ll develop your Christmas movie concept, write new pages, and connect with other women creatives who understand the magic of storytelling.
Your home for the weekend is a rustic-luxury cabin with natural surroundings. A space that feels like stepping inside a Hallmark film.
Overall Retreat Rhythm
It’s structured enough to guide your story, but spacious enough to breathe, rest, and enjoy the festive energy.
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Mornings: Workshops + creative momentum
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Afternoons: Writing time + mentor support
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Evenings: Holiday-themed inspiration + community
✨ Day 1 — Arrival & Welcome
Settle into the cozy cabin, choose your writing spot, and ease into the holiday magic. We gather for a festive welcome dinner, warm drinks, pajamas, and a gentle introduction to the retreat’s creative flow.
✨ Day 2 — Story Foundations & Christmas Magic
A full creative day with morning workshops, writing time, collaborative brainstorming, and festive activities like cookie decorating. We close the evening with dinner and a holiday movie night for inspiration.
✨ Day 3 — Deep Dive & Festive Creativity
We focus on pitching, outlining, and refining your story through workshops, writing sprints, mentor guidance, and gingerbread house decorating. The day ends with a cozy holiday movie night and optional sharing circle.
Christmas Activities You'll Experience
To spark creativity and bring a little festive fun into your weekend, here’s what you can expect:
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Festive Pajama Night
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Christmas Playlist Writing Session
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Hot Cocoa & Storytelling by the Fire
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Christmas Movie Nights (Written by the mentor!)
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Ginger bread House & Cookie Decorating
What You'll Create
By the end of the weekend, you’ll leave with:
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A clear Christmas movie concept
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A polished logline
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The first pages or key scenes of your script
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Renewed energy and creative inspiration
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A supportive network of women creatives
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Holiday joy you’ll carry into the year
Mentor
Kay Ross, Founder of Owl Echo Entertainment.
Kay is a dynamic storyteller and industry advocate known for empowering creatives.
Originally from the D.C. theater scene, Kay moved to L.A. to pursue storytelling in film and TV. Karen "Kay" Ross has helped hundreds of writers take their screenplays to the next level through her signature #StoryMath method. She's known for offering more than just notes, she builds clear, encouraging, and actionable plans for her clients.
With nearly 100 blogs on networking, filmmaking, and screenwriting under her belt, Kay has also spent over five years as Stage 32’s Community Manager, Writers’ Room Producer, and co-host of The Coverage Report. Now, she’s focusing on developing her own projects as a writer, producer, and director, and is always open to collaborating with passionate creatives.
She continues to give back through her podcast Biscuits with Bosses, a TED LASSO-style chat with industry leaders. Catch it on Owl Echo Entertainment’s YouTube channel!
Monica La Vella, Canada
Produced screenwriter and Co-Founder @ FOUND TV
Her uplifting attitude instills confidence and bolsters determination. Kay's invaluable feedback played a pivotal role in the story's successful overhaul, garnering interest from a producer. I would highly recommend working with Kay!
Lisa Isaacson, New York
Winner of Best TV Pilot Script 2025, Female Voices Rock Competition
Kay is an all around FANTASTIC mentor and supporter of her fellow writers/creatives in every way. She's consistently upbeat, positive, and lifts the vibe and spirit whenever she enters the room. Kay provided feedback on my TV pilot script and helped bring it to the next level. Her comments and insight were invaluable. She's a no-nonsense, tell it like it is professional - while never coming across as annoyed or impatient the way some do when providing coverage. I highly recommend working with Kay as her experience and talent clearly have set her up for success in everything she puts her energy into. I'm confident I'll work with her again soon on another project.
Roy Hsu, Seattle
Award-Winning Screenwriter
Kay is an insightful and constructive [consultant] who provides actionable items for improvement. Kay recognizes the importance of helping the writer achieve their goals rather than imposing her own ideas onto the work.
Investment
Each accommodation package offers a complete retreat experience, including immersive workshops, personalized feedback sessions, and all-inclusive meals.
Shared rooms - $1500
Private Rooms - $2000
Pay in Full or Ask for a Payment Plan
💳 $300 Deposit to Secure Your Spot
