Retreats, Stays & TalksRetreat·St. Placid Priory, Lacey

A Shape of a Life: Aging Gracefully

A reflective day at St. Placid Priory exploring ageing, resilience and elderhood through art, poetry and shared inquiry.

Why it caught our eye

The programme approaches ageing honestly—making room for loss as well as joy—and uses concrete creative material rather than offering generic inspiration.

What you can expect

Guided reflection, artwork, poetry, research and group conversation in the contemplative setting of St. Placid Priory.

Good to know before you go

Placid Priory, 500 College Street NE, Lacey, Washington 98516. The programme costs USD 78, or USD 90 with lunch. The day is rooted in an ecumenical Christian contemplative setting and is open to people interested in ageing well.

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St. Placid Priory

https://stplacid.org/

USD 78

24 Oct 2026

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