This is our yearly SIA retreat, sponsored by SIA New York Intergroup.
Contact Email for Sandra
sianyigretreatinfo@gmail.com
(You will get the quickest response from this email about the retreat.)
You can also call (929) 621 4282
Anyone interested in facilitating a workshop, or volunteering for any other retreat service positions, please or call Shebana at fshebana@gmail.com or 347-399-0724
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https://events.eventzilla.net/e/sia-new-york-intergroup-retreat-2024-2138634165
2024 SIA NY RETREAT!
PHOENIX RISING FROM THE ASHES
Date: Fri 16th – Sun 18th Aug 2024
Location: Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
440 West Neck Road, Huntington, NY 11743
Facilities and Services
All guest rooms are private w/ private baths & A/C
Please visit the website for additional information
SEMINARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - Home (icseminary.edu)
COST
Early arrival Thurs – Sat nights w/ 9 meals = $455 + Registration Fee $55 = $510
Fri & Sat nights w/ 6 meals = $300 + Registration fee $ 55 = $355
1 night w/ 3 meals = $150 + Registration Fee $55 = $205
1 Day tripper w/ 3 meals = $65 + registration fee $55 = $120
NO outside food permitted except for extreme dietary restrictions
Email Sandra, see address below, ie: vegan, gluten free, pescatarian, etc
Registration & All payments due by July 1st
Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
Information Issued by the Retreat Site:
The following information will be helpful to you during your stay.
WEEKEND RETREATS
Check-in 4:00 pm and Check-out is 3:00 pm Sunday.
Check in with your Retreat Leader(s) at the registration area.
PARKING
Parking is available in the rear Visitor parking lot. GUEST ROOMS
Our rooms are not soundproof. Please use hushed tones to preserve a quiet atmosphere. Please assist our staff by turning off lights, fans, a/c units and windows after your retreat.
FOOD AND DRINK IS NOT PERMITTED IN GUEST ROOMS.
The Seminary provides towels, bed linens, pillows, upon departure, please place sheets and towels in a pillowcase and leave outside your room. Bedspreads and blankets remain in the room. There are no keys to the guestrooms.
MEALS
Meals are served buffet style. We kindly request you bring your dishes, cups, utensils and trash to the designated area in the Refectory after you have finished eating. Please sit at tables designated for your group only.
Complimentary coffee, tea, juice is available in the Refectory 24/7. Please use covers for cups while walking through the building.
Special Dietary needs must be communicated to the Seminary NO LATER than 3 weeks prior to your retreat.
For the safety of all guests, no cooking devices are permitted in guest rooms or meeting spaces.
MEETING SPACES
Your meeting space is for reserved for your exclusive use. Please do not access any rooms that are NOT assigned to your group. If you need additional space, please contact the Hospitality Office.
TECHNOLOGY/WIFI
Connect to: ICS Public no password is necessary. You will see a pop-up from AEROHIVE scroll to the bottom and click ‘Accept’. If you need technology assistance, please contact the Hospitality Office.
WHILE YOU ARE HERE
Bring your notebook or journal.
Please bring your own alarm clock and toiletries you may need.
Dress is casual and modest. It is best to dress in layers as the Seminary can be quite cold and/or hot.
No tank tops, short shorts, bare midriffs, leggings!
Smoking is prohibited in the building. Designated smoking area is at the far end of the Cloister area.
NO SMOKING IN THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING.
Main door and Visitors Entrance doors are open from 7:00-10:00 pm. The doors lock automatically, and you will not be able to gain reentry without a passcode or someone letting you in. DO NOT PROP OPEN DOORS. This is unsafe for everyone.
Guest Masters are available from 7:30 am. 10:00 pm in the office located on the Main Floor. In case of a fire, make your way to the nearest exit and proceed to the front of the building where
Retreat Leaders will account for all members.
In case of emergency after hours, dial 911 and alert the on-call Seminary staff member. Each wing is equipped with a red phone that will reach fire, medical, police and Seminary Staff.
WELCOME TO THE SIA NEW YORK INTERGROUP 2024
SIA NY INTERGROUP RETREAT INFORMATION
Early Arrival: The Retreat officially begins on Friday, Aug. 16th at 3 pm, however you may arrive on Thursday, Aug. 15th for unstructured fellowship, informal activities, and simple relaxation in this beautiful natural setting.
IDEAS FOR THINGS TO BRING:
A photo of yourself as a child
Book or other healing resource to share
A journal
Musical Instrument
Yoga mat
Swimming Suit for Bathing at Local Marina, Optional
Cushion or towel - and bug spray for sitting around the campfire
Tick prevention sprays and awareness of steps to avoid ticks (they have been prevalent in New York State). Please read and follow these CDC guidelines
Headphones
Art Supplies to share or donate to the art table and any workshops you might attend
Hopes, Dreams and an open heart!
MEALS:
The Retreat Center can accommodate most dietary restrictions including Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Gluten-free and Dairy free. Please note any restrictions on your registration form and the food service retreat volunteer will be able to answer any questions if you send them to sianyigretreatinfo@gmail.com and identify it as a retreat request for information.
