PARKING–
- South (front) side of the Center.
- East side of the building near the Solanus Center entrance.
- For those with disabled plates or hang-tags, there are two designated spaces in the south (front) lot. Three more are located on the front east side near the accessible ramp, and another in the Solanus Center lot.
WE PROVIDE– linens, towels, tissues, soap (look for the wall-mounted dispenser in each shower and in the restrooms), a disposable water cup, a table or floor fan, and clothes hangers. Space heaters are available upon request.
ITEMS TO BRING–
- Your own blanket
- Your own toiletries (Travel-sized personal hygiene items are available for purchase.)
- Refillable water bottle (We do not stock bottled water; filtered water is available at all times.)
- A journal (or journals are available for purchase in our bookstore)
- Shower shoes or flip flops
- Dress in layers so that you’re prepared for cooler and warmer temperatures both indoors and out.
ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME– Cell phone, laptop, and any other items that may distract you from deepening your spiritual life. A guest telephone and guest computer are available for your use, if needed. For emergencies, family members can reach you at 715-574-4372.
SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS– If you have specific food allergies or medical dietary needs, please let us know about them at least one week prior to your arrival. Contact Cecilia Gruetzmacher at ceciliag@sarcenter.com or 715-443-2236 ext. 139 to discuss your dietary needs.
BRING YOUR OWN FOOD– If you need to bring extra food for dietary reasons, we have a retreatant’s refrigerator in the Hesse Lounge. There is a microwave available in the same area for your use.
BOOKSTORE– We have scheduled times for you to shop. If you are coming on a private retreat and would like to shop during your stay, please let the office know when you check in so we can arrange a time to open the Bookstore for you.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION– Cost for a session is $45 per hour, payable to the Spiritual Director. To schedule a session with a Spiritual Director during your retreat, please see our Spiritual Direction page for more details.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES– Enjoy our wooded walking trails, outdoor Stations of the Cross, gazebo, Labyrinth, or just a walk on the front lawn under the magnificent trees.
MARATHON AREA SWIM CENTER– Guests of St. Anthony’s may purchase a day pass at the Marathon Area Swim Association, just a few blocks away, for the discounted price of $5 per day. Visit their website here to see the swim schedules. (You will need to show your name tag or door tag from St. Anthony’s to qualify for the discounted price.)
HOUSE RULES: In order to ensure the comfort and safety of all guests in our home, we ask that you please abide by the following rules. If you are unable or unwilling to abide by these rules, you will be asked to leave, and you will not be issued a refund of your retreat fees.
- No pets allowed, with the exception of licensed service animals. If you need to bring a licensed service animal to your retreat, please submit contact our Center Director, Jackie Kellner, at jackiek@sarcenter.com.
- Shoes must be worn at all times in the dining room and kitchen. Slippers or socks are OK in the other common areas of the house.
- Smoking is not allowed in the house. If you smoke outdoors, please smoke at least 15 feet away from the house.
- Silence – and time for silent contemplation – are vital to the process of spiritual renewal. Even if your retreat is not explicitly described as a silent retreat, please respect others’ enjoyment of silence. It is especially important to respect silence during the night and at all times when you are in or near the sleeping quarters at St. Anthony’s.
EXTEND YOUR STAY WITH A PRIVATE RETREAT! Whether you are coming to one of our sponsored retreats or coming with a hosted group, you are welcome to extend your stay a day or two by scheduling a private retreat at the beginning or end of your group retreat. What could be easier?! Morning and Evening Prayer are available, Monday through Friday, and Spiritual Direction can be arranged during your private retreat. Mass and Reconciliation are available at our local parish, just up the hill. Let us know if you’d like to incorporate any of these elements into your stay. To make arrangements for a private retreat at the beginning or end of your group retreat, contact Sr. Barb Knauf at bknauf@sarcenter.com or 715-443-2236 ext 114.
Please know that you are included in the prayers of St. Anthony’s staff, residents, and volunteers as your retreat approaches. May you be blessed greatly both in the days before and during your time with us.