FAQ

We ask that you do not arrive before 8:00 a.m. If set up time or catering is required, we suggest allowing 30 minutes to an hour before beginning your event.

We ask that all events and clean-up be concluded by 8:00 p.m.

The chapel is not available for drop-in use, as it is part of the sisters' private residence. Day retreat groups may use the chapel for mass if prior arrangements are made. Overnight retreatants may use the chapel for prayer during their stay.

No, we do not cater events. You are welcome to use outside catering or to bring your own food to the Center. Should you choose to cater, we have a full catering kitchen available for your caterer including ovens and refrigerators.

We do not recommend a specific caterer. We do have a list of available catering companies that have worked with the groups that use our Center. We are happy to provide that list to you.

You may bring your own food and drink to the Center. We have coffee bar kitchens and a full catering kitchen available for your use. This includes oven and refrigerator.

We do provide coffee or tea service, at a rate of $20 per 10people. We provide coffee and tea pots and large coffee urns
for groups wishing to provide their own beverages.

Yes, many of our guests like to serve alcohol at the end of a retreat. That is certainly acceptable as long as we are made aware ahead of time and the proper banquet permit has been obtained. Only beer, wine and champagne are approved, no beer kegs or hard liquor. Alcohol must be served and consumed inside the building or on the patio and not extend to the rest of the campus.

Yes, all local, state and federal alcohol-related laws apply. We require that you provide us with a copy of your banquet permit before you begin your event. You may obtain a permit online at http://test.liq.wa.gov/licensing/banquet-permits

We prefer that you use battery operated candles.

We ask that you do not use incense.

Pets are not allowed except for guide or service animals.

We appreciate knowing the number of attendees at your event. The number of guests will impact the suggested donation for the space that you are reserving. It will also impact the set-up you choose (number of tables and chairs). If the number of attendees changes, we can make adjustments to your invoice and set-up plans if you let us know immediately. We are not always able to make changes the day of the event.

Should you need to cancel an event, please let us know immediately so that we may make the space available to other guests. If you have already paid for your event, we will be happy to refund your donation, less the deposit. All deposits are non-refundable.