The Kabbalah of Love: Enhancing our Relationship with Others and Ourselves

Click here to read or print our promotional Flier: Summer Retreat 2014 Flier

Frequently Asked Questions:

About the Retreat:

Is the retreat a full three days?

The retreat starts on Sunday, August 10th at 2pm and officially ends on Tuesday, August 12th at 12pm. There will be optional activities for the rest of Tuesday day for those that want to extend their trip.

The flier says “couples” so does that mean we cannot bring kids?

As this retreat is focused on enhancing relationships it is for couples only. However, based on the age of the children, we may possibly offer some babysitting services so please be in touch with us directly if you are interested.

Who will be catering the retreat and what if we have allergies?

The food will be provided by www.vermontkosher.com and she uses all natural ingredients and cooks seasonally. At every meal there will be vegetarian options as well as vegan food, gluten free food and allergen free. If there are special needs this does not cover we can arrange for that as well with advanced notice.

What are the rooms like in the Grafton Inn?

Each room is actually unique with a different set up. If you have a specific requirement please let us know as soon as possible and we will try our best to accommodate. Please see their website for more information about the Inn: www.graftoninnvermont.com

Who are the speakers at the retreat?

The speakers are Rabbi Asher and Sara Esther Crispe who will be speaking both formally and informally throughout. The retreat is set up that every part of the program is an educational opportunity and intended to enhance our understanding of our relationships so learning will be included on hikes, during other activities, etc. There will also be professionals leading the workshops such as art, movement, and the tours.

Who is the retreat geared for?

We do not have a “target” audience rather we are looking for those who want to truly immerse themselves in an environment of growth, discussion and exploration. The goal of the retreat is to recharge our batteries by escaping the hustle and bustle of life and give ourselves the time in a naturally beautiful setting to really delve deep within while learning how to better connect with those around us.

How do we sign up and what is the cost?

Please contact us at info@interinclusion.org and we will send you a registration form. If you register and pay your nonrefundable deposit before May 15^th the cost is $900 per couple. After May 15^th it is $975 per couple.

About Grafton, Vermont:

How far away is Grafton from NYC?

Grafton is about a 4 hour drive from Manhattan, 6 hours from Philadelphia.

What is the closest airport?

One can fly to Albany, NY, Burlington, VT, Bradley International Airport (outside of Hartford, CT) or Manchester, NH. All are about a 2 to 2.5 hour drive to Grafton. From Boston there are limited flights into Rutland, VT which is 40-50 min away).

Is there public transportation?

Amtrak has a daily stop in Brattleboro, VT which is about 35-45 min. from Grafton.

If we want to extend our stay, what is there to do in and around Grafton?

Here is a list of attractions within an hour’s drive (taken from the www.gratoninnvermont.com website). This includes winter activities as well for future visits!

Art Galleries

Gallery North Star, Grafton, Vt. – Fine Art Gallery – www.gnsgrafton.com

Hunter Gallery, Grafton, Vt. – Fine Art Gallery – (802) 843-1440

Jud Hartmann Gallery, Grafton, Vt. – bronze sculpture – www.judhartmanngallery.com

Antiques / Flea Markets

Visit the Vermont Antiques Dealers Association website.

Newfane Flea Market, Newfane, Vt. – largest Flea Market in Vt. Open May-Oct. – 802-365-4000

Attractions

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Tours, Waterbury, Vt. – more than an hour, but a great tour – www.benjerry.com/

Grafton Village Cheese Co. – www.graftonvillagecheese.com

Green Mountain Railroad – Bellows Falls, VT – www.rails-vt.com

Harpoon Brewery, Windsor, Vt. www.harpoonbrewery.com

King Arthur Flour – Norwich, Vt. – www.kingarthurflour.com

Vermont Institute of Natural Science – Quechee, Vt. – www.vinsweb.org

Books / Reading

Grafton Public Library – www.graftonpubliclibrary.org

Misty Valley Books – Chester, VT – www.mvbooks.com

Northshire Books – Manchester, VT – www.northshire.com

Entertainment (Misc.)

Brattleboro – www.brattleborochamber.org

Brattleboro Reformer website

Cider Magazine, for live music listings in the area

Ping Pong and Billiards – Grafton Inn Game Room

Weston Playhouse – Weston, Vt. – www.westonplayhouse.org

Gardens / Farms

Dutton Farms, Newfane, Vt. – Berry Picking, farm stand, greenhouse – www.duttonberryfarm.com

Olallie Daylily Farm, Williamsville, Vt. – Daylily farm – www.daylilygarden.com

Morningstar Perennials, Bellows Falls, Vt. – www.morningstarflowers.com/

Golf

Bellows Falls Country Club (9 hole) – Rockingham, Vt. – (802) 463-9809 – bellowsfallscountryclub.com

Crown Point Country Club (18 holes), Springfield, Vt., – www.crownpointcc.com

Hooper Golf Club (9 hole) – Walpole, NH – (603) 756-4020

Tater Hill Golf Club (18 hole) – www.okemo.com (closest to The Old Tavern)

Hiking

Appalachian Trail (Long Trail), Vermont, Vermont’s piece of the AT is 150 miles. Elevation ranges from 400-4100 feet and is named the Long Trail.  www.greenmountainclub.org

Grafton Ponds – www.graftonponds.com

Grafton Village Park & the Nature Trails at the Nature Museum, Grafton

Retreat Trails, Brattleboro, Vt. – a nine-mile recreational trail network. Five area entries, including one at the Retreat Petting Farm. www.windham-foundation.org

Historic Themed / Historic Sites

American Precision Museum – Windsor, Vt. – www.americanprecision.org

Billings Farm – Woodstock, Vt. – www.billingsfarm.org

Calvin Coolidge Homestead – Plymouth Notch, Vt. – www.historicvermont.org/coolidge/

Fort Number Four, Charlestown, NH — Living history museum (French & Indian Wartime) – www.fortat4.com

Grafton Historical Society, Grafton — Museum with historic artifacts and exhibits on Grafton. – www.graftonhistoricalsociety.com

Hildene, Manchester, Vt. –Todd Lincoln’s Mansion — www.hildene.org

Vermont Historic sites – www.historicvermont.org

Grafton Forge Blacksmith, Grafton — Authentic working blacksmith shop. Tours, items for sale. School Street.

Ice Skating

Living Memorial Park Skating Rink, Brattleboro, Vt. – Public times offered. See the schedule.

Retreat Meadow, Brattleboro, Vt. – Weather permitting. www.brattleborochamber.org

Riley Rink, Manchester, Vt. – Rte 7A – (802) 362-0150. rileyrink.com

Vermont Academy Rink, Saxtons River, Vt. – Public Skating 2-3:30 Sundays in winter – (802) 869-6200

Kids Stuff

Bromley Mountain – Fun Zone in summer – www.bromley.com/

Grafton Ponds – nordic skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, summer camps, hiking, canoeing, biking, fishing – www.graftonponds.com

Montshire Museum – Norwich, Vt. – hands-on science museum – www.montshire.net

Okemo Mountain – Summer Fun Zone – www.okemo.com

Nature Museum at Grafton – www.nature-museum.org/

Retreat Petting Farm – Brattleboro, Vt. – More than 50 animals to visit – www.theretreatfarm.com

Fishing – Grafton, Vt. – Windham Foundation pond. Fishing for age 12 and younger.

The Scoop – Grafton, Vt. – Seasonal ice cream stand.

Vermont Institute of Natural Science – Quechee, Vt. – hiking, birds of prey exhibits, nature’s playground. www.vinsweb.org.

Maple Syrup

Plummer’s Sugar House, Grafton, Vt.

Movies

Bellows Falls Opera House – Bellows Falls, Vt. – (802) 463-4766 – bfoperahouse.com

The Latchis Theater – Brattleboro, Vt.– www.latchis.com

Museums

Brattleboro Museum and Art Center, Brattleboro, Vt. – www.brattleboromuseum.org

Grafton Historical Society, Grafton — Museum with historic artifacts and exhibits on Grafton. – www.graftonhistoricalsociety.org.

Hood Museum of Art, Hanover, NH – www.hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu

Nature Museum at Grafton – www.nature-museum.org/

Norman Rockwell Museum of Vermont, Rutland, Vt. – www.normanrockwellvt.com

The Vermont Marble Museum, Proctorsville, Vt. – www.vermont-marble.com

Vermont Museum of Mining and Minerals – Grafton, Vt. – (802) 875-3562

Quilting Shops

Country Treasures, Chester, Vt. – Quilt Shop www.vermontquilting.com

Grafton Village Quilts – Grafton, Vt. – graftonvillagequilts.com

Waterwheel House, Londonderry, Vt. – Quilt Shop – www.waterwheelhouse.typepad.com

Shopping

Green Mountain Spinnery, Putney, Vt. – locally grown and made yarns – www.spinnery.com/

Manchester Designer Outlets, Manchester, Vt. – retail clothing outlet shopping – www.manchesterdesigneroutlets.com

My Mind’s Design, Grafton, Vt. — Handcrafted woodworked pieces from Jason Ballard; commission pieces and retail pieces. – 802-843-1000. MyMindsDesign.com

Offerings, Putney, VT – Handcrafted jewelry – www.offeringsjewelry.com

Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters, Bellows Falls and Brattleboro – clothing, outdoor/sporting equipment – www.samsoutfitters.com

Simon Pearce in Quechee or Windsor, Vt., glass blowers and pottery www.simonpearce.com

Vermont Country Store, Weston and Rockingham – “purveyors of the practical and hard to find” – www.vermontcountrystore.com

Skiing/Snowboarding

Bromley – www.bromley.com/ (40 mins)

Grafton Ponds Outdoor Center (NORDIC) – www.graftonponds.com

Magic Mountain – www.magicmtn.com (15 mins)

Okemo – www.okemo.com/ (30 mins)

Stratton – www.stratton.com/ (40 mins)

Sleigh Rides/Trail Rides

Horses for Hire, Peru, Vt. – www.horsesforhire.net

At Grafton Ponds – seasonal offering

Friesians of Majesty, Townshend, Vt. – friesiansofmajesty.com

Snowmobile Rentals/Tours

Equinox Snow Tours, Manchester, Vt. – guided – www.vermontsnowmobile.com

High Country, Wilmington, Vt. – rentals and tours – www.snowmobile-tours.com

Twin Brooks, Woodford, Vt. – guided tours – www.twinbrookstours.com

Spas

Castle Hill Spa, Ludlow, Vt. – www.castlehillresort.com

Equinox Resort & Spa, Manchester, Vt. – www.equinoxresort.com

Swimming

Grafton Inn swim pond (summer)

Grafton Ponds pond (summer)

Rockingham Recreation Center, Bellows Falls, Vt. — Pool open in summer – www.rockbf.org

Southern Vermont Health & Recreation Center, Springfield, Vt. – Indoor pool – www.myreccenter.org

Tennis

Indoor Tennis – West River Tennis & Fitness Center – South Londonderry, VT – (802) 824-3688

Platform tennis and standard tennis courts – Grafton Inn

Tubing/Sledding

Grafton Ponds – www.graftonponds.com

Magic Mountain – www.magicmtn.com

Okemo Mountain – www.okemo.com

Yoga/Pilates

Grist Mill Wellness Center – Chester, Vt. – (802)875-5525

In Grafton: Sundari Satnam Kundalini Yoga Center, NEW, class times vary. 802-843-2322

Sprockets Fitness Studio, Brattleboro, Vt. – Sprocketscyclestudio.com

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