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September 2010
Greetings,
 
As summer winds down, we thank the wonderful volunteers and thousands of guests who visited during the busy and eventful season.  As autumn nears, we look forward to watching the leaves change, creating a blaze of fall colors throughout the grounds. It will truly be a spectacular time to visit.
 
Please read on to find out about some of the autumn activities and opportunities available at The Grotto, including our new Annual Pass to the Upper Level Gardens, and a Monte Carlo Night on Saturday, Nov. 13, in our Conference Center.
 
We hope to see you at The Grotto very soon!
 
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The Grotto's
September
Hours
 
Welcome  Center
9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
  
Visitor Complex
9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
 
The Grotto Grounds
9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
 
Chapel Closes - 6 p.m.
 
Tokens to the upper
level gardens will be sold until 5:30 p.m.
meditation chapel


Gift Shop Hours
9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.  all days
 
Shop Online
or come in and browse


The Grotto's  Calendar

Sept. 9 - Oct. 14
Thursday Afternoon
3-4:30 p.m.
Letters of Saint Paul
Bible Study
The Grotto Auditorium
 
Sept. 11
"Saying Our Goodbyes"
Labyrinth Retreat
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
 
October 2
St. Peregrine Mass
12 noon
 
Oct. 9
Meditating on the Rosary
Labyrinth Retreat
9 a.m. - 12 p.m
 
Nov. 13
Monte Carlo Night at
The Grotto Conference
Center
6 p.m.
 
For details call:
The Grotto
503-254-7371
Peace garden
Weekly Activities
at The Grotto
 
Sunday Masses
10 a.m.
in the Chapel of Mary

12 p.m.
in The Grotto Plaza
(Outdoors if weather permits)
 
Weekday Mass
Monday-Friday 12 p.m.
 
Saturday Mass
8 a.m.
 
Sacrament of Reconciliation
                        
Saturdays 11 a.m.-Noon
 
Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament
First Friday
of the month 12:30 p.m.
 
St. Peregrine Mass
First Saturday
of the month
12 p.m.
 
Remember The Grotto when making your estate plans.
 
For more information contact our Office of Gift Planning at 503-254-7371.
 
Car Donation
You can help The Grotto by donating your car, boat or RV. Call 503-254-7371 for more information.
 
 
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Autumn Hours Now in Effect 

The Grotto's autumn hours of operation are now in effect.  Please note the Gift Shop will be open from 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The grounds will stay open until 6:30 p.m., but tokens for the elevator will only be available until 5:30 p.m. The Visitor Complex will close at 5 p.m., and the Chapel doors will lock at 6 p.m.
 

Monte Carlo Night at The Grotto
Saturday, November 13 � 6 p.m
The Grotto Conference Center
 
 A casino-style benefit
for The Grotto
 
 $40 per person
Ticket price includes food, one beverage, and $40 in "Funny Money." (Additional funny money may be purchased at the event.)
For information:
 call 503-254-7371 or go to www.thegrotto.org.
 
This year, come to The Grotto for your Christmas Party!
What better place or way to enjoy your group's Christmas celebration than at The Grotto during its Christmas Festival of Lights! The Grotto's modern and spacious Conference Center offers full-service catering, featuring delicious menu items including classic holiday favorites. Your group's Christmas celebration will be surrounded by the sights and sounds of the season as the festival's spectacular lights and magnificent choral concerts fill the night with special joy.

The Grotto's professional staff is happy to work with you in planning a customized party menu and activities, or follow this sample Christmas Party Package:

5:00 p.m.: Arrive at The Grotto with time to enjoy The Grotto's outdoor lighting displays that set the Christmas mood and atmosphere, including outdoor caroling, petting zoo, and a wonderful display of Nativity sets from around the world in the Visitor Complex.

6:00 p.m.: Arrive at the Conference Center for your reception festivities and dinner. The Grotto Carolers can perform a set of carols for your enjoyment. After dinner, enjoy a short outdoor dramatic play, puppet show, more caroling and lights, followed by the evening's highlight, a wonderful choral concert performed in The Grotto's Chapel of Mary, known for its cathedral-quality acoustics.

We look forward to helping design a unique package that fits your group's interests. Since available dates for this package are limited, please confirm your date as soon as possible. We look forward to hosting your special Christmas celebration at The Grotto.
Please contact: The Grotto Conference Center Coordinator
503-261-2408 or [email protected].
 
 
NOW AVAILABLE
 
The Grotto now offers an annual elevator pass to the scenic Upper LevelGardens.
Visitors may choose between a Duo Pass or a Family Pass.
 
A Duo Pass allows two people to visit as many times as they would like for one whole year. The Family pass is good for up to six people.
 
The owner of the card may bring different guests each time.
 
Both passes are available for purchase in The Grotto Gift Shop or the Visitor Complex, or by calling 503-254-7371. They may also be purchased as a gift for someone. One-time-use elevator tokens are still available.
 
One-year Duo Pass - $35
One-year Family Pass - $55
 


 

Labyrinth Retreats at The Grotto
Saying Our Goodbyes
Saturday, September 11 � 9 am-12 pm
Use the labyrinth as a tool to walk the journey of grief. Our culture expects us to grieve for as little as a month or two. Our bodies can take three to five years to process the loss. Use this sacred path as a metaphor for the journey of grief. Arrive at the center and sit in God's presence. Spend time at your pace. Walk out with comfort and renewal. Journals are important to this retreat. Join Father Ignatius Kissel, OSM, and Patricia Flynn, LCSW and Spiritual Director, for this opportunity to examine your losses and life changes. Meet in The Grotto Conference Center at 9 a.m.
 
A Meditative Tool for the Rosary
Saturday, October 9 � 9 am-12 pm
October is the month dedicated to Mary and for reciting the rosary. Come experience the Servite practice of meditating on the rosary while walking the labyrinth. The center flower of the labyrinth is dedicated to honor Mary. Experience her love and grace as you remain in her presence. Offer your prayers to the Mother of God through your journey which parallels her life. Father Ignatius Kissel, OSM, and Patricia Flynn, LCSW and Spiritual Director, will lead. Meet in the The Grotto Visitor Complex Theater Auditorium (Main entrance to Visitor Complex) at 9 a.m.
$30 per person per retreat
 Registration required
 
Call 503-254-7371 or online at www.thegrotto.org