A Hospitality Table
I’m not sure when we started this, but the presence of a “hospitality table” has become an amenity our ladies have come to expect at our retreats. This table is stocked with a little bit of everything–anything one could need at a retreat–or forget to bring from home. The table is staffed during all main sessions and is located in the back of the room, convenient–yet unobtrusive.
At the table, a variety of items may be found. This is a list of suggested items for the hospitality table:
- Advil/Tylenol
- Feminine products
- Protein bars/Snack bars
- Chocolate/Gummy bears
- Mints
- Needle/thread
- Cough drops
- Small water bottles
- Cheap toothbrushes/toothpaste
- Small bottles of shampoo
- Shawls or sweaters (available to be borrowed)
A lot of ladies make use of the hospitality table and appreciate the availability of these items. Besides the candy, the Advil and Tylenol are most requested. We have found that the hospitality table becomes a gathering spot during breaks and free moments as ladies grab a piece of candy and chat. It’s true that most of these items could be purchased if the hotel has a tiny convenience store or if there is a store nearby. But it is just another service we provide for our ladies in our efforts to take care of their every need at the retreat.
