We’re so glad you’re coming!
What would you like to know?
How to Pay:
Unlike other payment methods, Zelle goes through your banking app, so you cannot just scan the QR code with your camera.
In your banking app, go to Zelle and “Send money with Zelle” (different bank apps vary slightly, but most are something similar to this.)
Use the search bar to input this email: chicago.s.retreat@gmail.com
Or click on the “Scan QR code to pay with Zelle” function underneath the search bar
Aim your camera toward the QR image to the right
Check “Paying a friend, partner or family member” option, and hit Next.
Enter the proper amount and label “7th Tradition”
Send
Zelle
CashApp
If you want to pay by Cash App, follow these instructions:
Open Cash App on your phone (it is a phone only app) and hit “$”
Click the scan logo (top left) and scan the code below
Put in the proper money amount and hit “pay”
Label it “7th Tradition” in the “For” section (make sure it says $RussellPizzo for recipient)
Send
Pssst… if you have Cash App on your phone you can just point your phone here!
Cash or Check
Please Do Not Bring Physical Payment to the Retreat.
If you can only pay via cash or check. Email us at chicago.s.retreat@gmail.com and we can try and coordinate a snail mail payment or meetup.
Where to go:
La Salle Manor
12480 Galena Road
Plano, IL 60545
Need to call La Salle Manor with questions?
630-545-9523
Driving Directions:
I-88 West toward Aurora
Exit IL-56 West toward IL-47/Sugar Grove (go 4.2 mi)
Take ramp onto US-30 toward Sugar Grove (go 3.3 mi) -
Continue on IL-47 (go 1.2 mi) -
Turn RIGHT on Galena Road (go 2.8 mi) - LaSalle Manor is on the LEFT
fun fact! This graphic has been used since the first retreat in the late 1900s. Does anyone use it anymore? who knows. But far be it from us to stray from tradition.
What to Bring:
An item for potluck
Snacks to share
Beverages to share (juice, soda, water)
Comfortable clothing to relax, work out, play and hike
Pajamas & toiletries
Comfortable outdoor shoes
Your favorite pillow(s)
CPAP/BiPAP machines
Slippers/other indoor-friendly shoes (socks are fine too)
A reusable water bottle, coffee cup/mug
We will not be providing disposable cupsA bathrobe
Shower sandals
Instruments, costumes, and props for creative expression
Recovery literature, journal, step work
Chargers - Phones, iPads, watches, computers, etc..
Packing List
Things provided by La Salle / All-S
(but you may bring your own)
A chair for the main circle - a folding camping-style chair may be more comfortable
Bedding - you may prefer your own
A towel - you may prefer your own
Snacks - you may prefer your own
Indoor games to share (playing cards, board games)
Most rooms are single occupancy with a twin bed, fan, desk, chair, sink, mirror, drawers, and a place to hang clothes. Bed linens, a pillow, a towel, and a washcloth are provided. There is typically one extra blanket in each room.
There are common bathrooms, one for women and one for men. The showers are private individual stalls.
If we reach capacity, the last 6 men to arrive will be assigned to the bunk-room which has 3 bunk beds.
Room Information
Itinerary - still subject to change:
4:30pm Check-In Plan A & Plan B
6:00pm Potluck Dinner
7:00pm Welcome Session
8:15pm Lead & Breakout Rooms
10pm Spiritual Service & Free time
Tuesday
8:30am Spiritual Service
9am Breakfast
10am Lead & Breakout Rooms
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Free time & Check-In Plan C
6pm Special Dinner
7pm Lead & Breakout Rooms
9pm Creative Expressions
10:30pm New Years Eve Party
11:45pm Spiritual Service/Good bye 2025 & Hello 2026
Wednesday
8:30am Spiritual Service
9am Breakfast
10am Lead & Breakout Rooms
12:30pm Lunch
1:30 Business Meeting
2:30pm Free time & Plan B Checkout
6pm Dinner
7pm Lead & Breakout Rooms
10pm Free time & Spiritual Service
Thursday
8:30am Spiritual Service
9am Breakfast
10am Lead & Breakout Rooms
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Closing Session
1:45pm Plan A & Plan C Checkout Clean-up and Inventory
3:00pm MUST BE GONE OR WE ARE CHARGED
Friday
How to Stay in Touch:
You can always email us at chicago.s.retreat@gmail.com
We may not have easy access to email once at La Salle Manor.
If you have any quick questions and prefer to use text
Mike O - (312) 388-5849
Samantha V - (501) 613-1484
Safety is a priority at every All-S Retreat. Although Covid numbers have gone down significantly, we still do what we can to prevent spread during the retreat.
If someone tests positive for Covid before the retreat, they will be unable to attend but will receive a full refund.
During sign in, attendees’ should let someone know if you have experienced any Covid symptoms or other illness symptoms. If considered serious enough you may be asked to leave and would receive a full refund.
If you feel sick (whether with Covid or not) you can leave and receive a full refund before your start your retreat. Once the retreat starts and you start to feel sick we will evaluate each situation on a case-by-case basis.
We will try and have some masks available as well as some hand sanitizer. Hopefully this will make you feel safer if you are in doubt of yours or another attendee’s health.
Health Safety: