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  • 19480 Bear Creek Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033
    Local Phone:
    408-354-2346 

    The Presentation Center is a peaceful oasis tucked among the redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains just 20 minutes from Silicon Valley.   Presentation Center is rooted in the history and mission of two very different entities: the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the work of Ernest Rogers who founded the Montezuma Mountain School for Boys in the Santa Cruz Mountains outside of Los Gatos, California.  Despite its proximity to 'city life' - with its spectacular setting and views, you will leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. 

    Before the weekend - I will send out an email to all retreatees with all the relevant information regarding which room we are scrapping in, directions to Presentation, along with weather info, vendors and anything else you need to know to make the weekend fantastic and stress free for you.  Start time is from 2:00pm on Friday, and check out is 2:00pm on Sunday after lunch.   The first meal of the retreat is dinner, so you may want to arrange to stop for lunch on your way to the retreat venue - or bring a packed lunch with you.   Check in with me at the scrap room where I will give you a map of the property showing you your cottage.    Unpack your scrap gear, locate your cottage, and then its time to scrap and have fun!

    Lodging is in the cottages with each cottage having 1-2 bathrooms and a kitchen.   All bed and bath linens are supplied.   A minimum of two scrappers is required for each room,  unless you have paid for a single occupancy.   You choose your roommates!!    Please park in the marked areas.

    Remember that this is a fun weekend slumber party atmosphere.  You are on vacation with your girlfriends, chocolate, and very little sleep so it can be loud!    As some people are night owls and some are early birds, please try and be respectful of others sleeping habits and remember we are all there to scrap, laugh and have fun.   I am usually pretty good at names but wear your name tag everyday so you get to know others, and they get to know you

    DIRECTIONS  Driving Directions to Presentation Retreat Center - PRINT THIS OUT                                           Map of Property - this shows the layout

    WEATHER - dress in layers the weather can be unpredictable             Click for Los Gatos, California Forecast

    SURVIVAL GUIDE - General

    SURVIVAL GUIDE - Scrapping - just a few ideas for you

    Your favorite pillow if you want it
    Toiletries
    Prescription medications
    Comfortable clothes, warm jacket, umbrella (just in case)

    Flashlight
    Favorite coffee mug
    Personal snacks and drinks (bring your favorites!!) - there is a coffee bar available
    Battery operated alarm clock (so you don’t miss breakfast)
    Hairdyer/curling iron if required
    Ear plugs!
    Your best grin and loudest laugh!

    Meal Times
    Breakfast 8:00-9:00; Lunch 12:00-1:00; Dinner 6:00
    If you will be arriving later than that, you may want to stop and get something to eat prior to arrival

    Shopping
    Scrap Supplies including patterned paper, cardstock, kits, acrylic, ribbon, buttons, albums, adhesives, embellishments and much more - CC's accepted.   Check out the vendors for a vast array to while away those little scrappers block moments or when you just need a break. 

    Cellphone Coverage can be intermittent.   

    Emergencies
    In the event of an emergency my cellphone number is (408) 391-2073

    Photos!!!

    Your scrapping projects for the weekend!

    Camera & Film or make sure your batteries are charged!

    Punches, paper trimmers, design books for inspiration
    Adhesive; Paper and Cardstock; Albums; Protectors etc

    if you run out there will be plenty of supplies available to purchase