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The Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876
The Foley Room is located within the Providence Spirituality & Conference Center.
Directions to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is five miles northwest of downtown Terre Haute, Ind., off U.S. 150. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is 77 miles west of Indianapolis; 190 miles south of Chicago; 160 miles east of St. Louis; and 113 miles north of Evansville.
From Terre Haute
From Vigo County Courthouse, head west on Cherry St./U.S. 150 (former U.S. 40). In West Terre Haute, turn north (right) to stay on U.S. 150. Proceed approximately 2 miles to St. Mary’s Road and the sign for Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College/Sisters of Providence. Turn left on St. Mary’s Road. Proceed to main entrance (second gate) and turn right.
From I-70 (traveling east or west)
Take Exit 3: Darwin Road. Proceed north on Darwin Road to National Ave. Turn right on National Ave. and proceed to U.S. 150 in West Terre Haute. Turn north (left) on U.S. 150 (at a stop light) and go two miles to St. Mary’s Road and the sign for Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College/Sisters of Providence. Turn left on St. Mary’s Road. Proceed to main entrance (second gate) and turn right.
From S.R. 63 (traveling north or south)
Turn west on Bolton Road (approximately 9 miles south of Clinton, Ind.) Proceed to U.S. 150, turn left. Follow U.S. 150 down the hill to St. Mary’s Road (do not turn at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College’s School of Equine Studies). Turn right on St. Mary’s Road. Proceed to main entrance (second gate) and turn right.
Local roads
All of the above directions take you to the main entrance, which is the point on the map marked “security.” Once you arrive at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you’ll need to know where you are heading. This local map should help – you might find it useful to print it. Download a PDF of the map.
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July 2019
Summer Used Book Sale
If you love to read, take time to visit our bi-annual used book sale. We have a large selection of gently used books in many different categories. You have to see it to believe it.
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Dementia: Learning, Living, Caring
Dementia is a syndrome, usually of a chronic or progressive nature, caused by a variety of brain illnesses that affect memory, thinking, behavior and the ability to perform everyday activities. Although dementia mainly affects older people it is not a normal part of aging. Learn about dementia in this three session series. Awareness and advocacy is the key. Session #1 - Dementia 101 (Thursday, August 8, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (EDT)) You are noticing changes. You or someone you love…
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Dementia is a syndrome, usually of a chronic or progressive nature, caused by a variety of brain illnesses that affect memory, thinking, behavior and the ability to perform everyday activities. Although dementia mainly affects older people it is not a normal part of aging. Learn about dementia in this three session series. Awareness and advocacy is the key. Session #1 - Dementia 101 (Thursday, August 8, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (EDT)) You are noticing changes. You or someone you love…
Find out more »Dementia: Learning, Living, Caring
Dementia is a syndrome, usually of a chronic or progressive nature, caused by a variety of brain illnesses that affect memory, thinking, behavior and the ability to perform everyday activities. Although dementia mainly affects older people it is not a normal part of aging. Learn about dementia in this three session series. Awareness and advocacy is the key. Session #1 - Dementia 101 (Thursday, August 8, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (EDT)) You are noticing changes. You or someone you love…
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Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
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October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
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Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
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Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »January 2020
Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »February 2020
Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
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Sundays at the Woods: Tea Tasting
Are you a tea lover? Would you like to up your tea IQ? This is a great opportunity to learn more about tea and where it is grown worldwide. We will try several types of teas and learn the art of brewing, the differences in tea cultures and new trends in tea. Come and relax with a nice cup of tea! Registration fee $10 includes tea and crumpets.
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Winter Used Book Sale
Get out of the house this winter and find books galore at our semi-annual sale! The best used book sale in town! We have a large selection of gently used books, CDs and DVDs. Categories include hardbacks, paperbacks, gardening, spirituality, Bibles, novels, history, children's books, crafting, health and more. Items are not pre-priced, but donations are gladly accepted! For more information, contact Ryan Sheehy at 866-966-2947 or rsheehy@spsmw.org. Feb. 14 - 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (EST) each…
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Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
Find out more »March 2020
Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
Find out more »Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month.* Many cities have art groups that meet regularly to do art together. They offer support and encouragement for both fledgling and experienced artists. The Sisters of Providence are beginning such a group, but one with a unique focus. Sister Rosemary Schmalz will lead art exercises that will not only stir up creative juices but also lend themselves…
Find out more »Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
Find out more »Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
Find out more »Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
Find out more »April 2020
Springtime Scripture
Join together to unpack the richness and beauty of the Scripture passages used during Lent. We will meet every Thursday evening from February 27 through April 2. Come for one session or make it a great Lent/Spring and come to all 6 sessions as your Lenten practice. The Scriptures will come alive in new ways!
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Taizé Prayer at the Woods
All are welcome to to this hour-long service that includes prayer, simple beautiful music, a time for silence and inspirational readings.
On Sundays we brunch!
Bring your friends and family for our award-winning Sunday Brunch served in historic O'Shaughnessy Dining Room.