WORKSHOP LOGISTICS FOR ATTENDEES

What We Carry, Quietly
A Gentle Undoing for Women Who Lead with Heart

 Location

45 River Road, Suite 8, Summit, NJ 07901

(A beautiful private studio space in the heart of Summit)

Schedule

  • Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Doors open 30 minutes before start time for check-in, coffee/tea, and quiet settling in.

TRAVEL & PARKING

Driving In

  • Less than 30 minutes from most of Essex, Union, and Middlesex counties

  • About 45–60 minutes from Monmouth County, NYC, and Hudson County

Public Transit

  • NJ Transit (Midtown Direct)

    Take the Summit Station stop — a 5-minute Uber/Lyft or 15-minute walk to the venue

Parking

  • Free onsite parking available behind the building

  • Overflow parking at adjacent lots or street parking on River Rd.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Water bottle or travel mug

  • Layers or a cozy sweater (temps vary in the space)

  • Journal + pen

  • Any personal comforts (scarf, fidget item, grounding stone, etc.)

  • Light snacks if you have specific dietary needs (refreshments provided)

NEARBY LUNCH & COFFEE SPOTS

Here’s a few walkable/local favorites for lunch or coffee breaks:
Lunch / Bites

  • The Committed Pig – brunchy burgers & sandwiches (Summit)

  • Marigolds – upscale deli, vegan & gluten-free friendly (Summit)

  • Roots Cafe – grab-and-go bowls, juices (Berkeley Heights)

  • Green Point Juicery – plant-based smoothies & wraps (Summit)

Coffee / Treats

  • Boxwood Coffee Roasters – chic café space, great for journaling

  • DRIP Coffee – cozy and walkable from venue

  • Reeves-Reed Arboretum Café Cart (seasonal) – serene outdoor setting

PLACES TO STAY

Make It a Weekend

For those coming from farther away (Monmouth, NYC, etc.)

FEATURED STAY

The Albion Summit Hotel

Address: 570 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ 07901
Phone: (908) 273-3000
Website: bylandmark.com

Newly renovated, this stunning historic hotel is located just 5 minutes from our workshop venue. The Albion features 100 hotel rooms, on-site dining at Felina Restaurant, beautifully updated interiors, and is walkable to downtown Summit.

 Ideal for attendees who want

  • Elegant accommodations

  • Walkability to food, coffee, shopping

  • A boutique retreat feel
    Nightly Rate Estimate: Starting from $219–$242

Notes

Hotel

Location

Quaint, boutique, local charm

HDeBary Inn

Summit

Stylish, upscale, ~20 min away

Archer Hotel

Florham Park

Spa-like vibes, 15 mins from venue

Hilton Short Hills

Short Hills

If pairing with a beach day

The Asbury Hotel

Asbury Park

WEEKEND RECHARGE IDEAS

If you’re staying for the full weekend or building in rest time

  • Perfect for a quiet walk

  • Hot tubs, saunas, rest lounges

  • Bookstores, boutiques, brunch

  • Beach town energy, 1–1.5 hrs away

  • Cute cafés, artisan shops, indie bookstores