I forgot earlier, we each also make a block or two that will be used for a charity quilt. The retreat I go to is organized by LQS, so they determine the block and provide the fabric. What it usually is, is leftovers from their block of the month club. They then take the completed blocks, assemble and quilt them, and donate them.
One year we did fabrics that were pinks and coordinates; that one was put together for a raffle to raise money for breast cancer. This year was a patriotic theme; I don't remember what charity will benefit this year. As there are about 60 of us at the retreat, they have enough blocks for a few quilts.
The other thing that they do each year is have a massage therapist come in. For those who want one, she does either a 10 minute chair massage, or a full 30-minute massage. I don't have them on a regular basis (too costly), but I do at the retreat as it is my one complete splurge for the year.
Robin