{"product_id":"2026-camp-black-needle-society-retreat-registration-fee-copy","title":"2026 Camp Black Needle Society Retreat Registration Fee","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe time has come to enroll for Camp Black Needle Society! This year's retreat theme is \"Slumber Party!\" Will you be team slumber or team stitch-the-night-away. (Don't worry if you're team slumber. We won't let those pranksters stick your hand in a cup of water.) We'll have games, prizes, shopping, and of course plenty of time to stitch and chat! And maybe a surprise or two!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePLUS, we have reserved seats at a local dinner theatre performing Legally Blonde for the evening of July 29 for those wishing to join us for a pre-camp show (this is an add-on). A link to sign up for dinner theater will be provided in the downloadable PDF that will be attached to your retreat purchase receipt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRetreat sales close May 31, or when we sell out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis listing is for a single seat at the 2026 Black Needle Society Retreat. This is NOT for a retreat in a box. Any swag from this event will not be mailed to you, and this should not be purchased if you do not plan on attending the retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIf this retreat sells out, you can join our waitlist and you will be notified if a space becomes available. First come first serve, and you will have 48 hours to respond to our email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWAITLIST:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/dRWdTMVS9Mivgmzt9\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/dRWdTMVS9Mivgmzt9\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/forms.gle\/dRWdTMVS9Mivgmzt9\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamp BNS 2026 Dates: \u003c\/strong\u003eJuly 30- August 2. The stitching room will be opening at 2p.m. on July 30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eResidence Inn by Marriott Kansas City Airport, 10300 N Ambassador Dr, Kansas City, MO 64153 (This is not attached to the airport, but shuttles too and from are available through the hotel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA link to receive our special group rate of $149 a night, and discounted parking is included in the PDF attached to your retreat purchase receipt.\u003cbr\u003eIn order to fulfill our contract with the hotel, all reservations must be made through the hotel website directly (no third party reservation services such as Expedia, AirBNB, Travelocity, credit card perks\/points, etc.). If you do not use our group rate link, you will not receive the parking discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs this was an issue for 2025, for this year's retreat, if we are unable to fulfill our contract due to an excess of outside reservations, we will send an additional fee to those individuals not registered with our group rate to cover the cost of the event space. This could be $$$-$$$$ if we breach contract. We have already talked with the hotel management, and they cannot pull anyone into our block who makes an outside reservation at this specific hotel location.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYour $265 fee includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA new exclusive project from The Black Needle Society, and the annual Snail kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ea Camp Wearable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eadditional swag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ea single seat in the stitching room for the weekend\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eentry for giveaways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eand more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis one-time fee does NOT include the cost of the hotel, travel, food, or any other costs you have during your stay. You are responsible for making your hotel reservations. You are responsible for finding your own roommate, however we will have a Facebook group, and will include a “Roommate Finder” post to facilitate matching up stitchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Hotel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003eWe have an exclusive rate with the hotel for the weekend. King or Double Queen suites are available for an average of $149 per night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur check-in time is 4:00 PM, check-out time is 12:00 PM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Stitching Room: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\"\u003eRegistration: Thursday, 2p.m.- 4p.m. After this time, you must find a member of the BNS staff to check in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\"\u003eThe stitching room (T) 2 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. (F, Sa) 8 a.m.- 10:30 p.m. (Su) 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shopping hours: (T) 8 p.m.- 10 p.m. (F,S) (optional for vendors) 8:00 a.m.- 4 p.m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLate Night Stitching- You may use the hotel’s lobby accommodations to stitch after the official room has closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eActivities, Agenda, \u0026amp; Important Info for Attendees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe will be opening official retreat activities with a welcome meeting on Thursday night at 7pm in the Stitching Room. Games, prizes and shenanigans shall ensue! A schedule will be provided within the Facebook group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003eDinner Theatre! This year, we have reserved seats for the evening of July 29 at The New Dinner Theatre and Restaurant who are putting on a production of \"Legally Blonde.\" Tickets are $73 per piece. We have created a PayPal Pool to collect payment for these tickets to avoid additional payment processing fees via Shopify. Tickets include your ticket to the show, your meal, an endless refill beverage (non-alcoholic), dessert, and gratuity. You will need to arrange transportation to the theatre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLocal Stores—We have two shops near the retreat location. We recommend visiting both of these locations during your stay as they are 10-15 minutes away from the hotel: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eC.C. and Company in Blue Springs, Missouri- A shop dedicated to cross stitch and framing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eQuilter’s Station in Lee’s Summit, Missouri- A shop focusing on quilting fabrics, however it has a selection of newer patterns, a large selection of pre-cut cross stitch fabrics from makers such as R\u0026amp;R, Picture This Plus, Fiber on a Whim, and Fox and Rabbit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFor the quilter’s among you, Missouri Star Quilt Co. is between an hour to an hour and a half drive from the hotel. It has 12 different quilt shops altogether on the same street.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVendors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003eThis year's vendors will be able to set up a \"shop\" in the living area portion of their hotel room. If you would like to vend, please email us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:BNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\" data-cke-saved-href=\"mailto:BNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e so that we can ask the hotel to put you in a separate room block reserved for vendors (so no one's pop-up shop is missed!). We also ask that you donate a prize from your shop worth $25. We will ask you to present your prize, and help us draw a winner on Thursday evening, so you can speak knowledgeably about your product, and other items you may be offering for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrag Table (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe will have tables set up to show off your gorgeous work! We encourage you to bring your FFOs and finished (but not framed or fully finished) projects to lay out and let others see. We encourage you to include a card with your name, your table number, information about the piece such as designer, and title of the pattern, and any customizations you made. (We will have cards available to fill out with this information if you forget to bring one).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFreebie Table (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003eBring any stash you are ready to pass along to a new home including unused charts, floss, fabric, notions, frames, finished pieces, etc. Anything that does not find a new home during the weekend will be donated to various cross stitch programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe also recommend bringing any projects you do not believe you will finish stitching for one reason or another. Projects can be \"adopted\" by other stitchers at the retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmalls Exchange (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA smalls exchange is an exchange of a small stitched piece with other stitchers. \u003cstrong\u003eThis exchange is only for a stitched piece, and should not include anything else. (See gift exchange below) \u003c\/strong\u003eFor our smalls exchange this year, we ask that your piece fit one of two categories: Night Time\/Slumber Party, or Wild Card. Stitchers participating in the \u003cstrong\u003e\"Night Time\/Slumber Party\" exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e should expect to exchange pieces related to night time motifs (stars, moons, etc.), slumber party motifs (sleeping bag, \"sleep\", etc.). Stitchers participating in the \u003cstrong\u003e\"Wild Card\" exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e should expect to exchange ANY kind of piece. We ask that these participants wrap their exchange piece in packaging that hints at the theme of the contents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour finished piece must be no larger than 4” x 4”. We ask that the finishing be a reasonable size as some will be packing these into already overflowing suitcases at the end of the retreat, and airline restrictions. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your piece contains walnut shells, or any other item that may cause issues for those with an allergy, please mark it clearly, and let a member of BNS staff know at the time of the exchange. If you have an allergy, please let a member of the BNS staff know at the time of the exchange.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGift Exchange (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe heard a lot of positive feedback last year about having a separate gift exchange. So this year, we are bringing it back! If you would like to create a package to exchange with other stitchers, we will be hosting a Gift Exchange. All gifts should contain at least 1 handmade item (this can be stitched, sewn, drawn, etc. Anything you crafted or helped craft), and at least $20 worth of gift goodies (this can include stitching items, home\/lifestyle items, snacks, etc.) Please make sure gifts are appropriate for anyone to enjoy, and do not include lewd or inappropriate items, or items which contain nuts due to allergens (If your gift contains nuts, or gluten, or another allergen, please mark it on the outside of your package and inform a member of BNS Staff). Your gift should be wrapped, and the wrapping should indicate the general theme of the contents. Please be sure to include your name, and social media\/contact information so your exchange partner can find and thank you if they wish. (Please do not include past BNS items in this exchange as the gift receiver is more likely to have already received these items as a customer of BNS.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwaps (optional)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt’s always fun to keep mementos around from a retreat and new friends! We encourage you to bring a selection of needleminders and\/or thread cards (purchased or handmade) or other small mementos to hand out and exchange with others at the retreat. There will be 8 stitchers at each table and approximately 100 stitchers in total. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood\/Drinks\/Alcohol Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c!--{cke_protected}{C}%3C!%2D%2D%20x-tinymce%2Fhtml%20%2D%2D%3E--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe ask that you do not consume meals in the stitching room. There are many tables available in the lobby portion\/hearth room of the hotel with plenty of seating that you can use while consuming food. We ask this so there are no accidents that could damage yours or others needlework at the retreat. All beverages brought in must have a lid, and the lid kept on, and may not include alcohol. You are responsible for cleaning up after anything you consume, including any spills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAirport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen booking your flight, you will want to choose MCI, which is the Kansas City International Airport. A complimentary hotel shuttle is available to and from the airport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe hotel shuttle is also available to transport guests anywhere within a 2 mile radius of the hotel, or to the shopping\/restaurant district nearby, Zona Rosa: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.zonarosa.com\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.zonarosa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.zonarosa.com\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHotel Codes, Registration, and the Facebook Group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter purchasing this listing, you will receive a PDF to be downloaded. Please find all relevant information there including:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA link to the registration form. YOU MUST FILL THIS OUT to be allowed admittance to the event itself. You must fill out the registration form no later than April 1 in order to receive items based on your preferences. If you use any other avenue of providing information about you or other guests attending the retreat (such as email), we cannot guarantee your preferences will be documented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA link to the facebook group. This group is for paid attendees only. It is where we will share upcoming information about the retreat. You can also ask questions, share plans and excitement for the Camp BNS retreat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHotel booking information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRefunds and Payment Plan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou have 24 hours after purchase to cancel and receive a 94% refund (6% of your payment immediately pays for processing fees that we have no access to, and no ability to refund).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAfter the initial 24 hours, your first $150 payment is non-refundable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou may cancel by April 30th to receive a 35% refund\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou may cancel by June 1st to receive a 10% refund (No refunds will be given after this date).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eIf you need to cancel, we encourage you to sell your spot within the Black Needle Society Buy\/Sell\/Trade group or to a friend in order to recoup your funds fully. You are responsible for all financial transactions if you choose to sell your spot. As the original attendee, it is your responsibility to contact \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"mailto:BNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\" data-cke-saved-href=\"mailto:BNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBNSocietyHelp@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e to replace your information with another stitcher’s. (Please also contact us if you need help selling your spot. 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