The Schedule

FRIDAY AUGUST 4, 2023

1-5 pm Registration in the lobby

3-5 pm Porpoise practice in the pool

6-7 pm Cocktail hour/Meet and greet new and old friends (cash bar). Ballroom A, B, C, D

7-9:30 pm Opening Night Party: “Harrelson’s Hideout, a 1920s Speakeasy.” To get in the swing of things, adorn yourself in a 1920s costume and be ready for a good time. Costumes are optional but appreciated. Bring some cash for the Silent Auction! Ballroom A, B, C, D

SATURDAY AUGUST 5TH, 2023

8-9 am Breakfast in the hotel gathering area.

9:15-9:30 am Welcome in the main ballroom

9:45-11:00 am Class: “Behind Every Mask There is a Face…. and Behind Every Face There is a Story.” Madrid Room. Attendees will learn how to create an elaborate mask that tells your story for the Bal Masque banquet.

11:15-12:15 pm Class: “Marketing Beyond the Basics.” Madrid Room. Whether YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok or something new, social media and digital marketing are critical for your business.

12:15-1:15 pm Buffet lunch – Greenhouse Area

1:30-2:30 pm Class: “To Halloween and Beyond.” Madrid Room. Learn how to sell beyond Halloween: diversify your products, expand to new audiences, and test new marketing initiatives.

2:45-3:45 pm Class: “Between Friends: Hacks for your Business.” Madrid Room. Members will share their unique tricks for our unique businesses.

4-5 pm NCA Business Meeting. Madrid Room

5-6 pm Porpoise Review. Pool area

6-7 pm Cocktail hour (cash bar). Ballrooms A, B, C

7-10 pm Bal Masque Banquet. Ballrooms A, B, C, D

• President’s remarks and introduction of honored guests: Past Presidents, Harrelson Award Winners, Harry Palmer Award Winners, Honorary Life Membership, and Unsung Heroes.

• Presentation of Unsung Hero Award to Rachel Godollei Johnson

• Presentation of 1st Harrelson Plaque to Lester Essig’s family

• Installation of President and The Board of Directors

• Historical Presentation and Slide Show: See 100 years of NCA’s history unfold in 25-year increments!

• Cutting of the 100-year Birthday Cake

• Farewell and closing remarks by President Terry Sinopoli

• Hold hands in friendship and sing “Auld Lang Syne” (this is a long-standing NCA tradition)

The NCA Birthday Committee

The NCA Birthday Committee

Pam Markel, Illusive Skull Costume Company

Marion Bradley, Discount Costumes

Louella Torrence, Drop Me a Line Costume Shop

Dwayne Ibsen, Ibsen Costume Gallery

Terry Sinopoli, Arlene’s Costumes

Jim Miller, former NCA member

NCA Birthday Bash Registration Form

Register online at www.costumers.org, or complete and mail this form.

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The Silent Auction

The Silent Auction will be your chance to secure some fun, useful, and/or historical items for your store or home. The auction items, donated by members and vendors, will be displayed in the ballroom along with bid sheets during the Harrelson’s Hideout party on Friday night. Each member will receive a number in their welcome packet — use that number to place bids. Bidding will end at 9 pm and winners will be announced shortly thereafter.

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The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

Indianapolis Zoo

White River State Park

Indianapolis Museum of Art

The Eiteljorg Museum

Name of Attendee #2

Saturday Meal Choice (indicate attendee’s choice by number)

Chicken Bruschetta - sauteed chicken breast, tomatoes and onions, fresh basil and balsamic glaze, seasonal fresh vegetables, red skinned mashed potatoes.

Skewered shrimp - garlicky-lemon grilled shrimp skewers, creamed spinach and creamy risotto.

Pasta Vegetable Scampi - red lentil pasta, seasonal vegetables, light lemon garlic sauce.

Do you have any dietary restrictions, such as allergies or sensitivities? Please describe them. ______________

Fees

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Mail completed form and payment to:

National Costumers Association c/o Ed Avis Associates

PO Box 13347

Chicago, IL 60613