FAQ's

Here are a few of the questions we've been asked, just click on the question to see the answer. Do you have a question about the 2013 Great Bead Escape? E-mail us!

• How Do I Register?
• What's included in the retreat cost?
• How do I get there Driving / Flying?
• Can I bring my family or friend
• Will there be shopping?
• Should I bring tools or task lighting?
• Do I need to bring beads or supplies?
• Will there be breaks?
• Is there a place to visit and bead after hours?

How Do I Register? TOP
You can register Online.

What's included in the retreat cost? TOP

• The Retreat cost is $695 per person. This includes:

  • Your choice of 5, 4 hours classes. 1 morning and 1 afternoon class per attendee per day. All materials and class fees are included
  • Breakfast Friday through Sunday
  • Lunch Friday through Sunday

  • Dinner Thursday through Saturday

  • Evening Activities are planned and all are included in your retreat cost.

  • Goodie bags filled with samples, gifts and coupons from all of the retreat instructors

How do I get there Driving / Flying? TOP

I-95 North to Exit 329 and go left (west) on CR 210. Continue straight (road becomes Greenbriar Road) for approximately 10 miles to intersection with SR 13. Turn right and go north approximately 2 miles to Marywood entrance on left. Driveway is shared with San Juan del Rio Catholic Church and is directly across the road form Geneva Presbyterian Church.

From the North:

I-95 South to I-295 North toward Orange Park. Take Exit 5 San Jose Blvd. South (SR13) for approximately 8 miles to Marywood entrance on the right just after San Juan del Rio Catholic School and Church.

Can I bring my family or friend TOP

The Retreat Center is beautiful and would be a nice place to read and relax.  With the purchase of a Florida Fishing license your family or friend could spend the day fishing.  They could join you for breakfast lunch and dinner.  Please inquire at the time of sign up of the additional cost for meals and room rate.

Will there be shopping? TOP

There will be additional kits and supplies from each instructor.  The instructor will also have a booth set up with additional items for sale.

Should I bring tools or task lighting? TOP

Each instructor will provide all tools required for your use during class. Most will provide task lighting if required. But if you have your own personal Ott Lite or task lighting feel free to bring it to your classes. Don't forget your glasses or magnifiers from home.

Do I need to bring beads or supplies? TOP

Only if you want to work on projects on your own back in your room. Each instructor will have additional kits available for purchase and will have a wide variety of tools and supplies for sale during market place hours.

Will there be breaks? TOP

You can get up and move around as needed. Snacks and beverages are provided. Remember to move around when you need to!

Is there a place to visit and bead after hours? TOP

After dinner, there will be activities, but you are welcome to sit together with your new friends and work on projects of your choice.