National Seminar starts in a few days, and we're excited to see you in Cincinnati! This is the SEVENTH in a series of emails you will receive that includes helpful information for your National Seminar experience. To read the past emails, follow this link. Have questions? Email info@handbellmusicians.org or call 937-438-0085.
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Reminders
- You will be receiving a personalized copy of your Seminar class schedule when you check-in at the HMA Registration Desk.
- The General Event Schedule can be found here.
- The Sharonville Convention Center is a cashless venue. Please be prepared with a credit or debit card.
- Outside food and beverages are not permitted in the Sharonville Convention Center.
- Name badges and lanyards must be worn during the event.
- Class notes are available online. If you want hard copies please print these yourself (we will not be printing on-site). If your class does not have notes listed, your instructor has either chosen not to have notes or they will provide them in person.
- For those who rented mobility scooters, please come to the HMA Registration Desk at the Sharonville Convention Center starting at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 14, to pick-up your scooter (which will be labeled). An HMA staff member will assist you.
- If you are in a ringing track please remember to bring your music, split-back binder, and mallets.
- On Saturday, July 18 after the All-Star/Distinctly Teen concert, we will be packing and loading up a lot of equipment. If you are able to help, please connect with a team member at the HMA Registration desk. We would really appreciate the assistance!
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Hymn Festival Information
The Hymn Festival begins at 7:00 PM on Monday, July 13 at Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church (1345 Grave Ave, Cincinnati). The church is 15 miles from the Sharonville Convention Center/National Seminar event hotels. It is not within walking distance. If you are driving, please leave ample time for parking. Bus information is below.
For those who signed up to take the HMA buses to the Hymn Festival at Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church, please meet no later than 5:45 PM at Entrance C at the Sharonville Convention Center. Buses are leaving at 6:00 PM. Look for our two Bus Captains who will be wearing orange hats (you won't be able to miss them!)
Buses will depart the church at 8:30 PM for the return trip to the Sharonville Convention Center. We will gather at the church door near Grace Street (door with the awning where we will enter). |
Deadline Extended for Silent Auction
Handbell Musicians of America's silent auction at National Seminar is a fun part of the event where you can bid on a large array of items donated by fellow attendees and companies. It's a fantastic time to shop for yourself or start your holiday shopping early!
This auction features prizes that event attendees bring to Cincinnati and the winning bidder takes home with them. Please keep that in mind when choosing something to bring for the auction as travel is involved.
How to Submit An Auction Donation
We kindly ask that you complete one online form for each item you are donating. Please complete your Silent Auction donation form(s) by July 11, 2026*. This helps us have everything prepared in advance.
Where to Bring Your Donated Item(s)
We will begin processing silent auction items at the registration desk at the Sharonville Convention Center beginning on Tuesday, July 14 at 11:00 AM.
Here are just some examples of the many wonderful items that have been donated for past HMA silent auctions.
- Homemade food goodies like jams, pickles, and honey
- Handmade art and crafts such as stained glass, quilts, blankets, greeting cards
- Items with musical themes including shirts, socks, tote bags
- Registration gift certificates for local, regional and national handbell events
- Commissions by leading handbell composers
- Musical instruments and related equipment
- Jewelry
- A getaway vacation rental or timeshare
The silent auction raises much-needed funds for HMA programs, events, and operations. Please consider supporting the auction by donating a prize.
* If you decide after July 11 to bring something for the auction, you can complete a form on-site. |
Plan Ahead for Sunday Morning Flights
If you are flying out of the Cincinnati airport (CVG) on Sunday morning, please be aware that there tends to be a large influx of people on the early flights. Plan to arrive early for ample time for check-in and to go through security. |
Updated Grab & Go Menus
BREAKFAST
Breakfast Sandwiches
- Sausage, egg & cheese biscuit, $7.00
- Egg & cheese biscuit, $7.00
- Bacon, egg, and cheese on English muffin, $7.00
- Vegan egg and impossible sausage on English muffin, $7.00
Gluten Free Breakfast Wraps
- Scrambled eggs and cheese wrap, $7.00
- Bacon, egg, and cheese wrap, $7.00
Assorted Muffins, $3.00
Fruit Cup, $3.00
Yogurt, $3.00
Granola Bars, $3.00
Coffee or Hot Tea, $5.00
Bottled Juice, $5.00
Bottled Water, $5.00
Soft Drinks, $4.50
Energy Drinks, $7.00
Bubly, $5.00
LUNCH
Wrapped Jumbo Hot Dog w/Chips, $6.00
Wrapped Cheeseburger w/Chips, $7.00
Wrapped Chicken Sandwich w/Chips, $6.00
Salads – Veggie & Deli Options, $12.00
Deli Sandwich w/Chips – Turkey, Ham or Vegetarian, $10.00
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich w/Chips, $11.00
Mac ‘n’ Cheese, $10.00
Mac ‘n’ Cheese Topped w/BBQ Chicken, $12.00
Fruit Cup, $3.00
Yogurt, $3.00
Chips, $3.00
Candy, $3.00
Granola Bars, $3.00
Coffee or Hot Tea, $5.00
Bottled Juice, $5.00
Bottled Water, $5.00
Soft Drinks, $4.50
Energy Drinks, $7.00
Bubly, $5.00
The Sharonville Convention Center is a cashless venue. Please be prepared with a credit or debit card. |
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