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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Sharonda Goode <s.goode1013@gmail.com> <br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, May 9, 2025 5:35 PM<br><b>To:</b> Donald Porterfield <nfb.az.president@gmail.com>; donaldpfield@gmail.com<br><b>Subject:</b> First Edition of AZ Vibe Newsletter<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The Arizona Vibe Newsletter</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Federation of the Blind of Arizona</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>May 2025 Edition</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-margin-top-alt:24.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_gdoj2cn04jjj"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:23.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Table of Contents</span><span style='font-size:20.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Welcome to the Arizona Vibe </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Navigation</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Words from Our President</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>What\u2019s in a Name?</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The Tech Desk</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2025 BELL Academy!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Convention in New Orleans</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>East Valley News</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Tucson News</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Phoenix News</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Guess Who Took Another Trip Around the Sun</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Dates to Remember</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Cooks\u2019 Corner</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Grins and Groans</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-margin-top-alt:24.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_lr25po42q3un"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:23.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>🌵</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:23.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Welcome to the <i>Arizona Vibe</i> \u2013 A Fresh Take on NFB of Arizona News!</span><span style='font-size:20.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Hello, NFB Family,<br> We\u2019re thrilled to introduce you to the <i>Arizona Vibe</i>\u2014a new season, a new look, and a new name for our state newsletter! We will produce this quarterly, but as events and issues come up, there may be newsletter announcements that come out in between that time (we\u2019ll call them the Arizona Pulse). So stay tuned!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Before we dive in, we want to take a heartfelt moment to thank <b>Debi Chatfield</b>, who faithfully brought us <i>News and Views</i> over the years. Her commitment, creativity, and care in keeping us connected have been the foundation on which we now build.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><i><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Arizona Vibe</span></i><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> is not a replacement, but a <b>fresh revision</b> of that legacy\u2014infused with the energy, diversity, and forward motion of our community. In each issue, you\u2019ll find affiliate updates, upcoming events, helpful resources, and more\u2014all with a tone that reflects our uniquely Arizonan spirit.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>We hope this new format will continue to inspire, inform, and unify us across the miles. The <i>Vibe</i> is alive\u2014because of <i>you</i>.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>With gratitude and excitement,<br> \u2014NFB of Arizona</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Sharonda Goode, Editor</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h1 style='mso-margin-top-alt:24.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_hzpv6ro4khyn"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:23.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Navigation</span><span style='font-size:20.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h1><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The NFB of Arizona newsletter has been produced in such a manner that makes it easier to peruse through the articles. If you are using JAWS or NVDA, press the letter H to move through the headings. If you wish to go back to a previous article, simply press the shift key + the letter H. For MAC users, press Control Option Command plus the letter H and to go backwards through the articles, press Control Option Command shift plus the letter H. Happy reading!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_lom7bnsibxnn"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Words from Our President</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_x7bul9hdkbk0"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_a3ndo9tb42t5"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>🌞</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> What\u2019s in a Name? Why We Chose <i>Arizona Vibe</i></span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>When thinking about the future of our newsletter, we wanted something that felt true to who we are\u2014something vibrant, welcoming, and full of purpose. After reflecting on what brings our members together from all corners of the state, one word kept rising to the top for me: <b>vibe</b>.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The <i>Arizona Vibe</i> is more than a name. It\u2019s the rhythm of our blind community here in the desert\u2014the passion of our members and leaders, the vibrancy at our events, the strength in our advocacy, and the deep connection we share as we journey together.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>By choosing this name, we honor where we\u2019ve been while embracing where we\u2019re going. It\u2019s a cheer to the warmth of Arizona, the resilience of our members, and the pulse of progress that keeps us moving forward.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Whether you\u2019re a new member or a longtime Federationist, we invite you to catch the <i>Vibe</i>\u2014and be part of shaping what\u2019s next.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you have news, recipes, tips or tricks, announcements, or anything else you would like included in our newsletter, please feel free to send it to our newsletter email at:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com">Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_nhepo7aok5e"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>💻</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> The Tech Desk</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><b><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>AI and Accessibility: A Powerful Pairing</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>On March 22, the NFBA Tech Committee hosted a dynamic Zoom seminar all about <b>Artificial Intelligence (AI)</b>\u2014and it was a huge success! With around <b>55 participants from across the country</b>, the session was packed with great demonstrations, curiosity, and flowing conversation. Topics covered included apps for the computer such as Be My Eyes, FS Companion.ai and Aira Desktop; mobile apps, such as Speakaboo, PiccyBot, and even wearables, such as Meta Glasses and Envision Glasses.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Our special guest, <b>Jonathan Mosen</b>, head of the Center of Excellence in Nonvisual Accessibility (CENA) and the host of the Access On podcast, delivered a powerful and practical talk on <b>AI prompting</b>, helping attendees understand how to effectively communicate with AI tools like ChatGPT and others. His expertise sparked plenty of questions and inspired attendees to think differently about how AI can support accessibility, productivity, and everyday life.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Whether you\u2019re new to AI or already exploring its potential, this seminar had something for everyone\u2014from smart prompting tips to a range of accessible tech resources.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>In the March 26 Access On podcast, some snippets from our Tech Seminar were featured. In addition, Jonathan has given us his word that future podcasts will feature tips from the seminar!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>👏</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <b>Great job, Tech Committee!</b> Your leadership and dedication to tech empowerment continues to keep our members connected and informed.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>🎧</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <b>Want to catch the replay or grab the resource list?<br></b> Send an email to <b><a href="mailto:nfbaztech@gmail.com">nfbaztech@gmail.com</a></b> and the committee will get you set up!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Attention:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you have tech tips that you\u2019d like included in our newsletter, you can send them to</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com">Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_c6t1l0ym1xmh"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Senior Expressions:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_1yeusdr8lmy6"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>From Kinberly Fetterman, Senior Division President:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The Seniors Division meets every fourth Saturday of the month at 2:00 p.m. over Zoom. Anyone who is 55 and above is eligible to be a member, but all are welcome to attend.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_nb950pem9rhb"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_smyp1sjfe09u"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Silver Canes and Freedom Fridays</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>ANNOUNCING<br> Freedom Fridays Who can Attend?<br> Through our Silver Canes program for seniors!<br> Are you Blind or low vision and at least 55 years old?<br> If so, you\u2019re invited to attend a community focused FREE event held at our Phoenix and<br> Tucson locations each Friday from 9 AM to 2 PM excluding holidays.<br> Experience the freedom that comes from connecting with the blind or low vision<br> community and learn blindness skills along<br> the way. Best of all, our Senior Support group will remain part of the Freedom Friday line-up<br> and will continue to be available for both in-person and virtual attendees at the usual<br> 11 AM time slot.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Friday\u2019s activities are open to anyone<br> 55 years of age or older who are blind or have low vision.<br> When?</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Beginning in February, every Friday from 9 AM \u2013 2 PM<br> Except holidays.<br> Where?<br> Saavi Services for the Blind<br> Phoenix:<br> 2920 N 7th Street<br> Tucson:<br> 3350 E Grant Road<br><br>What is Freedom Fridays?<br> A rotation of fun learning experiences each Friday<br> designed with older people losing vision in-mind.<br> In-person attendees will enjoy a complimentary lunch and a fun-filled<br> day of activities like:<br> Learning how to cook and manage home life.<br> Exploring access technology.<br> Hands on experiences in the woodshop.<br> Working out in our fitness facility.<br> Reading and writing in our Braille Club.<br> Hearing from Guest Speakers.<br> Taking part in local field trips and so much more.<br> Interested?<br> Contact us to register or learn more at<br> <a href="mailto:getsaavi@saavi.us">getsaavi@saavi.us</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>or by calling the center nearest you!<br> Phoenix:<br> 602.795.0195<br> Tucson:<br> 520.795.1331<br><br></span><b><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2025 BELL Academy!!</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_mcdwicrbqxnx"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The bells are ringing once again this summer!</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>It\u2019s not too late to sign your blind or low vision child up to ring those bells. The National Federation of the Blind of Arizona is so excited to offer our Braille Enrichment through Literacy and Learning (BELL) academy this summer. Hosted by Saavi Services for the Blind, we offer blind and low vision children an opportunity to cap off their summer vacation with two NFB BELL Academies: With one opportunity in Phoenix Arizona, at Saavi Services for the Blind 2920 N 7<sup>th</sup> ST, Phoenix AZ 85014, and the other in the Tucson Saavi Services for the Blind located at 3350 E Grant RD, Tucson AZ 85716, both programs run from Monday, May 26, to Friday, June 6<sup>th</sup>. That\u2019s right! We begin our fun on Memorial day. This gives our students free reign over the entire training centers all day, so they are very confident and ready to shine in their parade of canes the next on day two.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>What do we do at the NFB BELL Academy? The better question may be what we won\u2019t do. Along with discovering the fun of learning Braille, our bell ringers will gain confidence using their canes all over our campuses and in really fun places in our communities like playgrounds, movie theaters, the light rail, City buses, candy shops, and much more. They will learn to cook lunch for each other and make healthy and delicious snacks. They may even be able to show off their confidence in doing chores around the house. Our bell ringers will learn to use computers, tablets, and other access tech, learn to conduct science experiments, play sports and games together, and make lifelong friends.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>There are a few things every bell ringer can count on.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1.</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>They will come home tired.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2.</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>They will come home very excited about all the things they did and be ready to come back bright and early the next morning.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>3.</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>They will finish the NFB BELL Academy knowing they have many great blind friends, and that they will never be alone in their goal of living the lives they want.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>To sign your child up for the NFB BELL Academy, please visit <a href="https://az.nfb.org/nfbaz-bell-academy"><span style='color:windowtext'> </span></a><a href="https://az.nfb.org/nfbaz-bell-academy">https://az.nfb.org/nfbaz-bell-academy</a>. The NFB BELL academy is free of charge. Lunches are provided, and transportation may be available upon request.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>How can you help? We are always looking for members who can help prepare class materials, read to our bell ringers, help prepare some lunches, and so much more. </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> For more information, visit Roxanne Torres in Tucson at <a href="mailto:rtorres@saavi.us">rtorres@saavi.us</a>, or Somaya Tarrin in Phoenix at <a href="mailto:Starrin@saavi.us">Starrin@saavi.us</a>.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_yigfwhq3j5nu"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>National Convention</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> in New Orleans July 8-13</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Each year, the NFB holds the National Federation of the Blind convention. As the website says, it is the largest gathering of blind people from all 50 states. It is a week full of fun, and all kinds of seminars. Don\u2019t let the term \u201cSeminars\u201d be miss-leading. There are all kinds of fun activities to do while you plan your week. Seminar topics include:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Braille</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Technology</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Employment</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Learning to work as a blindness professional</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Resolutions<br> Be a part of the policy of the NFB.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>General sessions<br> These are the largest meetings in the convention. This is where we hear from members of our government, including the social security administration, Vocational rehab, and many many others.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Numerous hospitality events hosted by all 50 states, including the convention planning committee</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>·</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:7.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>A banquet to cap everything off.<br> Listen to our national president give a keynote speech that will inspire you through out the year.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you are tired of hanging around the hotel, and who wouldn\u2019t be? Make sure to check out all the local events and attractions around the city. This year, our convention is in New Orleans. It is from Tuesday, July 8 \u2013 Sunday, July 13. Location: New Orleans Marriott/Sheraton New Orleans</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The site to read all things convention is:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="http://www.nfb.org/convention">http://www.nfb.org/convention</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_en18nip8ot5a"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>East Valley News:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Thinking about heading to <b>New Orleans</b> for this year\u2019s NFB National Convention? </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>\u2708\ufe0f</span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Don\u2019t forget to check your <b>REAL ID</b> status! Starting soon, you\u2019ll need one to fly domestically, so now\u2019s the perfect time to make sure you're ready to roll.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>In other exciting news, <b>Debi Chatfield</b> took on the water in March as part of a <b>dragon boat race</b> team! And here is the exciting news she shared!!!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_beg52lia5k0b"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><img border=0 width=32 height=32 style='width:.3333in;height:.3333in' id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:ii_mahhoy9n0" alt="🇺🇸"><img border=0 width=32 height=32 style='width:.3333in;height:.3333in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:ii_mahhoy9p1" alt="🚣🏼\u200d\u2640\ufe0f"></span><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Hang on to your paddles!</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>I am thrilled to share that I have been selected as one of the 50 athletes representing the USA in Dragon Boating, Senior C division! This past year has been filled with challenges and triumphs, and I am honored to have reached this milestone. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported me throughout this journey. Special thanks to my coach who built a remote control system, easing my worries about steering and OC1 during time trials, and my gym trainers who push me to be stronger every day. My dream would not have come true without the love and support from my family. I am also incredibly grateful to the Senior C coaching staff and management for their inclusivity and belief in my abilities despite my blindness. For my friends and fellow candidates who have not been selected yet, don't give up! Keep going, be there in Tampa, and fight for your seat. It's a bittersweet moment for me; while I am excited to achieve this goal, I wish everyone who has worked hard and dreamed of this journey could experience it with us. One stroke, one beat, one boat! Together, let's go to Germany in July and win some gold!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Got news from the East Valley? Let our East Valley coordinator know by emailing Tina Sohl at:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:tinabir80@gmail.com">tinabir80@gmail.com</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_q4iainj3sv26"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Tucson News:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>On Friday, May 2, the Tucson Chapter had a barbecue! From 4:00PM to 8:00PM, those ready to eat good food and have fun times gathered at the Saavi Tucson location. A huge thanks to all who volunteered and an even bigger thanks to those who came!!!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_kati84pmhnbm"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Phoenix News:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The NFB Phoenix Chapter Norma Robertson-Wagner Annual Picnic took place on April 12, 2025 from 11:00AM to 3:00PM.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>There was a raffle with three great prizes. The kids had fun playing in the water as well as other activities. And we had a photo booth with a wonderful Hawaiian theme. </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>We had hamburger and hotdogs, with all the fixings, delicious homemade desserts, and lots of great side dishes. With over 60 people in attendance, there were friendships renewed and new ones created. We can\u2019t wait to do it again next year!!!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_5m0ll2i01pdn"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Guess Who Took Another Trip Around the Sun? Birthday/Anniversary Shout-outs</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>I am asking for your help to build a list of birthdays/anniversaries for all our members. I would like to congratulate/shout them out right here in this column. You can send your lists to Sharonda at:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com">Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Happy birthday and congratulations for taking another trip around the sun.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>April</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>02 - Moreblessings Chikavanga, Phoenix</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>02 President Donald Porterfield, Tucson</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>10 - Lori Kirsop, Phoenix</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>16 Kris Crawley (Anniversary, 16 years), Mesa</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>May</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>3 Roxanne Torres</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>20 Steve Sesma</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>25 Joy Harris</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>27 Deitrick (Slim) Fields</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>28 Bella Hilliker</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>31 Joe Giacinto</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>July</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>5: Jordan Moon, Phoenix</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>19: Voin White, Phoenix</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>20 Debi Chatfield, Mesa</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_sa1zjsoqmkd"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Dates to Remember:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Saturday May 3:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Phoenix Chapter Meeting \u2013 Starting at 9:30 a.m.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> Tucson Chapter Meeting \u2013 Starting at 1:00 P.M.</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Saturday May 10: Arizona Affiliate Board Meeting</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Saturday, May 17: East Valley Chapter Board Meeting \u2013 Starting at</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Monday, May 26: The start of BELL Academy in both Tucson & Phoenix</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Friday, June 6: Last day of BELL Academy</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>July 8-13: National Federation of the Blind National Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_dkrcll45cgne"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Cooks\u2019 Corner:</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Here\u2019s your chance to show off your favorite recipes\u2014either ones you have on repeat in your house, or recipes you plan to make!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Send your favorites that you would like featured in our newsletter to:</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com">Nfbarizona.vibe@gmail.com</a></span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style='mso-margin-top-alt:.25in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:4.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%;break-after:auto'><a name="_umdugz3rnx2b"></a><span lang=EN style='font-size:17.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Grins and Groans</span><span style='font-size:16.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;font-weight:normal'><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>In keeping with the spring theme, here are a few jokes to make you either laugh out loud or groan even louder!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <b>What kind of socks does a flower wear?<br></b> Garden hose!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <b>Why did the worm get a promotion?<br></b> Because it was outstanding in its field!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> <b>Why couldn\u2019t the flower ride its bike?<br></b> Because it lost its petals!</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:12.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in;line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></body></html>