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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-CA link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Chapter members,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The October meeting will be on Monday evening, October 28, at the normal meeting place. We will start promptly at 6 p.m. Remember to bring non-perishable food items or toiletries to contribute to the church project. We have been a bit remiss in this of late and at the beginning of the year it was voted to continue contributing. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Shelbi<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:108.0pt;text-indent:36.0pt'>NFB Capital Chapter Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Date: September 28, 2013<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Place: Maynard Ave Methodist Church<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Time: 2:00<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Attendees: Angie, Stephanie, MariLyn, Eric, Shelbi, Carol, Dustin. Jim and Beth were absent due to the birth of their son, today.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Presidential release from Dr. Maurer shared.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Treasurer report : Balance of $482.38<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Secretary report: Not available at this time. Last meeting was in June.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Obligation of $100 pledge made at last year’s state convention was paid, as were the chapter dues to the state. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Meet the Blind Month:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>In the past members have read books at Barnes and Noble and brailed kids names for them.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Discussion on choosing a Library for story time this year rather than Barnes and Noble. Stephanie will check on libraries<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>MariLyn will check on the local homeschoolers group <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Angie has friends in the school system and will check<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Gavel Report:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Completed, but difficult going back to find out what we have done in the year<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Anything a member does, joins or participates in, please notify Shelbi so she can keep track to make next year’s Gavel Report easier<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Fundraising:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>State level:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>State did a dine to donate at Bob Evans on Sept 21, day of board mtg. Annette Lutz provided fliers sent home with all OSSB kids since Sept 21 was the day OSSB band did script OHIO with OSU band, in hopes that parents would participate.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>State doing O’Malleys chocolates from Cuyahoga county, for Christmas and Easter fundraising campaigns. Orders can be placed online through a link on the Ohio website. Orders should be mailed to one address to save on shipping and orders over $60 will qualify for free shipping. Individual chapters may sell candy bars also<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Scrip order due Thursday, Oct 3rd at 7 pm<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chapter level:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Capital Chapter will have a Bob Evans dine to donate on Oct 12 and looking at future dates also.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Chapter should have some sort of fundraiser going every couple months<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Angie plans to do her mailing for donations again<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Candy bar sales did well this year with profit of approx. $250-275. A 50% profit on sales minus shipping costs for the 13 cases<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Discussion on candy bar sales for future with ordering 15 cases to save on shipping or perhaps find a local vendor such as Anthony Thomas to save all shipping<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Note that Anthony Thomas candies uses whole almonds in their candy instead of the pieces that were in Harry London—Fundraising committee will check into this.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Idea from committee of selling M&M’s at state convention this year as a chapter fundraiser- <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>It was requested that we get boxes of just M& M’s rather than mixed candy, easier to sell. Sam’s club has these and we can use scrip card for purchase of one case each plain and peanut<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>A motion to purchase 2 $25 Walmart/Sam’s Club gift cards from Scrip, was made by Carol for candy purchase and second by Angie, voted and passed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Kroger fundraiser- ask Jim for an update on the status<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>State Convention:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>In Miamisburg hotel again with prices of $75 a night plus 14.50% tax.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Need to register before Oct 24<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Can register by paper mailing as done in past or online with Eventbrite at no extra charge<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Registration fee is $15 per person before Oct 24 and $20 after<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Banquet fee is $30 before Oct 24 and $35 after—<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Print out your registration forms and any meal or banquet tickets from the site, to bring to convention—Don’t forget to print them.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Go to nfbohio.org for link to Eventbrite<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>After Oct 24, Eventbrite will send a check to NFB Ohio for the fees collected.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Door prizes and pledge to contribute for state convention:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Need to pick an amount to contribute for door prizes and ask individuals to contribute towards purchase or have Treasury cover the amount.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>A motion to contribute $50 in door prizes for convention was made by Stephanie, second by Angie, voted and passed. We can always add more to the pot if we have it. Carol and Stephanie will take care of the order of cards this week. Carol donated 4 red cooler totes to use with gift cards.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>A motion for a pledge to contribute $125 to the state, was made by Angie, second by MariLyn, voted and passed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Discussion led by Shelbi on a hot topic from Iowa concerning concealed carry for blind persons. How do we in Ohio feel about it.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>MariLyn asked for discussion on the petition related to sub minimum wages and RSC.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>It was requested that we change the day of our chapter meeting from Saturdays to a weekday evening to accommodate other prospective members who cannot do Saturdays. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Shelbi has checked with Pastor Patti on this to see what would be available at this site since it is very accessible for transportation. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>The only other evening available is Monday evenings<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Possible time frame to be 6:00-8:30 on the 4th Monday of the month<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>A motion to change chapter meeting days to the 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 was made by Eric, second by MariLyn, voted and passed<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The next meeting will be October 28th at 6:00 pm at this site.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Agenda for State convention (tentative):<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Board meeting on Friday morning<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>After lunch, convention session begins at 1 or 1:30, to be announced<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Proposed amendments to the constitution will be read on Friday and voted on Saturday (proposals to decrease the size of the board to save on expenses, by eliminating the 2nd VP position and an at large member position) and proposal to modernize the constitution by adding email notifications<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Panel on Deaf Blind concerns <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Sam Gliess of Mississippi as National Rep<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Rehab personnel to have more time for question and answers at 4 pm<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Saturday 9-12 and 2-eve, will include the Library representative<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Banquet will be at 6 pm with hospitality and Karaoke afterwards<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Sunday 9 am Memorial service and discussions in a less formal environment of round tables<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>No report on a publication this month, but Carol will do October.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Discussion on what type of report and source of information or topic of discussion.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>MariLyn would like to have discussion on Medical billing communication for the blind, whether bills are read over phone or sent in Braille. Who do you expect a bill from when you have a procedure? She is researching the topic.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>National is asking that states to donate items for the BID for Equality online auction to be held on Black Friday November 29 through Cyber Monday, ending on Tuesday after Thanksgiving– Barbara Pierce has had a week stay at a cottage in Costa Rica donated<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Angie’s roommate will make a Red and Gray full size quilt with OSU on it to donate.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chapter Christmas Party:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Where and when to have it<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Angie offered to host it as a pot luck with she and roommate providing meat<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Ideas for possible activities include games- audio trivia, family feud, Christmas trivia or travel trivia and special Judge Judy recording<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Date of Friday the 13th of December was decided at 6:00 pm<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>2014<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:54.0pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-36.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span lang=EN-US><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>•<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span lang=EN-US>Louis Braille Birthday party at OSSB – will have Jim be the contact person again since he did a good job of heading it and planning games last year. Very successful party.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>November meeting on Monday the 25th will be our elections<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>December 13th, Christmas Party will be used as our monthly meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Adjourned at 3:40 pm<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Respectfully submitted,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Carol Akers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>