[Colorado-Talk] Hey Jordan, this is James Lopez. I hope this gets to you, because I just want to welcome you to our Colorado affiliate. God bless you and hey have a great dayRe: Colorado-Talk Digest, Vol 170, Issue 24

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>   1. Wild West Talent Show Down (paulsandoval75 at gmail.com)
>   2. Blind Bar Applicants in NY and DC Can Take Bar Exam Remotely
>      (National Federation of the Blind)
>   3. Re: Introducing myself and looking for connections in Boulder
>      (maryannmigs at gmail.com)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:47:00 -0600
> From: <paulsandoval75 at gmail.com>
> To: "'NFB of Colorado Discussion List'" <colorado-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: [Colorado-Talk] Wild West Talent Show Down
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> Good afternoon everyone,
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> 
> We've decided to extend the deadline for registration for our Wild West
> Talent Show Down at the state convention to Wednesday October 21. This means
> that you still have a little bit of time to rustle up some guts and join our
> contest. Maybe just maybe you'll win!
> 
> Information follows:
> 
> We here at the Wild West are set to put on a talent show and Contest for
> y'all at the NFBCO State Convention on the Evening of Friday October 30th
> from 8 to 10 p.m.!! 
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> 
> Saddle up quickly as there are only ten spaces, and they are fillin' fast.
> First come, First serve!
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> There is a Non-Refundable Registration fee of $5 for contestants. We have 3
> secret judges who will pick the winners. 
> 
> Contestants will be eligible for one of 3 prizes! First place $75 King
> Soopers Gift Card donated by Abe's Breaktime. Second Place $50 donated by
> Blind Tech Training. And Third Place $25 donated by the Willoughbys.
> Contestants will be required to Participate in one of two rehearsals and
> must be able to screen share their own music if applicable - to ensure the
> best quality and timing during a live performance through Zoom.
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> Those who donate a minimum of $5 by Friday October 30, at 5p.m. to the Wild
> West chapter are eligible for one of two $50 cold hard cash prizes. 
> 
> Donations are not required, but are encouraged. We would love to see y'all
> there for the show! 
> 
> Performers may include a $5 Donation with Contest registration to be
> eligible for door prizes as well.
> 
> 
> 
> If you believe that you have the talent to take the top prize, mosey on over
> to see Nate Hecker to register for this exciting Wild West talent showdown.
> Registration for performances closes on the evening of Wednesday, October
> 21.
> 
> Contact Nate Hecker for registration or donations via text or phone at:
> 605-610-7959
> 
> Or email: heckerhead at gmail.com
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> Accepted forms of payment are Apple Pay, Venmo, or PayPal. 
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> We're excited to see who will win this talent showdown! Is it gonna be you?
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> Paul Sandoval
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> President - Wild West Metro Chapter
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> Vice President - National Association of Guide Dog Users
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> Board Member - National Federation of The Blind of Colorado
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> Board Member - Colorado Association of Guide Dog Users
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> email: paulsandoval75 at gmail.com
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> Phone: 720-620-8007
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> From: "National Federation of the Blind" <webmaster at nfb.org>
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> Subject: [Colorado-Talk] Blind Bar Applicants in NY and DC Can Take
>    Bar Exam Remotely
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> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
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> BLIND BAR APPLICANTS IN NY AND DC CAN TAKE BAR EXAM REMOTELY
> 
> _NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND URGES OTHER STATE BARS AND EXAMINING
> AUTHORITIES TO IMPLEMENT REMOTE EXAMS WITH ADA ACCOMMODATIONS_
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> BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (OCTOBER 19, 2020): The National Federation of the
> Blind, America's civil rights organization of the blind, commended bar
> admission authorities in New York and the District of Columbia for
> implementing accommodation procedures that are allowing blind bar
> candidates to take their licensing examinations remotely, as non-disabled
> candidates are being permitted to do during the COVID-19 pandemic, but
> expressed concern that other jurisdictions are not following suit. The New
> York and District of Columbia bar administrators had initially said they
> would permit blind candidates to take the examination in accessible formats
> and with technology accommodations, such as the use of text-to-speech
> screen reader technology and Braille devices, only at an in-person location
> with an on-site proctor. The National Federation of the Blind raised
> objections to this plan on behalf of a blind candidate, Seif-Eldeen
> Saqallah, citing relevant provisions of the Americans with Disabilities
> Act, and the examining authorities quickly changed course. 
> 
> "The law requires--and common sense demands--that blind people and other
> candidates with disabilities be allowed to take high-stakes licensure
> examinations remotely during this time of pandemic if non-disabled
> candidates are permitted to do so," said Mark Riccobono, President of the
> National Federation of the Blind. "We demand that bar-admissions
> authorities currently not granting accommodations for remote testing, such
> as the state bar in California, do so immediately. The National Federation
> of the Blind will fight for the right of blind people to be treated equally
> with respect to the bar examination and other tests that will determine
> their educational and career opportunities, as we have throughout our
> history." 
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> ABOUT THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
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> The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), headquartered in Baltimore, is
> the oldest and largest nationwide organization of blind Americans. Founded
> in 1940, the NFB consists of affiliates, chapters, and divisions in the
> fifty states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. The NFB defends the rights of
> blind people of all ages and provides information and support to families
> with blind children, older Americans who are losing vision, and more. We
> believe in the hopes and dreams of blind people and work together to
> transform them into reality. Learn more about our many programs and
> initiatives at www.nfb.org [2]. 
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> CONTACT:
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> Chris Danielsen
> Director of Public Relations
> National Federation of the Blind
> (410) 659-9314, extension 2330
> (410) 262-1281 (Cell)
> cdanielsen at nfb.org 
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> Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2020 21:16:25 -0600
> From: <maryannmigs at gmail.com>
> To: "'NFB of Colorado Discussion List'" <colorado-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [Colorado-Talk] Introducing myself and looking for
>    connections in Boulder
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> Hello Jordyn,
> Welcome to Boulder.  I am Maryann Migliorelli, President of the Boulder Valley Chapter.
> I heard that you were coming and am excited to have you as part of our affiliate and chapter.  Please reach out to me off the list at 
> maryannmigs at gmail.com.
> We have many great things to do here and people to meet.
> 
> At your service,
> 
> Maryann Migliorelli
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Colorado-Talk <colorado-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Jordyn Castor via Colorado-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 11:47 AM
> To: colorado-talk at nfbnet.org
> Cc: Jordyn Castor <jordyn2493 at gmail.com>
> Subject: [Colorado-Talk] Introducing myself and looking for connections in Boulder
> 
> Hello Fellow Coloradans,
> 
> I just moved to Boulder for work and wanted to say hello to my Federation family here in Colorado. I?m trying to connect with fellow blind people in the Boulder area and am looking forward to checking out Denver as well. 
> 
> I?m a cat mom, love being outdoors tandem cycling and just strolling around, and can make a mean Oreo cheesecake! I?m very much looking forward to this year?s ski season and state convention so I can meet many of you.
> 
> Have a great day and happy white cane awareness day to all.
> 
> Jordyn
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