[Colorado-Talk] NFB of Colorado preliminary agenda attached and following

[Lisa Bonderson]

The following agenda may be subject to minor edits.

AGENDA

National Federation of the Blind of Colorado

70th Annual State Convention
October 24 - October 27, 2024

Burning Bright
Ardiendo Brillante

Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows
 10345 Park Meadows Drive<http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?cp=39.5417~-104.8707&where1=Denver%20Marriott%20South%20at%20Park%20Meadows&ss=ypid.YN137x402488185&FORM=SNAPST>
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Park Ridge Ballroom Salons C & D


Jessica Beecham, President
2233 W. Shepperd Avenue
Littleton, CO 80120
303-778-1130

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NFB PLEDGE

  I pledge to participate actively in the effort of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation and to abide by its constitution.


NFB MESSAGE

  The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and their dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.


NFB Code of Conduct

All NFB members, employees, contractors, event attendees, volunteers, and program participants are subject to the NFB Code of Conduct. Everyone is strongly encouraged to review the Code which can be found at: www.nfb.org/codeofconduct<http://www.nfb.org/codeofconduct>.


TRIBUTE TO OUR SPONSORS

Thank you to our Title Sponsor, Colorado Center for the Blind.

Since 1988, the Colorado Center for the Blind has been helping the blind reach new heights of independence and live the lives they want.  The Center has provided world class blindness training to students from all over the world.  Contact Julie Deden, Executive Director, jdeden at cocenter.org<mailto:jdeden at cocenter.org>, 303-778-1130.  Also visit www.cocenter.org<http://www.cocenter.org> for more information.

We thank our Title, Titanium, Gold and Silver Sponsors:

Colorado Center for the Blind, Title Sponsor
En-Vision America, Titanium Sponsor
Regional Transportation District (RTD), Titanium Sponsor
Non-24/Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Spectrum, Gold Sponsor
Aftersight, Silver Sponsor
CVS Health, Silver Sponsor
NanoPac / Magnisight of the Rockies, Silver Sponsor



GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

National Representative: This year we are delighted to have Ron Brown from Indiana serving as our National Representative.

[Ron Brown]

Ron Brown was born in Gary, Indiana in 1956, the first of eight children.  When he was a senior in high school, he became blind after he was shot on his way home from a basketball game. At the time he knew nothing about blindness and was overwhelmed by the feeling that his entire life had been radically changed in an instant. One of the first painful lessons he learned was that many of his friends could not deal with his blindness and stayed away from him. Luckily, he began to make new friends, members of the National Federation of the Blind. They became inspiring role models for Ron, teaching him that it was respectable to be blind and that he could continue to strive for the goals he had set himself.

Armed with this newfound freedom, Ron graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in health science. He then went to work at Tradewinds Rehabilitation Center in Indiana, where he met his wife, Jean, who was on the staff. Eventually he was offered a job in the Business Enterprise Program. He has now been in business for himself for twenty years.

Recently Ron returned to school and earned a Master's degree in educational psychology with a certification in orientation and mobility from Louisiana Tech University. He now owns a second business, teaching cane travel to blind people in the state of Indiana.

As Ron Brown has developed and matured in his personal life, his commitment to and service in the National Federation of the Blind have deepened as well. In the early years he was a chapter president and was then elected to the NFB of Indiana<https://nfb.org/about-us/state-affiliates/indiana>'s board of directors. He served as president of the Indiana affiliate for many years, and also served on the NFB board of directors.

REGISTRATION:

Park Ridge Ballroom Foyer
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Pick up your pre-registration packet and get registered for door prizes!

For those who have not pre-registered, the following prices will be in effect.  Please note that the purchase of meal tickets may be limited based on the ability of the hotel to meet the demand.
Registration Fee:                                     $30.00
Friday Luncheon:                                    $35.00
Saturday Lunch:                                      $35.00
Saturday Banquet:                                  $70.00

CONVENTION ZOOM PLATFORM

We will be providing Zoom access for the state convention for Friday's Resolutions Committee meeting and General Session, Saturday's General Session and Banquet, and the Sunday morning Business Session. Following you will find the Zoom link and one tap mobile information.

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ZOOM HELP DESK

If you are having trouble connecting to the Zoom platform, please contact Curtis Chong at our Help Desk at Chong.Curtis at gmail.com<mailto:Chong.Curtis at gmail.com> or by phone at 515-306-1654.

CLOSED CAPTIONING

We will be providing live closed captioning for Resolutions, all general sessions, and the banquet. You can access the captions by using the Zoom caption feature or by opening the link below in a separate browser window.
www.streamtext.net/player?event=NFB_COLORADO<http://www.streamtext.net/player?event=NFB_COLORADO>

CHILDCARE INFORMATION:
Please contact childcare coordinator, Ena Batron,
720-384-3263 to make arrangements. Parents should be sure to register their children. We will provide snacks throughout the weekend and pizza for the banquet.

Childcare will be held in Hospitality Suite #428.

Friday:  Childcare will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Parents must provide meals for their children.

Saturday: Childcare will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Parents must provide lunch for their children.
Childcare will re-open at 6:30 p.m. and close at 10:00 p.m.

Sunday: Childcare will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

DOG RELIEF AREA INFORMATION:
There are two dog relief areas. The first is located off the restaurant patio, up a few steps and left a short distance to the grassy area. There will be a trash can next to the railing.  The second location is out and to the right of the exit door between the Littleton and Englewood/Parker breakout rooms.

Please deposit all waste in the trash cans provided.
Contact Dog Guide Coordinator, ReNae Anderson, and pay attention to general announcements.

DOOR PRIZES:
ReNae Anderson, Brittany Savage, Showe Trela, and Pipi Adams will serve as our Door Prize Chairwomen. Door prizes will be drawn in general convention sessions, and you must be present to win. Please bring your prizes to ReNae prior to the beginning of general sessions.

AUCTION:
Throughout the weekend, we will conduct our Annual Auction under the stellar leadership of our Auction Chair, Kevan Worley of Colorado Springs. For those who purchase an auction item, please be advised that once an auction item has been purchased, it is the sole responsibility of the purchaser from that moment on. The NFB of Colorado is not responsible for shipping and/or insurance expenses related to purchased auction items, nor is NFB of Colorado liable for damage to any shipped items.

RECYCLING LANYARDS AND NAME BADGE HOLDERS
If you do not care to keep your convention lanyard and name badge holder, please drop them off on the registration table at the ballroom entry as convention winds down.  We will be able to use them for future conventions.

EXHIBITS:
Exhibits will be open in Park Ridge Salons A & B throughout the convention at the discretion of the individual exhibitor and primarily when there are no competing convention activities. The times listed below are definitely scheduled, and it is likely that exhibits will also be open during breakout sessions, especially on Friday.

Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Please stop to visit the following exhibitors and sponsors:

Aftersight, Silver Sponsor
A.T. Guys, Exhibitor
Blind Girl Designs, Exhibitor
CVS Health, Silver Sponsor
En-Vision America, Titanium Sponsor
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Exhibitor
HapChic, Exhibitor
HumanWare, Exhibitor
Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder, Exhibitor
NanoPac / Magnisight of the Rockies, Silver Sponsor
Non-24/Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Gold Sponsor
Penny Forward, Inc. Exhibitor
Regional Transportation District, Silver Sponsor
Safety Positive Foundation, Exhibitor
Tasty Crumbs, Exhibitor

The following chapters and divisions will also have tables in the exhibit hall and would love for you to stop by and visit them.

Colorado Springs
Denver - Beauty by Brittany
Greeley
Pueblo - Colorado Association of Blind Students
Wild West

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
KINDLE CONFIDENCE - KINDLE CONFIANZA
THROUGH SPORTS AND HIGH ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES

>From Paralympians to weekend warriors, come hear about the lived experiences of blind people who use sports and high adventure activities to build confidence, crush goals, and live the lives they want. Then, give some of the activities a try. Participants will have the opportunity to try rowing, rock climbing, axe throwing, running/walking, cycling, beep baseball, and more.

DINING AROUND PARK MEADOWS

Let's hit the town and check out the Park Meadows restaurants. On Thursday evening, October 24th, choose from one of the listed locations below and enjoy a new restaurant while having dinner with your fellow Federationists. Here's how it works!!

Choose the spot where you would like to go and RSVP to the Federation leader with that group, giving your name and phone number. Group leaders need all RSVPs by Monday, October 21st, no later than 1 pm. Reservations will be made for the group, and everyone will meet at their chosen restaurant. Every person is responsible for their own check and tip. Make note of the dinner time that your group will be meeting because meeting times differ slightly from one group to another. We hope everyone will have a great night with old friends, make new friends, and enjoy lively conversations on your night out. Please note that none of the restaurants is within walking distance and will need to be accessed by an Uber or Lyft. The group leader may coordinate a plan for sharing rides, so ask if there is a plan for this.  (The exception is the Blind Parents Pizza Party which is being held in the hotel.)

Earls Kitchen + Bar
Restaurant leaders are the Colorado Association of Blind Students.
Reservation time 6:30 p.m.
Text Ellie White at phone (720) 624-9979 to RSVP

Earls Park Meadows
https://www.earls.ca/locations/park-meadows/menu/
8335 Park Meadows Center Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Restaurant leaders are the Sports and Recreation Division.
Reservation time is 6:30 p.m.
Text Gary Van Dorn at mobile (303) 863-1150 to RSVP

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
10047 Park Meadows Dr Unit F | Menu (cranellis.com<http://cranellis.com>) (https://cranellis.com/menu/cranellis)
10047 Park Meadows Dr., Unit F
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
Restaurant leaders are the Boulder Valley Chapter.
Reservation time is 7:00 p.m.
Text Jordyn Castor at phone +1 (616) 970-6002 to RSVP

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant
Park Meadows
https://riograndemexican.com/menus/dine-in-menu-lone-tree/
9535 Park Meadows Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Clock Tower Grill
Restaurant leaders are Paul Sandoval and Cody Bair.
Reservation time is 6:45 p.m.
Text Cody Bair at +1 (970) 673-6998

Clocktower Grill
Home - Clock Tower Grill https://clocktowergrill.net/
9360 Station Street, Suite 100
Lone Tree, CO 80124

Blind Parents Pizza Party
The Blind Parents Division of the NFB of Colorado is hosting a pizza party at 6:00 p.m. in the Presidential Suite.  The cost is $9.00 for two slices of pizza, a cookie and soda.  Due to limited space in the Presidential Suite, we must limit the number of guests, so RSVP as soon as possible to reserve a place.  Text Maureen Nietfeld at 215-353-7218.  Maureen will respond with a confirmation and the location of the Presidential Suite.

Immediately following the pizza dinner, the Blind Parents Division will host a pool party at the hotel pool. All are welcome.

FRIDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 25, 2024

7:30 a.m.
CONVENTION CAFÉ
Salons C & D Foyer

Please join us for our second annual Convention Café. The affiliate will provide complimentary coffee, tea, and pastries.

8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION
Park Ridge Ballroom Foyer

Pick up your pre-registration packets and register for door prize drawings.

For those who have not pre-registered, the following prices will be in effect.  Please note that the purchase of meal tickets may be limited based on the ability of the hotel to meet the demand.
Registration Fee:                                     $30.00
Friday Luncheon:                                    $35.00
Saturday Lunch:                                      $35.00
Saturday Banquet:                                  $70.00

8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS SHOWCASE
Park Ridge Salon A & B

Peruse this year's selection of convention sponsors and exhibitors and find out what is new in technology, products, and services. In particular, we once again want to salute our Titanium Sponsor, Colorado Center for the Blind. Our heartfelt thanks go out to En-Vision America, Regional Transportation District, (RTD) Non-24/Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Spectrum, Aftersight, and NanoPac / Magnisight of the Rockies.

8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
Littleton A
Dan Burke and Curtis Chong, Co-chairmen

Come and help set the policy of the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado!

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8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
NFB OF COLORADO KID CORRAL
Hospitality Suite #428

Ena Batron, Corral Leader

This is our NFB of Colorado Childcare and it's not just babysitting. Ena has planned a number of activities to keep the kiddos busy. Although there is no charge for the Corral, we ask that you register your children for the convention.  Donations to the NFB of Colorado are welcome to help defray the expenses. Kids in childcare will be eligible to receive door prizes through their parents if their names are called. Also, parents are responsible for providing the children with meals, except for the banquet when pizza will be provided to the kiddos. Snacks will be available throughout.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
DROP IN ART ROOM
Centennial Dining Room

Ann Cunningham, Golden, Colorado

Ted Tahquechi and Maureen Handwerker will exhibit their artwork. We will have tactile puzzles as well as drawing and sculpting activities.  We are also going to be creating flipbook or Flip pics (FLIPPICTS) which are a fun quick way to make a very complex image.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
WHERE WE WERE, WHERE WE ARE, AND WHERE WE CAN GO
Littleton A

Peggy Chong, The Blind History Lady, Aurora, Colorado

WE HAVE A HISTORY: The lives and experiences of our predecessors and the evolution of the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado come to life through the old records and documents we have uncovered.  These documents have all been transcribed and are now in a digital format accessible to all.  We'll tell you where and how to find them!

AND WE HAVE A FUTURE: Our history is being made every day.  We will talk about how you can help to preserve a record of our current events to keep our history alive for future generations.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
MEET THE TALENTS WHO ARE COLORADO'S TALKING BOOK LIBRARY NARRATORS
Littleton B

Mare Trevathan, Moderator

With Kristin Alison, Gabriella Cavallero, Doug Tisdale Jr., Adrean Rivers, and Martha Harmon Pardee.  Hopefully, David Hartley Margolin and Erik Sandvold will be present as well.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
MEDICAID FOR WORKING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Englewood

Julie Reiskin, Co-Executive Director
The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC)

Your questions about Medicaid eligibility for the working disabled will be answered in this interactive session.  For instance, did you know that there is no asset test involved?  We will discuss eligibility, how the program differs from other Medicaid disability programs, premiums and how to apply.  CCDC is here to share information, answer questions and provide assistance, if needed.  Join us to learn more!

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
SETTING UP AND USING BRAILLE SCREEN INPUT (BSI) ON YOUR IPHONE
Lone Tree

Curtis Chong, Aurora, Colorado

Did you know that you can write Braille on your iPhone screen using six fingers to input the Braille?  Braille Screen Input is an accessibility feature on iOS that allows users to type braille directly on their iPhone screen.  Bring your iPhone to this session and Curtis Chong will offer a step-by-step, hands-on practice that will help you get Braille Screen Input working on your iPhone.

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
DEBUNKING DEEPFAKES, CHEAPFAKES AND OTHER MISINFORMATION
Meridian

Nate Trela, Misinformation Reporter, USA Today
Centennial, Colorado

There's more information than ever circulating online, and you have the ability to determine what is real and what isn't. Walk through the free public tools and processes a blind journalist uses to identify and debunk misinformation, ranging from AI-generated content to claims misrepresenting what photos or videos show.



BURNING BRIGHT
ARDIENDO BRILLANTE
SESSION I
AND OPENING BRUNCH
PARK RIDGE BALLROOM SALONS C & D
11:45 A.M. TO 5:45 P.M.

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11:45 a.m.
WELCOME BRUNCH!

Today's brunch will be a classic crustless frittata with bacon, served with diced breakfast potatoes, family-style assorted pastries, seasonal sliced fruit, and seasonal berries.

11:45 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER AND WELCOMING REMARKS

Jessica Beecham
President, NFB of Colorado
Denver, Colorado

11:50 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
FIRE IT UP - ENCIÉNDELO: An Interactive Rhythm Experience

12:30 p.m. to 12:40 p.m.
OPENING CEREMONIES

12:40 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
ILLUMINATING THE FUTURE - ILUMINANDO EL FUTURE: Presenting the 2024 NFB of Colorado Scholarship Class

Cody Bair
Co-Chair, NFB of Colorado Scholarship Committee
Littleton, Colorado

Maureen Nietfeld
Co-Chair, NFB of Colorado Scholarship Committee
Centennial Colorado

Elizabeth Sprecher
Master's in Piano Performance
University of Colorado, Boulder

Dishon (Shon) Spears
Business Administration/Nonprofit
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)

Andrew Vega
Theatre Arts and Music
Metropolitan State University of Denver

1:00 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

1:10 p.m. to 1:55 p.m.
CARRYING THE TORCH OF TRANSFORMATION:
A National Report

Ron Brown
National Federation of the Blind of Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana

1:55 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
SHINING BRIGHT - BRILLANDO BRILLANTEMENTE: Living the Life She Wants and Making It Look Good!

Jean Brown
President, Indianapolis Chapter; NFB of Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana

2:15 p.m. to 2:35 p.m.
BEACON OF KNOWLEDGE: Educating Blind Children in Colorado

Tanni Anthony
Access, Learning and Literacy Team Director
Exceptional Student Services Unit
Colorado Department of Education
Denver, Colorado

2:35 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

2:45 p.m. to 3:05 p.m.
EMBERS OF INNOVATION - BRASAS DE INNOVACIÓN: Welcome to the New Superintendent of the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind, Tara Spangler.

CSDB UPDATE:

Tara Spangler, Superintendent
Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Jamie Lugo, Principal
Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
Colorado Springs, Colorado

3:05 p.m. to 3:45
CATCHING FIRE - EN LLAMAS: Accessible Prescription Labels in Colorado - Soon to Be a Reality in Your Local Pharmacy

Curtis Chong, Moderator
Nonvisual Access Technology Consultant
Aurora, Colorado

ReNae Anderson, Community Solutions Specialist
Rocky Mountain Health Plans
La Junta, Colorado

Amanda Tolson, Vice President of Sales
En-Vision America
Palmetto, Florida

3:45 p.m. to 4:35 p.m.
BURNING DOWN STEREOTYPES - QUEMANDO ESTEREOTIPOS: Where the Blind Work

Nate Trela, USA Today
Denver, Colorado

Erin Daley, Philadelphia Insurance
Englewood, Colorado

Gary Van Dorn, Internal Revenue Service
Denver, Colorado

Adam Carter and Zach Tidwell, Dark Horse Game Studios
Parker, Colorado

4:35 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

4:45 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
SPARKS OF LITERACY - CHISPAS DE ALFABETIZACIÓN: Empowering Blind Readers through Braille and Audio Books

Nicolle Steffen, Director
Colorado Talking Book Library

5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
TURNING UP THE HEAT - SUBIENDO EL CALOR: From the Paralympics to Your Local Makeup Aisle

Anastasia Pagonis, American Paralympic swimmer<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paralympic_swimming> who represented the United States at the 2020 Summer Paralympics<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_Summer_Paralympics> and is a world record<https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_IPC_world_records_in_swimming_%E2%80%93_Women%27s_long_course> and American record <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_United_States_records_in_swimming> holder within the sport.

5:30 p.m. TO 5:40 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

5:40 p.m.
ADJOURN BURNING BRIGHT - ARDIENDO BRILLANTE SESSION I

                FRIDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 25, 2024

7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
UNSEEN MOVIE SCREENING AND Q&A
Littleton A & B

Set Hernandez, Director/Producer Unseen
Co-Founder, Undocumented Filmmakers Collective<http://www.undocufilmmakers.org>

Pedro Navarro, whose journey to become a social worker while being blind and an undocumented migrant is the story behind Unseen

8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
SALSA DANCING AND FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Park Salons C & D

SATURDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 26, 2024

8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
REGISTRATION
Park Ridge Ballroom Foyer

8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS Spotlight Showcase
Park Ridge Salons A & B

8:45 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Littleton A

Cody Bair, Chairperson

(Note: This is the only closed meeting of the convention.  Only appointed representatives from chapters and divisions are permitted to be in attendance.)

BURNING BRIGHT - ARDIENDO BRILLANTE
SESSION II
AND LUNCHEON
PARK RIDGE BALLROOM SALONS C & D
9:45 A.M. TO 2:40 P.M.

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9:45 a.m.
LET'S GET STARTED

Jessica Beecham, President
NFB of Colorado
Denver, Colorado

FIVE ALARM AUCTION

9:50 a.m. to 10:20 a.m.
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF COLORADO BURNING BRIGHT: A Presidential Report

Jessica Beecham, President
NFB of Colorado
Denver, Colorado

10:20 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.
BLAZING THE WAY WITH INDEPENDENCE AND CONFIDENCE - ABRIENDO EL CAMINO: A Report from our Colorado Center for the Blind

Julie Deden, Executive Director
Colorado Center for the Blind
Littleton, Colorado

10:50 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
DANCING FLAMES - LLAMAS DANZANTES: Zumba and Cardio Dance for All

Maureen Nietfeld, Certified Zumba Instructor
Littleton, Colorado

11:20 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
FORGED IN FIRE - FORJADO EN FUEGO: Shaping Diversity Through Film

Set Hernandez, Director/Producer of Unseen and
Co-Founder, Undocumented Filmmakers Collective<http://www.undocufilmmakers.org>

Pedro Navarro, whose journey to become a social worker while being blind and an undocumented migrant is the story behind Unseen.

12:00 p.m. to 12:05 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

12:05 p.m.
LUNCHEON

Today's luncheon will be broccoli cheddar soup, a grilled chicken salad with vegetables and caramel vanilla cake for dessert.

12:05 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
MY BLINDNESS MYSELF

1:00 p.m. to 1:10 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

1:10 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.
BURN IT DOWN - QUEMARLO; Our Struggle for Equal Access in Rideshare - A Panel Discussion

Charis Glatther, Lakewood, Colorado
Maryann Migliorelli, Boulder, Colorado
Jessica Beecham, Denver, Colorado

1:50 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
HEATING IT UP AT THE CAPITOL - CALENTÁNDOLA EN EL CAPITOLIO: Why Our Advocacy Matters and How to Get Involved


Kevan Worley
President, NFB Colorado Association of Guide Dog Users
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Dan Burke, Public Relations Specialist
Colorado Center for the Blind
Littleton, Colorado

2:30 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.
FIVE ALARM AUCTION

2:40 p.m.
ADJOURN BURNING BRIGHT - ARDIENDO BRILLANTE SESSION II

SATURDAY AFTERNOON, OCTOBER 26, 2024

3:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DROP IN ART ROOM
Centennial Dining Room

Ann Cunningham, Golden, Colorado

Ted Tahquechi and Maureen Handwerker will exhibit their artwork. We will have tactile puzzles as well as drawing and sculpting activities.  We are also going to be creating flipbook or Flip pics (FLIPPICTS) which are a fun quick way to make a very complex image.

3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
BLIND PARENTING - HANDS ON LESSONS AND REAL TALK
Littleton A

Showe Trela, Blind Parent
Centennial, Colorado

Brittany Savage, Blind Parent
President, Blind Parents Division
Littleton, Colorado

Inviting blind parents and others who are interested to learn about the tools, accessible devices and alternative techniques blind parents use raising kids...from the cradle to college.

3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
COLORADO DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION - BLIND AND LOW VISION SERVICES
(DVR/BLVS) INFORMATION AND Q&A
Littleton B

Join DVR/ BLVS staff to learn about services, hear updates and have your questions answered.

3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
ARE ABLE ACCOUNTS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Englewood

Chris Peterson, AFC® Founder and CEO, Penny Forward

Cody Bair, CPA

In this interactive session, you'll discover how ABLE accounts can protect your means-tested benefits, help fund major purchases, and even save you money on taxes-all while staying completely within legal bounds. We'll also cover the potential downsides of ABLE accounts and strategies to navigate them. Chris and Cody will also talk about blind work expenses, impairment related work expenses, and tax advantages that blind workers have access too.

3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
SENIOR DIVISION READING DEVICES SEMINAR
Lone Tree

Dale Holden
President, NFB of Colorado Seniors Division

Brian Smith of MagnaSight of the Rockies will display and demonstrate various reading device options for blind and low vision seniors. Hands-on experience may be offered.

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
INCREASE YOUR EFFICIENCY WITH GMAIL
Lone Tree

Showe Trela, Assistive Technology Specialist
Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Blind and Low Vision Services

Are you struggling with using Gmail? Would you like to become more proficient with handling your emails? We'll discuss everything from basic commands through tips for organizing and managing your messages.

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THEATRE WORKSHOP
Littleton B

Andrew Vega
Founder and Director, Mile High Community Chorale
Musical Theatre Student, MSU Denver

This informative seminar is to prepare and educate people who are blind to pursue opportunities in local theatre and inform others on how to promote open accessibility and inclusion in the performing arts.

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE JOB SEARCH: Legal rights and protections under the ADA when looking for employment

Trent Taylor, Esq.
Englewood, Colorado

This seminar will cover the basic protections of the ADA and other relevant employment statutes, for those with blindness and other disabilities as they seek employment.  What would be considered "reasonable" accommodations?  What precautionary steps might be taken in the job application and interview process?  What would constitute unreasonable discrimination?  These questions and questions from the audience, will be addressed in this seminar.

SATURDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 26, 2024

6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
PRE-BANQUET RECEPTION
Park Ridge Ballroom Salons C & D

Let's get tuned up for our Annual Banquet with a cash bar and socializing.

7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
ANNUAL BANQUET

The banquet meal will start with a Caesar salad composed of romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan, and Caesar dressing.  The salad will be followed by chicken piccata with creamy caper sauce, served with Parmesan risotto and garlic-seared spinach. Dessert will be New York style cheesecake with fresh berries and Chantilly cream.

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Master of Ceremonies, Maryann Migliorelli
President, NFB of Colorado Boulder Chapter
Boulder, Colorado

KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Ron Brown
NFB of Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana

NFB OF COLORADO 2024 SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATIONS

Cody Bair, Co-Chair
NFB of Colorado Scholarship Committee
Littleton, Colorado

Maureen Nietfeld, Co-Chair
NFB of Colorado Scholarship Committee
Centennial, Colorado

ANNUAL FUNDRAISING AUCTION
Kevan Worley, NFB of Colorado Auction Chairperson

SUNDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 27, 2024

BURNING BRIGHT - ARDIENDO BRILLANTE
SESSION III
PARK RIDGE BALLROOM SALONS C & D
9:00 A.M. TO 11:58 A.M.

9:00 a.m.
WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS

Maureen Nietfeld, Second Vice President
NFB of Colorado, Centennial, Colorado

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9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
LATINO AND BLIND: LIVED EXPERIENCES

Panel Moderator: Paul Sandoval

9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
LET'S GO BUILD THE FEDERATION: Chapter Membership Drive Ideas

10:30 a.m. to 11:57 a.m.
ALL ABOUT THE BUSINESS

NFB of Colorado Roadshow Update, Elections and Resolutions

11:58 a.m.
END SESSION III, AND ADJOURN THE CONVENTION


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