[CT-NFB] Fwd: [Nfbnet-members-list] Guide Dog Users: Social Networking while Distancing

Sat Apr 4 19:08:58 UTC 2020

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On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 2:15 PM Phillip Magalnick via CT-NFB <
ct-nfb at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Melissa, thank you for sharing this. I was hoping that our guide dog
> division would similarly host a call. Our routines have been disrupted, and
> many dogs May not be getting the work and exercise that they need. Looking
> forward to this.
>
> Respectfully,
> P.A. Magalnick,JP
> 203-912-5783
> Justice of the Peace, CT
> President, National Federation of the Blind-SWCT Chapter
> 1st VP, National Federation of the Blind-CT Affiliate
> Vice-Chair, Stamford Committee on Accessibility
>
>
>
> On Apr 2, 2020, at 1:54 PM, Melissa Carney via CT-NFB <ct-nfb at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>
> Federation family,
>
>
> If you are a guide dog user, please take note of the following news from
> nagdu.
>
> Best,
> Melissa
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> *From:* "Marion Gwizdala, President via NFBNet-Members-List" <
> nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org>
> *Date:* April 1, 2020 at 9:43:56 PM EDT
> *To:* "nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org" <nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org>
> *Subject:* *[Nfbnet-members-list] Guide Dog Users: Social Networking
> while Distancing*
> *Reply-To:* "Marion Gwizdala, President" <president at nagdu.org>
>
> 
>
> Guide Dog Users: Social Networking while Distancing
>
> Please circulate the following message as widely as appropriate.
>
>                 As we create physical distance between us as protection
> from the COVID-19 virus, the National Association of Guide Dog Users, a
> strong & proud division of the National Federation of the blind, Invites
> you to create social connections and togetherness. “Yappy Hour” is
> sponsored and hosted by the board of directors of NAGDU. Our first event
> will be a simple get-acquainted time with no topic nor agenda. In our first
> Yappy Hour, you are welcome to share with the group your favorite adult
> beverage, your original food creations, or ask a question about a dog
> training or behavior concern. In other words, its more about the humans
> whith guide dogs in their lives than about the dogs. One of our nontopics
> will be what we can do in the future. For instance, during the holidays, I
> facilitated a Zoom meeting in which I sent out an ingredient list and
> taught others how to make home-made egg nog. Maybe we can cook together!
> Anyone want to learn to make seafood lasagna?
>
>                 So, grab your device, download the Zoom Meeting app, and
> come network with guide dog users around the world! Here are the times and
> instructions!
>
> What: National Association of Guide Dog Users’ Yappy Hour
> When: Saturday, April 4
> When: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Eastern (2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Central; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
> Mountain; & 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m. Pacific).
>
> USING ZOOM
> Although traditional conference call dialing is available, we recommend
> using the free Zoom app for the best audio quality and functionality. The
> app is easy to use and is available on iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows, and
> Mac.
> If you don't already have the app installed, you will be prompted to do so
> when activating the below Zoom link. Installing the app ahead of time will
> give you the opportunity to customize it to your preference.
>
> JOINING NAGDU MEETINGS
> There are now three ways to join NAGDU meetings:
> From any computer or Smart device, activate the following link and follow
> the instructions:
> https://zoom.us/j/8136262789
>
> You will need a microphone on your computer in order to have your voice
> heard in the cloud!
> 2.       Tap one of these links from any smart phone:
> +16699006833,,8136262789# or
> +14086380968,,8136262789#
> You can also add one of these numbers to your contacts list so you can use
> them for future meetings!
>
>
> 3. Manually call by dialing either (669) 900-6833 or (408) 638-0968, then
> entering the ID 8136262789.
>
> ZOOM COMMANDS
> The following are a few commands which can be used during the meeting
> based on how you joined.
> 1. Telephone: *6 to mute or unmute. *9 to raise your hand.
> 2. Windows: ALT+A to mute or unmute. ALT+Y to raise your hand.
> 3. Mac: CMD+SHIFT+A to mute or unmute. OPTION+Y to raise your hand.
> 4. Activate this link for a full list of commands from either Windows or
> Mac:
> https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/205683899-Hot-Keys-and-Keyboard-Shortcuts-for-Zoom
>
>
>
>
>
> Marion Gwizdala, President
> National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)
> National Federation of the Blind
> (813) 626-2789
> President at NAGDU.ORG
> Visit our website <http://nagdu.org/>
> Follow us on Twitter <http://twitter.com/nagdu>
>
> The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
> characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise
> expectations because low expectations create barriers between blind  people
> and our dreams. You can live the life you want! Blindness is not what holds
> you back.
>
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