[CT-NFB] Fwd: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events

Wed Jun 10 23:41:18 UTC 2020

Activities from Virginia.

Maryanne Melley
President 
National Federation of
the Blind of Connecticut 

“Live the life you want”

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> From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
> Date: June 10, 2020 at 5:30:48 PM EDT
> To: Maryanne Melley <mvcmelley at gmail.com>
> Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
> Reply-To: "National Federation of the Blind" <webmaster at nfb.org>
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> Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings
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> The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect and protect blind people through our nationwide network. The following virtual gatherings are open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below. This list can be found at nfb.org/COVID19, and virtual events will also be posted throughout the week to the NFB-Announce listserv.
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> Reminder: Friday, June 12 at 8:00 p.m. EDT--Black Leaders Serving for Advancement
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> Sponsored by Committee of Diversity and Inclusion and open to all, please join this dialog with African-American leaders in the National Federation of the Blind. There will be fun, door prizes, and conversation!
> Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
> One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
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> Monday, June 15
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this time for learning and doing yoga exercises, breathing techniques, and meditations. It will be a time for everyone to let go of their stress and frustration. The immune system is proven to work more optimally under little to no stress.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888
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> 2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of your blind children, and more. Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her at: vp2 at nfbp.org.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss your favorite books, what you are currently reading, and books that others recommend. Marsha will also try to have blind authors as special guests each week.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk
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> Sponsored by NFB of California, explore all that your smart phone can do for you. Questions can include, but are not limited to, using the Zoom app, sending text messages, downloading content, and anything else you can think of. You can email questions ahead of time to rkcole72984 at gmail.com.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
> Password: 009343
> One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#
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> Tuesday, June 16
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we read and discuss another great Kernel Book story.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> Wednesday, June 17
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> 10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors
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> Sponsored by the NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss the effects that social distancing is having on each of us during this coronavirus.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, we will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises to boost our immune systems and health.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of blind children, and our NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)® programs scheduled for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and anyone interested in the topics of legislation, parenting, and education are encouraged to join us. Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her at: vp2 at nfbp.org.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers
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> Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on your progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
> Password: 071615
> One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences with the Amazon Echo. Do you have a favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with others? Get the news, schedule a ride, or control your home.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My!
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate iOS devices using Voice Over. We will explore helpful built-in features and apps.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about blindness training, independence, and vocational rehabilitation from Lynn Heitz and her special guest.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> Thursday, June 18
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we read and discuss another great Kernel Book story.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about the most helpful apps. If you have suggestions for apps to be featured please email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 9:00 p.m. EDT | Your Journey Through Blindness
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> Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, whether you are recently blind or have been blind all your life, and no matter your level of sight, come and share how you make your journey through life as a blind person.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,, 7148529230#
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> Friday, June 19
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care of our mental and emotional health with brief workouts and stretching exercises.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour
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> Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> Saturday, June 20
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> 7:00 p.m. EDT | Ladies Social Night
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> Sponsored by NFB of Virginia, come all ye foodies! Let’s talk about your favorite recipes, restaurants, comfort foods, appetizers, desserts, the whole gamut. It’s a food night!
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> Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
> One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#
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> Join a Zoom Meeting
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> To join a Zoom meeting via web or phone, click on the following Zoom link, dial the appropriate phone number, or hit one-tap mobile, and add the corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you are joining. For an accessible tutorial of the Zoom platform, access the audiobook, Meet Me in the Cloud.
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> https://zoom.us/j
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> Dial by Your Location
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> Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab3E5IUcW
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> Share and Support
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> Share upcoming Federation virtual meetings to communicationsteam at nfb.org and nfb-announce at nfbnet.org.
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> If you know of a blind person who is facing adversity because of COVID-19 please email nfb at nfb.org.
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> Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with a donation today. Your gifts continue to work during this time of uncertainty. Thank you for your support!
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> Deadline June 15: Register for National Convention
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> Tuesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 18, 2020 | Anywhere & Everywhere. Plan to attend the largest gathering of blind people in the world. Deadline to register is June 15. Register for national convention today!
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