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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Good evening fellow Connecticutians!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Happy October; and I hope you all are doing well.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This year, I guarantee that you will not want to miss our 44<sup>th</sup> annual State Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Connecticut! This incredible weekend will be held from November 6-8 in New London, CT at the Holiday Inn.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>With Ever Lee Hairston as our national representative, our founding Merchants Division meeting taking place, and a Legislative Leadership Workshop being held by a joint effort between our affiliate and the National Association of Blind Students, this is a weekend that will never be forgotten.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This year, we are having a Career Fair on Friday afternoon, a family-style dinner Friday night, and lots of entertainment! Once the Convention adjourns at noon on Sunday, our affiliate members and leaders are taking a trip to Mistic Aquarium for a tour and lunch.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If all of this doesn’t convince you enough, then maybe the countless food options will. For our banquet dinner, we have the choice of prime rib, veggie lasagna, or stuffed chicken!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>When registering, please indicate your status (student, veteran, guide dog user, etc.) in order for us to accommodate you best and for you to enjoy all of the fabulous meetings planned!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>If you are in need of a roommate, let us know and we will do our best to match you up. Room rates are $89, but book your room fast since reservations are filling fast!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>To register for our 44<sup>th</sup> annual State Convention, visit:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-state-convention-of-the-national-federation-of-the-blind-of-connecticut-registration-18808391405?ref=enivtefor001&invite=ODUzMDkyNC9jdC1uZmJAbmZibmV0Lm9yZy8w&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&ref=enivtefor001&utm_term=attend">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-state-convention-of-the-national-federation-of-the-blind-of-connecticut-registration-18808391405?ref=enivtefor001&invite=ODUzMDkyNC9jdC1uZmJAbmZibmV0Lm9yZy8w&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&ref=enivtefor001&utm_term=attend</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Live the Life You Want,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Kate Webster<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Board Member | NFB of CT<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Convention Committee member<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Treasurer | CT Student Division<o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>