[KeyStoneChapter] Federation Focus for the Week of October 6

David B. Goldstein david at iCantCU.com
Mon Oct 6 19:02:48 UTC 2025


Watch this week's Federation Focus video at https://youtu.be/ff3OpYuIlgs 
for all the updates you need for the week of October 6! It's a busy one 
-- starting with the State Convention Planning Meeting on Monday night, 
followed by Saturday's Keystone Chapter meeting at the Penn Museum 
(donuts included!) and the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter meeting at 
Applebee's in Bethlehem. David shares key reminders about the 2025 NFB 
of PA State Convention in Harrisburg, room block deadlines, and exciting 
news about sponsors and auction items. Plus, learn about upcoming 
fundraisers like the PABM Holiday Party, the POBP Parent Seminar on 
October 18, and the incredible free resource, NFB-NEWSLINE.

Scroll down for all the links!

NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg from November 13 - November 16

Registration is open for State Convention! Register at 
https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/. Check out the meals at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/. Learn more and 
get other important links and phone numbers at 
https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/. You can make hotel 
reservations at the Best Western Premier by calling (717) 561-2800. If 
you have a product or service you want to promote at our convention 
register for the Exhibit Hall at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall. 
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Learn how you can support our 
affiliate at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities.

Senior Possibilities Fair

Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the 
Best Western Premier in Harrisburg for the Senior Possibilities Fair. 
For just $20 (including continental breakfast), older adults 
experiencing vision loss can explore hands-on exhibits, hear from expert 
speakers, and discover adaptive tools and resources that promote 
independence. Vision loss doesn't mean giving up your life--learn how 
the right training and technology can help you stay confident, 
independent, and thriving. Learn more and register at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/discover-independence-senior-possibilities-fair.

Blind Parents Seminar

Save the date! Celebrate Blind Equality Achievement Month with the 
Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents! Join us on Saturday, October 
18, 2025, from 7-8:30 PM ET on Zoom for a free, empowering seminar 
featuring blind parents sharing real stories, strategies, and insights 
on family life. From cooking and transportation hacks to navigating 
schoolwork and conversations about blindness, you'll leave inspired and 
connected to a vibrant community. Everyone is welcome--parents, allies, 
and supporters alike!

Meetings

Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 8:00 PM
State Convention Planning Meeting
Via Zoom

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09

One Tap Mobile
+16468769923,,93740003678#

Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 10:15 AM

Keystone Chapter Meeting
In person at the Penn Museum
3260 South Street in Philadelphia
Join Zoom Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91072715893?pwd=MG8zRGlmWmNDblV5VXJpVGFOT2orUT09
One tap mobile

+16469313860,,91072715893#

Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 1:00 PM

Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter Meeting
: In-person:
Applebee's
3730 Nazareth Pike
Bethlehem, PA 18020

Conference call:
(605) 475-4000 Circle mod

Security code: 408007#

Fundraisers

PA Association of Blind Merchants Holiday Party

The PABM invites you to the 2025 Holiday Networking Party and Fundraiser 
on December 6 from 5 PM to 10 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton at 
Philadelphia Airport. Enjoy food, music, our interactive auction, and 
basket raffles. Learn more and register at 
https://pablindmerchants.org/holiday-party/registration/.

Capital Chapter Panera e-Gift Card Fundraiser

The Capital Chapter still has a limited number of $25 Panera e-gift 
cards available--grab one while they last! It's an easy way to support 
the chapter and treat yourself (or someone else) to something delicious. 
Purchase yours today at: 
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA [1]. Every 
card sold helps fuel the chapter's work--thank you for your support!

White Canes Connect

In Episode 145 of _White Canes Connect_, Lisa Bryant  and David 
Goldstein  welcome Patrick Long and Bryan Vuong, co-founders of 
InnoSearch.ai, a groundbreaking platform making online shopping 
accessible for blind and low-vision users. They built InnoSearch to 
serve as an accessibility layer--streamlined, screen-reader friendly, 
and simple to use. Beyond shopping, InnoSearch now offers flight booking 
and is expanding into food and grocery delivery. Users can shop online 
or by calling 1-855-746-7478 (1-855-SHOP-GPT), making the service 
accessible even without internet.

Find this episode at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innosearch-ai-redefining-accessible-online-shopping/id1592248709?i=1000728863984

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mzk18U3YC45U9ib9Rkw9e

YouTube

https://youtu.be/YMhx8hMSThI?si=0GLJaEW8kdPu554X

White Canes Connect Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/145/

White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists

Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts 
on FeedSpot! Check out the list at 
https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/.

White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a 
look: 
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b 
[2]

NFB-NEWSLINE(R)

Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline. 
Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.

Braille Monitor

The Braille Monitor is the NFB's flagship publication. Learn more about 
it at https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor.

Independence Market Online

The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product 
offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/.

Regards,
David
-- 
David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com
   (610) 715-5020 mobile
www.iCantCU.com [3]
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Support The Podcast When You Shop
Amazon [7]
Connect with me:
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My Other Show: White Canes Connect
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Links:
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[1] https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA
[2] 
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
[3] http://www.iCantCU.com
[4] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370
[5] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2
[6] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/
[7] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon
[8] https://twitter.com/davidbenj
[9] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/
[10] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj
[11] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj
[12] 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709
[13] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI
[14] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast
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