[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]
iCantCU Podcast
Apple Podcasts [4] | Spotify [5] | Watch on YouTube [6]
Support The Podcast When You Shop
Amazon [7]
Connect with me:
Twitter [8] | Instagram [9] | LinkedIn [10] | Facebook [11]
My Other Show: White Canes Connect
Apple Podcasts [12] | Spotify [13] | YouTube [14]
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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