<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:small"><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Hello
everybody!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Welcome to
our May 2024 monthly Digest: a monthly newsletter of the National Federation of
the Blind of Pennsylvania!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The events
and information listed below will be within the National Federation of the
Blind of Pennsylvania as well as any pertinent information from the National
Federation of the Blind and the Pennsylvania blind community.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">If you or
anyone you know have any upcoming events or information that can pertain to the
blind community in Pennsylvania, please send them to Stacie Leap at <a href="mailto:nfb.stacie@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">nfb.stacie@gmail.com</span></a>
by the 27th of the month so it can be added to our calendar for the
following month. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">For those
using screen readers, you can use your heading navigations to skip around the
email.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h1 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:12pt 0in 0in;font-size:16pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Volume 2, Issue 4</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">A Message from our State Affiliate President</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Hello
Fellow Federationists!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">There is a
lot to share. First, the PA Rehab. Council meeting will be held May
8th at the Harrisburg Hilton from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. All are invited
to attend and give Public Comment at the end of the meeting.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We will be
having a Resource Table at the PA Lions Convention May 16 to 18. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A lot of
our Federation family members are doing great things! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Congratulations
to Tim McCarthy and Rachael Hudson for being elected President and Vice
President of the Capital Chapter.<span style="color:initial"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Congratulations
to Brian Mackey for being elected President of the Greater Berks Chapter. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Congratulations
to Chris Westbrook for his appointment to the PA Deaf Blind Advisory Committee
which will advise the PA Department of Special Education.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Finally,
congratulations to Yvonne Hughes being selected as the Citizen of the Week in
Philly Citizen. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Registration
is open for the NFB National Convention until May 31. Don’t wait until
you get to Orlando to register or you will pay more!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Several
nights are sold out at the Rosen Center Hotel. Rooms are available at the
same rate for all the days of the convention at the Rosen Shingle Creek and the
Rosen Plaza. National is arranging for a shuttle to get people from the
overflow hotels to the Rosen Center. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Looking
forward to seeing you in Orlando!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Sincerely,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Lynn Heitz</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">President,
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="mailto:president@NFBOfPA.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">president@NFBOfPA.org</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Google Calendar Links</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania also has a Google Calendar
that can be viewed either through the web or subscribed to your calendar apps.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You can <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/embed?src=7jgal0nrodbmg61a8aar0o3i2g%40group.calendar.google.com&ctz=America%2FNew_York" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">View our Google Calendar</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However, if
you wish to subscribe to the calendar and get the events on your calendar apps,
please <a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/7jgal0nrodbmg61a8aar0o3i2g%40group.calendar.google.com/public/basic.ics" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Subscribe</span></a> and go through the steps to
subscribe:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Member Spotlight: Kirk Hunger </span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Each month,
we will highlight someone within our affiliate. The goal is to allow us to
learn about other members within the affiliate. We hope you enjoy this little
spotlight!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Kirk Hunger
serves as a Board of Director for our state affiliate. He lives in Allentown,
and is one of the founding members of the Greater Lehigh Chapter and served as
their President for many years. He is a graduate of the Colorado Center for the
Blind (CCB). He is also a part of the Business Enterprise Program (BEP). A very
talented entrepreneur, he had many vending locations and currently is in the
Northeast Philadelphia Postal Distribution Center. He is very
passionate about fundraising and has a wealth of knowledge to talk about. If
you ever get a chance to meet him at a state convention, do not forget to say,
“Hello!”</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Calendar of Events</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
following events are also on our Google calendar with the Zoom information or
meeting location. If anyone within a chapter, division, or group see any errors
or misinformation, please contact Stacie Leap at <a href="mailto:nfb.stacie@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">nfb.stacie@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The below
information is correct as of the first week of the month. The information is
most up-to-date on the Google Calendar so please check back periodically to
ensure the right information.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Coffee with the State President and Board</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This
monthly discussion meeting brings everybody together to get to know the state
affiliate board members and the happenings within the state’s divisions,
chapters, and advocacy efforts. This meeting is typically held the 1st
Wednesday of the month. For more information, please contact State President
Lynn Heitz at <a href="mailto:president@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">president@nfbofpa.org</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Wednesday,
May 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Jigsaw Chapter monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who do not have a local chapter in their geographical area.
This is our at-large chapter Meetings This meeting is typically held on the 1st
Saturday of the month. For more information, please contact Chapter President
David Miller at <a href="mailto:David.miller@zoominternet.net" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">David.miller@zoominternet.net</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 4, 2024 at 10 AM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants
(PABM) Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who are or wish to be involved with the Business Enterprise
Program, entrepreneurship, and their supporters. This meeting is typically held
on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. For more information, please contact
Division President Pamela Baquero at <a href="mailto:oneblindhippie@yahoo.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">oneblindhippie@yahoo.com</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Wednesday,
May 8, 2024 at 6 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania.
This includes Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and the surrounding areas.
This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. For more
information, please contact Chapter President Cheryl Frazier at
<a href="mailto:cherylnfrazier@yahoo.com">cherylnfrazier@yahoo.com</a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 11, 2024 at 10 AM ET. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Denny's
(1871 Catasauqua Road, Allentown, PA)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Keystone Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Philadelphia area. This is one of two
local chapters in the Greater Philadelphia area. The other chapter is the
Greater Philadelphia Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd
Saturday of the month. For more information, please contact Chapter President
Harriet Go at <a href="mailto:goharriet00@hotmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">goharriet00@hotmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 11, 2024 at 10:15AM ET, both in-person and zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Penn Museum
(3620 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104) </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Happy Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A monthly
meeting for those who live in or surrounding State College, Pennsylvania.
This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Saturday of the month. For more
information, please contact Chapter President Michelle McManus at
<a href="mailto:michelleandremy@gmail.com">michelleandremy@gmail.com</a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 11, 2024 at 1 PM ET. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> Webster’s
Bookstore & Café (133 East Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind
Children Quarterly Meeting </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a meeting
for parents of blind children and their supporters This meeting is typically
held quarterly. For more information, please contact Division President Emily
Gindlesperger at <a href="mailto:vp2@nfbp.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">vp2@nfbp.org</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Monday, May
13, 2024 at 12 PM ET via Zoom.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Topic:
Adjusting to Reality </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Presenter:
Lynn Heitz </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Deaf Blind Division Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who consider themselves to be Deaf Blind and their
supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 2nd Monday of the month. For
more information, please contact Division President Chris Westbrook at
<a href="mailto:westbchris@gmail.com">westbchris@gmail.com</a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Monday, May
13, 2024 at 6 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Pittsburgh Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Pittsburgh area. This meeting is
typically held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. For more information, please
contact Chapter Revitalizing Team Members Emily Gindlesperger at <a href="mailto:vp2@nfbp.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">vp2@nfbp.org</span></a>
or Denice Brown at <a name="_Hlk152591630"></a><a href="mailto:dbrown8827@aol.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">dbrown8827@aol.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Wednesday,
May 15, 2024 at 7 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Capital Area Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Harrisburg area. This meeting is
typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. For More Information,
please contact Chapter President Timothy McCarthy at <a href="mailto:thmccarthy@icloud.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">thmccarthy@icloud.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 18, 2024 at 10 AM ET. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Tony
Morrero’s (1723 Green Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Greater Berks Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">A monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Berks County of Pennsylvania This
meeting is typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. For more
information, please contact Chapter President Brian Mackey at <a href="mailto:bmackey88@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">bmackey88@gmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 18, 2024 at 10 AM ET. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> West
Lawn Wyomissing Hills Library (101 Woodside Avenue, West Lawn, PA 19609)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Greater Philadelphia Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who live in the Greater Philadelphia area. This is one of two
local chapters in the Greater Philadelphia area. The other chapter is the
Keystone Chapter. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Saturday of the
month. For more information, please contact Chapter President Denice Brown at <a href="mailto:dbrown8827@aol.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">dbrown8827@aol.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Note: For
May 2024, the chapter has moved their monthly meeting to the third Saturday of
the month since the fourth Saturday of May is the start of Memorial Day
weekend. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 18, 2024 at 10 AM ET</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> Park
Towers Apartment (4001 Conshohocken Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131) </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Erie County Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who live in Erie County Pennsylvania. This meeting is
typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. For more information, please
contact Connie Scheu at <a href="mailto:conniej1250@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">conniej1250@gmail.com</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 18, 2024 at 2 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Blind Parents Group Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for blind parents, grandparents, and their supporters This meeting is
typically held on the 3rd Saturday of the month. For more information, please
contact Group Chair Stacie Leap at <a href="mailto:Stacie.leap@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Stacie.leap@gmail.com</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 18, 2024 at 7 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Blind Seniors Group Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who are seniors or almost seniors as well as their
supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
For more information, please contact Group Chair Connie Scheu at <a href="mailto:conniej1250@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">conniej1250@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Wednesday,
May 22, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Brandywine Valley Chapter Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who live in the Brandywine Valley area of PA. This meeting is
typically held on the 4th Saturday of the month. For more information, please
contact Chapter President Lynn Heitz at <a href="mailto:president@nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">president@nfbofpa.org</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 25, 2024 at 10 AM ET</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users
(PAGDU) Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for those who have or are considering getting a guide dog as well as
their supporters. This meeting is typically held on the 4th Saturday of the
month. For more information, please contact Division President Becca Weber
at <a href="mailto:weberbecca630@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">weberbecca630@gmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Saturday,
May 25, 2024 at 4 pm ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Pennsylvania Association of Blind Students
(PABS) Monthly Meeting</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">a monthly
meeting for blind students of all ages and their supporters. This meeting is
typically held on the 4th Monday of the month. For more information, please
contact Division President Simon Bonenfant at <a href="mailto:sbonenfant2@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">sbonenfant2@gmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Monday, May
27, 2024 at 7 PM ET via Zoom. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">White Canes Connect Podcast</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Did you
know that the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania has a podcast?
It is hosted by members David Goldstein and Lisa Bryant as well as some guest
hosts. It features interviews with our PA members as well as interviews and
resources for the blind community. The monthly digest is also on the podcast
for those who wish to hear a human’s voice instead of a screen reader. You can
listen to it wherever you listen to podcasts.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Listen
on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Apple Podcasts</span></a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Spotify</span></a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/White-Canes-Connect/dp/B08K5B6683/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=white+canes+connect&qid=1636149501&qsid=139-0343126-3565115&s=audible&sr=1-1&sres=B08K5B6683,B07P88N4RS,B008U2QT28,B00MFS7BT8&srpt=WALKING_STICK" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Amazon Music</span></a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-white-canes-connect-89603482/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">IHeartRadio</span></a>, and
on <a href="https://www.twitter.com/pablindpodcast" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Twitter @PABlindPodcast</span></a>. Contact White Canes
Connect at <a href="mailto:whitecanesconnect@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">whitecanesconnect@gmail.com</span></a> if you have any show ideas or
wish to be on the podcast.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">State Convention 2024 </span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The 2024
Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania will be held
November 7 through 10, 2024, at the Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center
in Erie, PA.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Ambassador
Banquet & Conference Center</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">7794 Peach
Street</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Erie, PA
16509</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Hotel Information </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Although
registration is not up, you can still book your hotel stay! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You can
choose your hotel room at four different locations: </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">1. Hilton
Garden Inn Erie</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">2225 Downs
Drive</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Erie, PA
16509</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">(814)
866-1390</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Room
Rate: $109.00 plus tax</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">2.
Courtyard Erie</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">7792 Peach
Street</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Erie, PA
16509</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">(814)
860-8300</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Room
Rate: $109.00 plus tax</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">3. Holiday
Inn Express & Suites Erie</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">8101 Peach
Street</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Erie, PA
16509</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">(814)
217-1100</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Room
Rate: $99.00 plus tax</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">4. Country
Inn & Suites Erie</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">8050 Peach
Street</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Erie, PA
16509</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">(814)
866-5544</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Room
Rate: $99.00 plus tax</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Charter Bus to State Convention </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">There will
be a charter bus picking up convention attendees and taking them to the State
Convention in Erie, PA. The bus route will start in Philadelphia and travel to
Allentown and State College before heading to Erie. The bus will leave early
Wednesday morning to head to the convention and will leave Sunday afternoon to
return home. A nonrefundable deposit of $25 is required for all who want to
take the bus. This deposit needs to be made to your chapter or division
treasurer by May 5, 2024. The total price of the tickets are $120 round trip
regardless of age. Further details on when the remaining balance is due
will be sent out as information is received </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Discriminatory Driver’s License Requirements in
Job Applications:</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Many
employers illegally require driver’s licenses in job applications when driving
is not an essential function of the job. To combat this, the Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission (EEOC) needs as many charges of discrimination as
possible before they can file suit on behalf of blind people. Federal law requires
that we file a charge of discrimination with the EEOC before any further action
can be taken. If you have been discriminated against in this manner, please
contact the EEOC. To start the process, you can schedule your intake interview
with the EEOC at <a href="https://publicportal.eeoc.gov/Scheduling/logi" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">https://publicportal.eeoc.gov/Scheduling/logi</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Please
contact our legal program coordinator, Sanho Steele-Louchart, with any
questions. Sanho can be reached at <a href="mailto:legal@nfb.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">legal@nfb.org</span></a> and at 410-659-9314,
extension 2440.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Shout-Outs and Announcements!</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Birthday Wishes</span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania would like to wish all those
who were born in May a very happy birthday! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">I Love This Bar: Piano Versus Guitar!: Piano Bar
2024 – Thank You!!</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
Pennsylvania Organization of Parents of Blind Children (PAOPBC) would like to
extend their gratitude to those who supported their annual Piano Bar
fundraiser! It was a huge success and they raised over $500!!! Proceeds go to
helping the division advocate for blind children and assist the parents where
necessary! Thanks!!!!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Greater Philly Chapter’s Bake Sale & Auction
– A Success! </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Greater
Philadelphia Chapter had a wonderful turnout for their bake sale/auction.
Please see below for a message from Chapter President, Denice Brown: </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">"Dear
members,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Congratulations
to our fundraising chairperson Marva Hall and her committee for a very
successful Bake sale/auction fundraiser. Thank you to all of you who donated,
or volunteered for this event. Please thank any family members, or
friends who assisted us in making this event successful.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We had a
large variety of baked goods, white elephant table items, and auction items. <span style="color:initial">Again, let me express my gratitude for this successful
team effort. Our efforts today will help us to continue Our work in assisting
the blind community.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Sincerely,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Denice
Brown” </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Braille Carnival Event for Saint Lucy School for
Children with Visual Impairments </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Members of
our Keystone Chapter went to Saint Lucy School for Children with Visual
Impairments to host a Braille Carnival! The entire school was invited and
both students and our members had a wonderful time. Activities at the event
included: Braille bingo, Braille Twister, Blackjack, and Storytime. The
Keystone Chapter wants to thank all who supported this event!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Congratulations to Yvonne Hughes! </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The state
affiliate would like to congratulate Greater Philadelphia Chapter member Yvonne
Hughes for being recognized as Philly Citizen’s Citizen of the Week. Please
check out the <a href="https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/citizen-of-the-week-yvonne-hughes/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Philly Citizen article</span></a> that was written by
Keystone Chapter member Lisa Bryant. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Congratulations to the Capital Chapter on their
newly elected board!</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Timothy
McCarthy has been elected to the position of President of the Capital Chapter
which serves the Greater Harrisburg area. He stepped up to the position after
being their Vice President for years! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Rachael
Hudson has been elected Vice President of the Capital Chapter. We are excited
to hear many great things from the Capital Chapter! We look forward to your
continuous leadership and advocacy for the blindness community! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Congratulations to Lisa Bryant </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We would
like to extend our congratulations to Keystone Chapter 2<sup>nd</sup> Vice
President Lisa Bryant! She is a board member for PATF which stands for the
Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation. Please read more about her
insight and experiences on the <a href="https://patf.us/blog/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">PATF blog</span></a>!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Congratulations to Chris Westbrook! </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We want to
congratulate Chris Westbrook (President of the Deaf Blind Division) on his new
role within the PA Deaf Blind advisory Committee which advises the department
of special education. Chris wishes to thank Patti for the recommendation!
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Prayers & Positive Thoughts to Sadie’s
Mother</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Please keep
Sadie’s mother in your thoughts and prayers. Sadie is a member of our Capital
Area Chapter. Please see below for a message from Sadie on April 30, 2024
concerning her mother’s cancer treatment:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">“Good
morning Federation family. It’s been a while since I’ve written to you, but I
wanted to give you an update on my mom and her cancer journey. Praise God, we
have finished treatment at the James Cancer Center in Columbus. Despite being
sore, and the occasional issue with positioning or gas bubbles, she finished
treatment successfully. She is very sore and worn out.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">However,
things took a turn last night. We were told very clearly that if she spiked a
temperature above 100.4°, that she needed to call the care team immediately and
report to a local emergency room. This happened last night. She spiked a fever,
called the care team, and was instructed to get to the James cancer center
emergency room as quickly as possible. At midnight, I got a text that she was
being admitted. Her temperature at the hospital was normal, but they wanted to
make sure it would stay that way. We are unsure of what caused the temperature.
Spike, most likely low white blood cell count, but they want to keep her most
likely until tomorrow to rule out UTIs and any other infections. Prayers
are appreciated.”</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Congratulations to Sadie McFarland!</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Sadie is
graduating from Messiah University!!!! Congratulations on this amazing
accomplishment!!!!,She would like to invite those local to Central Pennsylvania
to attend her graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 11, at 10 AM at Starry
athletic field at Messiah University. She will be in the department of business
group. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="margin:2pt 0in 0in;line-height:107%;break-after:avoid;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal">Rest in Peace Mary Byron<span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Note:
Apologies for not adding this sad news to our NFB community aooner. The
following message was sent out in January 2024 on the Greater Philly listserv.</span><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">“It
is with a heavy heart that I must inform you of the passing of one of our long
time members Mary Byron. Mary Byron passed away on June 9, 2023.</span><br style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">
We had been trying to get in contact with her by using her emergency contact.
After our efforts kept failing, I decided to search obituaries. I unfortunately
found <a href="https://www.brucehawkinsfuneralhome.com/obituary/Mary-Byron" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Mary’s obituary</span></a>.<br style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">
In January of 2023 we celebrated Mary for having over 40 years of service to
the Greater Philadelphia Chapter. She had served the chapter as secretary,
board member, and as a member of the fundraising and calling committees. Mary
Byron also attended national and state conventions, along with the Washington
Seminar.<br style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">
Please keep Mary’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers. Her
contribution to our chapter, and the NFB are noted with distinction.<br style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">
Sorrowfully submitted,<br style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">
Denice Brown”</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Fundraisers</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Blind Parents Group T-Shirts Fundraiser</span></b></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
t-shirts come in either black with white letterings or white with black
letterings. Both shirts say “I Support #BlindParents” with the NFB of PA Logo
and “Blind Parents Group” at the bottom. Funds raised will start a financial
fund to assist blind or visually impaired parents and their family through
financial life hardships. To purchase a t-shirt, please contact Stacie Leap at <a href="mailto:nfb.stacie@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">nfb.stacie@gmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s Double Good
Popcorn Sale</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Greater
Philadelphia Chapter is holding another popcorn fundraiser through Double Good.
Sales start Friday, May 3, 2024 at 12 PM ET until Tuesday, May 6, 2024 at 12 PM
ET. Many members of the chapter will host a popcorn store so you can make
your purchases. Please look out for an email or text message from the Chapter
members!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Keystone Chapter T-Shirts </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
Keystone Chapter is planning to sell their 2024 t-shirts! IT is a red t-shirt
with the NFB of PA’s Keystone Chapter logo. T-shirts prices are the following:
small to XL are $20 and sizes 2XL to 4XL are $25. For more information, please
contact Keystone Chapter Treasurer David Goldstein at <a href="mailto:david@icantcu.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">david@icantcu.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Dancing in the Dark! Dancing in the Light! </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Greater
Lehigh Chapter joyously invite you to a night of dancing, fun, and
enlightenment! Attend their 5th Annual Fundraiser, "Dancing in the Dark,
Dancing in the Light"</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Friday, October 11, 2024 </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Cocktails
begin at 5PM </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Location:
Bethlehem Hotel (437 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA) </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Price: $85 </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">For more
information, please contact Jennie Jones at (908) 391-8375</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">SAVE THE DATE: Believe You Can2024</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
Keystone Chapter is having their annual fundraiser: Believe You Can! on
Saturday, December7, 2024 via Zoom. For more information, please contact <a href="mailto:believeyoucanshow@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">believeyoucanshow@gmail.com</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Panera Bread Fundraiser – hosted by the Capital
Chapter </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Capital
Chapter has $25 gift cards from Panera Bread for sale. Funds raised will
benefit the chapter in logistical and outreach efforts. For more information,
please contact Chapter President, Timothy McCarthy at <a href="mailto:thmccarthy@icloud.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">thmccarthy@icloud.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">Other External Events </span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The below
events are not a part of the National Federation of the Blind or the National
Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania; however, we feel that it might benefit
the Pennsylvania blind community. If you have an event that you want to
add to this newsletter, please send it to Stacie Leap at <a href="mailto:nfb.stacie@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">nfb.stacie@gmail.com</span></a>
by the 27th of the month so it can be placed in the following month’s digest. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Support Quitrina Townes at the Walk MS
Philadelphia </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Chapter Board Member Quitrina Townes has formed a team for the
Walk MS Philadelphia! The event will be on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Art
Museum. If you are available, please join her team, “Team Trina”, and support
by walking with her and other people! Register for the <a href="https://events.nationalmssociety.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1820" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Walk MS Philadelphia</span></a> ASAP! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">The Blind Social Club: "The May
Social"</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Chapter member Simone Cooper is hosting a luncheon under her
group, “Blind Social Group.”</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Blind
Social Club is a group for blind and visually impaired adults to come together
to socialize with their peers and engage in various activities This month we
will be heading over to Bar Bombón, an authentic Puerto Rican plant-based
restaurant. Their proteins are "made with non-GMO soy and organic
grains" and the meals are "fresh and made-to-order."</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">PLEASE
NOTE: There is a $37 food order minimum per person and a 20% gratuity will be
added to each person's final bill. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Thursday, May 30, 2024</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Time:
12:30p.m. - 2:30p.m. (restaurant opens at 11:30a.m.)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Where: Bar
Bombón located at 133 South 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">RSVP: By
Wednesday, May 22 at 5:00pm</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Restaurant
Menu: <a href="https://order.toasttab.com/online/barbombon">https://order.toasttab.com/online/barbombon</a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">If you have
any questions, please contact Simone at 215-868-4292</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">WHFAP Speaker Series: I See You…Caregiver </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Board Member Lyvette Byrd is hosting a speaker series under her
organization, Women Healed For A Purpose. It runs monthly on the 1st Saturday
via Zoom. Here is more information for the May event: </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Saturday, May 4, 2024 </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Time: 10:30
AM to 12:30 PM ET. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Presenter:
Jean Kirkley from Bloomers Are Heroes, Inc. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">To register
for the event, please visit their <a href="http://www.womenhealed4apurpose.org/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">WHFAP website</span></a>. For more information, please
contact Lyvette Byrd at <a href="mailto:forthebyrdsconsult@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">forthebyrdsconsult@gmail.com</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">John Jon Awareness Walk 2024 </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Board Member Lyvette Bird will be hosting her annual walk, John
Jon Awareness Walk, under her organization, Women Healed For A Purpose
This awareness walk is to bring awareness to the people who are advocates
for people with disabilities. This event is named after Lyvette’s son,
John David, and the late senator, John Heinz who was instrumental in helping
John David receive the services he needed to thrive, even to this day!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Saturday, July 13, 2024</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Time: 8 AM
to 11:30 AM </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Location:
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum (8601 Lindbergh Boulevard,
Philadelphia, PA 19153)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">She is also
looking for volunteers. For more information, please contact Lyvette Bird at <a href="mailto:forthebyrdsconsult@gmail.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">forthebyrdsconsult@gmail.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">3rd Annual Women’s Business Expo </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Join
Collaboration Over Competition for their 3rd Annual Women's Business Expo!
Featuring amazing vendors, great conversation, dynamic speakers and round table
facilitators, music, incredible networking opportunities, food, raffle baskets,
giveaways and so much more!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Saturday, July 27, 2024</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Time: 12 PM
- 4 PM ET </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Location:
Montgomery Mall, 2nd level (230 Montgomery Mall, North Wales, PA 19454)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.collabovercomp.org/event-details/3rd-annual-womens-business-expo-secure-the-bag-sis" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">RSVP for the Women's Business Expo</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">The Seven Wonders of the World: Purple House
Project PA's GALA 2024</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Christine
Brunson, a member of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter, is celebrating 7 years
of her non-profit, Purple House Project PA!!!!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Purple
House Project is Celebrating 7 years of Strengthening, Empowering and
Transitioning individuals impacted by Intimate Partner Violence. This
event will allow us to continue to bring awareness to these issues in the
community, as well as support the healing process, eliminate barriers, and
celebrate the journey. Come Celebrate with Us!!!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Saturday, August 17, 2024, </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Time: 5 PM
to 9 PM ET </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Location:
Discovery Center (3401 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19121)</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Early Bird
Prices have been extended to End May 7, 2024. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Individual
Ticket, Early Bird: $77</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Individual
Ticket, after May 7: $100</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Couples
Ticket, Early Bird: $140</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Couples
Ticket, after May 7: $180</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Table of 8,
Early Bird: $550</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Table of 8,
after May 7: $700</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Purchase
your tickets to the <a href="https://www.purplehouseprojectpa.org/event-details/purple-house-project-gala-2024" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Purple House Project PA’s Gala</span></a> now! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Women Healed For a Purpose Annual Conference </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Board Member Lyvette Byrd is hosting her annual conference under
her organization, Women Healed For A Purpose. This year, it will be a two day
event. The first day will be jam packed with various workshops and seminars.
The second day will include guest speakers and a catered lunch. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Date:
Saturday, October 23, 2024 & Sunday, October 13, 2024 </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Registration
will open up on July 1, 2024. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">For more
information, please visit the <a href="http://www.womenhealed4apurpose.org/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">WHFAP website</span></a>. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Purple House Project PA Personal Care & Baby
Toiletries Drive</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia member Christine Brunson is hosting a personal care and baby
toiletries drive. If you are in need of bras, feminine products (pads, tampons,
and pantyliners), baby diapers (size 0 to 6), and baby wipes, please fill out
this <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1H0obOCyWmsiV2HpwFUyTWFlfnLGvILYWtOL9A1lMpe4/viewform?edit_requested=true" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">form</span></a>. If you want the items delivered, you
have to live in the Philadelphia area or the surrounding four counties (Bucks,
Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties). If you wish to pick up your items,
please arrange that with Christine Brunson by emailing her at <a href="mailto:christinejoy@purplehouseprojectpa.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">christinejoy@purplehouseprojectpa.org</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">iPhone
Beginner Classes at Liberty Resources </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Greater
Philadelphia Chapter President Denice Brown will provide tutoring for
individuals who are blind/low vision using an iPhone with voice over. The
lessons will take place at Liberty Resources. Please contact Denice Brown at: <a href="mailto:dbrown8827@aol.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">dbrown8827@aol.com</span></a>
or 215-808-5875 for further information.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Heart To Home - Housewarming Baskets </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Heart To
Home, a 501(c)3 organization, offers housewarming baskets for individuals newly
housed in the last six months, have a housing voucher, or are considered
low-income. Housewarming Baskets may include pots and pans, other small kitchen
essentials, bathroom essentials such as towels, shower racks, cleaning
products, small decors, blankets, etc. Referrals can be accepted by reaching
out to Marielle at 215-437-3368. Heart To Home also accepts gently used
household essentials for donations towards these housewarming baskets.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">iBUG Night at the Virtual Movies</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">You are
invited to join us for iBUG Night at the Virtual Movies.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">WHEN:
Fridays at , 7:15 PM CT (pre-movie social), movie starts at 8:00 PM Central
Time</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
pre-movie social time includes song games, jokes, and plenty of argle-bargle.
Discussion and trivia will follow immediately after the movie. iBUG Night at
the Virtual Movies is the audio track (no video) with audio description.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Join the
Zoom meeting:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="https://zoom.us/j/7428486329?pwd=M003RmZaa3pTbWRlZ00xbSs4YTlmUT09" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">https://zoom.us/j/7428486329?pwd=M003RmZaa3pTbWRlZ00xbSs4YTlmUT09</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">One tap
mobile from a smartphone: +13462487799,,7428486329#,,,,*369978# US</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Dial from a
landline: +1 346 248 7799 US</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Meeting ID:
742 848 6329, Password: 369978</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Introductory Level Ballet Classes</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Dark Room
Ballet is offering free Saturday Introductory Level Classes for individuals
with no ballet experience. The class introduces students to necessary
anatomical concepts like turnout, torso stability, foot sensitivity and
mobility, sightless balancing, and the use of a taped floor for orientation. To
register and learn more about this class and other offerings from Dark Room
Ballet, call 929-367-0025 or email <a href="mailto:info@darkroomballet.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">info@darkroomballet.com</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">iBUG Today, Inc</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="https://ibugtoday.com/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">iBUG Today, Inc</span></a>.
is a non-profit organization promoting the individual independence, social
integration, and educational development of the blind and visually impaired
community through accessible technology training. iBUG (iBlind Users
Group) endeavors to transform the blind community through accessible technology
training so they can live extraordinary lives full of independence,
productivity, communication and social integration in a world where everything
is within the realm of possibility. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Accessible Pharmacy Services Diabetes Prevention
Program</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This
program is fully funded by insurance. Past clients lowered their risk of
developing type 2 diabetes by 58% after completing this one-year program. For
questions and to sign up, contact Lifestyle Coaches Lynn Heitz at 215-208-7582
or Mary Ann Grignon at 570-807-1276, or email <a href="mailto:info@AccessiblePharmacy.com" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">info@AccessiblePharmacy.com</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Philadelphia Blind Hockey </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Our program
is completely free. We are a USA Hockey sanctioned, nationally recognized
program. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Whether you
have never ice skated before or you are the next Future NHL player, we have the
opportunity waiting for you! </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Philadelphia
Blind Hockey works to ensure that every individual who is blind or partially
sighted has the opportunity to participate in the parasport of Blind Hockey. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">For more
information, please check out their website: <a href="https://www.philadelphiablindhockey.com/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">https://www.philadelphiablindhockey.com/</span></a>
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">National Convention </span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Our
national convention is coming up in July! It will take place from July 3 until
July 8, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. For more information on all things convention
related, please visit <a href="http://www.nfb.org/convention" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">www.nfb.org/convention</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Early Bird
Registration ends May 31, 2024. Registration fees are $25 and the banquet
tickets are $75. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">To register
for the convention, please visit <a href="http://www.nfb.org/registration" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">www.nfb.org/registration</span></a> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">Kid Camp at National Convention </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">NFB Camp is
a childcare option offered during our national convention for children ages
six weeks to twelve-years-old, both blind and sighted. On the <a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/nfb-camp" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">Kid Camp website</span></a>, you can find out the
schedule, register your child, and pay for the camp. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">National Federation of the Blind Convention Ally
Network</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Please
complete the <a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/convention-ally-network" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">form</span></a> to request support from the Convention
Ally Network or to volunteer as an ally during the 2024 National Convention of
the National Federation of the Blind. The goal of this network is to help to
facilitate participation in the convention and to ensure support for someone
who is fearful of harassment or discrimination. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
National Federation of the Blind is committed to fostering inclusion and
providing opportunity for members, prospective members, friends, supporters,
and anyone interested in our community to attend our National Convention.
Prominent civil rights organizations representing marginalized groups,
including racial minorities, immigrants, and the LGBTQ+ community, issued
travel advisories in 2023 for the state of Florida because of recently enacted
laws and policies that affect these groups and, consequently, affect our
members as well. While we could not move the 2024 National Convention, we are
organizing the Convention Ally Network to aid people who plan to attend
convention and who would like to request support. Please note this network does
not include financial assistance. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">An ally is
a person who is informed and understanding of diverse, marginalized identities;
affirms their experience and rights; and chooses to challenge discrimination.
This network will include:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Training
and virtual planning meetings prior to convention for allies and community
members.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Coordination
between allies and community members during the week of National Convention
(July 3 to July 8) that may include accompaniment from the airport to the
convention venue and back to the airport. Specific activities will be
determined upon review of needs and requests.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">This
network is not intended to replace the communications and connections attendees
should have with leaders, affiliates, divisions, and groups regarding the
national convention.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">NAGDU Convention Sponsorship for Guide Dog Users
</span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The <a href="https://www.nagdu.org/sponsorship" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">National Association
of Guide Dog Users Convention Sponsorship</span></a> provides funding support
to assist guide dog users who want to attend the NFB national convention in
person. This year, NAGDU is sponsoring two guide dog users with $500 each to
assist with the costs of attending the NFB national convention.Registration
deadline is May 31, 2024. </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h3 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(31,55,99);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)">23RD Annual Rehabilitation and Orientation &
Mobility Conference </span></b><span style="color:rgb(31,55,99)"></span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">July 3,
2024</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Rosen
Centre | Orlando, Florida </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Come
participate in the only national conference focused on Structured Discovery
teaching and education for the blind. Presentations and breakout sessions will
cover the following:</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">*
Learn about the various professional certifications, partnerships,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">and
opportunities offered by the NBPCB.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">*
Explore the fundamentals of technology and how they might be</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">implemented
in Structured Discovery teaching.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">*
Share ideas and network in multiple rehabilitation disciplines,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">including
Braille, home management, cane travel, and assistive technology.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">*
More topics and agenda items to come!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Registration
opens April 1st, 2024 </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Registration
is $100 before June 15, $115 after that date.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">NFB Pledge</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">I pledge to
participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind; to
achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the
policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><h2 style="line-height:106%;break-after:avoid;margin:2pt 0in 0in;font-size:13pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:rgb(47,84,150);font-weight:normal"><b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)">NFB Message</span></b><span style="color:rgb(47,84,150)"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The
National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic
that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind
people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our
dreams.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Many thanks
to everybody for all they do within the Federation!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Thanks!</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">the
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania team</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><a href="http://www.nfbofpa.org" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)"><span style="color:rgb(5,99,193)">www.nfbofpa.org</span></a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:106%;margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt">
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