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<p class="p1">Hey there, Keystone Chapter Members and Friends,</p>
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<p class="p1">It was a beautiful day on Saturday for our August Keystone Chapter meeting! The members and guests in person at the Penn Museum enjoyed doughnuts from Giant. We listened to Presidential Release <a href="https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/2025-08/presidential_release_august_2025_chapter_version.mp3">#551</a> from President Mark Riccobono. Harriet read a thank-you note to thank members of the chapter for the Harry and David Gift Basket she received after her father’s passing. (Thanks to Lisa for organizing it!)</p>
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<p class="p1">Harriet asked chapter members to keep Kosi Asabere and Jim Graham in our thoughts and prayers. Both recently had surgeries.</p>
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<p class="p1">There was an in-depth discussion about the legality and history of paying people with disabilities less than minimum wage, and the NFB’s advocacy to end this practice. Read about <a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/39-14c-subminimum-wage">14c of the Fair Labor Standards Act</a>.</p>
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<p class="p1">Report from the Social Activity Committee about potential group outings (art museum, Franklin Institute, ferry ride), and plans for Blind Equality Achievement Month activities in October.</p>
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<p class="p1">After the meeting, 10 of us walked over to Cira Green for our annual picnic. Cira Green is a park 12 stories above the Schuylkill River.</p>
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<p class="p1">Membership Dues</p>
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<p class="p1">Dues for 2026 are now being collected. They are $10. <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=VFEB76KHZ5ZPG">Pay online via PayPal</a> (and don’t forget to check the box to cover the PayPal fees.) You can also pay by cash or check at a meeting or when you see me. Can’t wait that long? Mail a check, made out to Keystone Chapter NFB of PA, to me. My address is:</p>
<p class="p1">David Goldstein<br />1425 Parklane Road<br />Swarthmore, PA 19081</p>
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<p class="p1">Affiliate Update</p>
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<p class="p1">NFB of PA President Lynn Heitz gave an update on what is going on around the affiliate. She talked about the Mid-Atlantic Student Seminar that took place in Philadelphia from August 1-3. The affiliate was supporting the National Association of Blind Students. Lynn, myself, and PABS President and Keystone member Simon Bonenfant were all honored to be presenters and moderators during the event.</p>
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<p class="p1">NFB of PA State Convention</p>
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<p class="p1">Lynn and I talked about the 2025 State Convention at the Best Western Premier in Harrisburg from November 13 through the 16. Learn more about the <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/">State Convention</a>. Registration is open! From now through September 15, there is an All-inclusive early bird package. For $200, you get all nine meals and convention registration. <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=6">Register now</a>!</p>
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<p class="p1">Chapter Auction Item for State Convention</p>
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<p class="p1">The Keystone Chapter will donate a basket for auction at the State Convention. It will include $200 worth of gift cards to various stores and restaurants, along with $50 worth of PA Lottery Scratch Off tickets. I have attached a letter for you to take to national chains to solicit gift cards. If you don’t have a printer, let me know and I’ll send you some letters by mail.</p>
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<p class="p1">White Cane Coffee</p>
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<p class="p1">Support the Keystone Chapter while supporting a small business owned by a blind woman. Use our affiliate link <a href="https://whitecanecoffee.com/ref/KeystoneChapter/"><span class="s1">https://whitecanecoffee.com/ref/KeystoneChapter/</span></a> when purchasing from the White Cane Coffee website. The Keystone Chapter earns a 10% commission, and there is no additional cost to you. They are currently offering free shipping with orders of $50 or more. Want to learn more? Listen to episode 072 of White Canes Connect titled <a href="https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/whitecanesconnect/white_canes_connect_072_post.mp3"><span class="s1">"Brewing Success: White Cane Coffee's Inspiring Journey."</span></a></p>
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<p class="p1">White Canes Connect Podcast Website</p>
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<p class="p1">White Canes Connect has its own website! Visit it at <a href="http://WhiteCanesConnect.com">WhiteCanesConnect.com</a>.</p>
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<p class="p1">Federation Focus</p>
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<p class="p1">The affiliate has created a weekly video called Federation Focus. In it, I discuss the various chapter and division meetings that week and ongoing fundraisers. Visit the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@nfbofpa/">NFB of PA YouTube channel</a> to watch.</p>
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<p class="p1">Our next meeting is September 13 at 10:15 AM.</p>
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<p class="p1">Regards,</p>
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<p class="p1">David</p>
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