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<p class="p1">Hey there PA Federationists,</p>
<p class="p1">In this edition of Federation Focus, i share a packed fall schedule. Watch this week’s video here: <a href="https://youtu.be/7tJkJcmkPqs">https://youtu.be/7tJkJcmkPqs</a>. Five meetings are on deck, including state convention planning, seniors, Brandywine Valley, Greater Philly, and Erie County. Convention registration is now open with à la carte meal pricing, plus a call for door prizes and auction items. Scholarship applications are due September 30, and raffle ticket stubs and payments must reach Jim Antonacci before month’s end. Fundraisers include the Greater Lehigh Valley Gala and Panera gift card sales.</p>
<p class="p2">Scroll down for all the links!</p>
<p class="p2">NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg from November 13 - November 16</p>
<p class="p2">A la carte registration is now open for State Convention! Register at <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/">https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/</a>. Check out the meals at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/</a>. Learn more and get other important links and phone numbers at <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/">https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/</a>. You can make hotel reservations at the Best Western Premier by calling (717) 561-2800. If you have a product or service you want to promote at our convention register for the Exhibit Hall at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall</a>. Sponsorship opportunities are available! Learn how you can support our affiliate at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities</a>.</p>
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<p class="p2">NFB of PA Scholarship Program</p>
<p class="p2">Are you a blind or low vision student heading to college this fall? The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania wants to support your journey. Our Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to students who are legally blind, enrolled in an accredited college or university, and able to attend the NFB of PA State Convention in November. We believe in your potential—and we’re here to help you reach it. Apply now and take the next step toward your goals: <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program"><span class="s1">nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program</span></a>. Apply by September 30, 2025.</p>
<p class="p2">Meetings</p>
<p class="p2">Monday, September 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM<br />State Convention Planning Meeting<br />Via Zoom</p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09</a> </span></p>
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<p class="p2">Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM<br />Seniors Group<br />Via Zoom</p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99546476505?pwd%3DcWU1bUpySFArLy84cmlZVHdXNEN5UT09&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3Z5SIZHutnPUV4GCtuq-yP">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99546476505?pwd=cWU1bUpySFArLy84cmlZVHdXNEN5UT09</a></span></p>
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<p class="p2">Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM<br />Brandywine Valley Chapter Meeting<br />Via Zoom<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96234199448?pwd=cEtjbmRoV1hteVhVSXdwV2FDVGJUdz09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96234199448?pwd=cEtjbmRoV1hteVhVSXdwV2FDVGJUdz09</a><br />One tap mobile</p>
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<p class="p2">Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM</p>
<p class="p2">Greater Philadelphia Chapter Meeting<br />In-person at the Park Tower Apartments<br />4001 Conshohocken Avenue<br />Philadelphia, PA 19131<br />Via Zoom:<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3pFeXp4ZXd4S3pEc09XZ2tsNkNIU1RTNWw4Z3xBQ3Jtc0trNWlzRnlpeXhnMDMyRWEzd2pVanFCeENSNFBSNE9EZEs1TFhXSlNneTFoc09ObFl5Z3VaWE1QNlRJTkc5S2dVc2hQcUFYTXFhOGdXbkNCdVpoQkZ5ekZMei1wazlIaENSVDFHdGduSFVYZXJ4QXp0dw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fj%2F5699964324%3Fpwd%3DK0RlRnMzOThNYjdrblFIVDk4Q2tEQT09%26omn%3D84459168546&v=s32Po_1O5g0">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5699964324?...</a></p>
<p class="p2">Meeting ID: 569 996 4324</p>
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<p class="p2">Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM</p>
<p class="p2">Erie County Chapter Meeting<br />Via Zoom<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09</a><br />One tap mobile</p>
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<p class="p2">Fundraisers</p>
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<p class="p2">Affiliate Scholarship Raffle</p>
<p class="p2">Get your raffle stubs and payments to Jim Antonacci before September 30! If you need Jim’s mailing address, please reach out to me at <a href="mailto:vp1@nfbofpa.org">vp1@nfbofpa.org</a>.</p>
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<p class="p2">Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light Fundraiser</p>
<p class="p2">Support the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter annual Dancing in the Dark fundraiser. The Gala takes place on October 10 at the Northampton Country Club in Easton. General Attendance Ticket: $100.00, Blind Attendance Ticket: $50.00. Ticket includes food, entertainment, and a chance to win great prizes! Contact Jemmie Jones at <a href="mailto:pidgeon1212@gmail.com"><span class="s1">pidgeon1212@gmail.com</span></a> for more info, to purchase tickets, or make a donation for the event.</p>
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<p class="p2">Capital Chapter Panera e-Gift Card Fundraiser</p>
<p class="p2">The Capital Chapter still has a limited number of $25 Panera e-gift cards available—grab one while they last! It's an easy way to support the chapter and treat yourself (or someone else) to something delicious. Purchase yours today at: <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA"><span class="s1">https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA</span></a>. Every card sold helps fuel the chapter’s work—thank you for your support!</p>
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<p class="p2">White Canes Connect</p>
<p class="p1">In episode 144 of <em>White Canes Connect</em>, Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein welcome an incredible team from the <strong>Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP)</strong> in Pittsburgh. Joining us are <strong>Mark Lee</strong>, Library Administrator; <strong>Mary Beth Parks</strong>, Patron Services Manager; <strong>Laura Hughes</strong>, Youth Services Librarian; and <strong>Jeff Wright</strong>, Manager of Technology and Materials Fulfillment.</p>
<p class="p2">Find this episode at:</p>
<p class="p2">Apple Podcasts</p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-statewide-beacon-how-lamp-levels-the-playing-field/id1592248709?i=1000723900110">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-statewide-beacon-how-lamp-levels-the-playing-field/id1592248709?i=1000723900110</a> </span></p>
<p class="p2">Spotify</p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xg9wI8ILTiAMozGEvrZ7c">https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xg9wI8ILTiAMozGEvrZ7c</a> </span></p>
<p class="p2">YouTube</p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://youtu.be/uz3CnDTjDuo?si=sYQzR25WvUsXAiwE">https://youtu.be/uz3CnDTjDuo?si=sYQzR25WvUsXAiwE</a> </span></p>
<p class="p2">White Canes Connect Website<br /><a href="https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/144/">https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/144/</a> </p>
<p class="p2">White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists</p>
<p class="p2">Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts on FeedSpot! Check out the list at <a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/">https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/</a>.</p>
<p class="p2">White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a look: <a href="https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b">https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b</a></p>
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<p class="p2">NFB-NEWSLINE®</p>
<p class="p2">Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE® at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline">https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline</a>. Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.</p>
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<p class="p2">Braille Monitor</p>
<p class="p2">The Braille Monitor is the NFB’s flagship publication. Learn more about it at <a href="https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor">https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor</a>.</p>
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<p class="p2">Independence Market Online</p>
<p class="p2">The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product offerings and make a purchase at <a href="https://catalog.nfb.org/">https://catalog.nfb.org/</a>.</p>
<div>Have a great week ahead!</div>
<div>Regards,</div>
<div>David</div>
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