<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="">Good morning, Keystone</div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="">Please join the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants (PABM) for this annual fundraiser. We want to support the efforts and programs within the National Federation of the Blind, at the local, state, and national levels. Let's show our support for, learn more about, and celebrate with the PABM and blind and low-vision business owners. </div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="">I'm encouraging members of the Keystone Chapter to be more visible and supportive of the efforts and programs of the NFB of PA and in our local area. The national convention is a wonderful experience that I have been privileged to enjoy. Along with that, we have many opportunities in Pennsylvania for us to show our commitment to and appreciation for this organization right in our reach. </div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="">Please see the information below and consider attending. I hope to see you there!</div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="">Regards,</div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:large"><br></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-size:large"><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font size="4" face="arial, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><b style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Simone Cooper</b></font></div><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font face="verdana, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">First Vice President - <span style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><i style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Keystone Chapter</i></span></font></div><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font face="verdana, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania </font></div><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font face="verdana, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><a href="mailto:simcoop10@gmail.com" target="_blank" style="color:initial">simcoop10@gmail.com</a></font></div><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font face="verdana, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">215-868-4292</font></div><div style="font-size:small;color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><font face="verdana, sans-serif" style="color:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"><br></font></div></div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Stacie Leap</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com" target="_blank">stacie.leap@gmail.com</a>></span><br>Date: Thu, Feb 19, 2026 at 8:00\u202fAM<br>Subject: Join Us for the PABM Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase & Fundraiser! Saturday, April 11, 2026<br>To: <br></div><br><br><div dir="ltr"><div><div style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:small">Hello everybody, </div>We\u2019re thrilled to invite you to the Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase, the annual fundraiser hosted by the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants (PABM)! This highly anticipated event celebrates the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit of blind and low-vision business owners from across Pennsylvania \u2014 and we\u2019d love for you to be part of it! <br><br>Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026<br>Time: 4 PM \u2013 10 PM <br>Location: <br>DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport<br>4509 Island Avenue<br>Philadelphia, PA 19153 <br><br>Ticket Pricing (includes buffet, open bar & 1 raffle ticket)<br>\u2022 Adults: $60<br>\u2022 Children 12 and under: $30 <br><br>\u2022 Discover and support a wide variety of blind-owned businesses showcasing their products, services, and talents. <br>\u2022 Enjoy interactive demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and networking opportunities. <br>\u2022 Participate in raffles, door prizes, and a live auction with exciting items and experiences. <br>\u2022 Funds raised support PABM programs, including opportunities for members to attend state and national conventions that enhance business skills and community engagement. <br><br>Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities:<br>Are you a blind or low-vision entrepreneur interested in showcasing your business? <br>Vendor tables are available for $100 each (limited to 10 vendors). <br>Contact President Pam Baquero at 215-200-3696 or <a href="mailto:oneblindhippie@yahoo.com" target="_blank">oneblindhippie@yahoo.com</a> to reserve your spot! <br><br>Hotel Room Block:<br>A limited group block is available at the DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport for the nights of April 10 and April 11 \u2014 call 215-365-4150 and request the PA Blind Merchants group rate before March 9, 2026. <br><br>Thanks, <br clear="all"></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div style="color:initial">Stacie </div><div style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></div><div style="color:initial">Stacie Leap </div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">President, Greater Philadelphia Chapter &</span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">President, Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents (POBP), </span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial">National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania </span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"> </span><a href="mailto:stacie.leap@gmail.com" target="_blank">stacie.leap@gmail.com</a><span style="color:initial"> | 215-776-6741</span></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="color:initial"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/stacieleap" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></span></div><div style="color:initial"><br style="color:initial"></div><div style="color:initial"><span style="font-family:Calibri,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:18px;text-align:justify;color:initial">The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know 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. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span></div></div></div></div></div>
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