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[Laura Bostick]

Parents, teachers, and friends of blind children,


You are cordially invited to attend the 2017 Annual State Convention of the
National Federation of the Blind of Louisiana (NFBL) March 24-26 at the
Wyndham Garden in Shreveport.


There are special events for parents throughout the weekend, including a
Family Movie Night, a panel of blind mentors who will share their
experiences and advice, a session on IEPs, and an opportunity to “ask the
experts” any questions you might have.  An agenda of parent events is
attached.


We hope to see you there!

*CONVENTION REGISTRATION:*

Registration begins at 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 24, 2017.  Registration is
$35.

*ROOM RATES:*

$79 per night (singles, doubles, triples, etc.), plus tax which is
currently at 15.6%.  Please make your reservations directly with Wyndham
Garden by calling 318-797-9900.  Be sure to mention that you plan to attend
the state convention of the NFBL to receive the convention rates. Rates and
availability cannot be guaranteed after February 23rd.

*MEALS:*

Complimentary dinner on Friday night, lunch on Saturday, and continental
breakfasts Saturday and Sunday mornings for persons registered for
convention.  Banquet meal on Saturday night (tickets can be purchased for
$30 at the registration desk or through pre-registration).

*CHILD CARE:*

Child Care will be provided during scheduled meetings and the banquet on
Saturday evening.  Children must be registered.  Please make every effort
to request child care in advance on pre-registration form so proper
accommodations can be arranged.

*ENTERTAINMENT: *

In convention tradition, Friday night will offer dinner and an auction.  In
addition, the convention will host bingo, a dance, an original play
performed by Louisiana Center for the Blind actors, adaptive technology
exhibits, and of course, DOOR PRIZES GALORE!!!

*FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:*

Contact Pam Allen, President, NFBL at 800-234-4166 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. weekdays.


*Learn how the National Federation of the Blind *

*will help you live the life you want.*
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