<html class="apple-mail-supports-explicit-dark-mode"><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto">Hishara, there is no link to register here or on nfb website. Kristina from my iPhone<div dir="ltr"><br><blockquote type="cite">On Jan 22, 2026, at 6:24\u202fPM, Shara Winton via Massachusetts-NFB <massachusetts-nfb@nfbnet.org> wrote:<br><br></blockquote></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr">\ufeff<meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 15 (filtered medium)"><style>@font-face { font-family: Wingdings; }
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ul { margin-bottom: 0in; }</style><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><br><b>73rd Annual State Convention</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">The National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts Convention is <i>by blind people and for blind people</i>. It is our premier gathering for connection, empowerment, learning, and community. Each year, members from across the state come together to share ideas, build skills, and strengthen our collective voice.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Our convention also serves as our democratic governing body, where we elect leadership and set organizational priorities\u2014many of which are carried forward to state and federal legislators to help improve opportunities and independence for blind people everywhere. In addition, we proudly award <b>college and trade school scholarships</b> to blind students who live in or attend school in Massachusetts.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\u2728</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> <b>This year\u2019s convention will include:</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Innovative and accessible technology demonstrations<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">A fun and inspiring talent showcase<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Vendor exhibits<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Presentations from Perkins Library, the Commissioner of the Blind, structured discovery centers, and transition services<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">A hands-on tactile art workshop<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Time with great friends\u2014both new and longtime<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">And so much more!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">IMPORTANT</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">: If you are a student, please call me for your room reservation . Do not call the hotel. Do register for the entire convention. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f4c5</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> <b>Convention Schedule Highlights</b><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Friday, March 27</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Exhibit Showcase & Packet Pick-Up: <b>12:00 PM</b><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">General Sessions Begin: <b>3:00 PM</b><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Boston North End\u2013style Italian Dinner <i>(included with registration)</i>: <b>7:00 PM</b><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Followed by a fun-filled Talent Showcase and evening activities<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Saturday, March 28</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Exhibit Hall<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Group exercise<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Scholarship Breakfast (by invitation only)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">General Sessions: <b>9:00 AM</b><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Delicious Lunch (included with your registration)<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Afternoon general sessions<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Fencing <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">our <b>Annual Banquet, Auction, and Awards</b><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Sunday, March 29</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Philosophy, leadership development, elections, and our annual business meeting<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f31f</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> <b>Don\u2019t miss these priceless experiences\u2014register today!</b><br>We can\u2019t wait to welcome you to another unforgettable convention.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Please contact me if you have any questions or need help registering. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">With Love, Hope and Determination,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">Shara Winton<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">President, National federation of the Blind of Massachusetts<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><a href="http://www.nfbma.org/"><span style="color:#0563C1">www.nfbma.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><a href="mailto:sharawinton@gmail.com"><span style="color:#0563C1">sharawinton@gmail.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt">617-600-81307<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p></div><span>_______________________________________________</span><br><span>Massachusetts-NFB mailing list</span><br><span>Massachusetts-NFB@nfbnet.org</span><br><span>http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/massachusetts-nfb_nfbnet.org</span><br><span>To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for Massachusetts-NFB:</span><br><span>http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/massachusetts-nfb_nfbnet.org/kristinaconstant66%40gmail.com</span><br></div></blockquote></body></html>