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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Good Afternoon NFB Friends and Family,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Today is the last day of early registration. If you haven’t registered, please do so today. This will ensure your food choices for banquet and that your name will be placed in the door prize drawing files. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>To register, click here: <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://nfbma.org/state-convention/registration">https://nfbma.org/state-convention/registration</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://nfbma.org/state-convention/registration">https://nfbma.org/state-convention/registration</a><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'>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—many 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'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Start the convention weekend with a night of creativity, fun, and Federation pride. Mic & Mojo: NFB Jams is our open-mic and talent showcase featuring performers from across Massachusetts. Each performer will have five minutes to share their talent. prizes will be awarded to the top three acts. Come for the music and stay for the mojo — it’s the Federation at its finest!<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'>Performances can include karaoke, original music, poetry, skits or comedy.<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'>Each performance slot is 5 minutes long.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>: a donation of $10 is suggested.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The evening will be capped at 25 performers—sign up early!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Even if you are not a performer, come dressed as your favorite musician or performing artist! Show off your creativity for a chance to win fun prizes.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Whether you’re performing or cheering from the crowd, this will be a night full of energy, laughter, and unforgettable talent. Including a cash bar in the room! <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Interested in performing? Please contact Cullen Gallagher at <a href="mailto:Cullen.Gallagher@gmail.com">Cullen.Gallagher@gmail.com</a> or 781-428-1254There might be some remaining spots for spur of the moment acts, but we can not promise. So, don’t delay, sign up today! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></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'>If you would like to come via Zoom only, we will have registration and more info about that coming soon. If you would like to come via Zoom only, we will have registration and more info about that coming soon. <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'>Please reach out to me with any questions or if we can assist you in any way. We can’t wit to see you at the convention!!!! <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'>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'>617-304-0347<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>