[Md-sligo] FW: Planning your trip to Orlando: 2018 NFB National Convention

Thu Jun 21 19:58:46 UTC 2018

Actually Terry, I have the cane tips.

Judy

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Terry (NIH/NCI) [E] via MD-Sligo
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*Subject:* Re: [Md-sligo] FW: Planning your trip to Orlando: 2018 NFB
National Convention

Fred;

Someone gave me some cassette books, in the library cases, of course in
English.  Is there any chance you could use them?

Also welcome!  Nice to hear from you, again!

Debbie might have some cane tips, I gave her, if they have not been given
away, already!

Terry Powers

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<md-sligo at nfbnet.org>]
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*Subject:* Re: [Md-sligo] FW: Planning your trip to Orlando: 2018 NFB
National Convention

Hi Guys,

I am here once more for a brief while.  I arrived in New York last Monday
June eleven, to attend a conference at the United Nations.  After the end
of the conference last Thursday, I came down to Maryland over the last
weekend.  I will be here up to next Saturday June thirty when I will return
to Sierra Leone.  In view of the shortness of my stay, I wonder whether I
may be able to meet any of you.

In fact, I had hoped to join you at the Convention in Orlando but, due to
unavoidable circumstances, I have to be back in Freetown by the first of
July.  In any case, I will be with you in spirit.  I wish you all a very
successful Convention.

Fred.

Frederick Kamara

Chairman and Chief commissioner

National Commission for Persons with Disability (NCPD)

22A Old Railway Line Tengbbeh Town Freetown

+23278709300

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*Subject:* [Md-sligo] FW: Planning your trip to Orlando: 2018 NFB National
Convention

More convention information

Debbie

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*Subject:* Planning your trip to Orlando: 2018 NFB National Convention

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We are all getting excited for the 2018 National Convention! Enclosed is
some information we think you will find useful as your plan your week in
Orlando.

The agenda for the 2018 National Convention
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is
now available. You can view several different formats on our convention
webpage
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We will provide additional formats as they become available.
*Preregistration and On-Site Registration*

When you arrive in Orlando, you may pick up your preregistration packet in
Sebastian Ballroom Pre-function area, Level 1, in the area designated
"Preregistration," beginning 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, at 8:30 a.m. on
Thursday, and at other times as listed throughout the week. Those who did
not preregister may go to the area designated “Registration.”
*Resources for First-Time Convention Attendees*

All first-time convention attendees are cordially invited to attend a
reception from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday in the Panzacola Ballroom G-1,
Level 1. President Riccobono and other Federation leaders will be on hand
to welcome you to the convention and preview the week’s activities. More
helpful tips to help you prepare are including in:

   - Convention First-Timer’s Guide
   <https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=11516&qid=2298263>
   .
   - The latest Nation's Blind Podcast all about our national convention
   <https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=11517&qid=2298263>
   .
   - Convention 101: Answers to the Questions about the National Federation
   of the Blind National Convention
   <https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=11518&qid=2298263>.
   By Candace Chapman from June’s Braille Monitor.

*Exhibit Hall and Independence Market*

The Exhibit Hall and Independence Market
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will be located in Sebastian Ballrooms K and L, Level 1. There is a special
sponsor-only exhibitor preview for convention attendees on Tuesday morning
from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
*Exhibit Hall hours of operation are:*

   - Wednesday, July 4: 9:00 to 11:00 AM (sponsors only)
   - Wednesday, July 4: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
   - Thursday, July 5: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
   - Friday, July 6: Noon to 1:45 PM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM
   - Saturday, July 7: Noon to 1:45 PM

To view the list of the sales and offers available in the Exhibit Hall this
year, please visit our Exhibit Hall announcements page
<https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=11520&qid=2298263>.
Thank you to our affiliates, divisions, exhibitors, and sponsors for
providing these opportunities.
*Independence Market hours of operation are:*

   - Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
   - Thursday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
   - Friday: Noon to 1:45 PM
   - Saturday: Noon to 1:45 PM (final opportunity to visit the Market)

*Return of the Cash Express Lane*

We are pleased to announce that the 3 Items or Less Cash Express Lane in
the Independence Market will again be available in 2018. Need to grab a
replacement cane? Want to buy that tuck-away stylus, but without all the
hassle? Or just need a deck of Braille playing cards to keep you occupied
on that long flight home? No problem! To help cut down on waiting time for
all of our customers, all cash transactions for 3 items or less will be
directed to a separate express order processing window. To take advantage
of this, simply collect your product tags as usual and join the main
checkout line. When you reach our line marshal, let them know that you are
purchasing 3 items or less with cash and they will direct you to the proper
window. Getting in and out of the Independence Market is easier than ever!
*You Are Cordially Invited*

All convention attendees are invited by Mark and Melissa Riccobono to visit
the Presidential Suite (13217). The suite will be open during much of the
convention. Please stop by the suite to schedule a meeting with the
President. You are also welcome to visit Dr. Maurer’s Suite (13216),
pending his availability. And please take a moment to visit the Host
Affiliates’ Suite (11230).
*Streaming Convention Proceedings*

Portions of the 2018 National Convention will be streamed in English and
Spanish. Please share this information with your friends and family who
aren’t able to join us in Orlando! This year, we are partnering with 195
The Globe, an internet radio station run by blind Federationists, for our
English stream. The events that will be streamed are the meeting of the
Board of Directors, general sessions, and banquet. Check out the full
schedule here.
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*We want to connect with you on social media!*

Please follow us on twitter @nfb_voice
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and on Facebook
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Use the hashtag #nfb18 when talking about the convention. We look forward
to hearing about all the exciting things that happen while you are in
Orlando!
*Experience Aira for Free in Orlando*

Aira will be free to use for the entire convention at select locations. You
can take advantage by downloading the free Aira app on your smartphone
before traveling to Orlando for the National Federation of the Blind Nation
Convention. Download the free Aira app on iOS or Android here
<https://nfb.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=11524&qid=2298263>
(direct links for iOS
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or Android
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and sign in as a guest if you aren’t already an Explorer.

At the Orlando International Airport, you’ll be able to connect with an
Aira agent free of charge. In addition, Aira calls for Lyft use are free
throughout the convention, made possible by a partnership with Lyft. You
can take a Lyft rideshare from the airport to Rosen Shingle Creek or the
Rosen Centre Hotel. And feel free to connect with Aira agents to explore
the hotel meeting rooms, the General Session ballroom, restaurants, and the
Exhibit Hall--they, too, will be free Aira access locations.
*Aira Presentations at NFB National Convention*

Aira will also be showcasing three presentations at the event.

   - Tuesday, July 3, 3:00-5:00 PM, Aira Programs Track: Education,
   Employment and Accommodation, in Panzacola H-3 Ballroom
   - Wednesday, July 4, 6:00-8:00 PM, Aira Technology Track: New Features,
   in Panzacola H-3 Ballroom
   - Saturday, July 7, 7:00-9:00 PM, Aira Community Track: Meet Explorers
   and Guests, in Panzacola H-3 Ballroom

Information about Aira happenings at this year’s NFB National Convention
will be updated here
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