[MD-Sligo] FW: Get ready for NFB19--Plan your trip to Las Vegas

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debby I still want to go 2convention can I still go? see u in vegas this July!
this will b my first convantion

On 6/25/19, Deborah via MD-Sligo <md-sligo at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Convention information, some of which was covered on the presidential
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> Also put on your personal schedule, because it will not be in your agenda,
> the Maryland caucus, whichd will be on Monday night at 9:00 in the
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> From: National Federation of the Blind [mailto:webmaster at nfb.org]
> Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 12:00 PM
> To: Barbara Kean <deborahb14 at verizon.net>
> Subject: Get ready for NFB19--Plan your trip to Las Vegas
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> Thank you for preregistering for the 2019 National Convention of the
> National Federation of the Blind. Enclosed is some helpful information for
> your week in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for more announcements as they become
> available. More information can also be found on the
> <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=14846&qid=2808742>
> NFB convention webpage.
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> Agenda
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> 2019 National Convention agenda is online in several formats, including
> Spanish. You will also receive your own print or Braille copy when you pick
> up your badge in Las Vegas.
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> Notes about the Mandalay Bay
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> When you check in at the Mandalay Bay, the hotel will require a deposit
> using a credit card, debit card, or cash to cover any incidental charges you
> may incur during your stay. Incidentals include things like minibar usage,
> room service, restaurant dining, and any other expenses charged to your
> room. The incidental deposit will be $200. While this may seem high, we have
> actually negotiated the amount down from typical Las Vegas standards. Please
> remember that this deposit locks up funds on your credit card or your debit
> card. This is particularly important because it means the funds will NOT be
> available for use on your credit card or in your checking account for as
> long as three days after you check out of the hotel.
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> The rooms at the Mandalay Bay have minibar refrigerators and countertop
> displays. All minibar stock is electronically monitored and, if removed from
> its standard location for more than fifteen seconds, the item will be
> charged to your room. This means that you should not plan to clear out the
> refrigerator to make space for your water bottles or restaurant leftovers.
> It is important to note that the minibar stock also includes a display above
> the refrigerator that includes two water bottles, coffee pods and cups for
> the in-room coffee maker, and unrefrigerated snacks. If you do not plan to
> pay for these items when you leave, you should consider buying your snacks
> and beverages elsewhere, and not moving those items from the display tray.
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> Exhibit Hall and Independence Market
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> The exhibit hall and Independence Market will be located in the Islander
> Ballroom at the Mandalay Bay North Convention Center.
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> More information about the 2019 offerings and exhibitors is available online
> and don't forget to check out this year's
> <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=14849&qid=2808742>
> exhibit hall announcements and promotions.
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> 2019 exhibit hall hours of operation are:
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> *	Monday, July 8, sponsors-only preview 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.; all exhibits
> open 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
> *	Tuesday, July 9, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
> *	Wednesday, July 10, noon to 1:45 p.m.; 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
> *	Thursday, July 11, noon to 1:45 p.m.
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> As always, we bring the entire Independence Market to the convention and set
> up in the exhibit hall. Once visitors enter the exhibit hall, the
> Independence Market will be in the front left corner.
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> Convention Special: Orbit Reader 20
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> This simple and affordable refreshable Braille display serves as a
> standalone text reader and basic notetaker. When paired with a smart phone
> or computer, it gives Braille access to the text on these devices. Purchase
> it at convention for $549.00, which is $50.00 off the retail price. Please
> note that the Orbit is only available from the Independence Market at
> convention, not thereafter.
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> Other New Items
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> *	Waterproof Talking Watch
> *	Wilson 8 Digital Voice Recorder
> *	“Pedro and the Octopus” (Twin Vision ®) by Deborah Kent, with Tactile
> Illustrations by Ann Cunningham
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> Free Literature
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> This year, the NFB free literature display will again be located outside the
> exhibit hall. Some of the items of interest available at the free literature
> table will be:
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> *	2020 Braille Calendars
> *	NFB Code of Conduct
> *	Various Books Free of Charge While Supplies Last!
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> Presidential and Hospitality Suites
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> You are invited to visit the presidential and hospitality suites, which will
> both be open during much of the convention. Appointments to meet with
> President Riccobono may be made at the presidential suite. The presidential
> and hospitality suites will be open during the following times:
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> *	Saturday, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Monday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Tuesday, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.; noon to 2:00 p.m.; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Thursday, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.; noon to 2:00 p.m.; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
> *	Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.; noon to 2:00 p.m.
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> Connect with #NFB19 on Social Media
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> Convention is a great time to connect with old friends and make new ones,
> and social media can be a great way to make that happen! It is also a fun
> way of letting people who aren’t at convention know what you are doing.
> Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NFB_Voice, and like us on Facebook by
> searching for National Federation of the Blind. Then, join in the
> conversation by using the hashtag #NFB19.
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