[Mn-at-large] Annual convention preregistration

[David Andrews]

>
>Dear Minnesota Federationists:
>Below and attached is information about our upcoming Annual Convention
>and how you can pre-register. Members will also be receiving this
>information in the mail, and it is on our Web site (along with the
>online preregistration form) at www.nfbmn.org.
>
>TO: National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota members and friends
>FROM: Jennifer Dunnam, President
>SUBJECT: 2017 Annual Convention
>DATE: September 20, 2017
>
>We of the National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota are pleased to
>announce plans for our upcoming annual state convention. Following is
>information you’ll need to know concerning logistics (including
>advance registration), costs, and an outline of some of the events
>that will take place this year.
>
>The two-and-1/2 day convention will be held from October 20­22 20177 at
>the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest, 7025 Northland Drive North,
>Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55428. This year we are pleased to have as
>our national representative Amy Buresh, a board member of the National
>Federation of the Blind, who also serves as president of our affiliate
>in Nebraska.
>
>Hotel arrangements: Room rates are $99.00 per night, plus tax, for
>singles, doubles, triples, and quads. Hotel reservations must be made
>by September 29. To reserve your hotel room, either
>
>1) Book your room online at
>http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Nat%27l%20Federation%20of%20the%20Blind%20of%20MN%5Emspnw%60dtndtna%6099.00%60USD%60false%602%6010/18/17%6010/24/17%609/29/17&app=resvlink&stop_mobi=yes
>.
>or
>2) Call (877) 303-1681 and mention that you are with the National
>Federation of the Blind of Minnesota while making your reservation
>
>Advance Registration: A preregistration form and return envelope are
>enclosed with the postal mail version, and the form is also attached
>here, so that you can register for the convention ahead of time and
>avoid standing in line. There is also an online preregistration form
>at www.nfbmn.org. Convention registration is $10 in advance, and $15
>on site.  The senior breakfast is $20, the BLIND Inc. lunch costs $22,
>and the banquet is $40. If you need vegetarian meals, please mark that
>option on the form. For advance registration, the registration form
>and the payment for registration, breakfast, lunch, and banquet should
>be mailed (or submitted online) no later than October 13.  Mail to:
>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota, 100 East 22nd Street,
>Minneapolis, MN 55404.  Checks or money orders should be made payable
>to NFB of Minnesota.  Please do not send cash.
>
>If you do not preregister for the convention, please still e-mail
>jwenzel at blindinc.org or call 612-872-0100 to make breakfast, lunch and
>banquet reservations so that we can give the hotel an accurate count.
>
>MEMBERSHIP DUES: If you have not yet paid your $5.00 membership dues,
>a renewal slip is enclosed with the postal mail version.  Please renew
>your membership by returning $5.00 and the slip in the enclosed
>envelope. You can also renew your membership online at
>http://members.tcq.net/nfbmn/join.html  If you did not receive a slip
>with the letter, your dues are paid to June 1, 2018.
>
>SCHEDULE
>
>We will hold our traditional bake auction during the Saturday and
>Sunday general sessions and the Saturday evening banquet.  Door prizes
>will also be given during those times.  You must register and be
>present in the room to win.
>
>Some events will be added to this schedule, and more details about the
>schedule will be made available as they are finalized.
>
>Friday, October 20:
>
>3:00­5:00 p.m.: Registration will be open.  Registration will also  be
>open at other times during the convention.  If you preregistered, be
>sure to stop by registration to pick up your meal tickets and a
>convention agenda.
>
>3:00­5:00 P.M.: Exhibits and Meetings
>•       Exhibits and demonstrations (open throughout the evening);
>•       Job-seeker seminar: Coordinated by nationally-recognized experts
>Dick Davis and Brian Dulude, this workshop promises to be packed with
>useful tips and information for those currently looking for jobs or
>anyone who may be job hunting in the future!
>•       Resolutions committee meeting (Ryan Strunk, chair of the Resolutiions
>Committee, asks that you submit proposed resolutions in advance of the
>convention and then come participate in the discussion.  You may send
>your draft resolutions to Ryan at the NFB office or e-mail them to
>ryan.strunk at gmail.com.  To see the resolutions we have passed during
>the past ten years, check our Web site under “What We Do.”
>
>7:00-8:30 P.M.: Annual meeting of the Minnesota Association of Blind Students.
>
>7:00-8:30 P.M.: Annual meeting of the Minnesota Association to Promote
>the Use of Braille.
>
>7:30 P.M.: The Metro chapter invites you to an evening of hospitality
>and games, with opportunity to gather with friends old and new. Come
>test your knowledge of trivia, and join in other fun surprises. There
>will be a cash bar.
>
>Saturday, October 21:
>
>7:00 A.M.: Breakfast and Annual Meeting of the NFB of Minnesota
>Seniors Division.
>
>8:15 a.m.: Registration opens, and coffee and rolls will be available.
>
>9:00 a.m.­5:00 p.m.: General session packed with a variety of
>information, activities, and discussion on current issues related to
>blindness.  Among other items, we will dialog with Minnesota agencies
>for the blind and elected officials, learn from the stories of our
>members and friends of all ages, and discuss our current activities
>and plans for the future.
>
>12:00 p.m.: BLIND, Inc. Lunch: Celebrate the progress and
>accomplishments of our consumer-directed training center with a
>delicious lunch and a program featuring students and staff of BLIND
>Inc.
>
>6:00 p.m.: Social hour with cash bar prior to our banquet.  Come and
>join us for more hospitality.
>
>7:00 p.m.: Banquet. The banquet will feature an inspiring keynote
>address from our national representative, Amy Buresh, who will no
>doubt remind us why we are members of this dynamic and action-oriented
>organization with its positive philosophy. Following the banquet,
>stick around with the Metro Chapter for an after-banquet party!
>
>Sunday, October 22:
>
>9:00 a.m.­Noon: Business session. We will hear reports, deal with aany
>remaining resolutions, and much more, including some creative
>surprises.  The positions of President, Secretary, and three board
>members will be up for election.
>
>OTHER ITEMS OF NOTE
>
>Childcare: Childcare will be provided during scheduled meetings and
>during the banquet. A minimum donation of $20 is requested. For more
>information, check the box on the pre-registration form, and we will
>contact you.
>
>Cash Prizes for Essays: The Metro Chapter invites all Minnesota
>Federationists to participate in its annual essay contest.  Although
>there is not a specific essay question, the essay should be focused on
>experiences as a blind person and highlight a positive message or
>outcome.  The length of the essay should be about 2-3 pages.  The
>winning essay will be published in the Minnesota Bulletin, and the
>writer will receive $75.  Another $50 will be awarded in a random
>drawing from the rest of the essays, which will also be considered for
>publication. Both winners will be announced at the banquet on Saturday
>evening.  All entries must be received by October 11, 2017.  E-mail
>them to Kathy McGillivray at gilgal63 at gmail.com.
>
>Our convention each year is an opportunity for the blind of our state
>to come together for a common cause and to educate ourselves and
>others.  Together with love, hope, and determination, we transform
>dreams into reality, and we need your ideas and your energy to help
>make it happen. Make plans to join us and be a part of the excitement!
>
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