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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>Greetings Friends!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Can you believe convention is just five days away? For those arriving at New Orleans on Monday July 4<sup>th</sup>, you can start testing tomorrow! Remember to send those negative test results to<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:testresults@nfb.org">testresults@nfb.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Within 72 hours of arriving at the hotel. Emails need to include the first name, last name, city, and state of each person submitting a test. Testing will be available on-site, but why wait, test now!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>With so many ways to read the agenda, I’m sure all of you have read it from cover to cover! Whether you listened to it on<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/programs-services/nfb-newsline">NFB-Newsline®</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Or in<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfb.org/convention">MP3 Format</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Or navigated day by day <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/convention">Online</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Or downloaded the<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/convention">Word or BRF Formats</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You still need to check out the<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://event.crowdcompass.com/nfb22">CrowdCompass App</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Or<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://event.crowdcompass.com/nfb22">CrowdCompass Via the Web</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This is the best way to get all the convention information including changes and cancelations. It also lists all states caucuses and other meetings not listed in the original agenda.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>CrowdCompass also allows you to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Customize your personal convention schedule<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Join streamed meetings instantly<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Learn about sponsors and exhibitors<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Network with other attendees and send messages<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>And most importantly<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>• Receive important updates and notifications<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>When creating your own convention schedule don’t forget to include the Nebraska Caucus on July 6<sup>th</sup> from 10:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in Studio 3! Come mix and mingle with the 66 registered Nebraskan’s! Who knows we might even see a former Nebraskan or two! Bring your banquet tickets and enthusiasm!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Here’s an interesting addition to convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>#NFB22 Box Office: Two Offsite, Exclusive Shows <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Both of the following exclusive screenings will be at <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://prytaniacanalplace.com/about--contact">Prytania Theatre - Canal Place</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>333 Canal St 3rd Floor<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>New Orleans, LA 70130<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> This theatre is .2 miles or approximately six-minute walk from the New Orleans Marriott. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>July 8: Stranger Things 4 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>In collaboration with the National Federation of the Blind, Netflix invites you to a theatrical screening of Stranger Things 4 with Audio Description and Subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing as part of the 2022 National Convention. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>On Friday, July 8 at 7:30 p.m. join us for complimentary concessions and exclusive Stranger Things merch designed for the National Federation of the Blind Convention at the Prytania Theatre - Canal Place. Space is limited. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://netflixscreening.splashthat.com/">Register now for the screening of Netflix’s Stranger Things 4</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>July 9: Advanced Screening of Surpassing Sight<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join us Saturday, July 9th 5:30 p.m. for an advanced screening of the film Surpassing Sight. A gripping documentary set out to prove to the world that people who are blind can be successful both on and off the bike, in the saddle and in the boardroom. The documentary, Surpassing Sight, parallels a journey to tackle the toughest cycling race in the world with the journey through the employment world. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please note: the location of this event has been updated from the published agenda.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>You will definitely want to check out the following:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm22/bm2206/bm220602.htm">Welcome to New Orleans – Braille Monitor June 2022</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/2022-national-convention-agenda/nfb22-navigating-hotels">Navigating the Hotels</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/nfb22-convention-new-orleans-restaurant-guide">Options for restaurants near the Convention</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>And if this is your first convention <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/first-timers-guide">The First Timer’s Guide</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Share your excitement by posting on social media using the hashtag <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>#NFB22<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Follow the conversation, ask questions, and share fun expectations. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>All convention related information can be found on the <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfb.org/convention">Convention Page</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>For questions before, during and after convention contact:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>President, Jamie K. Richey<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><a href="mailto:president@nfb.org">president@nfb.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Cell: (308) 520-9024<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Or <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>First-Vice President, Christine Boone<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:christineboone2@gmail.com">christineboone2@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Cell: (269) 329-8500<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Can’t wait to see everyone in New Orleans!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>