[NFB-Krafters-Korner] OT: Upcoming Virtual Events: Accessibility Boutiques, Education, Connections, and More

Wed Apr 15 02:49:31 UTC 2020

This is a compiled list of events.

Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings
The National Federation of the Blind continues to
connect and protect blind people through our
nationwide network. The following valuable
virtual gatherings around the Federation are open to everyone this week.

Wednesday, April 15

12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the
JAWS screen reading application with a certified
trainer. Learn to operate a computer from the
beginner to the advanced level on Windows 10 and
the Office 365 productivity suite. This training
will also be available Friday, April 17, at noon
eastern. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the
immune system and take care of our mental and
emotional health with brief workouts,
meditations, and yoga during this thirty-minute
session. This training will also be available on
Friday, April 17, at 1:00 p.m. eastern. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this
informative session discussing legislative issues
facing blind Americans including education of
blind children. This meeting will also be
available on Friday, April 17, at 2:00 p.m.
eastern. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share your
experience with the Amazon Echo. Do you have a
favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with
others? Get the news, schedule a ride, or control
your home. Learn how Alexa can do more for you. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

5:30 p.m. EDT |
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16598&qid=3463080>NFB-NEWSLINE®
Demonstrations

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join us to learn
how to use NFB-NEWSLINE on the phone, Amazon
devices, web, and other means. Zoom Meeting: 528 850 6207

7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, pull up a chair and
join us as we do the BlindAlive chair yoga
workout together. This workout is great for all
levels and does not require any equipment. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474

Thursday, April 16

11:00 a.m. EDT |
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16447&qid=>Distance
Education: Create Braille Tracking Sheets

One of the most important beginning Braille
skills is tracking or tracing the page from left
to right and top to bottom. Practice at home
using items you find around your home. Zoom Meeting ID: 520 172 3847

5:00 p.m. EDT |
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16596&qid=3463080>Kernel
Book Discussions: Mom, What Does Blind Mean?

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call
to listen to and then discuss the Kernel Book
story
“<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16599&qid=3463080>Mom,
What Does Blind Mean?” by Pauletta Feldman. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

7:00 p.m. EDT | Make a Mask

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn how to make a
mask that requires no sewing. You will need a
pair of shoelaces and a bandanna or a piece of
fabric about 20 x 20". This makes a mask that has
several layers and is very secure on your head
and face. It cinches up very tight so you don't
have any loose areas. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474

7:00 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about
specific iOS apps, how to get them, how to
download them, what they are for, and how to use
them on your iPhone. If you have suggestions for
apps you would like to see featured please email
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16600&qid=3463080>marsha.drenth at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

9:00 p.m. EDT | Your Journey Through Blindness

Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, join this call to
discuss blindness techniques for people new to
blindness and also for us who are not new to
blindness. If you have a struggle and need a
strategy, this call is for you. Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230

Friday, April 17

2:00 p.m. EDT |
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16595&qid=3463080>Accessibility
Boutique: Tips and Tools for an Accessible Smart Home

Attend this workshop that will cover accessible
smart home devices like security systems,
appliances, in-home applications, entertainment
systems. Registration required for
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16595&qid=3463080>accessibility
boutiques.

3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this hour
of favorite children's stories being read in
Braille. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

5:00 p.m. EDT | Using Smart Home Technology to Make Your Home More Accessible

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, make your home
more accessible through the use of smart home
technology. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888

5:30 p.m. EDT | The Great Talent Showcase

Sponsored by NFB of New York, attend a fun Friday
talent show. If you sing, play an instrument, or
have another talent you can share with us either
through the telephone or computer, send an email
to president at nfbny.org to reserve a spot. Zoom Meeting: 528 850 6207

7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, let’s discuss
“<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16601&qid=3463080>Blindness--Handicap
or Characteristic” By Kenneth Jernigan. This 1983
banquet address has become a cornerstone of the
Federation philosophy. Read it ahead of time and
come prepared with your comments and questions. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474

7:00 p.m. EDT | Braille Displays

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about
Braille displays such as the Focus 40. Bring your
questions and comments and let’s discuss. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474

Saturday, April 18

3:00 p.m. EDT | Yappy Hour

Sponsored by NADGU, an NFB division, join this
opportunity to connect for a social hour. Sharing
topics on favorite beverages, original food
creations, or answering questions about a dog
training or behavior concern. Zoom Meeting ID: 813 626 2789; Password: 62438

Monday, April 20

5:30 p.m. EDT | Healthy Communications Strategies

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join the discussion
on communications strategies. Zoom Meeting: 528 850 6207

Join a Zoom Meeting

To join a Zoom meeting via web, app, or phone,
add the corresponding meeting ID listed for the
event you are joining. For an accessible tutorial
of the Zoom platform, access the audiobook,
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Me in the Cloud.

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Share and Support

If you know about an upcoming Federation virtual
meeting to share please send the details to
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16444&qid=>communicationsteam at nfb.org.

If you know of a blind person who is facing
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