[NFB-of-Delaware] FW: [Chapter-Presidents] March 2026 National Federation of the Blind of NJ Meeting Schedule

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Hello NFB DE members and friends…

 

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From: Chapter-Presidents <chapter-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of NFB of NJ President via Chapter-Presidents
Sent: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:03 AM
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Subject: [Chapter-Presidents] March 2026 National Federation of the Blind of NJ Meeting Schedule

 


Greetings,


 

We are pleased to share the NFB of New Jersey's March meeting schedule. All meetings and events listed are open to members, supporters, and anyone interested in learning more about the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey.

March offers many opportunities to connect, engage, and get involved with our affiliate committees and groups across the state. We encourage you to attend, invite others, and continue strengthening our movement together.

The full schedule is pasted below for your convenience, and a Word version is also attached for easy reference and distribution. All meetings will be held via the NFB of NJ Zoom platform.

Please review the complete March meeting schedule below and mark your calendars accordingly.

Warmly,
Linda Melendez, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
Phone: 908-590-1747
Email:  <mailto:president at nfbnj.org> president at nfbnj.org

 


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Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Technology Committee Meeting


Date: Monday, Mar 9, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email:  <mailto:tech at nfbnj.org> tech at nfbnj.org 

 


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Senior Committee Book Club


Date: Monday, Mar 16, 2026
Time: 10 AM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email:  <mailto:seniors at nfbnj.org> seniors at nfbnj.org 

 <https://nlsbard.loc.gov/bard2-web/search/DB133500/?prevPage=search_books&from=%2Fsearch%2Fresults%2F%3Ftype%3Dbook%26initialFormat%3Daudio%26search%3D%2522Twice%2522%26initialLanguage%3Den> Twice: a novel DB133500

Author: Albom, Mitch
Reading Time: 6 hours, 27 minutes
Production: National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, Library of Congress
Read by: Mitch Albom
Subjects: Bestsellers, Human Relations, Fantasy Fiction, Romance
Downloaded: 01/31/2026

"When he is eight years old, Alfie Logan discovers the magical ability to get a second chance at everything. He can undo any moment and live it again. The one catch: he must accept the consequences of his second try -- for better or worse. He grows up, correcting his mistakes and avoiding adolescent embarrassments. He even takes foolishly dangerous risks just to see what it's like to come close to death before tapping back to safety. Eventually, Alfie turns his gift to his love life, studying his crushes and going back to make himself more appealing. In time, he falls deeply in love with Gianna, the woman he believes is the one. He seems to find contentment. But as the years pass, Alfie's eye begins to wander. Which is when he learns a lone caveat to his power: once he undoes a love, that person can never fall in love with him again. Knowing if he gives into to temptation, he will risk losing what he has with Gianna, Alfie makes a choice that changes his life forever. The book begins many years later, after an ailing Alfie is arrested for allegedly cheating and winning millions at a casino roulette wheel. As a curious detective interrogates him, he slowly uncovers Alfie's incredible story, and its most unlikely conclusion. In Twice, America's favorite storyteller, Mitch Albom, is at the top of his powers. A love story that is enchanting, probing, and clairvoyant in matters of the heart, Twice will make you think, weep, and overflow with love from beginning to end." -- From publisher. Unrated. Commercial audiobook. Bestseller.

New York: HarperCollins, 2025.


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Senior Committee


Date: Monday, Mar 16, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email:  <mailto:seniors at nfbnj.org> seniors at nfbnj.org

The Senior meetings will again meet up on the third Monday of each month, January through June. Looking forward to our chat together.


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Guide Dog Group 


Date: Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Facilitator: Tracy Carcione
Email:  <mailto:guidedog at nfbnj.org> guidedog at nfbnj.org 

President Melendez has asked me to facilitate the reestablishment of the NFB of New Jersey Guide Dog Group. At our first meeting, members of The Seeing Eye’s Advocacy Department will join us to share updates on current legislative efforts to improve accessibility for guide dog users in New Jersey. We will also discuss future meeting topics and how our group can help strengthen and grow NFBNJ. Possible discussion ideas include Uber and Lyft policies affecting guide dog users and strategies for managing rising veterinary care costs. I welcome additional suggestions and look forward to our first meeting together.


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Blind Professionals Group


Date: Tuesday, Mar 19, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Email:  <mailto:blindprofessionals at nfbnj.org> blindprofessionals at nfbnj.org 

Have you ever avoided a tough conversation at work, or wished you had handled one differently? Join the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey’s Blind Professionals Group on Thursday, March 19th at 7 PM for Courageous Conversations: How Leaders Handle the Hard Stuff, an interactive session focused on building the communication skills every leader needs. Together, we’ll explore how to give constructive feedback, address unmet expectations, advocate for accessibility, and set boundaries with confidence and professionalism. Through practical scenarios and small-group discussion, you’ll gain tools you can immediately apply in the workplace and within our volunteer community.


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of Legislation 


Date:  Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Facilitator: Clarke King, Affiliate Legislation Director & Linda Melendez
Email:  <mailto:director.legislation at nfbnj.org> director.legislation at nfbnj.org 

Join our Legislative Director for an in-depth discussion of our 2026 federal and state legislative strategy. Learn about our policy priorities, advocacy plans, and how our affiliate is working to advance meaningful change at both the national and state levels. This session will provide insight into key initiatives and opportunities for members to get involved.


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Braille Group 


Date: Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom 
Email:  <mailto:braille at nfbnj.org> braille at nfbnj.org 

The Braille Group Meeting will provide an opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful discussion about braille technology and advocacy efforts, including sharing their favorite braille displays, discussing the features they find most helpful, and exchanging practical experiences using these devices in school, work, and daily life. We will also talk about how advocacy efforts made a significant difference in preserving CBVI staff positions and highlight the importance of continued community involvement and collective action to protect vital services for blind and visually impaired individuals.

 

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