[NFB_of_Georgia] Fwd: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events

Wed Apr 22 20:13:56 UTC 2020

Hello NFBGA, here are the virtual workshops for this week.  Please share
with members.

Stay safe!

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From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
Date: Wed, Apr 22, 2020 at 3:15 PM
Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
To: Dorothy Griffin <dgriffin at nfbga.org>

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Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings

The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect and protect blind
people through our nationwide network. The following virtual gatherings are
open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below.
*Wednesday, April 22* *5:30 p.m. EDT | Book Discussion*

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this discussion of the book and
subject “Navigating
Healthcare When All They Can See Is That You Can't
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16699&qid=3519298>,”
by Deborah Kendrick.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: 16468769923,,5288506207#
*6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act with guest, Commissioner Janet LaBreck, Rehabilitation
Services, US Department of Education.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888.
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

*7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday*
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join for a seven-minute body weight only
workout. Learn the moves, do the workout, and discuss ways to modify this
workout for your fitness level. This workout is great for all fitness
levels.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday*

Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, attend this session to stretch and warm up for
a low impact exercise followed by a discussion on healthy eating.
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Blind Students Soundboard*

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
discuss accessibility in the classroom throughout this distant learning
time. For students, parents, educators, and interested minds struggling
with accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#
*Thursday, April 23* *11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16700&qid=3519298>:
Celebrating National Picnic Day*

Join this interactive lesson that will discuss preparing and going on a
picnic. Picnics provide a wonderful opportunity to develop and practice
blindness skills in a fun way.
Zoom Meeting ID: 520 172 3847
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5201723847#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | HumanWare Showcase #1 *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, Joel Zimba from HumanWare will
demonstrate the HW Buddy App running on a BrailleNote Touch Plus.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888.
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16701&qid=3519298>
Discussions: Sharp Knives and Chickens*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we listen to and
then discuss the Kernel Book story "Sharp Knives and Chickens
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16702&qid=3519298>"
by Elsie Hiebert Lamp.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Travel Thursday*

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn some basic cane travel technique or
share advice on techniques. Cane travel instructor David Nietfeld will
introduce audio travel lessons and shares his expertise.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*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: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16703&qid=3519298>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | All About Braille*

Sponsored by NFB of Oklahoma, join a panel of Braille readers for tips,
tricks, and resources on learning Braille or improving your skills. We’ll
discuss the importance of Braille literacy and talk about how we use
Braille on a daily basis.
Zoom Meeting ID: 597 239 273
One tap mobile: +14086380968,,597239273#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Higher Education Discussion*

Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, discuss higher education related issues.
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Discussion: The Future of the Federation*

Sponsored by NFB of Florida, join this discussion of Dr. Jacobus tenBroek’s
1966 banquet address titled “The Future of the Federation
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16704&qid=3519298>.”
Zoom Meeting ID: 959 6429 5244
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,95964295244#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Meals: Plan, Prep, Preserve*

Sponsored by NFB of Louisiana/Louisiana Center for the Blind, learn how to
plan meals effectively and find creative ways to make what is available at
the store work for you. Share ideas about how to preserve the food you buy
and stretch it to make it go further.
Meeting ID: 927 7626 6822
Password: 778773
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,92776266822#,,#,778773#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Book Club*

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
dive into some great literature and discuss the themes and messages. This
week’s book is “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls.
Zoom Meeting ID:  614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
*9:00 p.m. EDT | Salsa Dancing*

Sponsored by NFB Performing Arts Division, attend this Salsa Dancing
Workshop that will cover a few basic steps of salsa, a spunky, spicy,
Latin-inspired dance. No prior experience necessary. All steps will be
taught thoroughly and verbally.
Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,9463272523#
*Friday, April 24* *12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training (Advanced)*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the JAWS screen reading
application with a certified trainer. Learn to operate a computer on
Windows 10 and Office 365.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of reading favorite
stories for kids in Braille.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | Using Smart Home Technology *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, take a virtual tour of the fifty-plus
sensors and devices that can make up a home automation system.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about NVDA, the free screen reader
for Windows.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday *

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join this discussion on questions such as:
Would you let a blind person take care of your newborn? Would you use a
blind person for home repairs? Would you let a blind hair dresser cut or
color your hair? We will consider these questions and more.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Angel Towel Origami*

Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, learn how to make angels out of towel art.
Items needed: one rectangular kitchen towel, one square kitchen cloth, one
square potholder, five rubber bands, and a long ribbon (optional).
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
*Saturday, April 25* *4:00 p.m. EDT | Parents Corner*

Sponsored by NFB of California Parents of Blind Children Division, share
experiences and offer support to one another in regards to distance
learning. Topics include but not limited to IEP’s, accessibility, and
children’s social and emotional development and well-being during school
closures.
Zoom Meeting ID: 209 589 6058
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,2095896058#,,#,4187#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Chill Zone*

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
take a little bit of time to relax and unwind with this casual meetup.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#
*Monday, April 27* *12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation*

Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this casual discussion with your favorite
cup of coffee or beverage.
Zoom Meeting ID: 423 336 763
Password: 420120
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,423336763#,,#,420120#
*12:00 p.m. EDT | Beginner JAWS Training *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities and usability of
the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. Mondays will be
devoted to beginner-level JAWS skills.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss legislative issues facing blind
Americans, laws affecting the education of your blind children, and more.
Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any form
of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her at: vp2 at nfbp.org
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16705&qid=3519298>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share your favorite books and reading
media. Have you discovered any new favorites recently at home while
practicing social distancing?
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:30 p.m. EDT | Be My Eyes and Audio Gaming*

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this call to discuss the app Be My Eyes
and audio gaming.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: 16468769923,,5288506207#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Learn and Practice Zoom*

Sponsored by NFB of Florida, get more practice with Zoom so you can easily
participate on these calls and virtual meetings.
Zoom Meeting ID: 976 2339 2098
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,97623392098#
*Tuesday, April 28* *11:00 a.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16706&qid=3519298>:
Web Accessibility*

Join this two-part workshop for an intro in nonvisual access and how to
manually test a website. Registration required for accessibility boutiques
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16706&qid=3519298>.
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of reading favorite
stories for kids in Braille.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16701&qid=3519298>
Discussion*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we listen to and
then discuss a Kernel Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Yoga*

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
connect with your inner Zen and release all the tension built up during
these trying times.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
*9:00 p.m. EDT | Improv Workshop*

Sponsored by the NFB Performing Arts Division, attend this entertaining and
interactive session on an exhilarating performing art. Anything can happen,
and you can be a part of the fun.
Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,9463272523#
*Join a Zoom Meeting*

To join a Zoom meeting via web or phone, click on the following Zoom link,
dial the appropriate phone number, or hit one-tap mobile, and add the
corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you are joining. For an
accessible tutorial of the Zoom platform, access the audiobook, *Meet Me in
the Cloud*
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16449&qid=>.
*Web*

https://zoom.us/j
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*Dial by Your Location*

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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)

+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

+1 253 215 8782 US

+1 301 715 8592 US

Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab3E5IUcW
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*Share and Support*

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

If you know of a blind person who is facing adversity because of COVID-19
please email nfb at nfb.org
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Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with a donation today
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Your gifts continue to work during this time of uncertainty. Thank you for
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Dorothy Griffin - President
National Federation of the Blind of Georgia
dgriffin at nfbga.org
770-374-4832

The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the
characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the
expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles
between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back.