[NFB_of_Georgia] Fwd: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events

Wed May 13 16:43:34 UTC 2020

Recap of Virtual Calls for this event.

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From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
Date: Wed, May 13, 2020 at 12:15 PM
Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
To: National Federation of the Blind of Georgia <dgriffin at nfbga.org>

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*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 virtual gatherings are
open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below.
*Wednesday, May 13* *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#
*2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss legislative issues facing
blind Americans, laws affecting the education of blind children, and our
NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)® programs scheduled
for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and anyone interested
in the topics of legislation, parenting, and education are encouraged to
join us. 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=16877&qid=3632997>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers*

Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break
through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on your
progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive,
non-judgmental environment.
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
Password: 071615
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Smart Phones, Oh My! *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate the iPhone using
Voice Over as a beginner and explore commonly used already built-in apps,
like text messaging, Apple Mail, the calendar, FaceTime, contacts, notes,
the App store, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Safari, Siri, and the health apps.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call to discuss what is
informed choice and how it can be incorporated into your Individualized
Plan for Employment (IPE).
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday*

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, participate in an all-levels full-body
stretch. At 7:45 p.m. EDT we will have an advanced full-body workout.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*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 distance learning
time. For students, parents, educators, and interested minds struggling
with accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#

*Thursday, May 14*
*11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education
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Interactive Lesson: Labeling*

Each week participate in an activity designed to enhance the education of
blind children. This week is all about labeling.
Zoom Meeting ID: 956 4857 5316
Password: 53276
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,95648575316#,,#,53276#
*5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: Ice Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and
Worms
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3632997>*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we listen to and
then discuss the Kernel Book story “Ice Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and Worms
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3632997>”
by Kevan Worley, which appears in *Beyond the Funny Tree*.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about specific iOS apps, how
to get them, how to download them, what they are for, and how to use them.
One app to be presented at a time. If you have suggestions for apps to be
featured please email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16880&qid=3632997>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Eating in the Pandemic*

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, let’s talk about eating during the pandemic.
We will discuss everything from how to get groceries to how to keep our
over-snacking in check.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*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 “Lock In” by John Scalzi.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
*8:00 p.m. EDT | Cochlear Implants Discussion*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, attend this event to learn from a
Federationist’s personal experience of getting cochlear implants for
hearing loss.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*9:00 p.m. EDT | Unusual Useful Apps*

Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, come and join this conversation to learn
about useful apps that few people may know about. Tell us what apps you use
which have not been very well promoted but should be.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#
*Friday, May 15* *12:00 p.m. EDT | Advanced JAWS Training*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we explore the capabilities
and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application.
Fridays are devoted to advanced JAWS skills.
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 and stretching
exercises.
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#
*5:30 p.m. EDT | Let’s Laugh*

Sponsored by NFB of New York, bring your funny stories and experiences and
share with others. Come on, we’ve all been there so let’s laugh at
ourselves.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday*

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join us for a lively discussion centered
around our Federation philosophy.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
*7:00 p.m. EDT | Circle of Support *

Sponsored by NFB of California, share and gain support and ideas from our
peers about the multitude of things that we are encountering in our lives
at this time.
Zoom Meeting ID: 321 763 502
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,321763502#,,#,4187#
*Saturday, May 16* *2:00 p.m. EDT | Victor Stream*

Sponsored by NFB of Maryland, learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream to
organize information. You can use bookmarks, highlight bookmarks, and audio
bookmarks to find the information you want quickly. Joel Zimba of HumanWare
will show us how to use these features for greater productivity.
Zoom Meeting ID: 624 813 8327
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,6248138327#
*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 are not limited to IEPs, 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, May 18* *12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation*

Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this 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 | Jaws Training *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities and usability of
the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. We will be working
with the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888
*1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this time for learning and doing
yoga exercises, breathing techniques, and meditations. It will be a time
for everyone to let go of their stress and frustration. The immune system
is proven to work more optimally under little to no stress.
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=16877&qid=3632997>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*5:30 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: Tapping the Charcoal
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3632997>*

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this discussion on the entire book
of “Tapping
the Charcoal
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3632997>
.”
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#
*7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk*

Sponsored by NFB of California, explore all that your smart phone can do
for you. Questions can include, but are not limited to, using the Zoom app,
sending text messages, downloading content, and anything else you can think
of. You can email questions ahead of time to rkcole72984 at gmail.com
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16892&qid=3632997>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
Password: 009343
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#
*Tuesday, May 19* *5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we read and discuss a Kernel
Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*Wednesday, May 20* *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#
*2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss legislative issues facing
blind Americans, laws affecting the education of blind children, and our
NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)® programs scheduled
for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and anyone interested
in the topics of legislation, parenting, and education are encouraged to
join us. 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=16877&qid=3632997>.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker*

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers*

Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break
through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on your
progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive,
non-judgmental environment.
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
Password: 071615
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
*6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System *

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, to learn about vocational rehabilitation
and how it can help you reach your personal goals.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
*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*
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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.