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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Friends,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please note that the deadline to reserve your hotel room for the state convention is quickly approaching on October 15. Be sure to <a href="http://www.nfbcal.org/convention/">register</a> and book your room now to ensure you get one of the group rate hotel rooms before they are gone. Also, please help us spread the word to find our favorite convention sponsors and exhibiters. The <a href="https://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com/forms/vendor_application">exhibiter and sponsor forms</a> are posted on the <a href="http://www.nfbcal.org/convention/">convention landing page</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Qualified blind students should apply for our <a href="http://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com/forms/nfbc_scholarship_form">scholarship program</a> before October 20. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The resolutions committee seeks proposed resolutions for consideration at our state convention. Members should send an email to our resolutions committee chair, Bryan Bashin, at <a href="mailto:BBashin@lighthouse-sf.org">BBashin@lighthouse-sf.org</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chapters and divisions should begin assembling their auction baskets and donations for our fundraising efforts during the convention. Karen Steele and Michael Richardson are coordinating the baskets and can be reached respectively at <a href="mailto:karenjsteele@yahoo.com">karenjsteele@yahoo.com</a>> and <a href="mailto:Michaeljr66@yahoo.com">Michaeljr66@yahoo.com</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Chapters and divisions are also encouraged to bring desirable items to be offered as door prizes. You can drop your fabulous door prizes off with Tiffany Manosh on site at the door prize table.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This is going to be one of our best conventions yet. Don’t miss out!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tim Elder, President, National Federation of the Blind of California<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:president@nfbcal.org">president@nfbcal.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>(916) 382-0372<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Bakersfield Chapter has two events going on this month. On October 2, Friday, the chapter members will be participating in the Disability Awareness Day at Bakersfield Community College from 7:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. They will be presenting demonstrations using AIRA and showing how different types of magnifiers work, making braille cards, and handing out literature from the National Federation of the Blind. The address is 1801 Panorama Dr., Bakersfield. <span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>on October 11, Friday, fellow chapter members Virginia Elliott and Veronica Martinez, will be going to Veterans Elementary School, 6301 Old Farm Road, Bakersfield for Meet The Blind Month. They will read from a Twin Vision book, demonstrate how to properly use a white cane and show how a guide dog will guide a blind person in the classroom. The time is at 10:00 a.m. to approximately 11:30 a.m.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Veronica Martinez, President, Bakersfield Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>661.742.4181<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:veronica38martinez@gmail.com">veronica38martinez@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=p1><span class=s1>Riverside san Bernardino chapter would like for you to join them for a fundraising event. At Chili’s restaurant on Thursday, October 3, from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The address is 475 E. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino. For more information or flyer contact Barbara Harrison 323.691.3948 or Kelly Hill 909.831.8828 </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:13.0pt'>Carmen M. Weatherly, president, </span>Riverside-San Bernardino Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>C: 909.486.2004 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>E: <a href="mailto:cweatherly101@gmail.com">cweatherly101@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>On October 5, the San Fernando Valley Chapter will host a fundraiser! At the Bob’s Big Boy restaurant, 4211 W. Riverside Drive, Burbank. (The cross street is Rose Ave.) An area has been reserved with a time of 5:00 p.m. How this fundraiser works is that you purchase Bob’s Big Boy gift certificates from the chapter either with cash, check (made out to the SFV Chapter) or by PayPal. The chapter purchases the certificates ahead of time with a 40% discount to the chapter. when you receive your bill, purchase enough certificates to cover your total bill and your tip and give it all to the cashier in the lobby when you leave.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Robert Stigile, President, San Fernando Valley Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Second Vice-President, National Federation of the Blind of California<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>818.381.9568<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:rstigile@gmail.com">rstigile@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p>The San Joaquin County Chapter invites you to celebrate “Meet the Blind Month” with them! On Saturday, October 5, from 10:00 a.m. until <o:p></o:p></p><p>2:00 p.m. They will host a table at the Multicultural Health & Resource Fair in the Lord’s Gym, 848 E. Hammer Lane, Stockton. sharing information and writing names in braille.<o:p></o:p></p><p><o:p> </o:p></p><p>On October 11, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., chapter members will hand out “Etiquette of Blindness” information, National Federation of the Blind brochures and flyers for the White Cane Awareness Walk at three locations. The first location is Whirlow’s Restaurant at the San Joaquin RTD’s Union Station. The second is at the Downtown Transit Center. The third is Hammer Triangle and Transfer Station.<o:p></o:p></p><p>On October 15, the chapter will hold their White Cane Awareness Walk & Celebration from Noon to 1:00 p.m. The event kicks off with a ceremony at Caldwell Park, 3021 Pacific Ave., Stockton and ends at Whirlow’s Restaurant, 1926 Pacific Ave. in support of our all-day 20% fundraising <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Joga Singh, President, San Joaquin County Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'>209.203.2106<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The Pathfinders Chapter Los Angeles invites you to join them on their Viejas Casino and outlet mall trip on Saturday, October 5, from 7:30 a.m. until 6:30p.m. They will meet at the greenline park-and-ride at 11901 South Crenshaw Blvd., Hawthorne, CA. Cross street 120th St. Donation is $21. There will be no refunds. You must be 21 years of age and have a valid Government issued ID. For more information please contact Charlotte Caroll at C: 310.625.6558 <a href="mailto:charlottec916@gmail.com">charlottec916@gmail.com</a> or <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Jannette Stewart at c: 310.293.1053 <a href="mailto:Titostewart08@gmail.com">Titostewart08@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Rochelle Houston, <span style='font-size:13.0pt'>First Vice-President,</span> National Federation of the Blind of California<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President, Pathfinder Chapter Los Angeles<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:rhouston58@gmail.com">rhouston58@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>323.807.0300<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>The Central Valley Chapter will have a booth at the Modesto Farmer's Market (on 16th Street, between H Street and I Street) on October 10, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. for “Meet The Blind Month”. Chapter members will be demonstrating Braille, accessible technology, and of course, the white cane. Stop by and get some of your questions answered, or just to say “hello”.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>On October 23, the Central Valley Chapter will have a fundraiser at The Habit Burger Grill at 1801 McHenry Ave., Modesto. Stop by between 5:00 p.m. and <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>10:00 p.m. to enjoy some delicious food and good company, and 20% of your purchase will go to their chapter. They hope to see you there!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>Rachel Grider, President, Central Valley Chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>209.602.1258 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><a href="mailto:Rachel.Grider@gmail.com">Rachel.Grider@gmail.com</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>Come celebrate White Cane Safety Day with the Inland Empire Chapter. The purpose of this Walk a Mile in My Shoes event is to bring awareness to the community. Our expectation is to have all sighted attendees to interact with blind technology and to take the Walk a Mile in My Shoes blindfold challenge. You are cordially invited to the Walk A Mile In My Shoes Event On October 19, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Ever Lee Hairston, Board Member, National Federation of the Blind will be speaking about “Success Over Adversity”. Held at the Inland Empire Lighthouse for the Blind 359 Park Center Circle, San Bernardino, 92408. Please email your contact information to <a href="mailto:nfbci.e.chapter10@gmail.com">nfbci.e.chapter10@gmail.com</a> or leave a message with Lori Dunlap, Chapter Outreach Coordinator, 909-414-6151. LETS HAVE SOME FUN!!!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>Cheryl Thurston, President, Inland Empire Chapter <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText> Board Member, National Federation of the Blind of California <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText> 909.821.9589<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><a href="mailto:Cthurston74@gmail.com">Cthurston74@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Joy Stigile, Editor<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nations blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>