[NFBF-Melbourne] FW: [NFBF-Leaders] Fwd: [NFBF-L] NFBF 2020 History Project Conference Call -- Everyone is invited

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For your information. 

Camille 

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From: NFBF-Leaders <nfbf-leaders-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of DENISE
VALKEMA via NFBF-Leaders
Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2020 10:03 AM
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Cc: DENISE VALKEMA <valkemadenise at aol.com>
Subject: [NFBF-Leaders] Fwd: [NFBF-L] NFBF 2020 History Project Conference
Call -- Everyone is invited

Greetings fellow Federation members, 
> 
> 
> 
> You are all invited to the first in a limited number of very special 
> conference calls, tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15, at 8:00 PM Eastern
time.
> The reason for these calls is to gather your memories, impressions, 
> and accounts of the accomplishments and happenings of the National 
> Federation of the Blind of Florida. Please read on.
> 
> 
> 
> The National Federation of the Blind of Florida was founded almost 50 
> years ago. If you have been a member of the NFBF for any length of 
> time at all, you know that the organization has a long and eventful 
> history, and that the organization celebrates that history.
> 
> 
> 
> We want to preserve our history for the years and decades to come. 
> But, to do that, this history must first be captured and recorded and 
> displayed for all to see. This is a project to which we can all 
> contribute. And, I think it will be a lot of fun or everyone involved.
> 
> 
> 
> The National Federation of the Blind of Florida was founded in 1970. 
> That means, when we all attend the 2020 NFBF State Convention, the 
> affiliate will be 50 years old. Think of it - fifty years of the 
> National Federation of the Blind of Florida. A lot of people have been 
> involved with our organization through all of those years. Some of 
> them have passed on. But many of us are still here and we all have stories
to tell.
> 
> 
> 
> NFBF President Denise Valkema has tasked me with creating a 
> presentation of or NFBF history for our 50th annual convention in 
> 2020. This is an exciting project, but I cannot do it alone. I will need
your help.
> 
> 
> 
> I believe that the model that best suits the preservation of our story 
> is the oral history. Our project will mostly be in written form, but 
> we may include audio and video recordings.
> 
> 
> 
> What I am asking you to do is to call in tomorrow night and contribute 
> your memories, your stories, and your accounts of the NFBF. Think back 
> to your experiences with the organization. Don't worry if you can't 
> think of anything in particular, listening to the recollections of 
> others will help to spark your own memories. Don't worry if you can't 
> pinpoint where or when the event took place. Others on the call may be 
> able to help with placing your memories in time and location.
> 
> 
> 
> To make this even more fun and exciting, there will be a drawing from 
> among the names of everyone who participates and five winners will 
> each receive a
> $10.00 Amazon gift card! The drawing will take place at the upcoming 
> NFBF State Convention, but you need not be present to win.
> 
> 
> 
> Here is the information you will need to call in:
> 
> 
> 
> Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at 8:00 PM. 
> 
> Phone: 712-775-7031
> 
> Code: 938047311#
> 
> If using a smartphone, just tap this shortcut: 
> 712-775-7031,,938047311#
> 
> 
> 
> This call will be recorded. If the line is busy, please keep trying 
> until you get in.
> 
> 
> 
> If you have any questions, please write to me at 
> <mailto:history at nfbflorida.org> history at nfbflorida.org or 
> <mailto:danjhicks at gmail.com> danjhicks at gmail.com with the word 
> "History" in the subject line.
> 
> 
> 
> I look forward to speaking with all of you and I look forward to your 
> memories and ideas.
> 
> 
> 
> Dan Hicks
> 
> NFBF 2020 History Project Chairperson
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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