<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><br><br><div dir="ltr">Thank you<div><br></div><div>Jorge Hernandez </div></div><div dir="ltr"><br>Begin forwarded message:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><b>From:</b> Denise Valkema via NFBF-L <nfbf-l@nfbnet.org><br><b>Date:</b> April 10, 2020 at 8:14:05 PM EDT<br><b>To:</b> NFBF <nfbf-l@nfbnet.org>, NFBF <nfbf-leaders@nfbnet.org><br><b>Cc:</b> Denise Valkema <valkemadenise@aol.com><br><b>Subject:</b> <b>Re: [NFBF-L] NFBF 50th state convention postponed</b><br><b>Reply-To:</b> NFB of Florida Internet Mailing List <nfbf-l@nfbnet.org><br><br></div></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr"><span>Greetings federationists,</span><br><span></span><br><span>The NFBF 50th state convention scheduled for Memorial Day weekend has been postponed due to the current pandemic. President Riccobono has already shared the NFB stay on events has been extended to May 31, 2020 for now. Stay tuned for future updates. </span><br><span></span><br><span>Together, </span><br><span>Denise Valkema, President</span><br><span>National Federation of the Blind of Florida</span><br><span>President@nfbflorida.org</span><br><span>(305)972-8529</span><br><span>WWW.NFBFLORIDA.ORG</span><br><span>Follow us @nfbflorida</span><br><span>Live the life you want.</span><br><span></span><br><blockquote type="cite"><span>On Mar 13, 2020, at 9:21 AM, DENISE VALKEMA <valkemadenise@aol.com> wrote:</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Dear Florida federationists,</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Our 50th Anniversary State Convention is fast approaching, and we hope you are eager to attend.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>As spring is just a few weeks ahead, let’s all spring into action and register for the best State Convention ever!</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>When: Memorial Day Weekend May 22,2020 to May 25, 2020.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Where: Embassy Suites USF </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>3705 Spectrum Blvd.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Tampa, FL 33612</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span> Tel: 813 903 6602 </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span> Convention code: NFB Below is a unique reservation link to make reservations online. </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Reservation Deadline: May 4, 2020</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>The room rate is $110 plus tax. You can cancel a reservation 48 hours prior to arrival with no penalty. Overnight parking is provided at a discounted rate of $5/car/night. Guest room internet is provided complimentary to all attendees. Check in is at 4 pm and check out is at 11 am. Complimentary breakfast is served daily Mon-Fri from 6:30 am-9:30 am and Sat-Sun 7:00 am-10:00 am. Complimentary evening reception is available to all hotel guests daily. The hotel has a complimentary shuttle that provides service within a 3 mile radius of the hotel from 7 am-11 pm. </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Hotel Precautions and Policy Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>The hotel understands our concerns about the coronavirus and sent us the attached flyer. We are under contract obligations currently with no airport restrictions or quarantine. </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>Booking Link: https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/es/reservation/book.htm?inputModule=HOTEL&ctyhocn=TPAFRES&spec_plan=CESNFB&arrival=20200521&departure=20200125&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>How to Register!</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>This year we have “online” registration using the following link: https://nfbflorida2020.brownpapertickets.com or, you can call the following toll free number to register for convention, register for Senior Expo and purchase your banquet ticket: 1-800-838-3006. Here are the the instructions:</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span> 1. Please select the number of tickets for banquet</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>2. Select the number of tickets for convention registration.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>3. Select the number of tickets for the Senior Expo if you are attending the Expo.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>4. Select the size of t-shirt you will need. (please select one size only if you are registering yourself)</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>5. When adding the options to the shopping cart, please complete all fields:</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>a. First name</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>b. Last name</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>c. Company: use your chapter name I.E. Gainesville</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>d. City, state, zip</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>e. Email </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>f. Telephone/mobile</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>6. Complete purchase and verify that you have all the correct information before submitting the form.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>For multiple people registration:</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>7. Please select the number of tickets for banquet (the number of people who will attend)</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>8. Select the number of tickets for convention registration. (the number of people who will attend)</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>9. Select the number of tickets for the Senior Expo if you are attending the Expo. (the number of people who will attend)</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>10. Select the size of t-shirt you will need. (please select one size only for each person you are registering) </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>11. When adding the options to the shopping cart, please complete all fields:</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>g. You need to input each individual who you will be purchasing a ticket for.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>h. First name</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>i. Last name</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>j. Company is the chapter you are a member of I.E. Gainesville </span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>k. address</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>l. city, state, zip</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>m. Telephone/mobile</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>n. Email</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>12. Verify all information before submitting the order</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>We will have Golden Opportunities: Senior Possibilities Expo on Friday, May 22nd from 10 AM to 3 PM. Refreshments will be served. You can register for $5. If assistance is needed, email: info@nfb.org.</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>You can inquire about additional details on the 2020 Florida State Convention by visiting the updated web page at www.nfbflorida.org/convention</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><blockquote type="cite"><span>If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please email info@nfbflorida.org and we look forward in seeing all of you soon</span><br></blockquote></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span><Guest Communication_Prevention and Protection Plan.pdf></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span></span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>Together, </span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>Denise Valkema, President National Federation of the Blind of Florida </span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>(305)972-8529</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>president@nfbflorida.org</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>www.nfbflorida.org</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>Follow us @nfbflorida</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>You can live the life you want.</span><br></blockquote><blockquote type="cite"><span>The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.</span><br></blockquote><span>_______________________________________________</span><br><span>NFBF-L mailing list</span><br><span>NFBF-L@nfbnet.org</span><br><span>http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbf-l_nfbnet.org</span><br><span>To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for NFBF-L:</span><br><span>http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nfbf-l_nfbnet.org/jeh1065%40comcast.net</span><br></div></blockquote></body></html>