[nfbmi-talk] wood carving show happening in East Lansing

[Elizabeth Mohnke]

Hello Larry and All,

I think this is an interesting opportunity. However, I do not agree with the 
notion that the entrance fee is waved for those who are blind plus one 
companion.  I think this sets us up for the dangerous notion that we as 
blind people cannot be treated as equals, nor can we independently navigate 
an exhibit such as this one. Therefore, I do not see how we can promote such 
an event that promotes such low expectations for the blind. Has anyone from 
our organization tried to reach out and educate these people regarding the 
capabilities of the blind? if not, then what exactly are we doing as an 
organization? Just some thoughts to think about.

Warm regards,
Elizabeth

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From: "Larry Posont" <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, March 10, 2014 9:04 PM
To: <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
Subject: [nfbmi-talk] wood carving show happening in East Lansing

> National Federation of the Blind of Michigan
> 7189 Connors Rd.
> Munising, MI 49862
>
> March 10, 2014
>
> Dear Michigan Federationists:
>
>     Here is some information that I was sent about a wood carving
> show happening in East Lansing. This might be something that is worth
> checking out if you have an interest in the art of wood working or
> wood carving. The message is included below.
>
> Sincerely,
> Larry Posont
> President
> National Federation of the Blind of Michigan
> (906) 387-3546
> Email: president.nfb.mi at gmail.com
> Web page: www.nfbmi.org
>
> Munising home of the beautiful Pictured Rocks.
>
>
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> From: <erbisch at juno.com>
> Sent: Friday, March 07, 2014 6:47 PM
> To: <president.nfb.mi at gmail.com>
> Cc: <bobandjaneh at wowway.com>
> Subject: Wood Carving Show information
>
>
> Dear Mr. Posont,
>
> Recently we spoke about the Greater Lansing Woodcarver's show.  The show
> will have a section dedicated to the visually impaired where guests can
> touch, feel, handle and pick up the carvings.  We, the woodcarvers,
> believe dedicating a portion of the show for the visually impaired is
> quite unique and we want as many as possible to participate.  We are
> excited that your organization will be able to assist us in alerting
> others to this show.  The show will be held on April 19th in the Haslett
> High School gymnasium from 10am to 4pm.  Admission for visually impaired
> people and one companion for each has been waived.  The cost for others
> is $3.00.  In our phone conversation you said to send you some sort of
> announcement about the show and one is attached.  I have also attached
> directions for getting to the high school (printed announcements will
> have these directions on the back).  We really appreciate your efforts in
> helping us in this endeavor.
>
> I have contacted the Michigan Services for the Blind and will be taking
> them printed announcements for distribution.  If you could suggest other
> people and/or organizations that should receive information concerning
> the show please let me know.
>
> Thanks again for your assistance.
>
> Warm regards,
>
> Fred Erbisch
>
>
> Fred and Pam Erbisch
> 6036 Harkson Drive
> East Lansing, MI 48823
> 517 337-0778
>
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