[NFBMI-Talk] Butterflies are Blooming
rob.parso3389 at gmail.com
rob.parso3389 at gmail.com
Fri Apr 11 17:52:37 UTC 2025
This is truly uplifting news and it's great to know how much awesome programming the At Large chapter and members are accomplishing statewide. Thank you, Donna and Sam, as well as all of our members for representing our affiliate this way. It brings us even more pride to know how much cross-promotion about our other programs, like the 2025 REAL program, our NFBMI scholarship program and our national convention, that occur at events like these in conversation. I look forward to all the great programs we continue to lead or get involved with.
With Love,
Robert
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Subject: Re: [NFBMI-Talk] Butterflies are Blooming
Thanks so much to all for making this happen, and I hope you all enjoyed yrselves as much as I did. At first I was like "butterfly garden, meh, probably not" but I went and it truly impacted me. I'm grateful that NFB is organizing more events like this, and I think it's more important than ever to have these kinds of experiences on the way to truly living the lives we want. I strongly encourage everyone to experience what these outings have to offer; make the effort to make it happen for yourself. Let's build that future; and let's go build the federation.
On Fri, Apr 11, 2025 at 10:40=E2=80=AFAM Donna Posont via NFBMI-Talk < nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hello Friends,
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> Thanks so much for those who participated in the Butterfly inclusion
> nigh=
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> at the Meijer Gardens last night. It was a glorious time to experience
> th=
> wonder of nature and have the opportunity to observe on our own terms.
> It was also great to see lots of blind people from various parts of
> the stat=
e
> and even enjoy seeing children using their canes to explore. Stay
> tuned for more exciting adventures sponsored by the National
> Federation of the Bli=
nd
> of Michigan Members at Large chapter. We will plan another outing in a
> fe=
w
> months enabling participants of the Members at Large chapter to meet
> and greet since we are located in various parts of Michigan and beyond.
>
> Thanks and Blessings,
>
> Donna Posont
>
>
>
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> Cc: Butterfly night-Members at Large outing
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> Greetings,
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> This Thursday the Members at Large chapter is inviting you to join us
> fo=
r
> a
> fascinating, fun-filled evening of fellowship at Meijer Gardens in
> Grand Rapids.
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> Inclusive Nights | Blind or Low Vision
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> Inclusive Nights s| Blind or Low Vision
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> Fred & Dorothy Fitcher Butterflies are Blooming
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> Join us for a special after-hours event=E2=80=94designed for visitors
> who=
are blind
> or have low vision and their guests=E2=80=94during the Fred & Dorothy
> Fic=
hter
> Butterflies Are Blooming exhibition. Experience the magic of
> Michigan=E2=
=80=99s
> largest tropical conservatory through guided conversation, touchable
> sculptures and materials, and vivid descriptions of the lush
> surroundings and fluttering butterflies. This inclusive evening offers
> a unique way to connect with nature and art in a welcoming, accessible environment.
>
> Know Before You Go
>
> Event Details
>
> * Doors open at 6 pm for this event.
> * Registration is required.
> * Visitors who are blind or low vision may register themselves and =
up
> to four guests. Parents may register for their children.
> * This is an open house event. Feel free to arrive up until 7:30 pm=
.
> * Light packaged salty snacks and juice will be provided.
> * The James & Shirley Balk Caf=C3=A9 will be closed.
> * The DeVos=E2=80=93Keeler Gift Shop will be closed.
> * The outdoor Sculpture Park will be open.
>
> What to Expect
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> * Tickets will be scanned at the door for entry.
> * Staff and volunteers are available as human guides.
> * Posted signs and staff and volunteers posted throughout the space
> will provide wayfinding and guidance.
> * Staff and volunteers stationed at several carts will have engagin=
g
> tactile materials to touch and explore.
> * Gloves are available to touch some sculptures.
> * Reduced noise and smaller crowds allow for better access and a mo=
re
> engaging experience.
> * Quiet spaces are available for breaks if needed.
> * Temperature in the Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory is kept at 8=
5
> degrees, with 70% humidity.
> * Dress in layers. A coat rack is available outside the conservator=
y.
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> Plan Ahead
>
> * Bring essentials: Pack your own navigation tools and magnificatio=
n
> devices.
> * Wagons and strollers are allowed. A limited number of wheelchairs
> are available.
> * Butterflies are attracted to bright hues. If you would like to
> encourage the possibility of a butterfly landing on you, wear brightly
> colored clothing.
> * Butterflies do not bite! If a butterfly lands on you, enjoy the
> moment. Then lightly brush the butterfly away when you are ready.
> * Additional accommodations can be requested within registration.
> * We have an app! Visit the App Store- New Window
> <https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meijer-gardens/id6654930413> or Google
> Play-
> New Window
> <
> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=3Dcom.cuseum.frederikMei
> jer=
Gard
> ensAndSculpturePark&pcampaignid=3Dweb_share
> <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=3Dcom.cuseum.frederikMe
> ije=
rGardensAndSculpturePark&pcampaignid=3Dweb_share>>
> to download and explore our app
> before you visit.
> * View more information about our spaces and accessibility features
> here <https://www.meijergardens.org/plan/accessibility/> .
>
> * search -+ Add to Google Calendar- New Window
> * + iCal / Outlook export
> <https://www.meijergardens.org/?method=3Dical&id=3D17345&occurrence=3D
> 202=
5-04-10>
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> Tags: Spring <https://www.meijergardens.org/tag/spring/>
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>
>
> Date
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> Apr 10 2025
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> Time
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> 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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> More Info
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> cart -Register Here- New Window
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41e2
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