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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'> Sheila Fulmore <spfulmore0402@gmail.com> <br><b>Sent:</b> Sunday, September 21, 2025 8:00 AM<br><b>To:</b> Kashonia Graham <kgraham0303@icloud.com>; Sam Rau <samdrau@gmail.com>; Patricia Pyle <patriciajpyle11@gmail.com>; Sanho Steele-Louchart <Sanho817@gmail.com>; Posont, Donna <donnabutterfly50@gmail.com><br><b>Subject:</b> Announcement<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><b>Please post to All your Social media avenues and pass on to your chapter/divisions and detroit membership at large. </b><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><b>Thank you</b><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><b>You're Invited!</b> <o:p></o:p></p></div><p><b>2025 State Convention \u2013 Restaurant Tour Night </b><br> <b>Thursday, October 30, 2025</b><br> An Evening of Food, Fellowship & Fun!<o:p></o:p></p><p>Please join us for an unforgettable evening of connection, great food, and laughter at one of the fantastic restaurants listed below. Each location will be hosted by a <b>Lead</b> a <b>Team Member</b> to make sure you're warmly welcomed and have an amazing time.<o:p></o:p></p><p>Below are your options for the evening. To attend, please <b>contact the Lead</b> of your preferred restaurant directly via email: on or before Wednesday, October 15th 2025.<o:p></o:p></p><p> <b>Restaurant Options & Leads</b><o:p></o:p></p><p><b><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Como's</span></u></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>In 2018, chefs Zack Sklar and Josh Humphrey re-opened Como's on Woodward and 9 Mile with the vision to renovate and revitalize one of the hottest spots in Metro Detroit. Enjoy Detroit's BEST deep dish pizza with one of over 20 beers on tap, have a private event upstairs in The Loft, or throw a party on the largest outdoor patio in town!</span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Menu Link: <b><a href="https://www.comosrestaurant.com/menu" target="_blank">https://www.comosrestaurant.com/menu</a></b></span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p>Lead: <b>Robert Parsons</b><br> Email: <a href="mailto:rob.parso3389@gmail.com" target="_blank">rob.parso3389@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><div><p><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><b><u><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Alfoccino Italian Restaurant</span></u></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Alfoccino Italian Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its delicious menu options. The spaghetti and meatballs, Linguini di Moore, veal Parmesan, and chicken piccata are all highly praised by customers. Everything is traditional Italian, and the bread is especially popular, described as little pillows covered with butter and lightly salted. Many diners enjoy multiple baskets, with some taking leftovers home for additional meals.</span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Menu Link: <a href="https://alfoccino.com/auburn-hills-alfoccino-italian-restaurant-food-menu" target="_blank">https://alfoccino.com/auburn-hills-alfoccino-italian-restaurant-food-menu</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Lead: <b>Felicia Bradford</b></span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:0in'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'> Email: <a href="mailto:fbradford47@icloud.com" target="_blank">fbradford47@icloud.com</a></span><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Rainforest Café \u2013 Great Lakes Crossing</span></b><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>You don\u2019t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It\u2019s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you\u2019re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. <br>Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It\u2019s not just another meal; it\u2019s an adventure! Don\u2019t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.<br>CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.</span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Rainforest Café- Great Lakes Crossing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Menu Link: </span><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><a href="https://www.rainforestcafe.com/location/rainforest-cafe-great-lakes-crossing-mi/#menus" target="_blank">https://www.rainforestcafe.com/location/rainforest-cafe-great-lakes-crossing-mi/#menus</a></span></b><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Lead: <b>Damontae Scott</b><br> Email: <a href="mailto:lennysox@icloud.com">lennysox@icloud.com</a><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><b>Woodward\u2019s</b><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>American </span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Savor the down-to-earth offerings of Woodward\u2019s, our on-site restaurant. Thoughtfully prepared comfort food and craft cocktails in our relaxing indoor space or outdoor patio are the perfect way to stay satisfied during your time in Auburn Hills. </span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Woodward's</span></b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>, an extraordinary dining experience nestled within the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac at <i>3600 Centerpoint Pkwy, Pontiac, MI</i>. If you are searching for a hidden gem that combines exceptional cuisine with warm hospitality, look no further. Woodward's not only serves as a destination for hungry travelers but also captures the hearts of locals with its remarkable food and attentive service.</span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-bottom:8.0pt'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><a href="https://woodwards.res-menu.com/menu" target="_blank">Menu Link: https://woodwards.res-menu.com/men</a></span><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal>Lead: <b>Sheila Fulmore</b><br>Email: <a href="mailto:spfulmore0402@gmail.com">spfulmore0402@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p><b>Convention Reminder</b> <o:p></o:p></p><p>Once we\u2019ve satisfied our appetites, don\u2019t forget the main course: the <b>2025 State Convention!</b><o:p></o:p></p><p>If you haven\u2019t registered yet, there\u2019s still time!<br><b>Pre-register by October 15</b> for just <b>$15</b>!<o:p></o:p></p><p>The registration page includes:<o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Details on the Motown/Soul Train-themed <b>NFBMI Style</b> celebration<o:p></o:p></li><li style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'> DJ music, delicious appetizers, and an amazing MC<o:p></o:p></li><li style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Hotel booking link<o:p></o:p></li><li style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'>Full convention schedule<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p> <b>Click here to register </b><a href="http://www.nfbmi.org/convention">http://www.nfbmi.org/convention</a><b> and learn more</b><o:p></o:p></p><p>Let\u2019s make this year\u2019s convention unforgettable starting with great food and great people.<o:p></o:p></p><p><b>See you there!</b><o:p></o:p></p><p><b>Sheila Fulmore</b><o:p></o:p></p><p><b>Convention Coordinator NFBMI</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></div></div></body></html>