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Fellow Federationists, <br><br>
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We are nearing the end of another action-packed Meet the Blind Month
campaign. This year members from over twenty affiliates worked to change
what it means to be blind by hosting literature tables, making
presentations to students, and finding new and innovative ways to share
our positive message about blindness! <br><br>
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As we draw to a close, I have a few reminders to share. If you have not
yet done so, please be sure to send a description of your event(s) to me
at <a href="mailto:mbaugh@nfb.org">mbaugh@nfb.org</a>. You may also share
your events over the phone by calling the Jernigan Institute at (410) 659
9314, extension 2371. You can also access our event submission form on
the <a href="http://www.nfb.org/meet-blind-month">Meet the Blind Month
homepage</a>. If you are unsure if your event has been submitted, please
visit the <a href="https://nfb.org/meet-blind-month-event-calendar">Meet
the Blind Month Event Calendar</a> to find your events. <br><br>
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All events must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. tomorrow November 1 in order to
qualify for one or both of this year’s challenges. For more information
on the challenges, please visit the
<a href="http://www.nfb.org/meet-blind-month">Meet the Blind Month
homepage</a>. <br><br>
Also, if you have pictures, videos, or news pieces about your event,
please send those to <a href="mailto:mbaugh@nfb.org">mbaugh@nfb.org</a>
as well. We will be posting pictures and videos from various events on
the web page and we want to make sure as many chapters and affiliates are
represented as possible. <br><br>
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Finally, remember that Meet the Blind Month isn't over yet! Today is
Halloweenwhen those trick or treaters stop by, take a moment to share
your positive philosophy on blindness. Braille alphabet cards made a
great addition to any treat bag! And, if you’re a last minute candy
purchaser, consider buying Skittles, M&Ms, or Smarties that children
can use to create their names in Braille! <br><br>
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Thanks to everyone who has participated in this year’s Meet the Blind
Month campaign! You really are changing what it means to be blind!
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Kind Regards,<br><br>
Mika <br><br>
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Mika Baugh <br><br>
Outreach, Jernigan Institute <br><br>
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND <br><br>
200 East Wells Street <br><br>
Baltimore, MD 21230<br><br>
E-Mail: <a href="mailto:mbaugh@nfb.org">mbaugh@nfb.org</a> <br><br>
Phone: (410) 659 9314 extension 2371<br><br>
Web Site: <a href="http://www.nfb.org">www.nfb.org</a> <br><br>
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