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<h1><b>Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation
Meetings</b></h1><br>
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The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect and protect
blind people through our nationwide network. The following virtual
gatherings are open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions
below.<br>
<h2><b>Wednesday, May 13</b></h2><br>
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<h3><b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care
of our mental and emotional health with brief workouts, meditations, and
yoga during this thirty-minute session.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss legislative issues
facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of blind children,
and our NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)® programs
scheduled for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and
anyone interested in the topics of legislation, parenting, and education
are encouraged to join us. Please note that this event is informative and
does not represent any form of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her
at:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16877&qid=3633397">
vp2@nfbp.org</a>.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart
Speaker</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences with the Amazon Echo.
Do you have a favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with others?
Get the news, schedule a ride, or control your home.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break
through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on
your progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive,
non-judgmental environment.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091<br>
Password: 071615<br>
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#<br>
<h3><b>5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Smart Phones, Oh My!
</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate the iPhone using
Voice Over as a beginner and explore commonly used already built-in apps,
like text messaging, Apple Mail, the calendar, FaceTime, contacts, notes,
the App store, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Safari, Siri, and the health apps.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call to discuss what is
informed choice and how it can be incorporated into your Individualized
Plan for Employment (IPE). <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, participate in an all-levels full-body
stretch. At 7:45 p.m. EDT we will have an advanced full-body
workout.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474 <br>
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#<br>
<h3><b>8:00 p.m. EDT | Blind Students Soundboard</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
discuss accessibility in the classroom throughout this distance learning
time. For students, parents, educators, and interested minds struggling
with accessibility.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858<br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#<br>
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<b>Thursday, May 14</b><br>
<h3><b>11:00 a.m. EDT |
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16878&qid=3633397">
Distance Education</a> Interactive Lesson: Labeling</b></h3><br>
<br>
Each week participate in an activity designed to enhance the education of
blind children. This week is all about labeling. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 956 4857 5316<br>
Password: 53276 <br>
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,95648575316#,,#,53276#<br>
<h3><b>5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3633397">
Ice Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and Worms</a></b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we listen to and
then discuss the Kernel Book story
“<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3633397">
Ice Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and Worms</a>” by Kevan Worley, which
appears in <i>Beyond the Funny Tree</i>. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about specific iOS apps, how
to get them, how to download them, what they are for, and how to use
them. One app to be presented at a time. If you have suggestions for apps
to be featured please email:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16880&qid=3633397">
marsha.drenth@gmail.com</a>. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>7:00 p.m. EDT | Eating in the Pandemic</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, let’s talk about eating during the
pandemic. We will discuss everything from how to get groceries to how to
keep our over-snacking in check.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474 <br>
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#<br>
<h3><b>8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Book Club</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
dive into some great literature and discuss the themes and messages. This
week’s book is “Lock In” by John Scalzi.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858 <br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#<br>
<h3><b>8:00 p.m. EDT | Cochlear Implants Discussion</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, attend this event to learn from a
Federationist’s personal experience of getting cochlear implants for
hearing loss.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>9:00 p.m. EDT | Unusual Useful Apps</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, come and join this conversation to learn
about useful apps that few people may know about. Tell us what apps you
use which have not been very well promoted but should be.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#<br>
<h2><b>Friday, May 15</b></h2><br>
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<h3><b>12:00 p.m. EDT | Advanced JAWS Training</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we explore the capabilities
and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application.
Fridays are devoted to advanced JAWS skills.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors </b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care
of our mental and emotional health with brief workouts and stretching
exercises.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour </b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of reading favorite
stories for kids in Braille.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>5:30 p.m. EDT | Let’s Laugh</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of New York, bring your funny stories and experiences
and share with others. Come on, we’ve all been there so let’s laugh at
ourselves.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207<br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#<br>
<h3><b>7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday</b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join us for a lively discussion centered
around our Federation philosophy.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474 <br>
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#<br>
<h3><b>7:00 p.m. EDT | Circle of Support </b></h3><br>
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Sponsored by NFB of California, share and gain support and ideas from our
peers about the multitude of things that we are encountering in our lives
at this time.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 321 763 502<br>
Password: 4187<br>
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,321763502#,,#,4187#<br>
<h2><b>Saturday, May 16</b></h2><br>
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<h3><b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Victor Stream</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Maryland, learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream
to organize information. You can use bookmarks, highlight bookmarks, and
audio bookmarks to find the information you want quickly. Joel Zimba of
HumanWare will show us how to use these features for greater
productivity. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 624 813 8327<br>
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,6248138327#<br>
<h3><b>4:00 p.m. EDT | Parents Corner</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of California Parents of Blind Children Division, share
experiences and offer support to one another in regards to distance
learning. Topics include but are not limited to IEPs, accessibility, and
children’s social and emotional development and well-being during school
closures.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 209 589 6058<br>
Password: 4187<br>
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,2095896058#,,#,4187#<br>
<h3><b>8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Chill Zone</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
take a little bit of time to relax and unwind with this casual
meetup.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858 <br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#<br>
<h2><b>Monday, May 18</b></h2><br>
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<h3><b>12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this discussion with your favorite cup
of coffee or beverage.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 423 336 763<br>
Password: 420120<br>
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,423336763#,,#,420120#<br>
<h3><b>12:00 p.m. EDT | Jaws Training </b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities and usability
of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. We will be
working with the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888<br>
<h3><b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour </b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this time for learning and doing
yoga exercises, breathing techniques, and meditations. It will be a time
for everyone to let go of their stress and frustration. The immune system
is proven to work more optimally under little to no stress.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888<br>
<h3><b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues </b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss legislative issues facing blind
Americans, laws affecting the education of your blind children, and more.
Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any
form of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her at:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16877&qid=3633397">
vp2@nfbp.org</a>. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>5:30 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3633397">
Tapping the Charcoal</a></b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this discussion on the entire book of
“<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3633397">
Tapping the Charcoal</a>.” <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207<br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#<br>
<h3><b>7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of California, explore all that your smart phone can do
for you. Questions can include, but are not limited to, using the Zoom
app, sending text messages, downloading content, and anything else you
can think of. You can email questions ahead of time to
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16892&qid=3633397">
rkcole72984@gmail.com</a>.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253<br>
Password: 009343<br>
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#<br>
<h2><b>Tuesday, May 19</b></h2><br>
<br>
<br>
<h3><b>5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we read and discuss a Kernel
Book story.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Wednesday, May 20</b></h2><br>
<br>
<br>
<h3><b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care
of our mental and emotional health with brief workouts, meditations, and
yoga during this thirty-minute session.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss legislative issues
facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of blind children,
and our NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL)® programs
scheduled for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and
anyone interested in the topics of legislation, parenting, and education
are encouraged to join us. Please note that this event is informative and
does not represent any form of legal advice. To contact Emily, email her
at:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16877&qid=3633397">
vp2@nfbp.org</a>.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart
Speaker</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences with the Amazon Echo.
Do you have a favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with others?
Get the news, schedule a ride, or control your home.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h3><b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break
through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on
your progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive,
non-judgmental environment.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091<br>
Password: 071615<br>
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#<br>
<h3><b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
</b></h3><br>
<br>
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, to learn about vocational
rehabilitation and how it can help you reach your personal goals. <br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Join a Zoom Meeting</b></h2><br>
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To join a Zoom meeting via web or phone, click on the following Zoom
link, dial the appropriate phone number, or hit one-tap mobile, and add
the corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you are joining. For an
accessible tutorial of the Zoom platform, access the audiobook,
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16449&qid=">
<i>Meet Me in the Cloud</a></i>. <br>
<h3><b>Web</b></h3><br>
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<h2><b>Share and Support</b></h2><br>
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If you know about an upcoming Federation virtual meeting to share please
send the details to
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16444&qid=">
communicationsteam@nfb.org</a>.<br>
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If you know of a blind person who is facing adversity because of COVID-19
please email
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16438&qid=">
nfb@nfb.org</a>.<br>
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Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with
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