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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. This list can be found at
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17069&amp;amp;amp;qid=">
nfb.org/COVID19</a>, and virtual events will also be posted throughout
the week to the
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17049&amp;amp;amp;qid=">
NFB-Announcelistserv</a>.<br>
<h2><b>Monday, June 29</b></h2><br>
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<b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour</b><br>
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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>
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues</b><br>
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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.<br>
For questions, please contact Emily:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17356&qid=">
vp2@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable</b><br>
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Discuss your favorite books, what you are currently reading, and books
that others recommend. Marsha will also try to have blind authors as
special guests each week.<br>
For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17357&qid=">
marsha.drenth@gmail.com</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Tuesday, June 30</b></h2><br>
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<b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: Technology and Training
Options for Seniors</b><br>
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Learn more about easy, accessible, and powerful tools for seniors. Come
get a look at the latest in in-home technology that anybody would be able
to use, and learn more about the training options that are available for
those new to technology.<br>
For questions, please contact Kennedy at
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17502&qid=3835220">
kzimnik@nfb.org</a>. Registration is required.
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17503&qid=3835220">
Register for the accessibility boutique today</a>!<br>
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<b>5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17504&qid=3835220">
Another Wonder</a></b><br>
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Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story
“<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17504&qid=3835220">
Another Wonder</a>” by Robert Gardner.
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17504&qid=3835220">
"Another Wonder” audio version also available</a>.<br>
For questions, please contact Justin:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17361&qid=">
PRESIDENT@alumni.ecu.edu</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Diversity and Inclusion Discussion</b><br>
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Join an insightful and open discussion about the current civil unrest and
how the intersectionality of our cultures, backgrounds, and disabilities
have affected our affiliate in the past and present--and how we want to
shape our future.<br>
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Wednesday, July 1</b></h2><br>
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<b>10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors</b><br>
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Discuss the effects that social distancing is having on each of us during
this coronavirus.<br>
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors</b><br>
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We will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises to boost our
immune systems and health.<br>
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation</b><br>
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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.<br>
For questions, please contact Emily:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17356&qid=">
vp2@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers</b><br>
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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. Closed
captioning not available.<br>
For questions, email Rachel Grider:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17362&qid=">
rachel.grider@gmail.com</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091<br>
Password: 071615<br>
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#<br>
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<b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart
Speaker</b><br>
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Share your 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>
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My!</b><br>
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Learn how to navigate iOS devices using VoiceOver. We will explore
helpful built-in features and apps.<br>
For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17357&qid=">
marsha.drenth@gmail.com</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System</b><br>
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Learn how to successfully navigate the vocational rehabilitation system
with Lynn Heitz and a special guest.<br>
For questions, please contact Lynn:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17363&qid=">
president@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Thursday, July 2</b></h2><br>
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<b>5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions</b><br>
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Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17505&qid=3835220">
"If You Don't Mind Me Asking, What Do You Want with a
Telescope?"</a> by Karl Smith.
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17506&qid=3835220">
'If You Don't Mind Me Asking, What Do You Want with a Telescope?"
audio version</a> also available.<br>
For questions, please contact Justin:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17361&qid=">
PRESIDENT@alumni.ecu.edu</a>.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS</b><br>
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Learn more about the most helpful iOS apps.<br>
For questions, please contact Marsha:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17357&qid=">
marsha.drenth@gmail.com</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>8:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training</b><br>
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Learn how to use NVDA, the free screen access software for Windows.<br>
For questions, please contact Chris Westbrook:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17517&qid=3835220">
westbchris@gmail.com</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
<h2><b>Friday, July 3</b></h2><br>
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<b>1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors</b><br>
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Boost the immune system and take care of our mental and emotional health
with brief workouts and stretching exercises.<br>
For questions, contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&amp;qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour</b><br>
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Join this call of reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.<br>
For questions, contact Joseph Drenth:
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17355&amp;qid=">
vp@nfbp.org</a><br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888<br>
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#<br>
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<b>8:00 p.m. EDT | Black Leaders Serving for Advancement: Happy
Hour</b><br>
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Sponsored by Committee of Diversity and Inclusion and open to all, please
join this dialog with African-American leaders in the National Federation
of the Blind. Open to all. There will be fun, door prizes, and
conversation!<br>
For questions and to be entered for a door prize email
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17518&qid=3835220">
callaway.shawn@gmail.com</a>.<br>
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851<br>
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#<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.<br>
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<h3><b>Dial by Your Location</b></h3><br>
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Find your local number:
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<h2><b>Share and Support</b></h2><br>
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Share upcoming Federation virtual meetings to
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communicationsteam@nfb.org</a> and
<a href="https://www.nfb.org/civicrm/mailing/nfb-announce@nfbnet.org">
nfb-announce@nfbnet.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&amp;amp;amp;amp;qid=">
nfb@nfb.org</a>.<br>
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Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with
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a donation today</a>. Your gifts continue to work during this time of
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