[NFBNJ] Upcoming Virtual Events: Accessibility Boutiques, Education, Connections, and More
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Tue Apr 14 18:58:30 UTC 2020
Greetings to all!
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This email is updated with additional opportunities for all.
Joe
From: National Federation of the Blind
Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2020 1:00 PM
Subject: Upcoming Virtual Events: Accessibility Boutiques, Education,
Connections, and More
Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings
The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect
and protect blind people through our nationwide network. The following
valuable virtual gatherings around the Federation are open to everyone this
week.
Tuesday, April 14
2:00 p.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: How to Host a Zoom
Meeting
Join this workshop to learn how to host a Zoom meeting and
how to adjust the settings before and during the meeting. Registration
required for accessibility boutiques.
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Cutting the Cake
or Copping Out
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we
listen to and then discuss the Kernel Book story “Cutting the Cake or
Copping Out” by Brook Sexton. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
5:30 p.m. EDT | NFB-NEWSLINE Demonstrations
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join us to learn how to use
NFB-NEWSLINE on the phone, Amazon devices, web, and other means. Zoom
Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
7:00 p.m. EDT | Trauma and the Pandemic
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn about types of trauma
how to identify them, what trauma does to the brain, how to become resilient
to trauma, and different coping skills for traumatic events in your life.
This too shall pass. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
7:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about NVDA, the
free screen reader for Windows, with a brief explanation of what it is,
walking through installation, and taking feedback on future topics for
discussion. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
9:00 p.m. EDT | Discussion on the Benefits and Drawbacks
of Preferential Treatment for the Blind
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, join this stimulating
philosophical discussion as well as strategies to deal with unwanted
preferential treatment. Whether you have a good story to share or some
wisdom to distill on this topic. Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
9:00 p.m. EDT | Songwriting Workshop
Sponsored by NFB Performing Arts Division, join Precious
Perez to learn about the components of writing and producing an original
song from start to finish. Then engage in collaborative exercises to begin
cultivating these skills. Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
Wednesday, April 15
12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the JAWS screen
reading application with a certified trainer. Learn to operate a computer
from the beginner to the advanced level on Windows 10 and the Office 365
productivity suite. This training will also be available Friday, April 17,
at noon eastern. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors
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. This training will
also be available on Friday, April 17, at 1:00 p.m. eastern. Zoom Meeting
ID: 215 988 0888
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this informative
session discussing legislative issues facing blind Americans including
education of blind children. This meeting will also be available on Friday,
April 17, at 2:00 p.m. eastern. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most out of Your Amazon Echo
Smart Speaker
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share your experience
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.
Learn how Alexa can do more for you. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
5:30 p.m. EDT | NFB-NEWSLINE® Demonstrations
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join us to learn how to use
NFB-NEWSLINE on the phone, Amazon devices, web, and other means. Zoom
Meeting: 528 850 6207
7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, pull up a chair and join us
as we do the BlindAlive chair yoga workout together. This workout is great
for all levels and does not require any equipment. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506
6474
Thursday, April 16
11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education: Create Braille
Tracking Sheets
One of the most important beginning Braille skills is
tracking or tracing the page from left to right and top to bottom. Practice
at home using items you find around your home. Zoom Meeting ID: 520 172 3847
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Mom, What Does
Blind Mean?
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call to listen
to and then discuss the Kernel Book story “Mom, What Does Blind Mean?” by
Pauletta Feldman. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
7:00 p.m. EDT | Make a Mask
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn how to make a mask
that requires no sewing. You will need a pair of shoelaces and a bandanna or
a piece of fabric about 20 x 20". This makes a mask that has several layers
and is very secure on your head and face. It cinches up very tight so you
don't have any loose areas. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
7:00 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about specific iOS
apps, how to get them, how to download them, what they are for, and how to
use them on your iPhone. If you have suggestions for apps you would like to
see featured please email marsha.drenth at gmail.com. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988
0888
9:00 p.m. EDT | Your Journey Through Blindness
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, join this call to discuss
blindness techniques for people new to blindness and also for us who are not
new to blindness. If you have a struggle and need a strategy, this call is
for you. Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
Friday, April 17
2:00 p.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: Tips and Tools for
an Accessible Smart Home
Attend this workshop that will cover accessible smart home
devices like security systems, appliances, in-home applications,
entertainment systems. Registration required for accessibility boutiques.
3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this hour of
favorite children's stories being read in Braille. Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988
0888
5:00 p.m. EDT | Using Smart Home Technology to Make Your
Home More Accessible
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, make your home more
accessible through the use of smart home technology. Zoom Meeting ID: 215
988 0888
5:30 p.m. EDT | The Great Talent Showcase
Sponsored by NFB of New York, attend a fun Friday talent
show. If you sing, play an instrument, or have another talent you can share
with us either through the telephone or computer, send an email to
president at nfbny.org to reserve a spot. Zoom Meeting: 528 850 6207
7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, let’s discuss
“Blindness--Handicap or Characteristic” By Kenneth Jernigan. This 1983
banquet address has become a cornerstone of the Federation philosophy. Read
it ahead of time and come prepared with your comments and questions. Zoom
Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
7:00 p.m. EDT | Braille Displays
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about Braille
displays such as the Focus 40. Bring your questions and comments and let’s
discuss. Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
Saturday, April 18
3:00 p.m. EDT | Yappy Hour
Sponsored by NADGU, an NFB division, join this opportunity
to connect for a social hour. Sharing topics on favorite beverages, original
food creations, or answering questions about a dog training or behavior
concern. Zoom Meeting ID: 813 626 2789; Password: 62438
Monday, April 20
5:30 p.m. EDT | Healthy Communications Strategies
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join the discussion on
communications strategies. Zoom Meeting: 528 850 6207
Join a Zoom Meeting
To join a Zoom meeting via web, app, or phone, add the
corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you are joining. For an
accessible tutorial of the Zoom platform, access the audiobook, Meet Me in
the Cloud.
Web
https://zoom.us/j
Dial by Your Location
+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US
+1 301 715 8592 US
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab3E5IUcW
Share and Support
If you know about an upcoming Federation virtual meeting
to share please send the details to communicationsteam at nfb.org.
If you know of a blind person who is facing adversity
because of COVID-19 please email nfb at nfb.org.
Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with a donation
today. Your gifts continue to work during this time. Thank you for your
support!
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