[NFBNJ] Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
joe ruffalo
nfbnj1 at verizon.net
Wed Apr 22 19:35:38 UTC 2020
Greetings to all!
Please review and share with others the numerous opportunities to learn,
teach and educate via Zoom.
For those dialing, the dial information is provided at the conclusion of the
email message.
Joe
From: National Federation of the Blind
Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 3:15 PM
To: Judith & Joseph Ruffalo
Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings
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.
Wednesday, April 22
5:30 p.m. EDT | Book Discussion
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this discussion of the
book and subject “Navigating Healthcare When All They Can See Is That You
Can't,” by Deborah Kendrick.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: 16468769923,,5288506207#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about the
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act with guest, Commissioner Janet
LaBreck, Rehabilitation Services, US Department of Education.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888.
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join for a seven-minute body
weight only workout. Learn the moves, do the workout, and discuss ways to
modify this workout for your fitness level. This workout is great for all
fitness levels.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday
Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, attend this session to
stretch and warm up for a low impact exercise followed by a discussion on
healthy eating.
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Blind Students Soundboard
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students,
an NFB division, discuss accessibility in the classroom throughout this
distant learning time. For students, parents, educators, and interested
minds struggling with accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#
Thursday, April 23
11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education: Celebrating National
Picnic Day
Join this interactive lesson that will discuss preparing
and going on a picnic. Picnics provide a wonderful opportunity to develop
and practice blindness skills in a fun way.
Zoom Meeting ID: 520 172 3847
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5201723847#
3:00 p.m. EDT | HumanWare Showcase #1
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, Joel Zimba from
HumanWare will demonstrate the HW Buddy App running on a BrailleNote Touch
Plus.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888.
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Sharp Knives and
Chickens
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we
listen to and then discuss the Kernel Book story "Sharp Knives and Chickens"
by Elsie Hiebert Lamp.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Travel Thursday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn some basic cane travel
technique or share advice on techniques. Cane travel instructor David
Nietfeld will introduce audio travel lessons and shares his expertise.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
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
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
8:00 p.m. EDT | All About Braille
Sponsored by NFB of Oklahoma, join a panel of Braille
readers for tips, tricks, and resources on learning Braille or improving
your skills. We’ll discuss the importance of Braille literacy and talk about
how we use Braille on a daily basis.
Zoom Meeting ID: 597 239 273
One tap mobile: +14086380968,,597239273#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Higher Education Discussion
Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, discuss higher education
related issues.
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Discussion: The Future of the Federation
Sponsored by NFB of Florida, join this discussion of Dr.
Jacobus tenBroek’s 1966 banquet address titled “The Future of the
Federation.”
Zoom Meeting ID: 959 6429 5244
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,95964295244#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Meals: Plan, Prep, Preserve
Sponsored by NFB of Louisiana/Louisiana Center for the
Blind, learn how to plan meals effectively and find creative ways to make
what is available at the store work for you. Share ideas about how to
preserve the food you buy and stretch it to make it go further.
Meeting ID: 927 7626 6822
Password: 778773
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,92776266822#,,#,778773#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Book Club
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 “The Glass Castle” by Jeannette Walls.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
9:00 p.m. EDT | Salsa Dancing
Sponsored by NFB Performing Arts Division, attend this
Salsa Dancing Workshop that will cover a few basic steps of salsa, a spunky,
spicy, Latin-inspired dance. No prior experience necessary. All steps will
be taught thoroughly and verbally.
Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,9463272523#
Friday, April 24
12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training (Advanced)
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the JAWS screen
reading application with a certified trainer. Learn to operate a computer on
Windows 10 and Office 365.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of
reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Using Smart Home Technology
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, take a virtual tour of
the fifty-plus sensors and devices that can make up a home automation
system.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about NVDA, the
free screen reader for Windows.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join this discussion on
questions such as: Would you let a blind person take care of your newborn?
Would you use a blind person for home repairs? Would you let a blind hair
dresser cut or color your hair? We will consider these questions and more.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Angel Towel Origami
Sponsored by NFB of Alabama, learn how to make angels out
of towel art. Items needed: one rectangular kitchen towel, one square
kitchen cloth, one square potholder, five rubber bands, and a long ribbon
(optional).
Zoom Meeting ID: 251 656 5165
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,2516565165#
Saturday, April 25
4:00 p.m. EDT | Parents Corner
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 not limited to IEP’s, accessibility,
and children’s social and emotional development and well-being during school
closures.
Zoom Meeting ID: 209 589 6058
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,2095896058#,,#,4187#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Chill Zone
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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#
Monday, April 27
12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation
Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this casual discussion
with your favorite cup of coffee or beverage.
Zoom Meeting ID: 423 336 763
Password: 420120
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,423336763#,,#,420120#
12:00 p.m. EDT | Beginner JAWS Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities
and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application.
Mondays will be devoted to beginner-level JAWS skills.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues
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:
vp2 at nfbp.org.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share your favorite
books and reading media. Have you discovered any new favorites recently at
home while practicing social distancing?
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:30 p.m. EDT | Be My Eyes and Audio Gaming
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this call to discuss
the app Be My Eyes and audio gaming.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: 16468769923,,5288506207#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Learn and Practice Zoom
Sponsored by NFB of Florida, get more practice with Zoom
so you can easily participate on these calls and virtual meetings.
Zoom Meeting ID: 976 2339 2098
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,97623392098#
Tuesday, April 28
11:00 a.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: Web Accessibility
Join this two-part workshop for an intro in nonvisual
access and how to manually test a website. Registration required for
accessibility boutiques.
3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of
reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we
listen to and then discuss a Kernel Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Yoga
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students,
an NFB division, connect with your inner Zen and release all the tension
built up during these trying times.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
9:00 p.m. EDT | Improv Workshop
Sponsored by the NFB Performing Arts Division, attend this
entertaining and interactive session on an exhilarating performing art.
Anything can happen, and you can be a part of the fun.
Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,9463272523#
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