[NFBNJ] Upcoming Federation Virtual EventsFor Week of June 22

Sat Jun 20 18:31:17 UTC 2020

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Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events For Week June 22

      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 virtual 
gatherings are open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below. 
This list can be found at nfb.org/COVID19, and virtual events will also be 
posted throughout the week to the NFB-Announce listserv.

      Monday, June 22

      1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour

      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.
      For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues

      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.
      For questions, please contact Emily: vp2 at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable

      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.
      For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk

      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 rkcole72984 at gmail.com. This meeting will also be 
recorded and made available for those who are interested. Closed captioning 
not available.
      Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
      Password: 009343
      One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#

      Tuesday, June 23

      5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Hereï¿½s the Proof

      Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story " Here's the 
Proof" by James Gashel. ï¿½ Hereï¿½s the Proofï¿½ Audio version also available.
      For questions, please contact Justin: PRESIDENT at alumni.ecu.edu
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      6:15 p.m. EDT | Trivia Night

      Join us for a fun game of Jeopardy!, where you can be a contestant.
      For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      7:00 p.m. EDT | Food Service Apps

      To learn about food services and deliveries. From Instacart and 
HelloFresh to Grubhub and DoorDash itï¿½s all there and only an app away.
      Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
      One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#

      Wednesday, June 24:

      10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors

      Discuss the effects that social distancing is having on each of us 
during this coronavirus.
      For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors

      We will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises to boost our 
immune systems and health.
      For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation

      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.
      For questions, please contact Emily: vp2 at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers

      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.
      For questions, email Rachel Grider: rachel.grider at gmail.com
      Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
      Password: 071615
      One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#

      3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker

      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.
      For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My!

      Learn how to navigate iOS devices using VoiceOver. We will explore 
helpful built-in features and apps.
      For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System

      Host Lynn Heitz will be interviewing her special guest, Carlton 
Walker.
      For questions, please contact Lynn: president at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      9:00 p.m. EDT | The Cochlear Implant, How it Improves Your Life and 
How to Get One

      Dennis Miller will have a presentation where he talks about what it 
was like before he got his cochlear implant, what it is like now, the 
process of getting Medicare to pay for it, the surgery, the resources 
available before and after someone gets a cochlear implant, and dispelling 
some of the myths about them. No closed captioning. For questions, please 
contact Daniel Garcia: dangarcia3 at hotmail.com
      Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#

      Thursday, June 25

      5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions

      Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story " Out of the 
Mouths of Babes" by Angela Wolf. " Out of the Mouths of Babes" audio version 
also available.
      For questions, please contact Justin: PRESIDENT at alumni.ecu.edu
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS

      Learn more about the most helpful iOS apps.
      For questions, please contact Marsha: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      Friday, June 26

      1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors

      Boost the immune system and take care of our mental and emotional 
health with brief workouts and stretching exercises.
      For questions, contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      3:00 p.m. EDT | Kidsï¿½ Story Hour

      Join this call of reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.
      For questions, contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
      Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
      One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

      Saturday, June 27

      7:00 p.m. EDT | Ladies Social Night

      Settle in your favorite spot and get ready to laugh, share stories, 
and have fun! Share what is on your mind.
      Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
      One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#

      Join a Zoom Meeting

      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.

      Web

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      Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab3E5IUcW

      Share and Support

      Share upcoming Federation virtual meetings to 
communicationsteam at nfb.org and nfb-announce at nfbnet.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 of uncertainty. Thank you for your 
support.

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