[NFBNJ] Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
joe ruffalo
nfbnj1 at verizon.net
Wed Jun 24 19:56:14 UTC 2020
Greetings to all!
Many on this list did not receive and therefore, see below numerous
opportunities to educate, motivate, and inspire to raise expectations to
transform dreams into reality!
Joe
We From: National Federation of the Blind
Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2020 3:30 PM
To: Joe Ruffalo
Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
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 29
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#
Tuesday, June 30
2:00 p.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: Technology and
Training Options for Seniors
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.
For questions, please contact Kennedy at kzimnik at nfb.org.
Registration is required. Register for the accessibility boutique today!
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Another Wonder
Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story
“Another Wonder” by Robert Gardner. "Another Wonder” 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 | Diversity and Inclusion Discussion
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.
For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
Wednesday, July 1
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
Learn how to successfully navigate the vocational
rehabilitation system with Lynn Heitz and a special guest.
For questions, please contact Lynn: president at nfbp.org
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
Thursday, July 2
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions
Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story "If
You Don't Mind Me Asking, What Do You Want with a Telescope?" by Karl Smith.
'If You Don't Mind Me Asking, What Do You Want with a Telescope?" 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#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Learn how to use NVDA, the free screen access software for
Windows.
For questions, please contact Chris Westbrook:
westbchris at gmail.com
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
Friday, July 3
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 | Kids’ 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#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Black Leaders Serving for Advancement:
Happy Hour
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!
For questions and to be entered for a door prize email
callaway.shawn at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
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
https://zoom.us/j
Dial by Your Location
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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