[NFBNJ] Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
joe ruffalo
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Wed May 20 16:41:50 UTC 2020
Greetings to all!
Please share with others.
All info is provided below.
Enjoy participating and learning.
Joe
From: National Federation of the Blind
Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 12:15 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.
Wednesday, May 20
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#
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation
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#
3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo
Smart Speaker
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers
Sponsored by NFB of California, 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
Password: 071615
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Smart Phones, Oh My!
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate
the iPhone using Voice Over as a beginner and explore commonly used already
built-in apps, like text messaging, Apple Mail, the calendar, FaceTime,
contacts, notes, the App store, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Safari, Siri, and the
health apps.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call to learn
about the Colorado Center for the Blind with Julie Deden.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, participate in an all-levels
workout. At 7:45 p.m. EDT we will have an advanced workout.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
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
distance learning time. For students, parents, educators, and interested
minds struggling with accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
Thursday, May 21
11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education Interactive Lesson
Each week participate in an activity designed to enhance
the education of blind children.
Zoom Meeting ID: 956 4857 5316
Password: 53276
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,95648575316#,,#,53276#
2:00 p.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: The COVID-19
Response
Attend this workshop to discuss keeping employees and
students connected from home. Learn more about accessibility boutiques and
register today.
3:00 p.m. EDT | Blind Parent Dialog
Chat with some of our nation's leaders in the blind
parenting community on what’s keeping you sane during this time, distance
learning and children in school, social distancing, and more. Register today
for the national dialog regarding blind parents.
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: Junior Prom
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we
listen to and then discuss the Kernel Book story "Junior Prom" by Dave Hyde.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about the
Amazon shopping app. If you have suggestions for apps to be featured please
email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Talk Tech and Beyond
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, talk tech and more with Mike
May, chief evangelist for Access Explorer. Mike has invented, explored, and
educated across the blindness field.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about NVDA, the
free screen access software for Windows computers.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
9:00 p.m. EDT | Your Journey Through Blindness
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, whether you are recently
blind or have been blind all your life and no matter your level of sight,
come and share how you make your journey through life as a blind person.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#
Friday, May 22
12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we explore
the capabilities and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading
application and Microsoft Office Suite.
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 and
stretching exercises.
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#
5:30 p.m. EDT | Happy Hour & Trivia Game
Sponsored by NFB of New York, bring your funny jokes and
enjoy this social hour.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday
Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join us for a
thought-provoking discussion of blindness and the future of employment.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Circle of Support
Sponsored by NFB of California, share and gain support and
ideas from our peers about the multitude of things that we are encountering
in our lives at this time.
Zoom Meeting ID: 321 763 502
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,321763502#,,#,4187#
Saturday, May 23
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 are not limited to IEPs,
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#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Ladies Social Night
Sponsored by NFB of Virginia, let’s talk about our
favorite movies and movie quotes. The ones that make us laugh, cry, cheer,
and so on.
Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#
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, May 25
12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation
Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this 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 | JAWS Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities
and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application with
the Microsoft Office Suite.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888
1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, 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.
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, 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:30 p.m. EDT | DIY
Sponsored by NFB of New York, discuss maintaining your
home and when to call a professional.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#
7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk
Sponsored by NFB of California, 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
Password: 009343
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#
Tuesday, May 26
8:30 a.m. EDT | Accessibility Boutique: Textbook-Provider
Showdown
Attend this workshop on introductions to best practices
and latest trends in access tech specifically for textbook-providers. Learn
more about accessibility boutiques and register today.
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: Crying Over
Spilled Milk
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we read and
discuss the Kernel Book story, “Crying Over Spilled Milk,” by Parnell Diggs.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:15 p.m. EDT | Trivia Tuesday
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this fun and
exciting version of Jeopardy, with our own real contestants and Juliette
Warren as Alex. Play along at home, or just listen and laugh along with us.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Talking Stocks
Sponsored by NFB of Louisiana, learn about why you should
be investing, how to get started, and how to avoid common investing
mistakes. Open to all experiences.
Zoom Meeting ID: 813 0564 0038
Password: 2HwOl6wfsd
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,81305640038#
Wednesday, May 27
10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors
Sponsored by the NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss the effects
that social distancing is having on each of us during this coronavirus.
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#
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss
legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of
blind children, and our NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and Learning
(BELL)® programs scheduled for this summer. Parents, teachers of blind
students, and anyone interested in the topics of legislation, parenting, and
education are encouraged to join us. 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#
3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo
Smart Speaker
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers
Sponsored by NFB of California, 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.
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
Password: 071615
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My!
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate
iOS devices using Voice Over. We will explore the calendar and clock
features during this session.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:30 p.m. EDT | Learn about LCB and the Federation
Sponsored by NFB of New York, join us to chat with Pam
Allen, executive director of the Louisiana Center for the Blind and first
vice president of the National Federation of the Blind to talk about the
center as well as the Federation.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System:
Special Guest, Dr. Marc Maurer!
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about blindness
training, independence, and vocational rehabilitation from Marc Maurer,
Immediate Past President of the National Federation of the Blind.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
9:00 p.m. EDT | Advantages and Disadvantages of Working
from Home
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, during the COVID-19 pandemic
many people are working from home. Once the pandemic is over and people have
a choice as to whether to work from home or not the question is should you
continue to work from home? Come and share your thoughts on the advantages
and disadvantages of working from home.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#
Thursday, May 28
11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education Interactive Lesson
Each week participate in an activity designed to enhance
the education of blind children.
Zoom Meeting ID: 956 4857 5316
Password: 53276
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,95648575316#,,#,53276#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Do You Want to
Run?
Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story
titled "Do You Want to Run?" by Melody Lindsey.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about the
Amazon shopping app. If you have suggestions for apps to be featured please
email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about NVDA, the
free screen access software for Windows computers.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
Friday, May 29
12:00 p.m. EDT | JAWS Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we explore
the capabilities and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading
application and Microsoft Office Suite.
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 and
stretching exercises.
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#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Circle of Support
Sponsored by NFB of California, share and gain support and
ideas from our peers about the multitude of things that we are encountering
in our lives at this time.
Zoom Meeting ID: 321 763 502
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,321763502#,,#,4187#
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