[NFBNJ] March 2026 National Federation of the Blind of NJ Meeting Schedule

[NFB of NJ President]

Greetings,

We are pleased to share the NFB of New Jersey's March meeting schedule. All
meetings and events listed are open to members, supporters, and anyone
interested in learning more about the National Federation of the Blind of
New Jersey.

March offers many opportunities to connect, engage, and get involved with
our affiliate committees and groups across the state. We encourage you to
attend, invite others, and continue strengthening our movement together.

The full schedule is pasted below for your convenience, and a Word version
is also attached for easy reference and distribution. All meetings will be
held via the NFB of NJ Zoom platform.

Please review the complete March meeting schedule below and mark your
calendars accordingly.

Warmly,
Linda Melendez, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
Phone: 908-590-1747
Email: president at nfbnj.org


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Passcode: 460994



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Meeting ID: 647 766 0103
Passcode: 460994
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Technology Committee Meeting

Date: Monday, Mar 9, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email: tech at nfbnj.org


Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Senior Committee Book Club

Date: Monday, Mar 16, 2026
Time: 10 AM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email: seniors at nfbnj.org

Twice: a novel DB133500
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Author: Albom, Mitch
Reading Time: 6 hours, 27 minutes
Production: National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled,
Library of Congress
Read by: Mitch Albom
Subjects: Bestsellers, Human Relations, Fantasy Fiction, Romance
Downloaded: 01/31/2026

"When he is eight years old, Alfie Logan discovers the magical ability to
get a second chance at everything. He can undo any moment and live it
again. The one catch: he must accept the consequences of his second try --
for better or worse. He grows up, correcting his mistakes and avoiding
adolescent embarrassments. He even takes foolishly dangerous risks just to
see what it's like to come close to death before tapping back to safety.
Eventually, Alfie turns his gift to his love life, studying his crushes and
going back to make himself more appealing. In time, he falls deeply in love
with Gianna, the woman he believes is the one. He seems to find
contentment. But as the years pass, Alfie's eye begins to wander. Which is
when he learns a lone caveat to his power: once he undoes a love, that
person can never fall in love with him again. Knowing if he gives into to
temptation, he will risk losing what he has *with *Gianna, Alfie makes a
choice that changes his life forever. The book begins many years later,
after an ailing Alfie is arrested for allegedly cheating and winning
millions at a casino roulette wheel. As a curious detective interrogates
him, he slowly uncovers Alfie's incredible story, and its most unlikely
conclusion. In Twice, America's favorite storyteller, Mitch Albom, is at
the top of his powers. A love story that is enchanting, probing, and
clairvoyant in matters of the heart, Twice will make you think, weep, and
overflow with love from beginning to end." -- From publisher. Unrated.
Commercial audiobook. Bestseller.

New York: HarperCollins, 2025.
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Senior Committee

Date: Monday, Mar 16, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Facilitator: Jane Degenshein
Email: seniors at nfbnj.org

The Senior meetings will again meet up on the third Monday of each month,
January through June. Looking forward to our chat together.
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Guide Dog Group

Date: Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Facilitator: Tracy Carcione
Email: guidedog at nfbnj.org

President Melendez has asked me to facilitate the reestablishment of the
NFB of New Jersey Guide Dog Group. At our first meeting, members of The
Seeing Eye’s Advocacy Department will join us to share updates on current
legislative efforts to improve accessibility for guide dog users in New
Jersey. We will also discuss future meeting topics and how our group can
help strengthen and grow NFBNJ. Possible discussion ideas include Uber and
Lyft policies affecting guide dog users and strategies for managing rising
veterinary care costs. I welcome additional suggestions and look forward to
our first meeting together.
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Blind Professionals Group

Date: Tuesday, Mar 19, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Email: blindprofessionals at nfbnj.org

Have you ever avoided a tough conversation at work, or wished you had
handled one differently? Join the National Federation of the Blind of New
Jersey’s Blind Professionals Group on Thursday, March 19th at 7 PM for
Courageous Conversations: How Leaders Handle the Hard Stuff, an interactive
session focused on building the communication skills every leader needs.
Together, we’ll explore how to give constructive feedback, address unmet
expectations, advocate for accessibility, and set boundaries with
confidence and professionalism. Through practical scenarios and small-group
discussion, you’ll gain tools you can immediately apply in the workplace
and within our volunteer community.
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of Legislation

Date:  Tuesday, Mar 24, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Facilitator: Clarke King, Affiliate Legislation Director & Linda Melendez
Email: director.legislation at nfbnj.org

Join our Legislative Director for an in-depth discussion of our 2026
federal and state legislative strategy. Learn about our policy priorities,
advocacy plans, and how our affiliate is working to advance meaningful
change at both the national and state levels. This session will provide
insight into key initiatives and opportunities for members to get involved.
Topic: National Federation of the Blind of NJ Braille Group

Date: Wednesday, Mar 25, 2026
Time: 7 PM
Location: NFB of NJ Zoom
Email: braille at nfbnj.org

The Braille Group Meeting will provide an opportunity for participants to
engage in meaningful discussion about braille technology and advocacy
efforts, including sharing their favorite braille displays, discussing the
features they find most helpful, and exchanging practical experiences using
these devices in school, work, and daily life. We will also talk about how
advocacy efforts made a significant difference in preserving CBVI staff
positions and highlight the importance of continued community involvement
and collective action to protect vital services for blind and visually
impaired individuals.
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