<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The <b>National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
(NFB of NJ) Seniors Committee</b> is proud to present the <b>first Senior
Summer Hybrid Connection</b>. Join us for a day of learning, sharing,
friendship, and practical information designed especially for
blind seniors, their families, friends, and anyone interested in living
well with blindness.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the <b>Degenshein
family</b> and the <b>West Orange Lions Club</b>, this event is <b>completely
free</b> to attend. The only cost to participants is their own
transportation. Whether you join us in person or virtually, we look forward to
welcoming you for an engaging, informative, and enjoyable day.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b>When: Saturday, August 15, 2026 </b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">In-Person Location: JKTC </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b></b><span class="gmail-Heading2Char" style="color:rgb(0,176,80);font-weight:bold">Schedule at a Glance</span></p>
<h3 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)">8:30 a.m. \u2013 Meet, Mingle, and Light Refreshments</h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Start the day by reconnecting with old friends, making new
ones, and enjoying light refreshments before the program begins.</p>
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<h3 style="margin:8pt 0in 4pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)">9:30 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m. \u2013 Presentations and Discussion</h3>
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<h4 style="margin:4pt 0in 2pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(192,0,0);font-style:italic"><span style="font-style:normal">Presentation 1:</span></h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b>New Jersey State Library Talking Book & Braille
Center (NJSLTBBC)</b><br>
<i>Presented by Steve Felle (New Jersey)</i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Learn about valuable library services and technology
available to blind and low-vision New Jersey residents, including:</p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">The
new digital talking book player</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Reading
with Amazon Alexa</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">NFB-NEWSLINE®
and its many features</li>
</ul>
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<h4 style="margin:4pt 0in 2pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(192,0,0);font-style:italic">Presentation 2:</h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b>Our Journey Through Blindness</b><br>
<i>Presented by Sandy Halverson (Virginia)</i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">An inspiring discussion about navigating vision loss,
adapting to change, and embracing the opportunities that blindness can provide.</p>
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<h4 style="margin:4pt 0in 2pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(192,0,0);font-style:italic">Presentation 3:</h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b>A Day in the Life: Tools, Tricks, and Resources for
Living Your Best Life with Blindness</b><br>
<i>Presented by Liz Wisecarver (Texas)</i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Discover practical techniques, helpful technology, everyday
strategies, and community resources that can help you live independently and
confidently while living the life you want.</p>
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<h4 style="margin:4pt 0in 2pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(192,0,0);font-style:italic">12:30 p.m. \u2013 1:30 p.m. \u2013 Lunch and Fellowship</h4>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Enjoy lunch while continuing conversations with fellow
participants.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Lunch will be provided and includes:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif">Sandwiches, chips, dessert, and bottled water</p>
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