<div dir="ltr"><div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"></div><div style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"><h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">The 50th Annual State Convention</h1><h1 align="center" style="text-align:center;margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey</h1><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">                 </span></b></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></b></p><p style="margin:0.05pt 0in 6pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td width="368" height="0"></td></tr><tr><td></td><td><img width="226" height="246" alt="National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey. Live The Life You Want."></td></tr></tbody></table><br clear="ALL"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></b><p></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></b></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:14pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:17pt 4.15pt 10pt 4.25pt;text-align:center;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">Live the Life You Want -- Stronger Together Progress &amp; Possibilities<br></span></b><span style="font-size:20pt">Wednesday through Sunday<br>October 21, 22, 23, 24 &amp; 25, 2026</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 4.15pt 10pt 3.95pt;text-align:center;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;text-align:center;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;text-align:center;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt">Linda Melendez, President<br></span></b><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt"><a href="tel:(908)%20590-1747" value="+19085901747" target="_blank">908-590-1747</a><br></span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><u><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt;color:blue">president@nfbnj.org</span></u></a><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt"><br></span><a href="http://www.nfbnj.org/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt">www.nfbnj.org</span></a><u><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt;color:blue"></span></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 85.5pt 10pt 157.8pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt"> </span></p></div><span lang="PT-BR" style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br clear="all" style="break-before:page"></span><span style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"></span><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Who We Are and What We Do</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), established in 1940, is the oldest and largest organization of and for the blind in the US and its territories. The NFB is made up of blind and low vision people of all ages, and their families and friends. We help blind people adjust to eyesight loss, assist parents and teachers of blind children, and promote the full participation and integration of blind people in our communities. Our activities include:</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Assisting blind persons in acquiring the skills of independence and developing confidence in themselves</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Supporting parents and teachers of blind children with information, mentoring, role modeling, and training</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Preparing blind students for careers and self-sufficiency through mentoring, training, and academic scholarships</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Encouraging blind seniors to continue to live active and meaningful lives</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Advocating policies that eliminate discrimination, promote civil rights, and guarantee equal access to high-quality educational and rehabilitation programs</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Sponsoring information campaigns and legislative action at the state and national levels</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Educating the public through community activities and publications</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Spotlight on the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey (NFB of NJ)</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Since 1976, the NFB of NJ, an affiliate of the NFB, has been providing invaluable information and resources to blind/low vision people throughout the state. Our members work together for a brighter tomorrow by raising expectations for blind people everywhere so that blind people can live the life they want. Our five chapters meet monthly; committees and groups meet at various times throughout the year. Please join us \u2014 we would welcome your participation and membership. For more information on the affiliate, chapters, committees, groups, programs, and projects, visit<br></span><a href="http://www.nfbnj.org/" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">www.nfbnj.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Integrity and Respect                                                       </span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">To allow all attendees the chance to benefit from all aspects of the convention, we are committed to providing a harassment-free environment for everyone. We appreciate your assistance in cultivating an atmosphere in which participants from diverse backgrounds can learn, network, and share with each other in an environment of mutual respect. Thank you for doing your part to contribute to our community and the high expectations we strive to maintain. To read the NFB Code of Conduct, visit<br></span><a href="http://www.nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">www.nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct</span></a><span style="color:rgb(70,120,134);text-decoration:underline"><span style="font-size:20pt;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">.</span></span><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:9pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">NFB Mission Statement</span><span style="font-size:20pt;color:black"></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">The NFB advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States and its territories. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day, we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between them and their dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.</span></p><h2 style="margin:9pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">NFB Pledge</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its constitution.</span></p><h2 style="margin:9pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Fragrance-Free Policy</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">The NFB of NJ&#39;s goal is to be sensitive to members with perfume and chemical sensitivities who, as a result, may suffer potentially serious health consequences. In order to address this concern, members and participants at conventions and other meetings should refrain from wearing scented products, including, but not limited to, perfumes, colognes, aftershave lotions, or similar products. We want to ensure full participation in all of our statewide activities.</span></p><h2 style="margin:9pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><a name="m_-38512328382436997__Hlk175672014"><span style="font-size:20pt">Accessibility Statement</span></a></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">The NFB of NJ holds itself to the highest standards of inclusion in all our work. This commitment encompasses our in-person events as well as our virtual communications. To make accessibility-related requests or report barriers, don&#39;t hesitate to get in touch with Clarke King, 2^ndVP, NFB of NJ, at</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="mailto:director.legislation@nfbnj.org" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">director.legislation@nfbnj.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><a name="m_-38512328382436997_orientation_guide"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Convention Happenings</span></a></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">The NFB of NJ affiliate offers multiple virtual events to equip attendees with information before our 50^th annual state convention.</span></p><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br clear="all" style="break-before:page"></span><span style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"></span><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px;color:rgb(0,176,80)"> </span></b></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Convention Kickoff Meeting</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">September 29, 2026, 7 PM \u2013 8 PM</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Discover important convention updates, review key essentials, highlight convention agenda items, and answer your pre-convention questions. Zoom information can be found below.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Resolutions Committee Meeting</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">October 19, 2026, 7 PM \u2013 8 PM</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Join us virtually as we review and discuss the proposed 2026 resolutions that may guide the NFB of NJ&#39;s priorities for the coming year. All interested members and guests are welcome to observe the committee&#39;s deliberations and voting process. All resolution authors must attend this virtual meeting. Resolutions that receive committee approval will advance to the General Session business meeting for consideration.</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:12pt">Zoom Information</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nfb-org.zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=MUl1dnZQU1JxMkhUemdCSHZUM21HUT09&amp;omn=95930734701__;!!J30X0ZrnC1oQtbA!PuhkZ3kvaSxfQW71oVH3riqYaGTIH-ZAdEQi5vXoH8XQckCBm3OXOltCyfbpwiz6aBhogmXbvMKCrc_6kP7Bnd4O$" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:12pt">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=MUl1dnZQU1JxMkhUemdCSHZUM21HUT09&amp;omn=95930734701</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt">Meeting ID: <a href="tel:(647)%20766-0103" value="+16477660103" target="_blank">647 766 0103</a><br>Passcode: 460994</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt">One tap mobile<br><a href="tel:(646)%20931-3860" value="+16469313860" target="_blank">+16469313860</a>,,<a href="tel:(647)%20766-0103" value="+16477660103" target="_blank">6477660103</a>#,,,,*460994# US<br><br>Dial by your location<br>\u2022 <a href="tel:(646)%20931-3860" value="+16469313860" target="_blank">+1 646 931 3860</a> US<br>\u2022 <a href="tel:(646)%20876-9923" value="+16468769923" target="_blank">+1 646 876 9923</a> US (New York)</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><a name="m_-38512328382436997_X68fa9c7c0af5cedbfe980bc869601098ef96821"><span style="font-size:20pt">Hotel Orientation</span></a></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Tropicana Atlantic City is a large resort complex with multiple towers, restaurants, entertainment venues, casino areas, and meeting spaces. The main hotel entrance and registration/check-in area are located on the Boardwalk side of the property. From the main lobby, guests can access the casino, dining options, shopping, and other resort amenities. The casino and many of the resort restaurants and entertainment venues are located within the central portion of the property, while The Quarter provides additional dining, shopping, and entertainment options.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">The Havana Tower is located farther into the property, beyond the main lobby and casino areas, near The Quarter. The Havana Tower contains guest rooms as well as additional meeting and hospitality spaces. Convention activities will occur at the lower level of the conference center in the Havana Tower.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Guide Dog Area</span></h2><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt;color:windowtext;font-weight:normal">Exit the hotel <span style="background:none;border-style:none"><span class="gmail-Lm gmail-ng" style="background:none;border-bottom:2px transparent;outline:none;border-top-style:none;border-right-style:none;border-left-style:none"><span aria-invalid="grammar" class="Lm ng" style="border-style:none;background:none">onto</span></span></span> Pacific Avenue and turn left towards Iowa Avenue. Please note that garbage pails are located on both sides of the exit doors as you leave the hotel and enter Pacific Avenue.</span><span style="font-size:20pt;color:windowtext;font-weight:normal"></span></h2><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Quiet Room</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Conga and Cha Cha</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Need a break from the busy energy of the convention? Visit our Quiet Space, a calm, supportive environment designed for rest and recharging. Whether you want a few moments of silence, a low-stimulus area to relax, or simply a chance to reset, this space is available to all attendees. Take a breath, refresh your mind, and get ready to fully participate in the convention experience.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Stay Connected During Convention</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">There are multiple ways to access the latest and most up-to-date convention news.</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Opt in to receive text message updates. For daily convention agenda updates and time-sensitive changes, text 501555 with the word, \u201cConvention.\u201d For bus transportation updates, text 50155 with the code NJBUS2026.</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Receive email updates with daily agendas. These emails will come from </span><a href="mailto:president@nfbnj.org" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">president@nfbnj.org</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt">.</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">View the agenda and other essential convention items online by visiting </span><a href="https://www.nfbnj.org/state-convention" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">State Convention | National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey</span><span style="font-size:20pt;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">.</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 6pt 0.5in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">     </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt">Get involved on Facebook by following us at </span><a href="https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">https://m.facebook.com/NFB-NJ-353099574776238</span><span style="font-size:20pt;color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">.</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Convention Happenings</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Exhibit Hall</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Bossanova</span></i><b><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Visit our array of vendors and outreach resources on Thursday, October 22, from 9 AM to 2 PM. Be sure to thank them for participating in our convention.</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Registration Desk &amp; Pre-Registration Pick-Up and On-Site Registration</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Registration Desk</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Thursday, October 23 \u2014 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM<a name="m_-38512328382436997__Hlk175229531"></a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Thursday, October 23 \u2014 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM</span><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Friday, October 24 \u2014 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Sat., October 25 \u2014 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Renewing Annual Affiliate Membership</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Would you like to renew your affiliate membership to join a committee, group, program, or project? Then come pay your dues and remain an affiliate member on Friday, October 24, from 8:00 to 8:25 AM. Annual dues are $10. You can also renew your membership by clicking the link below and paying online with PayPal or a credit/debit card, or by mailing a check to NFB of NJ, PO Box 2202, Vincentown, NJ 08088, payable to the Affiliate Treasurer<span style="color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">.</span> Please write \u201cNFB of NJ dues\u201d in the memo section.<span style="color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a href="https://www.nfbnj.org/affiliate-membership-renew-member-form" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">https://www.nfbnj.org/affiliate-membership-renew-member-form</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Saturday Banquet Ticket Exchange</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Bring your pre-purchased banquet ticket to the exchange ticket table, where you will then receive a ticket with a table number. Each banquet table seats 8 individuals. You may trade banquet tickets at the same time to obtain seats at the same table. You must have everyone\u2019s ticket when visiting the exchange table. Indicate if you are also bringing an aide, PCA, or SSP to ensure that space is available at your assigned table. If you do not exchange your ticket, you will be seated where space is available. Open seating will begin promptly at 7:15 PM; no holding of seats is permitted!</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">50/50 Raffle</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Support the affiliate by purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets, 1 for $5, 3 for $10, and five for $20. Watch for opportunities to purchase during the convention or look for Annemari Cooke, Chair, Raffle Committee.<a name="m_-38512328382436997__Hlk148500964"></a></span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Door Prizes</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Door prizes will be drawn for pre-registered conventioneers and announced throughout the technology seminar, general sessions, and banquet. You must be inside the room when your name is called to claim your prize. Donated door prizes are welcome and </span><span style="font-size:20pt">can be dropped off at the Registration Desk when it is open.<br clear="all" style="break-before:page"></span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Portrait Studio</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Prior to the 50^th anniversary banquet, attendees can capture the moment in photos taken by a professional photographer. The background for these photos will feature the 50^th Anniversary NFB of New Jersey logo; location to be announced during convention.</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pictures &amp; Recording</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">We will be taking pictures throughout the convention and recording convention segments, which will be available on the website.</span></p><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Host Chapter</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">We are pleased to announce that this year\u2019s host chapter is the South Jersey Shore Chapter, whose members have aided with our Exhibit Hall and various convention activities. Only the host chapter may fundraise during the convention. Please support them; they will have a table in the Mambo Room.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px;color:rgb(0,112,192)"> </span></b></p><h1 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">Monday, October 19</h1><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Resolutions Committee</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Join us virtually as we review and discuss the proposed 2026 resolutions that may guide the NFB of NJ&#39;s priorities for the coming year. All interested members and guests are welcome to observe the committee&#39;s deliberations and voting process. Resolutions that receive committee approval will advance to the General Session business meeting for consideration.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(0,176,80);font-weight:bold"><span style="font-size:20pt">Join Zoom</span></span><span style="font-size:20pt"><br></span><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nfb-org.zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=MUl1dnZQU1JxMkhUemdCSHZUM21HUT09&amp;omn=95930734701__;!!J30X0ZrnC1oQtbA!PuhkZ3kvaSxfQW71oVH3riqYaGTIH-ZAdEQi5vXoH8XQckCBm3OXOltCyfbpwiz6aBhogmXbvMKCrc_6kP7Bnd4O$" target="_blank" style="color:rgb(70,120,134)"><span style="font-size:20pt">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/6477660103?pwd=MUl1dnZQU1JxMkhUemdCSHZUM21HUT09&amp;omn=95930734701</span></a><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Meeting ID: <a href="tel:(647)%20766-0103" value="+16477660103" target="_blank">647 766 0103</a><br>Passcode: 460994</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">One tap mobile<br><a href="tel:(646)%20931-3860" value="+16469313860" target="_blank">+16469313860</a>,,<a href="tel:(647)%20766-0103" value="+16477660103" target="_blank">6477660103</a>#,,,,*460994# US<br><br>Dial by your location<br>\u2022 <a href="tel:(646)%20931-3860" value="+16469313860" target="_blank">+1 646 931 3860</a> US<br>\u2022 <a href="tel:(646)%20876-9923" value="+16468769923" target="_blank">+1 646 876 9923</a> US (New York)</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Meeting ID: <a href="tel:(647)%20766-0103" value="+16477660103" target="_blank">647 766 0103</a><br>Passcode: 460994</span></p><h1 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">Wednesday, October 21</h1><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">4:00 PM-7:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Affiliate Networking</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Summit Hospitality Suite</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Stop by for snacks and conversation as you network with fellow attendees and affiliate members. Share experiences, make new connections, and enjoy an evening of fellowship and fun.</span></p><h1 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">Thursday, October 22</h1><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 AM-8:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">9:00 AM-2:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Exhibit Hall</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Bossanova</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Visit our array of exhibitors to view the many fine products and learn about services and resources available for people who are blind or have low vision. Speak directly with representatives, explore available resources, and have your questions answered.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">9:00 AM</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Join us for a Meet &amp; Greet with National Federation of the Blind President Mark Riccobono. This informal gathering offers an opportunity to connect with President Riccobono, ask questions, share ideas, and discuss the Federation.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">10:00 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Senior Gathering - Sandy Halverson &amp; Jane Degenshein</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Seniors et al.; all are welcome to join this discussion about family dynamics, offering advice to family members, setting personal boundaries, and helping loved ones become more comfortable and at ease with blindness. Participants will share experiences and techniques for helping family members understand, support, and believe in our independence and ability to live the lives we want.</span><span style="font-size:20pt;background-color:transparent"> </span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">11:00 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Bus Arrives</span></h3><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Lunch</span></h3><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-12:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:15 PM-1:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Lunch Gathering for First-Timers and Interested Individuals</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">1:30 \u2013 4:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Technology Seminar</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Explore new features in iOS, artificial intelligence tools, screen access options, streaming and cable alternatives, and practical apps that can enhance everyday life. Hear from experienced technology users, learn valuable tips and shortcuts, share your favorite tips, and gain new ideas and resources to help you get the most from your devices. We welcome all tech enthusiasts and curious learners to attend and join the conversation!</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">5:00 PM-9:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Cash Bar</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Credit and debit cards accepted.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">5:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Pasta Bar Dinner</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">6:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Anniversary and Birthday Costume Party Celebration</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Mambo</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">Help us celebrate a very special 50th birthday in style! Enjoy desserts, connect with fellow attendees, and join in the fun with festive costumes (optional).</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(0,112,192);font-size:18pt;background-color:transparent"><b>Friday, October 23</b></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 AM-8:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">8:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-General Session Music</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">9:00 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">General Session A</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Opening Ceremony</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Welcome from Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr.</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Announcements</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">National Report - Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of the Blind</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Fit Break -</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NJ District 2 Senator Vincent Polistina &amp; Assemblyman Donald A. Guardian</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Establishment of Affiliate - John Halverson, NFB of Virginia</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Lunch</span></h3><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-12:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:15 PM-1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Breakout Lunch Discussion Groups</span></h3><p style="text-indent:0in;margin:0in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">Federation Philosophy: Think You Know? Let\u2019s Talk!</span></b></p><p style="text-indent:0in;margin:0in;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Bossanova<br></span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"><span style="background:none;border-style:none"><span class="gmail-Lm gmail-ng" style="background:none;border-bottom:2px transparent;outline:none;border-top-style:none;border-right-style:none;border-left-style:none"><span aria-invalid="grammar" class="Lm ng" style="border-style:none;background:none">Join</span></span></span> National President Mark Riccobono for a lively, hour-long discussion of Federation philosophy\u2014the pattern of thought and ideas shaped by the lived experience of blind people. Where does it come from, what does it mean, and how do we put it into action? Whether you\u2019re new to the movement or think you already know it all, bring your questions, share your experience, and be ready to stretch your thinking.</span></p><p style="text-indent:0in;margin:0in 0in 4pt;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px"> </span></p><p style="text-indent:0in;margin:0in 0in 4pt;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NFB of NJ Senior Gathering</span></b><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px"><br><i>Summit Hospitality Suite<br></i>Join the seniors for an engaging conversation to share ideas, experiences, and practical tips for living a more productive and independent life as a blind member of our society.</span></p><p style="text-indent:0in;margin:0in 0in 4pt;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px"> </span></i></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-General Session Music</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">1:30 PM-4:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">General Session B</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Announcements</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Senator Booker, Recorded Greeting</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Department of Human Services - Deputy Kaylee McGuire; and New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired - Executive Director Dr. Bernice Davis</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">New Jersey State Library Talking Book &amp; Braille Center - Elizabeth Burns, Executive Director</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Fit Break - Qualik Ford, National Association of Blind Students (NABS) Representative</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Joseph Ruffalo: 27 Years of Leadership, Service, and Progress</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Presidential Report - Linda Melendez, President, NFB of New Jersey</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">5:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Federation Family Meal</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 PM-11:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Cash Bar</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet<br></span></i><span style="font-size:20pt">Credit and debit cards accepted.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Affiliate Auction</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Don&#39;t miss this popular convention tradition! Bid on an assortment of gift baskets, certificates, experiences, and other great items. Whether you&#39;re hunting for a bargain or simply enjoying the entertainment and excitement, you&#39;re sure to have a memorable experience.</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">8:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Extreme Family Feud</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px">This is <i>not</i> your traditional Family Feud! Bring a team or join one on the spot and get ready for fast-paced fun, unexpected challenges, and plenty of laughs. The wheel of options will spin throughout the night, prompting teams to choose top-rated survey answers, complete a challenge, recall song lyrics, or track down scavenger-hunt items. Think fast, work together, and see if your family has what it takes to take home the prize!</span></p><h1 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">Saturday, October 24</h1><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 AM-8:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">8:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-General Session Music</span></h3><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">9:00 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">General Session C</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Announcements</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NFB of NJ Scholarship Class of 2026 - Lia Stone, Director of Youth Programs</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">National Association of Blind Students (NABS) Report - Qualik Ford</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Fit Break - President Riccobono</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Looking Back, Moving Forward: Scholarship Alumni Reflections \u2013 Lia Stone</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Legislation - Clarke King, NFB of NJ Legislative Director</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NJ Parents of Blind Children \u2013 Carol Castellano</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Nominating Committee Report \u2013 Tony Santiago, Affiliate BOD</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Lunch</span></h3><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM-12:30 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Mambo</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:15 PM-1:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Breakout Lunch Discussion Groups</span></h3><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NFB of NJ Student Gathering - <i>Bossanova</i></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">NFB of NJ Parents of Blind Children - TBA</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">1:15 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Pre-General Session Music</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">1:30 PM-4:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">General Session D</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Randolph-Sheppard Update - Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of the Blind</span></p><p style="margin:0in 0in 4pt 0.35in;line-height:25.2px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:&quot;Times New Roman&quot;">   </span></span><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:28px">Affiliate Annual Business Meeting</span></p><br style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">7:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Banquet</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><a name="m_-38512328382436997__Hlk177288250"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">Maestra of Ceremonies</span></b></a><span style="font-size:20pt">\u2014Jane Degenshein, Board Member, NFB of NJ; Chair, Senior and Technology Committees<br>Invocation<br>Recognition of Sponsorship<br>Keynote Address\u2014Mark Riccobono, President, NFB</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">Presentation of State Scholarship Awards \u2014Lia Stone, Director of Youth Programs, NFB of NJ<br>Door Prizes</span></p><h1 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,112,192)">Sunday, October 25</h1><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">8:00 AM-9:30 AM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Breakfast Buffet</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">9:30 AM-11:00 AM</span></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:20pt">Castanet</span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">More Than a Membership Card: Building Our Federation</span></b><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt">What does it mean to belong to the National Federation of the Blind\u2014and how do we inspire others to join us? Gather with Federation leaders for an open, lively discussion about membership, active participation, and growing our movement. Whether you\u2019re brand-new or a longtime Federationist, bring your questions and ideas as we explore how to turn a first welcome into a lasting connection</span></p><h2 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,176,80)"><span style="font-size:20pt">12:00 PM</span></h2><h3 style="margin:10pt 0in 5pt;break-after:avoid;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif;color:rgb(112,48,160)"><span style="font-size:20pt">Bus Departure</span></h3><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 10pt;text-align:center;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:20pt">*Agenda subject to change*</span></b><span style="font-size:20pt"></span></p><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><br clear="all" style="break-before:page"></span><span style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:large"></span><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:27.6px;font-size:18pt;font-family:Tahoma,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:20pt;line-height:30.6667px"> </span></p></div></div>