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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal><b>From:</b> Bonnie Lucas <BLucas@AlaskaBVI.org> <br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, October 7, 2022 12:01 PM<br><b>Subject:</b> Support groups for the months of October and December!<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Boo, I hope I didn’t scare you!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you think it is scary to experience losing your eyesight, you are not alone! Based on what so many have told me, it is the scariest thing that has happened to most people. For this reason, we have our monthly support groups so folks can interact with those having similar experiences and get to know those who have made it past the scary part! It does happen and we hope you will join us to gain valuable experiences and information. The following topics will be covered during October and November. They include:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Wednesday Oct. 12 at 1:00: Come learn about rank choice voting and how to register to vote. You may already be registered without knowing it. (Presented by AARP)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Wednesday, October 27 at 1:00: All about Scams, now that is scary! (Presented by AARP.) <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Wednesday, November 9 at 1:00: Come learn some tips and tricks from Center staff that will help you communicate better and mingle more effectively with your sighted friends and family during the long Holiday Season!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Wednesday, November 16 at 1:00: We have an awesome opportunity to learn how to make wreaths with the help and supplies from the staff at the Alaska Botanical Gardens. Stacy, who led our guided tour in September is drying some lovely outdoor plant treasures and will show us how to make this lovely creation. The maximum number of participants will be fifteen, and the cost is $20. If this is something you really want to do but simply cannot afford the cost, please let Bonnie know at 907-771-4306. To sign up, call Bonnie or leave your information with Jocelyn.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, we will not be meeting on the fourth Wednesday. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>You may join on Zoom for all discussions. However, the wreath making will not include a Zoom connection. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>All other listed topics will provide a Zoom connection to follow, along with phone number to call in. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join by landline phone:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Call this number: <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:.75in'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1-346-248-7799<o:p></o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=2 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>When prompted, enter meeting ID: <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:.5in'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>868 1806 6187#<o:p></o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=3 type=1><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>When it asks for a participant ID, just hit #<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:0in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>When it asks for a password, enter: <o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoListParagraph style='margin-left:.75in'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1111# <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join on a computer or smart phone:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join Zoom Meeting<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86818066187?pwd=b2YxQS9YZHAwaHNaS3ZGK0svWktEdz09">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86818066187?pwd=b2YxQS9YZHAwaHNaS3ZGK0svWktEdz09</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Meeting ID: 868 1806 6187<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Passcode: 1111<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>One tap mobile<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListBulletCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:0in;mso-list:none'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>+13462487799,,86818066187#,,,,*1111# <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Finally, if you would like to have the “one tap mobile” number mentioned above to add to your phone’s contacts, you may call 907-771-4306. Be sure to leave a message if Bonnie does not <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>answer.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:17.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Looking forward to interacting with you soon!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-family:"Maiandra GD",sans-serif;color:#00549D'>Bonnie Lucas, MS, <a href="Certified%20Vision%20Rehabilitation%20Therapist%20(CVRT®)"><span style='color:blue'>CVRT</span></a>, MSW<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Older Blind Coordinator, Braille and Technology Instructor<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><i><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#00549D'>Equipping Alaskans for Success<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Alaska Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>3903 Taft Drive<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Anchorage, Alaska 99517<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Phone:</span><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> (907) 248-7770 </span><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Direct: </span><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>(907) 771-4306<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#00549D'><a href="www.alaskabvi.org"><span style='color:#00549D'>www.alaskabvi.org</span></a> <a href="www.facebook.com/alaskabvi"><span style='color:#00549D'>www.facebook.com/alaskabvi</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#4472C4'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#4472C4'><img border=0 width=463 height=141 style='width:4.8229in;height:1.4687in' id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.jpg@01D8DA34.172EFEA0" alt="PCG-EmailIcon (1)"></span><span style='color:#4472C4'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#4472C4'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Gill Sans MT",sans-serif;color:black'>The Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 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