[NFBofSC] Zoom Events from the NFB of Pennsylvania this Week

Sun May 24 16:28:08 UTC 2020

From: Chapter-Presidents <chapter-presidents-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf
Of Harriet Go via Chapter-Presidents
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Subject: [Chapter-Presidents] Fw: Zoom Events from the NFB of Pennsylvania
this Week

Hi everyone, 

Please see below for the list of Zoom sessions being sponsored by the NFB of
Pennsylvania for the week of May 25 through May 29.

Please spread the word and enjoy the holiday weekend!

Harriet Go

President,

Keystone Chapter, NFB of PA

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nfbp-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of Drenth, Joe via NFBP-Talk <
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Sent: Saturday, May 23, 2020 3:49 PM
Subject: [NFBP-Talk] Zoom Events from the NFB of Pennsylvania this Week 

Here are the Zoom events that will occur between Monday, May 25, and Friday,
May 29, hosted by the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania. All
are welcome to join, even if you live outside Pennsylvania. These events are
for everyone. Details for how to connect appear after the list of events.
Please note that all times are in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Recordings of our training events can be found on our archive page:
http://nfbp.org/archive

For the up-to-date calendar of our Zoom events, visit:
<http://nfbp.org/zoom-meeting-calendar>
http://nfbp.org/zoom-meeting-calendar

JAWS Training with Joe - Monday, May 25,  from noon to 12:45PM EDT.

Please join us as we explore the capabilities and usability of the
industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. We will be working with
the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.

Relaxation Hour with Lily - Monday, May 25,from 1PM to 2PM EDT.

We will be Learning and doing yoga exercises, breathing techniques, and
meditations. It will be a time for everyone to let go of their stress and
frustration. The immune system is proven to work more optimally under Little
to no  stress. I have learned many of these techniques during my college
years studying integrative health care.

Coffee with Emily - Monday, May 25,from 2PM to 3PM EDT.

We will discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting
the education of your blind children, and our Braille Enrichment for
Literacy and Learning (BELL) programs scheduled for this summer. Parents,
teachers of blind students, and anyone interested in the topics of
legislation, parenting, and education are encouraged to join us. Please note
that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal
advice. To contact Emily, email her at:  <mailto:vp2 at nfbp.org> vp2 at nfbp.org

Reading Roundtable with Marsha - Monday, May 25, from 5PM to 6PM EDT.

This week's discussion will include a presentation from Amy Bovaird, author
of 5 books, inspirational speaker, coach, blogger, and Christian. Her books
include Cane Confessions, Mobility Matters, Hitting a Home Run, Seeking
Solace, and her newest book: A Time to Dance - Coming June 1st. If you have
not read these books, come and hear about not only the author, the books,
Amy's blog, and why she self-published 5 books , but also about other books
you might want to read.  

Kernel Book Discussions with Justin - Tuesday, May 26, from 5PM to 6PM, EDT.

Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story titled "Crying Over
Spilled Milk" by Parnell Diggs

Text:
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.htm#3>
https://www.nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/books/kernel1/kernbk30/kernbk30.
htm#3

Audio:
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/kernel_books/kern30/04_crying_over_spilled
-milk.mp3>
https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/kernel_books/kern30/04_crying_over_spilled-
milk.mp3

trivia Tuesday with Juliette - Tuesday, May 26, From 6:15pm to 8pm, EDT. 

You won't want to miss this fun and exciting version of Jeopardy, with our
own real contestants and Juliette Warren as Alex. Play along at home, or
just listen and laugh along with us. 

Women Survivors with Gloria - Wednesday, May 27,  from 10:30AM to 11:30AM
EDT.

Let's come together and discuss the effects that social distancing is having
on each of us during this coronavirus.

Fitness and Wellness Warriors with Lily and Caitlin - Wednesday, May 27,
from 1PM to 2PM EDT. 

Due to all of us being stuck at home during this difficult time, it is
important to boost our immune system and make sure that we are still getting
some exercise. We will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises.  

Coffee with Emily - Wednesday, May 27,from 2PM to 3PM EDT.

We will discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting
the education of your blind children, and our Braille Enrichment for
Literacy and Learning (BELL) programs scheduled for this summer. Parents,
teachers of blind students, and anyone interested in the topics of
legislation, parenting, and education are encouraged to join us. Please note
that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal
advice. To contact Emily, email her at:  <mailto:vp2 at nfbp.org> vp2 at nfbp.org

Getting the Most out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker with Mark -
Wednesday, May 27, from 3PM to 4PM EDT.

Share your experience with the Amazon Echo. Do you have a favorite Alexa
skill you would like to share with others? Get the news, schedule a ride, or
control your home. Join us to learn how Alexa can do more for you.

iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My! with Marsha - Wednesday, May 27, from 5PM
to 6:15PM EDT.

Join us to learn how to navigate iOS devices using Voice Over. We will cover
more about email, including setting up accounts and creating folders during
this session. Hosted by Marsha Drenth, Social Worker and Certified iOS
device instructor.

Navigating the Rehabilitation System with Lynn and Special Guest Marc
Maurer, Immediate Past President of the National Federation of the Blind -
Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30PM to 8PM EDT. 

Join us to learn about blindness training, independence, and vocational
rehabilitation from one of our top leaders in the NFB. Bring your questions,
too.

Kernel Book Discussions with Justin - Thursday, May 28, from 5PM to 6PM EDT.

Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story titled "Do You Want to
Run?" by Melody Lindsey

Text:
<https://www.nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/books/kernel1/kernbk30/kernbk30
.htm#5>
https://www.nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/books/kernel1/kernbk30/kernbk30.
htm#5

Audio:
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/kernel_books/kern30/06_do_you_want_to_run.
mp3>
https://nfb.org/images/nfb/audio/kernel_books/kern30/06_do_you_want_to_run.m
p3

Apps, Apps, Apps with Marsha - Thursday, May 28, from 6:30PM to 8PM EDT. 

If you have an iOS device and would like to know more about apps, then This
series is for you. Marsha will demonstrate Seeing AI and apps for recording
during this session. If you have suggestions for apps you would like to see
featured please email:  <mailto:marsha.drenth at gmail.com>
marsha.drenth at gmail.com   

JAWS Training with Joe - Friday, May 29,  from noon to 12:45PM EDT.

Please join us as we explore the capabilities and usability of the
industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. We will be working with
the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.

Fitness and Wellness Warriors with Lily and Caitlin - Friday, May 29, from
1PM to 2PM EDT. 

Due to all of us being stuck at home during this difficult time, it is
important to boost our immune system and make sure that we are still getting
some exercise. We will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises.  

Kids' Story Hour  with Harriet - Friday, May 29, from 3PM to 4PM EDT. 

Keep your braille skills sharp by reading along with Harriet as she reads
favorite stories for kids in braille. If you want to take your turn reading
in braille to the group, you can do that, too. Otherwise, follow along in
your own book or on your braille display.

Here is how to participate in these events:

No registration is necessary, and everyone is invited to join. Simply use
one of the following methods to connect with us on the Zoom platform when
the events are scheduled to begin. 

1. From within the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app on your iPhone or Android,
just hit the "Join" button on the "Meet and Chat" tab and then enter our
meeting ID: 215 988 0888.

2. Click the following link, which will open the meeting using the app or
your web browser:

 <https://zoom.us/my/nfbpennsylvania> https://zoom.us/my/nfbpennsylvania

3. On a mobile phone, click either of the  following "One Tap" links, based
on which one is nearest to your location:

+13126266799,,2159880888# (Chicago)

+16468769923,,2159880888# (New York)

4. Using a standard telephone, dial 646-876-9923, 

and then enter our meeting ID when prompted: 215 988 0888.

Again, recordings of many of our events can be found on our archive page:

 <http://nfbp.org/archive> http://nfbp.org/archive

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Joseph Drenth 

First Vice-President, National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Rehabilitation

Senior R&D Software Engineer, JBT Corporation, Automated Systems Division

Cell: 215-827-7787

Email:  <mailto:vp at nfbp.org> vp at nfbp.org

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