[NFBofSC] Positive Note 1862
Elizabeth Rouse
elizabethrouse.nfb at gmail.com
Mon Apr 18 14:57:05 UTC 2022
Hi Jennifer:
Unless my AT skills have left me on this fine Monday, the state convention
registration link was not linked properly.
Thanks!
Elizabeth
On Sun, Apr 17, 2022 at 10:23 PM Jennifer Bazer via NFBofSC <
nfbofsc at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
>
> April 18, 2022
>
> Positive Note 1862
>
> President Jennifer Bazer
>
> 803-960-9977
>
> Jennifer.H.Bazer at gmail.com
>
>
> Greetings Fellow Federationists:
>
> I am making a few changes to the Positive Note to streamline some of the
> announcements. At the end, I will list information such as the Federation
> Center Zoom info, the Rocky Bottom Zoom info, the address to the Federation
> Center of the Blind, and the NFB of SC PayPal info, and anything else as
> needed. In each section, the information will be referenced. This should
> make it a little easier to get through. Give it a few weeks and let me
> know what you think.
>
>
> Palmetto Connects, Thursday, April 21, 6:00 PM EDT
>
> Palmetto Connects will be held Thursday, April 21 at 6:00 PM EDT on the
> Federation Center zoom platform. In order to keep the meeting to an hour,
> please send any questions ahead of time to me via email or text. I look
> forward to seeing you all Thursday, at 6:00 PM.
>
>
> Blind Equality Achievement Month Event April 23
>
> WHO: THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAM COMMITTEE
>
> WHAT: BRINGING FORTH AWARENESS TO THE BLIND AND SIGHTED COMMUNITY ABOUT
> THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF SOUTH CAROLINA AND ALL it ENTAILS
>
> WHEN: SATURDAY APRIL 23, 2022 AT 11AM- 2PM
>
> WHERE: HARBISON COMMUNITY CENTER 106 HILLPINE ROAD COLUMBIA, SC 29212
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/106+HILLPINE+ROAD+COLUMBIA,+SC+29212?entry=gmail&source=g>
>
> WHY: TO EDUCATE THE SIGHTED AND NEWLY BLIND INDIVIDUALS THAT THERE IS LIFE
> AFTER BLINDNESS
>
>
> Lee County Chapter Invites You to Bowl!
>
> The Lee County Chapter of the national Federation of the blind of South
> Carolina Will be hosting it's second "Bowling Day Outing " on Saturday,
> July 16 at 1:00 PM afterwords, we will gather together at a local
> restaurant to have a great Meal The cost of the bowling will be $10. which
> will include your shoes, bowling ball in two hours of bowling The meal
> is separate in order to reserve a room large enough to accommodate, please
> let me know or any member of the Lee County Chapter know if you are
> interested in attending. you may call 803-459-4585 or you may email Linda
> Dizzley at ldizzley at hotmail.com>
>
> we hope to see you there!
>
>
> NFB of SC State Convention Registration is Open
>
> Exciting News!
>
> Registration is now open for the National Federation of the Blind of South
> Carolina’s 66th State Convention! This year’s state convention will be held
> at the North Charleston Marriott 4770 Goer Drive, North Charleston, SC
> 29406
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/4770+Goer+Drive,+North+Charleston,+SC+29406?entry=gmail&source=g>.
> The phone number is 843-747-1900. The dates are August 25, 2022 through
> August 28, 2022. Below is the link to the registration form for the state
> Convention. Just a reminder that your registration is non-refundable and
> non-transferable. Once you fill out the 2022 NFB of SC state convention
> registration form. You will need to also submit your payment in order to
> complete your registration.
>
> Acceptable payment methods include NFB of SC PayPal. Please put in the
> message field “State convention registration” and include the names of
> those whose registration you are paying. You can also make a check payable
> to the NFB of SC and mail it to the Federation Center of the Blind (see
> below) and include the same info as stated above.
>
>
>
> Registration Rates:
>
> Standard Registration: Pre-register for $85 until July 15, 2022 at 11:59
> PM EDT. Then the cost goes up to $100.
>
> Student Registration: Pre-registration is 55 until July 15, 2022 at 11:59
> PM EDT. Then the price goes up to $60. This includes college, graduate or
> doctoral students.
>
> Children’s and Youth Registration: Pre-register for $25 until July 15,
> 2022 at 11:59 PM EDT. Then the cost goes up to $30. This rate is for people
> 18 and under.
>
> Click here for the 2022 State Registration Form
>
> We look forward to seeing you there!
>
>
> Exhibit Hall Registration
>
> Forms are available for exhibiting on August 25-28 at our 66th annual
> state convention in North Charleston. For non-members, agencies, businesses
> and other organizations, the cost is $125. The cost for members, chapters
> and divisions is $40. The forms are on our website, have been sent to the
> list serv, or can be obtain from me or David Houck. We look forward to many
> reserved tables in our exhibit hall at this convention.
>
>
> Sponsorships for State Convention
>
> It is time again to seek sponsorships for our NFB of SC state convention
> held August 25-28 at the North Charleston Marriot. The chapter or division
> with the most money in sponsorships will receive 10% of the total
> sponsorship money raised. Last year, we raised over $6,200, the largest
> amount of sponsorships for one convention. Let’s see if we can reach
> $15,000! All funds raised will help defray the cost of a $25,000 to $30,000
> convention. Thank you to the Sumter chapter who obtained the first
> sponsorship.
>
> You may obtain an electronic sponsorship letter from the convention
> planning committee by contacting Melinda Jones or Andrew Adams or
> contacting me directly. If you need printed copies mailed, please contact
> David Houck at the Federation Center. Sponsorships should be paid using our
> NFB of SC pay pal link on our site. Individuals or companies may also mail
> a check made payable to NFB of SC with “state convention sponsorship” in
> the memo line and mailed to the Federation Center. We had a large number of
> White Cane level sponsors last year at $100 from individuals in our own
> affiliate, chapters, divisions and other individuals in the community.
> Let’s work together to exceed last year’s goal!
>
>
> Scholarship Announcement 2022
>
> Students are nearly through their spring semester. That means it is time
> to apply for a 2022 NFB of SC Scholarship. With the state convention being
> August 25 - 28, 2022, the deadline for scholarship applications is 11:59
> p.m. June 20, 2022. The committee will select the top three applicants,
> and they will be notified approximately one month prior to the state
> convention. The updated scholarship application is now available at
> www.nfbofsc.org. Please also remember that the scholarship program
> operates on donations exclusively. If you or your chapter would like to
> contribute a scholarship or make a donation to the Metro Fund, please get
> in touch with me, Shannon Cook, (coffeequeensc1 at sc.rr.com or (803)
> 605-4250). I will notify Valerie Warrington, NFB of SC Treasurer of the
> scholarship donation. Also, please help us get the word out about the
> program. If you or someone you know is in school full time, please
> encourage them to apply for a scholarship! Thank you.
>
>
> Convention Planning Committee Seeks Donations for DJ and Other Convention
> Expenses
>
> Melinda Jones and Andrew Adams, co-chairs of the Convention Planning
> Committee, would like to thank the chapters and divisions who have donated
> to help offset the cost of the DJ for the Friday night reception. Once the
> DJ fee of $350 has been raised, the overflow will go to offset other costs
> of the state convention. If you, your chapter, or division would like to
> contribute to the DJ, please mail a check made to NFB of SC and write DJ in
> the memo line and send to the Federation Center, or pay using the NFB of SC
> PayPal button. (See below.) Thank you all for your support of our state
> convention this year! By the way, so far $125 of the $350 has been
> raised.
>
>
>
> The Convention Planning Committee is also asking each Chapter
> and Division to donate at least $25 for a different statewide fundraiser,
> which will help offset some of the cost of our State Convention and
> hopefully help more of our members be able to attend in person. You may
> send checks to the Federation Center, or use the NFB of SC PayPal link.
> Please note “State convention funds” in your memo.
>
>
> Talking Medical Device (TMD) Program
>
> More talking medical devices have been awarded. For anyone who has
> submitted an application, but not heard back from the committee, it is
> either because we are still waiting on the doctor’s statement, or the
> review committee has not met since receiving all documents. We appreciate
> your cooperation and interest in this program. The application is
> available on www.nfbofsc.org, by email, or by postal mail. Please call
> me if you have questions. (803) 605-4250. We will also be accepting
> applications and doctor’s statements occasionally at in-person meetings.
> More opportunities will be announced soon. Shannon Cook
>
>
> New Dues Policy:
>
> On Thursday, February 24, 2022, the NFB of SC Board met in executive
> session to discuss dues due dates as they relate to being eligible to vote
> at the state convention August 25-28, 2022. . The Board voted on the
> following policy.
>
> For current and new NFB of SC members, dues must be paid by 11:59 p.m. on
> Tuesday, May 31, 2022. That means that your state dues must be paid and
> received, and the NFB of SC membership form must be completed by the
> deadline. If both of those two things are not done, you will not be able
> to vote in the elections at the August convention. With just under two
> months to go, everyone has lots of time to ensure both components of the
> membership process are complete by then. If anyone needs assistance paying
> their dues online and/or filling out the membership form, please get in
> touch with either Steve or Shannon Cook. If anyone else has good
> technology skills and is willing to help too, please let Steve Cook know.
>
> Beginning in 2023, and for each subsequent year thereafter, for current
> members, dues will be due no later than 11:59 p.m. January 31. If dues are
> not received by January 31 along with the requisite membership form, you
> will be delinquent and ineligible to vote at that year’s state convention.
> For new members who have not been a member in two or more years, or who are
> brand new members, their dues will be due by 11:59 p.m. on May 31 of that
> year. The same rules apply. If the new member’s dues are not paid by
> then, they cannot vote in that year’s state convention elections.
>
> Members know that dues are due usually in January, so there is plenty of
> time to make sure they have been taken care of by the deadline.
>
>
> 2022 NFB of SC Membership Form
>
> The National Federation of the Blind of SC has had our 2022
> Membership Form on our website at www.nfbofsc.org since October 1, 2021.
> When you fill out this form, you will receive an email copy of the
> information you entered if you provided your personal Email address. If you
> are assisting someone with the form that does not have an Email address,
> feel free to use cookcafe at sc.rr.com in the Email field. Once you click on
> the submit button, you will be taken to the Donations page in which you can
> choose to pay your $10 state dues using the NFB of South Carolina State
> Affiliate secure Pay Pal button. Remember you must fill out the new form
> and pay the $10 state dues in order to complete the process for your 2022
> membership! https://nfbofsc.org/2022-membership-form/ If you have any
> questions or need assistance with the above process, please call Steve Cook
> at 803 260 1292. If he is unable to take your call, he will call you back
> when available. Also, if you sign up on the NFB website, www.nfb.org,
> that is awesome, you will receive your welcome coin and packet, but please
> remember, you must also sign up on www.nfbofsc.org as a member of our
> Palmetto affiliate. I want to thank you all for being willing to assist
> those who are not familiar with online registration or payment so that
> their membership can be completed. Please remember, all dues and membership
> forms must be completed and submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern on May 31 in
> order to vote in our state convention election during the weekend of August
> 25-28.
>
>
> NFB of SC Jackets
>
> Note, this is a project of Frank Loza personally and 25% of the
> proceeds benefit the Federation Center in Columbia. From Frank Loza:
>
> Get your National Federation of the Blind jackets. There are
> two styles available.
>
> One is a micro fiber that comes in black or blue, in sizes small to 4x.
> The other one is polyester blend that comes in black, blue and gray, in
> sizes small to 5x. On the back of the jacket it has our national NFB
> logo. Under that it has National Federation of the Blind written out.
> Below that it has, “Live the life you want.” On the front left chest, it
> has NFB of SC. If there are any other states that would like to order
> these jackets, they can be customized for your state. The logo and
> lettering is embroidered, so it can be felt. The micro fiber style is
> eighty dollars and the polyester blend is seventy five dollars. If you
> have any questions, you can call Frank Loza at, 803-617-8016. He can
> explain more detail about the jackets and their design. Payments can be
> made by check, money order, PayPal or Zelle. To pay by PayPal or Zelle,
> you can look my account up on either platform by searching for my email,
> which is, floza58 at bellsouth.net. Join all the other Federationists who
> wear their jackets with pride. Please help us spread the word to other
> states, so they don’t miss out. Thank you so very much.
>
>
> NFB of SC Bags, Shirts, hoodies, and crew neck sweatshirts
>
> The NFB of SC is selling bags with the NFB of SC logo and Live
> the Life you Want printed on the front. The bag is black, the bottom is
> red, and the straps are white. The top is open with a draw string closure.
> There is a zipper around the bottom, that expands the bag. There is a
> zippered pocket on the front where the NFB of SC logo is located. The bags
> are great for a gift or for sporting the NFB of SC logo and tag line. The
> bags sell for $25 each. You can pay pal the money on our website
> www.nfbofsc.org or send cash or check made payable to NFB of SC to the
> Federation Center.
>
> We are also selling short sleeve T-shirts. They are gray with
> the logo and tag line in black on the right side if looking at the shirt.
> On the back, you will find the state of SC shaded in black. These shirts
> are $25. You can purchase two bags for $40 or two shirts for $40, or, one
> bag and one shirt for $40. If you just want one or the other, the price is
> $25 each. We are hoping to get in some sweatshirts and hoodies and will let
> you know the cost of these once they are secured. All funds will go to the
> NFB of SC.
>
> We have added hoodies and crew neck sweatshirts to our NFB of SC
> apparel. Blue crew neck sweatshirt, With yellow logo, and NFB of SC Live
> the life you want. Written below. Blue hoodie sweatshirt, with front
> pockets. Has the NFB logo in yellow with NFB of SC, Live the life you want,
> written below the logo. Prices are as follows: Sweatshirt or hoodie:
> Adult small to adult extra-large is 35 each or 2 for 60, 2x to 5x is 40
> each or 2 for 70. T shirt and bags 25 each or 2 for 40 Same price for
> Bags. You can mix and match. Make money orders or checks payable to NFB of
> SC and note what you are purchasing and your preferred size. You may also
> pay through PayPal at www.nfbofsc.org. Please note in the comments
> section exactly what you wish to purchase. Questions, call President
> Jennifer Bazer at 803-960-9977. Thank you for your support of the NFB of SC!
>
>
> New Orleans Fundraiser
>
> WHAT? New Orleans Here We Come!!!
>
> WHO? The National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina!!!
>
> WHAT? Offering an opportunity to win a 6-day 7-night stay during our
> National Convention!!!
>
> WHEN? July 4th through July 10th at the Marriot located at 555 Canal
> Street, New Orleans
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/555+Canal+Street,+New+Orleans?entry=gmail&source=g>
> .
>
> WHAT SHOULD I DO? Purchase tickets which are 1 for five-dollars and 3 for
> ten-dollars. For every thirty-dollars you donate, then you will have a
> chance to win one-hundred dollars in CASH! The winner will either win a
> room or funds will be applied to your previously reserved room.
>
> WHAT DO I GET? Hotel accommodations for the room. If the convention is
> cancelled the winner will take home the cash.
>
> HOW will I win? You can send your donation to NFB of SC PayPal at
> www.nfbofsc.org. You may also mail a check, cash or money order to NFB of
> SC and mail to 119 S. Kilbourne Road, Columbia, SC 29205
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/119+S.+Kilbourne+Road,+Columbia,+SC+29205?entry=gmail&source=g>
> and please make sure to put Hotel Tickets in the for/memo field. To have
> your information placed into the drawing please send us an email with your
> name and best reached phone number to, nfbofscfundraiser at gmail.com.
>
> WHAT SHOULD I KNOW? In order for the winner to have enough time to cancel
> previous reservations, WHEN IS THE DRAWING? The drawing will take place on
> Monday May 30, 2022 at 5:30 pm on the Federation zoom platform.
>
> Easy way to add to your contacts for a quick connection…
>
> 9292056099,,,8032543777#
>
> Thank you for your support to the National Federation of the
> Blind of South Carolina-Fundraising Committee!!! For more information
> please contact either
>
> Andrew Adams at (803)269-3803 or
>
> Debra Canty at (803)775-5792 or
>
> Co-chairs of the Fundraising Committee.
>
>
>
> Speaking of the 2022 National Convention …
>
>
> National NFB Convention New Orleans, LA July 5-10, 2022
>
> New Orleans Site of 2022 Convention by John Berggren
>
> An aerial view of the New Orleans Marriott. The 2022 Convention
> of the National Federation of the Blind will take place in New Orleans,
> Louisiana, July 5 to July 10, at the New Orleans Marriott at 555 Canal
> Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70130
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/555+Canal+Street,+New+Orleans,+Louisiana,+70130?entry=gmail&source=g>.
> You can reserve a room now at the Marriott by calling 800-654-3990 ensuring
> you’ll be in our headquarters hotel. If you wish to stay in our overflow
> hotel directly across Canal Street, call 855-516-1090 to book a room at the
> Sheraton New Orleans.
>
> The nightly rate for both the Marriott and the Sheraton is $109
> for singles and doubles. Triples and quads can be booked for $119 per
> night. You should also anticipate the combined sales tax and tourism
> support rate of 16.2 percent, and note there is a hotel occupancy fee of
> $3.00 per night.
>
> Both hotels will take a deposit of the first night’s room rate,
> taxes, and fees and will require a credit card or a personal check. If you
> use a credit card, the deposit will be charged against your card
> immediately. If a reservation is cancelled before Monday, June 1, 2022,
> half of the deposit will be returned. Refunds will not be issued for
> cancellations made beyond that date.
>
> The hotels sit astride the storied Canal Street at 555 and 500
> Canal Street
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/500+Canal+Street?entry=gmail&source=g>
> respectively, only blocks from the mighty Mississippi River and even closer
> to the historic French Quarter. Both hotels offer a range of dining options
> as well as twenty-four-hour fitness centers. You’ll find a rooftop pool at
> the Marriott while the Sheraton features a Starbucks in its atrium lobby.
>
> The schedule for the 2022 convention is:
>
> Tuesday, July 5 Seminar Day
>
> Wednesday, July 6 Registration and Resolutions Day
>
> Thursday, July 7 Board Meeting and Division Day
>
> Friday, July 8 Opening Session
>
> Saturday, July 9 Business Session
>
> Sunday, July 10 Banquet Day and Adjournment
>
> The health of our members is of paramount importance as we plan
> for our first in-person convention in three years. Both of our convention
> hotels are committed to ensuring the safety of guests and have implemented
> cleaning protocols and elevated practices to deliver on this commitment.
> The National Federation of the Blind will continually monitor masking
> policies, vaccination requirements, and other health guidelines that may
> apply to our convention. Updates will be shared with members throughout the
> months leading up to convention, so members can plan accordingly.
>
>
>
> Register for the Premier Event in the Blind Community
>
> National Federation of the Blind 2022 National Convention
>
> July 5 through July 10, 2022
>
> New Orleans, LA
>
> #NFB22
>
> The National Federation of the Blind is the transformative membership and
> advocacy organization of blind people. Every day we raise the expectations
> of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind
> people and our dreams. Each year we come together for important
> discussions, decisions, and information sharing.
>
> As an attendee, take advantage of the opportunity to:
>
> • Network with thousands of blind role models
>
> • Connect with leaders in the field of blindness
>
> • Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics
>
> • Learn about the latest in technology and innovation
>
> • And more!
>
> The convention is open to all. Important note: Our constitution states
> that only members of the Federation have the right to participate in
> decision-making when it comes to organizational policy. If you are not
> already a member, please connect with your state affiliate.
>
> Is this your first convention or do you need a review of what to expect?
> Mark your calendar for the Rookie Roundup meeting scheduled for Tuesday,
> July 5, at 8:00 p.m. central time, which will go over all the things you
> need to know about the convention. Also available for first-time attendees,
> learn about the Kenneth Jernigan Convention Scholarship.
>
> Register Today
>
> Registration is now open. Get access to the latest information as it is
> made available and more.
>
> Register for the 2022 National Convention now!
>
> For more information and hotel details, visit https://nfb.org/convention.
> We look forward to your participation in this important event.
>
> Coming Soon: NFB22 Virtual Experience Registration
>
> We are excited to offer opportunities for engagement and connection to
> participants who are unable to attend the convention in-person. Details and
> registration for the 2022 National Convention Virtual Experience, a
> dedicated online space for exclusive convention activities, are coming
> soon. Registration for the virtual experience will be separate and at no
> cost.
>
>
> Rideshare Discrimination Survey
>
> The National Federation of the Blind is seeking feedback from Uber and
> Lyft customers who have been discriminated against by either rideshare
> company because of disability, including but not limited to a rider’s use
> of a service animal or white cane, or inaccessible rideshare app
> technology. Please take time to report all instances of discrimination.
> Though NFB’s agreements with both Uber and Lyft expired in 2020, we are
> gathering information about ongoing discrimination for legal advocacy.
>
> You are not required to be a member of the NFB in order to fill out this
> survey. Below is a link to the survey.
>
>
> https://nfb.org/programs-services/legal-program/rideshare-discrimination-survey
>
>
> Zoom Events for the upcoming month!
>
> Below are the events scheduled this month for the NFB of SC.
> Chairs and co-chairs, please make sure your agenda for the committee is on
> the list serve before your meeting. Also, starting now, chairs and
> co-chairs of committees along with presidents of chapters and divisions
> will be responsible for sending out meting reminders to the listserv along
> with the agenda. Thank you! Committee chairs and co-chairs, please also
> send me a list of committee members for the committee you are chairing or
> co-chairing. Please remember, I need a list of all committee members so we
> can add to the website. Someone will need to send out the daily reminder,
> agenda and Zoom information for the meeting.
>
>
> April 2022 Monday, April 18, 2022
>
> Membership & Outreach 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Tuesday, April 19, 2022
>
> Get Fit with the Sports & Rec Division 5:30 PM Rocky Bottom Zoom
>
> Diabetes Action Network 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Wednesday, April 20, 2022
>
> Sports & Rec Division meeting 7:00 PM Rocky Bottom Zoom
>
>
> Thursday, April 21, 2022
>
> Palmetto Connects, 6:00 PM, Federation Zoom
>
>
> Saturday, April 23, 2022
>
> Get Fit with the Sports & Rec Division 9:00 AM Rocky Bottom Zoom
>
> SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Monday, April 25, 2022
>
> Anderson Chapter 7:00 PM Rocky Bottom
>
> SCAGDU 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Tuesday, April 26, 2022
>
> Get Fit with the Sports & Rec Division 5:30 PM Rocky Bottom Zoom
>
> Diversity & Inclusion Committee 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Wednesday, April 27, 2022
>
> Communities of Faith 6:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Thursday, April 28, 2022
>
> Computer Science & Technology Division 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
>
>
> Saturday, April 30, 2022
>
> Get Fit with the Sports & Rec Division 9:00 AM Rocky Bottom Zoom
>
>
> Federation Center Zoom Info
>
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
>
> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777 Passcode: 124578
>
> One tap mobile +19292056099,,8032543777# US (New York)
>
>
> Rocky Bottom Zoom Info
>
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8648789090?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
>
> Meeting ID: 864 878 9090 Passcode: 124578
>
> One tap mobile +19292056099,,8648789090# US (New York)
>
>
> FCB Address:
>
> Federation Center of the Blind
>
> 119 S Kilbourne Road
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/119+S+Kilbourne+Road+Columbia,+SC+29205?entry=gmail&source=g>
>
> Columbia, SC 29205
> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/119+S+Kilbourne+Road+Columbia,+SC+29205?entry=gmail&source=g>
>
>
> NFB of SC PayPal:
>
> Go to www.nfbofsc.org and click on the “Donate with PayPal” button.
> Enter the required info. PayPal charges a 3% fee. To ensure that the
> total amount you are paying is received, kindly add 3 cents for every
> dollar that is being paid. We thank you for your support.
>
>
>
> The following information was voted on and approved by the NFB of SC board
> on April 9, 2022:
> State Convention Registration Rates:
>
> Registration rates for this year’s convention are the same as last
> year’s. They follow.
>
> Registration: Pre-register for $85 until July 15, 2022 at 11:59 PM EDT.
> Then the cost goes up to $100.
>
> Student Registration: Pre-registration is 55 until July 15, 2022 at 11:59
> PM EDT. Then the price goes up to $60. This includes college, graduate or
> doctoral students.
>
> Children’s and Youth Registration: Pre-register for $25 until July 15,
> 2022 at 11:59 PM EDT. Then the cost goes up to $30. This rate is for people
> 18 and under.
>
>
>
> The deadline to pre-register for the state convention, with both the
> registration form and the payment being received, is July 15, 2022 at 11:59
> p.m. EDT.
>
>
> Early registration drawings:
>
> The board voted to have two drawings as was done last year. Anyone who
> pre-registers between now and May 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. EDT, will be
> entered into a drawing for $100. Those pre-registering between June 1,
> 2022 at 12:00 a.m. EDT and June 30, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. EDT, will be
> entered into a drawing for $50. There will not be a drawing for making
> reservations at the hotel.
>
>
> State Convention Badges:
>
> This year, name badges at the state convention will be very clear as to
> who is able to vote and who is not. The colors chosen for the badges will
> be noticeably different, such as blue and yellow, purple and green, black
> and white, etc. Colors have not been decided. This will make it much
> easier for counters to know who to give voting cards to and those to skip
> when voting takes place.
>
>
> NFB of SC State Convention Board Meeting:
>
> Because of the increase in the number of divisions and committees, it is
> much harder to fit everything in on Friday, and still include time for the
> reception. The board decided to have its meeting on Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
>
>
> State Convention Voting:
>
> Voting for the state convention will be in person only. If someone wants
> to register and arrive at the hotel on Sunday for voting, the board decided
> that will be acceptable. This will keep the spirit of the in person voting
> intact, and will help to accommodate those who may wish to lessen their
> face-to-face interactions. As a side benefit, it could give more
> transportation options to members across the state for returning to their
> respective homes.
>
>
> Voting Cards:
>
> Everyone who votes at the state convention will receive one index card in
> an envelope. Once they make their selection, and tear the card accordingly,
> they will put the card back in the envelope for it to be collected. This
> will give a higher level of secrecy to the votes. Only the counters will
> be allowed to see the cards. They will not know who gave which card.
>
>
> Joke of the Week –
>
> What gets wetter the more it dries?
>
> A towel
>
>
> Fascinating Fact of the Week –
>
> What happened on this day, April 18 in history:
>
> 1906 Earthquake, measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, shook the town of
> San Francisco
>
> 1923 first baseball game is played at Yankee Stadium in New York City
>
> 1956 Grace Kelly Marries Prince Rainier of Monaco
>
> 1983 Car Bomb US Embassy Lebanon
>
> 2003 Scott Peterson Arrested
>
>
> Final Thought –
>
> Don’t compare yourself to others. Be like the sun and the moon and shine
> when it’s your time.
>
>
>
>
> NFB Pledge –
>
> I pledge to participate actively in the effort 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.
>
>
> NFB One Minute Message –
>
> “The National Federation of the Blind knows 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 blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want;
> blindness is not what holds you back.”
>
>
> NFB of SC PSA
>
> Click here to view the National Federation of the Blind of SC 2021 PSA!
>
>
> More NFB of SC Information
>
> If this message was forwarded to you and you would like to
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> the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina, please email Steve
> Cook at cookcafe at sc.rr.com
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Elizabeth Rouse
She/her/hers
Treasurer | National Association of Blind Students
Chair | NABS Legislative and Self-Advocacy Committee
Editor | NABS Notes
Secretary/Treasurer | NFB of SC Communities of Faith Division
Co-Chair | NFB of SC Legislative and Advocacy Committee & Resolutions
Committee
Elizabethrouse.nfb at gmail.com
(563) 210-1854
“It is better to light one small candle than to curse the darkness.” -
Eleanor Roosevelt
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