[NFBofSC] Positive Note 1876

Mon Jul 25 12:24:05 UTC 2022

What a wonderful quote and perfect analogy for our affiliate. I loved it. Thank you for all the hard work and time that goes into making these positive notes weekly. It’s A LOT of work and I don’t think many people realize how time consuming it is. Thank you President Jennifer Bazer for ALL your hard work and dedication to this state and affiliate. I

David Rebocho 
President 
Sports/Rec Division 
National Federation of the Blind
South Carolina  

> On Jul 25, 2022, at 01:16, Jennifer Bazer via NFBofSC <nfbofsc at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> July 25, 2022
> Positive Note 1876
> President Jennifer Bazer
> 803-960-9977
>   Jennifer.H.Bazer at gmail.com
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>           Greetings Fellow Federationists:
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> I read a quote by Drew Barrymore recently that said, “I have always loved butterflies because they remind us it’s never too late to transform ourselves.” The NFB of SC can become a beautiful example of the power of transformation, if we let it.  There will always be those individuals who will never be team players; who will always be divisive; who will constantly be trying to sink the ship because they are not the captain. As we approach our state convention and consider the leadership we will elect for the next two years, let’s consider who will be a good captain.  Let’s ask ourselves who will be good crew members.  During the gale force winds in a storm, who will remain on deck to make sure the ship remains strong, undamaged, and safe.  Are there people who want to be on the crew, but instead act as passengers, not taking on the responsibility they agreed to when elected?  Do they know how to operate the ship’s wheel, navigational systems, and know how to call for help when it is needed.  Are they willing to pitch in and do any and every job asked of them to keep the ship in tip top shape?  Do they stand back and let others do the work, but take the credit as if they did?   Do they help keep the crew motivated, offering suggestions for improvement, or just poke holes in suggestions made by others with no other viable solutions?  Our leadership, much like our organization, needs people who will work consistently  and tirelessly to raise the level of progress we make in our affiliate. We need to really think of who is up to the challenge; who will put in the hours; and who strives to uphold and learn the philosophy and knowledge of the NFB of SC. At times, it may be people who are familiar to us, who are already in leadership roles.  Other times, those in leadership do not do the work asked of them, and need to be replaced by those who will carry out their duties.  Let’s surround ourselves with those who bring joy, who mean what they say, who follow through, who don’t have an ulterior motive, and who believe in and are committed to the Federation.
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> Thanks to donations from our Federation family, I was able to deliver 124 bottles of boost to Dale Wolthoff’s caregiver in Hopkins. Dale had fallen in the middle of the night and was readmitted to the hospital for observation due to elevated blood pressure. Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers. I visited with Pat while there.  She is out of the hospital. Good news, she did not have a heart attack; they were worried about fluid around her heart.
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> Ask and it shall be given to you. I want to thank SCDHEC and The SC Emergency team for donating 200 KN95 masks and over 50 COVID-19 tests for our state convention.
> The health and safety of our members and guests are paramount.
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> Registration is still open  for our 66th annual state convention. The pre-registration period has ended, so prices have gone up slightly, but we encourage you to register and join us. We currently have 134 nights booked at the North Charleston Marriott. We need 166 nights to meet our 80% contracted percentage without paying for rooms we do not use. NFB of SC state convention room rates are good until 5:00 PM EDT on August 5. After that date, rooms will be released to the general public and room rates are not guaranteed. The number for central reservations is
> 888-236-2427.  Please refer to the additional information further down in this Positive Note about state convention registration and making hotel reservations.
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> We Care Concerns
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> Please keep the following individuals in your thoughts and prayers and please let Dorothy Barksdale, chair of the We Care Committee know of prayers and praises.
> Debra Canty on the loss of her mother Ruth Pressley, member of the Sumter chapter.
> The family of Herbert Boykin of the Sumter Chapter
> Ernest Gallman of the Columbia Chapter
> Marshall and Lois Tucker in Columbia
> Dale and Pat Wolthoff of the Columbia Chapter
> Beverly Allison of the Cherokee Chapter
> Derique Simon and Allontate (Tank) Ellerbe on the loss of their grandmother, both of the Spartanburg Chapter
> John Williams, husband of Casey (Rose Williams both of the Columbia Chapter
> Dorothy Barksdale, member of the Columbia chapter
> Those who are not on this list but need our thoughts and prayers for sickness, loss, recovery and other concerns that are not mentioned or unspoken.
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> Anniversary Celebration for Marshall and Lois  Tucker
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> Marshall and Lois Tucker’s fiftieth wedding anniversary is July 29. The Tuckers were members of the NFB of SC in its earliest days.  They have both been long-time leaders of this affiliate.  Marshall is still not out of the woods from his recent fall and injuries, so please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
> We would like the NFB of SC family to help them celebrate their  fiftieth anniversary all across SC and beyond.
> There are two things we wish to do.
> The first is to make an audio collage of folks wishing them a happy fiftieth anniversary. You may send a short audio clip to Steve Cook at
> cookcafe at sc.rr.com
> Please make sure to include your name on the audio clip so the Tucker’s know who it is coming from.
> the second is to put anniversary messages in Braille from individuals.
> You may send those to me at
> Jennifer.h.bazer at gmail.com
> You may also text them to me at 803-960-9977. Or, call me and I will write them down.
> Please include your name and the message so we can add it to the Braille text.
> Those messages will be compiled to a booklet for them in Braille.
> The deadline to submit all texts or audio files is Thursday, July 28 at 8:00 PM EDT. This gives us time to put into Braille and make a quality recording for them on a thumb drive.
> If you have questions, please give me a call at 803-960-9977.
> Thank you all for making this special for Marshall and Lois Tucker.
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> Latest Episode of NFB of SC Podcast
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> Luke simianer and Steve Cook recorded a podcast about his company Clusive! This podcast can now be found using your favorite podcast platform by searching for the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina podcast. Be sure and listen and contact Luke if you have any further questions.
> "Clusiv is the world's first accessible e-learning platform built for & by people who are blind or visually impaired. We solve the global problem of blind inclusion in the workforce and society as a whole by empowering the blind learner through accessible education and up-skilling."
> Direct Link to the Clusive Podcast!
> <https://anchor.fm/national-federation-of-the-blind-of-south-carolina/episod
> es/Clusive-e1lga6g>
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> 2022 NFB of SC Scholarship Program
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> Immense gratitude to the Greenville Chapter for the scholarship donation that was received last week.  Thanks goes out to the following who have contributed to this year’s scholarship amounts.  The Federation Center of the Blind, Belvedere Chapter, Chesterfield Chapter, Grand Strand Chapter, and the Computer Science and Technology Division.  Other awards have been given in Jimmy Smith’s name. At this point, our amounts are critically low as compared to other years.  We accept donations from individuals, not just chapters and divisions.  Years ago, Carey Burris established the Metro Fund to allow for smaller donation amounts that can be added to named scholarships  to supplement the award amounts for individual students.  Please consider passing the hat at your chapter meeting or sending in a donation to help these students to offset their educational expenses.     Donations can be made via PayPal or by check   Please call me, Shannon Cook if you have questions or want to let me know of a donation.  Thanks in advance for your assistance.
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> Questions for State Agencies Presenting at Convention
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> Last year, Darline Graham, Commissioner of the SC Commission for the blind updated us on their current events and initiatives. This year, we hope that the Talking Books service new director Jennifer Falvey and new president of SC School for the Deaf and Blind will both join the Commission in updating us. If you would like to submit your questions for any of these agency directors in advance, you may do so.  They will each have approximately ten minutes on the agenda, with a few minutes reserved for the questions. Please email your questions to Elizabeth Rouse and Anna Price, co-chairs of Legislative and Advocacy committee at
> Elizabethrouse.nfb at gmail.com
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> State Convention Banquet Fundraiser
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> Each year at our state convention, we raise money for the NFB of SC at our banquet on Saturday night. We usually raise around $10,000 in less than an hour which is impressive and shows the dedication to our affiliate by all of our members, chapters and divisions. Please consider what you may wish to contribute during our banquet. Contributions can be sent ahead of time to the Federation Center made out to NFB of SC. Please insure you write banquet fundraiser in the memo line so we can recognize the contribution. You may also send your donations through Pay Pal on our NFB of SC website. Please write banquet fundraiser in the comment section. Pledges can be made at the banquet. These should be fulfilled by December 31, 2022. All contributions by members, chapters and divisions will be recognized at the banquet.
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> July Birthdays!
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> Happy birthday to the following members who have birthdays in July!
> Barbara Martin  19
> Jackie Cousar     20
> Rosa Lee Wells  20
> Rogers Nelson   21
> Franklin Johnson              21
> George Johnson               22
> Mary Rose Hagan             22
> Katherine Loza  23
> Collette Bradley 23
> Frank Loza           24
> David Rebocho  25
> Edwin Gerace    25
> Albert Graham  28
> Bernice Thames Wheeler              29
> Valerie Warrington          29
> Susanne Bryant 30
> Taiwan Johnson 31
> Kerry “Butch” Thompson              31
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> Palmetto Convention Grant
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> The NFB of SC board voted to award three Palmetto Convention Grants in the amount of $200 each. If you are a current NFB of SC member and you have not attended a state convention and wish to attend our state convention August 25-28, please contact Shannon Cook, chair of this committee to obtain an application. Both sighted and blind members are eligible.  The deadline is quickly approaching on July 30, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.
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> Sports and Rec Division Fundraiser 50/50 Drawing  
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> The Sports and Rec Division is having a 50/50 Drawing  
> Prizes:
> ·       First prize is half/50% of the cash raised in ticket sales. 
> ·       Second Prize is a gift basket. 
> The drawing will be held during the banquet at the NFB of SC State Convention on August 27, 2022.  .  You do not have to be present to win.
> Tickets: 1/$5, 3/$10, 7/$20.
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> To purchase in advance of the state convention, you can pay via our Sports and Rec PayPal. The info is below. Please put in the memo line the money is for the S & R 50/50 Drawing.
> https://www.paypal.me/sportrecnfbsc
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> If you have any questions, please email the Sports and Rec Division at srnfbsc21 at yahoo.com
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> Thank you all. 
> Sports and Rec Division 
> National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina 
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> Braille Afghan Fundraiser
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> Do you or a family member read, write, or just simply have an appreciation for Braille? If so, the Braille Literacy Committee, in partnership with the NFB of SC Fundraising committee and the NFB of SC have a special announcement! A special Braille-themed Afghan has been  lovingly created by our very own Glenda Culick, featuring yarn from the personal collection of our beloved late Ellen Taylor. This one-of-a-kind, handmade item features a white background with hunter green Braille dots that are visual and touchable and a hunter green border. The Afghan is large enough to cover a twin size bed, but would also look great as an overlay on a full or queen sized bed. Coincidentally, the color scheme matches with that of the School for the Deaf and Blind, which has many alumni in the area. The cost to enter will be $10 per entry or you may purchase 3 entries for $25. The drawing to determine the winner will take place during the late fall season. If you'd like to examine the piece, it will be on display at the NFB of SC table during the state convention in August. The Braille Literacy Committee wishes to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Glenda for taking the time to create such a beautiful piece and to the fundraising committee, along with the NFB of SC for partnering with us to extend this special opportunity statewide. 
>  You may enter the drawing by using Pay Pal on our affiliate website and please insure you put Braille Afghan in the comment section. You may also mail a check to the Federation Center made out to NFB of SC and write Braille Afghan in the memo line. One entry for $10 or three for $25.
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> NFB of SC State Convention Registration is Open
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> Registration is still 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.  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 the registration process.
> 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. 
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> Registration Rates:
> Standard Registration: $100.
> Student Registration: $60.  This includes college, graduate or doctoral students.
> Children’s and Youth Registration: $30. This rate is for people 18 and under.
> Click here for the 2022 State Registration Form
> We look forward to seeing you there!
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> Door Prize Collection:
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> It is time to begin gathering door prizes to distribute during the general sessions of the convention. Names for door prizes will be drawn electronically like last year. We are keeping consistent with our NFB national as they also draw electronically.  We like for the prizes to be  worth $10 or more.  Only new items please.  Keep in mind that men, women, blind, and sighted all will be in the running to receive them, so a variety of prizes is greatly appreciated. If you will be at the convention, you can bring them with you.  If not,
> You can send them with someone or mail them to the Federation Center.  Address is provided later in the Positive Note.   If anyone has questions, please contact Steve and Shannon Cook who are coordinating door prizes again this year.  Their info is below.  Home: (803) 254-0222; his cell: (803) 260-1292; her cell: (803) 605-4250; email: cookcafe at sc.rr.com. 
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> Exhibit Hall Registration
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> Forms are available for exhibiting on August 26-28 at our 66th annual state convention in North Charleston. For non-members, agencies, businesses and other organizations, the cost is $125 per table. The cost for members, chapters and divisions is $40 per table. The forms are on our NFB of SC website, have been sent out on the list serve, or can be obtain from David Houck or me, Jennifer Bazer. We look forward to many reserved tables in our exhibit hall at this convention.
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> Sponsorships for State Convention
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> 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!
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> Zoom Events for the Upcoming Week
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> Monday, July 25, 2022
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> SC Association of Guide Dog Users 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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> Diversity & Inclusion Committee 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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> Communities of Faith 6:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Thursday, July 28, 2022
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> Computer Science & Tech Division 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
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> Saturday, July 30, 2022
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> SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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>           Zoom Events for the upcoming month!
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> Below is the list of NFB SC Zoom events for the month of August. Please read over them and let me know of any changes. Also, if you are a Division President and plan to meet in person at the NFB of SC State Convention, let me know in order to note this on the Google Calendar.
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> August 2022
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> Monday, August 1, 2022
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> We Care Committee 6:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
> Fund Raising Committee 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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> President Mark Riccobono Presidential Release 8:00 PM
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> Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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> Cooking with the At Large Chapter 6:30 PM Federation Center Zoom 
> Legislative & Advocacy Committee 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Thursday, August 4, 2022
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> Student Division 8:30 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Friday, August 5, 2022
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> Movie night with the NFB of SC
> This month’s presentation is A Star Is Born
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> Saturday, August 6, 2022
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> SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Monday, August 8, 2022
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> Convention Planning Committee 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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> At Large Chapter 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Wednesday, August 10, 2022
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> Sports & Rec Division 6:00 PM Rocky Bottom Zoom 
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> Saturday, August 13, 2022
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> SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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> Diabetes Action Network 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom  
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> Thursday, August 18, 2022
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> Diabetes Action Network 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom  
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> Friday, August 19, 2022
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> Trivia Night: send David Bundy a message at bundy at pobox.com in order to preregister
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> Saturday, August 20, 2022
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> Technology Presentation 10:00 Federation Center Zoom 
> Cherokee Chapter Conference Call 10:00 AM Conference Call in #: 1-605-475-4120 Access code: 6524057
> SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Monday, August 22, 2022
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> SC Association of Guide Dog Users 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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> Diversity & Inclusion Committee 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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> Communities of Faith 6:00 PM Federation Center Zoom 
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> Thursday, August 25, 2022
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> State Board Meeting from the State Convention at 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom
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> Friday, August 26, 2022
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> State Convention in person, will not be streamed on Zoom
> Computer Science & Technology Division will be meeting in person, time to be announced later.
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> Saturday, August 27, 2022
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> State Convention in person
> General sessions and Banquet will be streamed on the Federation Center Zoom platform
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> Sunday, August 28, 2022
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> State Convention in person
> General sessions will be streamed on the Federation Center Zoom platform
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> Monday, August 29, 2022
> Tuesday, August 30, 2022
> Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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> Do you have a smart phone or tablet? How would you like to be able to look at your calendar on your smart device for upcoming events for the NFB of SC? Well, we have something that you will really like! Below is a link to the NFB of SC Google Calendar that you can subscribe to for upcoming events without having to visit our fabulous NFB of SC website to check the Events Calendar. Below is the link in which you will need to subscribe to the Events Calendar on your smart phone or computer.
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> https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/nfbsouthcarolina%40gmail.com/private-4df60c862f41a1d9bf2e25ed4a6af1f2/basic.ics
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>           Federation Center Zoom Info
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> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777 Passcode: 124578
> One tap mobile +19292056099,,8032543777# US (New York)
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>           Rocky Bottom Zoom Info
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> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8648789090?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
> Meeting ID: 864 878 9090 Passcode: 124578
> One tap mobile +19292056099,,8648789090# US (New York)
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> FCB Address:
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> Federation Center of the Blind
> 119 S Kilbourne Road
> Columbia, SC 29205
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> NFB of SC PayPal:
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> 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. 
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> NFB of SC State Convention Board Meeting:
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> 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. 
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> State Convention Voting:
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> 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.
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> Voting Cards:
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> 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.
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> Joke of the Week
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> I come in different shapes and sizes. Part of me are curves, others are straight. You can put me anywhere you like, but there is only one right place for me.
> What am I? 
> Jigsaw Puzzle Piece
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> Fascinating Facts about July 25th!
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> 2007 India gets its first female president
> 1984 Svetlana Savitskaya becomes the First Woman to Walk in Space
> 1978 World's first test tube baby is born
> 1976 The famous Face on Mars photo is taken
> 1956 Tunisia gains its independence from France
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>        Final Thought –
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> I think we need more love in the world. We need more kindness, more compassion, more joy, more laughter.
> Ellen DeGeneres
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> NFB Pledge –
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> 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.
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>           NFB One Minute Message –
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> “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.”
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> NFB of SC PSA
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> Click here to view the National Federation of the Blind of SC 2021 PSA!
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> More NFB of SC Information
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>           If this message was forwarded to you and you would like to receive it directly in your inbox, as well as, receive messages regarding the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina, please email Steve Cook at cookcafe at sc.rr.com
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