[NFBofSC] FW: [NFB-Conventions] NFB of Washington convention: Tapping into the Future

Tue Feb 27 11:18:42 UTC 2024

Hi All, 

I enjoy reading information pertaining to state conventions from other
affiliates. You never know, we may start using some of their agenda ideas! 

Steve Cook
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PM Eastern for audio described movies using the below Zoom platform! 
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From: NFB-Conventions <nfb-conventions-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of
David Andrews via NFB-Conventions
Sent: Monday, February 26, 2024 8:36 PM
To: nfb-conventions at nfbnet.org
Subject: [NFB-Conventions] NFB of Washington convention: Tapping into the
Future

>
>Welcome to the 2024 NFB of Washington state convention: Tapping into 
>the Future. We are excited you have chosen to join us for the NFB of 
>Washington convention held February 29-March 3 at the Heathman Lodge in 
>Vancouver, WA. You will find attached the English and Spanish agenda, 
>as well as some information below.
>
>
>Rookie Roundup
>
>
>
>Please join us tonight via Zoom for our first event of this year's
>convention: Rookie roundup; a virtual welcome to all first-time 
>convention goers. Delve into the essentials of navigation, networking, 
>and future possibilities. Join us as we uncover the keys to a 
>successful convention experience, setting the stage for newfound 
>connections and informative adventures.
>
>Zoom Information: 
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>NWRIdz09
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>Meeting ID: 828 2486 1044
>
>Passcode: 625885
>
>One tap mobile
>
>+12532050468,,82824861044#,,,,*625885# US
>
>
>
>
>Sponsors:
>
>
>
>We would like to thank our sponsors of this year's convention: 
>platinum, center for Assistive Technology and Training (CATT) NW; gold, 
>Department of Services for the Blind; silver, Democracy Live, Penny 
>forward, and Amerability LLC; bronze, Bricks for the Blind, The 
>Lighthouse for the Blind INC, Non-24/Vanda Pharmaceuticals; and 
>Northwest Association of Blind Athletes. To learn more about our 
>sponsors, visit our website <http://www.nfbw.org>www.nfbw.org, read the 
>agenda, or find them in the Exhibit Hall Friday. We would also like to 
>give special thanks to the following organizations/businesses for 
>in-kind donations to making this year's convention a success: 
>Washington State School for the Blind, Blind Onion Pizza, and C-Tran.
>
>
>Other Announcements:
>
>
>
>    * Fragrance Free: For the safety of those who may experience 
> serious health consequences from exposure to fragrances, we request 
> that attendees not wear scented products, such as perfumes, 
> colognes, or scented lotions.
>    * Yoga: Blind Bliss: if you are planning to attend the yoga 
> session on Saturday, please bring a towel or yoga mat to the 
> session so you can participate.
>    * Independence walk: If you are planning to join the 
> Independence Walk on Saturday, please dress appropriately for the weather.
>    * If you have not registered for the convention, you can 
> register on-site at the Heathman when you arrive: however, we have 
> no meals to sell for the event as we are completely sold out.
>
>
>Blind Tennis Information Session
>
>
>
>         Although not part of the official convention, there is an 
> opportunity to try Blind Tennis, see information below: Pacific 
> Northwest Blind Low Vision Tennis Program 2024:
>
>Come and Try Sessions:
>
>When: Thursday, February 29th 3:45-5pm / Where: Vancouver Tennis Center
>
>Proposed Program Dates:
>
>8 week program: (2 courts)
>
>Monday, April 15th 3:45-5pm
>
>Monday, April 22nd 3:45-5pm
>
>Monday, April 29th 3:45-5pm
>
>Monday, May 6th 3:45-5pm
>
>Mid Program qualifying (3 courts) tournament for USBTA Open
>
>Thursday, May 9th 3:45-5:45pm
>
>Monday, May 13th 3:45-5pm
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>Monday, May 20th 3:45-5pm
>
>Monday, May 27th 3:45-5pm
>
>Monday, June 3rd 3:45-5pm
>
>TEXT PLAY to 5096018447 to receive more information.
>
>
>
>We look forward to meeting you or reconnecting with you as we all 
>gather this weekend to live the life we want.
>
>Marci Carpenter, President
>
>National Federation of the Blind of Washington
>
>Pronouns: she/her
>
>206-604-5507
>
><mailto:mjc59 at comcast.net>mjc59 at comcast.net
>
>www.nfbw.org
>
>
>
>The National Federation of the Blind of Washington is a community of 
>members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of blind 
>Washingtonians. Every day we work together to help blind people live 
>the lives they want
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