[NFBofSC] Positive Note 2007

Mon Jan 27 02:17:21 UTC 2025

January 26, 2025

Memo To:  Executive Officers, Board Members, Chapter & Division Presidents &
Others

From:  Marty R. McKenzie, President

Positive Note 2007

843-939-8091  president at nfbofsc.org <mailto:president at nfbofsc.org>  

Dear Federation Family,

Well, it was more than a threat! Many areas of South Carolina received snow
during the past week and schools and government agencies across the state
were closed as necessary. This has been a January to remember where weather
events have taken place close together. Fortunately, loss of power was
minimal if at all and everyone seems to have weathered the cold in good
order. Remember to check on your family, friends and neighbors during this
unusual weather activity.

Due to the threat of snow, we had to cancel the Legislative Breakfast at
8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. This was a mere 24 hours before the
event was scheduled. We appreciate Federation Center Chair Ed Bible's
relationship with Eggs Up Grill as we incurred no cost due to this
unpreventable cancellation. The Legislative Breakfast cannot be rescheduled
as these appointments are secured a year in advance. The Legislative and
Advocacy Committee will work to ensure that our message is communicated to
the elected leaders. You may be asked to assist in this endeavor.

At this time next week, our Washington Seminar delegation will be in
Washington, DC and preparing for the great gathering which will take place
on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. You are encouraged to join
virtually via Zoom to participate in this activity. The phone number is
929-205-6099 and the meeting ID is 992 4094 2968#. If you are using the Zoom
app on your computer, phone or tablet, activate the Join button and enter
the above meeting ID without the # sign. Let's show up and support our
delegation at this event.

Palmetto Connects will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.
on the NFB of SC Zoom platform immediately following the At Large chapter
meeting. This change is due to Washington Seminar taking place the first
week of February. This month's Palmetto Connects will be hosted by First
Vice President Lenora Robertson. The phone number is 929-205-6099 and the
meeting ID is 803 254 3777#. If you are using the Zoom app on your computer,
phone or tablet, activate the Join button and enter the above meeting ID
without the # sign. Continue to encourage members to participate in this
monthly meeting so that we can improve our attendance.

>From the Sports and Recreation Division

The Sports and Recreation Division is at a crucial point. We met on January
8, 2025 but did not have anyone interested in taking on the role as
president. We will meet again on February 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM to decide if
we will continue as a division or to drop back to a committee or a group.
Please join us to share your thoughts about the changes under consideration.

It is time for chapters and divisions to send in your dues to the state
office for 2025. Please provide a list of names with the check. If you have
new members that joined this year, please send in their contact information
as well as other information we need for our records and for the Membership
Portal. For assistance with this, contact Thom Spittle, Membership and
Mentoring Chair, at (803-331-3344 or via e-mail at membership at nfbofsc.org
<mailto:membership at nfbofsc.org> . Thank you for your prompt attention to
this matter.

>From Belinda Banks, President of the Blind Merchants Division

The Blind Merchants Division of the National Federation of the Blind of
South Carolina is back with our 2025 Sweethearts Sale! We are selling
boutonnieres and corsages for the Sweethearts Ball. Boutonnieres are $15 and
Corsages are $20. Purchase both for a special price of $30. This is a
pre-sale event, so please make your purchase before February 1, 2025. For
more information or to place an order, please contact Belinda Banks at
864-909-5587 or via e-mail at banksbelinda21 at gmail.com
<mailto:banksbelinda21 at gmail.com> .

>From Andrew Adams, District 2 Representative

The National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina invites you to its
annual Sweetheart Ball on Friday, February 14, 2025 from 5:30 PM to 10:00
PM. Tickets are $30 per person or $240 per table. Tickets can be purchased
by: 1) Sending a check or money order to: Federation Center, 119 S.
Kilbourne Rd., Columbia, SC 29205; 2) Using NFB of SC PayPal and including
"Sweetheart Ball" in the memo field. This is a wonderful opportunity to
fellowship and enjoy a special evening. Don't miss out!

>From Frank Loza, District 3 Representative:

Federation family, the cold weather is here, and it's time to get your NFB
of SC jackets! There are two styles: a Microfiber that comes in black or
Blue in sizes small to 4x and a Polyester Blend that comes in black, blue
and gray in sizes small to 5x. On the back of the jacket is our national
logo with the text National Federation of the Blind and "Live the Life You
Want." On the left front side are the words NFB of SC. If another state
would like one of these jackets, they can be created. The logo and lettering
are embroidered, so they can be felt. The Microfiber is $80 and the
Polyester blend is $70. If you have any questions, call Frank Loza at
803-617-8016. You can pay by check, money order, PayPal or Zelle. If you pay
by PayPal or Zelle, you will make the payment to my email, which is
floza58 at bellsouth.net <mailto:floza58 at bellsouth.net> .

>From Andrew Adams, Columbia Chapter President

Craving Barbecue? We've Got You Covered!

Looking for a delicious barbecue sandwich but don't know where to get one?
The Columbia Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of South
Carolina is here to help! Join us for our BBQ Fundraiser on Saturday, March
8, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Federation Center of the Blind,
located at 119 S. Kilbourne Rd., Columbia, SC 29205. For just $15 per plate,
enjoy: a Pulled Chicken or Pulled Pork Sandwich with Two Sides of Your
Choice and a drink. Choice of sides include: Baked Beans, Green Beans,
Coleslaw, or Potato Chips. How to Purchase Your Plate. Buy a ticket from any
Columbia Chapter member selling a ticket. Pay via PayPal to the NFB of SC
(write Columbia BBQ in the memo). Send a check or money order to the
Federation Center of the Blind Located at 119 S. Kilbourne Rd, Columbia SC
29205 (write Columbia BBQ in the memo). Not hungry but still want to support
the cause? Donations are always appreciated and help us continue our work in
the community. Come out, enjoy great food, and support a meaningful cause!

Things to remember

*	State dues submitted as soon as possible
*	Washington Seminar the week of January 2-7, 2025
*	Palmetto Connects on February 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
*	Sweetheart Ball on February 14, 2025
*	Columbia Chapter BBQ on March 8, 2025

Marty

Marty R. McKenzie, President

National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina

119 S. Kilbourne Road

Columbia, SC 29205

Phone: 803-254-3777

Mobile: 843-939-8091

Website: www.nfbofsc.org <http://www.nfbofsc.org/>  

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