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<meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto">Answer to the joke of the week. What has three feet but cannot walk, a yard stick.<br><br><div dir="ltr"><br></div><div dir="ltr"><br><blockquote type="cite">On Aug 15, 2022, at 6:27 AM, Jennifer Bazer <jennifer.h.bazer@gmail.com> wrote:<br><br></blockquote></div><blockquote type="cite"><div dir="ltr">
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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">August 15, 2022</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Positive Note 1879</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">President Jennifer Bazer</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">803-960-9977</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b> <b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="mailto:Jennifer.H.Bazer@gmail.com">Jennifer.H.Bazer@gmail.com</a></span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> Greetings Fellow Federationists:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">You can still register for our state convention by visiting our website at<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nfbofsc.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2c7c8e9ce80547c5dcb708da7ea8c8f1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637961560644834828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V74433IIim49yF3UWC3qegLjtHPCBxJLDEb2gyRbhOI%3D&reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.nfbofsc.org/" shash="yZRM0AqmW9s0Rd1wkQS9I4kuRL5fUI6XGuQz4v/PhQELAklIkmOLp67oMHjLr0Bs2S7Xc4erjgBtaH6D4weYXHgz1kzE+oMncjbhPenP5qLmljCcJQhMob6aFYjiOt76RkC+SFKQAr17tyRvJA677um1PnxEdJBx4pjaT42yxUY=">www.nfbofsc.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">and completing our registration form. Please remember your registration is not complete until the electronic form has been submitted and your payment has been received.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Masks and COVID tests for State Convention <o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span>Ask and it shall be given to you. I want to thank SC DHEC and The SC Emergency team for donating 200 KN95 masks and over 50 COVID-19 tests for our state convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The health and safety of our members and guests are paramount.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b> </b><o:p></o:p></p><h1>We Care Concerns<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Albert (Verlene) Graham of the Sumter Chapter on his brother Mark Graham’s passing<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The family of Herbert Boykin <span style="color:#1F497D">of the Sumter Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Ernest Gallman <span style="color:#1F497D">of the Columbia</span> <span style="color:#1F497D">Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Marshall <span style="color:#1F497D">and Lois</span> Tucker <span style="color:#1F497D">in Columbia</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Dale <span style="color:#1F497D">and Pat</span> Wolt<span style="color:#1F497D">h</span>off <span style="color:#1F497D">of the Columbia Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Beverly Allison <span style="color:#1F497D">of the Cherokee Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Derique Simon and Allontate (Tank) Ellerbe on the loss of their grandmoth<span style="color:#1F497D">er, both of the Spartanburg Chapter</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Dorothy Barksdale, member of the Columbia chapter<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Charles Alex Reynolds of the Sumter Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Harriet Tucker of the Columbia Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The family of Juanita Frink on her passing of the Conway Chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">James Byers<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>August Birthdays!<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Happy birthday to our members born in August!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Beatrice Gadson 15<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Helen Burris 16<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Ike Nelson 17<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Grady “Bill” Dawkins 17<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Jay Allison 17<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Clifford long 17<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Lula Bailey 20<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Margaret Rae Cunningham 20<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Janice Smith 22<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Laura James 22<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Stacey Fulwood 22<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Carolyn Jackson 23<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Eric Hilton 23<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Jennifer Bazer 25<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">John Willis 25<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Diane Railton 26<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Summer Swayngham 27<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Amber Paxton 30<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Carey Burris 31<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Neal Dorsey 31<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Special Edition of Palmetto Connects, Thursday, August 18 at 6:00 PM<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We will have a special edition of Palmetto Connects on Thursday, August 18 at 6:00 PM EDT. We will have a $50 drawing from those who both completed the registration form and paid their registration fee from June 1-June 30. We will also discuss the convention in more detail and what to expect. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We will also have a moderated session regarding elections. The moderator will not be running for a position on our NFB of SC board for 2022. Elections will be held on Sunday, August 28 during our business session at state convention and there are ten positions open for election. This moderated meeting will give prospective candidates an opportunity to discuss their vision and plans for the affiliate, expand upon the personal qualities and experiences that make them an ideal candidate, describe their contributions to the NFB of SC, and provide an outline of their platform so that voters have the information they need to cast an educated vote.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Our goal is to be transparent and open so if you plan to run for one of the ten positions mentioned below, please join us on Thursday, august 18 at 6:00 PM. Those who are seeking a position will be given a maximum of two minutes to speak. All candidates and audience members are expected to conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism at all times. If you are not seeking reelection, please let me know so that this information can be passed to our membership.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The following positions are up for election:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">1.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->President, currently held by Jennifer Bazer<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">2.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color:#1F497D">First V</span>ice President, currently held by Lenora Robertson<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">3.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->Second Vice President, currently held by Debra Canty<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">4.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->Secretary, currently held by Shannon Cook<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">5.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->Treasurer, currently held by Valerie Warrington<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">6.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->District 2 <span style="color:#1F497D">Rep</span>, currently held by Steve Cook<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">District 2 covers the counties of Barnwell, Lexington, Orangeburg, Richland, Allendale and Calhoun.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">7.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->District 4 <span style="color:#1F497D">Rep</span>, currently held by JW Smith<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">District 4 covers the counties of Cherokee, Greenville, Spartanburg, Union, Pickens, Oconee and Anderson.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">8.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->District 6 <span style="color:#1F497D">Rep</span>, currently held by Marty McKenzie<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:14.0pt">District 6 covers the counties of Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Bamberg, Clarendon, Marion, Williamsburg and Marlboro.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">9.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->Member at Large, currently held by Demetrius Williford<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top:5.0pt;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="mso-list:Ignore">10.<span style="font:7.0pt "Times New Roman""> </span></span><!--[endif]-->Member at Large, currently held by Neel Sheth<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText">As we prepare to vote in the upcoming elections, I hope voters will consider<o:p></o:p></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who would be the best candidate for each position.<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who attends most if not all board meetings and other leadership meetings?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who is qualified for the position and wants the position?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who has the skills to fulfill the duties of the position?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who believes in the affiliate?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who is dedicated to furthering the mission of the NFB of SC and is not simply seeking recognition?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who comes up with solutions when there are challenges?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who is ready to grow the affiliate, build the Federation and think outside of the box when needed?<o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5">Who is willing to make the personal sacrifices and time commitments needed to improve the lives of the blind in South Carolina?<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class="MsoPlainText">I urge all members to attend this session in order to learn about the prospective candidates and cast an educated vote in our upcoming elections.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>NFB of SC Quilt auctioning Off at State Convention<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal">MT. Hebron UMC Prayer Chain Ministry donated a homemade quilt that we will be auctioning off during our Saturday night banquet.<o:p></o:p></p><p style="margin:0in;text-indent:.5in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">This modern block style quilt was created for the National Federation of the Blind Of SC by the Mt. Hebron Prayer Shawl Ministry. The colors are those represented in the NFB logo; blue, green and orange. Each row contains a block with an embroidery pattern.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row one, block four is a radiant flower of teardrop shaped petals. “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” Isaiah 40:8 ESV This quilt will fade, but God’s love for you lasts forever! (Wash in cold water with a Shout Color Catcher Sheet. Dry low temperature or line dry.)</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row two, block one has the NFB motto “Live the life you want.” Block 6 has a braille representation of the logo hand stitched in French knots.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row three, block three is a pair of birds. “‘Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?’” Matthew 6:26 ESV</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row four, block five, is a circle pattern representing the Trinity. “For there are three that bear witness in heaven: The Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one.” 1 John 5:7 NIV</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row five, block two is an abstract pattern representing creation. “For by Him all things were created,in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities - all things were created through Him and for Him.” Colossians 1:16 ESV<span class="gmail-apple-tab-span"> </span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row six, block four is a butterfly. “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Row seven, block one is the Mt Hebron Prayer Shawl Ministry dedication. Block six is the National Federation of the Blind logo. A special thank you to Susan Nelson of Charlotte Sewing Center for digitizing the logo.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">A tassel is tied at each corner. Each knot is tied as a prayer is given for the receiver of the quilt. We invite you to continue tying knots with a prayer!</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoPlainText"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Sports and Recreation Division Newly Elected Board Members<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal">The Sports and Rec Division held elections to fill the positions of president and vice president. David Rebocho has moved to Rhode Island, his home state, to build a life with his beautiful fiancé Katie and her three daughters. We wish him all the happiness in the world and will miss him here in SC. We want to thank him for bringing the Sports and Rec Division to the NFB of SC. We also want to give a heartfelt thank you to Pathronda Anderson who served as vice president. She has chosen to remain an active division member, but not to serve as VP. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto">The officers elected at the meeting last night who will fulfill the remainder of this year’s term are as follows. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">President – Lori Anne Coley<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto">Vice President – Melinda Jones<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto">Secretary/Treasurer – Cheri Euton (No changes were made to her position.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto">We look forward to planning the future of the division together with the South Carolina affiliate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="color:#1F497D">Memorial Service at the State Convention</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Please contact Dorothy Barksdale at 803-765-1622 to let her know of losses/home goings from the time our 2021 state convention was held until present so they can be remembered during the memorial service of our 2022 state convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h2>Calling all Interested Members in an SC Association of Black Leaders Division<o:p></o:p></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">As many of you are aware, during last month’s NFB National Convention a National Association of Black Leaders Division was officially created. After much discussion, we feel that such a division would also benefit the blind of South Carolina.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">If such an association were to be created, the purpose of the association would be to serve as a chapter of the National Association of Black leaders (N.A.B.L.) and a division of the NFB of SC; to promote and encourage the full participation of black members within the NFB of SC; to be a vehicle for collective action by the blind of South Carolina; to encourage and support black members in the pursuit of leadership roles; to educate others on the intersecting problems faced by blind Black Americans; to raise awareness of the contributions of the Black membership within the movement; and to do such things, and to take such actions, in furtherance of the goals of the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">If you are interested in joining a division such as this, or if you would like more information, you can email either Derique Simon or myself (Kristopher Crawley) using the below contact information.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Although this is a division that focuses on the interests of black members within the federation, everyone is encouraged to join and participate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">An interest meeting will be held at the NFB of SC State Convention on Friday, August 26<sup>th</sup> at 9PM. More information to come soon.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We look forward to hearing from you,<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Derique’s Phone: (864) 398-9437<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Derique’s Email: <a href="mailto:DeriqueS@icloud.com">DeriqueS@icloud.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Kris’ Phone: (803) 220-1727<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Kris’ Email: <a href="mailto:KICrawley.NFB@gmail.com">KICrawley.NFB@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h2>Come by the <span style="color:#1F497D">SC</span>COF Table at State Convention<o:p></o:p></h2><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We would like to encourage you to stop by the SC Communities of Faith Division table at this year’s State Convention. We will be giving out keychains, providing material such as prayer cards from different faith traditions, <span style="color:#1F497D">and</span> information on how to order and obtain resources in accessible format<span style="color:#1F497D">s.</span> <span style="color:#1F497D">W</span>e would just love to chat.<span style="color:#1F497D"> This division is to share information about faiths for better understanding, not as a recruitment tool, so please join us! </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">If you would like to donate anything for us to display or provide to interested parties, you can contact me in the following ways.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Email: <a href="mailto:KICrawley.NFB@gmail.com">KICrawley.NFB@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Phone/Text: (803) 220-1727<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Looking forward to seeing you there,<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>We Care Would Like Donations and Help for those at Christmas<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The We Care Committee is <span style="color:#1F497D">one of</span> the NFB of SC <span style="color:#1F497D">statewide committees</span>. All funds are held in the NFB of SC account<span style="color:#1F497D">,</span> earmarked We Care so that this committee can fulfill its project for Christmas.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The We care committee is sponsoring a prized drawing for an Apple TV, yes, an Apple TV!!!<br>Donations are as follows: one ticket five dollars, five tickets, $20.<br>All proceeds, 100%, from this fundraiser will go towards a Christmas project that is near and dear to us. We will be providing hygiene kits as well as gift cards for visually impaired and blind adults and children for Christmas.<br>The drawing will take place on Monday, October 5 at 6 PM on Federation zoom. You do not have to be present to win.<br>To contribute to this wonderful cause, you may:<br> 1. Log on to <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnfbofsc.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2c7c8e9ce80547c5dcb708da7ea8c8f1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637961560644834828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=cc8Tok0f3u4yo3Gn8GeKEwYokTDoW%2F%2B2rh3CVbhbXGM%3D&reserved=0" originalsrc="http://nfbofsc.org/" shash="Cog1rJgdpJFOzL0VzUIYkdEDf5B4h9oEI13Q8Swv+Z7mAkjTR2Rz/JGksF2CtMPDA4Bw0NwBwusqpaAgoYGpVkWDe6lQ8DjGRlA5P3dCXTTL1i/wlp22JVJI1MlA6Q+LhP0XxQcJxgb8locLlkbrRD2PnSS7iLWdKT7TjDGfARg=">nfbofsc.org</a> and tap donate. Please be sure to indicate we care committee fundraiser in the memo line<br> 2. Send check or money order too: Federation Center 119 South Kilbourne Rd Columbia, SC 29205<br>3. You may also contact the We Care committee and provide tangible items that they need for this project like gift cards or hygiene items.<br>Thank you in advance for your support!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Resolutions for 2022 State Convention<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">From Elizabeth Rouse<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Miss Valerie and myself are excited to get to work on this year’s resolutions, and we are also hoping this year will serve as an opportunity for us to reorganize and rededicate the committee to follow-through and successful implementation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">With this goal in mind, we would love to get as much work done regarding the composition and revision of resolutions before the start of convention on Thursday, August 25. We ask that you send any resolution draft you have to both Valerie and myself at <a href="mailto:vwarrington@att.net">vwarrington@att.net</a> and <a href="mailto:elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com">elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com</a> no later than noon on Monday, August 22.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We will still be open to new ideas and suggestions for resolutions after this date; however, providing this initial deadline will allow for a great deal of respect to be shown to Valerie’s time, my own, and that of our committee members.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Senior Division Wants to Warm you Up<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The Senior Division of the NFB of SC is ready to warm you up and get you going! We will be selling coffee and hot chocolate in whatever form you like (Ground, whole bean or K-Cups).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The name of the company is “White Cane Coffee”, founded by a blind woman. All the boxes are brailled, as are the individual K-cups. There are numerous flavored coffees to choose from, and the hot chocolate comes in either plain or a mint flavor. All coffee comes in regular or decaf and a variety of roasts are available as well. From a mild roast to “High Octane”, there is surely a coffee which will be right for you. Please visit our website at <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwhitecanecoffee.com%2Fref%2FNFBSC-Seniors%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2c7c8e9ce80547c5dcb708da7ea8c8f1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637961560644834828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Bs3W%2FWZyOEQEjUeaaXlwkcW8flR%2Bza0K13vSqa3uNck%3D&reserved=0" originalsrc="https://whitecanecoffee.com/ref/NFBSC-Seniors/" shash="uGi0jOwlYhcZngkL0FdH9NtT/Chm2jFD/hHAXXMg/NhBnDb8CGCZFGZ/Ojg0VlRCMkVuMk9+Ti6MhzTSR1S0qbTzc4YxlHEmlj7Jikt6+O9vFmLviSUs8c7hteEYvQeSBmDoQuTFkPXUV+6s94bec/y90vqa/791t3sKpf7FeoI=">https://whitecanecoffee.com/ref/NFBSC-Seniors/</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">to order your coffee or hot chocolate today!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> The ordering process and selection of coffee types are simple. You may order on-line only at this time, but we will expand it for ordering without a computer or smartphone later in the fall.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> We will also have samples for you to taste at the State Convention, so stop by and visit us at the Senior Table. We will also be giving some out to lucky door prize winners there.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>News From Spartanburg Chapter!<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The Spartanburg Chapter announces a Fund Raising Drawing contest with the drawing to be held on August 27, 2022 during State Convention. How much for the entry ticket? The cost of the chance to win a prize is a donation of $5.00 and we hope you will enter as many times as you would like, the more entries the better your chances!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">What do you win? The donation of $5.00 gives you a chance to win a<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">first prize :sixty-five inch Smart TV<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Second prize: Air Fryer<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Third prize : fourth generation Echo<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">We are also excited to announce a second Fund Raising event to be offered at State Convention. One of our Chapter members has designed an incredibly special <span style="color:#1F497D">T-shirt</span> logo honoring the blind movement in South Carolina.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">What are the colors? Pink, yellow and white are the current offered colors in sizes ranging from small to 2X with more colors and sizes available upon your order.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> How much for this unique t-shirt? The cost is one for $20 and two for $35.00.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">What is on the t-shirt which makes it so special? Our designer has provided the details:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The Logo on front is an Apple tree and arched across the top of the apple tree will be the following quote: “That which is Essential is never invisible in our eyes”<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">On the left side of the tree trunk is NFB and the right side is SC<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Below the tree are the words : Under the apple tree” and :Spartanburg Chapter” .<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">What if all the t-shirts are gone before you can purchase one or more? Do not fear, we can take orders in assorted colors and sizes, and we will ship to your home address. If you have any questions or wish to place an order, email the Spartanburg Chapter at <a href="mailto:spartanburg.chapter.nfbsc@outlook.com">spartanburg.chapter.nfbsc@outlook.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>NFB of SC Jackets at State convention<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Frank Loza will have both types of NFB of SC jackets to show and order at our upcoming state convention. Please see him at the NFB of SC table in the exhibit hall or call him at 803-617-8016.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <span style="color:#1F497D"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><h1>2022 NFB of SC Scholarship Program<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">The Scholarship Committee thanks the Sumter Chapter and Columbia Chapter for their generous donations to the scholarship program During this past week. Other donors received to date are Janice Smith, Ed and Julie Bible,<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="color:#1F497D">Mike Rundle (Jimmy Smith Memorial Scholarship), the Greenville Chapter, The Federation Center of the Blind, Belvedere Chapter, Chesterfield Chapter, Grand Strand Chapter, and the Computer Science and Technology Division. The amount is now approaching $5000. In the short time announcements have been put in the Positive Note over the past few weeks, the Scholarship Fund has more than doubled. Now this is how we build the National Federation of the Blind of South Carolina!! Our most sincere and humble gratitude from the Scholarship Committee goes out to everyone who has worked hard to donate to these scholarships. 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.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="color:#1F497D"> </span><o:p></o:p></p><h1>Questions for State Agencies Presenting at Convention<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">Last year, <span style="color:#1F497D">Darline Graham, Commissioner of the</span> SC Commission for the blind updated us on <span style="color:#1F497D">their current</span> events <span style="color:#1F497D">and initiatives</span>. This year, <span style="color:#1F497D">we hope that the</span> Talking Book<span style="color:#1F497D">s</span> service new director <span style="color:#1F497D">Jennifer Falvey and</span> new president of SC School for the Deaf and Blind will <span style="color:#1F497D">both join the Commission in</span> updating us. If you <span style="color:#1F497D">would like to submit your</span> questions for any of these agenc<span style="color:#1F497D">y directors in advance</span>, <span style="color:#1F497D">you may do so. They</span> will <span style="color:#1F497D">each have approximately</span> ten minutes <span style="color:#1F497D">on the agenda, with a few minutes reserved for the questions.</span> Please email your questions to Elizabeth Rouse and Anna Price, co-chairs of Legislative and Advocacy committee at<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><a href="mailto:Elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com">Elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>State Convention Banquet Fundraiser<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">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.<o:p></o:p></p><h1> <o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p style="margin:0in"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Braille Afghan Fundraiser<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> 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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">NFB of SC State Convention Registration is Open</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Registration is <span style="color:#1F497D">still</span> 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 <span style="color:#1F497D">the</span> registration <span style="color:#1F497D">process</span>.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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. </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Registration Rates:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Standard Registration: $100.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Student Registration: $60. This includes college, graduate or doctoral students.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Children’s and Youth Registration: $30. This rate is for people 18 and under.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Click here for the 2022 State Registration Form</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">We look forward to seeing you there!</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Door Prize Collection:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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,</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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:</span></b> <b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="mailto:cookcafe@sc.rr.com">cookcafe@sc.rr.com</a>. </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Exhibit Hall Registration</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Forms are available for exhibiting on August 26-28 at our 66<sup>th</sup> 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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Sponsorships for State Convention</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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!</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> Zoom Events for the upcoming week!</span><o:p></o:p></h1><h1><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> </span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto">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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>August 2022<o:p></o:p></h1><h2>Wednesday, August 17, 2022<span style="font-size:13.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Sports & Rec Division Meeting 8:00 PM Federation Center Zoom<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Thursday, August 18, 2022<o:p></o:p></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Palmetto Connects 6:00 PM Federation Center Zoom<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Florence Chapter 7:00 PM Federation Center Zoom<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Student Division 8:30 Rocky Bottom Zoom<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Friday, August 19, 2022<o:p></o:p></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Trivia Night: send David Bundy a message at <a href="mailto:bundy@pobox.com">bundy@pobox.com</a> in order to preregister<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Saturday, August 20, 2022<o:p></o:p></h2><p class="MsoNormal">Technology Presentation 10:00 Federation Center Zoom <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Come and learn about Tyler merren’s accessible fitness app!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Cherokee Chapter Conference Call 10:00 AM Conference Call in #: 1-605-475-4120 Access code: 6524057 <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">SC Tech Talk 3:00 PM Federation Center Zoom <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Note: Recordings are delete on Sundays around 8:00 PM Eastern.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></h1><h1><span style="font-size:11.0pt"> </span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendar.google.com%2Fcalendar%2Fical%2Fnfbsouthcarolina%2540gmail.com%2Fprivate-4df60c862f41a1d9bf2e25ed4a6af1f2%2Fbasic.ics&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2c7c8e9ce80547c5dcb708da7ea8c8f1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637961560644834828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5AS%2BFm7YE5zv%2B1%2FRq%2B7fqNAK0WDVkvkGExjAPgO0gE4%3D&reserved=0" 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class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">NFB of SC PayPal:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Go to</span></b> <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.nfbofsc.org%2F&data=05%7C01%7C%7C2c7c8e9ce80547c5dcb708da7ea8c8f1%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637961560644834828%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=V74433IIim49yF3UWC3qegLjtHPCBxJLDEb2gyRbhOI%3D&reserved=0" originalsrc="http://www.nfbofsc.org/" 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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. </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">NFB of SC State Convention Board Meeting:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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. </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">State Convention Voting:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Voting Cards:</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><h1>Last Week’s Joke of the Week Answer<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:12.0pt"><span style="color:black;background:white">You throw away the outside and cook the inside. Then you eat the outside and throw away the inside. What did you eat?</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Answer: corn on the cobb<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Joke of the Week<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><strong><span style="font-size:14.5pt;font-family:"Georgia",serif;color:black">What has three feet but cannot walk?</span></strong> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Fascinating Facts about the month of August!<o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal">On August 6, approximately 1762, the Earl of Sandwich asked for meat between two slices of bread and the sandwich was born.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> Final Thought –</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="font-size:15.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#474747;background:white">"A good leader leads the people from above them. A great leader leads the people from within them." <em>--M.D. Arnold</em></span> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><o:p> </o:p></p><h1> <o:p></o:p></h1><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">NFB Pledge –</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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.</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> NFB One Minute Message –</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">“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.”</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">NFB of SC PSA</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Click here to view the National Federation of the Blind of SC 2021 PSA!</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> </span></b><o:p></o:p></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">More NFB of SC Information</span><o:p></o:p></h1><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"> 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</span></b> <b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="mailto:cookcafe@sc.rr.com">cookcafe@sc.rr.com</a></span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"><span style="color:white">_._,_._,_</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto"> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p></div>
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