[NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Chapter Weekly Announcements: Monday April 2nd, 2018

[Cheryl Fields]

Weekly Announcements Monday April 2nd, 2018

Hello Cleveland,

Listen to Owens Interview with OSSB on Sound Cloud.
You are   invited to listen this evening to radio show Open Our Eyes
with Host Shawn Calloway. Shawn was the NFB Ohio 2018 Convention
Banquet speaker and a member of the National Board of Directors.


 Time: 6:30 P.M.
 Topic : Domestic Violence and the Blind Community

Guest: Cheryl Fields  Stream at: Takoma Radio.org Open Our Eyes

Finding a pathway to peace is not always easy but, it is necessary for
living the life you want.

Hope you will join the discussion this evening. Thank you!

FYI! If you live in Ohio and want help call 24 hours: 800-934-9840


For the Cleveland area call: 216-391-4357
CONGRATULATIONS! ! Regina Dorfmeyer
VSA Prize Winner

Regina and husband Jeff traveled to Westerville, Ohio on Saturday
where she was honored with a medal for being the

2nd Place Best Emerging Artist

And, there's more to Celebrate! Regina walked away with another honor.

The People's Choice Award medal

 Regina's painting, Drive Home After Work was Sold on Saturday at the
VSA Ohio Day of Art for All


Drive Home After Work" Remarks: Emerging Second
This is the first entry to AEO by this artist. Their work brings
dimension and perspective to a flat canvas. Combined with
impressionist techniques and bright colors, the second place emerging
artist takes us on their ride.
CONGRATULATIONS! to Regina E. Dorfmeyer from Cleveland for Drive Home
After Work!


Paintings will be on tour around Ohio. Will keep you posted when they
reach Cleveland.



Do you have a tip that you have found beneficial? Have you found an
app that increases your independence??
If so, send the info to Cheryl and it will be shared here. Thanks


Keep Judy Barnes in your Prayers as she recouperates.
Ali has returned from visiting his parents, they are both ill and your
well wishes, thoughts and prayers are encouraged.

!
Columbus Seminar is approaching fast If you would like to attend the
Seminar, please contact the NFB State of Ohio President, Richard Payne
at 937-829-3368. The Ohio Affiliate will be embarking upon the capitol
of Ohio to discuss key legislative initiatives. So, come and lobby for
change.


Learn More about the Federation, Read
Walking alone and marching together :: a history of the organized
blind movement in the United States, 1940-1990 DB31066
 Read by Bob Askey.
.
Call OLBPH at 216-623-2911 to request a copy of the book or download
at nlsbard.loc.gov.

The Cleveland Chapter will discuss this book Soon,  Happy Reading!

:
The Cleveland Fund Raising Committee, Arlene, Rebecca, Gloria, Annie
and Co Chairs Theresa and Natassha, Says, Thank you for supporting the
NFB Gear fund raiser!

Pennies, Dimes and Nickles! Donate your loose change to the Cleveland
Chapter. Bring your loose change to the next meeting, see Rebecca Russell.


Piggest Raffel Ever:
Please select the NFB as the nonprofit, of your choice.
 Deadline for on line sales is May 2nd.  If you have more questions, contact
Cheryl fields at 216-566-4317 of Suzanne Turner at 216-5990-6199.


 use Amazon Smile!
 keep on shopping, what about Mothers Day?  Ask your friends and
family to go to amazonsmile.com and choose the Ohio Council of the Blind as
their charity of choice.  Sherry


CALENDAR:


April 9th and 10th NFB Columbus Seminar!

The Ohio Statehouse Columbus, Ohio
Contact NFB Ohio Legislative Chair Sherri Albers for more information:
Sheri Albers
 Phone: 513-886-8697E mail: sheri.albers87 at gmail.com


Tuesday April 10 Cleveland Sightht Center Call Center Hiring Event
For Details Call: 216-791-8118


Saturday April 14th  Envision Seminar: Don't Let Vision Loss Define Your Future

1 PM to 3 PM Sanger Library
3030 W. Central Ave.
 Toledo, Ohio 43606


Sunday, April 15,  NFb Ohi oSeinro Diviison Facign Blindenss 7:00 p.m.
Call: 712-775-7031
Access code: 240281423



Friday April 20th Cleveland Chapter Meeting 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.

Saturday April 21st Mobile Panry: Produce to People Fruits and
Vegetables at no cost
10:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church 8712
Quincy Avenue Cleveland, Ohio
If you would like to volunteer Contact Cheryl at 216-566-4317 Bring
your own bags


Monday April 23rd Ohio Affiliate Board of Directors Meeting via Teleconference


Thursday April 26 CSC Consumer Forum: Job Readiness Part 2
Registration is Required Contact Ralph Johnson at 216-791-8118


Sunday May 4th The Piggest Raffle Ever Drawing!
Flying Pig Marathon Weekend! ! Cincinnati, Ohio
Consider Volunteering at the NFB Ohio Tissue Station!
Contact: Sheri Albers
 Phone: 513-886-8697
E mail: sheri.albers87 at gmail.com


Saturday June 2nd The Cleveland Sight Center White Cane Walk
Contact CSC for Details: 216-791-8118


Friday June 8th
NFB of Cleveland Afternoon Senior Gala!  .
This is a ticketed event $ 35.00 No tickets will be sold at the door
Speaker: Barbara Pierce President NFB Ohio Senior Division
Location: Mitchell's Restaurant and Lounge
24900 Euclid Avenue Euclid, Ohio 44117



Sunday June 24th The BELL Will Ring Again In Columbus Ohio!
 Braille Enrichment for learning and Literacy (BELL)
!
Volunteers Needed Contact Rachel Kuntz
 Phone: 937-245-0547 E mail: Rachelrkuntz at gmail.com


This Week's Quote: Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'
Robin Williams


National Convention: July 3 thru July 8
Registration Is Now Open!$ 25.00
Banquet Tickets Are Available Today! $ 60.00
For 2018 convention room reservations call (866)
996-6338. If you need assistance with making your reservations at the
Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando Florida
Don't Delay! When this location is filled attendees will be directed
to  overflow hotels!  contact Suzanne Turner 216-990-6199


Ohio State Convention
Friday, November 2 thru Sunday, November 4,
 Holiday Inn Cleveland Strongsville 15471 Royalton Road Strongsville, Ohio 44136
 Room rate: $ 82.00 per night plus tax Complimentary Breakfast Included
Reserve your room today! Call 440-238-8800



Mail your 2018 Chapter Dues, NFB Gear and Donations to:
 National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
 PO Box 141077 Cleveland, Ohio 44114

Next Cleveland Chapter Meeting: Friday April 20th Time: 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.


Listen to the Presidential Realease on Amazon Echo, NFB Newsline and
at nfb.org!


I am filled with hope, energy, and love by participating in the
National Federation of the Blind because my expectations are raised,
my contributions make a difference to me and to others, and I can
celebrate the realization of my dreams with my Federation family.