[NFBOH-Cleveland] The National Federation of the Blind Cleveland Chapter: Weekly News! February 26, 2018

[Cheryl Fields]

National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland:
Monday February 26th, 2018 Weekly Announcements

Advocacy In Action!
A Community Conversation: "Building 'Bridges with the Greater
Cleveland Regional Transit Authority" teleconference was held on
Thursday February 22. Thanks to all 32 of you that welcomed guest Sam
Henderson Manager of Transportation Paratransit. Your participation
was appreciated! The Community Engagement committee will continue to
follow up on issues surrounding transportation and keep the membership
updated.
Too listen to the recorded meeting: 641-715-3392
Access code: 246345
Reference Number: 3 and follow the prompts.

Try using RTA Cancellation Line: 566-5244

And, There's More! Wilbert Turner represented the National Federation
of the Blind on No Static Radio, last week. He expounded on the
importance of defeating HR 620! Thanks Wilbert, This is how WE Build
the Federation!


This is a reminder that OAPUB is having a contest about the importance of
Braille. Please write a 1 page, or less document explaining why Braille is
important to you. This can be a poem, essay, fictional story... Email it to
me at marianne at denningweb.com. If you prefer to provide a Braille document
you can send it to: Marianne Denning, 835 Carini Lane, Cincinnati, OH
45218. We want to use all entries to encourage our Braille learners. This
is not for professional writers, but anyone who knows Braille has made a
difference in their lives.


It is a JOY  to know that everyone is staying healthy this week!
Please notify Secretary Cheryl fields of any mending and grieving members.

Treasurer Natassha Ricks is collecting 2018 Chapter Dues!

need assistance with
scholarship  forms or braille class applications, contact Suzanne
Turner at 216-990-6199.


Do you have a sweet tooth?  Fulfill
your desires.  Be it dark or milk chocolate; we have it for you.
The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio presents, Malley's Easter
candy Fundraiser.  Be sure to share this wonderful event with your
friends and family.
This Tasty and appetizing endeavor will aid the organization to
provide scholarships to deserving blind students; assist members to
the 2018 National and State of Ohio Conventions and preserve the
mission of the Affiliate.  So, please support and satisfy your sweet
tooth?
Deadline March 26th!
For more information and if you need help for online orders, contact
Suzanne Turner at 216-990-6199


NFB Gear! Deadline March 16th! Order Today!

All items have design on front left side with the Official NFB Logo
and tag line Live the Life You Want!
All sizes are available up to 5X, with no additional cost for extra
large sizes.
Be sure to designate a color, Green, Orange or Blue for T shirts and
Polo shirts. \

Hooded Zip front Jackets can be ordered in all sizes and 2 colors Blue
or Green.
All items must be paid for in full by Friday March 16th.

T Shirt: $ 14.00 each  Short sleeve crew neck Hanes tagless All sizes up to 5X

Designate Color:  Green Orange or Blue

, Polo Shirts:$ 18.00 each Short Sleeve 3 Button Front Hanes Tagless
Available in all sizes, up to 5X.
Designate Color: Green, Orange or Blue
 Hooded Zip Front Jackets:$ 30.00 each  All sizes available, up to 5X.

Designate Color: Blue or Green Only

Place your orders Today!

Orders must be paid in full by March 16th.
 Make checks payable to NFB Cleveland Chapter. To
 place your order, contact:

Arlene Hlad arleneh316 at gmail.com

Theresa McKinney 216-862-7046

Gloria Conway 772-882-1654

Rebecca Russell 216-581-0076

Natassha Ricks nricks123 at me.com


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


On March 19, 2018, Cleveland will have a conference call to discuss
the 2018 National Convention held from the 3rd to the 8th of July in
Orlando Florida. Discussed will be the Kenneth Jernigan Convention
Scholarship Fund, the application deadline is April 15th, 2018
traveling tips, attractions, sessions and more. Please dial in at 7:00
PM at 641-715-3294 and dial code 246345. For more information, please
contact Suzanne Turner at 216-990-6199.

Piggest Raffel Ever:
url q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.piggest…At the last meeting, you were provided
with a Piggest Raffel ticket. Just a friendly note, we can no longer
use one ticket for several pigs. You must select one Pig per ticket.
So, you can sale it for only $5.00First place winners will be granted
$10,000.00; with $5,000 given to you and the other $5,000 given to the
NFB. Second place is a two year lease on a car and the third prize is
a weekend in Cincinnati worth up to $1500. Please document the ticket
with the NFB as the nonprofit, your name as contact on the ticket and
bring it to the next meeting. If you have more questions, contact
Cheryl fields at 216-566-4317 of Suzanne Turner at 216-5990-6199.

Thank you from NFB Ohio Treasurer Shari Ruth, for using Amazon Smile!
 keep on shopping, what about Easter and 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

  Save These Dates!



Please join the Ohio Guide Dog Division and call in on our teleconference.
We meet the second Sunday of every month via conference call at 7:00 PM.
Here’s the info for the next call.
Date: Sunday, March 11. 7:00 PM Eastern


Sunday March 11th The Ohio Diabetes Action Network Teleconference Meeting

Sunday March 18th The Ohio Blind Senior Division Teleconference:
Blindness Tips and Resources
Call: 712-775-7031, and the access code is 240281423.  join the call.
Join the Ohio Senior Division,$ 5.00 Annual Dues
 mail to:
senior division: President Barbara Pierce,  198 Kendal Drive, Oberlin, OH 44074


Tuesday March 20 Cleveland Sight Center Employment Fair
For Additional Details Contact: Cleveland Sight Center at 216-791-8118


Thursday March 22nd Cleveland sight Center Consumer Forum: Job Readiness Part 2
Registration is Required! Contact: Ralph Johnson at 216-791-8118


April 9th and 10th NFB Columbus Seminar!
Details to follow on April 9th Training.
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


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

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 Cleveland Chapter Senior Event Detailed Information
Coming Soon.

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

National Convention: July 3 thru July 8

For 2018 convention room reservations you can call the hotel at (866)
996-6338. If you need assistance with making your reservations at the
Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando Florida, contact Suzanne Turner
at 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
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Mail your 2018 Chapter Dues, NFB Gear and Donations to: National
Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
 PO Box 141077 Cleveland, Ohio 44114


Join the ohio Diabetes Action Network


Dues are $5 per year.
Please send your dues to Colleen Roth, Treasurer
1912 Tracy Rd.
Northwood, Ohio 43619
 make check payable to Ohio Diabetes Action Network.

Ohio Affiliate Donations
Please mail Convention Pledges, BELL, Washington and Ohio Seminar Donations to:
NFB Ohio Treasurer Sherry Ruth

 6922 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035

You can Listen to these announcements on the New Cleveland Voice box:

(641) 715-3900
Extension: 582705#


Enjoy the Quote of the Week! The most wasted day of all is that on
which we have not laughed.
--Sebastien R. N. Chamfort



Next Chapter Meeting Friday March 16th at Cleveland Sight Center


Down load the NFB Newsline App or contact Rachel Kuntz to sign up today!
Phone: 937-245-0547 E mail: Rachelrkuntz at gmail.com


Listen to the Presidential Release on NFB Newsline!

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Monitor online
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National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland



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.