[NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Chapter Weekly News

Wed Jul 18 16:12:14 UTC 2018

Thanks Owen, Yes the ADA Celebration in the Wade Oval is

Wednesday July 25th Beginning at 4 P.M.

Hope to meet you there!

Don't forget the Cleveland Chapter Meeting on Friday July 20th, 3 P.M.-5 P.M.

On 7/13/18, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland
<nfboh-cleveland at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Cheryl
> Are you sure the ADA celebration is on the 18th?? I just spoke to a friend
> whose apart of it she said it’s the following Wednesday the 24?
> Owen
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
>
>
> On Friday, July 13, 2018, 5:04 PM, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland
> <nfboh-cleveland at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Cheryl
> Is NFB Cleveland or the Sight Center having a table set up?  Also whose the
> name of the person in charge of that? I remember last year I was able to
> display some of my artwork and I forgot the name of the person to contact!
> OleaE if you can either Suzanne or you find out for me. Thanks
> Owen
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
>
>
> On Friday, July 13, 2018, 4:58 PM, Cheryl Fields via NFBOH-Cleveland
> <nfboh-cleveland at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> National Federation of the Blind Cleveland Chapter
> Weekly News Friday July 13, 2018
>
> We are happy to welcome home everyone that attended the 2018 National
> Convention!
> The chapter is looking forward to hearing your convention reflections,
> real soon!
>
> National Federation of the Blind 2019 National Convention
>
> Will be held at Mandolin Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada!
> Get Ready! Details will follow in a few months.
>
> Read the July issue of the Braille Monitor. The article “Living In
> Silence” was written by Cheryl Fields.
>
> July is when the Americans With Disabilities Act is celebrated! Find a
> celebration in your neighborhood and share your experience!
>
> Consider celebrating at Wade Oval Wednesday! WOW!
>
> Date: Wednesday July 18th Time:
>
>
> ! Announcement! Announcement! Announcement!
>
> It is time for the Cleveland Chapter to get back to Building the
> Federation!
>
> The Cleveland Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind July Meeting
>
> Date: Friday July 20 Time: 3 P.M.-5 P.M.
>
> Location: Cleveland Sight Center 1909 East 101 Street
>
> Spread the Word!
>
> Other News!
>
> This is a reminder that the seniors will resume our seminars Sunday,
> July 15, at 7:00 p.m. The subject this week is communication. this
> includes writing
> things down, identifying things, labeling things, and reaching out to
> others. Braille <mailto:
> Barbara.pierce9366 at gmail.comBraille>
> is part of this, but there are other solutions as well. Please spread
> the word and join up for this discussion. The call-in number is
> 712-775-7031, access
> code 240281423 pound. We need for you to spread this announcement
> among your friends. Thanks, Barbara Pierce President Emerita National
> Federation of the
> Blind of Ohio
> Barbara.pierce9366 at gmail.com
>
>
> The 72nd National Federation of the Blind of Ohio (NFBOH) Annual State
> Convention
>
>
> “One Team, One Goal”
>
>
> November 2nd, 3rd and 4th 2018
>
>
> Holiday Inn Cleveland/Strongsville Hotel, 5471 Royalton Road
> Strongsville, Ohio 44133
>
> (440) 238-8800
>
>
> As Ohio’s oldest organization comprised of blind people, working
> together to change what it means to be blind, the 2018 NFB of Ohio
> Convention will inspire,
> Empower and celebrate our accomplishments. Join us to learn more about
> issues confronting blind people to day and walk away ready to advocate
> for change.
>
>
> Our 72nd Annual Convention entitled “The Team Convention” will
> showcase inspirational stories about the work of our movement, history
> and philosophy. With
> Proper training and technology, the blind can live the life they want.
> It is through love, hope and determination, that the NFB helps to
> transform dreams
> Into reality.
>
>
> Here are a few convention highlights:
>
> • Network with blind people from all parts of the country.
>
> • Encourage blind persons to expand their knowledge of resources.
>
> • Attend Workshops designed to promote leadership, membership
> building, and successful attitudes towards employment strategies.
>
> • Attend the banquet that provides scholarships for blind college students.
>
> • Visit Exhibit Hall to explore the latest technology and low-vision
> products. Exhibitors will be open to shoppers and information
> gatherers on Sat. November
> 3, 2018 from noon to 4:30 PM.
>
>
> You can start reserving your room now and the cost is $82.00 plus 16.5
> percent tax WITH FREE BREAKFAST FOR TWO. Any additional persons in the
> room will
> pay $5.00 for the breakfast. In addition, please keep in mind that the
> cutoff date for reservations is Thursday, October 11, 2018. The
> Holiday Inn Strongsville
> has created a personalized link which has code “FEB” built into it.
> This tool is extremely user friendly and will help to make sure your
> stay is booked
> at the group rate. If you prefer, call reservations directly at
> 1-877-408-4913 and reference group code “FEB”.
>
>
> Here are the steps for online RESERVATIONS:
>
>
> list of 10 items
> • • Hold down CTRL and click
> National Federation of the Blind
> • • Or right click on hyperlink and select OPEN hyperlink
> • • The group block code FEB will already be included for your special rate
> • • Enter arrival and departure dates
> • • Enter first & last name and email address
> • • Enter payment information
> • • Once complete, a confirmation number will be generated
> • • If an email address was entered, A confirmation will be sent TO you
> • • This link will not properly function when attempting to access it
> through a cell phone
> • • A lap top or desk top computer is recommended
> list end
>
> Happy Birthday to everyone born in July! Celebrate on Sunday July 15th,
>  National Ice Crème Day!
>
> Eat a scoop or two or go ahead, have a pint! LOL!
>
> Stay cool and hydrated this weekend and meet you at the NFB Cleveland
> July chapter meeting on Friday!
>
> Cheryl Fields Secretary
>
> National Federation of the Blind Cleveland Chapter
>
> 216-566-4317
>
> Cherylelaine1957 at gmail.com
>
> NFBOHIO.ORG
>
> NFB.ORG
>
>
> Is not the characteristic that defines blind people or their future.
> Every day we raise the expectations of and for blind people, because
> low expectations
> Create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Wean live the
> lives we want; blindness is not what holds us back.
>
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Wishing You All the Best,

Cheryl E. Fields

A man has made at least a start on discovering the meaning of human
life when he plants shade trees under which he knows full well he will
never sit.
--D. Elton Trueblood