[NFBOH-Cleveland] NFB Cleveland Weekly News: March 19th, 2018

[Cheryl Fields]

 National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland: Weekly Announcements
Monday March 19th, 2018


Hello Cleveland, From President Suzanne Turner:

Congratulations to all who participated in the first teleconference
hosted by the Ohio Blind Senior Division. This endeavor is for NFB
members and non-members; who want to learn about technology, adaptive
aids and tips on living with vision loss.
The Second Senior Seminar will be held Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Call: 712-775-7031
Access code: 240281423
For more information, call Suzanne Turner, Vice President of the Ohio
Senior Division at 216-990-6199


Attention! Attention!
The Cleveland Chapter will have more Piggest Raffel tickets at the
next meeting. But, if you have some in your possession , please bring
the tickets to the April meeting.


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.


Cleveland, let’s welcome our new members to the federation! Sandy
Crem, Regina Mason, and Edward Loudon, Welcome!, Welcome! And Welcome!


Congratulations to Ronnie Leeth on his new employment with The
Cuyahoga County Courts; as Peer Support Coordinator. Cleveland wishes
you well in your career endeavors!
Ronnie also recently received the Learning Ally,'s SSA Award! Kudos!  !


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
Matson, Floyd W; National Federation of the Blind. Reading time: 45
hours, 2 minutes.
Read by Bob Askey.
.

You can call OLBPH at 216-623-2911 to get a copy of the book or
download at nlsbard.loc.gov.


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


 Friendly reminders for This week, just a bit of Housekeeping.

List Serve Etttiquete:

The Cleveland list serve was created to be an effective, efficeint and
faster form of communication. Like most things we need reminders from
time to time.   and
The Cleveland list serve is to inform, educate and promote the
National Federation of the Blind and blindness related subjects.

 Read the subject line of every e mail carefully and respond to the
subject line conversation onlly.

To change the subject, create a new e mail with a new subject line.

Read messages to the end, to make sure you are receiving complete information.

Don't forget to proofread before you press the send button.

Send Private Confidential messages off list.

To suggest chapter agenda items, contact President Suzanne Turner off
list at smturner.234 at gmail.cm or call 216-990-6199.

:

Thank you for attending the Cleveland Chapter meeting on Friday.

 The chapter is growing in numbers, knowledge and willingness to
serve. While these are very good things and something to be proud of,
consistencey and clarity are just as important.

The Cleveland Sight Center has welcomed the National Federation of the
Blind of Cleveland to meet  in the building for more than 13 years,
beginning with the leadership of Leonard Williams, and has never asked
for or required a fee for the meeting space they have provided.

The Cleveland Sight Center did not nor has ever asked the Cleveland
chapter to leave the premises or made the chapter feel unwelcome or
uncomfortable about meeting in the agency.

However, change is sometimes difficult and not easy to understand and making the
adjustment uncomfortable.

Allow me to begin with, the decision to give a donation to the sight
center was approved by the executive board in September of 2017 and
announced to the membership at the October chapter meeting, under the
leadership of William Turner.
The chapter was unable to allocate these funds, $ 200.00. until this
month, March 2018, under the leadership of Suzanne Turner.

Next, I am writing you to make sure there are no misunderstandings
about the reasons for the time change of the Cleveland chapter monthly
meetings.

The time change became necessary because of safetey concerns in the
University Circle area.
 Just as there is a heightened concern for safety around the city and
country, so it is for the Cleveland Sight Center.

The final decision to change the time of chapter meetings was a joint
effort of the National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland
Executive Committee and the Cleveland Sight Center.

 Thank you for your concerns, suggestions,  and comments, all of them
have value and will be taken under consideration by the Cleveland
chapter Executive committee.
However, allow me to explain further just how the current decision was made.

 The policy of the Cleveland Sight Center has ALWAYS stated that if 20
or more people are in the building after regular business hours, 9:00
A.M.-5:00 P.M., there must be security  and maintenace on site.

The sight center contracts with the University Circle Police
Department to provide professional security and maintainence is
provided by sight center staff.
 Non agency groups/ organizations requesting use of the facility  must
abide by this contractual agreement at their own expense.

Recently, an increase of crime in the area has made it
necessary for the sight center to review, update and enforce new
agency  security
policies. The safety of staff, consumers and guests of Cleveland Sight
Center is extremely important to the agency and all institutions,
medical facilities, businesses and residents that occupy the
University Circle area.

 With the recent growth of the chapter membership we have exceeded the
number of allowable persons in the building after hours and some
decisions needed to be made. The executive committee meets once each
month and has explored other meeting options and worked with the sight
center to find a reasonable solution to this distressing problem for
the last 2 months.

The final decision of the executive committee with input from the
sight center was not made hastily.

Having the chapter remain active and healthy is always first and
formost in the minds of the executive committee.


As announced, the Cleveland chapter will continue to meet on the 3rd
Friday of each month with a time change, 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.

There are several advantages to this change of time.

1. Longer meeting time, and additional 30 minutes to conduct chapter business.

2. The many members of the blind community, that use paratransit and
were effected by route changes may now be able to participate with
the federation.

3. Long wait times for paratransit may be reduced by having meetings
during peak hours.

This arrangement remains  available at no cost to the chapter.
 Providing a clean and familiar, accessible space with security for
chapter meetings.

The executive committee regrets and is aware that this change of time
will inconvenience some of our chapter members.

 It is the hope of the executive committee that committee chairs and
the membership will actively work to insure that those members that
are unable to attend with regularity, remain informed and engaged in
the work of the federation.
If a member knows or wishes to research  another meeting location that
fullfills the above criteria, please provide the contact information
with other details to Cheryl Fields, Secretary and the executive
committee will give it full consideration and provide you with our
findings.

If several locations are found to be adequate the executive committee
will present the best locations to the Cleveland chapter membership
for discussion and vote at a regularly scheduled chapter meeting, the
3rd Friday of the month at 3 O'clock P.M. until 5 O'clock P.M.

In the meantime, I ask you to support the decision of the Cleveland
chapter executive committee and our harmonious relationship with the
Cleveland Sight Center .

Remain connected, engaged and inspired in the work of the federation!

Cheryl E. Fields Secretary

National Federation of the Blind of Cleveland

216-566-4317

cherylelaine1957 at gmail.com


Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in
harmony. - Mahatma Gandhi
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Mahatma Gandhi
:
Keep Judy Barnes in your Prayers as she recouperates at home.

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.
So, please support and satisfy your sweet
tooth?
Deadline for On Line Ordering March 26th!
contact Suzanne Turner at 216-990-6199


!  NFB Gear! is still Available 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

, Polo Shirts:$ 18.00 each Short Sleeve 3 Button Front Hanes Tagless

Hooded Zip Front Jackets:$ 30.00 each  Colors: Green or Blue Only
 Make checks payable to NFB Cleveland Chapter. To
 To place your order, Today 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 216-590-6199.


 use 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
        https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/pd/ref=smi_se_saas_lpd_spd

CALENDAR:




Sunday March 25th The NFB Ohio At Large Chapter March Meeting  The
meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Our Article will be the Cat's Meow from the March Braille Monitor.
All are welcome.
to participate please call 712-775-7031. The access code is
240-281-423 followed by the pound sign.
Colleen Roth, President;
At Large Chapter


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


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


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


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



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, Script, Washington and Columbus
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#



* Next Chapter Meeting Friday April 20th at Cleveland Sight Center
Time: 3 P.M.-5 P.M.



Listen to the Presidential Release on Amazon Echo or  NFB Newsline!

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


Read
The Braille Monitor on NFB Newsline and  online
<https://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm18/bm1801/bm1801tc.htm> .


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.

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