[NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Chapter Update

Fri May 14 21:48:54 UTC 2021

Good Evening Members,

I hope you are well and enjoying the cool season. It will be hot very soon.

On May 21, 2021 at 5:00 EDT. We will hold our annual monthly meeting. We
will meet on the Ohio Zoom Room. The link and telephone numbers are below!

We will have a few guests at the Chapter meeting. Jordy Stringer will
present to us on the 2021 Ohio Scholarship. Also, we will meet Mrs.
Martin-Thompson who was instrumental in assisting persons with disabilities
to be vaccinated.

Announcements:

1:

Details:

The monthly Sharing Solution for Vision Loss Conference Call will be held on
Sunday, May 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM EDT. We will use the Ohio Conference line, 

712-775-7031 with access code: 240281423.

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month. So we will welcome a speaker
who will address Good Mental Health.  

This topic will prompt a discussion on Coping with Stress and Anxiety. As
you know, the pandemic has left many stressed and afraid. Not only that, we
are still  unable to see loved ones such as our grandchildren or family
members who are in nursing homes. That type of separation is quite difficult
and can be very lonely for both parties.

Please spread the word and join the Ohio Senior Division this Sunday. This
event is open to all. You do not have to be a member to attend.

2:

Details:

On May 19, 2021 at 7:00, the Mentoring and Outreach Workgroup will hold a
forum on Social Justice for Persons with Disabilities. Several Cleveland
Officer will talk about the best practices for what to do and what not to do
when you are encountered by a police who is not familiar with the white cane
and other auxiliaries that we use as blind citizens. This event is open to
all. It is not a Black or White thing, it is a persons with disabilities
thing. It also will be on the Ohio Zoom Room.

3:

Details:

On May 31, the registration for the 2021 National Convention will close,
please visit NFB.ORG and register. As a note, you must read the code of
conduct prior to registering. However, we as a Chapter will review the
document to ensure that everyone has reviewed it

If you need assistance with registering, please reach out to me.

4:

Details:

Hello everyone, the Houston chapter of the NFB of Texas is hosting its
first-ever virtual fund-raiser on June 5, 2021 at 2 PM Central time. The
following is the information taken from the registration page.

Come join the Houston Chapter of the NFB of Texas for its first-ever virtual
BINGO fund-raising tournament! Whether you want to play or simply want to
watch, it will be a fun time for all. Everyone is welcome! You do not even
have to live in Houston to come play with us. For added convenience, prizes
will be given in the form of gift cards.

Date: Saturday, June 5, 2021
Time: 2 PM to 5 PM Central Time
Where: The Houston Chapter Zoom Room (details provided after registration)

** A Few Things To Keep In Mind **
    . You must register by filling out this form. If you need assistance,
please contact Stacie Gallegos at (346) 704-0190 or SGallegos at nfbtx.org
<mailto:SGallegos at nfbtx.org> .
    . Registration will be open until Tuesday, June 1, 2021.
    . The cost of registration is $20 per board for 10 games. Donations can
be made using PayPal by visiting https://bit.ly/3ujb1iT or using the email
address, nfb.houston.pay at gmail.com <mailto:nfb.houston.pay at gmail.com> .
    . You must have your own BINGO card and chips to play. BINGO cards can
be purchased from the NFB Independence Market by calling (410) 659-9314,
option 3. BINGO boards cost $7 each and come with chips.
    . If you have questions about how to play BINGO, you can contact George
Battiste at (281) 979-9617 or GBattiste at nfbtx.org
<mailto:GBattiste at nfbtx.org> .
We hope to see you there!

5:

Details

Every year the National Federation of the Blind Community Service Division
participates in a community service project during the exciting days of our
national convention.  Our 2021 partnership will benefit Ronald McDonald
House Charities Maryland.  This is a home away from home for seriously ill
children and their families.  There are two activities we are taking part in
for our community service project.

One. We are writing notes of encouragement to the families and children
staying at the Ronald McDonald House.  Please refrain from any religious
messaging.  If you braille your letters, please include a companion print
copy.  Additionally, please contact LaShawna Fant using the following email
address if you need your letter transcribed and printed:

fantl at bellsouth.net <mailto:fantl at bellsouth.net> 

Second. We are providing comfort to the families and children by collecting
NEW blankets.  These cozy and warm throws should be child safe and new.

We will start the process of collecting these letters and blankets on May
1st, 2021 and the deadline for receiving items is June 4th, 2021.

All letters and blankets should be mailed to:

Jeanetta Price

P.O. Box 5613

Beaumont, Texas 77726

If you have any questions, you can also contact Jeanetta Price at:

Email: price.jeanetta at gmail.com <mailto:price.jeanetta at gmail.com> 

Phone: 409-344-1005

National Federation of the Blind of Ohio (NFBO)

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