[NFBOH-Cleveland] June Cleveland Reminders and Updates

Tue Jun 16 19:09:38 UTC 2026

Good Afternoon, Cleveland Chapter Members and Friends,

It seems we have fallen back into fall weather! What is going on? The
changing weather has my allergies in a frenzy. If you are experiencing the
same thing, please take care of yourself with honey, lemon, water, and any
over-the-counter medications that work well for you.

The Toledo Chapter has arrived.

Details:

I want to thang Dynasty Lavender, Chacity Gilliam and Delcenia Brown for
traveling with me to Toledo where President, Richard Payne install a tenth
chapter in Ohio. It was great to witness that celebration of new officers.
The Toledo Chapter has arrived.

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June Chapter Meeting

Details:

This is a reminder that the Cleveland Chapter's monthly meeting will be held
on Saturday, June 20, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King
Jr. Library, located at 10601 Euclid Ave on the third-floor Tech Room.
Please bring a guest!

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Guest "Even Grounds"

Details:

During our meeting, we will welcome a presenter from Even Grounds, a company
that provides accessibility solutions in mobility, technology, and more. We
will have an opportunity to view products and speak directly with the CEO
about their innovations, accommodations, and services.

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Traveling to the 80th Ohio State Convention

Details:

For members who have not completed payments toward their seat on the
chartered coach to the 80th Ohio State Convention, please continue making
payments. We do not want anyone to feel stressed as the deadline approaches.
All funds must be paid in full by our September 19 chapter meeting.
Installment payments are welcome and will be accepted at the meeting on
Saturday.

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Virtual National Convention Option

Details:

For members who will not be attending the National Convention in person, a
virtual option is available for just $10. This registration provides access
to the general sessions, banquet, resolutions, and more. Participants will
also be eligible for door prizes. Please register for the virtual experience
at NFB.org/convention.

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Hotel Reservations for the Ohio State Convention

Details:

Hotel reservations are now open for the 80th Ohio State Convention, which
will be held in Dayton, Ohio, November 5-8. The room rate is $129 per night
plus 16.5% tax. If needed, consider finding a roommate to help reduce the
cost of your stay.

To make reservations, call 800-627-7468. No funds will be deducted until you
arrive at the University of Dayton Marriott Hotel.

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Coast-to-Coast Challenge

Details:

The National Office of the Jernigan Institute is encouraging chapters across
the country to "move" by participating in the Coast-to-Coast Challenge. This
initiative helps raise awareness and support funding for national programs
and services. Chacity Gilliam will serve as our facilitator for this effort.
Additional details will be shared at our meeting.

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ADA Celebration

Details:

As previously discussed, we are planning an awareness event to celebrate the
36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please come
prepared with ideas and suggestions.

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Chapter Picnic

Details:

As President of the Cleveland Chapter, I have asked Tameika Hurt and
Natassha Ricks to spearhead our annual picnic. They will be reaching out
with additional details. Chacity Gilliam, our Vice President, will also be
creating a list of items for members to bring to the picnic on August 22nd.

Again, I hope to see everyone on Saturday at the Cleveland Chapter meeting.
Don't forget to bring a guest!

Natassha Ricks, Treasurer

(216) 376-9863

Chacity Gilliam, Vice President

(216) 644-4374

Cleveland Zelle:

NFB.CLE.Treasurer at gmail.com

Suzanne M. Hartfield Turner

National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Vice President

Ohio Legislative Director

Cleveland Chapter, President

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