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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Great!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><b>From:</b> NFBOH-Cleveland <nfboh-cleveland-bounces@nfbnet.org> <b>On Behalf Of </b>Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland<br><b>Sent:</b> Friday, February 01, 2019 11:20 AM<br><b>To:</b> NFB of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter List <nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org><br><b>Cc:</b> Owen McCafferty <ojmccaf1963@yahoo.com><br><b>Subject:</b> Re: [NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Announcements<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Suzanne<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>I just got a Facebook message from NFB’s Facebook page that Mark Riccobono did enjoy and appreciated that textural painting @Jourbey Doen The River” that I Face to him at the last convention that they took a photo of him with the artwork and it will on display with other artwork at NFB’s main office!! <o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Owen<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><br><br><a href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yahoo-quoted-begin style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:5.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.5pt;color:#715FFA'>On Friday, February 1, 2019, 11:10 AM, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland <<a href="mailto:nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org">nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org</a>> wrote:<o:p></o:p></span></p><blockquote style='margin-top:5.0pt;margin-bottom:5.0pt'><div id=yiv4968870062><div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Here is the flyer that I will Be involved in Special Needs and the art. There is a free panel discussion that I’m involved in Feb 12, at the downtown library 9am to 12am. Any questions please email or call me <a href="tel:440%20724%201530">440 724 1530</a> thanks<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Owen<o:p></o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><br><br><br><a href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS" target="_blank">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><o:p></o:p></p><div id=yiv4968870062yqt52412><p class=yiv4968870062yahoo-quoted-begin style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:5.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.5pt;color:#715FFA'>On Friday, February 1, 2019, 10:56 AM, Owen McCafferty via NFBOH-Cleveland <<a href="mailto:nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org">nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org</a>> wrote:<o:p></o:p></span></p><blockquote style='margin-top:5.0pt;margin-bottom:5.0pt'><div id=yiv4968870062><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>I will try to make the February’s meeting! A lot going on if there isn’t anymore major solar vortex! I’ll be at The the Sight center a couple Times nextweek for some career assessment and comput testing. Also on February 12 I was asked to be in a panel for disabled artists and getting work out there. they are meeting in the downtown library this is through VSA Ohio. Very busy!!<o:p></o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:12.0pt;margin-left:.5in'>Owen<br><br><br><a href="https://overview.mail.yahoo.com/?.src=iOS" target="_blank">Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone</a><o:p></o:p></p><div id=yiv4968870062yqt46568><p class=yiv4968870062yahoo-quoted-begin style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:5.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:11.5pt;color:#715FFA'>On Friday, February 1, 2019, 9:24 AM, Ali Benmerzouga via NFBOH-Cleveland <<a href="mailto:nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org">nfboh-cleveland@nfbnet.org</a>> wrote:<o:p></o:p></span></p><blockquote style='margin-top:5.0pt;margin-bottom:5.0pt'><div id=yiv4968870062><div><div><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Thanks a lot Suzanne for providing the Cleveland Announcements! Two thumbs up!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Take care and have a great weekend.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Ali<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><div id=yiv4968870062yqt94238><div><div style='border:none;border-top:solid #E1E1E1 1.0pt;padding:3.0pt 0in 0in 0in'><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><b>From:</b> NFBOH-Cleveland <<a href="mailto:nfboh-cleveland-bounces@nfbnet.org">nfboh-cleveland-bounces@nfbnet.org</a>> <b>On Behalf Of </b>Suzanne Turner via NFBOH-Cleveland<br><b>Sent:</b> Thursday, January 31, 2019 6:17 PM<br><b>To:</b> <a href="mailto:NFBOH-Cleveland@nfbnet.org">NFBOH-Cleveland@nfbnet.org</a>; 'Lisa Bostick' <<a href="mailto:lbostick04@jcu.edu">lbostick04@jcu.edu</a>>; <a href="mailto:Victory71351@AOL.COM">Victory71351@AOL.COM</a>; <a href="mailto:AlexisTyson2000@Yahoo.com">AlexisTyson2000@Yahoo.com</a>; <a href="mailto:wturner@clevelandsightcenter.org">wturner@clevelandsightcenter.org</a>; 'Edgarsfarm' <<a href="mailto:edgarsfarm@aol.com">edgarsfarm@aol.com</a>>; 'Sandra Krems' <<a href="mailto:slkrems@yahoo.com">slkrems@yahoo.com</a>>; <a href="mailto:Lelinda@roadrunner.com">Lelinda@roadrunner.com</a>; <a href="mailto:Campbelllegal87@gmail.com">Campbelllegal87@gmail.com</a>; <a href="mailto:bdowdy1983@gmail.com">bdowdy1983@gmail.com</a>; <a href="mailto:reggandjack@aol.com">reggandjack@aol.com</a>; <a href="mailto:bryantealysr@yahoo.com">bryantealysr@yahoo.com</a>; <a href="mailto:shawgriff781@gmail.com">shawgriff781@gmail.com</a>; <a href="mailto:Leeth123@roadrunner.com">Leeth123@roadrunner.com</a>; <a href="mailto:cantseecutie@att.net">cantseecutie@att.net</a>; <a href="mailto:Nricks123@me.com">Nricks123@me.com</a>; <a href="mailto:stuff12993@aol.com">stuff12993@aol.com</a>; <a href="mailto:william.h.turner@ssa.gov">william.h.turner@ssa.gov</a>; <a href="mailto:Williamsjoann@outlook.com">Williamsjoann@outlook.com</a>; <a href="mailto:lmr.upshaw@gmail.com">lmr.upshaw@gmail.com</a><br><b>Cc:</b> Suzanne Turner <<a href="mailto:smturner.234@gmail.com">smturner.234@gmail.com</a>><br><b>Subject:</b> [NFBOH-Cleveland] Cleveland Announcements<o:p></o:p></p></div></div><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Outreach:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Last month, The Community Engagement Committee provided outreach efforts with information about the National Federation of the Blind and demonstrated accessible technology. Visited were two Senior Communities, Riverview Towers and King Kennedy Towers. An extended thanks to Cleveland members, Cheryl Fields and Theresa McKenney who presented.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Louis Brail birthday:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>In January, Louis Brail birthday was recognized by the Cleveland Chapter’s Community Engagement Committee. Thanks to Cheryl Fields and Ronnie Leeth along with guide dog Peaches, for demonstrating the white cane and guide dog practices with the children at St. Adalbert Elementary school. Braille was discussed as well as reasonable accommodations. Also Cleveland’s gracious donations of puzzles were presented to the school as well. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Washington Seminar:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:5.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:10.0pt;margin-left:.5in;line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%'>The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter members, Suzanne Turner and Ali Benmerzouga have returned from the Washington Seminar advocating for positive change. Over 600 members of The National Federation of the Blind across the country including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico gathered in D.C on Monday through Wednesday meeting with our respective Congressional Representatives and Senators. Ohio had five teams that went to the Hill and discuss three initiatives, such as, The Access Technology Affordability Act, that spoke about THE COST OF NEEDED ACCESS TECHNOLOGY which is OUT OF REACH FOR MOST BLIND AMERICANS. Most access technology ranges from $1,000 to $6,000. Also, Medical insurance will not cover the cost of access technology, like a talking glucose monitor or a blood pressure device. This bill will, establish a refundable tax credit for blind Americans in the amount of $2,000 to be used over a three-year period. If the Access Technology Affordability Act becomes into fruition, the blind could purchase a piece of technology, such as, a popular Braille note taker, file a tax return and then use this refundable tax credit. We will discuss these Acts at the next Chapter meeting.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Secret Shopper:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>President Suzanne has been selected to represent the Ohio Affiliate by posing as a secret shopper. This secret shopper activity will begin February 1,<sup> 2019</sup> to ensure that the Grayhound Bus Company is providing accommodations to the blind. Currently their online portal is not accessible . Therefore all states will record the company’s attitudes and policies when a blind person contacts them to purchase a ticket.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Ohio Affiliate Conference Call:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msoplaintext style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>President, Richard Payne has scheduled a teleconference call to address concerns, exchange ideas and problem solve. This call is to bring the affiliate up to date and educate each other about the needs of our state affiliate and the importance of getting involved. You can call the President if you are aware of something that you would like addressed at <a href="tel:(937)%20829-3368">(937) 829-3368</a>. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msoplaintext style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Conference Call date: February 4<sup>th</sup></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msoplaintext style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Time: 7:00 PM</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msoplaintext style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Number: <a href="tel:712/775/7031;240281423">712/775/7031</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><a href="tel:712/775/7031;240281423">Code: 240281423</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>February Chapter Meeting:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The Cleveland Chapter will hold our February meeting on February 15, 2019 at 3:00 to 5:00 P.m. at the Cleveland Sight Center, located at 1909 E 101<sup>st</sup> Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44106. Please bring used white canes and gently worn and new clothing for our two donation drives. Thank you Edward Louden, Sandy Krems and Cheryl Fields for heading these two important initiatives.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Dues are being accepted now:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The Cleveland Chapter’s Treasurer, Natassha Ricks will take dues at the next meeting. Please pay $10.00 for yearly dues and $5.00 to help with bereavement situations. Also, if your address, telephone number, and or email has changed. Please contact our Recording Secretary, Cheryl Fields to update. Her telephone number is <a href="tel:(216)%20566-4317">(216) 566-4317</a> or email at <a href="mailto:cefields55@gmail.com" target="_blank">cefields55@gmail.com</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Cleveland Food Bank:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Please plan to join the NFB Cleveland chapter to help out at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank on February 28, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help sort and repack perishable and nonperishable food that will later be distributed to local food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. Volunteers need to register and RSVP in advance. Please call Sandy Krems <a href="tel:(440)%20479-4537">(440) 479-4537</a> or Email <a href="mailto:slkrems@gmail.com" target="_blank">slkrems@gmail.</a>com </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Providing Solutions for Vision Loss:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Under the umbrella of the Ohio Senior Division, Sandy Krems and Gloria Conway facilitates a monthly conference call on Providing Solutions for Vision Loss. At the next meeting, there will be a compelling talk on “<span style='color:black'>Living With and Without Sight--Stuck in the Transition” by Ohio Affiliate Vice president, Sheri Albers. Sheri will address this life changing experience of being stuck in the middle. You do not want to miss her powerful </span>presentation.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Date: February 17, 2019, </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Time: 7:00 P.M.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Conference line: <a href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423">712-775-7031</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><a href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423">Code: </a><a href="tel:712-775-7031;240281423">240281423</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Try Aira: </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msoplaintext style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>This is an offer where anyone can try a free Aira account anytime with Aira’s professional agents whenever it suits them – just like a paying subscriber. The 7-Day Trial provides 30 minutes to try Aira’s service over a period of seven days. Some of that time will be used for setting up account preferences and asking questions about the service, but the majority of that time is free to use for any task. How do you get involved, you ask? Well, it’s pretty straightforward. If you haven’t already created a free account, download the Aira app on your smartphone by searching for “Aira” in the Apple App or Google Play store, or by visiting aira.io/app <<a href="https://qwds.app.link/fCFxBE1dJN?_p=f0563a46f137d4617c8008" target="_blank">https://qwds.app.link/fCFxBE1dJN?_p=f0563a46f137d4617c8008</a>>. Open the app, choose “Tap to use Aira as a Guest for FREE!</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Flying Pig Marathon:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>It is time for the Flying Pig Marathon that takes place in Cincinnati Ohio. Every year the Ohio Affiliate takes part in the Piggest Raffel Ever. President, Suzanne will have tickets on hand at the February Chapter meeting. The tickets are $5.00 each. You can win up to $10k dollars if your ticket is pulled. Also, the Ohio Affiliate will mand a table to raise $500.00 for handing out tissues to the runners. If you would like to volunteer at this event, contact Suzanne Turner at <a href="tel:(216)%20990-6199">(216) 990-6199</a> or email, <a href="mailto:SMTurner.234@gmail.com" target="_blank">SMTurner.234@gmail.com</a></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>(BELL)</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The Ohio Affiliate is seeking volunteers for the Braille Enrichment Literacy and Learning (Bell) Program that will take place in July. Volunteers are needed to assist with food preparation, children activities, custodial efforts and more. Eric Duffy is coordinating this endeavor. For more information, please contact him at <a href="tel:(614)%20377-9877">(614) 377-9877</a> or by email at <a href="mailto:peduffy63@gmail.com" target="_blank">peduffy63@gmail.com</a> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Ohio Braille Literacy Classes:</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Free Braille Course – Dayton, Columbus, Cleveland and Toledo</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, in partnership with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, is pleased to announce an opportunity to learn Braille through one on one instruction, in a peer and mentor-supported environment.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The kick-off for this unique learning opportunity will take place in Cleveland April 12-14. This fun filled weekend will lay the foundation for a positive introduction to Braille. Apply by February 22. for more information, contact Debra Baker at <a href="tel:937-206-2935">937-206-2935</a> or <span class=yiv4968870062msohyperlink><a href="mailto:dgventure915@gmail.com" target="_blank">dgventure915@gmail.com</a></span>, or Marianne Denning at <a href="tel:513-607-6053">513-607-6053</a> or <span class=yiv4968870062msohyperlink><a href="mailto:marianne@denningweb.com" target="_blank">marianne@denningweb.com</a></span> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>A Weekend in Columbus </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Cleveland, from April 5<sup>th</sup> through to April 10<sup>th</sup> 2019, there will be several activities for members to engage with at the State level. First, The training for BELL will be on Friday and Saturday, April 5<sup>th</sup> and April 6<sup>th</sup> 2019. Then on Sunday morning, April 7<sup>th</sup>, 2019, the Ohio State Affiliate Board will be in session. On Sunday evening and Monday respectively, April 7<sup>th</sup> and Monday, April 8<sup>th</sup> , President, Richard Payne will hold a Leadership Seminar. Finally, we will embark upon the Ohio State Capitol to advocate for positive change. This will be on the 9<sup>th</sup> and possibly the 10th of April. If you can attend all activities, please contact Ohio Affiliate President, Richard Payne at <a href="mailto:RChpay7@gmail.com" target="_blank">RChpay7@gmail.com</a> or Legislative Chairperson, Sheri Albers at <a href="mailto:Sheri.Albers87@gmail.com" target="_blank">Sheri.Albers87@gmail.com</a>. However if you can attend only a part of this endeavor, contact President, Suzanne and let her know if you are wishing to attend the State Board meeting, be considered for the Columbus Seminar or Bell.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>///</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal style='margin-left:.5in'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The Love Bird Romantic Getaway:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msonormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Natassha Ricks will have tickets for Cleveland’s fundraiser, <b>The Love Bird Romantic Getaway. Also, you will be provided a flyer to present that will explain the guidelines. Participants can win one of three prizes which includes,</b></span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>First prize: Check-In One of Six Hilton Hotels located throughout the state for a Romantic Night.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Second prize: A Romantic Love Bird Gift Basket worth over $50.00, which includes him and her attire, wine, chocolate strawberries and more.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Third prize: A $50.00 Cash Visa Gift Card.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Tickets are $10.00 each. The drawing will be at the May 17, 2019 meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>///<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Calendar:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Feb. 4<sup>th</sup>, Ohio Teleconference Call<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Feb. 15<sup>th</sup>, Cleveland Chapter Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Feb. 17<sup>th,</sup> Providing Solutions for Vision Loss Conference Call<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Feb. 28<sup>th</sup> Food Bank<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>April 5<sup>th</sup> and 6<sup>th</sup>, BELL Training<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>April 7<sup>th </sup>Columbus State Board Meeting , <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>April 9<sup>th</sup>, Columbus Seminar<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>July 7<sup>th</sup> thru July 12<sup>th</sup>, National Convention<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>November 1<sup>st thru November 3rd </sup>, State of Ohio Convention<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>///<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>For more information, please contact Cheryl Fields, Recording Secretary at <a href="tel:(216)%20566-4317">(216) 566-4317</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Remember:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=yiv4968870062msolistbullet align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Blindness is not what holds you back! 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