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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Good Evening Members,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>I hope you are well and enjoying the cool season. It will be hot very soon.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>We will have a few guests at the Chapter meeting. Jordy Stringer will present to us on the 2021 Ohio Scholarship. Also, Pat McPherson will talk to us about the National Community Service project and we will meet Mrs. Martin-Thompson who was instrumental in assisting persons with disabilities to be vaccinated.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Announcements:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>On tonight 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.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you need assistance with registering, please reach out to me.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>3:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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.<br><br>Date: Saturday, June 5, 2021<br>Time: 2 PM to 5 PM Central Time<br>Where: The Houston Chapter Zoom Room (details provided after registration)<br><br>** A Few Things To Keep In Mind **<br> • You must register by filling out this form. If you need assistance, please contact Stacie Gallegos at (346) 704-0190 or <a href="mailto:SGallegos@nfbtx.org">SGallegos@nfbtx.org</a>.<br> • Registration will be open until Tuesday, June 1, 2021.<br> • The cost of registration is $20 per board for 10 games. Donations can be made using PayPal by visiting <a href="https://bit.ly/3ujb1iT">https://bit.ly/3ujb1iT</a> or using the email address, <a href="mailto:nfb.houston.pay@gmail.com">nfb.houston.pay@gmail.com</a>.<br> • 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.<br> • If you have questions about how to play BINGO, you can contact George Battiste at (281) 979-9617 or <a href="mailto:GBattiste@nfbtx.org">GBattiste@nfbtx.org</a>.<br>We hope to see you there!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>5:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Details<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="mailto:fantl@bellsouth.net">fantl@bellsouth.net</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>All letters and blankets should be mailed to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Jeanetta Price<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>P.O. Box 5613<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Beaumont, Texas 77726<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you have any questions, you can also contact Jeanetta Price at:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Email: <a href="mailto:price.jeanetta@gmail.com">price.jeanetta@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Phone: 409-344-1005<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Federation of the Blind of Ohio (NFBO)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Join Zoom:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><a href="https://zoom.us/j/4081850851">https://zoom.us/j/4081850851</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Meeting ID: 408 185 0851<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>One tap mobile +1-646-876-9923, 4081850851# US<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoPlainText><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Find your local number: <a href="https://zoom.us/u/abdqTMSdcy">https://zoom.us/u/abdqTMSdcy</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>