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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Good Morning Cleveland Members,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Just a few announcements<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Please read all the way to the bottom so that you do not miss anything.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>First, our November Chapter meeting will not be held. We are at the convention that weekend. So, see you there or when we return. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>It was election time for Cleveland. Congratulations to Theresa McKenney and Robert Campbell, as they were reelected to the Cleveland Chapter’s Board. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Thank you to all who purchased the Ohio Affiliate Gear. The orders will be distributed at the convention.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Congratulations to Renee ArringtonJohnson, Tomeika Hurt and Shirley Patterson who are presenters at the convention. Cleveland is well recognized for our leadership, dedication and commitment to the blind.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Also at the Convention are several Board of Director’s seats open. If you would like to run for an affiliate seat, please tell someone who can nominate you in the nominating meeting or from the floor.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>It is time to pay dues, Dues are $15 for 2024. You can pay by sending them to Natassha Ricks. Her address is 6980 Ladd Lane, Maple Heights, Ohio 44137. Please call her at 216-376-9863 to notify that the funds are on the way. Also, you will be able to pay dues in person as well. I will let you know that location to do so soon.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Sharing Solution Conference Call is Sunday of the convention. November 19<sup>th</sup> at 7:00. Please know that we will provide information soon if this meeting will be rescheduled. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>As a reminder, the Senior Division is selling $10 tickets for a drawing at the convention to win $200. Please spread the word. Let’s raise funds for the treasury. Also, do not forget about the Health and Safety Basket. All seniors are encouraged to participate. You will bring the items to the convention and the basket will be created for the auction.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Do you have talent. Wilbert Turner is facilitating “You Got Talent” at the convention. It was a hit last year. So, performers call him and get your name on his list. His cell is 216-212-4959.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Cleveland will have three fundraisers in 2024. The shoe drive and the flyer is below and attached to share. Also, the Gospel Fest flyer is attached and below to share. There is one additional fundraiser that we will discuss during the Chapter meeting next week. Let’s grow our treasury.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>The Ohio Affiliate has two fundraisers. Meat Sticks are being sold now online and by hand. You can go to the link below and purchase. Also, Theresa McKenney is selling them. You can contact her if you would like to purchase. The link is below!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Additionally, the affiliate has NFB Ohio Gear. If you would like to purchase a long or short sleeve T-shirt or zip or over the head hoody, you can email President Payne at <a href="mailto:RCHPAY7@gmail.com">RCHPAY7@gmail.com</a> to make your selection. Please include your size, color and style. You can contact me for purchasing details. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>I will see you at the meeting on Monday and next Friday for our Chapter meeting.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Here are all announcements!.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p style='margin-left:.5in'>Complete Preregistration here by November 5th.<o:p></o:p></p><p style='margin-left:.5in'><a href="https://forms.gle/cnWzoCHD4kqmc81U7"><span style='font-family:"Segoe UI",sans-serif'>https://forms.gle/cnWzoCHD4kqmc81U7</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'>Order Your Meat Sticks? Continue sharing the following link with your friends and family:<br><a href="https://www.countrymeats.com/fundraiser/national-fed-of-the-blind-oh">https://www.countrymeats.com/fundraiser/national-fed-of-the-blind-oh</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Creative, Community-Friendly Fundraiser<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Repurpose And Recycle Shoes For A Cause<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Cleveland Chapter is embarking upon a new innovative fundraising opportunity and not asking for money but collecting shoes instead.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>This fundraiser is pressure free and you will be providing shoes for people who do not have money to purchase them. All used, new and gently worn shoes of all types are appreciated. The only type of shoes that are not accepted are skates. So send your high heels, sneakers, slippers, boots and more of all ages to the Cleveland Chapter.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Just knowing that the pile of shoes in your closet , under the bed or in the garage will be a benefit to someone who doesn’t have any. Then the collected and repurposing shoes get shipped to micro-worldwide countries.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Again, all shoes are welcome and do not worry if they are scuffed or worn down. We will take them all!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>For more information, contact Suzanne Turner, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>(216) 990-6199.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>National Federation of the Blind of Ohio Cleveland Chapter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>///<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The Ohio Senior Division is offering an opportunity to win $200 by adding your name in our annual drawing.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>You can now purchase a chance prior to the State of Ohio Convention by sending funds to our Treasurer, Gloria Conway by mail or Zelle .<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Each chance of a ten dollar purchase get you closer to winning the pot.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Anyone can purchase a chance and you do not have to be present to win!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Note: if you purchase a chance by Zelle, in the comment field, indicate the funds are for the “Senior Drawing”. Conveniently, now you also can pay your dues by Zelle. There is only a 50 cent fee. So include that in all transactions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Here are the ways to purchase a chance:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>1. Mail Gloria at,16008 Evening Star Ave, Maple Heights, Ohio 44137 and make checks payable to NFB of Ohio Senior Division.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>2. By selecting Zelle, use the email address: </span><a href="mailto:edgarsfarm@aol.com"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>edgarsfarm@aol.com</span></a><span class=MsoHyperlink><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> and in the comments field, write Senior Drawing.</span></span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>3. Lastly, “Bill Pay” through your financial institution is a third option. However, the bank check must also be made out to NFB of Ohio Senior Division and not the Treasurer’s name.<o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>