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--></style></head><body lang=EN-US link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please read and all are invited!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Cleveland chapter Voice Box:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Voice Box will be updated this afternoon by 3:00PM. Please go to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>(641) 715-3900<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Code: 582705.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This will be updated every two weeks.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please share the number and code with those who will benefit.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The information will be not only from Cleveland, but from the Ohio Affiliate and National as well.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Anyone can access it.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Announcement from Chacity Gilliam:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Cleveland Chapter Christmas party will be held at the Nottingham library . The address is <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/17109+Lakeshore+blvd+Cleveland,+Ohio+44110?entry=gmail&source=g">17109 Lakeshore Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio 44110</a>. The date and time for the party is December 13, 2025 from 2pm to 5pm.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This will be a potluck style meal. We are asking that members please bring a dish or supplies needed. An organized list of who is bringing what will be obtained.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The library will not allow warmers in the facility. please do not bring any food that will need to be warmed. The chapter really needs your support to create a wonderful meal for the Christmas party. The Executive Board has allocated funds for chicken and sandwiches. those are items that are not needed at this time in order to keep an accurate list .<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please contact the Christmas Party Committee by email, by text or by phone<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>. Tomika Hurt - (216) 820-5404, email: <a href="mailto:tomeika1993@icloud.com">tomeika1993@icloud.com</a> or Chacity Gilliam at (216) 644-4374, email: <a href="mailto:chacitygilliam04@gmail.com">chacitygilliam04@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Games and prizes will also be provided . For all those who want to participate please bring a gift for the gift exchange with the value of at least $10.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This is what is suggested and needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1. Pasta salad<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>2. Potato salad<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>3. Vegetable tray<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4. Cheese tray<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5. Any dips and crackers<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6. Cases of water<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>7. Paper products<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>8. Dessert / cookies, and cake<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Again, these are just suggestions. Please help us make this event a success. We ask those who are bringing items, please arrive 15/30 mins early to set up.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>I hope to see you all there.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Chacity Gilliam<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Announcement from the Cuyahoga Chapter:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We invite the Cleveland Chapter to join our Christmas party at My Friend Restaurant from 1:00 to 4:00. The address is 11616 Detroit Avenue. We hope to see you there!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Announcement from President, Turner<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>All members are encouraged to attend a Happy New year fellowship gathering, called, “NFB Friends and Members of the Year” Thus a new us, a new attitude and a new start”! What a great way to kick off 2026 with members, food and laughter. The address is 11616Detroit Road. Please RSVP so we can have a count for the restaurant.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Announcement from Chacity Gilliam Vice president:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The 2026 State of Ohio Convention will be held at the Marriott University of Dayton Hotel, 1414 South Patterson, Blvd. Dayton Ohio on November 5<sup>th</sup> through 8<sup>th</sup> 2026. The hotel rate is $129 per night.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We will charter a bus coach to Dayton. Here are the details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The price of a round-trip seat is $120 per passenger.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>You can begin installment payments starting on January 17, 2026<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>A $30 deposit is due by March 21, 2026 to secure your seat.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Final payment is due on September 21, 2026.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Deposits are final.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>You can either make your payments by zelle or mail.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Zelle address: <a href="mailto:NFB.CLE.Treasurer@Gmail.com">NFB.CLE.Treasurer@Gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mail: NFB of Cleveland, Attention, Natassha Ricks, <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6980 Ladd Ln.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Maple Heights, Ohio 44137<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please call either Chacity Gilliam at 216-644-4374 or Natassha Ricks at 216-376-9863 to inform them of your payment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Note: Please put in the memo: Dayton Trip.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>///<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>January 2026 Chapter Meeting:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Details:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Cleveland Chapter will hold their January 2026 meeting at the Garfield Heights Library, 5409 Turney Road, Garfield Heights, Ohio, from 1:00 to 3:30PM. Please bring a guest. Remember, 2026 dues are $15 for the year. Please provide them no later than January 30<sup>th</sup> 2026.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Finally, if you would like to serve on the following 2026 Cleveland Chapter Committees, please contact President, Suzanne<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>1. Legislative Committee – William Turner, Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>2. Education Committee -<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>3. Membership Committee – Theresa McKenney and Chacity Gilliam, Chairs<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>4. Fundraising Committee – Tomeika Hurt and Antonio Dobyne, Chairs<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>5. Outreach Committee – Wilbert Turner, Chair <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>6. Seniors Committee -<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Our Membership Coordinator is Chacity Gilliam. She will gather new members information and input them in the New membership Portal. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Cleveland’s Sargent of Arms will be Lorain Clemons and Machelle Gulley.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>If anyone need any assistance or clarification, please email or call me at:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>(216) 990-6199<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Email: <a href="mailto:SMTurner.234@gmail.com">SMTurner.234@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Thank you for reading!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Suzanne<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Suzanne M. Hartfield Turner<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>National Federation of the Blind of Ohio, Vice President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Ohio Legislative Director<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Cleveland Chapter, President<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>P: (216) 990-6199<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>W: NFBOhio.ORG<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ohiosblind/photos/">https://www.facebook.com/ohiosblind/photos/</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p></div></body></html>