[NFBp-Berks] Reminder: National Federation of the Blind of PA Greater Berks Chapter meeting on June 21 at 10 AM

[Brian Mackey]

Are you blind, low vision, DeafBlind, or a sighted ally interested in
advocacy, resources, and community? We invite you to our Greater Berks
Chapter Meeting this Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET. Join us to
connect, learn, and grow with others in the community. Whether you are
attending in person or virtually, we welcome your participation!

 

At the Greater Berks Chapter, we care, we share, we grow, we make a
difference in the lives of those who are blind, low vision, DeafBlind, or
sighted allies. Come be a part of this positive, empowering environment!

 


Meeting Details


*	Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
*	Time: 10:00 AM Eastern Time
*	Location: West Lawn Wyomissing Hills Library
*	Address: 101 Woodside Avenue, West Lawn, PA 19609

 

We encourage everyone who can to attend in person to experience the energy
of our local chapter! Meetings are open to all, but only dues-paying members
can make motions and vote on chapter business. In the spirit of "Come One,
Bring One," bring a friend who may be interested in learning more about the
NFB and our chapter.

 


Directions for In-Person Attendees


 

For those attending in person, here are the directions:

*	Enter the building and take the stairs on the left to the basement
level.
*	Go through the double doors at the bottom of the stairs.
*	Important: Turn left after the double doors and take another left at
the reception desk to reach the meeting room.

 

Please arrive a few minutes early if you need time to navigate the building.

 


Can't Join Us in Person? Join via Zoom


 

If you can't attend in person, you can join the meeting virtually via Zoom:

*	Zoom Meeting Link:
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=L3BWRzdsSjNCbGFCdE5YbjNnYTBZZz09
*	Meeting ID: 952 5389 0689
*	Passcode: 1977

 

One-Tap Mobile Access:

*	+1 646 876 9923,,95253890689# (New York)
*	+1 301 715 8592,,95253890689# (Washington DC)

 

Dial-In by Phone:

*	+1 301 715 8592 (Washington DC)
*	+1 646 876 9923 (New York)

 

Find additional dial-in numbers here:
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/adg6AZcVek

 


Membership & 2025 Dues


 

To become an official member and gain voting rights, you can pay your 2025
Greater Berks Chapter dues of just $10 using the following methods:

*	Zelle: Send to Greater Berks Chapter of NFB at
<mailto:berks at nfbofpa.org> berks at nfbofpa.org

*	Include "2025 dues" in the memo

*	Check:

*	Make payable to NFB Greater Berks Chapter
*	Memo line: 2025 dues
*	Mail or hand-deliver to:
NFB of PA Greater Berks Chapter
c/o Linda Mackey, Treasurer
33 Merganser Drive
Sinking Spring, PA 19608

*	Cash (Hand-Delivered):

*	Cash payments are accepted in person. Please let Linda Mackey,
Treasurer, know who the payment is for when submitting cash.

 


Save the Date: Panera Fundraiser - Saturday, July 26, 2025


 

Join us at Panera Bread, 2733 Papermill Road, Wyomissing, PA 19610, on
Saturday, July 26, 2025 to support the Greater Berks Chapter.

 

Dine in person between 4:00 and 8:00 PM, and Panera will donate 30% of all
food and beverage sales (before taxes, tips, and fees) to help fund member
attendance at this year's Pennsylvania State Convention. Just present the
fundraiser flyer at checkout-either electronically on your mobile device or
as a printed copy.

 

Can't join during that time? Orders placed all day on July 26 through
Panera's website, mobile app, or in-store kiosk with promo code FUND4U will
also count toward the fundraiser.

 

Please note:

*	Gift card purchases, catering orders, and third-party delivery
(e.g., DoorDash, Uber Eats) do not count.
*	Only orders placed directly with Panera using promo code FUND4U
qualify.

 

A flyer is attached-please share it as far and wide as possible! We'll
discuss the fundraiser at our June 21 chapter meeting. Thank you for helping
us empower our community!

 


RSVP & Contact Information


 

Please let us know if you'll be attending in person or virtually. We're
happy to answer any questions you may have or assist with anything else you
need!

*	Email: berks at nfbofpa.org <mailto:berks at nfbofpa.org> 
*	Call or Text: 609-680-8488

 

We're excited to see you next Saturday! Come One, Bring One and help us
build a dynamic community of those who are blind, low vision, DeafBlind, or
sighted allies. Together, we care, we share, we grow, we make a difference

 

 

Brian A. Mackey

Brian A. Mackey, President
Greater Berks Chapter
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania
Phone: 609-680-8488
Email: berks at nfbofpa.org <mailto:berks at nfbofpa.org> 
Website: www.nfbofpa.org/greater-berks
<http://www.nfbofpa.org/greater-berks> 
Facebook:  <https://www.facebook.com/BerksFederation>
www.facebook.com/BerksFederation

 

 

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