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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Hey there PA Federationists,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Please read Denice’s email below and support the auction at this year’s State Convention in Harrisburg.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Regards,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>David Goldstein</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Dear Friends,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>It is now time to think about items for the NFB of PA State Convention. We</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>will be having a live auction along with the talent show scheduled for</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Friday night November 10th. We will be going back and forth between the two</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>events, just like last year. This is an event that everyone should attend.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>The proceeds from this event will be used to strengthen other affiliate</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>events and programming.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>I need all chapters, divisions, and individuals to think about what can</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>possibly be donated to the auction. We need quality items that will bring in</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>much needed funds to our affiliate, so that we always have funds available</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>to assist where needed.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>It would be good if your item was valued at $25, or more. Some of the items</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>that have worked well in the past are, but are not limited to: electronics,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>themed gift baskets, sports memorabilia, baked goods, certificates for free</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>hotel stays, jewelry, free tickets to the theater, or sporting events,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>handmade crafts, etc.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>It would be great if we could get at least two items from every chapter and</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>division, (of course, those who can are welcome to bring more). Individuals</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>may make donations as well. If a written description of an item is needed,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>it would be great if you would send me that information in advance.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you are looking for retailers to donate and item to you, please ask for,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>and use the letter that confirms our nonprofit status.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'> </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Thank you,</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>Denice Brown</span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'>NFB of PA Auctioneer </span><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Sent from My IPhone<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Freestyle Script";mso-ligatures:none'>Brian A. Mackey<br></span></b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none'><br>Brian A. Mackey<br>Administrative Assistant, Doubletree Reading Hotel<br>Treasurer, National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania<br>Webmaster, National Federation of the Blind Multiple State Affiliates<br>Secretary & Webmaster, Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association<br>609-680-8488<br></span><span style='mso-ligatures:none'><a href="mailto:Bmackey88@gmail.com"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>Bmackey88@gmail.com</span></a></span><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><br><br><span style='mso-ligatures:none'>“Happy are those who dream dreams and are willing to pay the price to make those dreams come true”<br> <i>-Vince Papale<o:p></o:p></i></span></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>