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--></style></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=isselectedend>Dear Members, Friends, and Allies,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>I’m writing with an important update regarding our September meeting, along with upcoming Greater Berks Chapter, community, and NFB of Pennsylvania events.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>September Meeting Cancellation<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>The Greater Berks Chapter meeting scheduled for <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time</span></strong> has been canceled. Several members are unable to attend due to prior commitments. Given the number who will be unavailable, the board of directors has decided not to hold our September meeting. We appreciate those who notified us in advance and look forward to reconnecting in October.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Berks Cultural Diversity Festival – September 26<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Our chapter will have an <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>outreach table at the 2026 Berks Cultural Diversity Festival</span></strong>, presented by <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Bring the Change</span></strong>.<o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Date:</span></strong> Saturday, September 26, 2026<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Time:</span></strong> 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo1'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Location:</span></strong> Reading City Park Bandshell, 11th and Washington Streets, Reading, PA<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>While the festival officially runs until 6:00 PM, activity generally begins slowing down around <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>4:00 to 4:30 PM</span></strong>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>This is a great opportunity to connect with the Greater Berks community, share resources, and introduce others to the National Federation of the Blind and our chapter. Members are encouraged to stop by or help at our outreach table.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Learn more:</span></strong><br><a href="https://bringthechange.net/berks-cultural-diversity-festival">https://bringthechange.net/berks-cultural-diversity-festival</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Next Chapter Meeting – October 17<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Please mark your calendar for our next Greater Berks Chapter meeting:<o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo2'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Date:</span></strong> Saturday, October 17, 2026<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo2'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Time:</span></strong> 10:00 AM Eastern Time<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo2'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Virtual:</span></strong> Zoom participation will be available.<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo2'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Possible In-Person Location:</span></strong> West Lawn Library, 101 Woodside Avenue, West Lawn, PA<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We will confirm closer to the meeting whether an in-person option will be available. If so, it will be held at the <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>West Lawn Library</span></strong>, with Zoom participation also available. Have an idea for a meeting topic, speaker, activity, or issue? Please let us know. <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>This is your chapter, and your involvement helps shape what we do.<o:p></o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>Zoom Access Information<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Join Zoom:</span></strong><br><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=L3BWRzdsSjNCbGFCdE5YbjNnYTBZZz09">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=L3BWRzdsSjNCbGFCdE5YbjNnYTBZZz09</a><o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo3'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Meeting ID:</span></strong> 952 5389 0689<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo3'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Passcode:</span></strong> 1977<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>One-Tap Mobile:</span></strong><o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4'>+1 646 876 9923,,95253890689# (New York)<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4'>+1 301 715 8592,,95253890689# (Washington DC)<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Dial-In:</span></strong><o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5'>+1 301 715 8592 (Washington DC)<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5'>+1 646 876 9923 (New York)<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Additional dial-in numbers:</span></strong><br><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/adg6AZcVek">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/u/adg6AZcVek</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Reading Hospital Road Run/Walk – October 18<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>The <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>2026 Reading Hospital Road Run/Walk</span></strong> will take place on <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Sunday, October 18, 2026, in West Reading</span></strong>. Hosted by <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>The Friends of Reading Hospital</span></strong>, the event supports <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Tower Health Reading Hospital</span></strong>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>5K<o:p></o:p></h3><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo6'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Start Time:</span></strong> 8:05 AM<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo6'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Registration:</span></strong> $35 plus processing fee through September 21<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo6'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Beginning September 22:</span></strong> $45 plus processing fee<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>1 Mile Fun Walk/Run<o:p></o:p></h3><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo7'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Start Time:</span></strong> 10:30 AM<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo7'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Registration:</span></strong> $10 plus processing fee through October 17<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo7'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Race Day:</span></strong> $15 plus processing fee<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Whether you run or walk, this is another opportunity to participate in our community while supporting Reading Hospital.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Learn more and register:</span></strong><br><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/WestReading/ReadingHospitalRoadRun">https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/WestReading/ReadingHospitalRoadRun</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>NFB of Pennsylvania State Convention – November 5–8<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>The <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>2026 National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania State Convention</span></strong> will take place <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Thursday, November 5 through Sunday, November 8, 2026</span></strong>, at the <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Hershey Lodge, 325 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033</span></strong>. Join Federationists from across Pennsylvania for educational sessions, advocacy, exhibits, networking, fellowship, and more.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>Convention Registration<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Alla carte registration is now open</span></strong>, allowing attendees to register for the convention and select individual meals. Those planning to participate in convention meals are encouraged to register in advance.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>Hershey Lodge Reservations<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>A special convention room block is available for <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>$149 per night, plus applicable taxes and fees</span></strong>, for stays from <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>November 4 through November 9, 2026</span></strong>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Book online:</span></strong><br><a href="https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth">https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth</a><o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Group ID:</span></strong> 10524996<o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo8'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Passcode:</span></strong> NFBLODGE26<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend>Both are case-sensitive.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>To book by phone, call the Hershey Lodge at <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>855-729-3108 between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM</span></strong> and ask for the group under <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania</span></strong>. Members are encouraged to reserve their rooms as soon as possible, as availability within the convention room block may become limited.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>Additional Convention Information<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>For registration, meals, hotel information, and other convention updates, visit:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><a href="https://nfbofpa.org/state-convention">https://nfbofpa.org/state-convention</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Join the Greater Berks Chapter<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Are you <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>blind, low vision, DeafBlind</span></strong>, or a <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>sighted ally</span></strong> interested in advocacy, resources, and community? Do you live, work, or go to school in the Greater Berks area?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Our chapter brings people together to share resources and experiences, advocate for equal opportunity and independence, and strengthen our community. Meetings are open to everyone.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>In the spirit of <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Come One, Bring One</span></strong>, invite someone who may be interested in learning more about the NFB and our chapter.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>Membership Dues – 2026 and 2027<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Annual Greater Berks Chapter dues are <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>$10 per person per calendar year</span></strong>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We are currently accepting <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>2026 dues</span></strong>. <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Beginning in October, we will also begin collecting 2027 dues</span></strong>, allowing members to pay early and keep their membership current for the new year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Potential new members are welcome to attend a couple of meetings before deciding whether to join as a dues-paying member. There is no obligation to pay dues right away.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Dues-paying members may <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>vote, make motions, and hold office</span></strong>, and dues help support chapter advocacy, outreach, and activities.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h3>Payment Options<o:p></o:p></h3><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Zelle:</span></strong> Send to <em><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Greater Berks Chapter of the NFB</span></em> at <a href="mailto:berks@nfbofpa.org"><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:blue'>berks@nfbofpa.org</span></strong></a>. Include <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>“2026 dues” or “2027 dues”</span></strong> in the memo.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Check:</span></strong> Make payable to <em><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>NFB Greater Berks Chapter</span></em>, include the membership year on the memo line, and mail or hand-deliver to:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>NFB Greater Berks Chapter</span></strong><br>c/o Linda Mackey, Treasurer<br>33 Merganser Drive<br>Sinking Spring, PA 19608<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Cash:</span></strong> May be paid in person. Please tell Linda Mackey, Treasurer, who the payment is for and the membership year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><h2>RSVP and Contact Information<o:p></o:p></h2><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>Please contact us if you plan to attend the <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>October 17 meeting</span></strong>, would like to help at the <strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Berks Cultural Diversity Festival</span></strong>, or need assistance.<o:p></o:p></p><ul type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo9'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Email:</span></strong> <a href="mailto:berks@nfbofpa.org">berks@nfbofpa.org</a><o:p></o:p></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo9'><strong><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Call or Text:</span></strong> 609-680-8488<o:p></o:p></li></ul><p class=isselectedend><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=isselectedend>We have a busy fall ahead and hope you will join us at these upcoming chapter, community, and state activities.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></strong></p><p class=isselectedend><strong><span style='font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif'>Come One, Bring One. Together we care, we share, we grow, and we make a difference.</span></strong><o:p></o:p></p><p><o:p> </o:p></p><p>Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></p><p><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto'><b><span style='font-size:18.0pt;font-family:"Freestyle Script"'>Brian A. Mackey<br></span></b><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><br>Brian A. Mackey, President<br>Greater Berks Chapter<br>National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania<br>Phone: 609-680-8488<br>Email: </span><a href="mailto:berks@nfbofpa.org" target="_blank"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>berks@nfbofpa.org</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><br>Website: </span><a href="http://www.nfbofpa.org/greater-berks" target="_blank"><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#0563C1'>www.nfbofpa.org/greater-berks</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><br><i>Facebook: </i></span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BerksFederation" target="_blank"><span style='font-size:13.5pt;font-family:Roboto;color:#0563C1'>www.facebook.com/BerksFederation</span></a><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><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></div></body></html>