[NFBP-Brandywine] Federation Focus for the Week of September 22,

[David B. Goldstein]

Hey there PA Federationists,

In this edition of Federation Focus, i share a packed fall schedule. 
Watch this week's video here: https://youtu.be/7tJkJcmkPqs. Five 
meetings are on deck, including state convention planning, seniors, 
Brandywine Valley, Greater Philly, and Erie County. Convention 
registration is now open with à la carte meal pricing, plus a call for 
door prizes and auction items. Scholarship applications are due 
September 30, and raffle ticket stubs and payments must reach Jim 
Antonacci before month's end. Fundraisers include the Greater Lehigh 
Valley Gala and Panera gift card sales.

Scroll down for all the links!

NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg from November 13 - November 16

A la carte registration is now open for State Convention! Register at 
https://www.nfbofpa.org/register/. Check out the meals at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-meals/. Learn more and 
get other important links and phone numbers at 
https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention/. You can make hotel 
reservations at the Best Western Premier by calling (717) 561-2800. If 
you have a product or service you want to promote at our convention 
register for the Exhibit Hall at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/showcase-your-products-2025-nfb-pa-state-convention-exhibit-hall. 
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Learn how you can support our 
affiliate at 
https://nfbofpa.org/blog/2025-state-convention-sponsorship-opportunities.

NFB of PA Scholarship Program

Are you a blind or low vision student heading to college this fall? The 
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania wants to support your 
journey. Our Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to students 
who are legally blind, enrolled in an accredited college or university, 
and able to attend the NFB of PA State Convention in November. We 
believe in your potential--and we're here to help you reach it. Apply 
now and take the next step toward your goals: 
nfbofpa.org/scholarship-program [1]. Apply by September 30, 2025.

Meetings

Monday, September 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM
State Convention Planning Meeting
Via Zoom

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09

One Tap Mobile
+16468769923,,93740003678#

Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM
Seniors Group
Via Zoom

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/99546476505?pwd=cWU1bUpySFArLy84cmlZVHdXNEN5UT09 
[2]

One tap mobile

+16468769923,,99546476505#

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Brandywine Valley Chapter Meeting
Via Zoom
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/96234199448?pwd=cEtjbmRoV1hteVhVSXdwV2FDVGJUdz09
One tap mobile

+16468769923,,96234199448#

Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM

Greater Philadelphia Chapter Meeting
In-person at the Park Tower Apartments
4001 Conshohocken Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5699964324?... [3]

Meeting ID: 569 996 4324

One tap mobile

+13017158592,,5699964324#

Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM

Erie County Chapter Meeting
Via Zoom
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09
One tap mobile

+13126266799,,91404388179#

Fundraisers

Affiliate Scholarship Raffle

Get your raffle stubs and payments to Jim Antonacci before September 30! 
If you need Jim's mailing address, please reach out to me at 
vp1 at nfbofpa.org.

Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light Fundraiser

Support the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter annual Dancing in the Dark 
fundraiser. The Gala takes place on October 10 at the Northampton 
Country Club in Easton. General Attendance Ticket: $100.00, Blind 
Attendance Ticket: $50.00. Ticket includes food, entertainment, and a 
chance to win great prizes! Contact Jemmie Jones at 
pidgeon1212 at gmail.com for more info, to purchase tickets, or make a 
donation for the event.

Capital Chapter Panera e-Gift Card Fundraiser

The Capital Chapter still has a limited number of $25 Panera e-gift 
cards available--grab one while they last! It's an easy way to support 
the chapter and treat yourself (or someone else) to something delicious. 
Purchase yours today at: 
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8T3TRZPB8FSLA [4]. Every 
card sold helps fuel the chapter's work--thank you for your support!

White Canes Connect

In episode 144 of _White Canes Connect_, Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein 
welcome an incredible team from the Library of Accessible Media for 
Pennsylvanians (LAMP) in Pittsburgh. Joining us are Mark Lee, Library 
Administrator; Mary Beth Parks, Patron Services Manager; Laura Hughes, 
Youth Services Librarian; and Jeff Wright, Manager of Technology and 
Materials Fulfillment.

Find this episode at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-statewide-beacon-how-lamp-levels-the-playing-field/id1592248709?i=1000723900110

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xg9wI8ILTiAMozGEvrZ7c

YouTube

https://youtu.be/uz3CnDTjDuo?si=sYQzR25WvUsXAiwE

White Canes Connect Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/144/

White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists

Our affiliate podcast is one of the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts 
on FeedSpot! Check out the list at 
https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/.

White Canes Connect is also on the Best 100 on Million Podcasts! Have a 
look: 
https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b 
[5]

NFB-NEWSLINE(R)

Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline. 
Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.

Braille Monitor

The Braille Monitor is the NFB's flagship publication. Learn more about 
it at https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor.

Independence Market Online

The Independence Market is now available online! Explore their product 
offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/.

Have a great week ahead!
Regards,
David
-- 
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