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<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Hey there PA Federationists,</p>
<p>It’s convention week! Watch now: <a href="https://youtu.be/uNatvLl2J1w">https://youtu.be/uNatvLl2J1w</a>. The NFB of Pennsylvania’s 2025 State Convention runs November 13–16 at the Best Western Premier in Harrisburg. If you missed online registration, you can still register on-site for $35. The packed schedule includes the Senior Possibilities Fair, a tech seminar featuring Jonathan Mosen and InnoSearch, Family Feud Night, the exhibit hall, student seminar, Friday auction, and Saturday banquet. There is even a way to be there virtually! Don’t miss the 85th anniversary celebration of the organized blind movement on Sunday. Plus, mark your calendar for the Blind Merchants Holiday Party on December 6 in Philadelphia.</p>
<p>Scroll down for all the links!</p>
<h3>Convention Agenda is Available</h3>
<p>Have a look at the Agenda for the 2025 State Convention in Harrisburg at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/agenda-2025-state-convention">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/agenda-2025-state-convention</a>. There is also a guide and description to the Best Western Premier at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/best-western-premier-harrisburg-step-step">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/best-western-premier-harrisburg-step-step</a>. If you’d like a braille version of the agenda for your braille device, please reach out and I’ll send you the file.</p>
<h3>Senior Possibilities Fair</h3>
<p>Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Best Western Premier in Harrisburg for the Senior Possibilities Fair. For just $20 (including continental breakfast), older adults experiencing vision loss can explore hands-on exhibits, hear from expert speakers, and discover adaptive tools and resources that promote independence. Vision loss doesn’t mean giving up your life—learn how the right training and technology can help you stay confident, independent, and thriving. Learn more and register at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/discover-independence-senior-possibilities-fair">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/discover-independence-senior-possibilities-fair</a>. Online sales close on Tuesday, November 11, but you will be able to purchase admission at the door.</p>
<h3>Platinum Sponsor for our Convention</h3>
<p>We are excited that Waymo (<a href="https://waymo.com/">https://waymo.com/</a> ) is a Platinum Sponsor of our 2025 State Convention in Harrisburg. What is Waymo? Have a look at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zw3W-SFoN9I">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zw3W-SFoN9I</a>.</p>
<h3>Other Sponsors</h3>
<p>A huge thank-you to <strong>UPMC</strong> for joining us as a <strong>Gold Sponsor</strong> of our State Convention! We’re also excited to welcome <strong>Remax Delta Realty Group</strong> as a <strong>Silver Sponsor</strong> and deeply appreciate <strong>Democracy Live’s</strong> ongoing commitment as a <strong>Bronze Sponsor</strong>. Other Bronze Sponsors include Sky’s the Limit Communications, Sean Collins from State Farm, and being haircare! We are also thankful that Vanda Pharmaceutical is a Community Partner. Links to all of our sponsors are available at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/blog/sponsors-2025-state-convention">https://nfbofpa.org/blog/sponsors-2025-state-convention</a>.</p>
<h3>Amtrak Code</h3>
<p>If you are traveling from Philadelphia to Harrisburg, use code V819 for the disability discount.</p>
<h2>Meetings</h2>
<p>All activity in our State Convention’s primary ballroom will be streamed live, wifi permitting. Here is the Zoom info:<br />https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/93740003678?pwd=VlJIYm5MNWJHdXdHSTNtOGlnL0xKdz09</p>
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<h2>Fundraisers</h2>
<h3>PA Association of Blind Merchants Holiday Party</h3>
<p>The PABM invites you to the 2025 Holiday Networking Party and Fundraiser on December 6 from 5 PM to 10 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton at Philadelphia Airport. Enjoy food, music, our auction, and basket raffles. In addition, the Blind Merchants will be collecting non-perishable food to donate to Philabundance. Here is a list of the top 10 items: peanut butter and jelly, cooking oils, canned tuna or meat, canned stews and soups, canned fruits and vegetables, oatmeal/breakfast cereals, whole-grain pastas, 100% juices, rice, and boxed non-refrigerated milk. Learn more and register at <a href="https://pablindmerchants.org/holiday-party/registration/">https://pablindmerchants.org/holiday-party/registration/</a>. The hotel room block has been extended to today! Contact PABM President Pam Baquero for a room.</p>
<p>See you in Harrisburg!</p>
<p>—David Goldstein<br />First Vice President, NFB of PA</p>
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