[NFBP-Talk] Watch This Week's Federation Focus, It's All I wanted for Chanukkah

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Happy Hanukkah to you, David, to your family and to all our friends celebrating Hanukkah.

 

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Hey there PA Federationists,

In this week’s Federation Focus at https://youtu.be/_u3UEpCvpA4, I’ve got three meetings to tell you about and an important reminder about dues. No matter what chapter or division you’re in, dues must be paid by December 31 to be a member for all of 2026. Paying dues gives you voting rights, the ability to make motions, and eligibility for financial assistance for Washington Seminar and National Convention. I also run through this week’s meetings, share updates on Washington Seminar and our 2026 State Convention, and highlight the latest episode of White Canes Connect. Happy Hanukkah, and thanks for being part of the Federation.

 

Scroll down for all the links!

 

Blind Parents Division Meeting and Elections

Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents (POBP) will hold its monthly meeting on Saturday, December 20, 2025, 7PM – 8:30 PM ET

Via Zoom

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09

One tap mobile

+13017158592,,92797371396# US (Washington DC)

We will begin the meeting by holding our division elections, followed by our group support discussion. If you wish to vote in the elections or run for a position, please be sure your division dues are paid prior to the meeting. Our annual dues are $11 and can be paid by contacting our Treasurer, Marva Hall, at  <mailto:marva at myyahoo.com> marva at myyahoo.com or 215-834-0102.

The following positions are open:

- President

- Vice President

- Secretary

- Treasurer

If you are interested in running for a position or would like more information about the elections or the meeting, please get in touch with Stacie Leap.

 Giving Tuesday is Over, but…

Our mission doesn’t hit pause. Every day, we are challenging low expectations, expanding access, and proving that blindness is not a barrier to living the life you want. When you give at http://www. <http://www.SupportPABlind.org/> SupportPABlind.org/, you fuel training, mentorship, and opportunities for blind Pennsylvanians across the Commonwealth.

Giving Tuesday may have passed — but the impact of your generosity starts right now. Please consider donating today.

 

Renew or Join Now

Your membership is your voice — it’s what gives you the right to vote, shape priorities, and help lead your chapter or division forward. And here’s something many don’t realize: to receive financial assistance for the 2026 National Convention, State Convention, or Washington Seminar, you must be a member by December 31, 2025.

Don’t miss out on the support and opportunities you deserve. Renew your membership or join today by contacting your chapter or division President or Treasurer.

 

Meetings

 

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM

PA Association of Blind Merchants

Via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 7:00 PM
DeafBlind Division Meeting
Via Zoom
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/98011745391?pwd=OElqZ3JRdXFDRFRzNHp5NUJqYmN0QT09
One tap mobile
+16468769923,,98011745391#

 

Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM
Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Zoom Only
 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/97666825771/invitations?signature=_2F7tzs2xoMnx_mu92njSHpvAHhfbDy2OFICXSFo0U8> https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/97666825771/invitations?signature=_2F7tzs2xoMnx_mu92njSHpvAHhfbDy2OFICXSFo0U8
One tap mobile

+16469313860,,97666825771# 
Please note the new Zoom information.

 

White Canes Connect

White Canes Connect episode 147 features a powerful address from National Federation of the Blind President Mark Riccobono, delivered to the NFB of Pennsylvania State Convention in Harrisburg. Reflecting on the eve of the organization’s 85th anniversary, President Riccobono shares his personal journey of discovering the Federation in 1996 and how the community transformed his understanding of blindness, leadership, and collective action.

Find this episode at:

Apple Podcasts

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/believe-and-build-president-riccobonos-message-to/id1592248709?i=1000740578363 <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anil-lewis-keynote-address-at-pa-state-convention/id1592248709?i=1000738772303> 

Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1OCl9nD6xdYjSlvHFvl6ZM 

YouTube

https://youtu.be/KsOQ1F4n8IE?si=RzLew2SO9fJFXtu7 

White Canes Connect Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/147/    

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 <https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b> &utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b

 

NFB-NEWSLINE®

Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE® 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/.

Happy Chanukkah!

Regards,

David

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