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

Thu Dec 18 06:19:47 UTC 2025

Hi Bill,

Thank you--and Merry Christmas to you and your family. I hope the 
holiday season brings rest, joy, and time well spent with those you care 
about most.

Wishing you a truly spectacular 2026.

Regards,

David

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David B. Goldstein,
First Vice President
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania
www.NFBofPA.org [16]
vp1 at nfbofpa.org
(610) 715-5020 - mobile

On 2025-12-15 17:04, Bill McCann via NFBP-Talk wrote:

> Happy Hanukkah to you, David, to your family and to all our friends 
> celebrating Hanukkah.
> 
> Bill McCann
> 
> President
> 
> Dancing Dots
> 
> From: NFBP-Talk <nfbp-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of David B. 
> Goldstein via NFBP-Talk
> Sent: Monday, December 15, 2025 4:53 PM
> To: Nfbp Talk <nfbp-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: David B. Goldstein <david at icantcu.com>
> Subject: [NFBP-Talk] Watch This Week's Federation Focus, It's All I 
> wanted for Chanukkah
> 
> 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 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.SupportPABlind.org/ [1], 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
> One Tap Mobile
> +13092053325,,4503152944#
> 
> 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 
> [2]
> 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 
> [3]
> 
> 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&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b
> 
> 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/.
> 
> Happy Chanukkah!
> 
> Regards,
> 
> David
> 
> --
> 
> David B. Goldstein
> david at iCantCU.com
> (610) 715-5020 mobile
> www.iCantCU.com [4]
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Links:
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[1] http://www.SupportPABlind.org/
[2] 
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/97666825771/invitations?signature=_2F7tzs2xoMnx_mu92njSHpvAHhfbDy2OFICXSFo0U8
[3] 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anil-lewis-keynote-address-at-pa-state-convention/id1592248709?i=1000738772303
[4] http://www.iCantCU.com
[5] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370
[6] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2
[7] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/
[8] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon
[9] https://twitter.com/davidbenj
[10] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/
[11] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj
[12] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj
[13] 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709
[14] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI
[15] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast
[16] http://www.NFBofPA.org
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