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

Fri Dec 19 01:32:37 UTC 2025

Hi Steve,

Thanks! It is work, but I love doing it.

You could do the same for SC...

Regards,

David

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David B. Goldstein,
First Vice President
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania
www.NFBofPA.org [17]
vp1 at nfbofpa.org
(610) 715-5020 - mobile

On 2025-12-18 14:10, Steve Cook wrote:

> Hi David,
> 
> I enjoyed listening to your Federation Focus for the week! This is a 
> great idea and I can tell you put a lot of time in this!
> 
> Keep up the awesome work!
> 
> Steve Cook
> 
> You are invited to join us on the 1st and 2nd Friday of each month at 
> 8:00 PM Eastern for audio described movies using the below Zoom 
> platform!
> 
> https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09 
> [16]
> 
> Meeting ID: 803 254 3777
> 
> Passcode: 124578
> 
> From: NFBP-Talk <nfbp-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of David B. 
> Goldstein via NFBP-Talk
> Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2025 1:20 AM
> To: NFB of Pennsylvania Talk, state list <nfbp-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: David B. Goldstein <vp1 at nfbofpa.org>
> Subject: Re: [NFBP-Talk] Watch This Week's Federation Focus, It's All I 
> wanted for Chanukkah
> 
> 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
> 
> ---
> 
> David B. Goldstein,
> First Vice President
> National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania
> www.NFBofPA.org [17]
> 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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[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] 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09
[17] http://www.NFBofPA.org
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