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<p>Hey there PA Federationists!</p>
<p class="p1">This week's Federation Focus comes to you from Las Vegas! Don't worry, I'm not wearing one of those skimpy showgirl outfits. Liz wouldn't have been able to hold the camera steady from laughter if I was wearing one!</p>
<p class="p1">Check out the video: <a href="https://youtu.be/2fe-R-yz1jc">https://youtu.be/2fe-R-yz1jc</a> </p>
<p class="p1">There are two meetings (see the links below) and two fundraisers that I talke about in the video.</p>
<p class="p1">One fundraiser is tomorrow at Landmark Americana at 3333 Market Street in Philadelphia and benefits the Keystone Chapter. Keystone will receive 25% of your food and drink tab on all regularly priced menu items, including adult beverages!</p>
<p class="p1">You need to print the <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Sip-Savor-Support-FINAL-TROY.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sip. Savor. Support Flyer</a>, grab some friends and head to Landmark Americana for lunch, dinner, or drinks! What are you going to get?</p>
<p class="p1">Meetings:</p>
<p class="p1">April 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM</p>
<p class="p1">State Convention Planning Meeting<br />Via Zoom<br /><a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/planningzoom/"><span class="s1">https://www.nfbofpa.org/planningzoom/</span></a><span class="s1"> </span></p>
<p class="p1">May 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM</p>
<p class="p1">Jigsaw Chapter Meeting<br />Via Zoom:<br /><a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/jigsawzoom/">https://www.nfbofpa.org/jigsawzoom/</a></p>
<p class="p1">One tap mobile</p>
<p class="p1">+13017158592,,91793332704# US (Washington DC)</p>
<p class="p1">Fundraisers</p>
<p class="p1">Sip. Savor. Support. Fundraiser for the Keystone Chapter</p>
<p class="p1">The Keystone Chapter has partnered with Landmark Americana at 3333 Market Street in Philadelphia. On April 29, 2025, from open to close, 25% of your check will be donated to the chapter on all non-promotional items. You must bring a paper flyer with you for the chapter to receive the donation. Find the flyer at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Sip-Savor-Support-FINAL-TROY.pdf">https://nfbofpa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Sip-Savor-Support-FINAL-TROY.pdf</a></p>
<p class="p1">I hope you can make it!</p>
<p class="p1">Spring Fling Blind Vendor Showcase & Fundraiser</p>
<p class="p1">The PA Association of Blind Merchants invites you to the Spring Fling Blind Vendor Showcase on May 17, 2025, from 4 PM to 10 PM at the Best Western Premier in Harrisburg</p>
<p class="p1">Food, fun, raffles, and auctions on some very cool stuff.</p>
<p class="p1">Be a sponsor of the event: <a href="https://www.pablindmerchants.org/sponsor/">https://www.pablindmerchants.org/sponsor/</a></p>
<p class="p1">Are you a blind entrepreneur? Exhibit at the event: <a href="https://www.pablindmerchants.org/exhibit/">https://www.pablindmerchants.org/exhibit/</a></p>
<p class="p1">Attend the event: <a href="https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling/">https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling/</a></p>
<p class="p1">Spring Fling Blind Vendor Showcase flyer: <a href="http://pablindmerchants.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/pabm-spring-fling-flyer-FINAL.png">http://pablindmerchants.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/pabm-spring-fling-flyer-FINAL.png</a></p>
<p class="p1">Please join us!</p>
<p class="p1">White Canes Connect Episode 132</p>
<p class="p1">In Episode 132 of White Canes Connect, hosts Michelle McManus and David Goldstein welcome Shawn Welker, founder of Visual Eyes Access, a low-cost visual interpreting service with a unique approach. Shawn shares how his background in accessibility and mobility training gives him a deeper understanding of blind users’ needs, setting his service apart from other platforms like Aira and Be My Eyes.</p>
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<p class="p1">Find the podcast on</p>
<p class="p1">Apple Podcasts</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shawn-welkers-mission-affordable-visual-interpreting/id1592248709?i=1000704263913">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shawn-welkers-mission-affordable-visual-interpreting/id1592248709?i=1000704263913</a></span></p>
<p class="p1">Spotify</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/60bg3hmo5X4uIayLzhVv6A">https://open.spotify.com/episode/60bg3hmo5X4uIayLzhVv6A</a> </span></p>
<p class="p1">YouTube</p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><a href="https://youtu.be/E7fT9O4g5PE?si=affJ34ubt9B2NrXL">https://youtu.be/E7fT9O4g5PE?si=affJ34ubt9B2NrXL</a> </span></p>
<p class="p2"> </p>
<p class="p1">White Canes Connect #19 on Best 100 Visually Impaired Podcasts</p>
<p class="p1">We’ve been listed on the 100 Best Visually Impaired Podcasts for a few months now, currently sitting at #19! Check out the list: <a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/">https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/</a>. Check out the list, you may find your new, favorite podcast on it!</p>
<p class="p1">NFB National Convention</p>
<p class="p1">Join over 2500 blind people in New Orleans from July 8 through July 13 for the National Federation of the Blind National Convention! Learn more at <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/nola/">https://www.nfbofpa.org/nola/</a></p>
<p class="p1">I hope to see you at Landmark Americana tomorrow afternoon!</p>
<p class="p1">Regards,</p>
<p class="p1">David</p>
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