[NFBSATX] NFB news and happenings, March 2018 addition

[Jose Martinez]

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> Welcome chapter members, every month the Communications committee will attempt to bring you this newsletter with local announcements as well as information from our national office. We hope you enjoy, and we appreciate any feedback that you can give us.
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> We had a very successful iFly event this past weekend. If you have not gotten a chance to check out the story where our chapter president was featured check the link below:
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> KENS5 iFly creates a memorable day for people with disabilities
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> Further Federation info:
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> Interested in learning more about the Federation? Well, subscribe to the Nations blind podcast today! This monthly podcast covers various areas of the Federation and keeps you up to date with the latest happenings within the organization. I recommend the January, 2018 one to start, as the hosts cover some great programs in the parents division. Check out the podcast here:
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> The Nations blind podcast
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> This is the scholarship season! The NFB National scholarship awards 30 scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $12,000 every year. All scholarships awarded are based on academic excellence, community service, and leadership. The deadline to submit this scholarship is March 31. So don’t delay!!
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> NFB National Scholarship Program
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> Chapter meeting time and date:
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> Our next chapter meeting will be on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. 4241 Woodcock Drive Suite A-10. Put it on your calendar, make your via trips and set an alarm because you don’t want to miss this! Agenda coming soon!
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> Other happenings:
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> March 3, 2018, 9:00 AM. Low Vision Expo, Tripoint, 3233 N St. Marys St
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>           We will have a table there, so if you did not sign up to help with the table, come by and say hello.
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> March 3, 2018, 10:00 AM. Hands-on demonstration of Beep Baseball for blind children. San Antonio Jets, Rodriguez Park, 6098 Jerome Rd.
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> March 10, Chapter meeting, 4241 Woodcock Drive Suite A-10
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> March 10, 2018, 10:00 AM. Multisensory tour “San Antonio 1718” at the San Antonio museum of art. Call tour scheduler, Ms. Chris Torgerson (210) 978-8138, to reserve your spot if you would like to attend.
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> March 31, NFB National Scholarship deadline to apply!!
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> April 1, San Antonio Lighthouse Scholarship Applications deadline to apply!!
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> April 13-15, Youth Conference, Holiday Inn Market Square
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> Communications committee
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