[Nfbsf] FW: 2017 State Convention Details

[Timothy Elder]

Information about the NFB of California state convention including grant opportunities.

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Subject: 2017 State Convention Details

Hello Everyone,

I've been asked for details about the California State Convention in November.  Below are all the details that are currently available.  Yes, you read it correctly, the cost for each passenger who rides a chartered bus to and from the convention really is $5.00 per person.  We do not  have details about the pickup points or schedules so far.  As soon as this information is available, I will provide it to you. Also, you are encouraged to check the nfbcal.org website to find details as they are  posted.  If you follow the links to the pre-registered page, the details are provided.

2017 State Convention
This year's theme:
No Boundaries: Release What Holds You Back.

DATES:
November 2-5
LOCATION:
Embassy Suites
901 E Calaveras Blvd
Milpitas, CA.
Please make your hotel reservations before pre-registering for the convention.

Hotel Reservations:

use code FOB, (Reservation Link)<http://embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/embassy-suites-by-hilton-milpitas-silicon-valley-MILCAES/index.html>

or call (408) 942-0400

Hotel cost:
$119 per night for a king sized bed and $129 for a room with two double beds. Tax is not included.
Breakfast and a Manager's reception with complimentary drinks and snacks are included in the room price.
Rooms at this rate are limited and do sell out.
Convention Pre-Registration:
Now Open Until October 23, 2017.
Follow this link to pre-register<http://ulwxastpyh.formstack.com/forms/2016_nfbc_state_convention_preregistration_form>

The $75 registration fee includes access to the Exhibit Hall, Game Night and Auction with appetizers, Saturday luncheon, and Saturday banquet.
If you are attending the convention sessions and Exhibit Hall only, pre-registration is $35.
We accept all major credit cards and PayPal accounts.

TRANSPORTATION:

Buses will be provided for those coming from outside the Bay Area in both Northern and Southern California. The cost is $5 per person. Information regarding the bus schedules will be announced at a later date

the Wilbur Radcliff Grant:
if you are a first-time attendee to the state convention, you may apply for the Wilbur Radcliff Grant, which is funded from an endowment from Francis Radcliff on behalf of her husband. It is meant to encourage first time state convention attendees to experience all that the NFB of California state convention has to offer.
Follow this link to apply for a grant. <http://www.nfbcal.org/nfbcnew/?p=1145&preview=true>
DEADLINE FOR APPLYING:
The deadline for applying


is September 20, 2017.

This year's theme, No Boundaries: Release What Holds You Back represents the fact all of us must take risks in order to grow and gain confidence in everything we do, from a first step with a cane, to a first bus ride to a first job-the list is as long as your possibilities.  To take risks and reach out beyond our safety zone, takes courage.  This year's theme pushes you to release whatever is keeping you from living the life you want.  Do not allow yourself to be held back. Invest in yourself and your abilities.