[NFBV-Announce] NFBV22 Convention Highlights for Seniors

Wed Sep 21 02:38:32 UTC 2022

Are you 55 and older? If so, this convention highlight message features a
range of activities you might find interesting!

Thursday, October 27

*	Welcome Party - After 3 years apart, please join us in the
Presidential Suite at 6:00 PM for an informal welcome reception with some
light refreshments to kick off the convention in the company of old friends
and new.
*	Chocolate Tasting Olympics - Where do you find the best chocolates
in the world? Sharon Soforenko has curated a fine selection of chocolates
from 6 countries. Come learn about the chocolates, taste a sampling, and
vote for your favorites. This 9:00 PM event is limited to the first 50
individuals who  <https://nfbv.org/registration> register for the Chocolate
tasting on the registration form. 

Friday, October 28

*	General Session starts at 9:00 AM, and our opening ceremonies will
officially kick off this year's convention. Claim your seat early in case
you're among the first to win a door prize!
*	Learn about Silver Bells - During the morning session, you will hear
from a participant from each of our of 2022 classes. In the afternoon,
experience what you can expect at one of our weekend sessions with some
valuable hands-on demonstrations. 
*	What We accomplish as a national organization Together - We're doing
great things in Virginia, but did you also know we're making a tremendous
impact across the country? Learn about our national accomplishments from our
Executive Director for Advocacy & Policy, John Pare.
*	Learn CPR and First Aid - If you choose not to attend the Silver
Bells afternoon session, because you want to experience the real deal next
winter/spring, please consider our CPR class. Are you interested in learning
how to administer adult and pediatric CPR? Do you want to know the proper
intervention if an adult, child, or infant is choking? Learn the skills to
protect your family and your community. This class is limited to the first
20 class registrants who write to CPRClass at nfbv.org
<mailto:CPRClass at nfbv.org> .
*	Latin Night - Hey, who said seniors can't have fun? Immerse yourself
in our evening celebration of Latin munchies, music, and dance. Let down
your hair and join us for this energetic celebration!
*	Discover the latest in emerging assistive technology! - Why read
about interesting gadgets when you could experience them? Why take our word
for excellent services across Virginia when you could talk directly to the
people who offer them? You will find these and other services at our exhibit
hall.
*	Public Meeting on DBVI Divisions, Programs and Services - As one of
our key partners, it's always a pleasure to hear from the commissioner. Come
hear all about his future plans and vision for blind Virginians during the
morning General Session. Then, Bring your questions and comments to the
Public  Meeting at 5:00 PM. Let your voice be heard!

Saturday, October 29

*	Learn what is possible from various success stories as part of our
morning general session.
*	Seniors Division Workshop - Join the Seniors Division for a
self-defense course specifically for seniors, learn about fitness apps
catered specifically for blind and low vision seniors,  explore the Blind
Shell, a smart phone specifically designed for blind and low vision seniors,
and  build your community of peers across Virginia.
*	Conquer Vispero's Accessible Escape Room - This casino themed, team
building activity allows you to have fun while solving puzzles together. And
no, we do not lock you in.
*	Flex your mind and muscles in our yoga, and cardio fitness workshops
- Learn the techniques and strategies to engage in fitness at a health club
or in your local community   in the morning General Session then apply these
techniques in fitness and self-defense classes in the afternoon. Bring
clothes to exercise  so you can enjoy one of our three class options.

*	Costume Banquet - The Saturday Evening Banquet is a highlight of the
convention featuring an inspiring address from National Federation of the
Blind Executive Director for Advocacy and Policy, John Pare. This year's
banquet will be a costume party so feel free to express yourself and share
your tasteful creativity. Our roving reporters will come by to conduct brief
interviews so be ready to share your costume details

Sunday, October 30

*	Inter-Faith Breakfast - How can your faith community provide you
opportunities to build your network, try new skills, and grow your
leadership? Join us for this engaging breakfast and learn from role models
who are fully participating in their local organizations.
*	The future of Access Technology Training- You already know that the
way we learn is changing dramatically. What is the future of how you learn
skills and access technology in our Web 3 world? We have brought leaders and
instructors who are driving these trends to share the path forward and
address questions. You are never too old to learn new techniques in this
evolving world!

The National Federation of the Blind of Virginia Convention combines
excellent networking with positive blind role models, fellowship with old
and new friends across the Commonwealth, and some of the best presentations
on topics important to the blind of Virginia

You will want to act before October 10 to book your hotel reservation and
register for our deeply subsidize convention registration and meals.

Details on convention registration and hotel reservations can be found at:

https://nfbv.org/convention

we look forward to being with you in Tysons Corner.

Tracy Soforenko

President, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia

202 285-4595

 <mailto:Tracy.soforenko at gmail.com> Tracy.soforenko at gmail.com

 <http://www.nfb.org> www.nfb.org

 <http://www.nfbv.org> www.nfbv.org

National Federation of the Blind. Live the Life You Want

The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day we work
together to help blind people live the lives they want.

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