[NFBV-Announce] What's Happening and Zoom!
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Hey NFB Family and Friends,
I hope everyone enjoys their week and this crazy weather, at least its crazy
in Williamsburg.
Kudos Corner.
KNOCK KNOCK!
You say, "Who's there?"
The Greater Alexandria Chapter Is.
You say, "Greater Alexandria Chapter Is" who?
The Greater Alexandria Chapter is at it AGAIN!
At what, you ask?
Well.let me tell you!
The Greater Alexandria Chapter is teaming up with the Virginia Association
of Blind Students to host a one-of-a-kind, totally unique,
roll-up-your-sleeves-and-get-creative kind of event! We promise this
experience will bring out the Picasso in you-REALLY!
MOSAIC & MILKSHAKES! (Awesome title, right!)
We have invited Carol Erickson, a stained glass motif extraordinaire, to
share her talents in designing and teaching the art of stained glass
creations to all of us! A little information about our esteemed
artist-Carol holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fine Arts. She has been
working with stained glass for over 25 years and is an award-winning glass
artist. She also works in mosaics and fused glass, and has been teaching
"Paint Nights" to all ages for 9 years. Carol loves to share her creativity
and encourage exploration in all facets of art. Her motto is: Let your
creativity soar!
Here is how you can get in on this very FANTABULOUS event! (This event will
be limited to 20 participants.)
Date: Sunday, May 7, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Fairfax, VA (Address will be shared with those who successfully
RSVP)
Cost: $30 per participant (includes an apron and all necessary tools and
supplies, a delicious
milkshake with all the fixings, and you get to keep your
beautiful mosaic creation!)
RSVP Deadline: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
How to pay: All payments will be collected through Zelle. Please send
payment to <mailto:NFBVGAC1 at GMAIL.COM> NFBVGAC1 at GMAIL.COM.
After you have made your payment to our Zelle account, please send an email
to <mailto:reneerome at yahoo.com> reneerome at yahoo.com and include the name of
the participant and any guests who might accompany the participant, such as
a parent.
This event will be open to Project RISE and the Guides Program, as well as
all NFBV members.
Now here is the MILKSHAKE info! We will have a MILKSHAKE BAR featuring the
most delicious milkshakes EVER, with fun fixings to your liking! All paid
participants are invited to enjoy a milkshake, included in their package!
Parents or other guests are welcome to purchase a delicious milkshake at the
price of $5.00 per milkshake. All proceeds from the sale of these
extraordinarily yummy milkshakes will go to the Virginia Association of
Blind Students! So, drink up!
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Renee
Valdez, <mailto:reneerome at yahoo.com> reneerome at yahoo.com or (703) 966-0836.
Renee Valdez
(703) 966-0836
Spotlight On.
Greetings once again,
Our monthly meeting is nearly here! This month I would like to start a
recurring conversation about the chapter, and our roles in it and the
affiliate at a broader scale. To begin this conversation I ask you to read
or watch one of the following.
Why I Am a Federationist
.
https://nfb.org/sites/default/files/images/nfb/publications/bm/bm12/bm1201/b
m120108.htm
.
https://nfb.org/sites/nfb.org/files/images/nfb/audio/misc_2011/why_i_am_a_fe
derationist.mp3
If clicking on one of the above links does not work then copy and paste it
into your browser. I successfully viewed both URLs using the Chrome
browser, JAWS 2023 on a Windows 11 laptop. As a reminder, we will have a
brief meeting in May before taking a Summer break and returning in August.
Date: Tuesday April 18,
Time: 8 PM
Agenda:
. Family matters
Discussion of
. Why I am a Federationist
. Discussion of upcoming schedule
See the Chapter Information Section for our Affiliate's Zoom link.
I look forward to sharing an hour with you soon! Remember to visit the
chapter Facebook group.
Patrick Johnson, Chapter President
Important Notice
Fairfax Chapter Meetings are back to virtual as of April 2023. In-person
meetings and activities will resume in the future. Watch for announcements.
The Fairfax Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB)
will be meeting virtually on Thursday, April 20, 2023, from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
via Zoom.
In this announcement you will find:
* Description of this month's discussion topic
* Zoom and dial-in information(in the Chapter Information section).
* Agenda
* Contact Information and Resources:
Description of this month's Discussion Topic:
Now that warmer weather is here, let's share our favorite activities we like
to do at this time of year. Come ready to inspire others to try your
favorite spring-time activities, and be ready to be inspired to try
something new.
For example, attending the annual Fairfax Highschool spring musical is
guaranteed to be a showcase of fresh new up and coming acting and performing
talent. Join the meeting and find out how you can partake in this community
event with members of the Fairfax Chapter.
Please plan to connect to Zoom prior to 7:00pm.
Agenda:
* Meeting call to order by 7:00pm
* Roll Call of Board members
* Member and guest introductions
* President's opening remarks - Annette
* Social Activity Discussion: Fairfax Highschool musical
* Discussion of future topics and activities
* Discussion of future meeting format (virtual vs. in-person)
* Presidential Release Summary
* Sharing of favorite spring-time activities
* Announcements & final comments
* Adjournment no later than 8:30pm
Contact Information and Resources:
President, Fairfax Chapter National Federation of the Blind VA Affiliate
Annette Carr, M.Ed.
<mailto:nfbvFairfax at gmail.com> nfbvFairfax at gmail.com
Visit the NFB of VA Affiliate webpage for news and information from around
the state:
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Do you know what time it is?
It's time for the next Greater Alexandria Chapter meeting! And this is not
just any old ordinary chapter meeting, my friend! Oh no! THIS is a special
meeting! Do you know why? Because this is the Greater Alexandria Chapter's
Anniversary Meeting! This chapter was "born" Wednesday, March 29, 2017,
under the leadership and caring heart of Dr. Brian Miller.
We invite you to join us to celebrate our 6th year of service to the blind
community in Alexandria and Springfield (and beyond!), Virginia! We have
something very special planned for our Anniversary meeting and we hope you
will join us on Thursday, April 27th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., ready for
fun and activity.hint, hint!
It is also time for our annual election of officers! It will be very
important for all members of GAC to attend this meeting and cast your vote
for your leadership team! Remember, only paid Greater Alexandria Chapter
members are able to vote, so, if you have not yet paid your dues of $5 for
the year, please send it via Zelle to <mailto:NFBVGAC1 at GMAIL.COM>
NFBVGAC1 at GMAIL.COM by Monday, April 24th! If you do not have Zelle, you can
mail a check in the amount of $5, payable to The Greater Alexandria Chapter
to:
Renee Valdez
3934 Woodhue Place
Alexandria, VA 22309
This meeting will take place on the NFBV Affiliate Zoom: see below for
link.
If you have any questions of need further information, please contact Renee
Valdez, <mailto:reneerome at yahoo.com> reneerome at yahoo.com or (703) 966-0836
Renee Valdez
(703) 966-0836
Here's how to join our Affiliate's Zoom:
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One tap mobile
tell: +13017158592,,8297256345#
Telephone Dial: 1 (301) 715-8592
Meeting ID: 829 725 6345#
If needed the password is 20201940
Chapter Information:
Eastern Shore Chapter
Althea Pittman
Phone: 757-787-3853
E-mail: vaescil at gmail.com
Contact the chapter for current meeting times.
Chesapeake Bay Chapter
Chapter meeting: Fourth Saturday from 11 AM to 1:30 PM, at the Gus and
George's Spaghetti and Steakhouse, 4312 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach,
23452.
Virtual Meeting Information: None, in person only.
Fairfax Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Thursday from 7 to 8:30 PM, virtual meetings only.
Virtual Meeting Information: Uses the Affiliate's Zoom
Greater Alexandria Chapter
Chapter meeting: Fourth Thursday of most months from 7 to 9pm.
Virtual Meeting Information: Uses affiliate zoom.
Greater Williamsburg Chapter
Chapter meeting: First Saturday of each month
>From 1 to 3 PM at the James City Rec. Center,5301 Long Hill Road,
Williamsburg, 23188.
Virtual Meeting Information:
Peninsula Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Saturday of the month from 11:30 to 1 PM, My
Neighbor's Pub, 12743 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, 23602.
Virtual Meeting Information: Phone 605-475-4825 passcode, 549778#.
Potomac Chapter
Chapter meeting: Second Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 PM.
Virtual Meeting Information:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6025022255
Meeting ID: 602 502 2255
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Prince William Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Saturday of the month, from 2 to 3PM.
Virtual Meeting Information: Phone 605-313-5562 passcode, 293383.
We occasionally meet at Bar Louie, 15001 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge,
22191, follow this weekly announcement to learn when we will be in person.
Richmond Chapter
Chapter meeting: Fourth Monday of the month from 6:30-8:30 PM in the
assembly room of the Administrative Activities Building at VDBI, 401 Azalea
Ave. Richmond 23227.
Virtual Meeting Information: Uses affiliate zoom.
Tidewater Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Saturday of the month from 2PM to 3:30PM at Ynot
Italian, 1507 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, 23517 (lunch begins at 1 PM).
Virtual Meeting Information:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3661685508?pwd=a2RwY0o5TWVIa2xBbDBPSEJzL0l2QT09
Meeting ID: 366 168 5508
Passcode: 21211955
One tap mobile
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Dial by your location
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Winchester Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Saturday of the month from 10 AM to 11:30 AM at
Sollenberger True Value Hardware, 832 Berryville Ave., Winchester, 22601.
Virtual Meeting Information: Uses Affiliate Zoom.
At-Large Chapter
Chapter meeting: Third Tuesday of the month from 8 PM to 9 PM, August
through May, with a face to face reception held during state convention.
Designed to meet the needs of Virginians who do not live near a local
chapter.
Virtual Meeting Information: Uses affiliate zoom.
Seniors Division
Chapter Meeting: Fourth Wednesday the month from 7 PM to 9 PM
Virtual information: Uses Affiliate's zoom
How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to
improve the world! -Ann Frank
Peace,
Jacki Bruce
Corresponding Secretary, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia
RISE/Silver Bells Outreach Coordinator
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