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If so, this convention highlight message features a range of activities you might find interesting!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Thursday, October 27<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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 </span><a href="https://nfbv.org/registration"><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>register </span></a><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>for the Chocolate tasting on the registration form. <o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Friday, October 28<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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. <o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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 <a href="mailto:CPRClass@nfbv.org">CPRClass@nfbv.org</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Saturday, October 29<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-left:.25in'><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Learn what is possible from various success stories as part of our morning general session.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>Conquer Vispero's Accessible Escape Room - This casino themed, team building activity allows you to have fun while solving puzzles together. And </span>no, we do not lock you in.<span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><h1>Sunday, October 30<o:p></o:p></h1><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif'>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!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>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<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>You will want to act before October 10 to book your hotel reservation and register for our deeply subsidize convention registration and meals.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText>Details on convention registration and hotel reservations can be found at:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><a href="https://nfbv.org/convention">https://nfbv.org/convention</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoPlainText><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>we look forward to being with you in Tysons Corner.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tracy Soforenko<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President, National Federation of the Blind of Virginia<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>202 285-4595<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="mailto:Tracy.soforenko@gmail.com"><span style='color:#0563C1'>Tracy.soforenko@gmail.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfb.org"><span style='color:#0563C1'>www.nfb.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.nfbv.org"><span style='color:#0563C1'>www.nfbv.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind. Live the Life You Want<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>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.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>