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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72" style='word-wrap:break-word'><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Hey NFB Family and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please tell your friends and networks about these exciting events. Join in as well. We are STRONGER TOGETHER!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Do you need a tip or trick to complete a task? Do you want to talk with other blind and low vision people? Are you looking for a safe and non judgmental place to share your thoughts and feelings? Do you have information to share which would be helpful for other blind members? If you answered yes to any of these questions, our Journey through blindness call is for YOU!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join our knowledgeable facilitators and your NFB Family on Monday, August 11<sup>th</sup>, from 7 to 8:30 PM, on our Affiliate Zoom. We look forward to seeing you and sharing with you!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join NFB Fairfax on August 16: Advocacy Training & Meet the Blind Month Planning!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Body:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Dear NFB Fairfax Members and Friends,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>You're invited to our August Chapter Meeting \u2014 a perfect blend of learning, planning, and summertime connection!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>\U0001f4cd</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <b>Where:</b> Glory Days Grill, 3059 Nutley St, Fairfax, VA (New location)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif'>\U0001f5d3</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> <b>When:</b> Saturday, August 16, 12:00 PM \u2013 2:00 PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Here's what we have in store:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Mini Advocacy Training</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>: Learn how to build strong relationships with your senators and delegates and ask powerful questions that get real answers.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>October Planning Session</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>: Help us brainstorm activities for Meet the Blind Month!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We\u2019ll keep it brief \u2014 just 30 minutes of training and planning \u2014 then shift gears into conversation, connection, and a good time over lunch.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Let\u2019s keep growing, learning, and having fun \u2014 together.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Warm regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The National Federation of the Blind of Fairfax</span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>GREATER ALEXANDRIA CHAPTER \u201cNIGHT AT THE IMPROV\u201d<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Our August Greater Alexandria Chapter meeting will be jam-packed with information, updates, and potential visits from key people in business and politics! Then\u2026it turns into a \u201cNight at the Improv\u201d! Our team of \u201cGAC Improvers\u201d will lead you through a hilarious night of spontaneous fun and humor through Improv! The great part is that the audience will be KEY to creating this outrageously laughable night of silly comic relief! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>YOU are invited to come and be part of the FUNNEST (Yes! That\u2019s a word\u2026maybe!), NIGHT AT THE IMPROV hosted by the Greater Alexandria Chapter! <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Here are three reasons why you should plan to be there:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=1><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Share a night of important information and then hilarious comedy with your NFBV family!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Lighten your spirit with laughter, leaving your tension and stress behind, if only for a little while!<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Become a part of the comedy scene by playing along, all while sipping on your favorite cocktail, munching on your favorite snack\u2026in your jammies!<o:p></o:p></span></li></ol><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>We will hold this event on Thursday, August 28<sup>th</sup>, 7 thru 9 PM, on our Affiliate\u2019s Zoom.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Here\u2019s how to join our Affiliate Zoom\u2026<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="https://zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=SFAyamlQNU44ZTJ6dUZNMTV4RmhCQT09">https://zoom.us/j/8297256345?pwd=SFAyamlQNU44ZTJ6dUZNMTV4RmhCQT09</a></span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'> </span><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>Meeting ID: 829 725 6345 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>If needed the passcode is 20201940 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span lang=EN style='font-size:11.0pt'>One tap mobile +13017158592,,8297256345# US (Washington DC)</span><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Peace,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Jacki Bruce<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Corresponding Secretary NFBV<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com">mailto:jackibruce6@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="tel:(757)291-1789">tel:(757)291-1789</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Membership Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="mailto:membership@nfbv.org">mailto:membership@nfbv.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Find us on Facebook @NationalFederationoftheBlindofVirginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Find us on Instragram @nfbofvirginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Subscribe to our Youtube: NFB Virginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="http://www.nfbv.org/">www.nfbv.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>STRONGER TOGETHER!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>