<div>Hello all,</div><div dir="auto">We sincerely apologize for anyone who experienced challenges trying to complete their registration order today. We are reaching out to let you know that the issue has been fixed, and that you may now proceed with reserving your convention registration! We can\u2019t wait to see you all there!<br clear="all"><br clear="all"><div dir="auto"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><span style="color:rgb(32,33,36)">Teisha Gillespie (She/Her/Hers)</span><div><br><div>Communications Chair, NFB of Virginia</div><div>Marketing Chair, U.S. Blind Tennis Association<br><div><div>Host of the Not Your Average GOAT Podcast | The show that celebrates all the shapes, sizes and colors of diversity as well as adversity | <span style="color:rgb(32,33,36)">Listen and subscribe on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6v0eJPeJd1pTMitq7Mj46Q" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-average-goat/id1622832417" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a></span></div><div>Connect with me on <a href="http://linkedin.com/in/teishacollins" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></div><br></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><br></div><div><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Teisha Gillespie</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:teisha.collins@gmail.com">teisha.collins@gmail.com</a>></span><br>Date: Wed, Sep 3, 2025 at 8:00\u202fAM<br>Subject: \U0001f6a8 Convention Registration Now Open! 8 Reasons to Join Us in Virginia Beach<br>To: NFBV Announce <<a href="mailto:nfbv-announce@nfbnet.org">nfbv-announce@nfbnet.org</a>><br></div><br><br><div dir="ltr"><div><p><strong>Registration for the NFB of Virginia\u2019s <a href="http://nfbv.org/convention" target="_blank">2025 State Convention</a> is now open!</strong><br>
Lock in your special rates by <strong>October 7</strong> and secure your spot at Virginia\u2019s biggest weekend of connection, learning, and fun. <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiQxuyav3ANqyyynmmqZQ5bFOeoK_nLv8NeCTa4AfwgJLO_Q/viewform" target="_blank">Lock in your special rate now!</a> (RISE students and scholarship candidates, please email RISE@NFBV.org to register.)</p>
<p>\U0001f4c5 <strong>October 30 \u2013 November 2, 2025</strong><br>
\U0001f4cd <strong>Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel</strong></p>
<p><strong>Why should you be there?</strong><br>
Because this year\u2019s program is overflowing with opportunities to learn, laugh, and belong. Here\u2019s just a taste:</p>
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<p>\u26bd <strong>Blind Soccer Nation</strong> \u2013 Play side-by-side with Paralympian Antoine Craig in a soccer clinic designed for all ages.</p>
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<p>\U0001f510 <strong>Gun Safety Simulation</strong> \u2013 Gain practical skills and confidence in a safe, hands-on environment.</p>
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<p>\U0001f483 <strong>Swing Dance Workshop</strong> \u2013 Step into connection with West Coast Swing, learning through movement and touch.</p>
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<p>\U0001f336\ufe0f Hot Bites, Cool Nights<strong> Dinner Show</strong> \u2013 Comedy, dance, poetry, and \u201cHot Ones\u201d-style interviews. Delicious for you\u2014spicy for the panelists!</p>
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<p>\U0001f6cd\ufe0f <strong>Bustling Exhibit Hall</strong> \u2013 Explore the latest in blindness and low vision technology, plus everyday tools and resources.</p>
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<p>\U0001f426 <strong>Birding Without Vision</strong> \u2013 A guided beachside birdwatching walk to experience nature in new ways.</p>
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<p>\U0001f383 <strong>Family Trick-or-Treat Night</strong> \u2013 A safe, fun Halloween celebration for kids and parents alike.</p>
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<p>\U0001f91d <strong>Boundless Networking</strong> \u2013 Build friendships and professional connections with hundreds of peers.</p>
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<p>\U0001f4b2 <strong>Hotel Cost:</strong> $109 per night plus tax (single/double occupancy)<br>
\U0001f449 <strong>Reserve your room by October 7</strong>: Call <strong>757-428-4752. If you are a RISE student or scholarship candidate, please go through Joe Orozco to reserve your hotel room and convention registration. Email RISE@NFBV.org.</strong><br>
\U0001f449 <strong><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiQxuyav3ANqyyynmmqZQ5bFOeoK_nLv8NeCTa4AfwgJLO_Q/viewform" target="_blank">Register for convention activities</a> by October 7</strong> for discounted rates</p>
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<p><strong>Registration is open\u2014don\u2019t wait!</strong><br>
Lock in your early-bird savings, guarantee your spot, and join us for an unforgettable oceanfront weekend.</p>
<p>Warmly,</p><p>
The NFB of Virginia Family</p></div><input name="virtru-metadata" type="hidden" value="{"email-policy":{"disableCopyPaste":false,"disablePrint":false,"disableForwarding":false,"enableNoauth":false,"expandedWatermarking":false,"expires":false,"sms":false,"expirationNum":1,"expirationUnit":"days","expirationDate":"2025-09-04T11:24:49.011Z","isManaged":false,"persistentProtection":false},"attachments":{},"compose-id":"7","compose-window":{"secure":false}}"></div>
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