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--></style></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'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>From: Rachel </span><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Schreiman<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Silver Bells Coordinator</span><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><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'>The National Federation of the Blind of Virginia Silver BELLS program Is hosting a Meet & Greet virtual event!<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'>Who: Any Virginian 55 years or older, experiencing vision loss<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'>Why: To learn about a transformative program designed to help you learn independence skills in a safe place, with people experiencing similar challenges.<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'> When: Saturday, January 10, 2026, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.<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'>Where: On Zoom! Just click on this link to register in advance or join. We do request advance registration if possible. <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eqSdoGPAQ1OdnMi9q30LPw">Registration and Join Link</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'> Zoom meeting link if above does not work: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/w/84250822330?tk=mpL09M-WNVF00eLuNkMc9Y6WxXX_PRSwsGOGomCS2Rg.DQkAAAATnb2GuhZxSWw4THV5ZlMyR2FlcUJZR044WGhRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA&pwd=3TPf8MqEnKqH9BoS7QDYbJEwYBIBdX.1">Meeting Link</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>(Zoom meeting ID: 842 5082 2330 passcode:123 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Join by phone with one tap mobile:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>US: <a href="tel:+13092053325,,84250822330">+13092053325,,84250822330#</a> or <a href="tel:+13126266799,,84250822330">+13126266799,,84250822330# </a><u><o:p></o:p></u></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn about our retreats to be held from February 19-22 in Virginia Beach, and March 19-22 in Sterling. <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'>This program facilitated by blind and low-vision staff brings together individuals facing similar challenges in a warm, welcoming and engaging environment to:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc><li class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:6.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Learn independent living, communication, technology, and orientation & mobility skills<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:6.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Build confidence and regain independence<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:6.0pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Create connections and community<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>This opportunity is provided free of charge to Virginia residents thanks to a grant from the Virginia Board for the Blind and Vision Impaired, the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia, and other generous donors.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Please visit our website </span></b><span style='font-size:11.0pt'><a href="http://www.nfbv.org/silverbells">www.nfbv.org/silverbells</a> <b><o:p></o:p></b></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'>Questions or need help registering? Contact Rachel Schreiman, by calling (571) 419-0512 or by email at: <a href="mailto:silverbells@nfbv.org">silverbells@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'><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:14.0pt'>Regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Rachel Schreiman<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Program Coordinator, Silver BELLS program<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>National Federation of the Blind of Virginia<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><a href="mailto:silverbells@nfbv.org"><span style='color:blue'>silverbells@nfbv.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>571-419-0512<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><a href="https://nfbv.org/silverbells"><span style='color:blue'>www.nfbv.org/silverbells</span></a></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>