[Nfbwv-talk] National Convention Information

[Smyth, Charlene R]

Read the information below to learn more about national convention preregistration, the hotel, and an abbreviated schedule:


National Federation of the Blind

National Convention 2017





When:



Monday, July 10-Saturday, July 15, 2017





Where:



Rosen Shingle Creek Resort

9939 Universal Boulevard

Orlando, Florida 32819-9357





Preregistration:



Preregistration is now open. When purchased online by May 31st, the preregistration fee for convention is $25 ($30 on-site) and the cost of a banquet ticket is $60 ($65 on-site).



Go to



Nfb.org



To preregister online now.





Hotel Information and Room Rates:



The 2017 room rates are singles and doubles, $83; and triples and quads, $89. In addition to the room rates there will be a tax, which at present is 12.5 percent. No charge will be made for children under seventeen in the room with parents as long as no extra bed is requested. Please note that the hotel is a no-smoking facility.



For 2017 convention room reservations you can call the hotel at (866) 996-6338 after January 1. You may also write directly to the Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32819-9357. The hotel will want a deposit of $95 for each room and will want a credit card number or a personal check.  If you use a credit card, the deposit will be charged against your card immediately, just as would be the case with a $95 check.  If a reservation is cancelled before Thursday, June 1, 2017, half of the deposit will be returned. Otherwise, refunds will not be made.



All Rosen Shingle Creek guestrooms feature amenities that include plush Creek Sleeper beds, 40″ flat screen TVs, complimentary high-speed internet capabilities, in-room safes, coffee makers, mini-fridges, and hair dryers. Guests can enjoy four outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa, and fifteen dining/lounging options from fine-dining and elaborate buffets to casual dining both indoors and poolside.





Schedule:



Monday, July 10:  Seminar Day

Tuesday, July 11:  Registration Day, Meetings of Divisions and Committees

Wednesday, July 12:  Board Meeting, Meetings of Divisions and Committees

Thursday, July 13:  Opening Session

Friday, July 14:  Business Session

Saturday, July 15:  Banquet Day and Adjournment





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