[NFBWV-Talk] Fwd: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events

Wed Jun 17 19:22:46 UTC 2020

Sheri Koch, President
National Federation of the Blind of West Virginia
304-993-5103

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> From: "National Federation of the Blind" <webmaster at nfb.org>
> Date: June 17, 2020 at 3:18:34 PM EDT
> To: Sheri Koch <slk8332015 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
> Reply-To: "National Federation of the Blind" <webmaster at nfb.org>
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> Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings
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> The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect and protect blind people through our nationwide network. The following virtual gatherings are open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below. This list can be found at nfb.org/COVID19, and virtual events will also be posted throughout the week to the NFB-Announce listserv.
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> Monday, June 22
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour
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> Join this time for learning and doing yoga exercises, breathing techniques, and meditations. It will be a time for everyone to let go of their stress and frustration. The immune system is proven to work more optimally under little to no stress.
> For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues
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> Discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of your blind children, and more. Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal advice.
> For questions, please contact Emily: vp2 at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable
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> Discuss your favorite books, what you are currently reading, and books that others recommend. Marsha will also try to have blind authors as special guests each week.
> For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk
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> Explore all that your smart phone can do for you. Questions can include, but are not limited to, using the Zoom app, sending text messages, downloading content, and anything else you can think of. You can email questions ahead of time to rkcole72984 at gmail.com. This meeting will also be recorded and made available for those who are interested. Closed captioning not available.
> Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
> Password: 009343
> One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#
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> Tuesday, June 23
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions: Here’s the Proof
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> Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story "Here's the Proof" by James Gashel. “Here’s the Proof” Audio version also available.
> For questions, please contact Justin: PRESIDENT at alumni.ecu.edu
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 6:15 p.m. EDT | Trivia Night
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> Join us for a fun game of Jeopardy!, where you can be a contestant.
> For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 7:00 p.m. EDT | Food Service Apps
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> To learn about food services and deliveries. From Instacart and HelloFresh to Grubhub and DoorDash it’s all there and only an app away.
> Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
> One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#
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> Wednesday, June 24:
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> 10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors
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> Discuss the effects that social distancing is having on each of us during this coronavirus.
> For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors
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> We will be doing brief workouts and stretching exercises to boost our immune systems and health.
> For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation
> 
> Discuss legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws affecting the education of your blind children, and more. Please note that this event is informative and does not represent any form of legal advice.
> For questions, please contact Emily: vp2 at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers
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> Discuss creative action plans to break through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on your progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Closed captioning not available.
> For questions, email Rachel Grider: rachel.grider at gmail.com
> Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
> Password: 071615
> One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker
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> Share your experiences with the Amazon Echo. Do you have a favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with others? Get the news, schedule a ride, or control your home.
> For questions, please contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Voice Over, Oh My!
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> Learn how to navigate iOS devices using VoiceOver. We will explore helpful built-in features and apps.
> For questions, please contact Marsha Drenth: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
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> Host Lynn Heitz will be interviewing her special guest, Carlton Walker.
> For questions, please contact Lynn: president at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 9:00 p.m. EDT | The Cochlear Implant, How it Improves Your Life and How to Get One
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> Dennis Miller will have a presentation where he talks about what it was like before he got his cochlear implant, what it is like now, the process of getting Medicare to pay for it, the surgery, the resources available before and after someone gets a cochlear implant, and dispelling some of the myths about them. No closed captioning. For questions, please contact Daniel Garcia: dangarcia3 at hotmail.com
> Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#
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> Thursday, June 25
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> 5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions
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> Join us as we read and discuss the Kernel Book story "Out of the Mouths of Babes" by Angela Wolf. " Out of the Mouths of Babes" audio version also available.
> For questions, please contact Justin: PRESIDENT at alumni.ecu.edu
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
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> Learn more about the most helpful iOS apps.
> For questions, please contact Marsha: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> Friday, June 26
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> 1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors
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> Boost the immune system and take care of our mental and emotional health with brief workouts and stretching exercises.
> For questions, contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> 3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids’ Story Hour
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> Join this call of reading favorite stories for kids in Braille.
> For questions, contact Joseph Drenth: vp at nfbp.org
> Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
> One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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> Saturday, June 27
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> 7:00 p.m. EDT | Ladies Social Night
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> Settle in your favorite spot and get ready to laugh, share stories, and have fun! Share what is on your mind.
> Zoom Meeting ID: 829 725 6345
> One tap mobile: +13017158592,,8297256345#
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> Join a Zoom Meeting
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> To join a Zoom meeting via web or phone, click on the following Zoom link, dial the appropriate phone number, or hit one-tap mobile, and add the corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you are joining.
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> https://zoom.us/j
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> Dial by Your Location
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> Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab3E5IUcW
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> Share and Support
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> Share upcoming Federation virtual meetings to communicationsteam at nfb.org and nfb-announce at nfbnet.org.
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> If you know of a blind person who is facing adversity because of COVID-19 please email nfb at nfb.org.
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> Help support our COVID-19 response efforts with a donation today. Your gifts continue to work during this time of uncertainty. Thank you for your support.
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