[NHLakesChapter] DRAFT Convention Agenda

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-------- Original message --------From: Deanna O'Brien via NHLakesChapter <nhlakeschapter at nfbnet.org> Date: 5/19/26  5:34 PM  (GMT-05:00) To: NFB of New Hampshire Lakes Region Chapter List <nhlakeschapter at nfbnet.org> Cc: Deanna O'Brien <djobrien2004 at msn.com> Subject: [NHLakesChapter] DRAFT Convention Agenda 

You Are Cordially Invited to Attend

The 70th Annual Convention of the

National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire

“The Road Less Travelled”

 

The National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire will hold its seventieth annual convention in Concord, NH, on Saturday May 30, 2026. Please join us as we come together as blind Granite Staters and work together to make a positive difference in the lives
 of blind people across New Hampshire.

 

The NFB of NH brings blind people together to empower and learn from one another and to celebrate our achievements as we work together. The NFB of NH is an organization of blind and low vision Granite Staters who believe that blind people can live the lives
 we want.

 

This year, our in-person convention will take place at the Grappone Conference Center – at 70 Constitution Avenue in Concord NH.

 

A Continental Breakfast will be available to attendees who have paid registration.

 

The convention will get underway at 9:00 AM EDT and conclude at 5:00 PM EDT.

 

CONVENTION NOTES

 

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND PLEDGE

I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity and security for the blind; to support the programs and policies of the Federation and to abide by its constitution.

 

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND ONE MINUTE MESSAGE

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because
 low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.

 

FRAGRANCE FREE POLICY

The National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire’s goal is to be sensitive to members with perfume and chemical sensitivities who, as a result, may suffer potentially serious health consequences. In order to address this concern, members and participants
 at conventions and other meetings should refrain from wearing scented products, including, but not limited to, perfumes, colognes, aftershave lotions, or similar products. We want to ensure full participation in all of our state-wide activities.

 

INTEGRITY AND RESPECT

The National Federation of the Blind of New Hampshire holds its members to the standards outlined in the National Federation of the Blind Code of Conduct. To allow all attendees the opportunity to benefit from the convention, we are committed to providing a
 welcoming environment for everyone. We thank you for your help in cultivating an environment where our diverse participants enjoy mutual respect. Thank you for doing your part to maintain the high expectations of our organization.

 

Board of Directors
President: Deanna O’Brien
1st Vice President: Richard Chabot
2nd Vice President: Randi Wilson
Secretary: Carolyn Corrigan
Treasurer: Fred Fournier
Board Members:
Deb Moore
Sheryl Dutton
Kelly Snyder

Dennis O’Brien



Registration
Only registered attendees are eligible for the continental breakfast, door prizes, raffles and games.
It will not be possible to purchase the box lunch on the day of the convention.
There will be a registration table at the convention.

Voting
During the convention there will be a need to have voting. For the voting process, we will be asking for a voice vote from our members. Only dues paying members are eligible to vote. If we are not able to obtain adequate results, we will be taking a roll call
 vote.



Convention Agenda (all times in Eastern Daylight Time)

8:30 – 9:30 AM Continental Breakfast

9:00 – 9:30 AM Convention Call to Order - President Deanna O'Brien

            Music: “Road Less Travelled” by Lauren Alaina

            Poem: “Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost – Dennis O’Brien

            Pledge of Allegiance – Suzie Hoight

            NFB Pledge – David Brownell

            NFB Belief Statement – Melissa Abbott

            Invocation - Richard Chabot

            Welcome by President – Deanna O’Brien

Legislative Letters - letters from members of Congress and other government leaders. These letters will be presented by affiliate members.

9:30 – 10:15 AM Marilyn Green - National Representative

National Report

Marilyn is the President of the Illinois affiliate and a member of the National Board

10:15 – 11:00 AM Treats Maple Farm

11:00 – 11:15 AM - Break

11:15 – 11:30 AM Randi Wilson – 2nd Vice President

            Kenneth Jernigan Leader and Service Program

11:30 – 11:45 AM Juliette Harvey-Bolia - Democracy Live

            Omniballot Voting Machine

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Joan Nelson

            What’s New in the National Library Service

12:15 – 12:30 PM Scott Joffre

            Demonstrate Phone App

12:30 – 2:00 PM - Lunch

2:00 – 2:30 PM Marilyn Green – National Representative

            Banquet Speech

2:30 – 3:00 PM Stephanie Hurd – Future In Sight           

3:00 – 3:30 PM Sheryl Dutton – Board Member

            Work Experiences

3:30 – 4:00 Stephen Poirier, Scott Joffre – Sideways Innovations

Demonstration of New Products

4:00 – 4:30 PM Affiliate Business

            President’s Report – Deanna O’Brien

            Treasurer’s Report – Fred Fournier

            Nominating Committee Report – Deb Moore

            Elections

4:30 – 5:00 PM Conclusion and Raffle

5:00 PM Adjourn





Thank you,




Deanna O’Brien, President

NFB of New Hampshire 

djobrien2004 at msn.com 

(603) 864-8847 

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