[Ohio-talk] Akron Gathering

[Dave Bertsch]

A lot of important things going on today, but thanks Ali, for your encouraging words of support, and of course Suzanne and Richard as well. We had a good time Saturday, but with their help, also succeeded I believe, in keeping our collective focus on our NFB mission and values all shared throughout the hours we were together. Thanks again Ali, looking forward to serving with you on the committee this coming year.
Dave

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From: Ohio-Talk [mailto:ohio-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Richard Payne via Ohio-Talk
Sent: Monday, December 17, 2018 11:10 AM
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Dave, we would like to thank you and the chapter for having us and this
party was more than that so let's keep finding ways to motivate our new
family. I have attended more events than my mind will allow me to recall.
This one was full of energy and lots of love.  You had a room full of new
federation members and several people who want to join. Your chapter is
running for the chapter award let's see you do that. I look forward too many
years of growth and federation building.

Richard Payne,  President
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
937-396-5573or 937/829/3368
Rchpay7 at gmail.com
The National Federation of the Blind knows 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. You can live the life you want;
blindness is not what holds you back

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Sent: Monday, December 17, 2018 9:43 AM
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Cc: Dave Bertsch <dwbertsch at hotmail.com>
Subject: [Ohio-talk] Akron Gathering


On Saturday we had a terrific first chapter holiday party. We sang a couple
songs and enjoyed a meal, joined by our chapter's great friend Cleveland
President Suzanne Turner, who spoke about conventions and growing
membership. Our other special guest was State President Richard Payne, who
shared his story and undeniable passion for the NFB. All our members left
informed and inspired. We also collected enough scarves and hats and gloves,
to fill a huge bag we will take to a local shelter, and our 50-50 generated
about $150 for the chapter. I was thrilled by our new chapter's showing in
Strongsville, and am equally so at hearing some of our members speak of
wanting to visit other chapters, of going to Washington next month as Andra
Stover is, and of Vegas in July for the National Convention. Thanks again
Richard and Suzanne, and our members and friends who joined us on Saturday.
I've attached 3 pictures from the event. We'll be seeing you soon Ohio, and
we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!

Dave Bertsch
National Federation of the Blind of Ohio Greater Akron Chapter








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