[PABS] updated!- Join Us for the 2024 State Convention of the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania!

[Stacie Leap]

Hello everybody!

Please read the below Convention Bulletin for updates on our state
convention! If you have any questions, please direct them to our Convention
Chair Emily Gindlesperger at vp2 at nfbp.org


*National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania * *2024 State Convention
Bulletin*



We are thrilled to invite you to the 2024 State Convention
<https://nfbofpa.org/2024-state-convention/> of the National Federation of
the Blind of Pennsylvania, taking place from Thursday, November 7th to
Sunday, November 10th, 2024. This year’s event will be hosted at the
Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center in beautiful Erie, Pennsylvania,
promising an exciting and enriching experience for all attendees.



Join us for a weekend filled with inspiring sessions, engaging workshops,
and invaluable networking opportunities. Whether you’re looking to connect
with fellow blind individuals, gain insights into advocacy, or simply enjoy
the vibrant community we’ve built, this convention is the perfect occasion.



mark your calendars and get ready for an event that celebrates our
achievements and charts our path forward.


*Convention Information *

*Date:* Thursday, November 7, 2024 - Sunday, November 10, 2024

*Location:* Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center in Erie, Pennsylvania

*Registration Fee:* $25 until October 15, 2024 and then $35 afterwards

You can register for our state convention on our Registration
<https://nfbofpa.org/2024-state-convention-registration/> page.


*Meal Options*

There are a variety of meal options during our state convention, including
boxed lunches, pasta bar and taco bar. Please visit the Meal Options
<https://nfbofpa.org/2024-state-convention-meal-options/> page to see what
we have and find out the prices.   The deadline to order your meals is
Tuesday, October 15, 2024.


*Lodging Information *

This year, you can choose between two hotels. Both are connected to the
Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center.



1. Hilton Garden Inn Erie

Room Rate:  $109.00 a night plus tax



2. Marriott Courtyard Erie

Room Rate:  $109.00 a night plus tax



For more hotel information, please visit our 2024 state convention
<https://nfbofpa.org/2024-state-convention/> page.




National Rep: Tracy Soforenko

We are so delighted to have Tracy Soforenko as our national rep this year!
Tracy serves in many roles within the NFB including the President of the
NFB of Virginia, Board Director of the NFB and the Chair of the Kenneth
Jernigan Scholarship Fund! Please make sure you connect with him at the
state convention and say “Hello!”! His bio can be read at the NFB website:

https://nfb.org/about-us/leadership/board-directors/tracy-soforenko


*Bus Shuttle *

We have a shuttle bus picking up people from various cities in
Pennsylvania. Round trip tickets are $120 regardless of age. The bus will
head to Erie, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 and return home
on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Please connect with your Chapter President to
sign up and secure your seat! We have a few seats left so hurry up and get
yours before it is sold out!!!


*Volunteers Needed *

If you have a spirit of service, we invite you to volunteer some of your
time at the convention. We are looking for people to fill various roles
including ambassadors, runners, tech support, as well as assisting with the
registration, door prizes, and fundraising efforts. Please sign up on
our Volunteer
Form
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc42sLgQcDmUpT0VsxnZL4X_YC03NXFzlpNyfpVj_Mr_M_TtA/viewform>
and someone will get back to you!


*Become an Exhibitor! *

We are excited to see you at our convention and learn more about your
products and services! To register for the Exhibit Hall during our 2024
State Convention, please visit our Exhibit Hall Registration page
<https://nfbofpa.org/2024-exhibit-hall-registration/> to view our exhibit
hall prices, hours, and complete the form.


*Support us and Sponsor! *

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2024 NFB of PA State
Convention. All sponsors will be recognized in our Convention Agenda, which
is distributed to all attendees. We will also announce your support
throughout our events and on social media. Please visit our Sponsorship page
<https://nfbofpa.org/sponsorship/> for more information and to sign up! If
you have any questions or would rather be invoiced for your sponsorship,
please email Emily Gindlesperger at vp2 at nfbp.org

These opportunities will end *October 15, 2024*. Once your sponsorship is
received, we will contact you directly regarding your level of benefits.


*Senior Possibilities Fair 2024*

Join us for the Possibilities Fair on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 8:30
AM to 12:00 PM at the Ambassador Banquet & Conference Center in Erie, PA.
This event is for seniors experiencing vision loss, their families, and
professionals. This is a separate event from our normal convention
activities and has a separate registration fee of $20.

*There is a morning Continental Breakfast Included!  Please visit our **Senior
Possibilities Fair* <https://nfbofpa.org/senior-possibilities-fair/>* page
for more information and to register. *


Door Prizes and Baskets Needed!

We are asking individuals, chapters, and divisions to donate door prizes
and baskets to our convention! With a wealth of knowledge throughout the
convention, we also wish to offer door prizes throughout the event. Door
prizes can be monetary donations, gift cards, t-shirts, baked goods,
Braille games/toys, and anything you wish! Please make sure to contact
Convention Chair, Emily Gindlesperger, so she is aware you are bringing
them!

In addition to door prizes, we are asking for donations of themed baskets
for our Bingo & Auction Night. Some theme ideas can include but are not
limited to these options: Spa, Game Night, Movie Date, Fun in the Sun,
Winter Wonderland, Gardening Club, Breakfast in Bed, Prom Night, etc. If
you have any questions, please contact Convention Chair Emily
Gindlesperger. We also need a detailed description of the items by
Thursday, October 31, 2024 so we can make print/Braille cards to be placed
near the baskets!


*Questions? *

If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to our Convention
Chair Emily Gindlesperger at vp2 at nfbp.org



We look forward to seeing you in Erie!



Warm regards,

National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania

www.NFBOfPA.org



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.
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