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<p>Hey there, PA Federationists,</p>
<p>I hope you had a nice holiday weekend!</p>
<p class="v1p1">This week on Federation Focus, I’ve got three meetings to tell you about, including the return of the Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users. I’m also spotlighting two important fundraisers happening right now: the Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s Double Good Popcorn Sale and the Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants Spring Fling Blind Vendor Showcase this Saturday. I also have national convention updates, scholarship and financial assistance reminders, plus a quick look at the newest episode of White Canes Connect featuring Freek van Welsenis from Hable.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Scroll down for all the links!</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Meetings</p>
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<p class="v1p1">Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 7:30 PM<br />Pennsylvania Association of Guide Dog Users<br />Join Zoom Meeting<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91829607843?pwd=qqhauVZm8AbW7cNBPZNaLNPhQXgbEm.1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91829607843?pwd=qqhauVZm8AbW7cNBPZNaLNPhQXgbEm.1</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+16468769923,,91829607843#</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM<br />Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter<br />In-person:<br />City View Diner<br />1831 MacArthur Rd<br />Whitehall, PA 18052</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 10:15 AM<br />Keystone Chapter Meeting<br />In-Person at the Penn Museum<br />3260 South Street<br />Philadelphia, PA 19104<br />Via Zoom<br /><a href="https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91072715893?pwd=MG8zRGlmWmNDblV5VXJpVGFOT2orUT09" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91072715893?pwd=MG8zRGlmWmNDblV5VXJpVGFOT2orUT09</a><br />One tap mobile<br />+16469313860,,91072715893#</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Fundraisers</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase</p>
<p class="v1p3">The Pennsylvania Association of Blind Merchants invites you to join us for the Spring Fling Blind Vendors Showcase on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 4:00 to 10:00 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport. This high-energy evening brings together blind entrepreneurs from across Pennsylvania for a unique combination of fundraising, networking, and showcasing incredible businesses. Your ticket includes a full buffet, a two-hour open bar for adults, and raffle entries—making it a night that’s as fun as it is impactful. Whether you’re coming to support, shop, connect, or explore sponsorship opportunities, everything you need to get involved is in one place: <a href="https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="v1s1">https://www.pablindmerchants.org/fling</span></a></p>
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<p class="v1p3">Greater Philadelphia Chapter Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser</p>
<p class="v1p3">It is ON! The Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser is running now through Thursday, April 9 at noon. During these four days, members will be selling Double Good’s delicious popcorn online, with 50% of every purchase directly supporting the chapter’s programs and activities. Go to <a href="https://popup.doublegood.com/s/qm57o5h1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="v1s1">https://popup.doublegood.com/s/qm57o5h1</span></a> to shop their popcorn store and help fuel our work empowering blind individuals throughout the community.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">National Convention in Austin</p>
<p class="v1p3">This year’s National Convention is in Austin, Texas, from July 3-8. Learn more about the 2026 NFB National Convention at <a href="https://nfb.org/convention" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://nfb.org/convention</a>. Call 800-627-7468 to book your room. The main hotel is the JW Marriott. The spillover hotel is the Austin Marriott Downtown. Use the room block code, BL1, to ensure you receive the convention room rate.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Jernigan Scholarships for National Convention</p>
<p class="v1p3">If you have never been to a National Convention, you can apply for a Jernigan Convention Scholarship by going to <a href="https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.nfbofpa.org/jernigan</a>. Good luck!</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Financial Assistance to Attend National Convention</p>
<p class="v1p3">If you are a member of our affiliate, you can apply for financial assistance for National Convention. Please contact affiliate President Lynn Heitz at <a href="mailto:president@nfbofpa.org" rel="noreferrer">president@nfbofpa.org</a> for an application.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">White Canes Connect</p>
<p class="v1p3">In this episode, we dive into Hable’s newest innovation: Speechlabel, a labeling system that combines a free app with physical tags to let you identify anything using audio or text. From leftovers in your fridge to clothes in your closet, this tool solves everyday challenges that AI alone can’t. We also talk about the Hable One braille keyboard, the company’s mission to keep accessibility affordable, and how a small team is making a global impact.</p>
<p class="v1p3">Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:</p>
<p class="v1p3">Apple Podcasts</p>
<p class="v1p3"><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-%2420-accessibility-hack-every-blind-person-should-know/id1592248709?i=1000759448456" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-%2420-accessibility-hack-every-blind-person-should-know/id1592248709?i=1000759448456</a></p>
<p class="v1p3">Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/055uQmCdvZ5z9HNQTRqcSA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/episode/055uQmCdvZ5z9HNQTRqcSA</a></p>
<p class="v1p3">YouTube<br /><a href="https://youtu.be/MREQW3dcqXQ?si=qaStxAk8G4sA7HsO" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://youtu.be/2vhYP7_uSyU?si=RbpEgiY5UVZGRKNR</a></p>
<p class="v1p3">Website<br /><a href="https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/151/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/151/</a></p>
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<p class="v1p3">White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists</p>
<p class="v1p3">FeedSpot: <a href="https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/</a>.</p>
<p class="v1p3">Million Podcasts: <a href="https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b</a></p>
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<p class="v1p3">NFB-NEWSLINE®</p>
<p class="v1p3">Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE® at <a href="https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline</a>. Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Braille Monitor</p>
<p class="v1p3">The Braille Monitor is the NFB’s flagship publication. Learn more about it at <a href="https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor</a>.</p>
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<p class="v1p3">Independence Market Online</p>
<p class="v1p3">The Independence Market is available online! Explore their product offerings and make a purchase at <a href="https://catalog.nfb.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://catalog.nfb.org/</a>.</p>
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<div id="v1_rc_sig">Have a great week ahead!</div>
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<div>Regards,</div>
<div>David</div>
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