[PACapitalChapter] Reminder about capital chapter meeting this Wednesday the 17th
Veronica Quinn
veronicaquinn87 at gmail.com
Wed Jun 17 00:23:06 UTC 2026
Capital chapter meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at 7:30 PM
Capital Area Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1> [4]
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Questions? Email capital at nfbofpa.org <mailto:capital at nfbofpa.org>
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM
Greater Berks Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09> [5]
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Questions? Email greaterberks at nfbofpa.org <mailto:greaterberks at nfbofpa.org>
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Erie County Chapter Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09> [6]
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+13126266799,,91404388179#
Questions? Email erie at nfbofpa.org <mailto:erie at nfbofpa.org>
Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM
PA Organization of Blind Parents
Join Zoom Meeting
https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09> [7]
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Questions? Email blindparents at nfbofpa.org <mailto:blindparents at nfbofpa.org>
Fundraisers
Keep NFB Advancing with #Give25
Support the future of blindness advocacy through the National Federation of the Blind's Give Twenty-Five campaign. Donate $25 between May 15 and July 7, 2026, for a chance to win $2,000 cash or a trip for two to the 2027 NFB National Convention. Become a Federation Connector by encouraging friends and family to give in your name for additional recognition and giveaway opportunities, including a chance to win a BrailleNote Evolve from HumanWare. Every donation helps fund programs that empower blind people nationwide. Call (410) 659-9314 ext 2430 or go to https://www.nfb.org/give25donate <https://www.nfb.org/give25donate> [8]
AbsentTea
Support the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania without ever leaving your home through the AbsentTea--the most charming event you'll never attend. This unique fundraiser celebrates all the elegance of a traditional tea party without the travel, crowds, or scheduling stress. Your participation helps older adults experiencing vision loss across Pennsylvania gain access to mentoring, resources, independence training, and opportunities to remain active and engaged in their communities. Join the AbsentTea by October 15, 2026, and make a meaningful difference for blind Pennsylvanians while enjoying the easiest event you'll never attend. Give at https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea <https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea> [9] and read more at https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend <https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend> [10]
Coast-to-Coast Movement Challenge
Join the 2026 Coast-to-Coast Movement Challenge--a nationwide effort for NFB chapters and affiliates to raise awareness, deepen connections, and generate support for our mission. Learn more at https://nfb.org/movers <https://nfb.org/movers> [11].
Philadelphia Marathon
For the first time, the NFB is a Silver charity partner of the Philadelphia Marathon, with marathon, half-marathon, and 8K races. Join Team NFB Dreamers and run in support of the NFB. To get involved, contact Rachel Held at rheld at nfb.org <mailto:rheld at nfb.org> or 410-659-9314, ext. 2423.
Dancing in the Dark to be Dancing in the Light
The Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter is holding its annual event at the Northampton Country Club in Easton on October 10, 2026. Contact Jemmie Jones at pidgeon1212 at gmail.com <mailto:pidgeon1212 at gmail.com> for more information.
National Convention Virtually
If you can't be in Austin for the 2026 National Convention, you can still participate! Learn more and register at https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience <https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience> [12].
2026 NFB of PA State Convention Registration is Open
Register now for our annual State Convention in Hershey from November 5 - 8. Register at https://www.nfbofpa.org/register <https://www.nfbofpa.org/register> [13]. Learn more about it at https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention <https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention> [14].
State Convention Hotel Room Block
Secure your stay for the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania State Convention at the Hershey Lodge! Guest rooms are available from November 4-9, 2026, at a special rate of $149 per night (plus taxes and fees). To book online, please copy and paste https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth <https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth> [15] into your browser; enter Group ID: 10524996 and Passcode: NFBLODGE26 (both are case-sensitive). If you prefer to speak with a representative, call 855-729-3108 between 8 AM and 8 PM and mention the National Federation of the Blind room block. Since this is a new booking system, ensure you search for your specific dates to see accurate availability.
White Canes Connect
In this episode of White Canes Connect, David Goldstein welcomes Rich Crawford for a wide-ranging conversation about blindness, independence, work, leadership, and the power of high expectations.
Rich became legally blind at age 10 due to retinitis pigmentosa. Rather than lowering expectations, his parents encouraged him to try things, work hard, and figure out alternative ways to get the job done. That mindset carried him from public school to college, from community action work to a 41-year career in financial services.
Listen on your favorite podcast player or at:
Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/it-takes-foresight-not-eyesight-rich-crawfords-story/id1592248709?i=1000771650731 <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/it-takes-foresight-not-eyesight-rich-crawfords-story/id1592248709?i=1000771650731>
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/30WPeckItdQahRYBymXl7F <https://open.spotify.com/episode/30WPeckItdQahRYBymXl7F>
YouTube
https://youtu.be/TvfVzLKp5Ak?si=mQ3dbk1bAOEFl4yb <https://youtu.be/TvfVzLKp5Ak?si=mQ3dbk1bAOEFl4yb>
Website
https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/154/ <https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/154/>
White Canes Connect is on Two Best Visually Impaired Podcast Lists
FeedSpot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/ <https://podcast.feedspot.com/visually_impaired_podcasts/>.
Million Podcasts: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b <https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b> [16]
NFB-NEWSLINE(R)
Learn more about NFB-NEWSLINE(R) at https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline <https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline> [17]. Want to subscribe? Call (866)504-7300.
Braille Monitor
The Braille Monitor is the NFB's flagship publication. Learn more about it at https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor> [18].
Independence Market Online
The Independence Market is available online! Explore their product offerings and make a purchase at https://catalog.nfb.org/ <https://catalog.nfb.org/> [19].
Have a great week ahead, and Happy Father's Day to all the dads!
Regards,
David
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David B. Goldstein
david at iCantCU.com <mailto:david at iCantCU.com>
(610) 715-5020 mobile
www.iCantCU.com <http://www.icantcu.com/> [20]
iCantCU Podcast
Apple Podcasts [21] | Spotify [22] | Watch on YouTube [23]
Support The Podcast When You Shop
Amazon [24]
Connect with me:
Twitter [25] | Instagram [26] | LinkedIn [27] | Facebook [28]
My Other Show: White Canes Connect
Apple Podcasts [29] | Spotify [30] | YouTube [31]
Links:
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[1] https://youtu.be/NcyljRdG_1k <https://youtu.be/NcyljRdG_1k>
[2] https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91010106648?pwd=cTNTUlBZTSt6VGxIb0hyVUcxN3pLQT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91010106648?pwd=cTNTUlBZTSt6VGxIb0hyVUcxN3pLQT09>
[3] https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944 <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4503152944>
[4] https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92858011027?pwd=DjMpP2nTRjmjjA6FhEFKdFJiKVCkYt.1>
[5] https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/95253890689?pwd=RjVoSjZabnNaNXh5SlZoWUtVRnlOUT09>
[6] https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/91404388179?pwd=RUJHeDA1V0FQWVpqR1BRNnBleE9pQT09>
[7] https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09 <https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09>
[8] https://www.nfb.org/give25donate <https://www.nfb.org/give25donate>
[9] https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea <https://www.nfbofpa.org/absenttea>
[10] https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend <https://nfbofpa.org/blog/most-charming-event-youll-never-attend>
[11] https://nfb.org/movers <https://nfb.org/movers>
[12] https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience <https://nfb.org/get-involved/national-convention/national-convention-virtual-experience>
[13] https://www.nfbofpa.org/register <https://www.nfbofpa.org/register>
[14] https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention <https://www.nfbofpa.org/state-convention>
[15] https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth <https://book.rguest.com/wbe/group/1294/Hersheylodge/auth>
[16] https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b <https://www.millionpodcasts.com/visually-impaired-podcasts/?utm_source=smtp&utm_medium=F1_email&utm_content=template_b>
[17] https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline <https://nfbofpa.org/nfb-newsline>
[18] https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor <https://nfb.org/resources/publications-and-media/braille-monitor>
[19] https://catalog.nfb.org/ <https://catalog.nfb.org/>
[20] http://www.iCantCU.com <http://www.icantcu.com/>
[21] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370 <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/icantcu-podcast/id1445801370>
[22] https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2 <https://open.spotify.com/show/3nck2D5HgD9ckSaUQaWwW2>
[23] https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/ <https://www.youtube.com/@icantcu/>
[24] https://www.icantcu.com/amazon <https://www.icantcu.com/amazon>
[25] https://twitter.com/davidbenj <https://twitter.com/davidbenj>
[26] https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/ <https://www.instagram.com/davidbenj/>
[27] https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj <https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbenj>
[28] https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj <https://www.facebook.com/davidbenj>
[29] https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709 <https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-canes-connect/id1592248709>
[30] https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI <https://open.spotify.com/show/1YDQSJqpoteGb1UMPwRSuI>
[31] https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast <https://www.youtube.com/@pablindpodcast>
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