[Perform-talk] National Performing Arts agenda 2014

Mon May 26 20:53:37 UTC 2014

If you will scroll down to the bottom of this email thread it you will find all the information about the weeks events. Perhaps you will recall that me sending the email was what sparked this conversation thread to begin with. 
Regards,

Jordy D Stringer
Pres., performing arts division, national Federation of the blind 
Sent from my iPhone

> On May 26, 2014, at 4:25 PM, josh lester via Perform-talk <perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> It's a competition now?
> Wow!
> What's the prize?
> Thanks, Joshua
> 
>> On 5/26/14, Jordy Stringer via Perform-talk <perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> If this is something that you and others are interested in making happen, I
>> would be the person you need to coordinate with. As this year it is an
>> actual competition, having it recorded and streamed would be excellent. So,
>> as I am the coordinator for the performing arts activities, I would be the
>> one that any of that needs to go through. With regard to David's question,
>> if one chooses to perform, the price will be $10. Anyone wishing to enjoy
>> the show as a member of the audience, the cost is still only five dollars. I
>> hope that is more clear for you.
>> Regards,
>> 
>> 
>> Jordy D Stringer
>> Pres., performing arts division, national Federation of the blind
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On May 26, 2014, at 12:36 AM, josh lester via Perform-talk
>>> <perform-talk at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Talk to Peter Donahue!
>>> Blessings, Joshua
>>> 
>>>> On 5/25/14, David Dunphy via Perform-talk <perform-talk at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>> A note to those who can't make the convention...
>>>> I am working to try to get the talent show streamed live this year as
>>>> well as recorded. I'm the soul cordinator of this at the moment, so any
>>>> questions, get in touch, thanks.
>>>>> On 5/25/2014 7:44 PM, Jordy Stringer via Perform-talk wrote:
>>>>> Greetings on behalf of the performing arts division, we hope this
>>>>> message
>>>>> finds you well.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Below you will find this year's National PAD agenda. If you have any
>>>>> questions please don't hesitate to contact me.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Jordy Stringer.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> National federation of the blind Performing Arts division Convention
>>>>> agenda
>>>>> 2014
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Contact information:
>>>>> 
>>>>> Performing Arts Division, National Federation of the Blind
>>>>> 
>>>>> 8253 Har court RD, Indianapolis IN, 46260
>>>>> 
>>>>> Jordy D. Stringer. President
>>>>> 
>>>>> E-Mail: Jordystringer83 at gmail.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> Phone: 317-643-1890
>>>>> 
>>>>> Beth Allred, Vice President
>>>>> 
>>>>> E-mail: beth.allred at gmail.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> Phone: 317-643-1890
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Location:
>>>>> 
>>>>> The 2014 convention of the National Federation of the Blind will take
>>>>> place
>>>>> in Orlando, Florida, July 1-6, at the Rosen Centre Hotel at 9840
>>>>> International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. The hotel is now accepting
>>>>> reservations. Call (800) 204-7234 to make a reservation. The 2014 room
>>>>> rates
>>>>> are singles, doubles, and twins, $82; and triples and quads, $88. In
>>>>> addition to the room rates there will be a tax, which at present is
>>>>> 13.5
>>>>> percent.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> The Performing Arts Division, a strong and proud division of the
>>>>> National
>>>>> Federation of the Blind, has planned many exciting activities for this
>>>>> year's national convention!  Please join us!
>>>>> 
>>>>> These exciting events begin on the evening of Wednesday, July second;
>>>>> the
>>>>> Performing Arts Division will present "Owning the stage." 7:00 9:00p.
>>>>> Room
>>>>> (TBA) Cost $5
>>>>> 
>>>>> Julie McGinnity, Rob Jones and Denis Sumlin will offer discussion, Tips
>>>>> and
>>>>> tricks that will transform the way you think and give you the
>>>>> confidence
>>>>> to
>>>>> help you own your peace of the stage.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Thursday July 3, General membership meeting. Are you new to the
>>>>> Performing
>>>>> Arts Division and have questions about who we are?  Do you have
>>>>> questions
>>>>> about the new song contest or suggestions for additional future plans
>>>>> or
>>>>> activities for us?   Would you like to learn more about the 14-year
>>>>> history
>>>>> of the Division?  Do you want to develop a performing arts division in
>>>>> your
>>>>> state? This year our annual meeting will be the time for you to voice
>>>>> your
>>>>> ideas and engage with us.  The meeting will take place on Thursday July
>>>>> third.  Let's begin planning for the future!  Room: TBA Time: 1:00 PM
>>>>> 4:00
>>>>> PM.
>>>>> 
>>>>> This year is also an election year. All positions/seats are up for
>>>>> election.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Current officers and board members:
>>>>> 
>>>>> President, Jordy D. Stringer
>>>>> 
>>>>> Vice President, Beth Allred
>>>>> 
>>>>> Secretary, Julie McGinnity
>>>>> 
>>>>> Treasurer, Keisha Holmes
>>>>> 
>>>>> Board Members, Kevin Reeves, Mindy Jacobson, Denis sumlin, Anthony
>>>>> Evans,
>>>>> And Devin Akins.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Join us for a night of great performances at the Show Case of Talent!
>>>>> This
>>>>> year the annual talent show will take place on Saturday July 5th.
>>>>> Admission
>>>>> is $5.  This year we have added the exciting opportunity for two acts
>>>>> to
>>>>> win
>>>>> cash prizes. The cost to perform in this year's show is $10.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Whether you perform in the show or support your friends from the
>>>>> audience,
>>>>> it will be an enjoyable evening of great entertainment!  The contest
>>>>> will
>>>>> be
>>>>> judged by three members of our federation family.
>>>>> 
>>>>> First, Jordy Stringer. Currently Jordy serves as performing arts
>>>>> division
>>>>> president,
>>>>> 
>>>>> Second, Lauren McLarney, Government affairs specialist National
>>>>> Federation
>>>>> of the blind, and last but not least, Marion Gwizdala who currently
>>>>> serves
>>>>> as President of the national association of guide dog users.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Room: Junior ball room G. Time: 7:00 PM 10:00 PM. Saturday July 5th.
>>>>> 
>>>>> First prize, $200. Second Pries, $100.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> Feel free to stop by the Performing Arts table in the exhibit hall as
>>>>> well.
>>>>> We look forward to connecting with you all soon.
>>>>> 
>>>>> Please contact us with any questions!
>>>>> 
>>>>> Phone: (317)643-1890
>>>>> 
>>>>> Email President Jordy Stringer at jordystringer83 at gmail.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> E-mail Vice President Beth Allred at: beth.allred at gmail.com
>>>>> 
>>>>> About the National Federation of the Blind:
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is the oldest, largest, and
>>>>> most
>>>>> influential nationwide membership organization of blind people in the
>>>>> United
>>>>> States.  Founded in 1940, the NFB advocates for the civil rights and
>>>>> equality of blind Americans, and develops innovative education,
>>>>> technology,
>>>>> and training
>>>>> 
>>>>> programs to provide the blind and those who are losing vision with the
>>>>> tools
>>>>> they need to become independent and successful.  We need your support.
>>>>> To
>>>>> 
>>>>> make a donation, please go to www.nfb.org.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 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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