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Stay Connected: Join Upcoming Virtual Federation Meetings

The National Federation of the Blind continues to connect and protect blind
people through our nationwide network. The following virtual gatherings are
open to everyone in the coming week. Zoom instructions below.

Important Reminder: Presidential Release LIVE #494

Friday, May 1 at 8:00 p.m. EDT: Join this national teleconference with
President Mark Riccobono as he delivers the May Presidential Release of the
National Federation of the Blind. After the President's remarks, there is
opportunity for questions and answers. Send your questions in advance to
cdanielsen at nfb.org
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16820&qid=3568539>
and put PR494 in the subject line.
Zoom Meeting ID: 935 0745 1766
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,93507451766#

Wednesday, April 29

1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care of
our mental and emotional health with brief workouts, meditations, and yoga
during this thirty-minute session.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

3:00 p.m. EDT | Getting the Most Out of Your Amazon Echo Smart Speaker

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, share experiences with the Amazon Echo. Do
you have a favorite Alexa skill you would like to share with others? Get the
news, schedule a ride, or control your home.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:00 p.m. EDT | iPhones, iPads, Smart Phones, Oh My! 

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to navigate the iPhone using
Voice Over as a beginner and explore commonly used already built-in apps,
like text messaging, Apple Mail, the calendar, FaceTime, contacts, notes,
the App store, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Safari, Siri, and the health apps.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:30 p.m. EDT | Staying Healthy

Sponsored by NFB of New York, attend this session to discuss getting
supplies and what to do if you catch the coronavirus.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile 16468769923,,5288506207#

6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System 

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania with special guest Pamela Allen, Executive
Director of the Louisiana Center for the Blind and First Vice President of
the National Federation of the Blind. Pam will share information about
center-based training, how it works, why it works, and how you can become an
active participant.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Workout Wednesday

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, participate in an invigorating upper body and
lower body workout designed for all levels. Stick around for our 7:45 p.m.
EDT advanced abdominal workout.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#

8:00 p.m. EDT | Blind Students Soundboard

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
discuss accessibility in the classroom throughout this distant learning
time. For students, parents, educators, and interested minds struggling with
accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#

Thursday, April 30

11:00 a.m. EDT | Distance Education
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16803&qid=3568539> :
Bang!

Join us and learn how to make a simple, engaging game to help your student
or child practice reading Braille. Items needed: Perkins Brailler or a slate
and stylus; 3x5 or 4x6 index cards (can also use cardstock or construction
paper cut into the size of an index card); scissors. Learn more: distance
education resources
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16803&qid=3568539> .

5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: The Root and I

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this meeting as we listen to and then
discuss the Kernel Book story " The Root and I
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by Peter Mikochik.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

6:30 p.m. EDT | Stories from the Blind History Lady

Sponsored by NFB of Ohio, join this call to learn unique history stories
from the Blind History Lady, a Jacob Bolotin Award winner.
Join Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more about specific iOS apps, how to
get them, how to download them, what they are for, and how to use them. One
app to be presented at a time. If you have suggestions for apps to be
featured please email: marsha.drenth at gmail.com
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16805&qid=3568539> .
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Virtual Volunteering

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, learn about exciting virtual volunteer
opportunities and hear from some blind people who have been putting in the
virtual volunteer work!
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#

8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Book Club

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
dive into some great literature and discuss the themes and messages. This
week's book is "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#

9:00 p.m. EDT | Show Me What You Can Do with Your Smartphone

Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, many blind people believe the iPhone is the
only smartphone suitable for blind people to use though Android phones have
become increasingly accessible. Come and show us what you can do with your
iPhone or Android and bring your smartphone questions as well.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,7148529230#

Friday, May 1

12:00 p.m. EDT | Advanced JAWS Training

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, please join us as we explore the
capabilities and usability of the industry-leading JAWS screen reading
application. Fridays are devoted to advanced JAWS skills.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

1:00 p.m. EDT | Fitness and Wellness Warriors 

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, boost the immune system and take care of
our mental and emotional health with brief workouts, meditations, and yoga
during this thirty-minute session.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

3:00 p.m. EDT | Kids' Story Hour

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call of reading favorite stories
for kids in Braille.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:00 p.m. EDT | Using Smart Home Technology to make Your Home More
Accessible

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join part three of automating your home
with smart sensors and other devices. Learn what opportunities exist for
customizing your home automation devices, such as by scripting special
commands to run based on rules you set up.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:30 p.m. EDT | Game Night & Happy Hour

Sponsored by NFB of New York, grab your favorite drink and join us for a few
games. Contact Mike Robinson or email president at nfbny.org
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16806&qid=3568539>
to get the passcode.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile 16468769923,,5288506207#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Braille Displays 

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, this will be a discussion of Braille
displays for use with computers, smart phones, and as stand-alone devices.
Bring your questions and experiences to share.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

8:00 p.m. EDT | Presidential Release LIVE

Join this national teleconference with President Mark Riccobono as he
delivers the May Presidential Release of the National Federation of the
Blind. After the President's remarks, there is opportunity for questions and
answers. Send your questions in advance to cdanielsen at nfb.org
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16820&qid=3568539>
and put PR494 in the subject line.
Zoom Meeting ID: 935 0745 1766
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,93507451766#

Saturday, May 2

3:00 p.m. EDT | Yappy Hour

Sponsored by the National Association of Guide Dog Users, an NFB division,
join this opportunity to connect for a social hour every two weeks. Share
topics like favorite beverages, original food creations, or answer questions
about a dog training or behavior concern.
Zoom Meeting ID: 813 626 2789
Password: 62438
One tap mobile: +13462487799,, 8136262789#,,#,62438#

4:00 p.m. EDT | Parents Corner

Sponsored by NFB of California Parents of Blind Children Division, share
experiences and offer support to one another in regards to distance
learning. Topics include but not limited to IEP's, accessibility, and
children's social and emotional development and well-being during school
closures.
Zoom Meeting ID: 209 589 6058
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,2095896058#,,#,4187#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Ladies Social Night

Sponsored by NFB of Virginia, bring your favorite drink with the recipe to
share and enjoy some time of friendship, laughter, and conversation.
Zoom Meeting ID: 945 8338 3728
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,94583383728

8:00 p.m. EDT | NABS Chill Zone

Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students, an NFB division,
take a little bit of time to relax and unwind with this casual meetup.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,, 6143070858#

Monday, May 4

12:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Conversation

Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this discussion with your favorite cup of
coffee or beverage. Topic will include the Facebook post and Braille Monitor
article, " Speaking Over Me Won
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't Stop Me."
Zoom Meeting ID: 423 336 763
Password: 420120
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,423336763#,,#,420120#

12:00 p.m. EDT | Beginner JAWS Training

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the capabilities and usability of
the industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. Mondays will be
devoted to beginner-level skills.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:30 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: To Reach for the Stars
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16808&qid=3568539> 

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this kernel book discussion on " To Reach
for the Stars
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16809&qid=3568539>
."
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile 16468769923,,5288506207#

7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk

Sponsored by NFB of California, ask questions about smart phones for both
Apple and Android. You can email questions ahead of time to
rkcole72984 at gmail.com
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16821&qid=3568539> .
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
Password: 009343
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#

Tuesday, May 5

3:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour: Exploring Yoga & Meditation Practices

Sponsored by NFB of California, learn how to use meditation to help cope
with stress and some basic yoga techniques.
Zoom Meeting ID: 892 3677 8694
Password: 362485
One tap mobile: +12532158782,,89236778694#,,1#,362485#

9:00 p.m. EDT | Braille Music Workshop

Sponsored by the NFB Performing Arts Division, learn how Braille music works
and more in this this class for beginning learners.
Zoom Meeting ID: 946 327 2523
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,9463272523#

Wednesday, May 6

3:00 p.m. EDT | Breaking Barriers

Sponsored by NFB of California, discuss creative action plans to break
through any barriers standing between you and your goals and report on your
progress. This is a time to share our stories in a supportive,
non-judgmental environment.
Zoom Meeting ID: 839 5776 3091
Password: 071615
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,83957763091#,,#,071615#

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