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<div lang="EN-US" link="#467886" vlink="#96607D" style="overflow-wrap: break-word;"><div class="m_3453135529783586115WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">Hello, <span class="m_3453135529783586115SpellE">Federationists</span> and friends,<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">I\u2019m dropping into your inboxes with the monthly reminder that our annual <b>Baked Goods Auction</b> is just around the corner, and we can\u2019t wait to share in all the fun (and deliciousness!)<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">This event is quickly becoming a highlight of our annual State Convention, and it\u2019s only possible because of the generosity and creativity of bakers like you.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">We\u2019re looking for <b>pledges of tasty treats</b>\u2014cookies, cakes, pies, breads, or any of your favorite homemade sweet and savory goodies. Items will need to be brought to State Convention and delivered to myself, Elizabeth Rouse, on Friday, October 17 unless you\u2019ve made other arrangements with me.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">If you aren\u2019t one of the folks who has already made a pledge, and you\u2019d like to contribute, please let me know by reaching out directly to <b><a href="mailto:Elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com" target="_blank">Elizabethrouse.nfb@gmail.com</a></b> as soon as you are able.<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">Your donation not only helps fill our auction tables but also makes a big difference in supporting our work and building community. Plus, who doesn\u2019t love showing off their baking talents while raising funds for a great cause?<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">Thank you for adding your skills to this year\u2019s event\u2014we can\u2019t wait to see (and taste) what you bring!<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">More details on all the mouthwatering goodies you can expect will be arriving in your inboxes as our event nears. </span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif">\U0001f60a</span><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11pt">Warmly,<br>Elizabeth Rouse, 2025 Baked Goods Auction Coordinator<u></u><u></u></span></p></div></div></div>