[Trainer-talk] 2009 NFB Convention Agenda

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The National Federation of the Blind Logo




2009 ANNUAL CONVENTION

DETROIT, MICHIGAN

JULY 3 to JULY 8











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THE MEMBERS OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF MICHIGAN



WELCOME YOU TO THE

69th ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND

Marc Maurer, President
National Federation of the Blind
1800 Johnson Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21230




Mary Ellen Jernigan


Executive Director for Operations and


Chairwoman, Convention Organization and Activities


Fred Wurtzel, President
National Federation of the Blind of Michigan
1212 North Foster Avenue
Lansing, Michigan 48912-3309

Detroit Marriott® at the Renaissance Center
Renaissance Center
(313) 568-8000

Courtyard by Marriott®
333 E. Jefferson Avenue
(313) 222-7700






DETROIT MARRIOTT
           The 69th annual convention of the 
National Federation of the Blind is being held in 
Michigan at the Detroit Marriott® at the 
Renaissance Center.  As usual, our hotel rates 
are very good: singles and doubles $62, triples 
$66, and quads $68. In addition to the room 
rates, there is a 15 percent sales tax.  There is 
no charge for children under eighteen in the room 
with parents as long as no extra bed is 
required.  Proof of convention registration is 
necessary, including the showing of an NFB 
registration badge if requested.  Otherwise, 
regular hotel rates must be paid.

           The Detroit Marriott is a seventy-two 
story round hotel in the middle of a larger 
complex of buildings known as the Renaissance 
Center.  The lowest level is the Motor Lobby 
where people arriving by taxis and automobiles 
enter the hotel.  There are bellmen at this 
entrance and elevators going directly to the main 
lobby of the hotel, which is located on Level 
Three.  All hotel meeting rooms, ballrooms, and 
the exhibit hall are on Levels Three, Four, and 
Five.  A bank of twelve elevators is located in 
the center of the hotel in a corridor oriented 
along the east-west axis of the building.  The 
first six elevators at the west end of the 
corridor (three on each side) serve floors three 
through forty.  The next six elevators (three on 
each side) serve floors three, four, five, and 
forty through seventy.  Just beyond each end of 
the elevator corridor a set of escalators serves 
Levels Three, Four, and Five.  To reach the main 
hotel lobby you should leave the elevator 
corridor heading west.  The hotel restaurant 
(Forty-two Degrees North) and Volt (a bar which 
also serves an extensive array of food) can be 
entered from the main lobby.  Many other food 
outlets including a large food court are located 
on Levels A, One, and Two in the Renaissance 
Center complex.  The easiest way to exit the 
hotel proper into other parts of the Renaissance 
Center Complex is to use an escalator located 
near the Coach Insignia Restaurant elevator at 
the south end of Level Three of the hotel.  The 
Detroit Marriott has a smoke-free policy.

COURTYARD MARRIOTT
The Courtyard Marriott is connected to Level Two 
of the Renaissance Center Complex by an enclosed 
overhead walkway.  It may also be reached by 
leaving the Renaissance Center at Level One 
through the Jefferson Lobby.  We are using both 
sleeping rooms and meeting space in the Courtyard Marriott.





A group of Whozits marching together.
   “MOTOR CITY” MARCH FOR INDEPENDENCE:
SUPPORTING OUR IMAGINATION FUND CAMPAIGN
On Monday, July 6, we open the convention with 
our spectacular third March for 
Independence.  Marching through downtown Detroit, 
we will celebrate our liberty among friends, 
family members, and supporters.  Please gather 
for this fundraising and “friend-raising” 
walk-a-thon and rally at 6:45 Monday morning in 
the Wintergarden on Level A of the Detroit 
Marriott.  Most of the route is along the 
beautiful RiverWalk promenade and culminates with 
a rally in Rivard Plaza.  Marcher drop-in 
briefing sessions are on Sunday, July 5, from 
7:00 to 10:00 pm.  Let’s walk together to make 
the Motor City March a truly magnificent event.

NFB OF MICHIGAN HOSPITALITY DANCE!
Our host affiliate invites you to celebrate with 
them by renewing old friendships and/or forming 
new ones on Monday, July 6, at 7:00 pm in the 
Ambassador Ballroom, Level 3.  Entertainment by 
“Nine,” a nine-piece band that will perform 
Motown, soul, classic rock, pop, and old 
standards­guaranteed to create an exciting 
atmosphere and stir pleasant memories.

ROOKIE ROUNDUP
Rookie Roundup Logo
           All first-time convention attendees 
are cordially invited to attend a reception from 
8:00 to 10:00 pm on Friday, July 3, in the 
Ambassador Ballroom One, Level 3.  President 
Maurer and other Federation leaders will be on 
hand to welcome you to the convention and preview 
the week’s activities. Veteran conventioneers 
should urge all first-timers to attend this 
special event.  Also, first-time rookies are 
invited to join an informal, fun gathering on 
Sunday, July 5, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm in the Affiliate Action Suite 6801.

                         REGISTRATION & PREREGISTRATION
           Registration activities take place in 
the Renaissance Foyer, Level 4 beginning at 9:00 
am on Saturday, July 4; at 8:30 am on Sunday, 
July 5; and at other times as listed throughout 
the week.  The fee for registration at convention 
is $20 per person (if you preregistered before 
May 31, the fee was $15), and all those attending 
the convention (both local and out of town 
people) are asked to register. Convention 
registration is a requirement for door prize 
eligibility and a number of other convention 
activities. We condition rates for hotel rooms on 
proof of registration, including the showing of 
an NFB registration badge if requested. 
Therefore, please register as soon as possible after arrival.




               EXHIBITS AND NFB INDEPENDENCE MARKET

Exhibits and the NFB Independence Market are 
located in the Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3.  The exhibit hall hours are:
           Saturday    9:00 am to 5:00 pm
           Sunday       8:30 am to 5:00 pm
           Monday      Noon to 1:45 pm; sponsors only from 7:00-10:00 pm
           Tuesday     Noon to 1:45 pm­Note: This is the final time that
                              Independence Market and Literature will be open.
           Tuesday     7:00 to 10:00 pm­Exhibit Hall only; Independence
                               Market and Literature closed)
There is a special event for sponsor-level 
exhibitors only on Monday, July 6, from 7:00 to 
10:00 pm (see “Special Attention” section and 
agenda listing for more information).  Sign up 
for NFB-NEWSLINE® at the NEWSLINE table, check 
the agenda for times to visit Room 6401 to learn 
about it, or call local number (313) 483-1147 to 
use NEWSLINE at convention.  Any alterations in 
the general session schedule which may occur 
during the convention will result in conforming 
shifts in the exhibit schedule and will be 
announced in the exhibit areas. A number of 
affiliated NFB divisions and committees have 
tables. Many new electronic devices are 
demonstrated, as well as a special exhibit of 
materials and resources for the deaf-blind.

MEETINGS
           General sessions of the convention are 
being held in the Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4 
on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The morning 
sessions convene at 9:30 am on Monday, and 9:00 
am on Tuesday and Wednesday.  The convention 
adjourns promptly at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, July 
8.  Please note that all requests for 
announcements by Dr. Maurer during general 
sessions must be submitted in Braille.

                 BANQUET AND BANQUET TICKET EXCHANGE
           The banquet is being held in the 
Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4 at 7:00 pm, 
Wednesday, July 8.  Banquet tickets purchased at 
convention are $40.00 (the cost was $35 if 
purchased before May 31) and are on sale during 
registration on Saturday and Sunday, and from 
noon to 12:30 and 1:30 to 2:00 pm on Monday.  No 
banquet tickets will be available for purchase after Monday.
           It will be necessary to have your 
banquet ticket with you to attend the banquet; it 
will be collected at the banquet table. 
Arrangements should be made for reserved table 
assignments by taking the ticket(s) you purchase 
to the Banquet Exchange Table in the registration 
area, where you may exchange either an individual 
ticket or a group of tickets for reserved 
seating.  Banquet tables seat ten people.







RELIGIOUS SERVICES AND DEVOTIONS

           On Sunday, July 5, Fr. Gregory Paul, 
C.P., will celebrate a Roman Catholic Mass at 
7:15 am in Ambassador Ballroom One, Level 3.

           Also on Sunday at 11:45 am services 
for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day 
Saints will be held in Ambassador Ballroom One, Level 3.

           Devotional services will be held in 
Ambassador Ballroom One, Level 3, at 7:30 am on 
Tuesday, and 8:00 am on Wednesday.  Please note 
there is no service on Monday morning.  Services 
are nonsectarian and will end at least fifteen 
minutes prior to morning convention sessions.

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THE CELL PHONE THAT READS PRINT
With the power of digital photography and unique 
cell phone software, reading print on the go 
wherever you are is now possible for blind 
people.  Come and learn about this fabulous, 
life-changing technology in the exhibit hall and 
at demonstration and training sessions planned in 
the afternoon on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and 
in the evening on Tuesday. Go totally mobile and 
join the reading revolution today!

SPECIAL ATTENTION IS CALLED
                              TO THE FOLLOWING ITEMS
• A Federation Information Desk will be in the 
registration area from Saturday morning, July 4, 
through Wednesday, July 8, if you have questions 
or need assistance.  The Michigan affiliate will 
also maintain a table near the hotel check in 
desk in the main lobby to provide assistance and 
hospitality during much of the convention.

• When you register, you will be given a badge. 
Please wear it at all times during the convention.

• The room number for the Presidential Suite is 
7010.  Someone will be on hand in the 
Presidential Suite throughout most of the 
convention to greet you and make appointments for 
you with the President or anyone else you wish to 
see.  The Presidential Suite will not be open 
during the business sessions of the convention, 
the Sunday morning Board of Directors meeting, 
Monday morning (due to the Independence March), 
or the Wednesday evening banquet. Come to the 
Presidential Suite. You will be most welcome.


• The room number for Mary Ellen Jernigan, 
Chairwoman of Convention Organization and 
Activities, is 6910. Questions concerning hotel 
rooms, meeting rooms, banquet, scheduling, 
registration, and other matters dealing with 
convention arrangements should be referred to the 
Chairwoman of Convention Organization and Activities.

• Individuals needing to conduct business with 
the NFB Treasurer may do so by going to the 
DaVinci Room, Level 4 on Monday, July 6, between 
5:30 and 7:30 pm, or on Tuesday, July 7, between 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm.

• The Michigan Suite (Fred Wurtzel, President) is 6805.

• The Affiliate Action and Rookie Activities 
Suite (Joanne Wilson and Pam Allen, Coordinators) is 6801.

• We are again offering NFB Camp (child-care 
services) for children six weeks through ten 
years of age in Marquette A and B Rooms, Level 5 
during convention sessions, most meetings, and 
the banquet.  Preregistration and payment by June 
15 were required for NFB Camp.

           NFB Camp is organized and supervised 
by Carla McQuillan, the executive director of 
Main Street Montessori Association.  Alison 
McQuillan, camp worker and teacher since 1998, is 
the activities director.  Please note that NFB 
Camp provides morning and afternoon snacks, but 
parents are required to provide lunch for their 
child(ren) every day. Times listed are the 
opening and closing times for NFB Camp. A late 
fee of $10 will be assessed for all late pickups.

NFB Camp hours:
Friday, 7/3                     8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, 7/4                Closed
Sunday, 7/5                  8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 to 5:30 pm
Monday, 7/6                  9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Tuesday, 7/7                8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Wednesday, 7/8                              8:30 
am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Banquet 
7/8                                     6:30 pm to 30 minutes after closing

• A Special Evening For Sponsor-Level 
Exhibitors:  Again this year, the exhibit hall 
will reopen from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Monday, July 
6, for a very special evening dedicated solely to 
Sponsor-Level Exhibitors listed here. Come and 
bring a guest to say “thank you” to our sponsors 
and to enjoy their interesting offers and 
demonstrations.  Our convention sponsors 
are­Platinum: HumanWare and UPS; Gold: Deque 
Systems, Inc., Freedom Scientific, and Oracle; 
Silver: En-Vision America, Intel®, and Wal-Mart; 
Bronze: Adobe, Council of U.S. Dog Guide Schools 
(CUSDGS), IBM, Independent Living Aids (ILA), and 
Microsoft; Exhibit Hall: GW Micro, J&B Medical 
Supply, National Industries for the Blind, 
ReadHowYouWant, and Roche Diagnostics.

• The ever-popular Showcase of Talent is back 
again at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, July 7, presented by 
the Performing Arts Division.  Admission price is 
$5.00. If you would like to participate in the 
Showcase, make sure to sign up early by 
contacting Beth Allred at the convention.

• Raffle tickets will not be sold in the 
registration area, and no raffles or other such 
drawings will take place during convention 
sessions or at the banquet. The single exception 
to this rule will be that national divisions may 
(if they request it in advance) conduct such 
drawings during the convention or at the 
banquet.  LaSalle A Room, Level 5 will be set 
aside at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, July 8, for all 
other drawings. Any group or affiliate wishing to 
conduct drawings at this time (or any person 
wishing to know the winners) may go at noon on Wednesday to the LaSalle A Room.




AFFILIATED DIVISIONS, COMMITTEES, AND GROUPS

           The Federation carries on its business 
through divisions, committees, and groups. The 
meetings of some of these have been scheduled for 
particular times and are listed in the agenda. 
Others have not been formally scheduled but will 
meet at the call of their chairpersons or 
presidents. If you have matters that you would 
like to discuss with any of the following 
divisions, committees, or groups, you should contact:




Divisions:

• Agriculture and Equestrian: Fred Chambers, President;
• Assistive Technology Trainers:  Michael Barber, President;
• Classics, Antiques, and Rods or Special Interest Vehicles (CARS):
           Joseph B. Naulty, President;
• Deaf-Blind: Burnell Brown, President;
• Diabetes Action Network for the Blind: Michael Freeman, President;
• Human Services: Melissa Riccobono, President;
• National Association of the Blind in Communities of Faith: Tom Anderson,
           President;
• National Association of Blind Entrepreneurs: James R. Bonerbo,
           President;
• National Association of Blind Lawyers: Scott LaBarre, President;
• National Association of Blind Merchants: Kevan Worley, President;
• National Association of Blind Office Professionals: Lisa Hall, President;
• National Association of Blind Piano Technicians: Don Mitchell, President;

• National Association of Blind Rehabilitation Professionals: Melody
           Lindsey, President;
• National Association of Blind Students: Terri Rupp, President;
• National Association of Blind Veterans: Dwight Sayer, President;
• National Association of Guide Dog Users: Marion Gwizdala, President;
• National Association to Promote the Use of 
Braille (NAPUB): Nadine Jacobson, President;
• National Federation of the Blind in Computer 
Science: Curtis Chong, President;
• National Federation of the Blind Krafters: Joyce Kane, President;
• National Federation of the Blind Seniors: Judy Sanders, President;
• National Organization of Blind Educators: Sheila Koenig, President;
• National Organization of Parents of Blind 
Children (NOPBC): Carol Castellano,
President;
• Performing Arts: Dennis Holston, President;
• Public Employees: Ivan Weich, President;
• Science and Engineering: John Miller, President;
• Sports and Recreation: Lisamaria Martinez, President;
• Travel and Tourism: Don Gillmore, President;
• Writers: Robert Leslie Newman, President.




Committees:

• Ambassadors: Angela Wolf, Chairperson;
• Blind Educator of the Year Award: David Ticchi, Chairperson;
• Committee on Assistive Technology (COAT): Curtis Chong, Chairperson;
• Committee on Automobile and Pedestrian Safety (CAPS): Deborah Kent
           Stein, Chairperson;
• Committee to Empower Underserved Populations (CEUP): Ron Brown,
           Chairperson;
• Cultural Exchange and International Program: Diane McGeorge, Chairperson;
• Distinguished Educator of Blind Children Award: Joyce Scanlan, Chairperson;
• Employment: Buna Dahal, Chairperson;
• Imagination Fund: Kevan Worley, Chairperson;
• Jacobus tenBroek Award: Ramona Walhof, Chairperson;
• Jacobus tenBroek Memorial Fund: Tami Jones, Chairperson;
• Kenneth Jernigan Fund: Allen Harris, Chairperson;
• Library Services: David Hyde, Chairperson;
• Loan Fund: Donald C. Capps, Chairperson;
• Membership: Ron Gardner, Chairperson;
• Newel Perry Award: Allen Harris, Chairperson;
• Newsletter Publications: Norma Crosby, Chairperson;
• NFB-NEWSLINE® Program Steering: David DeNotaris, Chairperson;
• PAC Plan: Scott LaBarre, Chairperson;
• Planned Giving: John Halverson, Chairperson;
• Promotion, Evaluation, and Advancement of Technology: Gary Wunder,
           Chairperson;
• Public Relations: Barbara Pierce, Chairperson;
• Research and Development: Curtis Chong, Chairperson;
• Resolutions: Sharon Maneki, Chairperson;
• Scholarship: Anil Lewis, Chairperson;
• Shares Unlimited in NFB (SUN): Sandy Halverson, Chairperson;
• Spanish Translation: Norman Gardner, Chairperson;
• White Cane and Affiliate Finance: Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson.

Groups:
• Blind Musicians: Linda Mentink, Chairperson;
• Blind Parents: Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson;
• Blind Professional Journalists: Elizabeth Campbell and Bryan Bashin,
            Co-Chairpersons;
• Educators of Blind Children: Gail Wagner, Chairperson;
• Geordi's Engineers: Lorraine Rovig, Chairperson;
• Legislative Initiatives Discussion: Don Burns, Coordinator;
• Living History: Michael Freholm, Chairperson;
• NFB Ham Radio: D. Curtis Willoughby, Chairperson;
• NFB in Judaism: David Stayer, Chairperson;
• NFB Lions: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons;
• Orientation and Mobility: Edward C. Bell, Chairperson;
• Professionals in Blindness Education: Heather Field, Chairperson;
• Webmasters: Gary Wunder, Chairperson.


                                     CONVENTION AGENDA
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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2009

7:30 - 8:45 am­HAM RADIO GROUP EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Raphael Room, Level 4
Discuss hotel frequencies and architectural 
features and distributing special FM receivers 
for the hearing-impaired and Spanish-speaking 
attendees. D. Curtis Willoughby (KA0VBA), Chairperson

7:45 am - 6:30 pm­THE FUTURE IS OURS
AND THEIRS
Parent, Rehabilitation, and Orientation & 
Mobility Joint Conference for Families and 
Rehabilitation Professionals (7:45 - 8:45 
am­Registration and coffee; 12:00 to 2:00 
pm­NBPCB Awards Luncheon, Ambassador Three Ballroom)
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
           NOPBC Fees: Adults $30; Youth (13-18) $20; Children (5-12) $10
           NABRP Fees (includes lunch): Students $75; Professionals $100
           Note: Conference admission included with either registration above.
Sponsors: National Organization of Parents of 
Blind Children (NOPBC); National Blindness 
Professional Certification Board (NBPCB); 
National Association of Blind Rehabilitation 
Professionals (NABRP); and the Professional 
Development & Research Institute on Blindness 
(PDRIB) at the Louisiana Tech University. 
Chairpersons: Carol Castellano and Edward Bell

8:00 am - 4:30 pm­PROFESSIONALS IN BLINDNESS EDUCATION
Duluth B Room, Level 5
Heather Field, Chairperson

8:30 am­NFB CAMP: IT’S MORE THAN CHILD’S PLAY (CHILD CARE)
Marquette A and B Rooms, Level 5
Please see “Special Attention” section of agenda 
for further information.  (Preregistration by June 15 was required.)

8:30 - 11:30 am­WHAT’S NEW IN JAWS 10 AND MAGic 
11, AND A FIRST LOOK AT JAWS 11­FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Mackinac East Ballroom, Level 5
Join Eric Damery, JAWS Product Manager, for an 
exciting and informative session covering all of 
the new details surrounding JAWS and MAGic 
development.  This will also be the first look at 
JAWS 11 scheduled for public beta in August and 
includes a demo of Windows 7.  Bring questions!


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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

8:30 am - 5:00 pm­IBTC’S ACCESS TECHNOLOGY SEMINARS
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5

     8:30 - 10:00 am­Mobile productivity on cell phones.
   10:30 am - noon­Create DAISY books from your desktop.
       1:30 - 3:00 pm­Web 2.0 features with screen access software.
       3:30 - 5:00 pm­Lesser-known names in screen access software.

9:00 am - 12:00 noon­GW MICRO: BRAILLE SENSE PLUS 
AND VOICE SENSE­Registration $10; Refreshments provided.
Nicolet A Room, Level 5
The Braille Sense Plus is the lightest note taker 
with a 32-cell Braille display, and the Voice 
Sense is the smallest note taker.  Learn about 
the features of GW note takers including the GW Sense Navigation GPS.
Presenters: Raul Gallegos and Chris Park. To register, call (260) 489-3671.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm­NFB YOUTH TRACK SESSIONS (ages 14-18)
Sponsored by NFB Jernigan Institute; Mary Jo Thorpe, Coordinator

           Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
              9:00 - 10:15 am­PARENTS-REHAB SEMINAR

           Cascade B Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
             10:30 am - 12:00 noon­ALL ABOUT ME
              Help shape the future of youth outreach for the NFB.

              2:00 - 3:00 pm­BACK & BICEPS, CHEST & TRICEPS
              Learn the “ropes” about working out in a gym.

              3:30 - 5:00 pm­ME AND YOUTUBE
              An interactive YouTube activity for teens.

9:00 am - 10:00 pm­NFB-NEWSLINE® PRESENTATIONS
Room 6401, 60th floor
      9:00-11:00 am, 2:00-6:00 pm, and 8:30-10:00 pm­Learn about NEWSLINE
           In Your Pocket, Web News on Demand, and other new features.
      11:30 am -1:30 pm­Affiliate presidents’ gathering. Learn about NFB-
           NEWSLINE Online and how to promote NEWSLINE.
      6:30 - 8:00 pm­Exhibit for parents and their blind children (ages 10+).
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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

10:00 am - 5:00 pm­EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE SEMINAR
Richard B Room, Level 5
    10:00 am–Registration; 10:30 am–Seminar begins
Key strategies for job hunting: How? Where? What? 
Remember, innovation and authenticity produce 
abundant opportunities. Gain the secrets of 
obtaining and maintaining employment.  Buna Dahal, Chairperson

10:15 am - 12:00 noon­NOPBC BRAILLE CARNIVAL (ages 5-13)
Ambassador Two Ballroom, Level 3

1:00 - 3:00 pm­PAC MATE, BEYOND NOTE TAKING­FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Mackinac East Ballroom, Level 5
Join Jonathan Mosen as we explore the power of 
PAC Mate Omni, from beaming your KNFB Reader 
Mobile documents to be read in Braille, to 
watching TV right from your PAC Mate Omni.  See 
our new StreetTalk VIP GPS solution in action.

1:00 - 3:00 pm­WRITERS DIVISION WORKSHOP ($5.00 fee)
Room 6405, 60th floor
Visit with a published author.  Robert Leslie Newman, President

1:00 - 4:00 pm­SWIM CLINIC; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Pool, Courtyard Marriott
Annie Sawicki, part of the AdapTap team (that 
designed an award-winning device by blind 
swimmers), is conducting a swimming workshop. 
Take a break with a cool dip in the pool.  Lisamaria Martinez, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm­HUMANWARE PRODUCT SHOWCASE AND USER GROUPS
LaSalle A and B Rooms, Level 5
Sessions: 1:00 Breeze; 2:00 BrailleNote; 3:00 Stream; 4:00 Mobile Devices
Join HumanWare and other users to learn about 
recent updates and share product tips. Ask 
questions and give us your suggestions for your 
favorite HumanWare product. Door Prizes for every session!

1:30 - 2:45 pm­knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!
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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

2:00 - 3:30 pm­NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS

           One-Two Buckle My Shoe, Three-Four Out the Door
           Cascade A Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Developmental timelines from preschool through elementary.
           Instructors: Debbi Head, Heather Field, Annee Hartzell

           Show Me the Technology: Middle School/High School
           Renoir Room, Level 4
           What is needed, how to work with the school to get it, and what
           to do when all else fails. 
Instructors: Dr. Matt Maurer and Al Lovati

           Literacy for All
           Skyline B Room, Courtyard Marriott
Large print? Braille? Both? How to tell what is best for your child.

Great Expectations: Mobility Instruction and 
Blind Children with Additional Disabilities
Skyline A Room, Courtyard Marriott
High expectations, real life goals, and how to 
achieve them in the area of independent travel.  Instructor: Denise Mackenstadt

2:00 - 5:00 pm­NOPBC TRIP TO PENRICKTON CENTER
Meeting place to be announced
Parents of children with significant multiple 
disabilities can visit this center which uses the 
Active Learning techniques of Lilli Nielsen.

2:00 - 5:00 pm­NOPBC SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
(Note to parents: Volunteers will accompany the 
children from one workshop to the other.)

           Not-so-mad Scientists: Hands-on Chemistry Experiments:
           Cascade D Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructors: Dr. Andrew Greenberg, Cary Supalo, Marilyn
           Winograd, and Dr. Lillian Rankel
      2:00 – 3:30 pm­For Kindergarten through Grade 5
      3:30 – 5:00 pm­For Grades 6 through 12



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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

NOPBC SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH, Cont’d.

           Tactile Drawings and Representations:
Cascade C Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructors: Ann Cunningham and Debbie Kent Stein
   2:00 – 3:30 pm­For Grades 6 through 12
      3:30 – 5:00 pm­For Kindergarten through Grade 5

2:00 - 5:00 pm­GW MICRO: WINDOW-EYES TRAINING 
(Registration $10; Refreshments provided)
Nicolet A Room, Level 5
Explore the power of Window-Eyes with advanced 
scripting support, Office 2007, Windows Vista, 
and Windows 7.  Come to see the best support for 
the Internet in a screen reader. Presenters: Raul 
Gallegos and Chris Park. To register, call (260) 489-3671.

2:00 - 7:00 pm­KRAFTERS KORNER
Richard A Room, Level 5
Meet some talented Federation crafters and 
purchase their beautiful hand-made items for 
sale.  Joyce Kane, Krafters Division President

3:00 - 4:30 pm­MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR JERNIGAN 
INSTITUTE (Workshop One; Workshop Two is on Saturday at 4:00 pm)
Brulé A Room, Level 5
Attendees will learn the latest information about 
the Institute and about how they can utilize its 
programs to build the organization at the local 
level. We expect the discussion to spark new, 
imaginative ideas for future programs. Led by 
Mark Riccobono, Jernigan Institute Executive Director.

3:00 - 4:45 pm­ knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!

3:00 - 5:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOC. OF BLIND ENTREPRENEURS
Brulé B Room, Level 5
James R. Bonerbo, President


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  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

3:30 - 4:50 pm­NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS

Access for Everyone
Skyline A Room, Courtyard Marriott
Learn how blind and low-vision children of all abilities can access
education and information in school and in the world.
Instructor: Dr. Denise Robinson

Braille Music for Dummies
Skyline B Room, Courtyard Marriott
Just enough to stay one step ahead of the 
kids.  Instructors: Jennifer Dunnam and Kyle Conley

           Spaghetti, Meatballs, and Birthday Parties
           Cascade A Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Manners, cafeterias, games, playgrounds, and friends (Pre-K
           and Elementary)
           Instructors: Debbi Head and Emily Gibbs

           Bring Me to the Mall­Text Me Later
           Renoir Room, Level 4
           Manners, food courts, and friends (middle and high school)
           Instructors: Eric Guillory and Deja Powell

5:00 - 6:30 pm­PARENTS AND REHABILITATION 
PROFESSIONALS JOINT CONFERENCE RECEPTION
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3

6:00 - 10:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG USERS BUSINESS MEETING
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5
   6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Topics: airline emergency procedures and 
evacuation; creating and growing state 
associations of guide dog users; and protecting 
the rights of guide dog users through advocacy 
and education.  Marion Gwizdala, President




Whozit
  FRIDAY, JULY 3, Continued

6:30 - 10:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
Renoir Room, Level 4
    6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Featuring a hands-on Braille proofreading 
workshop.  Guest speaker is from Seedlings 
Braille Books for Children.  Lisa Hall, President

7:30 - 10:00 pm­NOPBC FAMILY HOSPITALITY NIGHT
Cascade D Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
Drop in, relax, and chat in an informal atmosphere.

8:00 - 10:00 pm­NFB LIONS GROUP
Room 6405, 60th floor
NFB members who are also Lions are urged to meet 
to share ideas and experiences. Co-Chairpersons: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota

8:00 - 10:00 pm­ROOKIE ROUNDUP RECEPTION­GAINING INSIGHT FOR FIRST-TIMERS
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
First-time conventioneers, don't miss this 
event!  President Maurer and former rookies will 
be on hand to welcome you and answer 
questions.  Coordinator: Pam Allen, Director of 
the Louisiana Center for the Blind and President of the NFB of Louisiana

8:00 pm - midnight­KARAOKE NIGHT
Ambassador Two Ballroom, Level 3
Admission: $5.00.  You'll have a great time. 
Braille song lists available.  Hosted by BLIND, Incorporated

9:00 - 10:00 pm­NFB AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING



Greco Room, Level 4

Angela Wolf, Chairperson







Whozit
  SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2009

9:00 am - 5:00 pm­REGISTRATION ($20); BANQUET 
TICKET SALES ($40); Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

9:00 am 5:00 pm­EXHIBITS AND NFB INDEPENDENCE 
MARKET AND LITERATURE­Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3

1:00 - 3:00 pm­WHAT’S NEW WITH NFB-NEWSLINE®
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5
Presentational seminar about the world’s largest 
audible newspaper service for the blind and 
visually impaired.  Topics cover newest online 
initiatives and improvements to the service.

1:00 - 5:00 pm­EXPLORING THE LATEST INNOVATIONS 
IN MOBILE REFRESHABLE BRAILLE AND TACTILE GRAPHICS TECHNOLOGIES
Richard A Room, Level 5
   1:00-2:00­ALVA Braille Controller: more than just a Braille display.
   2:00-3:00­Talking Tactile Tablet: exploring 
tactile images, interactive games.
   3:00-4:00­Reading On the Go!: read books, texts, etc. using a cell phone.
   4:00-5:00­Mobile Geo: a new GPS solution for accessible cell phones.
Larry Lewis, President, Flying Blind, Inc.

1:00 - 5:00 pm­NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY 
BRAILLE  (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION­SECTIONS ONE AND TWO
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3
Participants must have preregistered.  Exam 
Sections Three and Four are on Sunday, July 5 
(see agenda listing).  Sponsored by the National 
Blindness Professional Certification Board

1:30 pm­RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
Renaissance Cartier Ballroom, Level 4
Sharon Maneki, Chairperson

1:30 - 2:45 pm­ knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!


Whozit
  SATURDAY, JULY 4, Continued

2:00 - 5:00 pm­NOPBC SESSIONS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH

           Braille Beats
Cascade D Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Kids get into Braille music in a fun way.  Instructor: Kyle Conely
      2:00 – 3:30 pm­For Kindergarten through Grade 5
      3:30 – 5:00 pm­For Grades 6 through 12

           You Want to Move It, Move It
           Cascade A Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Judo expert Lisamaria Martinez and friends get you moving!
      2:00 – 3:30 pm­For Grades 6 through 12
           3:30 – 5:00 pm­For Kindergarten through Grade 5

2:30 - 4:30 pm­TRAVEL AND TOURISM DIVISION
Raphael Room, Level 4
Don Gillmore, President

3:00 - 4:45 pm­knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!

3:30 - 10:00 pm­NFB-NEWSLINE® PRESENTATIONS
Room 6401, 60th floor
     3:30-6:00 pm and 8:30-10:00 pm­Learn about 
NEWSLINE In Your Pocket, Web News on Demand, and other new features.
     6:30-8:00 pm­Gathering for professionals in 
the field of work with the blind for an evening 
of presentations and possibilities.

4:00 - 5:30 pm­MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR JERNIGAN INSTITUTE
Duluth B Room, Level 5
Attendees will learn the latest information about 
the Institute and about how they can utilize its 
programs to build the organization at the local 
level. We expect the discussion to spark new, 
imaginative ideas for future programs. Led by 
Mark Riccobono, Jernigan Institute Executive Director.


Whozit
  SATURDAY, JULY 4, Continued

4:00 - 6:00 pm­SPANISH SEMINAR
Brulé B Room, Level 5
Conducted entirely in Spanish.  Learn about the 
Federation, hear from some of our leaders, and 
network with other Hispanic 
members.  Facilitators: Rosy Carranza and A.Z. Martinez

4:30 - 5:30 pm­WAL-MART AND NFB JERNIGAN INSTITUTE: FUTURE INNOVATIONS FORUM
Brulé A Room, Level 5
Join a town hall meeting on Equal Access at the 
Pharmacy Counter.  Discuss emerging issues, best 
practices, and preferences as a blind or 
low-vision consumer. Influence future work 
through the NFB Jernigan Institute to encourage 
innovative Pharmacy practices and take the 
opportunity for the world's largest retailer to hear your voice.

4:30 - 6:00 pm­TWELFTH ANNUAL MOCK TRIAL­National 
Association of Blind Lawyers; Scott LaBarre, President
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
Admission: $5.00.  Federation lawyers are pitted 
against each other reenacting an old Federation 
case with the audience serving as the jury.

6:00 - 7:30 pm­NEWSLETTER PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE
DaVinci Room, Level 4
Covering state newsletters, formatting a good 
publication, and publishing in accessible formats.  Norma Crosby, Chairperson

6:00 - 10:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS
Ambassador Two Ballroom, Level 3
   6:00 pm–Registration ($5.00) & Meet-and-Greet; 7:00 pm–Meeting
Happy 42nd birthday to NABS!  Remember to bring 
your contact information on a Brailled index card 
for registration.  Terri Rupp, President

6:45 - 7:45 pm­IMAGINATION FUND TRAINING MEETING
Greco Room, Level 4
Kevan Worley, Facilitator





Whozit
  SATURDAY, JULY 4, Continued

7:00 - 8:30 pm­NFB AFFILIATE PRESIDENTS AND TREASURERS SEMINAR
Nicolet A Room, Level 5
Affiliate presidents and treasurers are asked to 
attend this seminar about state financial 
programs, financial data, and planning the end of 
2009 and beginning of 2010.  Topics include: 
990s, state charitable registrations, end-of-year 
preparations, and other issues. Facilitators: Bridgid Burke and Charlie Brown

7:00 - 8:30 pm­PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION
Richard A Room, Level 5
Ivan Weich, President

7:00 - 9:00 pm­CLASSICS, ANTIQUES, AND RODS (CARS) DIVISION



Renoir Room, Level 4

Joseph B. Naulty, President

7:00 - 9:00 pm­“KEYS TO INDEPENDENCE,” NATIONAL 
ASSOCIATION OF BLIND PIANO TECHNICIANS SEMINAR
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
Learn how to have a career in piano tuning and 
repair; it can enhance your independence. Don Mitchell, President

7:30 - 9:30 pm­MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE



Duluth B Room, Level 5

The more we educate, the more we grow.  Ron Gardner, Chairperson

7:30 - 10:00 pm­BLIND PARENTS GROUP
Brulé B Room, Level 5
Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson

8:00 - 9:00 pm­WHITE CANE AND AFFILIATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Raphael Room, Level 4
Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson

8:00 - 9:30 pm­WEBMASTERS WORKSHOP
Greco Room, Level 4
A meeting for all NFB affiliate and division Webmasters.
Gary Wunder, Chairperson, Webmasters Group


Whozit
  SATURDAY, JULY 4, Continued

8:00 - 10:00 pm­COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY SERVICES
Duluth A Room, Level 5
David Hyde, Chairperson

9:00 - 10:00 pm­SPANISH TRANSLATION COMMITTEE
Raphael Room, Level 4
Norman Gardner, Chairperson
































Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2009

7:15 - 8:15 am­ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
Fr. Gregory Paul, C.P., Celebrant

8:00 am - 10:00 pm­NFB-NEWSLINE® PRESENTATIONS
Room 6401, 60th floor
     8:00-11:00 am, 1:30-5:30 pm, and 8:30-10:00 pm­Learn about NEWSLINE
           In Your Pocket, Web News on Demand, and other new features.
     6:00-7:00 pm­Promotion, Evaluation, and Advancement of Technology
           Committee gathering. Learn about NFB-NEWSLINE’s revolutionary new
           online initiatives.

8:30 am - 5:00 pm­REGISTRATION ($20); BANQUET 
TICKET SALES ($40); Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

8:30 am 5:00 pm­ EXHIBITS AND NFB INDEPENDENCE 
MARKET AND LITERATURE­Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3

9:00 11:30 am­NFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to all)
Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4

11:45 am - 12:45 pm­THE DIVISION FOR ME­NFB YOUTH TRACK
Greco Room, Level 4
A meet-and-greet with NFB division 
representatives.  Coordinator: Mary Jo Thorpe. 
Co-sponsored by NOPBC and NFB Jernigan Institute.

11:45 am - 1:15 pm­CHURCH SERVICES FOR THE CHURCH 
OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3

12:00 noon - 2:00 pm­ROOKIE ROUNDUP GATHERING
Affiliate Action Suite 6801
Attention rookies!  Participate in a gathering of 
fun for first-time conventioneers.  This is a 
great opportunity to meet new people and have 
your convention questions answered by experienced Federationists.




Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

12:30 - 4:00 pm­DIABETES ACTION NETWORK FOR THE BLIND
Mackinac East Ballroom, Level 5
    12:30 pm – Registration; 1:00 pm – Meeting begins
Keynote speaker is Ann S. Williams, PhD, RN, CDE, 
a diabetes educator with much experience with 
diabetic issues. Mike Freeman, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS
Richard A Room, Level 5
    12:30 pm – Registration; 1:00 pm – Meeting begins
Examine laws affecting blind people and others 
with disabilities; address ongoing struggles to 
gain equal access to Web sites, employment, legal 
texts and exams. Scott LaBarre, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm­NFB IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
LaSalle B Room, Level 5
    12:30 pm – Registration; 1:00 pm – Meeting begins
Discuss recent releases, concerns of information 
technology professionals, and other topics.  Curtis Chong, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm­“OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THROUGH 
COURAGE AND DETERMINATION”­National Association 
of the Blind in Communities of Faith
Cadillac A Room, Level 5
    12:30 pm – Registration; 1:00 pm – Meeting begins; Tom Anderson, President

12:30 5:00 pm­REVOLUTIONIZING RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND MERCHANTS MEETING
Ambassador Two Ballroom, Level 3
   12:30 pm – Registration; 1:30 pm – Meeting begins
Those involved in the Randolph-Sheppard program 
or who operate a similar business discuss 
protection of the priority and the creation of 
new business opportunities and outreach.  Kevan Worley, President

12:30 - 5:00 pm­SPORTS AND RECREATION DIVISION
Skyline A Room, Courtyard Marriott
    12:30 pm – Registration; 1:00 pm – Meeting begins
Wear your sweats and come ready for hands-on 
presentations in yoga and much more!  Lisamaria Martinez, President


Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

12:45 - 4:30 pm­MIDDLE SCHOOL BIG ADVENTURE! (Ages 9-14)
Meet (and return) at back of Cascade A and B Ballrooms, Courtyard Marriott
Hang out as a group and have fun exploring with 
blind mentors Michael Freholm and Garrick Scott.

1:00 - 3:00 pm­BLIND PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS GROUP



Duluth A Room, Level 5

Elizabeth Campbell, Chairperson

1:00 3:00 pm­CULTURAL EXCHANGE AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Duluth B Room, Level 5
Diane McGeorge, Chairperson

1:00 3:00 pm­“GRABBING HEADLINES FOR YOUR 
AFFILIATE” SEMINAR­PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Nicolet B Room, Level 5
Topics: locating press contacts; drafting press 
releases; developing relationships with reporters 
and editors; working effectively with the media. 
Barbara Pierce, Chairperson; Seminar conducted by 
Chris Danielsen and Jessica Freeh, NFB Public Relations

1:00 - 3:00 pm­NOPBC DIVISION ANNUAL MEETING: 
MAKING THEIR FUTURE DREAMS COME TRUE
Cascade A and B Ballrooms, Courtyard Marriott
Carol Castellano, President

1:00 - 4:00 pm­PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION
DaVinci Room, Level 4
Unveiling the “Music of the Movement” 
album.  Hear from an artist recruiter about a 
media company paving the way for blind audio 
professionals. Dennis Holston, President

1:00 - 4:00 pm­WRITERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Renoir Room, Level 4
Robert Leslie Newman, President



Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

1:00 - 4:30 pm­NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BLIND EDUCATORS
Brulé B Room, Level 5
    1:00 pm – Registration; 1:30 pm – Meeting begins
Blind teachers discuss techniques they use in 
their classrooms; meeting in groups specific to 
grade level and content areas of interest to 
create a network of mentors. Sheila Koenig, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm­AUTO SHOW (CLASSICS, ANTIQUES, AND SPECIAL INTEREST VEHICLES)
Location to be announced.  Joe Naulty, CARS Division President

1:00 - 5:00 pm­NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY 
BRAILLE  (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION­SECTIONS THREE AND FOUR
Cascade C and D Ballrooms, Courtyard Marriott
Participants must have preregistered.  Sponsored 
by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board

1:00 - 5:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS
Brulé A Room, Level 5
    1:00 pm – Registration; 2:00 pm – Meeting begins
Network, share mutual interests, find placement 
strategies, and examine and discuss concerns and 
current issues.  Melody Lindsey, President

1:00 - 5:00 pm­“SENIORS IN CHARGE”
NFB SENIORS DIVISION MEETING & (SOMEWHAT) SILENT AUCTION
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5
Find out ways to spread our message of hope to 
newly blind seniors.  We’re also having our 
popular not-so-silent auction. Judy Sanders, President

1:00 - 6:00 pm­HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION SEMINAR AND BUSINESS MEETING
Nicolet A Room, Level 5
    1:00 pm – Registration; 2:00 pm – Meeting begins; 5:00 pm – Networking
Psychologists, social workers, counselors, and 
music or dance therapists meeting to network and 
ask questions.  Melissa Riccobono, President



Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

1:30 - 4:45 pm­knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Session One: 1:30 - 2:45 pm; Session Two: 3:00 - 4:45 pm
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!

3:00 - 4:30 pm­NOPBC PARENT POWER WORKSHOP
Cascade A and B Ballrooms, Courtyard Marriott
Parent leaders from around the country share 
their experiences.  Moderator: Barbara Mathews

3:15 - 4:45 pm­MEET THE BLIND MONTH ACTIVITIES 
AND OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS SEMINAR: PLANS AND ACTION EQUAL SUCCESS
Duluth B Room, Level 5
October is “Meet the Blind Month.” Find out about 
events that are entertaining and fun and 
encouraging chapters to try new types of 
fundraising and meet-and-greet events. Jerry Lazarus, NFB Jernigan Institute

5:00 - 6:30 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS RECEPTION
Richard B Room, Level 5
For NABL members and seminar participants to 
promote networking and fellowship within our 
membership. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar available.
Scott LaBarre, President

5:00 - 7:00 pm­BRAILLE BOOK FLEA MARKET
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3
Happy Birthday, Louis Braille!  Browse tables of 
new and used Braille and print/Braille 
books.  UPS volunteers will ship the books to 
your home free of charge.  Donations requested to 
support the Braille Readers are Leaders 
program.  Cake and snacks for 
browsers.  Cosponsored by NOPBC and NAPUB.  Coordinator: Peggy Chong

5:00 - 8:00 pm­JUDO WORKSHOP; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Skyline B Room, Courtyard Marriott
Join USA Judo and paralympian bronze medal winner 
Greg DeWall to learn about judo from people 
involved in the sport.  See you on the mat!  Lisamaria Martinez, President

Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

5:30 - 7:00 pm­KURZWEIL 1000 USERS’ MEETING
Richard A Room, Level 5
Join the Kurzweil 1000 Users’ Contingent!  Meet 
with Steve Baum, Vice President of Engineering, 
and share some Kurzweil 1000 
experiences.  Kurzweil 1000 is our 
state-of-the-art, text-to-speech and life 
navigation software for blind and visually impaired readers.

5:30 - 7:30 pm­AGRICULTURE AND EQUESTRIAN DIVISION
Duluth A Room, Level 5
Fred Chambers, President

6:00 - 10:00 pm­BACK TO BASICS: FOUNDATIONS IN 
MEMBERSHIP AND CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT
Ambassador Two Ballroom, Level 3
Topics: running a purposeful chapter meeting, 
community projects and chapter fundraising, and 
weaving Federation philosophy into local meetings.  NFB Affiliate Action Team

6:00 - 10:00 pm­DEAF BLIND DIVISION
Nicolet B Room, Level 5
    6:00 pm – Registration; 7:00 pm – Meeting begins
Burnell Brown, President

6:00 - 10:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG USERS SEMINAR
     6:00 pm – Registration; 7:00 pm – Meeting begins
Brulé A Room, Level 5
Topics: Islam, the Koran, and guide dogs; 
Training Centers and Guide Dogs: a panel 
discussion; and massage for dogs. You can also 
“test drive” a guide dog!  Marion Gwizdala, President

6:30 - 9:00 pm­ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINERS DIVISION
Renoir Room, Level 4
   6:30 pm – Registration; 7:00 pm – Meeting begins
Note-taking devices to recommend to clients and 
what to do about students who are seemingly 
“unteachable.”  Michael Barber, President



Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

6:30 - 9:30 pm­SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING DIVISION
Cascade A and B Ballrooms, Courtyard Marriott
   6:30 pm – Registration; 7:00 pm – Meeting begins
John Miller, President

7:00 - 8:30 pm­LIVING HISTORY GROUP
Nicolet A Room, Level 5
Dedicated to recording, preserving, and 
appreciating Federation history.  Michael Freholm, Chairperson

7:00 - 8:30 pm­“SOMETIMES TRUTH REPELS” a play by 
Jerry Whittle (Admission: $5.00; Second Performance is at 9:00 pm)
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
A play about the teaching career of Louis Braille 
performed by the Louisiana Center for the Blind 
Players. Proceeds go to the Louisiana Center for 
the Blind’s summer training program for blind children.

7:00 - 9:00 pm­COMMITTEE TO EMPOWER UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS
LaSalle B Room, Level 5
Ron Brown, Chairperson

7:00 - 9:00 pm­FEDERATION RE-GENERATION
Duluth B Room, Level 5
Do you need to rejuvenate and kick-start your 
affiliate with fresh ideas?   Re-generate!  Get a 
new generation involved.  Join the NFB Jernigan 
Institute Education Team to learn more about program possibilities.

7:00 - 9:00 pm­NFB KRAFTERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Cadillac A Room, Level 5
Unveiling new craft initiatives, including plans 
for a new Web site and information on our Monday 
night nationwide chats. Joyce Kane, President

7:00 - 9:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION TO PROMOTE 
THE USE OF BRAILLE (NAPUB) SEMINAR
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5
Celebrating Louis Braille’s 200th 
birthday!  Receive information about the 
commemorative Louis Braille silver dollar, the 
NFB Share Braille Web site project, and more.  Nadine Jacobson, President

Whozit
   SUNDAY, JULY 5, Continued

7:00 - 9:00 pm­NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND VETERANS
LaSalle A Room, Level 5
Guest speakers; reviewing access technology; 
unveiling the 2009 NABV pin.  Pay dues and 
receive an NABV-3 shirt.  Dwight Sayer, President

7:00 - 10:00 pm­MARCH FOR INDEPENDENCE MARCHER 
DROP-IN BRIEFINGS (THREE SEPARATE SESSIONS)
Brulé B Room, Level 5
    Session One: 7:00-8:00 pm; Session Two 
8:00-9:00 pm; Session Three 9:00-10:00 pm.  Drop 
in anytime and help us lead the 2009 March for 
Independence. Facilitator: Kevan Worley

7:30 - 9:00 pm­DADS’ NIGHT OUT
Contact Brad Weatherd for location
All dads, sighted and blind, are welcome.  Sponsored by the NOPBC

7:30 - 9:00 pm­NFB IN JUDAISM MEETING
Room 6405, 60th Floor
David Stayer, Chairperson

7:30 - 10:00 pm­COMMITTEE FOR THE PROMOTION, 
EVALUATION, AND ADVANCEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY; Gary Wunder, Chairperson
Greco Room, Level 4

8:00 - 9:30 pm­MAKING BRAILLE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3
Make Braille books at home that will inspire your 
child to read and explore.  Sponsored by 
NOPBC.  Instructors: Carlton Walker and Krystal Guillory

9:00 - 10:30 pm­“SOMETIMES TRUTH REPELS,” a play 
by Jerry Whittle (Second Performance) Admission: $5.00
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
A play about the teaching career of Louis Braille 
performed by the Louisiana Center for the Blind 
Players. Proceeds go to the Louisiana Center for 
the Blind’s summer training program for blind children.

9:30 - 10:30 pm­FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Raphael Room, Level 4
Coordinator: Gary Ray

A group of Whozits marching together.
   MONDAY, JULY 6, 2009

6:45 am­MOTOR CITY MARCH FOR INDEPENDENCE RALLY!
Please gather in the Wintergarden on Level A of 
the Detroit Marriott for a 7:00 am start.

NOTE: Because of the March for Independence, 
there are no registration, devotions, 
Independence Market and Literature, or Exhibit 
Hall activities on Monday morning.

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                                  OPENING GENERAL SESSION

9:30 am    INVOCATION

9:35 am    WELCOMING CEREMONIES

9:55 am    CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: VETERANS RECOGNIZED
                   Dwight Sayer, President, 
National Association of Blind Veterans,
                   National Federation of the Blind; Winter Gardens, Florida

10:05 am  ROLL CALL OF STATES AND APPOINTMENT OF 
NOMINATING                  COMMITTEE

11:45 am  REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

12:00 pm ADJOURN

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12:00 noon 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00 
pm­REGISTRATION ($20); FINAL BANQUET TICKET SALES 
($40)­Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

12:00 noon 1:45 pm­EXHIBITS AND NFB INDEPENDENCE 
MARKET AND LITERATURE­Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3

12:00 noon - 1:30 pm­NFB CHAPTER PRESIDENTS MEETING
AFFILIATE ACTION SUITE 6801
Informal gathering for NFB chapter presidents 
only to discuss issues of interest to 
Federationists at the grassroots level.  Chapter 
presidents attending this convention should not miss this important meeting.
Whozit
   MONDAY, JULY 6, Continued

12:15 - 2:00 pm­LOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND ALUMNI LUNCHEON
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3
Contact: Pam Allen, Director, Louisiana Center for the Blind

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GENERAL SESSION

2:00 pm    CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm    PRESIDENTIAL REPORT, Marc Maurer

3:00 pm    POLICIES TO ENHANCE EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSION, SAFETY,
                   AND           PRODUCTIVITY
                   The Honorable John D. Dingell, Member of Congress, 15th
                   Congressional District; Michigan

3:20 pm    PROMOTING PEDESTRIAN SAFETY: A 
PRIORITY FOR                   MANUFACTURERS
                   The Honorable Dave McCurdy, 
President and CEO, Alliance 
of                   Automobile Manufacturers; McLean, Virginia

3:40 pm    THE JOURNEY OF BRAILLE: FROM THE HANDS OF THE
                   CREATOR         TO EARTH ORBIT

4:00 pm    THE VALUE OF A COIN, OF A COMMUNICATION SYSTEM, AND
                   OF A CLASS OF HUMAN BEINGS
                   Fredric K. Schroeder, Ph.D., 
Research Professor, San Diego 
State                   University; Vienna, Virginia

4:25 pm    PROVIDING THE FUNDAMENTAL TOOLS: BRAILLE BOOKS
                   Brian A. McDonald, President, 
National Braille Press; Boston,                   Massachusetts

4:40 pm    REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

5:00 pm    ADJOURN


Whozit
   MONDAY, JULY 6, Continued

5:30 - 6:30 pm­NOMINATING COMMITTEE; Sharon Maneki, Chairperson



Cadillac A Room, Level 5


6:00 - 8:00 pm­AFB INTRODUCES ACCESSIBLE WALKING 
DIRECTIONS AND NEW CareerConnect FEATURES
Mackinac East Ballroom, Level 5
The American Foundation for the Blind’s reception 
introduces Mapquest Accessible Walking Directions 
and new CareerConnect offerings. Be the first to 
try a free on-line directions service. Join up as 
a CareerConnect leader or mentor.  We look 
forward to reconnecting with old friends.

6:00 - 9:00 pm­INDOOR ROWING; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Skyline A and B Rooms, Courtyard Marriott
Row your way into fitness and maintain a healthy 
lifestyle using an accessible rowing 
machine.  Prizes plus plenty of fun!  Lisamaria Martinez, President

6:30 - 8:00 pm­GUITAR SEMINAR
LaSalle B Room, Level 5
Learn about the guitar; get advice from a 
professional musician, Cameron Strife; $5 
donation.  Presented by the NFB Performing Arts Division

6:30 - 10:00 pm­NFB-NEWSLINE® PRESENTATION
Room 6401, 60th floor
Drop by and learn about NEWSLINE In Your Pocket, 
Web News on Demand, and other new features.

7:00 - 8:30 pm­NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR 
PARENTS, REHAB PROFESSIONALS, AND INTERESTED OTHERS:

           IEPs: Evals, Goals, Strategies, the Law
           Cascade A Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
             Instructor: Carlton Walker

           The Science of Getting in on Science
           Cascade B Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructors: Cary Supalo, Marilyn Winograd, Dr. Lillian Rankel

           Mental Mapping: Using Environmental Sounds and Clues
           Cascade C Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructor: Daniel Kish
Whozit
   MONDAY, JULY 6, Continued

7:00 - 8:30 pm­BOOKSHARE AT NFB MEMBER PARTY
LaSalle A Room, Level 5
Enjoy snacks and refreshments while meeting the 
Bookshare staff. This is your opportunity to talk 
with us and share your ideas; we’re here to 
listen.  Plan to have fun with contests, 
drawings, and interacting with your fellow 
members.  We look forward to seeing you.

7:00 - 9:00 pm­BRAILLE READERS ARE LEADERS: THE INITIATIVE FOR CHANGE
Duluth B Room, Level 5
One representative from each affiliate should 
attend this session. Help to ensure Braille 
literacy for all by learning about the exciting 
developments and discuss strategies for promoting 
Louis Braille bicentennial coins.

7:00 - 9:00 pm­MOVING LEGISLATION ON THE STATE AND NATIONAL LEVEL SEMINAR
Cadillac B Room, Level 5
Each affiliate should send one representative. 
Learn the best methods of increasing support for 
our legislative priorities.  Changing lives 
through laws is our business. Led by Jesse 
Hartle, NFB Strategic Initiatives Staff

7:00 - 10:00 pm­A SPECIAL EVENING FOR SPONSOR-LEVEL EXHIBITORS
Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3
The exhibit hall reopens for an evening dedicated 
solely to sponsor-level exhibitors. Come and 
bring a guest to say “thank you” to our sponsors 
and to enjoy their interesting offers and 
demonstrations. Our convention sponsors 
are­Platinum: HumanWare and UPS; Gold: Deque 
Systems, Inc., Freedom Scientific, and Oracle; 
Silver: En-Vision America, Intel®, and Wal-Mart; 
Bronze: Adobe, Council of U.S. Dog Guide Schools 
(CUSDGS), IBM, Independent Living Aids (ILA), and 
Microsoft; Exhibit Hall: GW Micro, J&B Medical 
Supply, National Industries for the Blind, 
ReadHowYouWant, and Roche Diagnostics.

7:00 - 10:00 pm­NOPBC CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY (ages 5-13)
A UNIVERSALLY FUN TIME
Cascade D Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
Drop in and explore the universe with Noreen 
Grice; volunteers led by Michael Freholm



Whozit
   MONDAY, JULY 6, Continued

7:00 - midnight­NFB OF MICHIGAN HOSPITALITY DANCE
Ambassador Ballroom, Level 3
“There may be trouble ahead
but while there’s 
moonlight and music and love and romance
let’s 
face the music and dance!” Join our host 
affiliate to enjoy dancing or simply listening to 
some really good music. Entertainment provided by 
“Nine,” a nine-piece band performing Motown, 
soul, classic rock, pop, and old standards.

7:30 - 8:30 pm­NFB YOUTH TRACK MEETINGS

           ME AND THE GOSSIP GIRLS (ages 14-18)
           Greco Room, Level 4
           Girls­bring your questions and thoughts about makeup, dating, or
            just how to get more involved in your school.

           ME AND THE GUYS (ages 14-18)
           Renoir Room, Level 4
           Guys­talk about cars, dating, school, 
or how to nail that perfect job
           to make a little extra money.

8:00 - 10:00 pm­COMMITTEE ON AUTOMOBILE AND 
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY (CAPS); Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
Nicolet A Room, Level 5

8:30 - 10:00 pm­NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR 
PARENTS, REHAB PROFESSIONALS, AND INTERESTED OTHERS

           Pro to Pro to Parent to Para­Learn How Your Child’s “Team” Can
           Work Together
           Cascade A Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
             Instructors: Dr. Denise Robinson and Gail Wagner




           Taking the Headaches Out of Adapting in Math

           Cascade B Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructors: Eric and Krystal Guillory

           Summer Jobs, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Volunteering
           Cascade C Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
           Instructor: Jan Bailey

Whozit
   TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2009

7:30 - 8:15 am­DEVOTIONS
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3

8:00 8:30 am­REGISTRATION ($20)
Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

**************************************************

                                            GENERAL SESSION

9:00 am    INVOCATION

9:05 am    FINANCIAL REPORT

10:00 am  ELECTIONS

10:30 am  EXPANDING ACCESS TO DIGITAL INFORMATION FOR THE
                   BLIND
                   Gilles Pepin, Chief Executive 
Officer, HumanWare; Drummondville, Canada

10:50 am  A BLIND ATHLETE IN THE PARALYMPICS
                   Tyler Merren, 2008 U.S. 
Paralympic Team Member, Men’s Goalball;                   Kalamazoo, Michigan

11:05 am  DEVELOPMENTS AT THE FIRST EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
                   FOR           THE BLIND IN THE UNITED STATES, PERKINS
                   Steven M. Rothstein, 
President, Perkins School for the Blind;
                   Watertown, Massachusetts

11:25 am  THE FEDERATION IN THE WORLD FROM THE PERSPECTIVE
                   OF THE WORLD BLIND UNION
                   Maryanne Diamond, President, World Blind Union; Melbourne,
                   Australia

11:40 am  REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

12:00 pm ADJOURN

Whozit
   TUESDAY, JULY 7, Continued

12:00 noon 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00 
pm­REGISTRATION ($20) Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

12:00 noon 1:45 pm­EXHIBITS AND NFB INDEPENDENCE 
MARKET AND LITERATURE­(Final Time Period for 
Independence Market and Literature)
Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3

**************************************************

                                            GENERAL SESSION

2:00 pm    CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm    STRATEGIC INITIATIVES REPORT
                   John Paré, Executive Director 
for Strategic Initiatives, National
                   Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

2:35 pm    REPORTS, RESOLUTIONS, AND OTHER BUSINESS

5:00 pm    ADJOURN

**************************************************

6:00 - 10:00 pm­IT WASN'T ME, A MURDER MYSTERY AT THE CLUB
Mackinac East Ballroom, Level 5
Play along as guests at a dance club while 
private investigators try to solve a 
murder.  Early arrivers are assigned a character 
role to play for the evening.  Latecomers won't 
be able to play along but are welcome to watch 
the game and enjoy the experience.  Presented by NFB Youth Track.

6:30 - 9:00 pm­COLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND OPEN HOUSE
Brulé A and B Rooms, Level 5
Discover how good training can change your life. Julie Deden, Director

6:30 - 9:30 pm­NOPBC CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY (Ages 5-14)
WE WILL NOT LET CONVENTION ACQUAINTANCES BE FORGOT
Cascade C Ballroom, Courtyard Marriott
Led by Michael Freholm


Whozit
   TUESDAY, JULY 7, Continued

6:30 - 10:00 pm­NFB-NEWSLINE® PRESENTATION
Room 6401, 60th floor
Stop by and learn about NEWSLINE In Your Pocket, 
Web News on Demand, and other new features.

7:00 - 8:15 pm­knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!

7:00 - 8:30 pm­BLIND MUSICIANS GROUP BUSINESS MEETING
Duluth B Room, Level 5
Linda Mentink, Chairperson

7:00 - 8:30 pm­NINTH ANNUAL RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD 
RECEPTION HOSTED BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND MERCHANTS
Richard B Room, Level 5
Socialize, network, and learn more about 
Randolph-Sheppard and other business 
opportunities we can create through our work in 
the NFB. Kevan Worley, President

7:00 - 9:00 pm­COUNCIL OF U.S. DOG GUIDE SCHOOLS (CUSDGS) RECEPTION
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3
Learn how a dog guide can impact your life from 
featured speaker Michael Hingson, a World Trade 
Center survivor.  Meet representatives from 
participating schools and learn about their 
programs.  You can even schedule a “Juno” walk for later in the week.

7:00 9:00 pm­“SOCIAL SECURITY AND SUPPLEMENTAL 
SECURITY INCOME: WHAT APPLICANTS, ADVOCATES, AND 
RECIPIENTS SHOULD KNOW” SEMINAR
Cadillac B Room, Level 5
Information on Social Security and SSI benefits, 
including the income subsidy program for those 
receiving the Medicare prescription drug benefit. 
Presenter: Dan Frye, Attorney and Associate Editor of the Braille Monitor


Whozit
   TUESDAY, JULY 7, Continued

7:00 10:00 pm­EXHIBITS ONLY (Independence Market 
and Literature Closed)­Ontario Exhibit Hall, Level 3

7:00 - 11:00 pm­ANNUAL SHOWCASE OF TALENT­Admission $5.00
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3
Register early by contacting Beth Allred at the 
convention. Proceeds benefit the scholarship 
program in memory of Mary Ann Parks. Sponsored by 
the Performing Arts Division; Dennis Holston, President

7:00 - 11:00 pm­HUMANWARE LOW VISION PRODUCTS SEMINAR
Nicolet B Room, Level 5
Come and learn about HumanWare’s exciting low 
vision products in a hands-on, interactive 
seminar: myReader 2 video magnifier; SmartView 
desktop units; portable handheld devices; and a 
distance viewing system.  Presenter: Ed Wikdall

8:00 - 10:00 pm­COMMITTEE ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
LaSalle A Room, Level 5
If you have an interest in new technologies and 
believe that spectacular accomplishments are 
possible when blind people themselves are 
involved­then join our meeting.  Curtis Chong, Chairperson

8:00 - 11:30 pm­MONTE CARLO NIGHT
Mackinac West Ballroom, Level 5
Try your luck at any of the usual card games 
found on a casino floor.  Prizes go to the top 
three winners holding the most chips at the end 
of the evening.  Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students

8:30 - 9:45 pm­knfbReader MOBILE DEMONSTRATION & TRAINING
Greco Room, Level 4
Use your cell phone to read print­it’s really 
that simple!  Come and learn how this fabulous, 
life-changing technology can work for you.  Go 
totally mobile and join the reading revolution today!

9:30 - 10:30 pm­FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Raphael Room, Level 4
Coordinator: Gary Ray


Whozit
   WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2009

8:00 - 8:45 am­DEVOTIONS
Ambassador One Ballroom, Level 3

8:30 9:00 am­REGISTRATION ($20)­Final opportunity to register.
Renaissance Foyer, Level 4

**************************************************






GENERAL SESSION


9:00 am    INVOCATION

9:05 am    THE NEAR-PERFECT AUDIO BOOK: HOW WE DO IT
                   Frank Kurt Cylke, Director, 
National Library Service for the Blind and
                   Physically Handicapped, 
Library of Congress; Washington, D.C.

                   Mary Beth Wise, Quality 
Assurance Specialist, National Library
                   Service for the Blind and 
Physically Handicapped, Library of
                   Congress;           Washington, D.C.

9:25 am    QUESTIONS AND DISCUSSION

9:30 am    THE DEMAND, THE CRISIS, THE SOLUTION IN EDUCATION FOR
                   THE BLIND
                   Edward Bell, Ph.D., Director, Professional Development and
                   Research Institute on 
Blindness, Louisiana Tech University; Ruston,
                   Louisiana

9:45 am    THE THEORY AND THE PRACTICE: EDUCATION FOR THE
                   BLIND IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL
                   Denise M. Robinson, Ph.D., Teacher and Coordinator of
                   Programming for Blind and 
Visually Impaired Students; Yakima,
                   Washington

10:00 am  WHY ARE YOU TRYING TO MAKE THAT CHILD BLIND?
                   Carol Castellano, President, 
National Organization of Parents of
                   Blind Children, National 
Federation of the Blind; Madison, New
                   Jersey

Whozit
   WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, Continued

10:20 am  TEACHING AN ESSENTIAL SKILL: BRAILLE
                   Jerry Whittle, 
Teacher-Counselor, Louisiana Center for the Blind;
                   Ruston, Louisiana

                   April Davis, Coordinator of 
Summer Programs for Blind 
Children,                   Louisiana Center for the Blind; Ruston, Louisiana

                   James Mays, Industrial Arts 
Teacher, Louisiana Center for the Blind;                   Ruston, Louisiana

                   Deja Powell, Cane Travel 
Instructor, Utah Division of Services for 
the                   Blind and Visually Impaired; Salt Lake City, Utah

                   Anil Lewis, President, 
National Federation of the Blind of Georgia;
                   Atlanta, Georgia

                   Terri Rupp, President, 
National Federation of the Blind of Nevada;
                   Las Vegas, Nevada

10:50 am  FROM THE CENTER OF HISTORY: FIVE YEARS INTO THE
                   FUTURE OF THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
                   JERNIGAN INSTITUTE
                   Mark Riccobono, Executive 
Director, National Federation of the 
Blind                   Jernigan Institute; Baltimore, Maryland

11:10 am  FRONTIER CAREERS FOR THE BLIND INCLUDE ENGINEERING
                   Leigh R. Abts, Ph.D., Research 
Associate Professor of Engineering
                   and Education, University of 
Maryland; College Park, Maryland

11:25 am  NFB NEWSLINE: FROM PHONE TO COMPUTER TO PODCAST
                   TO POCKET
                   Scott White, Director of 
Sponsored Technology, National Federation
                   of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland

11:40 am  REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

  12:00 pm ADJOURN


Whozit
   WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, Continued

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm­HAM RADIO GROUP BUSINESS MEETING
Raphael Room, Level 4
We will consider the amendment of the division 
constitution that we adopted last year. D. Curtis 
Willoughby (KA0VBA), Chairperson

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm­NFB CAMP TOY SALE
Marquette A Room, Level 5
Everything must go­30 to 70 percent off toys purchased for NFB Camp.

12:00 noon - 1:45 pm­RAFFLES AND DRAWINGS
LaSalle A Room, Level 5

12:15 - 1:45 pm­EVERYTHING YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NLS
Nicolet B Room, Level 5
A question-and-answer session with Frank Kurt Cylke, Director, and staff of the
National Library Service for the Blind and 
Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress.

**************************************************






                                            GENERAL SESSION


2:00 pm    CALL TO ORDER

2:05 pm    SHAPING THE STANDARD FOR THE LEGAL 
COMMUNITY: THE                   NECESSITY FOR ACCESS TO INFORMATION FOR ALL
                   Daniel Goldstein, Esq., 
Partner, Brown, Goldstein & Levy, LLP;
                   Baltimore, Maryland

2:25 pm    NEGOTIATING ACCESSIBLE ELECTRONIC 
BOOKS: A MASSIVE                   UNDERTAKING, A SMASHING SUCCESS
                   Jack Bernard, Esq., Chair, 
Counsel for Disability Concerns, and
                   Assistant General Counsel, 
University of Michigan; Ann Arbor,
                   Michigan

2:45 pm    THE COMMITMENT OF MICROSOFT TO ACCESSIBLE
                   TECHNOLOGY
                   Rob Sinclair, Director of 
Accessibility, Microsoft Corporation;
                   Redmond, Washington
Whozit
   WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, Continued

3:05 pm    TRANSCENDING THE BARRIERS OF YESTERDAY,
                   ANTICIPATING THE ROMANCE OF THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
                   WITH THE TECHNOLOGY OF TOMORROW
                   Ray Kurzweil, President and 
Chief Executive Officer, 
KNFB-Reading                   Technology, Inc.; 
Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts

3:25 pm    REPRESENTING THE CITY OF CHICAGO
                   Patti Chang, Esq., Senior 
Corporation Counsel, City of Chicago;
                   Chicago, Illinois

3:45 pm    DR. JACOB BOLOTIN AWARD
                   Gary Wunder, Chairperson, Dr. 
Jacob Bolotin Award Committee, 
and                   Secretary, National 
Federation of the Blind; Columbia, Missouri

4:15 pm    THE RIGHT OF THE PEDESTRIAN TO BE SAFE IN THE WORLD
                   Ronald Medford, Acting Deputy 
Administrator, National Highway
                   Traffic Safety Administration; Washington, D.C.

4:30 pm    REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS

5:00 pm    ADJOURN

**************************************************

7:00 pm­BANQUET



Renaissance Ballroom, Level 4

INVOCATION
MASTER OF CEREMONIES:  Fredric K. Schroeder
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
BANQUET ADDRESS: Marc Maurer
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

10:00 pm - midnight­AFTER BANQUET PARTY
Ambassador Three Ballroom, Level 3

10:00 pm­SCIENCE FICTION MEETING
All persons interested in science fiction and 
fantasy are welcome to join in an open 
discussion.  Please contact Ed Meskys for room location.

Whozit
  Thank You...

The National Federation of the Blind would like 
to give a special thank you to VBrick Systems for 
donating the technology and Internet services to 
allow full streaming of all general sessions of 
the convention, the meeting of the board of 
directors, and the annual banquet.  Through this 
contribution, more individuals will learn about 
the outstanding work that comes out of the 
largest gathering of the blind in the world.

           The National Federation of the Blind 
acknowledges with gratitude our Platinum, Gold, 
Silver, Bronze, and Exhibit Hall Convention 
Sponsors below. Their messages follow.

Platinum Sponsors:
HumanWare
UPS

Gold Sponsors:
Deque Systems, Inc.
Freedom Scientific
Oracle

Silver Sponsors:
En-Vision America
Intel®
Wal-Mart

Bronze Sponsors:
Adobe
Council of U.S. Dog Guide Schools (CUSDGS)
IBM
Independent Living Aids (ILA)
Microsoft

Exhibit Hall Sponsors:
GW Micro
J&B Medical Supply
National Industries for the Blind
ReadHowYouWant
Roche Diagnostics


David Andrews and white cane Harry.
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