[NFBMI-Talk] National Federation of the Blind of Michigan-Friends, Food & Fun Night!!!

[Kashonia Graham]

Hello Federation Family,

Let’s kick off the 2026 NFB of Michigan State Convention with Friends, Food & Fun Night!

On Thursday, November 5, 2026, before the official convention activities begin, we will continue our Thursday-night restaurant tradition. This is your chance to reconnect with Federation friends, meet some new people, enjoy a good meal, and start convention weekend having fun.

We have four restaurant choices, each with its own Team Captain. Pick the restaurant that sounds good to you and make your reservation directly with that captain.

Team Donna – Pal’s Indian Cuisine

Team Captain: Donna Posont

Ready to add a little spice to your Thursday night?

Pal’s Indian Cuisine offers a flavorful selection of traditional Indian dishes, with options ranging from rich and savory curries to flavorful rice dishes, breads, vegetarian selections, and other Indian favorites.

Pal’s Indian Cuisine
2887 28th St. SE
Kentwood, MI

To reserve your spot with Team Donna, email:

Donna Posont
donnabutterfly50 at gmail.com

Team Pat – Ganders Restaurant & Lounge

Team Captain: Patricia Pyle

Want a good dinner without leaving the hotel? Team Pat may be calling your name!

Ganders Restaurant & Lounge is located right inside our convention hotel and offers American cuisine and seafood in a comfortable restaurant setting. No trip across town required. Just head downstairs and enjoy dinner with your Federation family.

To reserve your spot with Team Pat, email:

Patricia Pyle
patriciajpyle11 at gmail.com

Team Damontae – BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

Team Captain: Damontae Scott

Pizza anyone?

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is known for its deep-dish pizza, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, entrées, and, of course, its famous Pizookie desserts. If you’re looking for a casual, lively atmosphere with plenty of choices, Team Damontae might be your crew.

To reserve your spot with Team Damontae, email:

Damontae Scott
lennysox at icloud.com

Team KaShonia – The Cheesecake Factory

Team Captain: KaShonia Graham

Decisions, decisions, decisions!

The Cheesecake Factory is famous for its enormous menu with everything from appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, salads, and specialty entrées to more cheesecake choices than anybody reasonably needs to contemplate before dinner.

And yes, we fully expect you to save room for cheesecake!

To reserve your spot with Team KaShonia, text:

313-306-2452

Ready to Pick Your Team?

Choose one restaurant and contact that restaurant’s Team Captain directly to make your reservation.

Please make your reservation in advance so each captain can provide their restaurant with an accurate number of guests.

Each participant will be responsible for the cost of their own meal, beverages, and other personal expenses.

Whether you’re craving Indian cuisine, American favorites at the hotel, deep-dish pizza, or a slice of cheesecake waiting at the end of dinner, there’s a table waiting for you!

Come hungry and ready for Friends, Food & Fun!

We look forward to seeing everyone in Grand Rapids!

National Federation of the Blind of Michigan
2026 State Convention
Friends, Food & Fun Night
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Appreciatively, KaShonia E. Graham
“Faith is taking the first step even when you can’t see the whole staircase.”

MLK Jr.