[Nfbnet-members-list] Upcoming Federation Virtual Events
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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. This list can be
found at
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17069&qid=>nfb.org/COVID19,
and virtual events will also be posted throughout
the week to the
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17049&qid=>NFB-Announce
listserv.
Reminder: Presidential Release
Thursday, June 4 at 8:00 p.m. EDT: Join this
national teleconference with President Mark
Riccobono as he delivers the June 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 and put PR495 in the subject line.
Zoom Meeting ID: 928 3458 2024
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,92834582024#
Monday, June 8
1:00 p.m. EDT | Relaxation Hour
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this time
for learning and doing yoga exercises, breathing
techniques, and meditations. It will be a time
for everyone to let go of their stress and
frustration. The immune system is proven to work
more optimally under little to no stress.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Issues
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss
legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws
affecting the education of your blind children,
and more. Please note that this event is
informative and does not represent any form of
legal advice. To contact Emily, email her at:
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17173&qid=3728618>vp2 at nfbp.org.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Loving Through a Window
Sponsored by NFB of Ohio, join the honest
conversation on “Loving Through a Window.” This
heartfelt discussion will address social
distancing experiences between adults and
children during the pandemic. As visitations are
limited, emotions are strained because of little
physical interactions. Thus, that hug and embrace
from your little one or a face-to-face
conversation with a parent or grandparent who is in a nursing home is missed.
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
5:00 p.m. EDT | Reading Roundtable
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss your
favorite books, what you are currently reading,
and books that others recommend. Marsha will also
try to have blind authors as special guests each week.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:30 p.m. EDT | Tech Talk
Sponsored by NFB of California, explore all that
your smart phone can do for you. Questions can
include, but are not limited to, using the Zoom
app, sending text messages, downloading content,
and anything else you can think of. You can email
questions ahead of time to rkcole72984 at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
Password: 009343
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#
Tuesday, June 9
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we
read and discuss another great Kernel Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:15 p.m. EDT | Trivia Night
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us for a
fun game of Jeopardy, where you can be a contestant.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Community Involvement and Advocacy
Sponsored by NFB of Ohio, join the discussion on
how to engage members, communities, and other
entities. Federation panelists will be Libra
Robinson, CEO of Insight VIP Services for the
Blind and Visually Impaired and a recipient of
the Jacob Bolotin Award, Adelmo Vigil, national
board member and NFB of New Mexico President, Lee
Martin, NFB-NEWSLINE® Indiana coordinator and
recipient of the MLK Jr. Freedom Award and
Suzanne Turner, CEO of Disability Movement,
Co-Host of the Aware Radio Program and NFB of Ohio Vice President.
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
Wednesday, June 10
10:30 a.m. EDT | Women Survivors
Sponsored by the NFB of Pennsylvania, discuss the
effects that social distancing is having on each
of us during this coronavirus pandemic.
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, we will be
doing brief workouts and stretching exercises to
boost our immune systems and health.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
2:00 p.m. EDT | Coffee and Legislative Conversation
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join to discuss
legislative issues facing blind Americans, laws
affecting the education of blind children, and
our NFB Braille Enrichment for Literacy and
Learning (BELL)® programs scheduled for this
summer. Parents, teachers of blind students, and
anyone interested in the topics of legislation,
parenting, and education are encouraged to join
us. Please note that this event is informative
and does not represent any form of legal advice.
To contact Emily, email her at:
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17173&qid=3728618>vp2 at nfbp.org.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
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#
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, Voice Over, Oh My!
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn how to
navigate iOS devices using Voice Over. We will
explore helpful built-in features and apps.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Navigating the Rehabilitation System
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about
blindness training, independence, and vocational
rehabilitation from Lynn Heitz and her special guest.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
Thursday, June 11
5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we
read and discuss another great Kernel Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
6:00 p.m. EDT | Exploring Be My Eyes
Sponsored by NFB of California, join Will Butler,
vice-president of Be My Eyes, to learn about how
you can use this amazing app to enhance your independence.
Zoom Meeting ID: 852 9962 2724
Password: 304351
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,85299622724#,,1#,304351#
6:30 p.m. EDT | Apps, Apps, Apps for iOS
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn more
about the most helpful apps. If you have
suggestions for apps to be featured please email:
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=17174&qid=3728618>marsha.drenth at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
7:00 p.m. EDT | Happy Hour Just in Time for Father’s Day!
Sponsored by NFB of Ohio, did your dad, granddad
or uncle sing along with Marvin Gaye, Frank
Sinatra, or make an original brand of jazz? We
want to hear all about it! So come and “doo wop, doo wop!”
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
8:00 p.m. EDT | NVDA Training
Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, learn about
NVDA, the free screen access software for Windows computers.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#
9:00 p.m. EDT | Learning from Our Virtual State Convention
Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, if your affiliate
is considering having a virtual convention, we
invite you to learn how we did our virtual
convention. We will go over our game plan,
discuss what went well, and talk about the
lessons we learned from hosting this convention.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#
Friday, June 12
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 and stretching exercises.
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#
8:00 p.m. EDT | Black Leaders Serving for Advancement: Happy Hour
Sponsored by Committee of Diversity and Inclusion
and open to all, please join this dialog with
African-American leaders in the National
Federation of the Blind. There will be fun, door prizes, and conversation!
Zoom Meeting ID: 408 185 0851
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,4081850851#
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phone number, or hit one-tap mobile, and add the
corresponding meeting ID listed for the event you
are joining. For an accessible tutorial of the
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Deadline Approaching: Register for National Convention
Tuesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 18, 2020
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