[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.

Wednesday, May 13

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#

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=16877&qid=3633397>vp2 at nfbp.org.
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#

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#

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#

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

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this call 
to discuss what is informed choice and how it can 
be incorporated into your Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE).
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 
all-levels full-body stretch. At 7:45 p.m. EDT we 
will have an advanced full-body 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 distance 
learning time. For students, parents, educators, 
and interested minds struggling with accessibility.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#

Thursday, May 14

11:00 a.m. EDT | 
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16878&qid=3633397>Distance 
Education Interactive Lesson: Labeling

Each week participate in an activity designed to 
enhance the education of blind children. This week is all about labeling.
Zoom Meeting ID: 956 4857 5316
Password: 53276
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,95648575316#,,#,53276#

5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: 
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3633397>Ice 
Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and Worms

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join this 
meeting as we listen to and then discuss the 
Kernel Book story 
“<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16879&qid=3633397>Ice 
Cream, Peanuts, Popcorn, and Worms” by Kevan 
Worley, which appears in Beyond the Funny Tree.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

6:30 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: 
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16880&qid=3633397>marsha.drenth at gmail.com. 

Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Eating in the Pandemic

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, let’s talk about 
eating during the pandemic. We will discuss 
everything from how to get groceries to how to keep our over-snacking in check.
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 “Lock In” by John Scalzi.
Zoom Meeting ID: 614 307 0858
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,6143070858#

8:00 p.m. EDT | Cochlear Implants Discussion

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, attend this 
event to learn from a Federationist’s personal 
experience of getting cochlear implants for hearing loss.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

9:00 p.m. EDT | Unusual Useful Apps

Sponsored by NFB of Missouri, come and join this 
conversation to learn about useful apps that few 
people may know about. Tell us what apps you use 
which have not been very well promoted but should be.
Zoom Meeting ID: 714 852 9230
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,7148529230#

Friday, May 15

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

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, 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 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#

5:30 p.m. EDT | Let’s Laugh

Sponsored by NFB of New York, bring your funny 
stories and experiences and share with others. 
Come on, we’ve all been there so let’s laugh at ourselves.
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Philosophy Friday

Sponsored by NFB of Colorado, join us for a 
lively discussion centered around our Federation philosophy.
Zoom Meeting ID: 595 506 6474
One tap mobile: +13462487799,,5955066474#

7:00 p.m. EDT | Circle of Support

Sponsored by NFB of California, share and gain 
support and ideas from our peers about the 
multitude of things that we are encountering in our lives at this time.
Zoom Meeting ID: 321 763 502
Password: 4187
One tap mobile: +16699009128,,321763502#,,#,4187#

Saturday, May 16

2:00 p.m. EDT | Victor Stream

Sponsored by NFB of Maryland, learn how to use 
the Victor Reader Stream to organize information. 
You can use bookmarks, highlight bookmarks, and 
audio bookmarks to find the information you want 
quickly. Joel Zimba of HumanWare will show us how 
to use these features for greater productivity.
Zoom Meeting ID: 624 813 8327
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,6248138327#

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 are not limited to 
IEPs, 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#

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 18

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

Sponsored by NFB of Nevada, join this discussion 
with your favorite cup of coffee or beverage.
Zoom Meeting ID: 423 336 763
Password: 420120
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,423336763#,,#,420120#

12:00 p.m. EDT | Jaws Training

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, explore the 
capabilities and usability of the 
industry-leading JAWS screen reading application. 
We will be working with the Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888

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=16877&qid=3633397>vp2 at nfbp.org. 

Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

5:30 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussion: 
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3633397>Tapping 
the Charcoal

Sponsored by NFB of New York, join this 
discussion on the entire book of 
“<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16881&qid=3633397>Tapping 
the Charcoal.”
Zoom Meeting ID: 528 850 6207
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,5288506207#

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 
<https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16892&qid=3633397>rkcole72984 at gmail.com.
Zoom Meeting ID: 510 839 253
Password: 009343
One tap mobile: +16699006833,,510839253#,,#,009343#

Tuesday, May 19

5:00 p.m. EDT | Kernel Book Discussions

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, join us as we 
read and discuss a Kernel Book story.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

Wednesday, May 20

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#

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=16877&qid=3633397>vp2 at nfbp.org.
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#

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#

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

Sponsored by NFB of Pennsylvania, to learn about 
vocational rehabilitation and how it can help you reach your personal goals.
Zoom Meeting ID: 215 988 0888
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,2159880888#

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