[NFBWATlk] Join Us for the Upcoming NFB of Washington Greater Seattle Chapter Meeting, April 13, 2024

[Humberto Avila]

  National Federation of the Blind of Washington's Greater Chapter Meeting


Please join us for the monthly meeting of the National Federation for 
the Blind of Washington's Greater Seattle Chapter Meeting. It will be 
held on April 13, 2024, at Razzi's Pizzeria 
<http://www.razzispizza.com>, 8523 greenwood Avenue North, Seattle, WA  
98103.


There are a number of things that we need to cover and discuss, as well 
as having time to mingle, connect, and have some food with friends. So 
please come on, come as yourself, come as you are! Everybody who is 
Blind is welcome, as well as sighted friends and allies.


  * As always, there may be an icebreaker, so we can get to know each other!
  * We will be continuing the discussion of having chapter committees,
    so if you would like to air your contributions, have an idea, or
    want to collaborate within a committee, do not hesitate to chime in!
  * As said last month, the NFB National Convention
    <http://www.nfb.org/convention> is just right around the corner! We
    will be talking about it, plus we will have a discussion and a vote
    amongst members to see how much financial assistance our chapter's
    treasury can put in for having one, or some, of our members attend.
    and,if you would like some assistance in attending or planning to
    attend this beautiful convention of the largest gathering of Blind
    people in the nation, we will have all the juicy details during our
    meeting.
  * We will also be planning some awesome events that we want to do
    around the Greater Seattle area, potentially this spring, and into
    the summer! We have a yearly chapter picnic, which will be here
    before we know it. So we need to start planning for it. Our board
    will also be coordinating any fun outings with or without a
    fundraiser attached to it, now that the weather is getting nicer,
    and everybody's spirits are much more cheered up. Any input and
    ideas from our members is always appreciated.
  * We will also play the NFB Presidential Release, for April 2024. It
    has been a while since this chapter played the releases, so we can
    hopefully restart this as a routine for future chapter meetings. The
    NFB Presidential Releases are podcast-type summaries from the
    president of the national organization, detailing all aspects of
    what is going on with the blind community nationwide, new NFB
    programs, policies, events, and other things. So come in and be
    inspired to make change.
  * We may also have previous national convention experiences from
    members, philosophy discussions, reports from our new Secretary,
    treasurer and board members, a statewide update, and so much more!
    Oh yes, and of course, food! So come for the meeting, stay for the
    kinship and connections, grab some amazing food and make your
    Saturday afternoon a great one to enjoy.

Have an awesome day, and again, thanks so much for attending this 
chapter meeting in advance! This email will be sent in advance, so 
chapter members, friends and family can have plenty of planning room and 
transportation options. Hope to see you there this Saturday, an please 
remember to keep your feet on the ground, and keep reaching for the stars!



Sincerely,


Humberto Avila

Secretary, NFB of Washington Greater Seattle Chapter