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September 2023 Monthly Digest

Welcome to our September 2023 monthly Digest: a monthly newsletter of the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania! You can receive this newsletter in your inbox by contacting Stacie Leap at nfb.stacie@gmail.com. You can also listen to this newsletter as an episode of White Canes Connect. The events and information listed below will be … Read more

Celebration of Veterans at State Convention

Celebration of VeteransNovember 9, 2023Crowne Plaza Hotel HarrisburgDoors open at 6:30 PMEvent begins at 7:30 PM Celebrate our Veterans at State Convention.  The evening events celebrate our members and family serving our country in the armed services.  This includes special presenters from the National Association of Blind Veterans and others. Please click here if you … Read more

2023 State Convention Registration for Professionals

The National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania offers Certification of Attendance for Professionals attending our conferences, seminars, and workshops. These certifications can be self-submitted to employers or agencies for Continuing Education Credit/Act 48 (dependent upon your employer or agency). Please register one professional at a time by filling out the form below. Additional information … Read more

2023 Agenda

This is a preliminary agenda for the 2023 State Convention in Harrisburg November 9 to 12. Check back in November for a complete up-to-date agenda. Registration will be held Thursday, Nov. 9th from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and on Friday, Nov. 10th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM outside of Ballroom A and B,. 2nd … Read more

Crowne Plaza Hotel Harrisburg, the site of the 2023 NFB of PA State Convention.

Reservations for Crowne Plaza Hotel

We are happy to be returning to the Crowne Plaza at 23 South Second Street in Harrisburg for our 2023 State Convention. The hotel is now accepting room reservations for the State Convention. To make your reservation 24 hours a day, seven days a week, please visit our room reservation booking link or dial 717-234-5021 and state that you are … Read more

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2023 State Convention Registration

We are excited to see you in Harrisburg from November 9 through November 12! Please register by filling out the form below. Registration pricing increases on September 15, 2023, so don’t delay. Please call (215) 988-0888 if other arrangements are necessary. Meals are optional. Meals cannot be ordered after October 15. The NFB of PA … Read more

2023 State Convention Sponsorship Opportunities

We appreciate your interest in supporting the 2023 National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania State Convention on November 9, 10, 11, and 12 at the Crowne Plaza in Harrisburg, PA. These opportunities will be available through October 15, 2023 If you have any questions, please email Emily. Sponsorship Levels All sponsors will be recognized … Read more

2023 Exhibit Hall Registration

We appreciate your interest in becoming an exhibitor at our 2023 State Convention.  Please make sure you provide the following information.  One event registration is included with your exhibit hall payment.  If you need to register additional attendees please return to the attendee registration page after completing this form.  Sponsor levels include the exhibit hall … Read more

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Preparing for National Convention: #NFB23

The National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is gearing up for its highly anticipated National Convention, set to take place in the vibrant city of Houston. With #NFB23 just around the corner, blind and visually impaired individuals, advocates, professionals, and allies eagerly prepare for an event that promises inspiration, knowledge, and connections. And the NFB … Read more

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Unleashing Talent: Angelina Defies Blindness in Captivating Lion King Jr Performance

You may have heard Angelina singing the National Anthem at State or National Convention or you may have enjoyed her performances at the affiliate piano bar.  Now she is taking her talent to the community theater.  Angelina does not let her total blindness stop her creative passion, and she has found a place to showcase … Read more

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