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11/04/2025

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We’re in the final stretch to the NFB of PA State Convention in Harrisburg! The Senior Possibilities Fair kicks off Thursday morning, November 13, followed by four days of meetings, sessions, and fun—including Family Feud, the auction, and our sponsors’ presentations. This week also brings our final convention planning meeting Tuesday, Coffee with the President Wednesday, and two Saturday chapter meetings in Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley. Plus, don’t miss the Blind Merchants Holiday Party room-block deadline—Wednesday, November 5. See you in Harrisburg!

We’re in the home stretch to the NFB of PA State Convention!. The Senior Possibilities Fair kicks off Thursday morning, November 13, followed by four packed ...

11/01/2025

🚆 From Hershey to NYC, my October was one long adventure filled with rideshares, roadblocks, and a whole lot of resilience.

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In iCantCU episode 291, I share how every trip—whether to Pittsburgh, New York, or Hershey—came with its own transportation twist: canceled SEPTA trains, late Amtrak rides, missing drivers, and even a crosswalk with no traffic light.

Along the way, I made it to Dancing in the Dark, the PATTAN Tech Adventures event, the Blind Travel Foundation fundraiser, and Laugh for Sight—plus picked up some great ideas for our upcoming NFB of PA State Convention.

10/20/2025

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It’s a big week across the Keystone State! In this edition of Federation Focus for the week of October 20, David’s got six meetings to tell you about, important updates on the NFB of PA State Convention, and the announcement of our Platinum Sponsor—Waymo! We’re less than a month from gathering in Harrisburg, and there’s so much happening—from the Senior Possibilities Fair and Tech Seminar to Family Feud Night and the auction. Plus, the Blind Merchants Holiday Party in December.

It’s a jam-packed week across the Keystone State as six meetings fill the calendar in this edition of Federation Focus for the week of October 20. From the D...

10/06/2025

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It’s a busy week across the Keystone State for the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania! In this week’s Federation Focus, I share details on our upcoming State Convention in Harrisburg, reminders about hotel and registration deadlines, and some exciting sponsor news. Plus, get the scoop on chapter meetings, the POBP Parent Seminar on October 18, and a great resource you may not know about — NFB-NEWSLINE.

Watch, stay informed, and help us build the Federation together!

Watch this week’s Federation Focus video for all the updates you need for the week of October 6! It’s a busy one — starting with the State Convention Plannin...

10/02/2025

🎥 Watch Episode 290 of iCantCU: https://youtu.be/gfyNio_X8to

In this episode, I talk about the troubling misconceptions blind people still face—even from healthcare professionals. One nurse actually asked me how I get dressed. Not what I wear, but literally how I put on clothes. That moment led me to reflect on something even more troubling: blind parents in Pennsylvania losing custody of their children simply because they’re blind.

I also share lighter moments, from Ziggy’s broken Christmas pickle to crab feasts, travel, and convention prep. Join me inside Studio B for advocacy, stories, and some laughs along the way.

10/01/2025

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👀 Ever been asked how you get dressed—not what you wear, but literally how you put on clothes? That’s a question I recently got from a healthcare professional, and it speaks volumes about the misconceptions blind people face every day. In episode 290 of iCantCU, I share that story and connect it to something even more troubling: blind parents losing custody of their children simply because of blindness.

I also lighten things up with Ziggy’s broken Christmas pickle, a crab feast in Baltimore, and a trip to Johnstown’s Hiram G. Andrews Center.

09/29/2025

⏰ The countdown is on—our state convention is only six weeks away! Watch this week’s Federation Focus for important updates: https://youtu.be/73g3ve7z-S8

Don’t miss the October 1 Coffee with the President & Board or the October 4 Jigsaw Chapter meeting. State Convention hotel reservations close October 13, and meal registration ends October 15—no on-site meal orders will be available.

We’ve also got details on the Senior Possibilities Fair, fundraisers, raffle deadlines, scholarships, and more. Stay connected, get involved, and join us as we build the NFB of PA together!

In the September 29 update, David Goldstein shares two important meetings—the October 1 Coffee with the President and Board, and the October 4 Jigsaw Chapter...

09/28/2025

New episode: InnoSearch.ai—Redefining Accessible Online Shopping.
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Lisa Bryant and David Goldstein talk with co-founders Patrick Long and Bryan Vuong about building an accessibility layer that makes shopping and flight booking simple for blind and low-vision users—with food and grocery delivery on the way. Prefer the phone? Order via 1-855-746-7478 (1-855-SHOP-GPT). We also discuss partnerships with Be My Eyes and the NFB, cashback rewards, and an upcoming mobile app.

09/22/2025

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This week’s Federation Focus is packed with updates! We’ve got 5 meetings on the calendar: convention planning, seniors, Brandywine Valley, Greater Philly, and Erie County. Convention registration is now open with flexible à la carte pricing, and we’re seeking door prizes and auction items. Remember: scholarship applications and raffle ticket stubs are due September 30. Fundraisers are also underway, including the Greater Lehigh Valley Gala and Panera gift card sales. Stay connected, get involved, and help us strengthen the NFB of Pennsylvania!

In this edition of Federation Focus, David Goldstein, First Vice President of the NFB of PA, shares a packed fall schedule. Five meetings are on deck, includ...

09/15/2025

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⏰ Time is almost up! Today, September 15, is the very last chance to grab the all-inclusive early bird package for the NFB of PA State Convention. For just $200, you’ll get registration plus nine meals—a savings of nearly $70 compared to paying separately.
Convention runs November 13–16 in Harrisburg with tech seminars, Family Feud, division meetings, auction night, general sessions, and a celebration of the NFB’s 85th anniversary. Scholarship applications are due September 30, and we’ve got raffle tickets and fundraisers happening, too.
Join us and be part of building a stronger Federation!

This week’s Federation Focus is packed with important updates. First and foremost, the all-inclusive early bird package for the State Convention ends tonight...

09/01/2025

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We’ve got a lot happening across Pennsylvania! Scholarship raffle tickets are on sale—1,000 tickets means $5,000 raised to support next year’s scholarship winners. The Greater Philadelphia Chapter heads to Atlantic City on September 2, while the Capital Chapter continues its Panera e-gift card fundraiser. Looking ahead, the Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter’s Dancing in the Dark to Be Dancing in the Light gala is coming in October. And of course, our State Convention is set for November 13–16 in Harrisburg, with meals, entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

This week’s Federation Focus is packed with fundraisers, convention updates, and ways to get involved. Scroll down for all of the links and info!NFB of PA St...

09/01/2025

🎥 New on iCantCU!�https://youtu.be/mMZ3mQSA1mI
I dive into the world of smart glasses with a closer look at the new Envision Ally Solos—designed specifically for blind and low-vision users. Unlike Ray-Ban or Oakley Metas, which focus on social media, the Ally Solos put accessibility first.
In this episode, I compare their features with my Ray-Ban Metas, sharing the highs (great for photos, music, quick info) and the lows (endless notifications, frustrating Bluetooth issues).
Will the Ally Solos finally deliver the accessibility-focused experience we’ve been waiting for? Watch now and let me know your thoughts!

👓 In this episode of iCantCU, I take a closer look at the new Envision Ally Solos smart glasses and compare them to the Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta glasses...