Message-ID: <Pine.SUN.3.91.960105171934.9281A-100000@linda.teleport.com> Date: Fri, 5 Jan 1996 17:27:41 -0800 From: Robert Jaquiss <mailto:robertj@TELEPORT.COM> Subject: NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND 1996 CONVENTION To: Multiple recipients of list DEVEL-L <mailto:DEVEL-L@AMERICAN.EDU>
Hello:The following information should be of interest to anyone who is working with persons who are blind or visually disabled.
Robert Jaquiss
Member:
National Federation of the Blind
------------------------------------------------------------------ CONVENTION 1996: WE GO TO ANAHEIM by Kenneth Jernigan
The time has come to plan for the 1996 convention of the National Federation of the Blind. As Federationists know, our recent National Conventions in Detroit and Chicago were outstanding in every sense of the word--excellent programs, good food and facilities, and wonderful hospitality. But Anaheim in '96 promises to be the best we have ever had. The last time we were in California was Los Angeles in 1976, twenty years ago. We now return to Southern California, bigger and stronger than ever before in our history and ready for a wonderful convention. President Jim Willows and the other leaders and members of the NFB of California tell me that plans are going forward for a spectacular meeting. We are going to the Anaheim Hilton at 777 Convention Way in Anaheim. Those of you who attended the 1995 convention at the Hilton and Towers in Chicago know how good a Hilton can be, and the one in Anaheim is among the best. A short distance away from Disneyland, the Anaheim Hilton has all of the elements required for a tremendous convention. Let's begin with the rates: one in a room, $45 per night; two in a room, $47; three in a room, $54; and four in a room, $57. As you can see, these rates are slightly better than we had last year in Chicago. In addition to the room rates, there will be a tax. At the time Mrs. Jernigan and I made the arrangements with the hotel, it was just under 15 percent. There will be no charge for children in a room with parents as long as no extra bed is required. If you want to come a few days early or stay a few days late, convention rates will apply. As to the meeting facilities, there are two side-by-side ballrooms (the Pacific Ballroom and the California Pavilion) located on the ballroom level. We will use one for our general sessions and the other for exhibits. This will give us maximum efficiency and convenience. In recent years we have sometimes taken hotel reservations through the National Office, but for the 1996 convention you should write directly to Anaheim Hilton, 777 Convention Way, Anaheim, California 92802-3497, Attention: Reservations; or call (714) 750-4321. Hilton has a national toll-free number, but do not (we emphasize NOT) use it. Reservations made through this national number will not be valid. They must be made directly with the Anaheim Hilton in Anaheim. Here are the convention dates and schedule: Saturday, June 29--seminars for parents of blind children, blind job seekers, and vendors and merchants; several other workshops and meetings. Sunday, June 30--convention registration, first meeting of the Resolutions Committee, other committees, and some of the divisions. Monday, July 1--meeting of the Board of Directors (open to all), division meetings, committee meetings, continuing registration. Tuesday, July 2- -opening general session, evening gala. Wednesday, July 3--general sessions, tours (you can bet that Disneyland will be on the list). Thursday, July 4-- general sessions, banquet. Friday, July 5--general sessions, adjournment. There are two major airports one can use when flying into the Anaheim area. They are Los Angeles International Airport and John Wayne Orange County Airport. It may be easier to find a flight into Los Angeles International, but John Wayne is closer to the Anaheim Hilton. Keep both of these airports in mind when you make your travel arrangements. Remember that we need door prizes from state affiliates, local chapters, and individuals. Prizes should be relatively small in size and large in value. Cash is always popular. In any case, we ask that no prize have a value of less than $25. Drawings will be made steadily throughout the convention sessions. As usual the grand prize at the banquet will be spectacular--worthy of the occasion and the host affiliate. The 1995 grand prize in Chicago was a thousand dollars in cash. The 1996 grand prize will be at least as good. Don't miss the fun! You may bring door prizes with you or send them ahead of time to Patsy and Bob Ramlo, 401 Livingston Avenue, Placentia, California 92670-2420. The displays of new technology; the meetings of special interest groups, committees, and divisions; the exciting tours; the hospitality and renewed friendships; the solid program items; and the exhilaration of being where the action is and where the decisions are being made--all of these join together to call the blind of the nation to the Anaheim Hilton Hotel in California in July of 1996. Come and be part of it all.
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Additional notes
There is no preregistration. Attendees make their hotel reservations as described above and register at the convention. I believe the total registration fees including the banquet will be between $35 and $40 (US). The phone number for the National Federation of the blind is (410) 659-9314.
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