Events Calendar

National Federation of the Blind of NJ Blind Professionals September Meeting: Leading Without Losing Yourself

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This month's topic: leading without losing yourself

As young blind professionals, many of us are balancing careers, personal lives, and deep involvement in the Federation. This session will explore how to lead and serve with purpose—without sacrificing your well-being or identity in the process. Join us for a candid conversation about boundaries, burnout, and building a sustainable life of impact.

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Event Contact:

Breeanna Douglas
Phone: (862) 249-2506

September 2025 NFBNJ Braille Group Meeting

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Mary Jo Partyka
Phone: 609-888-5459

NFBNJ Affiliate Convention Meeting

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Event Contact:

Linda Melendez
Phone: 908-590-1747

October NFBNJ Senior Committee Book Club

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This month's book: The stranger DB131068
Author: Modglin, Kiersten
Reading Time: 4 hours, 33 minutes
Read by: Maarleveld, Saskia, Odom, Traci, Pirhalla, John
Subjects: Mystery and Detective Stories, Suspense Fiction
Never trust a stranger ... But late at night and trapped in the middle of nowhere during a terrible snowstorm, Tibby and Walker have no choice. With roads shutting down and cell towers out, running into each other and deciding to travel together could either be their saving grace or worst mistake. When they're forced to take an unexpected detour and seek refuge in a roadside motel, the storm quickly becomes the least of their worries. A disturbing discovery in the motel, the questionable actions of the mysterious owner and fellow guests, and a news report about a missing couple in the area set the scene for a terrifying night, but the worst is yet to come. Each stranger holds a secret, but which one should be trusted?

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Event Contact:

Jane Degenshein
Phone: 973-736-5785

October NFBNJ Senior Committee Meeting

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Jane Degenshein
Phone: 973-736-5785

49th National federation of the Blind of New Jersey State Convention

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APA Hotel Woodbridge, formerly known as the Hilton
120 Wood Avenue South
Iselin, NJ 08830

The National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey State Convention is the largest gathering of blind people in the state. It is the premier event for training, support, and information for the blind community. It also serves as a governing body, democratically electing our leadership and establishing each year’s organizational priorities. Here is your chance to participate and learn more about the NFB’s programs and goals on the state and national level. Hear from the NFB national representative. Also, hear from speakers on topics of national and state importance, membership, seniors, technology, Braille, students, guide dog users, and parents’ concerns, meet the scholarship class of 2025 and much more!

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Event Contact:

Linda Melendez
Phone: 908-590-1747

November NFBNJ Senior Committee Book Club

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This month's book: The ultimate gift DB59601
Author: Stovall, Jim
Reading Time: 2 hours, 54 minutes
Read by: Richard Hauenstein
Subjects: Inspirational, Psychological Fiction, Religious Fiction
Upon his wealthy great-uncle's death, twenty-four-year-old Jason Stevens receives an unorthodox inheritance that leads him on a year-long journey of self-discovery during which he learns the values of work, friendship, laughter, love, and more as part of the "ultimate gift." 2001.

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Event Contact:

Jane Degenshein
Phone: 973-736-5785

December NFBNJ Senior Book Club

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The thirteenth gift: a true story of a Christmas miracle DB80286
Author: Smith, Joanne Huist
Reading Time: 5 hours, 27 minutes
Read by: Joanne Huist Smith
Subject: Holidays
Journalist describes receiving mysterious gifts on the twelve days leading up to her first Christmas alone following the death of her husband. Details her efforts, with the help of her three children, to identify the sender of the gifts, and the impact the gifts had on them. Commercial audiobook. 2014.

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Event Contact:

Jane Degenshein
Phone: 973-736-5785