Monday, October 19

7:00 PM

Resolutions

Zoom Conference Call

Come witness the development of resolutions that may become policy statements of the NFB of NJ. The meeting is open to all; however, only appointed Resolutions Committee members may vote to recommend resolutions for passage or disapproval. Authors of proposed resolutions are required to attend the meeting to present and discuss their resolutions with the committee.

Wednesday, October 21

4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Affiliate Suite for Networking

Room: Summit Hospitality Suite

Thursday, October 22

6:00 AM-8:30 AM

Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet

Room: Mambo

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Exhibit Hall

Room: Bossa Nova

9:00 AM-10:00 AM

Federation History

Room: Castanet

Join National Representative Kevan Worley for a special one-hour breakout session exploring the National Federation of the Blind's rich history. Learn about the people, milestones, and achievements that have shaped our movement, strengthened our Federation, and advanced opportunities for blind people. This engaging session will celebrate our past while connecting Federation history to our continued progress and future possibilities.

10:00 AM-11:00 AM

Senior Gathering with Sandy Halverson and Jane Degenshein

Room: Castanet

11:00 AM

Bus Arrives

12:00 PM-12:30 PM

Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup

Room: Mambo

12:00 PM-1:15 PM

Lunch

Room: Mambo

12:15 PM-1:15 PM

Lunch Gathering for First-Timers and Interested Individuals

Room: Mambo

1:30 PM

Tech Seminar

Room: Castanet

5:00 PM-9:00 PM

Cash Bar

Credit and debit cards accepted.

Room: Mambo

5:30 PM

Pre-Purchased Pasta Bar Dinner

Room: Mambo

6:30 PM

Anniversary and Birthday Costume Party Celebration

Costumes are encouraged for all who are comfortable wearing them!

Room: Mambo

Friday, October 23

6:00 AM-8:30 AM

Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet

Room: Mambo

NFB of NJ Convention Camp

Room: TBA

• 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
• 1:00 PM-5:00 PM

8:00 AM – 8:25 AM

Banquet Exchange

Room: Mambo

8:00 AM – 8:25 AM

Renewing Annual Affiliate Membership

Room: Castanet

8:30 AM

Pre-Convention Music

Room: Castanet

9:00 AM

General Session A

Room: Castanet

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Lunch

Room: Mambo

12:00 PM-12:30 PM

Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup

Room: Mambo

12:15 PM-1:00 PM

Breakout Lunch Discussion Groups

• President Riccobono Philosophy
  
  Room: Bossa Nova
• NFB of NJ Senior Gathering
  
  Room: Summit Hospitality Suite

1:00 PM

Pre-General Session Music

Room: Castanet

1:30 PM-4:30 PM

General Session B

Room: Castanet

5:00 PM

Federation Family Meal

Room: Mambo

6:00 – 6:25 PM

Banquet Exchange

Room: Mambo

7:00 PM-11:00 PM

Cash Bar

Credit and debit cards accepted.

Room: Castanet

7:00 PM

Affiliate Auction

Room: Castanet

8:30 PM

Extreme Family Feud

Room: Castanet

Saturday, October 24

6:00 AM-8:30 AM

Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet

Room: Mambo

NFB of NJ Convention Camp

Room: TBA

• 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
• 1:00 PM-5:00 PM
• 7:00 PM-9:30 PM

8:00 AM – 8:25 AM

Banquet Exchange

Room: Mambo

8:30 AM

Pre-Convention Music

Room: Castanet

9:00 AM

General Session C

Room: Castanet

During this session, a Fit Break will be led by President Riccobono.

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

Lunch

Room: Mambo

12:00 PM-12:30 PM

Pre-Purchased Boxed Lunch Pickup

Room: Mambo

12:15 PM-1:00 PM

Breakout Discussions

• NJABS Gathering, with President Riccobono attending
  
  Room: Bossa Nova
• NFB of NJ Parents of Blind Children
  
  Room: Bongo

1:00 PM

Pre-Afternoon Music

Room: Castanet

1:30 PM

General Session D

Room: Castanet

4:30 – 4:45 PM

Final Banquet Exchange

Room: Mambo

7:00 PM

Banquet

Cash Bar available. Credit and debit cards accepted.

Room: Castanet

Sunday, October 25

8:00 AM-9:30 AM

Pre-Purchased Breakfast Buffet

Room: Castanet

9:30 AM-11:00 AM

More Than a Membership Card: Building Our Federation

Room: Castanet

12:00 PM

Bus Departure