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It's time for the annual conference of the Kentucky Council of the Blind, and we invite you to join us as we set sail on the KCB See of Possibilities.
Packed with speakers (mariners), exhibitors (on the boardwalk), good food (from the Captain's table), friends and fun and surprises, this conference is a one-of-a-kind experience.
Our yacht sets sail on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with this very special opportunity; perfect for individuals as well as vision teachers, rehabilitation counselors, and other professionals. The workshop features:
The Boardwalk (exhibits) opens from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. on Friday, and again from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. An incredible array of technology and adaptive products, services and resources, gift ideas - even homemade goodies - pack the 2010 KCB exhibit area. We might even have a new accessible cell phone just waiting for you to try!
Join us at the Captain's Table at 6:00 p.m. on Friday for the traditional KCB chili supper. Choose delicious chili or potato soup, or have a bowl of each. Following life member and volunteer recognitions, take a walk through history as Micheal Hudson, curator of the Callahan Museum at the American Printing House for the Blind, brings to life the role of the Kentucky School for the Blind during the Civil War. Seek your fortune in the ship's lounge by playing Bingo from 8:15 to 10:00 p.m.; $5.00 buys you a board and all games. Prizes for every Bingo and a special treasure for the lucky person who wins the most games.
Continue to explore the See of Possibilities on Saturday morning. A continental breakfast and the Boardwalk (exhibits) get under way at 8:30. A special breakfast for guide dog users, also at 8:30, is your chance to share experiences and concerns. Beginning at 10:45, and extending throughout the entire afternoon, you'll be treated to presentations and discussions featuring outstanding mariners (speakers). Find out what's new at the Printing House and how the tight state budget is affecting students at KSB. Ask questions about Kentucky Talking Book Library service and policies, and get the latest updates from the Office for the Blind. Learn about new cell phones and technology solutions. The business meeting and election is at 11:30, with the working Submarine Lunch sponsored by Subway at 12:15. The See to Shining Sea Banquet is at 5:30, replete with an outstanding program featuring Ray Campbell, ACB Board member and President of the Illinois Council of the Blind, and presentation of KCB's 2010 scholarships and outstanding service awards. The scrumptous meal includes fried chicken, pork chops, veggies and mashed potatoes, salads, and homemade desserts; you can even have seconds! Wrap up the day with an informal social after the banquet; plenty of friends to go round. Our voyage closes on Sunday with a lip-smacking See You Later Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Feast on eggs, bacon, fruit, biscuits and gravy, and much more.
Once again this year the KCB conference will be held on the campus of the Kentucky School for the Blind, 1867 Frankfort Avenue in Louisville.
The marina (registration) and the beachhouse (dorm) open at 2:00 on Friday. Meetings, exhibits, meals and registration are on the yacht (Recreation Center). The Technology Explorations Workshop is in the Richard McDowell History House. The beachhouse closes at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday.
An adventure pass (registration badge) is required whether you plan to attend one event or the entire conference. Your registration fee covers all meals EXCEPT the banquet, as well as exhibits and programs. Purchase tickets for the Captain's Lounge Bingo, the See to Shining Sea Banquet, and the Technology Explorations Workshop. Wear your pass at all times; it doubles as your meal ticket. Your pass is just $10.00 per person when you pre-register by November 12; $15.00 at the door.
You say you just plan to stroll the Boardwalk in the exhibit hall? Purchase a special exhibits-only adventure pass for $5.00 (pre-registration) or $8.00 (on site).
Staying overnight? Limited dorm spaces are available in the beachhouse; the fee is $10 per person.
Support KCB's good work! Become a KCB sea star and be recognized in the official conference yacht log (program). Sea stars who attend the conference will wear a special ribbon on their adventure passes, and they will be recognized from the podium during the weekend.
Check the space on the pre-registration form to become a betta fish ($10), tigerfish ($25), starfish ($50), or angelfish ($100). Include payment in your conference pre-registration check.
Now is a great time to pay KCB dues. Just check the space on the pre-registration form, and include $8.00 (for one year) or $40.00 (for life membership) with your check. Life members who have joined since the 2009 conference will receive their certificates at the Friday night chili supper.
Are you planning to attend college or vocational school in 2011? If so, we invite you to apply for a KCB scholarship, to be awarded at our upcoming conference banquet on Nov. 20. For more information and to obtain a scholarship application, email kcb@iglou.com or call (502)895-4598.
Amendments to the KCB Constitution and resolutions may be considered at the conference. Proposed amendments must be submitted by Nov. 3. Resolutions may be submitted up to Nov. 19. The Constitution/Resolutions Committee has not been appointed at this time; watch the KCB email lists for an announcement of the committee members.
KCB elects its five officers to two-year terms in even-numbered years. To submit nominations, contact Ed Phillips, Nominating Committee Chair, (502)423-0940, Jim Shaw (502)245-2254, or Roger Schaf (502)367-9857 by November 1.
The Nominating Committee report and proposed Constitutional amendments must be mailed to the membership by November 5.
Choose the registration option that works best for you.
Payment options - No matter how you pre-register, your payment MUST be received NO LATER THAN Nov. 15 for pre-registration discounts to apply. Make check payable to KCB and mail by November 12 to:
New this year - pay by credit card or electronic check online through PayPal; send payment to kcb@iglou.com at www.paypal.com.
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Email the Kentucky Council of the Blind
148 Vernon Avenue, Louisville, KY 40206
Phone: (502) 895-4598
Website hosted by HostDesign4U.com