For the prevention and conquest of blindness, Greater Wilkes-Barre Association for the Blind.

May / June 2010

A Word About Blind Association Activities and Events

The Association for the Blind offers a variety of social, recreational and other events for the therapeutic benefit of our blind and visually impaired neighbors. Unless otherwise stated, the activities and events at the Blind Association are offered free of charge for each visually impaired person and one guide. Additional guests are welcome, as space permits, at a cost specific to each activity. Additional guests for Lunch & Learns pay $5; additional guests for Bingo Dinners, $10. If needed, we will also arrange FREE transportation for visually impaired individuals to most of our activities and events (unless otherwise noted).

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Adaptive Aids Store

Looking for a holiday gift for a visually impaired loved one or friend? Check out our adaptive aids store. We have low cost items such as talking clocks, bathroom scales, and calculators; low vision pens and other writing aids; large number kitchen timers and various adaptive cooking aids; as well as much, much more. The store will be open on Mondays from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, Wednesdays from 9 AM until Noon, and Fridays 1:00 to 4:00 PM. We can also open the store by appointment by calling the office at 693-3555.

Did You Know?

The definition of Low Vision is 20/70 or worse acuity in the better eye with best correction. The definition of Legal Blindness is 20/200 or worse acuity in the better eye with best correction. Please tell anyone you know who can benefit from our services that we are here to help.

Calendar of Events

Unless otherwise stated, all events are scheduled to be held at the Association for the Blind facility, 1825 Wyoming Avenue, Exeter. See notes below about registering for events and van transportation.

May Events:

Wed. 5th: Book Club 2-3:30PM, RSVP by 5/3.

Thurs. 13th: Sight Loss Support Group, 5-7PM, 300G Laird St., Wilkes-Barre.

Tue. 18th: Descriptive Video Movie, 1-3:30, [must provide own transportation for movie], RSVP by 5/17.

Wed. 19th: Book Club 2-3:30PM, RSVP by 5/15.

Thurs. 20th: Fried Chicken Bingo, 5:30-7:30PM, RSVP by 5/14.

Tue. 25th: Sit, Stretch & Breathe Yoga, 11-12, community room, RSVP by 5/20.

Wed. 26th: Lunch & Learn, 11:30-1:30PM: Stress Management Through Meditation Menu: porketta sandwiches. RSVP by 5/20.

June Events:

Wed. 2nd: Book Club 2-3:30PM, RSVP 5/28.

Thurs. 5th: Sight Loss Support Group members picnic.

Thurs. 10th: Annual Picnic, St. Mary’s Grove in Dorrance. Bus leaves from our office at 11AM and will return at approximately 5PM, RSVP by 6/4. (Transportation WILL be provided to and from our office to get the bus to the picnic.)

Tue. 15th: Descriptive Video Movie, 1-3:30, [must provide own transportation for movie], RSVP by 6/11.

Wed. 16th: Book Club 2-3:30, RSVP by 6/11.

Tue. 22nd: Yoga, 11AM-12, RSVP by 6/18.

Wed. 30th: Lunch & Learn 11:30-1:30PM: Coping with Anxiety and Depression, Menu: Turkey & Cheese Sandwiches. RSVP by 6/25.

AND ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!

Reminder:

Please remember to call in your reservations in advance and no later than the RSVP date indicated for each event. Also, if you will not be able to attend an event that you already called in for, please be courteous and call to notify us. Thank You.

A Note On Transportation:

As a service to our visually impaired friends, we offer free transportation to and from our facility for many of our activities and events. This transportation is for visually impaired individuals only and is offered on a first come-first served basis. Our newsletters will always indicate when transportation is offered for specific events. If you need transportation for an event, you must let us know when you call in your reservation.