8770 Manchester Rd. St Louis, MO. 63144
314.968.9000
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September 17, 2011
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Over 500 individuals of all ages, including those with and without sight, and families enjoyed this unique festival, the first of its kind in St. Louis. A few of many activities, including “Beepball” -- baseball for those who are blind or visually impaired, creative painting of a METRO bus by kids and families, an interactive exhibit of life-size exotic animals from Safari International, appearance by Fredbird and an interactive “Day in the Life of a Blind Student” were supplemented by a number of other activities including all day music.
The event was part of the Society’s centennial celebration and held at Shaw Park in Clayton. Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments, which is celebrating their 60th Anniversary this year as well, was also actively involved in sponsoring and supporting this unique event.
The City of Clayton was also honored for their commitment and actions in making their downtown and the area around all the county office buildings accessible to those who are blind and visually impaired through cut-curbs on sidewalks at intersections and audible sounds for street crossing lights.
See Video and story of the Event from Fox 2, KTCI Channel 2
| Other Sponsors and Supporters | ||
| St. Louis Cardinals | Cardinals Care | Emerson |
| Lighthouse for the Blind | Genetech | City of Clayton |
| Metro | Minds Eye Radio Information Service | Whole Foods |
| St. Louis Kids Magazine | HEC TV | St. Louis Beacon |
Founded in 1911, the Society provides specialized Vision Rehabilitation and Special Education Services to children and adults. It serves an increasing number of older adults who are newly visually impaired or blind due to age-related eye conditions with home-based services, specialized agency services and community activities.
The Society also provides services to school-age students at school districts in Illinois and Missouri. It is the only agency of its kind serving greater St. Louis, and the second oldest of its kind west of the Mississippi River. For more information, call 314.968.9000.
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