[Massachusetts-NFB] FW: SAVE THE DATE: 2025 MCB White Cane Awareness Day Celebration

Mon Aug 18 19:45:45 UTC 2025

Join us at the Massachusetts State House on Friday, October 24th, at 10:30 A.M.

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Friday, October 24, 2025

10:30 A.M. to 1 P.M.

Massachusetts State House - Great Hall

24 Beacon Street

Boston, MA 02108

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*    Registration is required. Space is limited.

*    Attendees will have the opportunity to earn two ACVREP continuing education credits.

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Refreshments Provided by 

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*    Morning pastries

*    Fresh baked muffins

*    Bagels with toppings

*    Fresh cut seasonal fruit salad

*    Juices and bottled water

*    Coffee service with creamer and sugar

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Listen Live!

If you are unable to attend the celebration in person, Talking Information Center will broadcast the event live:

*    How to Listen

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The White Cane

*    History

*    Related laws

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Share Your Story

What does your white cane mean to you?

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The white cane is recognized around the world as a means for identifying and empowering people who are blind or have low vision. On October 15, 1964, White Cane Day became a national observation in the United States to celebrate their abilities and achievements.

We will announce the winners of the 5th Annual  <https://m9n59dabb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001iI6XQi5wOXGcsj2oPzumLvEWRd9s5wGrIihqztE0BEHBEJ-V-S8mKq5y-GVLkgP7JsLzsmXS5bkyUVOyPuUivRJGeVOQuH1BHEYZ5_h8pFLckRVRgM--bj-DDlyHhZGNQ-yzKzyxlp2gHSTPXk0mryr8WH9SJ7dZKcsroxw0y49OP92PFa7vXFUe6WAY2yc_ztK8p3B70Aw=&c=jOWKdjnfC3ZvXfnkOoAG3bxHKKa6dC3oTEmjYtlqxLTQGS_YTd5oWQ==&ch=IDpConG5EuwObXS-KIpaEuIcCMSzGovHeoOXoAfmOJSzmFr1P0PXmQ==> Meg Robertson Mobility Award which recognizes people who demonstrate mobility skills at their level and incorporate the white cane into their lives to increase independence.

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Make A White Cane Pin to Show Your Support

MCB Orientation and Mobility Director Ally Bull describes how to make a white cane lapel pin.

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Visiting the Massachusetts State House

The Ashburton Park Entrance on Bowdoin Street is the accessible entrance for the State House.

Visitors using The RIDE or a rideshare service, such as Uber or Lyft, may use Capitol Coffee House at 122 Bowdoin Street as the drop off point address. Capitol Coffee House is across the street from the Ashburton Park Entrance. Guides will be available to assist attendees.

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Questions?

Email  <mailto:mcbinfo at mass.gov> mcbinfo at mass.gov or call  <tel:18003926450> 1-800-392-6450

The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing accessible events. ASL interpreting and CART services have been requested. To request a reasonable modification to participate in this event, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations Coordinator Shauntay King at  <tel:6178944352> 617-894-4352 or  <mailto:Shauntay.M.King at mass.gov> Shauntay.M.King at mass.gov. Requests made after October 4, 2025 will be considered but may not be possible to fill.

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Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

40 Broad Street, Boston, MA 02109

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