[SC-CSTD] FW: Upcoming Carroll Center Events

Fri Dec 5 16:22:07 UTC 2025

From: The Carroll Center for the Blind <development at carroll.org> 
Sent: Thursday, December 4, 2025 7:19 PM
To: Frank Loza <floza58 at bellsouth.net>
Subject: Upcoming Carroll Center Events

Upcoming Events

Meta AI Glasses Demo: Monday, December 8 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Carroll Center, Newton, MA

Explore how Meta AI glasses can assist individuals who are blind or visually impaired through voice commands, AI-powered visual descriptions, and integration with apps for live, hands-free visual assistance. Try on a pair and ask any questions you may have! Please note: The Carroll Store does not sell Meta AI Glasses.

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Magnifiers Demystified: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Carroll Center, Newton, MA

Join us for an interactive event where Low Vision Therapists Bob McGillivray and Kritika Singh will discuss selecting magnification levels in hand-held devices and how to use them, as well as the benefits of desktop and portable video magnifiers. Participants will be able to try different magnifiers afterward at the Carroll Store.

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Information Day: Tuesday, February 17 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Carroll Center, Newton, MA

Explore the Carroll Center’s various programs, tour our beautiful campus, meet the Center’s caring staff, and mingle with current clients.

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Braille Challenge: Saturday, February 28 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Carroll Center, Newton, MA

We’re excited to welcome students, families, and educators for the New England Regional Braille Challenge—a day of learning, community, and celebration of braille literacy. Created by the Braille Institute, it offers students a fun and motivating opportunity to strengthen essential braille skills that support academic success, confidence, and independence. 

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Walk for Independence: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | UMass Amherst Mt. Ida campus, Newton, MA

Join over 750 alumni, families, friends, and sponsors as we walk to raise $300,000 in support of the Carroll Center for the Blind’s mission. The event is free and features food, music, and fun activities for the whole family. Registration Coming Soon!

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