OCTOBER 2014 NEWSLETTER 2905 W Garden St Peoria IL 61605 P (309) 637-3693 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cicbvi.org Facebook: Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Second Annual Uftring Auto Group “Run The Gig” The newsletter will be mailed prior to the 2nd Annual Uftring Auto Group “Run The Gig” event to benefit the Center held on Sunday, September 28th. Look for the final report on that event in the November newsletter. Thank You To “Run The Gig” Sponsors A big “thank you” to the Uftring Ambassadors and the following 2nd Annual Uftring Auto Group “Run the Gig” sponsors: Uftring Auto Group, PNC Bank, A&B Autobody Supply, Dealer Performance Services, Heart Technologies, Guardian Wealth Management, Maui Jim, PJ Hoerr, Vidicom Productions, Washington Park District, Illinois Valley Striders, Running Central, Shazam Race Management, Mescher Law Office, Summer & Associates, CarMedic, Mid Illinois Insurance, Enterprise Rental Car, Hawk Agency, American Speedy Printing, Valley Distribution, Dave's Glass, Illinois Oil Marketing, Stephens Auto Glass, Laser Electric, and Morgan Distributing. The Center appreciates each of your generosity. Free White Canes October is Blindness Awareness Month and October 15, 2014 is the 50th anniversary of White Cane Safety Day. In honor of this special month and day, and thanks to funds provided by the Oppenheim Trust Fund and other donors, the Center is offering free white canes from now until supplies last. All interested applicants, please contact the office at 637-3693. Applicants must reside in Peoria County. A data sheet must have been completed prior to the Center ordering a cane. Upon approval, each recipient of a white cane must come to the Center to get measured for their cane. Historical Society Trolley Trip The October trolley tour is called the “Haunted Peoria Tour” and the date will be announced. Discover the stories behind the ghostly appearances that have startled and puzzled Peorians through the years. Learn about the Lady in White, the Legend of Nee-Nee-Wah, the Curse of Old Lady Gray, and more. What will you see in Haunted Peoria? Only your imagination knows. The Center is sponsoring this event free of charge to the Center’s patrons. All trolley trips begin at 10:30 a.m. promptly and last for an hour and a half. Lunch will be served at the Center following the trolley trip. This trolley tour is scheduled to leave from Kelleher's Irish Pub 619 SW Water Street (near State St.) in Peoria, IL. Jazz Concert The Illinois Central Jazz Train will be having a concert at the Performing Arts Center at Illinois Central College (ICC) on Tuesday, October 21st, at 7:30 p.m. The Center will provide transportation for those patrons interested in attending this event. Please call in with your reservation by Wednesday, October 15th if you wish to attend. Concert At The Peoria Public Library There is a free concert at the Peoria Public Library-North Branch one Sunday of each month from 2-4 p.m. On Sunday, October 26th, Switchback, a male duo that plays American roots music with a touch of Celtic soul will perform. For those who can obtain personal rides, the Peoria Public Library - North Branch is located at 3001 W Grand Parkway. Peoria, IL 61615. The Center will provide transportation for those patrons interested in attending this event. Please call in with your reservation by Wednesday, October 22nd if you wish to attend. Upcoming Events, Meetings, And Holidays Wednesday, October 1st – Open House Wednesday, October 8th – Open House Tuesday, October 14th – Board Meeting Wednesday, October 15th – Open House Saturday, October 18th – Jam Session – 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 21st – Jazz Concert at ICC –7:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 22nd – Open House Sunday, October 26th – Concert at the Library – 2:00 p.m. to 4:00p.m. Wednesday, October 29th – Open House Terri Lynn Nuts & Candies. Terri Lynn Nuts & Candies will be sold once again during November & December to help support programs and services of the Center. Please pre-order so you can receive your delivery in November and in time for the holidays. The following choices will be available and first come, first served. Pecan halves $10, Black walnut pieces $10, Deluxe mixed nuts $9, Giant whole cashews $10, Pistachios $8, Turkish apricot halves $6, Praline Pecans $9, Milk Chocolate Bridge Mix (fruit & nuts) $7, Milk Chocolate Covered Almonds $7, Milk Chocolate Covered Peanuts $6, Giant Malted Milk Balls $6, Dark Chocolate Cranberries $7, Mint Melta-Ways $7, Dark Chocolate Mint Patties $7. October Birthdays October 4 – Christine Jurewicz October 6 – Terry Masters October 7 – Shirley Fussner, Edna Vollrath October 15 – Jim Hardy October 17 – C.J. Blackwell October 22 – Sandy Griffin October Anniversaries October 27 – Harold & June Ward Meal Menus for October October 1st – Noon – Tuna salad, chicken salad, chips, and banana pudding. October 8th – 5:30 p.m. – Sausage casserole, macaroni and cheese, salad, cake, and ice cream. October 15th – Noon – Tacos, enchiladas, salad, and pudding. October 18th – Jam Session – Smoked turkey breast casserole and banana cream pie. October 22nd – 5:30 p.m. Pork loin with dressing, pea casserole, mashed potatoes, and pie. October 29th – Noon – Potato soup, grilled cheese with bacon, fruit, and cookies. Bingo will be played at all Open Houses unless otherwise noted. Reservations need to be called in no later than noon on the day before the Open House. Reservations for Center Sponsored Events As a reminder, reservations to Center sponsored events, such as Open Houses, Jam Sessions, and other events must be called in and done in advance. For better efficiency, the Center requests that the person calling in can only reserve spots and services for themselves or their spouse. The office will not take requests from someone other than the person requiring the service and the Center will not provide a service to an individual unless that person has requested for that service. Thank you for helping the Center operate more smoothly by following policies and procedures. Donations – Monetary And Other Thanks to the following for their monetary donations: David & Michele Williams, Joseph & Julie Gilfillan, Vickie Elston, Trinity Presbyterian Church, and members of the Dorcas/Phoebe Circle of Hanna City Presbyterian Church in memory of Mabel Van Dusen. Thanks to the following for their in kind donations: Prasad Parupalli – new freezer, mini refrigerator, paper and plastic goods, food storage containers, food items, radio/cd player stereo system, ice melt for the sidewalks during the winter, and a large entry mat. Jack Hidden & Sons - park bench. Merle & Mary Weyeneth - video eye power magnification system. Interesting Dates Throughout The Month Of October October 2 - National Custodial Workers Recognition Day. Give your custodial worker a big “thanks” today. At your school, church, place of employment, and a variety of other places, your custodial workers are silently at work all year long. They are the workers who clean and keep in good repair the facility that you enjoy. Express appreciation for all that they do to keep the facility sparkling and running in top condition. October 9 – Name Change. A year ago in October, the Center changed its name from the Peoriarea Blind People’s Center to the Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. October 15 – White Cane Safety Day. This day celebrates and recognizes the achievements of the blind and visually impaired, and their independence. That independence is represented by the white cane that the blind and visually impaired uses to travel from place to place. The white cane is an invaluable tool and affords a blind or visually impaired person the freedom of movement they otherwise may not have. Also, October 15, 2014 is the 50th anniversary of White Cane Safety Day! October 16 – Dictionary Day. This day is in honor of Noah Webster, considered the Father of the American Dictionary. Noah Webster was born on October 16, 1758. Webster began to write his dictionary at the age of 43. It took him 27 years to finish it! In addition to traditional English vocabulary, it contained uniquely American words. October 31 – Halloween. Pet Store Gift Cards For Working/Service Dogs Thanks to funds provided by the Oppenheim Trust Fund and other donors, there is money available to provide a pet store gift card to patrons who have a working/service dog. Please contact the office to request your gift card. All requests must come with the required ID for a working /service dog and data sheet paperwork must be completed. Opening Eyes During Blindness Awareness Month According to the World Health Organization, 285 million people are estimated to be visually impaired worldwide: 39 million are blind and 246 have low vision. Globally, uncorrected refractive errors are the main cause of moderate and severe visual impairment; cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness in middle- and low-income countries. Although blindness and visual impairment occurs worldwide, how can we open eyes during Blindness Awareness Month locally? Here are a few suggestions. Whether you are a former or current patron or volunteer at the Center, have attended a Center sponsored event or have had some type of contact with the Center, share about your positive experience with the Center to your family, friends, co-workers, etc. Second, refer anyone you know who is blind or visually impaired who can use the Center’s services. Last, share your story of blindness or visual impairment if you are comfortable. Or share your positive experience being around those who are blind or visually impaired. When we share with one person this month, we will have made one person not only more aware about blindness and visual impairment, but perhaps dispel any misconceptions they may have had, and help them to understand the need for centers such as the Central Illinois Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Free Matter for the Blind & Visually Impaired 2905 W Garden St Peoria IL 61605 October 2014 Newsletter Quote for the month - "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” By Albert Einstein.