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On June 27, Dice & Cane adventurers continued to uncover the mystery of the Sunless Citadel, delving back into the forgotten fortress in pursuit of the Ick. They found a small army of lizard creatures, and a curious dragon handler named Meepo. Unfortunately, their newly found friend didn’t have our hero’s survival instincts and was…

Our Dice & Cane adventurers met for the third time, finally reaching the Sunless Citadel, a forgotten fortress sunken within an unnatural chasm. After scaling into the darkness, our team met two more adventurers. Pleasantries were exchanged, agreements to work together were made, and the new party continued into the Citadel. Doors, rooms, riddles, and traps abound,…

Six dedicated bird enthusiasts braved cold, windy conditions for the International Blind Birder Bird-a-Thon at Camp Harkness. Armed with the Merlin Bird app, the group identified 23 species along the trails — including Fish Crows, White-breasted Nuthatches, Red-winged Blackbirds, and Gray Catbirds. Notably absent? The seagulls, who apparently had more sense than the rest of…

Fourteen participants met at the Center, with seven more joining via Zoom, to kick off the first Smart Glasses User Group. At the start each attendee introduced themselves and spoke on their experience with smart glasses or their interest in them. Many of the initial comments pertained to how helpful the glasses are to users,…

The Lions Humanitarian Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Lions association. It is presented to individuals or organizations whose humanitarian efforts exemplify extraordinary service and commitment to others. We are proud to share that our very own Kevin Harkins, Past Vice President of the South East CT Community Center of the Blind, was…

Click Here to View All Photos On Saturday, October 18, we celebrated White Cane Awareness with an open house featuring popcorn, cotton candy, and a flurry of bubbles over New London. While attendance was smaller than our first Open House, visitors stayed to learn about the Center, try using a White Cane, navigate without sight,…

On June 3, Executive Director Renée LaBonté represented the Center at the New Britian Eye Health Fair. Guests were greeted by a calm and inviting “Evergreen” ambiance inside the venue, thanks to the generous contributions of EverCare of Connecticut Home Care. From the start, the atmosphere encouraged exploration, conversation, and reflection. A standout moment of…

The Center welcomed over sixty visitors, including community members, local dignitaries, and Center Members, to our Spring Open House on April 3. The event proved to be a resounding success, offering guests a firsthand look at our innovative work and warm community spirit. Visitors experienced exciting technology demonstrations throughout the day. Mike C showcased the…

Caring for a loved one can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be emotionally and physically overwhelming. Our Eager Elbow Support Group offers a safe, compassionate space where caregivers, volunteers, family, and friends can connect, share experiences, and find encouragement from others who truly understand. Together, we’ll discuss challenges, celebrate small victories, and explore…

Each year we hold a pancake breakfast in recognition of White Cane Safety Day. This is a national observance celebrated on October 15 of each year since 1964. The date is set aside to celebrate the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the important symbol of blindness and tool of independence,…