OCTOBER 2014 NEWSLETTER

OCTOBER 2014 NEWSLETTER
2905 W Garden St Peoria IL 61605
P (309) 637-3693
Email: info@cicbvi.org
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.