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The Missouri Council of the Blind (MCB) is the largest blind consumer organization in the state of Missouri. Read about our Mission and Vision, our Core Programs, and much more at our About Us page.
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Braille Literacy Month is observed annually in January to raise awareness about the importance of braille as a vital tool for literacy and independence for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. It also celebrates the contributions of Louis Braille, who developed the braille system in the early 19th century. January was chosen because Louis Braille was born on January 4, 1809, and his birthday is observed as World Braille Day.
During this month, various organizations promote braille education, distribute resources, and highlight how braille empowers blind and visually impaired individuals to read, write, and participate fully in society.
Braille helps blind and visually impaired individuals read and write by providing a tactile writing system. It uses patterns of raised dots that can be felt with the fingertips. Each Braille character, or cell, is made up of six or eight dots arranged in a grid. Different combinations of these dots represent letters, numbers, punctuation, and even music and mathematical symbols.
How Braille Helps:
1. Literacy: Braille enables blind people to read books, labels, and documents, fostering literacy and independent learning.
2. Communication: It allows for written communication, such as taking notes, writing letters, or using Braille displays connected to computers and smartphones.
3. Accessibility: Braille is used in public places (elevators, signs, and restrooms), ensuring blind individuals can navigate their environment independently.
4. Education and Employment: Access to Braille resources in schools and workplaces enables blind individuals to pursue education and careers.
Winter Seasonal Fundraiser 50/50 Raffle Fundraiser
Our Winter Seasonal Fundraiser runs from December 21st through March 20.
Snow Skiing & Tubing
January 26, 2025
Arrival time: 8 am
Skiing time: 9 am
All volunteers and skiers are free
Tubing: 10 am
Tubing is $37
If you want to do tubing, send me your information, and S&R will pay for that through the office.
In order for skiers and volunteers to ski free, you must fill out a participant’s form on HarborUnlimited.com web site. Under Event Name, type in MCB Ski Event
If you plan on doing tubing, not skiing, I, Wilma, will fill out your form, and then John/the office can pay for it all at one time. You will need to sign a waiver at the resort.
All tubers, I need your information by January 5, 2025. Sorry, no latecomers!
John will be paying for all at one time on January 6.
If you have any questions, my number is (314) 873-9022.
Wilma
Save the Date
The Missouri History Museum, in collaboration with the AGAPE Council of the Blind, will host an event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting inclusivity and community engagement. This event will take place on Monday, January 20, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Schnucks room located on the first floor of the history Museum at 5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112. The MLK program typically includes discussions, reflections, and community involvement to honor Dr. King’s legacy and promote understanding of social justice issues.
In this program, guest speakers will provide a unique perspective on the life and legacy of civil rights leader and activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The panelist will also discuss the 60-year journey since the signing of the Civil Rights Act on July 2, 1964, with a look toward the future of human rights
Registration is required for this program: https://10379a.
After the program, museum interpreters will lead a free Audio-Description tour of the 1904 World’s Fair exhibit from 1pm to 2pm.
Please register for the audio-description: https://
For more information, please visit agapecouncil.org.
The AGAPE Council, an affiliate of the Missouri Council of the Blind, focuses on advocacy, education, and support for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
For more specific details about upcoming or past programs, you can visit the Missouri History Museum’s website or the AGAPE Council of the Blind’s event pages.
Hope you can make it!
Angel Wall
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Missouri Chronicle Newsletter
December’s edition is posted. Our MCB newsletter, the Missouri Chronicle, is published quarterly. To find the last 2 years you may visit our Chronicle page, and for the archives, visit Chronicle archives.
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Serving the Blind: Training for the Restaurant Industry
Feel free to share the below video link as a resource to the restaurant industry serving those who are blind.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XT48cpnUgU