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High Technology for Low Vision” Presentation Audio is Available!

Thanks to Communications Chair, Steve Fialkoff,  we are able to provide the following recording of Dr. William O’Connell’s presentation from the February 13^th Speaker Series at SUNY College of Optometry. Due to file size, the presentation has been divided into two segments. Please click the links below.

• Dr. O’Connell – Part 1
• Dr. O’Connell – Part 2

* To download this audio, please right click the link to 'Listen' and select, Save Link As...

American Museum of Natural History Science Sense Tours

Visitors who are blind or partially sighted are invited to attend this program, held monthly in the Museum galleries. Specially trained tour guides highlight specific themes and exhibition halls, engaging participants through extensive verbal descriptions and touchable objects.

These tours are free with Museum admission. However, space is limited and advance registration is required. Programs may be subject to change. For more information and to register, please call (212) 313-7565 or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Sunday, May 19, 2013
10:00 am
Scales of the Universe

Explore the Scales of the Universe, a 400-foot-long walkway that hugs the glass curtain wall along the Rose Center for Earth and Space, that introduces visitors to the relative sizes of galaxies, stars, planets, and atoms through text panels, interactive terminals and models.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013
2:30 pm
Living Large

Join us on a big expedition through the Museum as we discuss and examine several larger than life icons such as the blue whale, the giant sequoia, dinosaurs, and the 63-foot-long Great Canoe.

Saturday, July 13, 2013
10:00 am
Ocean Life

Plunge into the ocean to explore aquatic habitat dioramas in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.

Thursday, August 15, 2013
2:30 pm
North American Mammals

Discover the dioramas in the stunningly restored Bernard Family Hall of North American Mammals, which offers a snapshot of North America’s rich environmental heritage.

Great Article About Developing Technologies to Assist the Blind

On October 14, the Wall Street Journal shared an article by Te-Ping Chen about new technologies being developed that will assist the blind. Click here to read the full article.

Celebrating Excellence

The Northeast Region’s Volunteer of the Year, Sherry Rogers (second from right), accepts her award and is joined by Maria Costa, Mrs. America 2011 April Lufriu, and Mel Moskowitz.

Chapter President Sherry Rogers was presented with the Foundation’s Member Excellence Volunteer of the Year Award for the Northeast Region at the VISIONS 2012 national conference in Minneapolis in June. The honor recognizes her excellent service in support of the Foundation’s mission in 2011. A leader with the chapter since 2007, Sherry is determined to raise awareness locally and drive research toward treatments and cures. In 2008, she started a networking group in Queens for people living with retinal diseases, which has flourished and provided invaluable support for those looking to connect with others experiencing similar challenges. In addition, her “Vision Warriors” team has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the annual New York City 5K VisionWalk. Congratulations Sherry!