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Changes on the Way from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

Thanks to technological improvements at the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) over the last several years, people who want to continue reading have more options than ever. And more digital advances are on the way. Created by a 1931 Act of Congress, NLS is a free braille and talking book… Continue Reading Changes on the Way from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled

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Donor Advised Funds are a Smart and Convenient Way to Support the Council

The Council relies on the generosity of our donors to support the services we provide. Every donor has their own preferences for how they make their gifts—some like to write a check, while others prefer to use a credit card or donate online via PayPal. One charitable giving method you may not be as familiar… Continue Reading Donor Advised Funds are a Smart and Convenient Way to Support the Council

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Student Spotlight 2021: Lindsey Fritz

Meet Lindsey Fritz! She is one of the Council’s outstanding scholarship recipients for 2021 and is the subject of this month’s Student Spotlight. Congratulations to Lindsey as she receives $2,000 to support her ongoing education. The 23-year-old from Madison is continuing her studies at Madison College this fall. Lindsey is working on her associate degree… Continue Reading Student Spotlight 2021: Lindsey Fritz

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Coming Soon: Gallery Night, Friday, November 12

Paintings, photos, sculptures and more! The Council is looking forward to sharing the artwork of eights artists from across Wisconsin who are visually impaired, something we’ve now been doing for a decade. This year’s Gallery Night event will be virtual-only; there will be no in-person gathering. But that means anybody can tune in for the… Continue Reading Coming Soon: Gallery Night, Friday, November 12

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One Woman’s Story: A White Cane Provides a New Sense of Safety

“I was diagnosed with retinal degeneration and told it’s an inherited deficit impacting my field of vision,” Becky says. “But I had no idea I would lose my eyesight because of it.” “I had to stop driving in 2016 and that’s when I quickly realized I could no longer walk around safely either. Uneven sidewalks,… Continue Reading One Woman’s Story: A White Cane Provides a New Sense of Safety

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Say Hello to 10-Digit Dialing for Local Calls

Calling a nearby friend or the neighborhood hardware store is about to get slightly more complicated. But it’s for a very good reason. Starting October 24, 2021, everyone in Wisconsin will have to use 10 digits to make a local phone call. This means you’ll need to dial the area code plus the seven-digit phone… Continue Reading Say Hello to 10-Digit Dialing for Local Calls

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