Some people find the inspiration for their life calling in a book or a movie. Others find it through the experience of a family member or mentor. While still in high school, Bayfield County native George Tuttle found his on a ski slope in Vermont.… Continue Reading 2022 Student Spotlight: George Tuttle
The Council relies on support that comes in many forms, from small monetary donations to community sponsorships to the talents of our wonderful volunteers. We’d like to invite you to consider giving to the Council in a new, everlasting way: planned giving. A planned gift… Continue Reading Support the Council in a Lasting Way Through Planned Giving
Start getting ready for this year’s Big Share online fundraising extravaganza, which takes place Tuesday, March 7. The Big Share is a one-day giving event organized by Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW). This fun, interactive affair is an all-day event that benefits the 70 nonprofit… Continue Reading Get Ready for The Big Share on March 7
A card party at the Berlin Senior Center Overall wellness, especially for older people, can be a little harder to maintain during the winter months than during warmer times of the year. We spoke to staff at some senior centers around the state, who gave… Continue Reading Keys to Winter Wellness: Stay Connected and Keep Moving
2022 Council Scholarship recipient Nathan Schmitt says his first semester at Milwaukee Area Technical College was “actually pretty easy.” The 2022 Franklin High School graduate locked in a 3.9 grade point average. When Nathan says things were “pretty easy,” he’s not being immodest. He’s been… Continue Reading 2022 Student Spotlight: Nathan Schmitt
The Council is pleased to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors this year. Each represents a different background and brings a unique perspective to the Council. Chamomile Harrison Madison resident Chamomile Harrison is a 2021 UW-Whitewater graduate who majored in Psychology. While… Continue Reading Welcome to Our New Board Members!
Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel Pavone working with a client on use of a braille labeler. Whether it’s during a home visit, at a job site, at our own office or in a virtual remote session, the Council’s Vision Services staff can help determine the… Continue Reading What’s on the Menu? Council’s Vision Services Offerings Continue to Grow
New staff, new program offerings, and a return to more in-person events — such as Gallery Night in November — were just a few of the highlights of 2022, the Council’s 70th Anniversary year. Important traditions were carried on as well, including the Council Scholarship… Continue Reading Wrapping Up Our 70th Anniversary Year: 2022 in Review
Families renew old traditions and create new ones during the holiday season. Whether it’s a neighborhood hike or a game around a table, time off from work and an open afternoon or evening provides the leisure time to celebrate—and play—with the ones you love. We… Continue Reading Holiday Season Means Time for Family Fun
This month the Council says farewell to a long-serving and invaluable member of our Board of Directors. Chris Richmond first joined the Board in 2012. He served as Board Chair from 2015 to 2021. Along the way, Chris has served on all the Board’s committees… Continue Reading Council Bids Farewell to Long-Time Board Member Chris Richmond
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