Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)

Today we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day (#GAAD), a reminder that accessibility must be built in from the start, not added later. Inclusive design removes barriers, expands access, and creates digital spaces where everyone belongs. #DigitalAccessibility

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: May 28: @LowellBlind - Yoga May 29: @MassDCR - Adaptive cycling on the Norwottuck Rail Trail May 30: @CarrollCenter - 14th annual Walk for Independence View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Try The RIDE’s new app/online portal to book trips, manage notifications & funds, and track rides. Need help? The Mobility Center offers training: MBTA.com/mobilitycenter. Get started at MBTA.com/booktheride or search "The RIDE - MBTA" to download the app. @MBTA

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: May 19: @LowellBlind - Trader Joe's, Nashua May 20: @MassDCR - Adaptive Cycling on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail May 21: @LowellBlind: Guided Meditation, week 5 View the full Community Calendar for more info: mass.gov/community-even…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: May 12: @LowellBlind Song Burst May 13: @MassDCR Adaptive Cycling May 14: @CarrollCenter Advancing Research for Stargardt Disease Webinar View the full Community Calendar for more info on these events and others: mass.gov/community-even…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: May 5: @LowellBlind - Welcome Day Fiesta Ole May 5: MCB Statutory Advisory Board (SAB) Meeting May 7: @CarrollCenter - Waltham Lions Carnival - RSVP by May 1 View the full Community Calendar for more info: mass.gov/community-even…

Today is International Guide Dog Day! Guide dogs are trusted partners in independence, confidence, and daily life. We celebrate their impact & the people who train & support them. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/g… #InternationalGuideDogDay #Accessibility #Inclusion

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: April 21: @LowellBlind - Time to Check on the Farm Animals April 23: @MassDCR - Adaptive Cycling, Ashuwillticook Rail Trail April 24: @LowellBlind - Yoga, week three View the full Community Calendar for more info: mass.gov/community-even…

Join the @MBTA Semi-Annual Accessibility Forum! May 12, 2–4 PM Boston + Zoom Share feedback on transit accessibility, station upgrades, and more. ASL, captions & Spanish provided. 📧 publicengagement@mbta.com #Accessibility #MBTA #MCB

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Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: April 21: @LowellBlind - That's Italian Lunch at Mama's April 23: @LowellBlind - Guided Meditation April 24: @MassDCR - Adaptive cycling, Norwottuck Rail View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Reminder! 🎾Check out an inclusive sports opportunity in Greater Boston. Court 16 Newton’s Sound of Tennis is a free adaptive program for blind & visually impaired players. Join the Open House April 13, 12–2pm. 300 Needham St. RSVP: leilacolan@gmail.com #AdaptiveSports #MCB

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: April 14: @LowellBlind - Oprah Speaks with Michelle Obama April 15: DCR - Adaptive cycling on the Blackstone River Greenway April 16: @LowellBlind - Yoga View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: April 7: @CarrollCenter - Information Day April 7: MCB Statutory Advisory Board (SAB) Meeting April 9: @LowellBlind - Guided Meditation, week two View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar: March 31: @LowellBlind - Easter Egg Hunt & Eggcellent Snacks April 2: @LowellBlind - Yoga View the full Community Calendar for more information on these events and others: mass.gov/community-even…

Adaptive Toy Giveway & community meet up at the Newburyport Senior Center located at 331 High Street in Newburyport. Saturday, April 11, 2026, 10:00am – 12:00pm Please note: You must register for the event to receive the free toy! Register: tinkerhaus.org/events

Join the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities & MassAbility for Meeting the Moment: A Community Conversation and Resource Fair Fri, 3/27, 11a–2p at UMass Lowell University Crossing & on Zoom. Learn more & register: mass.gov/news/meeting-t…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Mar. 24: @LowellBlind - Lunch at Good Thymes Mar. 26: @LowellBlind - Guided Meditation, week 1 Mar. 27: Meeting the Moment community conversation & resource fair View the full Community Calendar: mass.gov/community-even…

Exciting to see inclusive innovation arrive in MA! MCB Commissioner John Oliveira joined the opening of Court 16 Newton, bringing the Sound of Tennis program to Greater Boston. This adaptive program makes tennis accessible for athletes with visual impairments. #SoundofTennis

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Mar. 17: @LowellBlind - Shamrock Shake Day Mar. 18: @CarrollCenter - Navigating Employment with Confidence Webinar Mar. 19: @LowellBlind - How about a drink View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…