Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)

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…

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Join the MA Commission on the Status of Persons with Disabilities & MassAbility for "Meeting the Moment" community conversation + resource fair. Mar 27, 11a–2p at UMass Lowell & Zoom. Share input on accessibility, jobs & services. Details & register: mass.gov/news/meeting-t…

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Mar. 8: @MassDCR - Adaptive Ice Skating Mar. 10: @LowellBlind - Popcorn Lover's Day Mar. 12: @LowellBlind - National Let's Laugh Day View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Join the MFA's Virtual Descriptive Tour exploring One Hundred Stitches, One Hundred Villages, an exhibition celebrating Chinese patchwork traditions. @mfaboston Mar 21, 3pm Register: mfaboston.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

MCB consumer Eliza Barmakian stars in Wait Until Dark at Gr. Boston Stage Company! March 7–22 (Audio Description: 3/21 & 3/22). “As a visually impaired actress, I’ve always wished to see people like myself on stage.” – Eliza 🎟️ Tickets: greaterbostonstage.org/shows-tickets/… @GBStageCompany

Happening Today 3pm! Virtual Town Hall: Independence for Everyday Living! Learn about accessible tools & free skill-building resources: InnoSearch.ai HadleyHelps.org Thu, Feb 26, 3–5 PM us06web.zoom.us/j/81131459786?… 646-558-8656 | ID: 811 3145 9786 | Passcode: 2026

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Mar. 3: MCB Statutory Advisory Board Meeting Mar. 5: @LowellBlind - Oprah Speaks Mar. 5: @CarrollCenter - Living Well with Vision Loss Series - Webinar #1 View the full Community Calendar for more info: mass.gov/community-even…

Virtual Town Hall: Independence for Everyday Living Feb 26, 3–5PM Practical tools & resources supporting independence for people who are legally blind. With @InnosearchAI & Hadleyhelps.org us06web.zoom.us/j/81131459786 646-558-8656 | Meeting ID: 811 3145 9786 | Passcode: 2026

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Feb. 25: @MassDCR Adaptive Ice Skating Feb. 26: @LowellBlind Wisdom from Dr. Leo Buscalia Feb. 26: MCB Virtual Town Hall: Independence for Everyday Living View the full Community Calendar: mass.gov/community-even…

Work Without Limits' (@WWLinitiative) virtual Career Fair for Individuals with Disabilities is in just over a week! It's not too late to register to attend – learn more below:

All MCB offices and services are closed today in honor of Presidents' Day. Normal hours resume tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17, 2026. #PresidentsDay #MassBlind #CommunitySupport #Inclusion #Accessibility

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Feb. 17: @CarrollCenter Information Day Feb. 19: @LowellBlind Love Story, a movie Feb. 21: @MassDCR Adaptive outdoor winter recreation View the full Community Calendar for more information: mass.gov/community-even…

Virtual Town Hall: Independence for Everyday Living Feb 26, 3–5PM Practical tools & resources supporting independence for people who are legally blind. With @InnosearchAI & Hadleyhelps.org us06web.zoom.us/j/81131459786 646-558-8656 | Meeting ID: 811 3145 9786 | Passcode: 2026

Congratulations to the City of Lawrence on receiving an ADA grant from the MA Office of Disabilities to make its public library more accessible, including the installation of braille signage! #LawrenceMA @COL1853

Did you know? Low vision isn’t the same as blindness. Many people with low vision have usable sight but may struggle with reading, driving, or recognizing faces—even with glasses. This #LowVisionAwarenessMonth, we’re raising awareness about resources that support independence.

Next week on the MCB Community Calendar Feb. 10: @MassDCR Adaptive Ice Skating Feb. 10: @lowellblind Valentine's Celebration Feb. 12: @lowellblind Trivia View the full Community Calendar for more information on these events and others: mass.gov/community-even…