OIL CITY, Pa. — The Venango County Association for the Blind (VCAB) and Oil Valley Chapter of the PA Council of the Blind will celebrate White Cane & Guide Dog Safety Day on Monday, October 15, to raise public awareness of these important mobility tools for people who are blind or visually impaired.
In Pennsylvania, and across the nation, this day celebrates the independence of people who are blind or visually impaired.
VCAB will hold two celebrations, as follows:
– The first, in Oil City, will consist of a short walk about town. Walkers will gather at 10:00 a.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church and the walk will begin at 10:30 a.m.
– The second, in Rimersburg, will gather at 1:15 p.m. at the Community Center/Fire Hall and the walk will begin at 1:45 p.m.
Kiriam Kraut from the Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services will provide Cane and Sighted Guide training at both locations prior to the walk. Participants will either wear Vision Impairment Simulator glasses or Blindfolds or act as a Sighted Guide. Both walks are short and will cross intersections to draw public attention to Safety. Individuals from all walks of life are welcome to attend.