AUGUST IS UPON US!

Society logo includes a blue arch representing St. Louis with a yellow burst of sunrays rising from a horizon within the arch. The horizon resembles an eyeball. The bottom of the arch contains the text Enhance, Empower, Enrich, Established 1911, St. Louis. Below the arch is the name Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired.         Here’s What’s Happening at SLSBVI FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 UNITED WORKERS FOR THE BLIND  7:00 PM – 8:30 PM MPR  Doors open at 5:30 PM  Contact: Raymond Bishop 314-333-2272  United Workers meets the second Friday of each month    SATURDAY, AUGUST 9  NATIONAL FEDERATION FOR THE BLIND 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM  Contact: Judy Redlich 314-968-9000  NFB meets second Saturday of each month      TUESDAY, AUGUST 12  BOOKWORMS BOOK CLUB 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM MPR   The Bookworms Book Club is back and under the new leadership of Janine Sullivan, who wishes to continue the splendid work of Donna Neal who lead the club for 20 years!   As Janine said, “Donna Neal started this great peer group 20 years ago. I want to continue what she has done for the Bookworms. I was suggested a book that is short to give everyone enough time to read. Don’t feel obligated to read the book in order to come to the meeting in August.”   The book for August will be: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury DB34963   Contact: Janine Sullivan 314-853-5037 The Bookworms meet the second Tuesday of each month.     THURSDAY, AUGUST 15  BOWLING FOR FUN 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Shrewsbury Lanes 7202 Weil Ave Ste A, St. Louis, MO 63119   This is a group of clients who meet on their own once a month to do something fun outside of the VIP Social Group. If you’re interested in bowling with this group, RSVP to Sheaila Washington at (314) 488-8929.       Headshot of a woman with short blond hair. To the right in a blue box is the text in blue letters, Best wishes, Laura!   FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 “COME WISH LAURA A FOND FAREWELL” OPEN HOUSE 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM   As you know, Laura Park-Leach, President & CEO is retiring and we invite you to come wish her a fond farewell at an Open House at Society. We wish Laura best wishes on a job well done and as she starts a new chapter in life as a retiree.   St. Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired 8770 Manchester Road, Brentwood, MO 63144 RSVP to Carlos / 314-968-9000     SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 SASI (SIGHT AND SOUND IMPAIRED-ST. LOUIS) 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM MPR Doors open at 8:00 AM Contact: Brett Wilhelm 636-544-5358 SASI meets on the third Saturday of each month. VIP SOCIAL GROUP MEETINGS ARE CANCELLED FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 I CAN TECH 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM MPR Contact: Brett Wilhelm 636-544-5358  Small donation appreciated for lunch that follows at noon.  ICT meets the third Wednesday of each month.        TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 GAB (Games Accessible for Blindness) 10:00AM – 12:00PM GAB’s featured game for the month of August will be B-I-N-G-O – BINGO!   GAB meets the 4th Tuesday of every month. For information or to RSVP, text or call Mary Hale: 314-662-5777.        In the Heights title over a golden sky showcasing a suspension bridge and cityscape.   In the Heights title over a golden sky showcasing a suspension bridge and cityscape.   FREE MUNY TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!   If you haven’t made it to any of the shows yet at the Muny, there’s still tickets for IN THE HEIGHTS and a handful still available for ANYTHING GOES.   RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOUR INTERESTED!   IN THE HEIGHTS Monday, August 15   Before Hamilton, the visionary Lin-Manuel Miranda made a splash on Broadway with In the Heights. Set against the beats of salsa and hip-hop, the acclaimed musical tells the story of Usnavi, who longs to pick up his roots and move away from Washington Heights, the tight-knit New York City neighborhood that shaped him. Filled with thrilling choreography and fantastic songs, you will be swept away by this powerful and beautiful show. A MUNY PREMIERE! So why wouldn’t you want to see this show?   ANYTHING GOES Monday, August 19   Cole Porter’s hilarious musical comedy Anything Goes debuted nearly 90 years ago and was last seen on our stage in 1999. In this tap-dancing romp on the high seas, two unlikely pairs on the S.S. American set sail for true love and a boatload of comedic chaos. Unforgettable songs include “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “You’re the Top” and the show stopping title tune, “Anything Goes.” Come aboard for some good old-fashioned fun! Music and Lyrics by COLE PORTER       Call Carlos at 314.968.9000. Ask for Mary C. She will hook you up with tickets! Even if you’ve already seen a show this year. First come-first served!