Florida Division of Blind Services to Host 75th Anniversary Expo and White Cane Safety Day Ceremony
October 12, 2016
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Florida Division of Blind Services to Host 75th Anniversary Expo and White Cane Safety Day Ceremony
Tallahassee, Fla., October 12, 2016– Tomorrow, the Florida Division of Blind Services (DBS) will host its 75th Anniversary and White Cane Safety Day Ceremony and Expo in Tallahassee. The event will feature educational sessions, business networking opportunities and a community and technology showcase.
White Cane Safety Day is a time to celebrate the abilities and successes achieved by persons who are blind. The day is also intended to educate the public of the White Cane Law, which requires motorists to stop when a pedestrian carrying a white cane or accompanied by a guide dog is crossing a street.
During the ceremony, DBS administrators will also induct new members into the "Successful 75," an award program that recognizes individuals, organizations and businesses who have remained steadfast in the advancement of independence for persons who are blind and visually impaired.
This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
What: Division of Blind Services 75th Anniversary/White Cane Safety Day Ceremony and Expo
When: Thursday, October 13, 2016
9a.m. – 5 p.m.
75th Anniversary & White Cane Safety Day Ceremony
11 a.m.
Who: Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart, Florida Department of Education
Director Robert L. Doyle III, Florida Division of Blind Services
Dave Bigoney, Triathlete and Navy Veteran
Talent Development Manager Angela Hendrieth, Manager, Equity and Workforce Development, City of Tallahassee
Captain Jeffrey Bissainthe, Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Where: Florida State University
Student Services Building
Room 203
874 Traditions Way
Tallahassee
For 75 years, DBS has fostered independence for the blind and visually impaired community through its educational, vocational, medical, social and recreational services and programs. Its mission is to ensure blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support and opportunity to achieve success. To find out more, visit dbs.fldoe.org.
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