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Sarah Dorsch Wins Award of Excellence: Sarah Dorsch of Allenstown was the recipient of this year's "Award of Excellence" from the Northeast Chapter of the Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (NEAER). NEAER is the local chapter of an international organization of professionals serving children and adults who are visually impaired. Read more »
Century 21 Cardinal Raises Over $1000: More than a dozen employees and sales associates of Century 21 Cardinal Real Estate, Nashua, hosted a yard sale that raised over $1,000 for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind. Read more »
Amy Nichols Receives Certificate: Amy Nichols, Treasurer of the Board, client and volunteer, along with her guide dog Sheba, received a Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding dedication and support of Safety & Driver Education at a Safer Driver Conference in Concord on November 17, 2007. Read more »
Plaque of Appreciation Presented to Outback Steakhouse: In early September, members of the Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon Committee gathered to present a plaque of appreciation to the Outback Steakhouse for their loyal and generous support of the Association's 4th Annual Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon that was held on June 2, 2007.

Pictured are Marc-Damian Hartley, Manager, and some of the employees who worked at this year's Walk-A-Thon. The lunch was delicious and the Outback staff terrific. Thank you!
In Memory: Kenneth Howes: One of our staff members, Kenneth F. Howes (55) died suddenly on Saturday, September 8, 2007.

Ken held the position of Database Administrator since 2000. Earlier Ken was a self-employed master carpenter. Subsequently he attended NH Technical College to major in computer technology, earn an A.A.S. and be elected to the National Honor Society. Ken will be greatly missed.
In Memory: Jo Ann Adcock October 26, 1941 - July 28, 2007: Jo Adcock served as a member of the Board of Directors of the New Hampshire Association for the Blind since 1996. She was Chair of the Client Services Committee, 2000 to 2006; and had served as Vice Chair of the Board's Executive Committee.

In these roles, Jo worked tirelessly to provide more services to clients throughout New Hampshire and powerfully championed their needs. Her legacy will not be forgotten.
Doreen Manetta of Nashua Joins NH Association for the Blind's Board of Directors: Robert Cholette, Chairman of the Board, announces the election of Doreen Manetta to the New Hampshire Association for the Blind's Board of Directors. Read more »
New Technology Unveiled: Onyx: On June 13, 2007, Freedom Scientific held a low vision technology workshop at the McGreal Sight Center of the New Hampshire Association for the Blind. At this meeting, Dusty Vorhees, Senior Product Manager, unveiled the newest addition to their low vision suite of products - the Onyx. This was the national debut of this product. The Onyx is a video magnification device which allows the user to magnify both near and distance targets. Read more »
Annual McGreal Society Luncheon: The annual McGreal Society luncheon was held on May 17th at the Sight Center to thank and honor contributors who have included the Association in their estate plans or who have made a planned gift such as a gift annuity or trust.
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2007 Clients Arts Exhibit: For all who attended, the recent Arts Exhibit at the Portsmouth Public Library brought new understanding of the independence of those who are visually impaired.
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Congratulations to one of our staff members: Kimberly A. Stumph, Low Vision Therapist/ AT Specialist: At the spring convocation, University of Massachusetts Boston, Kimberly A. Stumph was the first student in the Orientation and Mobility program to receive the ICI: Vision Studies Award for Academic Excellence.
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The 4th Annual Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon Raises over $30,000: More than 400 walkers turned out for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind's 4th Annual Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon held in Concord on Saturday June 2nd. Walkers from across the state participated including one hundred walkers from the Red Arrow Diner in Manchester.
Thank you for your support of our 4th Annual Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon: The dedication of our volunteers, determination of our clients and the generosity of our many loyal supporters is wonderful! On behalf of the Association's Walk-A-Thon Committee, Board of Directors, staff, and those we serve, thank you for your support of the 4th Annual Blind Awareness Walk-A-Thon.
Board Member Frank Spain Presents at Keene Rotary Club: Board member Frank Spain and Keene Rotary club president John Harper at a Rotary Club meeting in Keene, NH recently.
Board of Directors Elects Four New Members: The Board of Directors for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind has recently elected four new members: Roger E. Bouchard, John Holm, Susan A. Manchester and Gayle Yarnall.
Guy Woodland Promoted to Senior Vice President For New Hampshire Association for the Blind: George Theriault, President and Chief Executive Officer of the New Hampshire Association for the Blind announced the promotion of Guy Woodland to Senior Vice President. Guy joined the management team of the Association in 1999 as the Vice President for Rehabilitation and Education.
Bob Cholette to Chair Blind Association's Board of Directors: Robert "Bob" Cholette of Laconia was elected Chairman of the Board for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind at the Association's Annual Meeting on November 9, 2006. Cholette has been a member of the Association's Board of Director's since 1999.
Frank Spain Joins Board of Directors for The Association: Frank Spain of Swanzey was recently elected to the Board of Directors for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind.
Community Integration Christmas Fete for Clients: Volunteers and staff organized a Christmas fete for clients that involved comical story reading and singing Christmas carols.
Association Annual Meeting, November 9 2006: At the Association's November 9th Annual Meeting, Jan Halley, Program Director of M.I.C.E. (Multi-sensory Intervention through Consultation and Education) received a check to be used by their services which are geared to infants and young children, birth to age three, who are diagnosed or at risk for vision and/or hearing loss.
Spooky Silent Auction Raises Over $21,000 for Blind Association: It was a very successful first year for the New Hampshire Association for the Blind's Spooky Silent Auction which was held at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord on Saturday October 21, 2006.

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