Make Plans to Attend the 2018 Guide Dog Users, Inc. Convention!
When: Sunday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Where: At the Union Station Hotel, 1820 Market Street, St Louis, Missouri 63103 (Currently all ACB rooms are full) Extremely Important!!!! Message from ACB convention coordinator regarding convention hotel: Just a quick reminder if you have a room at Union Station hotel that you will be unable to use please don’t cancel with the hotel, contact me directly. If you cancel with the hotel ACB is unable to get the room at the convention rate. E-mail me at janet.dickelman@gmail.com (651) 428-5059.
If you are still looking for a hotel room there are 2 overflow hotels. The Drury Inn has vacancies beginning July 1st for $109 per night including breakfast and happy hour. The Drury is just a block from Union Station.
Also The Hilton Ballpark is offering a room rate of $119 per night and is a mile from Union Station.
Note about registration:
At 11:59 PM Pacific time on Sunday, June 17th pre-registration will close. If you have not registered prior to that time you will be unable to register or make any changes to your registration form until you arrive in St. Louis. You will also pay the higher on-site registration fees. Pre-registration saves time and money; if you are pre-registered you can pick up your registration packet Thursday evening, June 28th from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM or Friday and Saturday mornings from 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and avoid the lines of individuals who have not yet registered.
Options for traveling to St Louis.
St Louis is served by Lambert Airport, code STL. Many airlines fly to St. Louis:
Air Canada
Air Choice One
Alaska Airlines
American Airlines
Delta Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Southwest Airlines
United Airlines
XTRAirways
St. Louis is also served by Amtrak, Greyhound and Mega bus; all 3 stop at the Gateway Transportation Center at 430 South 15th Street, five blocks from the hotel.
Airport Assistance
If you’re flying to St. Louis and would like some assistance at the airport when you arrive or on your way back home, contact ACB Volunteer Coordinator, Margarine Beaman, who’s already recruiting helpful, well-informed volunteers to assist you through the airport and onto the hotel shuttle or other airport transportation mode. Please submit the following information:
Your name
The name of the airline you will be arriving on
Your departure city
Arrival Flight number
Arrival date and time
Departure airline
Departure date
Departure time
Your cell phone number
You can send Margarine an e-mail with “airport Information” in the subject line at mailto:Oleo50@hotmail.com or call her at 512.921.1625.
Getting from and to the Airport
Air Port Shuttle: Thanks to a generous donation by General Motors, round trip shuttle service from and to the airport with Go Best Express has been reduced to $25.00 round trip or $12.50 one way. If you have already made your shuttle reservation you will be refunded the additional cost. Make your reservation by calling Go Best Express 24/7 reservations department at 314-222-5300 and provide discount code: ACB2018.
If you prefer you can also take Metrolink, St. Louis’s light rail system from the airport to the Union Station Hotel for $4.00.
Paratransit in St. Louis
To be certified for Paratransit, contact (314) 652-3617. A message from Amy Parker, the Acting Director of ADA Services: “It would be helpful if your attendees could call our Transit Access Center at 314-982-1510 so that we can get them registered as Paratransit Visitors. Generally, we gather a bit of information about dates of stay, local address and contact number, as well as a copy of “home” ADA Paratransit Certification if available. We then take a few minutes to go over our procedures for making reservations etc.”
You should call the transit access center at least 2 weeks prior to your visit to St. Louis. The phone number for setting up rides is (314) 652-3617.
Will you need a Wheelchair or a scooter while visiting the ACB/GDUI Convention? Contact: Provider Plus, Inc.,
314-961-8500
7748 Watson St Louis, MO 63119
https://www.providerplus.com/
Weekly rate for scooters is $125.00,
Manual wheelchairs are $60.00 per week.
There is an additional $50 delivery and pick-up fee.
Information for your guide: Food at Convention!
There’s no need to lug an extra, or heavier suitcase filled with dog food to St. Louis or, to make a quick trip to a pet store the moment you arrive! Order food for your guide dog through ScoopMasters! Once again this year, ScoopMasters will provide and maintain our dog relief areas. If you would like to pre-order dog food to be delivered to your hotel room, call Tim Stone at 800.787.7667, or order online at http://scoopmasters.com/acb. Here’s a note from Tim: “It’s a simple form that asks for name, phone number, brand and type of food. I will contact you to get the details within 24 hours of receiving your call or online order, and I will accept payments at the hotel.” Food must be ordered no later than June 18.
Veterinary Care
Webster Groves Animal Hospital
8028 Big Bend Blvd. St. Louis, Missouri 63119
Phone: (314) 968-4310
www.webstervets.com
(Note from Sarah Calhoun: During convention, Webster Groves Animal Hospital has agreed to accept any guide dog that may need medical attention. They are open 24 hours, 7 days a week. I talked to Maria Lumia who is the office manager. She said they will apply their discount of 50% to service dogs. The hospital has an Onsight pharmacy, extremely nice staff and are very professional. Maria said, prior to convention she will remind the staff that many guide dogs from all over the country will be attending the ACB and GDUI convention. If a dog needs medical attention, we can call the hospital ahead of time and they will be waiting for us. I took my guide there last summer on an emergency situation due to my vet being closed on a Sunday. She received excellent care!
Other options:
Jefferson Animal Hospital
2120 South Jefferson
314-772-4438
Monday – Thursday
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
2 miles
St. Louis Veterinary Center
1611 South Grand Blvd.
314-773-6400
2.6 miles
Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – noon
Animal emergency clinic
9937 big bend Rd
(314) 822-7600
Open 24 hours
A GDUI national Convention offers a time and a place for you and your guide dogs to meet and catch up with guide dog users from across the country and the world. Mingle, meet, share experiences, ask questions, learn and play together! Visit the GDUI BarkaLounge to find and purchase an amazing assortment of wonderful products designed to keep you and your guide dogs happy and healthy. Meet trainers from guide dog schools from coast to coast; get your dog a massage and learn how to do it yourself; buy a raffle ticket or three for a chance to win our plush yellow labbie named Moe; join the Munch Bunch at Maggie O’Brien’s, a nearby restaurant, and share kibbles, coffee, and conversation with guide dog users and trainers; attend interesting presentations. Be there for the best auction of the summer, enjoy inevitable “bidding wars,” and bring home some goodies for yourselves and your pooches! Unleash your many talents and entertain yourselves and your friends, new and old! There’s something for every guide dog and every guide dog user to enjoy at the 2018 Guide Dog Users’ Convention, and we can’t wait to meet you in St. Louis!
The GDUI Convention is held in conjunction with the American Council of the Blind’s 2018 Conference and Convention, which begins on June 29 and runs until July 5. So, when you come to GDUI’s convention, you will also have an opportunity to learn more about ACB and participate in their general sessions, which are held in the mornings after the GDUI Munch Bunch and which precede GDUI convention program events. You can visit the famous ACB Exhibits Hall, where you can gain hands-on experience with assistive technologies, ranging from low tech to high, and covering everything in-between! Learn about the latest technologies, attend seminars and classes, take advantage of ACB tours, meet new friends, and spend a comfortable and comforting week with hundreds of people who are blind and vision impaired, like you! Visit this web page often for updated GDUI Convention information, including all of the auction items that will be up for bid at the GDUI auction, and much more! (Complete GDUI 2018 convention program appears further down this page)
Remember, Mo, 2018’s pick of the litter can be yours. Get your raffle tickets to win the right to bring home this fabulous plush yellow lab in harness. Tickets on sale through 10:00 AM on July 4 and you don’t need to be present to win!!
Listen in on the NylaPhone Pawty Line to hear about a gorgeous plush pup named Moe! Then, scurry on over to the GDUI web site to purchase your own raffle tickets! Listen, the NylaPhone is ringing – … … … “Hi, Willow! Lakota here. Girl have you heard about the Grand Prize at this year’s ACB/GDUI national convention in St. Louis, Missouri? He’s a real cutie Pie!” “Oh, Lakota, tell me more! Who, or should I say what is it?” “Well, he’s a long, lean loving yellow lab, with dreamy, beckoning, brown eyes and soft, fluffy ears. What’s more, he’s in the service, too! Yep! You should see that custom-made leather harness he’s wearing.” “Oh, Lakota, I think I’m already in love!” “Okay, girls! I heard that! This is Giggles and I’m interested too. But what do you mean by saying he’s the grand prize?” “Well, Giggles, his name is Moe ‘cause he hails from Missouri and he’s another unique, one-of-a-kind and anyone can win him!” “Hi, girls! Mr. A here! What’s this I hear about a yellow lab named Moe? And, what’s so special about him?” “Oh, Mr. A, he’s so handsome…just like you! He’s the strong, silent type. He never whimpers or whines or barks. He doesn’t eat anything, He can lie on the sofa or bed and he won’t shed. He doesn’t require early morning or late night potty breaks so, quite naturally he doesn’t put down anything that anyone has to pick up! Just one look at him can turn a frown upside down and nobody can resist touching his soft, long, floppy ears!” “Well…he does sound like me-you know, strong, handsome, etc. I bet he’d make a great companion for just about anyone…even me. You say he’s the grand prize? How does one go about winning him?” “Anyone can win him, or anyone with the winning ticket, that is. The tickets are only 3 for $5 or 7 for $10. The drawing will be held in St. Louis, Missouri during the national GDUI convention and all proceeds will go towards GDUI!” “Well, I don’t know about you all, but I can assure you I’m certainly going to do my best to bring Moe back to Connecticut with me.” “You can certainly try, Mr. A, but I think Moe would look just fine sitting on one of my mom’s tables here in Maryland.” “Keep dreaming, Willow! Moe is just my type and he needs to stay right here with us in Missouri!” “Now, you all, don’t you know I’m gonna get that winning ticket?” “Well, the truth is that anyone can claim Moe. All that is needed is that one winning ticket…but you must have that ticket!” “Let’s call Sara Calhoun today!”
Purchase tickets, 3 for $5 or 7 for $10 and pay with PayPal online at the GDUI Products Page: https://guidedogusersinc.org/shop/. To do things the old fashioned way, via phone, call Sarah Calhoun, at the GDUI office, at 866-799-8436.
GDUI 2018 Convention Program
Sunday, July 1, 2018 – Wednesday, July 4, 2018
President: Penny Reeder
GDUI 2018 convention program team: Eileen Akers, Sarah Calhoun, Lynn Coats, Andrea Giudice, Dr. Nicholas Giudice, III Ph.D., Maria Hansen, Lynn Merrill, Nara Murphy, and Penny Reeder
Quick courtesy reminders from Mr. A. (Andrea’s guide): “Thanks for reading these, they will make my job, and that of all your guides, so much easier! Always keep your guide on a short leash when out and about in the hotel- I know my mom gets distracted by people and things so if I am not close to her side, on a short leash, I sometimes forget my best manners and get into mischief. Please give us guides a chance to relieve at least twice as often as at home, because, you know how it is when away from home- different water, lots of excitement and disrupted schedules Etc. And, oh yes, Please always pick up after us, I am so embarrassed by what my mom says when she steps in poop!! Remember that convention is one of the most stressful working environments for us, your fuzzy eyes, so please give us every opportunity to be successful!”
Remember, Mo, 2018’s pick of the litter can be yours. Get your raffle tickets to win the right to bring home this fabulous plush yellow lab in harness.
To Purchase tickets, 3 for $5 or 7 for $10, preconvention order online at the GDUI Products Page: https://guidedogusersinc.org/shop/.
To do things the old fashioned way, via phone, call Sarah Calhoun, at the GDUI office, at 866-799-8436.
During Convention tickets will be available in the BarkaLounge
GDUI BarkaLounge hours:
Sunday July 1, noon to 5:00 PM, Monday-Tuesday, July 2 – 3, 10:00AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 4, 9:00AM to 12 noon.
Sunday, July 1
6:45 – 8:15 AM- GDUI Munch Bunch
Join the pack for a “community run” to Maggie O’Brien’s (2000 Market St) for kibbles and coffee! All are welcome.
(Learn more about this establishment and read the menu, further down this page)
12:00 – 5:00 PM- GDUI BarkaLounge is open!
Kick back and enjoy; Socialize, purchase cool products, get your guide a restorative canine massage, and, best of all, the lovely Louisville Ladies (Miss Jane and Miss Connie) the queens of the BarkaLounge will be there to help, Even if we totally know they are there because of our dogs we are beyond grateful to have them!
To schedule a massage for your guide during convention call Carla at 650-678-0884.
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Session one: Help Your Dog Adjust to Convention Life
Presenter: Becky Barnes Davidson, Consumer Outreach, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Yorktown Heights NY.
First convention? Back after a long time? This is for you. Get tips on dealing with the relief areas, other guide teams, canes, finding help, and conquering convention chaos!
1:30 – 2:45 PM- GDUI Hotel Orientation
Learning the hotel layout will reduce stress. Hotel orientation provided by guide dog school staff and trained volunteers. (Please note: For guide dog users only)
3:00 – 4:15 PM
Session two: AIRA – through the looking glasses
Presenter: Prof. Nicholas A. Giudice, Ph.D., University of Maine, Orono, ME
Accessing visual information when/where you need it! Longtime Aira user and scientific advisor discusses how it works, pros and cons, answers questions, and provides a live demonstration.
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Session 3: Meet and Greet with the GDUI board in the BarkaLounge
Meet GDUI board members in person. Thank them for their service to GDUI and share your ideas. President Penny Reeder says, “When we would ordinarily host a board meeting, we will all be in the GDUI BarkaLounge to give our members and friends an opportunity for meeting and greeting — and perusing and buying fabulous products to make our dogs and us happy!
Kick off Convention right!”
All GDUI members and friends are welcome.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM- Live Auction Preview
Check out all the cool, interesting, yummy, fun, and unique items that will cross the auction block!
7:00 – 9:00 PM- GDUI Live Auction!!
Where to be Sunday evening? The GDUI Live Auction, of course! It will have all the things you love about auctions – a vast array of items to encourage bidding battles, a cash bar, and … much laughter!!!!!!! Yes, we’ve got it all! Don’t miss the fun!
(Stay tuned to the GDUI Announce list for “teasers” about items in this year’s auction and check back here often as the list of auction items will continue to be updated)
9:30-11:00 PM- Talent Unleashed!
Are you a singer, musician, comedian, something else? Well come and strut your stuff at the GDUI open mic event. Oh yes, if it helps, there is a cash bar!
Monday, July 2
6:45 – 8:15 AM- GDUI Munch Bunch
Join the pack for a “community run” to Maggie O’Brien’s (2000 Market St) for kibbles and coffee! All are welcome.
7:30 – 8:30 AM- GDUI Hotel Orientation
Learning the hotel layout will reduce stress. Hotel orientation provided by guide dog school staff and trained volunteers. (Please note: For guide dog users only)
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM- GDUI BarkaLounge is open!
Stop by, get some raffle tickets, visit with the Louisville Ladies and check out the awesome merchandise!
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Session 1: Welcome, Introductions, and Announcements.
Give a quick intro for yourself and your dog, learn which friends have returned for another year, and hear important announcements regarding the GDUI convention.
2:45 PM – 4:00 PM
Session 2: Guide Dog School tails
Right from the dog’s mouth! Hear from guide dog school representatives about how they do what it is that we are so grateful they do!
4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Session 3: Guides – from Downunder to the Great White north
Presenter: Marc Gillard, Orientation & Mobility Services Manager, Guide dogs for the Blind, San Rafael CA
Marc Gillard has worked in the guide dog field for 26 years. Originally from Australia, he received a graduate diploma in Orientation and Mobility from La Trobe University, Melbourne. Mark has worked in more countries then can be listed. What stories this international Phenom will have!
6:30PM – 7:45 PM
Session 4: Canine Massage Techniques ($10-$12)
Presenter: Carla Campbell, Quadrassage, Menlo Park, CA
Carla, a professional canine massage therapist and long-time guide dog handler, has massaged over 200 guides at conventions since 2001. Helping guides cope with convention chaos is always the highlight of her year. Sign up soon for this hands-on workshop, limit 20.
Tuesday, July 3
6:45 – 8:15 AM- GDUI Munch Bunch
Join the pack for a “community run” to Maggie O’Brien’s (2000 Market St) for kibbles and coffee! This is our last Munch Bunch so don’t miss it… All are welcome.
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM- GDUI BarkaLounge is open!
Okay, your guide is doing an amazing job so, bump up your game and get a really high value reward with toys or a massage, or how about both? While there grab some raffle tickets and a reward for yourself!
1:15 – 2:30 PM
Session 1: TUPP for your PUP- Life is Best with Dogs… And Tupperware!!!!
Speaker: Mary Anterhaus
Mary has loved helping change households with time-saving, money-saving, space-saving, taste-saving ideas for over 37 years. In addition to her husband, 2 adult children, and 2 grandchildren Mary has 3 granddoggies, and two 4 legged boys at home. It is the lessons learned from these furry family members on which she will draw for this presentation. Join Mary to learn new ways to use a longtime household standby; traveling with and storing dog food and treats, alternative options for portable bowls, new and creative ways to keep dog gear organized, and so much more. Tupperware, it’s not just for people anymore!
2:45 – 4:00 PM
Session 2: Tips and Tricks
Presenter: Lukas Franck, The Seeing Eye, Morristown NJ
During this “round table” discussion, facilitated by Lukas, learn some of his tried and true tricks and share one of your own. Remember, this is a friendly “help your neighbor” event so it is totally nonspecific to any training program or philosophy.
4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Session 3: as a curtesy to ACB there is no GDUI programming scheduled at this time in order to allow for set-up and preparation in advance of their auction.
Wednesday July 4:
9:00 AM – Noon: GDUI BarkaLounge is open! (Quick, there will be only one hour left to purchase your raffle tickets, ticket sales close at 10:00 AM., to win the right to give Mo his forever home!!)
Gentle reminder, This is the last day it is open so be certain you have completed all your business and made all the purchases you need before the doors close on the 2018 GDUI BarkaLounge. Don’t forget to stop by to express your appreciation to the Louisville Ladies, without them there wouldn’t be, among so much else, a BarkaLounge!
12:15 – 2:30 PM
Session 1: GDUI Lunch, with speaker, & Awards Presentation$35)
Speaker: Paul L. Mimms, MSW, Kansas City, MO
Mr. Mimms, a navy veteran, is an innovative leader. He is a fierce advocate for change on the local and national level.
Enjoy our inspirational speaker and send up a cheer for the 2018 GDUI award recipients while dining on fried Chicken, Green Beans, and Mashed Potatoes with Tuxedo Cheese Cake for dessert. If you indicated a preference for a vegetarian meal on your registration form you will be having cheese Tortellini with tomato Pesto Sauce, Ricotta Silata Cheese, Toasted Pine Nuts and Ultimate Chocolate Cake for dessert. All meals come with iced tea.
More about Maggie O’Brien’s
2000 Market St
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 421-1388
Maggie O’Brien’s was named in honor of the original owner, Harry Belli’s, Great Grandmother, Maggie and Great Grandmother, Winnie O’Brien. Maggie is pictured in the oval frame on the wall next to the entrance. Maggie’s has been a Downtown St. Louis institution since 1979! If you’re from St. Louis you have a Maggie O’Brien’s story. Maggie’s is owned and operated by St. Louis born and raised brothers Patrick and Eddie McVe
Maggie O’Briens’ is opening especially for GDUI!! Here is the menu.
Meals: corned beef, hash and eggs $9.99, Irish breakfast sandwich smoked
Corned beef, horseradish mustard, pepper jack cheese, topped with an egg with potatoes $10.99, biscuits and gravy $6.99
Traditional breakfast with two eggs, sausage or bacon, and potatoes $8.99
Irish omelette corned beef, egg, red onion, and cheese with potatoes $9.99, French toast, eggs, and bacon or sausage $8.99
Sides: 1 egg $1.49, 2 sausage or 2 bacon $2.49, 1 biscuit or toast $1.49,
Items can be served without meat if desired.
2018 Exhibit Hall Guide
ACB Exhibit Hall Sponsored By JPMorgan Chase, & Co.
Note: All listings include: booth number and name of exhibitor.
EXHIBIT HALL HOURS
Saturday, June 30th: 1:00 – 5:00 PM, Sunday, July 1st: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday, July 2nd: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday, July 3rd: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday, July 4th: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
1. Visit Rochester, 2–4. ACB Mini Mall, 5. ACB MMS
6. ACB Angel Memorial Wall, 7. Friends-In-Art
8. Illinois Council of the Blind, 9. Missouri Council of the Blind
10. Blind Pride International, 11. Travel One
12. Described & Captioned Media Program, 13. Braille Bibles International
14. Lutheran Braille Workers, 15. Guidelights & Gadgets, 16. Casa De Noriega
17. Guiding Eyes for the Blind, 18. Guide Dogs of the Desert
19. National Library Service BPH, 20. Bureau of Engraving & Printing
21. Sprint, 22–23. American Printing House for the Blind,
24–26. National Braille Press, 27. NRTC on Blindness & Low Vision
28. Guide Dog Foundation, 29. Industries for the Blind, Milwakee
30. Centene Corporation, 31. Maxi Aids
32–34. HumanWare, 35. Second Sight, 36. Leader Dogs for the Blind
37. HIMS, 38. The Blind Life, 39. Southeastern Guide Dogs
40. Magnifying America, 41. Neat! Artist Studio, 42. VEMI/Chrome Lab, 43. Cisco
44–45. AIRA, 46. The Harbolt Company, 47. Braille Design.com
48. Way Around, 49. Guide Dogs of America, 50. Horizons for the Blind
51. Irie-AT, 52. Tangible Surface Research, LLC, 53. The Seeing Eye, 54. Polara
55. Midwest Braille Volunteeers, 56. Braulio Worldwide
57. Guide Dogs for the Blind, 58. Industries of the Blind, 59. Yongevity
60. Brady Zone, 61. Votec Corporation
62. Duxbury Systems, 63. ViewPlus Technologies, Inc.
64. Intern’l Association of Audio Information Services, 65. Cyber Timez
66. Vanda Pharmaceuticals
67–73. VFO, 74. Express Scripts, 75–76. En-Vision America
77. JW.org, 78. Seattle Lighthouse for the Blind, 79. Charter Communications
Free Aira Access Locations
In preparation for this year’s ACB Convention, Aira has made the following areas free Aira Access Locations:
- STL Airport
- St. Louis Union Sheraton Hotel
- Hilton Ball Park
- Drury Inn
- St. Louis Arch
- Busch Stadium
- University of Missouri – St. Louis and Columbia (fun fact: this is CEO Suman Kanuganti’s alma mater)
Aira Access will also be available at all locations on the ACB tours – find out where in the “Tours” section on this page: https://acbconvention.org/. Remember, Explorers can use Aira in any of these locations completely free of charge. Not an Explorer? Not a problem! Before traveling to St. Louis download the app at aira.io/app, register as a guest, and you can also use Aira for free in any Aira Access Location.
Street Directions
The north side of Union Station Hotel faces Market Street. The east side of the hotel is on 18th street, and the west side is on 20th street. Market divides the cross streets into north and south (e.g., N. 15th and S. 15th).
Streets running east and west are named after trees, except Washington and Clark.
Odd numbered addresses are on the north side of these streets; the even numbers are on the south side.
Streets running north and south are named after numbers, with the odd numbers on the west side and the even numbers on the east side.
Some streets have a break because of a park.
Streets running east and west:
Starting north of the hotel streets are
Washington Avenue
Locust Street
Olive Street
Pine Street
Chestnut Street
Market Street
Clark Street
Spruce Street
Streets running north and south:
From east to west, streets are
11th
12th (Tucker)
13th
14th
15th
16th
17th
18th
(Union Station Hotel)
20th
ST. LOUIS LOCAL BUSINESSES
EMERGENCY CARE:
St. Louis University Hospital
3635 Visa – I-44 at Grand
Phone: 314-577-8000
www.ssmhealth.com/sluhospital
2.3 miles
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
One Barnes-Jewish Hospital Plaza
I-64 at Kingshighway
Phone: 314-747-3000
www.barnesjewish.org
3.8 miles
Downtown Urgent Care
916 Olive Street
Phone: 314-436-9300
www.stlurgentcare.com
open Mon/Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat/Sun 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
.8 miles
FOOD & PHARMACY:
Culinaria – Schnuck’s Market
315 North 9th Street
Phone: 314-436-7694
www.culinariaschnucks.com
Pharmacy on site, Phone: 314-436-7491
.9 miles
Walgreens
1530 Lafayette Avenue
Phone: 314-678-1039
www.walgreens.com
Pharmacy on site
1.2 miles
VISITOR SERVICES:
Disabled Accessibility Information
Voice – 314-622-3686
TDD – 314-622-3693
RESTAURANTS IN WALKING DISTANCE of Convention hotel:
Station Grille — located inside hotel (FAMILY FRIENDLY)
Hours: 6a-11a breakfast
11a-2p lunch
5-10 dinner
Hard Rock Café — Union Station South
314.621.7625
Hours: 11a-12a Sun through Thurs
11a-1a Fri & Sat
Landry’s Seafood Restaurant — Union Station South
314.231.4040
Hours: 10a-9p Mon
11a-11p Tue through Sat
11a-10p Sun
Maggie O’Brien’s
2000 Market Street
314.421.1388
Hours: 11a-3a Mon through Sat
Irish Pub featuring American and Irish traditional food and a local hot spot for local music and late night fun.
Lombardo’s Trattoria
201 South 20th Street
314.621.0666
Hours: 11a-10p Mon through Friday
Pastas, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and more. Three-star Mobil Travel Guide Award. Reservations recommended.
Syberg’s
2211 Market Street
314.231.2430
Hours: 11am-1:30am Mon-Thurs
11am-3am Fri-Sat
11am-12am Sun
Sports Bar, Pizza, wings, sandwiches, salads & Kid friendly
Schlafly Tap Room
2100 Locust Street
314.241.2337
Hours: 11a – 10p Mon through Thur
11a-12a Fri & Sat
12p-10p Sun
Microbrewery and brew pub featuring handcrafted beers brewed on sight. Traditional American and European dishes.
SHORT RIDE AWAY
360 Rooftop
314.241.8439
(open 4p-12a)
Eleven Eleven Mississippi
1111 Mississippi Avenue
314.241.9999
Hours: 11a-10p Mon through Thur
11a-12a Fri
5p-12a Sat
This restaurant offers a casual, yet upscale and trendy atmosphere and an amazing menu.
Sqwires
1415 South 18th Street
314.865.3522
Hours: 11a-9p Tue through Thur
11a-1qp Fri & Sa
8a-3p Sun Brunch Sat & Sun
Sqwires serves seasonal menus, fresh seafood and innovative menus items. And don’t forget our homemade desserts!
BB’s Jazz, Blues & Soups
700 South Broadway
314.436.5222
Hours: 6p-3a Mon through Sun
Nightclub restaurant featuring St. Louis-style cuisine with St. Louis and national jazz and blues acts Sun – Sat.
Charlie Gitto’s Pasta House
207 North 6th Street
314.436.2828
Hours: 11a-10p Mon through Thur
11a-11p Fri & Sat
A legendary establishment since 1974. A popular lunch and dinner spot frequented by celebrities, sports figures and fans alike.
Tony’s Restaurant
410 Market Street
314.231.7007
Hours: 5p-11p Mon through Thur
5p-11:30p Fri & Sat
AAA Four Diamond award winner. Mobil Four-Star award winner. Award-winning wine list. Tableside service. Fine dining at its best.
Caleco’s Bar & Grill
101 N. Broadway
314.421.0708
11a-3a every day
The Over/Under Bar & Grill
911 Washington Avenue
314.621.8881
Hours: 11a-1:30a Mon-Thurs
11a-3a Fri & Sat
Maurizio’s Pizza & Sports Bar
220 S. Tucker
314.621.1997
Hours: 11a-2a Sun-Thurs
11a-3a Fri & Sat
Wasabi Sushi Bar
1228 Washington Avenue
314.421.3500
Pappy’s Smokehouse
3106 Olive Street
314.535.4340
Hours: 11a-8p Mon-Sat
11a-4p Sun
Fountain Ice Cream bar & Restaurant
3037 Locust street
314.535.7800
Hours: 11a-12a Fri&Sat
Broadway Oyster Bar
736 south Broadway
314.621.8811
Hours: 11a-3a Mon through Sun
Featuring Cajun- Creole and American delicacies, as well as the freshest seafood. Catch local and national bands nightly playing blues and R&B.
BREAKFAST OPTIONS
STATION GRILLE AT ST. LOUIS UNION STATION HOTEL
OPEN EVERYDAY 6AM-11AM
White Knight Diner
1801 Olive Street
314.621.5949
Hours: 6a-3p Mon through Fri
7a-1:30p Sat
Rooster Café
1104 Locust Street
314.241.8118
Hours: 7a-3p Mon through Fri
8a-3pm Sat & Sun
Chris’ Pancakes
5980 Southwest Avenue
314.645.2088
Hours: 6a-9p Mon through Sat
7a-9p Sun
Chris –@ The Docket
100 N Tucker
314.977.4615
Hours: 7a-2:30p Fri-Sun
6:30a-7pm Mon-Thur
Vin de Set
2017 Choteau Avenue
314.241.8989
Hours: 10a-2p Sunday Brunch
Lucas Park
1234 Washington Avenue
314.241.7770
Hours: 11a-1:30a Mon through Wed
11a-3a Thur through Sat
10a-1:30a Sun
St. Louis Bread Co
116 N. 6th Street
314.588.0423
Every day 6a-7p
Snarf’s
614 Washington Avenue
314.241.0100
Hours: 7A-10P Mon-Fri
8A-10P Sat & Sun
A Sampling of ACB Sessions
Here are items excerpted from the ACB Convention page. Refer to ACB’s page, or your program once at Convention, for a complete listing of sessions and their descriptions you can download the 2018 program from Acb.org. Follow the link for the 2018 program; the program is in two volumes, you must download each volume separately.
VFO presents
Saturday, June 30: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM:
“User Group Meeting for JAWS and ZoomText customers from the past, present, and future.
Second sight presents
Saturday, June 30: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
They will present an informational session about the Argus II® Retinal Prosthesis System – the first and only approved long-term therapy for people living with advanced Retinitis Pigmentosa in the U.S.
Hims presents
Saturday, June 30: 10:00 AM
“Finally, Something New In A Braille Display!
“Join HIMS for a comprehensive review of braille technology: What is the future of Braille Displays? — And the Braille Display of the future?”
APH Presents
Saturday, June 30: 11:00 AM to noon.
Session will highlight a number of APH’s most popular products
Microsoft presents:
Saturday, June 30: 3:30PM – 4:45PM
Microsoft Accessibility Office Hours. This is your opportunity to speak with Microsoft’s Disability Answer Desk.
ACB General Session presenter
Sunday, July 1
Richard Turner, “Dealt” – Don’t let anyone tell you its impossible!
Microsoft presents:
Sunday, July 1, 4:15 PM -5:30 PM
Microsoft Accessibility in Windows
HumanWare presents
Sunday, July 1 5:45 PM — 7:00 PM
HumanWare BrailleNoteTouch/Brailliant BI14
1Touch self-defense classes
Sunday, July 1: 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM: Beginner class
7:30 to 9:00 PM: intermediate class
$12.00 pre-registration and $15 on site.
Audio Described Documentary
Sunday, July 1: 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
The audio described documentary Dealt, about Richard, and his magic and tremendous celebrity success, will be shown. Join ACB for this complimentary documentary presentation, after the presentation Richard will be available to discuss the film and answer any questions.
En-Vision America and Express Script presents
Monday July 2: 5:45-6:15
Express Scripts: On a Journey to Inclusivity
HumanWare presents
Monday, July 2nd 5:45 PM — 7:00 PM
What is new with Victor? A Trek/Stream discussion
1Touch self-defense classes
Monday, July 2:
5:45 PM to 7:15 PM: Beginner class
7:30 to 9:00 PM: intermediate class
$12.00 pre-registration and $15 on site.
ACB General session presenter
Tuesday, July 3:
Laura Giannarelli, talking book narrator, is an actor and narrator based in Washington D.C. Laura has narrated nearly 1,000 audio books to date for the Library of Congress’ “Talking Books” program (with hundreds more engineered and edited, since Laura also monitors and reviews in the NLS recording studio in Washington, DC). She has worked at Potomac Talking Books in Maryland, as well as directly at NLS in DC.
En-Vision America and Express Script presents
Tuesday, July 3: 4:15-5:15
Passing Accessible Prescription Laws in your state! NV ACB President, Rick Kuhlmey is calling all State and Chapter presidents who are ready to take the next step to making changes to your state laws.
En-Vision America and Express Script presents
Tuesday, July 3: 5:30-6:00
Accessible Prescription Advocacy, What can I do?
En-Vision America seeking Accessible Prescription Testimonials
If you’re a user of ScripTalk, ScriptView or Braille prescription labels we want to hear from you! Would you like to share your experiences with accessible prescription labels in a new En-Vision America video? Schedule a 10 min videotaped interview session with us. A release waiver must be signed, you will receive a $10 visa gift card. Call June Robbins at 941-348-5925 or email her at jrobbins@envisionamerica.com
Limited spots available; interviews will be scheduled on Monday and Tuesday between 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
BookSharepresents
Tuesday, July 3: 5:45 to 7:15 PM
join BookShare staff for BookShare “office hours”
The GDUI Live Auction List!
Sunday, July 1, 2018; 7:00PM – 9:00PM; Regency-A
Where should you be on Sunday evening? Why, at the GDUI Live Auction, of course! You’ll find all the things you love about auctions: A vast array of items to encourage bidding battles, a cash bar, old friends and new! Don’t miss the fun!
Here’s the list of items up for bidding (and battling) as of Sunday, June 24, 2018!
Tactile Caliper
This device is a simple to use, accurate, low-cost measuring ruler for the blind and visually impaired that provides a braille output to 1/16th of an inch.
(Donated by: National Braille Press
88 St. Stephen Street, Boston, MA 02115
888-965-8965
Crocheted afghan
(Donated by: GDUI member)
Sterling silver, diamond accent and white sapphire wishbone pendant
on an 18 inch chain
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Outward Hound, Raise the WoofFun Feeder!, Color: magenta
Slow-feeding bowl with rubber base to prevent sliding and spillage. slow eating to help prevent bloat and regurgitation; holds up to 4 cups of food; multiple meal-lengthening ridges and valleys; promotes fun, healthy eating (can cause dogs to eat up to ten timesmore slowly). Made of durable, food-safe plastic this feeder is top rack dishwasher safe on low heat setting
(Donated by: guide dog Frisco
Sterling silver heart ring, size 7
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Quencher bowl
A packable food and water bowl.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.)
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932,
Kirk Stieff cuff bracelet in basket
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Ladies burgundy and gold scarf in basket
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Book- Never Be Discouraged with God All Things Are Possible
By: Alice Crespo
Format: Electronic/USB drive
In this book you will learn how a blind lady became successful and broke the poverty cycle after growing up in poverty and being totally blind and educated through the public-school system. How she fought to overcome barriers of race, poverty and disability and was successful in starting her own nonprofit to help others. You will also learn about her successes and failures learning to walk with a cane and later using a guide dog.
(Donated by: the Author)
Mixed media designer sticks and stones necklace in gift bag
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Men’s Smartwool two socks bundle, size medium.
1 pair, striped (red, grey, and black
1 pair, striped (blue and grey)
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Read and Play Gift Bag
Contains… To Kill a Mockingbird, 50 the anniversary addition, The Orphan Master’s Sun, and a red Kong Stuff-a-Ball, size large.
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
TUPPERWAVE® STACK COOKER
Create quick, nutritious family favorites with this complete microwave cooking set. Prepare ingredients and stack the pieces to brown meats, cook casseroles, and bake cakes in your microwave in just minutes. (Dishwasher safe)Includes… 3-Qt./3 L Casserole, 1¾-Qt./1.75 L Casserole, ¾-Qt./750 mL Casserole
Limited Lifetime Warranty
(Donated by: Kurt P,
“Ferdinand’s’ Choice!” Set of 4 photo cards (floral variety)
This set of cards feature stunning photography by: Connecticut artist J Persis. The cards feature a beautiful 4″x6″ photograph mounted on high quality card stock. Cards are blank inside, encouraging personalization of your message, and include a matching envelope. These beautiful cards, suitable for framing, are the perfect for sending to friends, family or colleagues. The set makes a terrific hostess or host, new home, thank you or as a “just because” gift!
Photography and cards by: Connecticut artist J Persis.
(Donated by: J Persis,
A and P trinkets, Lab tested, parent approved
Contains toys, treats and assorted sundries for the discerning and well previsioned pup!
(Donated by: masters Anders and Pinot, Labradors extraordinaire!!)
Nonda iHere Bluetooth Key Finder
Great for either finding your keys by: using the app on your iPhone, or pushing the Bluetooth button on the key fob to find your phone.
(Donated by: guide dog G. Bernard)
MT Bachelor Pad bed
A Portable dog bed.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932,
“Red Passion” pendant
Handmade ceramic and glass pendant. This pendant is made of clay formed into an ornate frame enclosing fused swirls of red glass. The cording is three strands of natural hemp fiber dyed red and orange to match the fused glass in the center of the pendant.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin,
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Set of four, art photo greeting cards (blank inside)
- Black and white photo of a lit candle (portrait orientation, standard card stock)
- Black and white photo of ice on a chain link fence (landscape orientation, canvas card stock)
- Color close-up photo of a braided rug, (landscape orientation, canvas card stock)
- Highly manipulated photo of an angel-topped historical monument surrounded by tree branches resulting in an almost line drawing effect in blue, black and gold (portrait orientation, smooth card stock)
(Donated by: Ray Currier Photography,
Dirtbag Seat cover
a protective cover for Vehicle seats.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932,
Merino wool, mohair and polyester scarf
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Paw print earrings, for pierced ears
Value $15
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Paw print novelty necklace with chain
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Not A Cone dog toy
A resilient natural rubber throw toy.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932,
Show Me Gift basket
Contains: wine glasses etched with “ACB Convention, St. Louis, MO 2018”, along with one each of…. bottle of Missouri wine called: Missouri Vignoles – white table wine, box of Russell Stover’s Chocolate, package of Farms MO Smoked cheddar cheese, package of Vantill Farms MO – green onion cheese, box of sesame seed crackers, Mini cheese grater/slicer, and a blue bandana with “Missouri Guide Dog Users” printed in white on one side. On the other side is printed in white, “In dog we trust”.
(Donated by: Missouri Guide Dog Users)
Merino wool scarf
Value $15
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
“Stop and smell the flowers!” Set of 4 photo cards (roses)
This set of cards feature stunning photography by: Connecticut artist J Persis. The cards feature a beautiful 4″x6″ photograph mounted on high quality card stock. Cards are blank inside, encouraging personalization of your message, and include a matching envelope. These beautiful cards, suitable for framing, are the perfect for sending to friends, family or colleagues. The set makes a terrific hostess or host, new home, thank you or as a “just because” gift!
Photography and cards by: Connecticut artist J Persis.
(Donated by: J Persis,
German shepherd silk scarf in gift bag
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Alpaca pack: Warm and snuggly, all Alpaca all the time
Includes: Paca Buddy stuffed animal – white
Deep red headband – unisex
tan mittens – size Medium
grey floral socks – size Medium
dark tan socks – size Large
Donated by: Linda Hettrick, Quinnipiac Valley Alpacas
30 Homestead Pl., Cheshire, CT 06410
203-271-0773
Facebook page: Quinnipiac Valley Alpacas
Framed Dean Russo 8×10 yellow lab print
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Sapphire and sterling silver snowflake pendant
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Rose brooch
One of a kind handmade ceramic brooch. The brooch is a black rose nestled on three dark green leaves.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin,
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Opal sterling silver ring size 7
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Highlands Bed – Backpacking bed
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
Black and white, diamond (1/4 carat) cat pendant on 18″ sterling silver chain
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
“A year in New England” Set of 4 photo cards
This set of cards feature stunning photography by: Connecticut artist J Persis. The cards feature a beautiful 4″x6″ photograph mounted on high quality card stock. Cards are blank inside, encouraging personalization of your message, and include a matching envelope. These beautiful cards, suitable for framing, are the perfect for sending to friends, family or colleagues. The set makes a terrific hostess or host, new home, thank you or as a “just because” gift!
Photography and cards by: Connecticut artist J Persis.
(Donated by: J Persis)
Cat face pendant watch
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
APH Gift Bag
Coffee Mug, T-shirt, & other assorted items from APH handily packed in an APH Tote Bag
(Donated by: American Printing House for the Blind, Inc.)
1839 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, KY 40206
502-895-2405,
The mission of the American Printing House for the Blind is to promote the independence of people who are blind and visually impaired by: providing specialized materials, products, and services needed for education and life.
Silver horse pendant with chain
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
“North Kingdom” Bundle, extra large
Show Pine Tree state pride with this three piece ensemble. No matter the weather (hot and sunny, wet and rainy or cold and snowy) Wearing the matching baseball cap, T-shirt, and sweatshirt you will be ready for a hike, a day on the water or a romp with your pup
Contains 1 baseball cap, 1 T-shirt, and 1 Sweatshirt (both size extra-large) all from Pine Tree Guide Dogs of Maine.
(Donated by: Pine Tree Guide Dog Users (PTGDU)
Crocheted afghan
(Donated by: GDUI member)
Blowing bubbles” pendant
One of a kind handmade textural ceramic pendant with a black shiny glaze on a thin black satin ribbon.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin)
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Collectors plate “Guest for Dinner” by: Rudy Droguett
Seventh plate in the Puppy’s World Series – 1982 from Royal Cornwall this beautiful gold-rimmed vintage plate measures 9 ¼ inches in diameter, it is finished in a lovely brown on cream, this plate mirrors the scratchboard effect of the original artwork. Artist’s picture depicts a forlorn pup sitting staring at his food bowl as the cat lays in the food dish casually grooming itself the pup’s food is strewn all around the floor.
This limited edition plate, in the original box, is in mint condition with Certificate of Authenticity.
(Donated by: GDUI member)
Kibble Kaddie – A dog food carrier
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
Framed Dean Russo 8×10 black lab print
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
“Ocean Serenity!” Set of 4 photo cards
This set of cards feature stunning photography by: Connecticut artist J Persis. The cards feature a beautiful 4″x6″ photograph mounted on high quality card stock. Cards are blank inside, encouraging personalization of your message, and include a matching envelope. These beautiful cards, suitable for framing, are the perfect for sending to friends, family or colleagues. The set makes a terrific hostess or host, new home, thank you or as a “just because” gift!
Photography and cards by: Connecticut artist J Persis.
(Donated by: J Persis)
Sterling silver diamond accented dog charm
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Funny dog sticky notes folder
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Stash Bag
A pick-up bag dispenser.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
$25 Gift Certificate to Bold Lead Designs
This Colorado Company makes high quality, handcrafted leather dog leashes & service dog equipment. They have a diverse inventory and superior customer service!
(Donated by: Bold Lead Designs, Katrina Boldry, Owner & Designer
350 Norfolk St., Aurora, CO 80011
303-856-3012
Caretec Colorino, color identifier
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Value $150
“Spring time” Pendant
One of a kind handmade Triangular metal pendant with green enamel flowers, a bling crystal in the center of each flower, the pendant is on a green and white double cord.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin)
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Leather Airport Lead from Bold Lead Designs
This Colorado Company makes high quality, handcrafted leather dog leashes & service dog equipment. They have a diverse inventory and superior customer service!
(Donated by: Bold Lead Designs, Katrina Boldry, Owner & Designer)
350 Norfolk St., Aurora, CO 80011
303-856-3012
Leather dog house photo key ring
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
“Autumn leaf” necklace
A one of a kind three strand beaded necklace in golds, ambers and browns with a shell pendant shaped and carve to form a golden autumn leaf.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin)
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Women’s Smartwool three socks bundle, size medium.
1 pair: Striped (blues, greens, and grays)
1 pair Paisley (grey and black)
1 pair striped (Green and brown)
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
New England Locator Bell in decorated box
Gold colored (brass) sleigh-bell style, about 1” across, etched with a pattern, and hard leather loop to attach to a collar, harness, cane or purse. This bell has a pleasing tone and comes in a dark green box with a winter scene painted on its lid-horse pulling a sleigh with children, buildings in the backgroundan it is snowing.
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Cubist pendant
This one of a kind handmade ceramic pendant is inspired by: Cubist paintings and Brutalist architecture. Stripped back to basic geometric forms in subdued colors, this pendant balances bold shapes in a three dimensional raised design. The pendant is rectangular with a large raised triangle at the top balanced by: two raised squares towards the bottom of the pendant. The pendant comes on a black satin ribbon.
(Donated by: Anna Murfin)
Anna Murfin is an internationally exhibited artist that lives and works in New England. Her day job is making seventeenth century reproduction historical pottery and educating the public at Plymouth Plantation Museum, home of the Pilgrims. When not trapped in the past Anna Murfin makes handmade jewelry with ceramic and glass components and is a portrait artist who works in historical mediums.
Anker PowerCore 20100mAh Ultra High Capacity battery pack and charger with 4.8A Output. External Battery Pack for charging your iPhone, iPad or any USB devices.
(Donated by: a GDUI Supporter)
Book- Never Be Discouraged with God All Things Are Possible
By: Alice Crespo
Format: print/soft-cover
In this book you will learn how a blind lady became successful and broke the poverty cycle after growing up in poverty and being totally blind and educated through the public-school system. How she fought to overcome barriers of race, poverty and disability and was successful in starting her own nonprofit to help others. You will also learn about her successes and failures learning to walk with a cane and later using a guide dog.
(Donated by: the Author)
Sterling silver double strand star bracelet
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Dog bone pin
(Donated by: a GDUI supporter and puppy raiser)
Treat Trainer
® Bag
A waste worn treat bag.
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
Ambutech gift certificate
(Donated by: Ambutech Inc.)
34 DeBaets Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2J 3S9
800-561-3340,
Amish Made Medium Picnic and Extra Large Double Pie Carrier Basket
(Donated by: Amish Baskets)
5833 118th Ave., Ottumwa, IA 52501
Highlands mat – A portable dog bed
(Donated by: Ruff Wear Inc.)
2843 NW Lolo Dr., Bend, OR 97703
888-783-3932
Cindy Lou and Sammy too go to the mall: The Adventures of a guide Dog Team
Cindy Lou And Sammy Too Go To The Mall, The Adventures Of A Guide Dog Team
By: Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Format: print addition and Audible addition
Colorful and heartwarming illustrated chapter book entertains and explains to children the vital role of a guide dog in the daily life of a blind person.
(Donated by: the author, Cheryl McNeil Fisher- https://www.facebook.com/CherylMcNeilFisher.Speaker.Educator.Author/
Cindy Lou And Sammy Too Meet New Friends At The Zoo
By: Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Format: print addition and Audible addition
Colorful and heartwarming illustrated chapter book entertains and explains to children the vital role of a guide dog in the daily life of a blind person.
A charming and wonderful story of the connection between a guide dog and his young owner, Cindy Lou and Sammy Too Meet New Friends at the Zoo – The Adventure of a Guide Dog Team, is the perfect way for young readers to begin to understand people who are differently abled and to learn about the animals found in the zoo. It is a fun and exciting adventure, narrated by Sammy, the loyal and intelligent guide dog to Cindy Lou, a young girl who clearly loves her canine friend and enjoys her adventures with him. As a narrator, Sammy is informative and fun. He provides a window into the world of the animals.
(Donated by: the author, Cheryl McNeil Fisher)
https://www.facebook.com/CherylMcNeilFisher.Speaker.Educator.Author/
Surprise Sammy! It’s Your Birthday
By: Cheryl McNeil Fisher
Format: print addition and Audible addition
Colorful and heartwarming illustrated chapter book entertains and explains to children the vital role of a guide dog in the daily life of a blind person.
The newest installment of the Cindy and Sammy series, which Chronicles the adventures of a young blind girl and her guide dog, holds several surprises. It’s Your Birthday!” details the surprise party for Sammy, Cindy’s guide dog, which is put together by his dog and human friends. It’s Sammy’s 4th birthday and they are celebrating with decorations, treats, gifts, and games! The book is as fun and informative as the other Cindy and Sammy stories, and will be a wonderful adventure for children to enjoy. It even includes a recipe for a dog biscuit birthday cake!
(Donated by: the author, Cheryl McNeil Fisher)
https://www.facebook.com/CherylMcNeilFisher.Speaker.Educator.Author/
Leather belt embossed with a pattern of mountain lions and trees
This fabulous belt was hand crafted by a New England artisan with over 50 years at his craft.
(Donated by Mr. Nick, leather craftsman)
Mixed media Leather and glass, choker length necklace
A three dimensional, oavalish glass pendant with a pinkish flower, hangs from two braded leather cords, which in turn extend down from an adjustable leather band. This lovely and unique piece, which will draw compliments each time you wear it, was hand crafted by a New England artisan with over 50 years at his craft.
(Donated by Mr. Nick, leather craftsman)
Blind Alive Cardio, bundled: Cardio, Level 1, Cardio, Level 2, and Boot Camp
At BlindAlive we work with men and women who are visually impaired and experience lack of access to physical exercise. We help them become healthier and more mobile by making fitness fully accessible.
Message from the creator- There are many barriers that we as blind individuals need to navigate, but I am doing everything in my power to remove those that can keep us from exercising, moving our bodies, and creating the healthy bodies that we all want. I believe that it is my responsibility to take charge of my own health to the best of my ability. When we take charge of our own health, we become more confident one step at a time. I am inviting you to come with me on this path to a healthier, stronger and more functional body.
(Donated by: BlindAlive – Creator of Eyes-Free Fitness®)
Doylestown, PA 18901,
Blind Alive Sculpting with weights, bundled: Sculpting with weights, Level 1 and Sculpting with weights, Level 2
At BlindAlive we work with men and women who are visually impaired and experience lack of access to physical exercise. We help them become healthier and more mobile by making fitness fully accessible.
Message from the creator- There are many barriers that we as blind individuals need to navigate, but I am doing everything in my power to remove those that can keep us from exercising, moving our bodies, and creating the healthy bodies that we all want. I believe that it is my responsibility to take charge of my own health to the best of my ability. When we take charge of our own health, we become more confident one step at a time. I am inviting you to come with me on this path to a healthier, stronger and more functional body.
(Donated by: BlindAlive – Creator of Eyes-Free Fitness®)
Doylestown, PA 18901,
Blind Alive body, bundled: Full body workout, Whole body stretch, & Stability Ball Body
At BlindAlive we work with men and women who are visually impaired and experience lack of access to physical exercise. We help them become healthier and more mobile by making fitness fully accessible.
Message from the creator- There are many barriers that we as blind individuals need to navigate, but I am doing everything in my power to remove those that can keep us from exercising, moving our bodies, and creating the healthy bodies that we all want. I believe that it is my responsibility to take charge of my own health to the best of my ability. When we take charge of our own health, we become more confident one step at a time. I am inviting you to come with me on this path to a healthier, stronger and more functional body.
(Donated by: BlindAlive – Creator of Eyes-Free Fitness® –
Doylestown, PA 18901,
Blind Alive Yoga, bundled: Gentle Yoga for beginners, Slow Flow Yoga, & Chair Yoga
At BlindAlive we work with men and women who are visually impaired and experience lack of access to physical exercise. We help them become healthier and more mobile by making fitness fully accessible.
Message from the creator- There are many barriers that we as blind individuals need to navigate, but I am doing everything in my power to remove those that can keep us from exercising, moving our bodies, and creating the healthy bodies that we all want. I believe that it is my responsibility to take charge of my own health to the best of my ability. When we take charge of our own health, we become more confident one step at a time. I am inviting you to come with me on this path to a healthier, stronger and more functional body.
(Donated by: BlindAlive – Creator of Eyes-Free Fitness®)
Doylestown, PA 18901,
Blind Alive Pilates, bundled: Pilates chair with ring, Pilates mat Level 1, & Pilates mat Level 2
At BlindAlive we work with men and women who are visually impaired and experience lack of access to physical exercise. We help them become healthier and more mobile by making fitness fully accessible.
Message from the creator- There are many barriers that we as blind individuals need to navigate, but I am doing everything in my power to remove those that can keep us from exercising, moving our bodies, and creating the healthy bodies that we all want. I believe that it is my responsibility to take charge of my own health to the best of my ability. When we take charge of our own health, we become more confident one step at a time. I am inviting you to come with me on this path to a healthier, stronger and more functional body.
(Donated by: BlindAlive – Creator of Eyes-Free Fitness®)
Doylestown, PA 18901,
A year of cookies from Penny’s kitchen!!
Never run out of cookies! At least three dozen delicious cookies delivered to your home every three months during the coming year! Penny’s cookies are freshly baked, packed in tins, and shipped to you once during every season of the year. All cookies are baked in Penny’s kitchen, using only the best organic ingredients! This is the BarkBox of the human world! Bon Appétit!
(Donated by: GDUI President and Cookie Goddess, Penny Reeder)