BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Vision Forward - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Vision Forward X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vision-forward.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vision Forward REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260727T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T163000 DTSTAMP:20260701T154251Z CREATED:20260212T171235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T154251Z UID:41347-1785141000-1785429000@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:2026 Rainbow Day Camp DESCRIPTION:Location: The Albert & Ann Deshur JCC Camp in Fredonia\nW3985 Trails End Road | Fredonia\, Wisconsin 53021 \nFeaturing adapted sports\, kayaking\, art\, music\, cooking and more!\nSign your child up for fun at our youth summer camp\, where they’ll make connections with other youth with vision loss as they participate in a variety of activities at the beautiful 110 acre campsite. \nAges 5 – 14 are welcome!\nRainbow Day Camp is ideal for children ages 5 to 14 who are visually impaired and independent in daily living tasks (such as toileting\, dressing\, and feeding). If your child is interested in attending but requires additional support with these tasks\, please contact us to register with an accompanying adult. To learn more about specialized day camps for students aged 15 and up\, see our 2-Day Tech Camp for YouTube Production and Pathways to Independence Camp.   \nPlease RSVP by July 13\, 2026. Cost is $300 per participant.\nAll campers will receive lunch\, snacks\, and a camp shirt! Children’s Long-Term Support Program approved. If the cost presents a challenge for your family\, please reach out to Colleen Kickbush\, 414-615-0160\, for assistance options. \nBus transportation to camp is available from Vision Forward. Camp start and end times are approximate and will rely on arrival of buses. \nRegister here at https://vision-forward.org/2026-rainbow-day-camp-registration/ URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/2026-rainbow-day-camp/ CATEGORIES:Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/DSC_0992-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T153000 DTSTAMP:20260610T205227Z CREATED:20260603T180638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T205227Z UID:42404-1783933200-1784129400@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Camp Readiness DESCRIPTION:Camp Readiness – Building Independence in the Community \nCamp Readiness is designed to help participants develop the skills and confidence needed for greater independence at camp and in the community. Led by a Physical Therapist\, Speech Therapist\, and Teacher of the Visually Impaired\, this program provides individualized support while encouraging participants to build practical life skills in a fun and engaging environment. \nThroughout the program\, participants will practice navigating safely to and from a local grocery store\, planning and creating a menu\, shopping for ingredients\, and preparing a meal together. These hands-on experiences help strengthen communication\, problem-solving\, decision-making\, social interaction\, and community awareness skills that support increased independence. \nIn addition to community-based learning\, participants will enjoy a variety of fun camp activities\, including science experiments\, tie-dyeing shirts\, and a water day. These activities provide opportunities to build friendships\, foster creativity\, and practice teamwork while having fun. \nCamp Readiness is designed to help participants gain confidence\, develop real-world skills\, and increase their independence so they can successfully participate in Rainbow Day Camp and other community experiences. Our goal is to create a supportive\, engaging environment where every participant can learn\, grow\, and thrive. \nPlease RSVP by July 3\, 2026. Cost of this camp is $300 per child. \n  \n\n\n \n \n Camp Readiness 3-Day Program\n \n \n \n Participant's Name\n \n \n \n Preferred First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Participant's Age(Required)Have you been to camp before?(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\, this is my first year\n If yes\, how many years did you attend?\n \n 1 year\n \n \n 2 years\n \n \n 3 or more years\n Parent/Guardian's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Are there any medical restrictions?(Required)\n \n Yes\n \n \n No\n If yes\, what are the restrictions\, allergies or name of medications?Do we need to administer medication? If so\, what is the schedule. URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/camp-readiness/ CATEGORIES:Programs,Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mother-with-little-daughter-measure-fabric-sewing-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T203000 DTSTAMP:20260402T181955Z CREATED:20260402T181901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T181955Z UID:41705-1782498600-1782505800@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Milwaukee Milkmen Game DESCRIPTION:Get your tickets and catch the excitement with us on Friday\, June 26 at 6:30 PM at Franklin Field\, as the Milwaukee Milkmen take on the Cleburne Railroaders! Vision Forward is the featured non-profit\, so come out and support a great cause and bring the whole family. \nEnjoy a night full of fun with a basket raffle\, 50/50 raffle\, ball toss\, and more—all while cheering on your favorite team. \nTickets can be purchased online here at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Visionforward2026 URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/milwaukee-milkmen-game/ LOCATION:Franklin Field\, 7035 S Ballpark Dr\, Franklin\, WI\, 53132\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Community,Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Milkmen-Mascot-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T130000 DTSTAMP:20260515T174907Z CREATED:20260501T194229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T174907Z UID:41872-1779274800-1779282000@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Parent Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:This Resource Fair is for parents of children with vision loss. Join us on May 20\, from 11am – 1pm in the 3rd floor conference room. \nPick up free braille books from Wisconsin Braille\, connect with other parents and talk directly with representatives who can answer your questions. Discover valuable resources and learn about the services available to support your family. \nThe following organizations will be present: \n\nLife Navigators\nWisconsin Braille\nIndependence First\nMPS *Teacher of the Visually Impaired\nHEAR Wisconsin\nWDBTAP (Wisconsin Deaf Blind Technical Assistance Program)\nCenter for Deaf-Blind persons\nWTBBL (Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library\nABLE\nMilwaukee County Birth to Three program\nOffice of Hard of Hearing (Wisconsin Department of Health)\nMilwaukee County Aging and Disabilities\n\n  URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/parent-resource-fair/ CATEGORIES:Community,Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/DSC_0139-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143857Z CREATED:20250829T155935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T143857Z UID:17730-1778779800-1778788800@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:2026 Dining in the Dark DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out\, but you can still help to support our mission!\nhttps://vision-forward.org/donate/ \nJoin us for the unique experience of a gourmet\, four-course dining experience savored under blindfold. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres\, beverages\, dinner\, and valet parking. \nThursday\, May 14\, 2026 at the Wisconsin Club\, 900 W Wisconsin Avenue\, Milwaukee \nReception  5:30 pm\, Dinner  6:30 pm \nTo see past events\, visit 2024 Dining in the Dark Event \nSee media coverage of Media Coverage of the 2024 Dining in the Dark and https://www.tmj4.com/shows/the-morning-blend/a-new-way-to-experience-a-gourmet-meal URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/2026-dining-in-the-dark/ LOCATION:Wisconsin Club\, 900 W. Wisconsin Avenue\, Milwaukee CATEGORIES:Fundraising,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FRPhoto_241114G_C1_178-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260227T154351Z CREATED:20260122T201600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T154351Z UID:41232-1778058000-1778072400@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:2026 Braille Games DESCRIPTION:Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement\, Vision Forward Association\, the Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library and Beyond Vision\, in cooperation with the Milwaukee and suburban school districts\, are hosting this intergenerational event. Braille Games strengthens literacy skills through creative and recreational activities for braille users ages 3-18. \nBraille Games will take place on Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at Beyond Vision\, located at 1540 S 108th St\, West Allis\, WI 53214. \nFor any questions\, or to volunteer for the event\, please contact Elle Henderson at ehenderson@vision-forward.org or 414-615-0161. \nAttention – please read!\nIf you would like to attend\, you will need to fill out the e-bill reader form in order to receive one for the event. This form will need to be filled out and sent to: U.S. Currency Reader Program 14th & C Streets\, S.W.\, Washington\, DC 20228. Upon verification\, a currency reader and operating instructions will be shipped via U.S. Postal Service. Please allow up to eight weeks for delivery. For more information please visit www.bep.gov\, or call toll-free 844-815-9388. Download that form here at US_Currency_Reader_Application.pdf \nRegister here before Tuesday\, April 28 at https://vision-forward.org/2026-braille-games-registration/ URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/2026-braille-games/ CATEGORIES:Community,Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DSC_0396-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000 DTSTAMP:20260330T213226Z CREATED:20260122T202909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T213226Z UID:41233-1775901600-1775908800@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Spring Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled morning with Springtime activities!\nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nVision Forward Association 10150 W National Ave\, Suite 100 \nVision Forward is collaborating with the Milwaukee Zoological Society for a morning of hands on activities that inspire and educate. Children and families will enjoy art projects\, an egg hunt with beeping eggs\, and the zoo’s Sensory Safari. \nThis event is for children with vision loss\, ages 0-10 years. Bring the whole family\, siblings are welcome to participate! \nThis is a FREE event. Breakfast snacks will be provided. Please register by Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026.\nRegister here! \nThis event is sponsored in part by our partners at: \n \n  URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/spring-festival/ CATEGORIES:Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/McKinley-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T123000 DTSTAMP:20260302T152007Z CREATED:20260107T191201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T152007Z UID:18225-1773912600-1773923400@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:2026 Beep Baseball DESCRIPTION:Have fun and learn how to play beep baseball with Raiders players from MSOE! \nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \n9:30 am – 12:30 pm\nLocation: Kern Center – MSOE Campus\n1245 N Broadway\, Milwaukee\, WI 53202 \n9:30 am: Registration \n10:30 am: Practice drills and game \nNoon – 12:30 pm: Pizza lunch provided \nVision Forward is once again partnering with MSOE for a morning of Beep Baseball for youth ages 5-18 with vision loss with MSOE Raiders new coach\, Adrian Santiago. \nThis event gives students an opportunity to play baseball in an accessible way\, be physically active and have fun! Players will work hands on with the youth to teach them the fundamentals of baseball\, while using adaptive equipment like baseballs and bases that beep. \nPlease register by Friday\, March 13.\nContact Elle Henderson at 414-615-0161 or ehenderson@vision-forward.org for more information.\n \n\n \n \n Beep Baseball Registration Form\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n \n Youth Participant InformationParticipant's Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Age*Birth Date (mm/dd/yyyy)*\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Gender\n \n Male\n \n \n Female\n Grade*Baseball ExperienceBeginnerIntermediateAdvancedParent/Guardian Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent/Guardian PhoneParent/Guardian Email\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n Name of TVI/O&M Attending (if applicable)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n TVI/O&M Contact Info (if applicable)\n \n \n \n Phone\n \n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n Name(s) of Others AttendingConsent to Participate*\n \n I give my child permission to participate in Beep Baseball.\n Emergency ContactEmergency Contact Phone NumberPhotographic Release\n \n I hereby authorize Vision Forward to photograph\, videotape\, or otherwise record by visual\, audio\, electronic or manual means\, the visual likeness and/or voice or other sounds created by the above named participant (collectively “Reproductions”). Vision Forward Association may use or permit to be used the Reproductions in any CD\, DVD\, exhibition\, display\, publication\, solicitation or promotional or educational material or on Vision Forward’s website\, Facebook\, or YouTube without compensation to the participant. URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/beep-baseball/ LOCATION:MSOE\, Kern Center\, 1245 N Broadway\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53213-3222\, United States CATEGORIES:Children's Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-beep-baseball-pic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260311T155644Z CREATED:20260121T211038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T155644Z UID:41214-1773331200-1773342000@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Open House Event DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\, from 4:00-7:00 pm or Friday\, March 13\, 2026\, from 11:00 am-2:00 pm for our Open House Event in our new location at 10150 W National Ave\, Suite 100\, West Allis\, WI 53227 \nStop by either day to explore our new facility\, including: \n– Tours of our children’s and adult’s services\, and training kitchen\n– Demonstrations\n– See the latest in assistive technology\n– Staff-led activities\n– Explore our newly accessible space\n– Store Promotions and adaptive products \nFor questions\, contact Elle Henderson at ehenderson@vision-forward.org or 414-615-0161. \n  URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/open-house-event/ LOCATION:Vision Forward New Location\, 10150 W National Ave\, West Allis\, Wisconsin\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DSC_0413-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T143000 DTSTAMP:20260130T163753Z CREATED:20251217T215519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T163753Z UID:18183-1771491600-1771511400@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Parents Wellness Summit DESCRIPTION:This free event brings parents of children with visual impairments together for supportive workshops and conversations focused on self-care\, personal well-being\, stress reduction\, and time to relax and recharge. \n\n\nKeynote Speaker: Kevin E. O’Connor\, CSP\, CEC\, LCPC\, LMFT\, NCC is a consultant\, professional speaker\, and author specializing in leadership and communication for physician and healthcare leaders. He teaches graduate students at Loyola University of Chicago\, serves as faculty for national healthcare leadership organizations\, and is a past president of NAPVI. Kevin is a Certified Speaking Professional and an executive coach with three master’s degrees\, as well as the parent of an adult son who is visually impaired. \n\n\n11:00am – Noon – Breakout/Workshop Session\nThese sessions will cover self-care and relaxation as well as offering opportunities to connect to other parents of children with visual impairments. \n\n\nFather’s Discussion Group (Kevin O’Connor)\nMindfulness & Guided Meditation (Ben Mattson)\nYoga or other relaxation activities\n\n\n12:45pm – Lunch Break \n\n\n1:00 – 2:30pm – Panel Discussion \n\n\nThis panel brings together a parent of a child who is blind or visually impaired and an adult with lived experience of vision loss. Panelists will share personal stories\, helpful insights\, and lessons learned along the way. Parents are invited to ask questions\, connect with others who understand the journey\, and gain encouragement and guidance in supporting their child’s growing independence and confidence. \n\n\n\n\nPlease register by Thursday\, February 12\, 2026. \nDownload Wellness Event for Parents Flier URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/parents-wellness-summit/ LOCATION:Vision Forward New Location\, 10150 W National Ave\, West Allis\, Wisconsin\, United States CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Kevin-OConnor_125891-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T130000 DTSTAMP:20251216T173352Z CREATED:20251215T213914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T173352Z UID:18182-1768914000-1768914000@vision-forward.org SUMMARY:Recreation Classes Start for 2026 DESCRIPTION:Vision Forward offers on-going recreation classes for adults to get together and socialize.  All classes are run by volunteers.\nPlease note: there are new times and days for 2026! \nAdvanced registration is necessary for all classes. For questions\, or to register\,\ncontact Elle Henderson at 414-615-0161 or email ehenderson@vision-forward.org. \nActivities/Meetings\nThese are typically held at Vision Forward Association in a meeting area on the third floor\, unless otherwise indicated. \nA Closer Look – Discussion Group\nTuesdays – Meets every first and third weeks of the month\, 1pm – 2pm \nBingo\nTuesdays – Meets every week from 2:15pm – 3:45pm and\nThursdays – 9:30am – Noon \nBook Lovers Group\nTuesdays – Meets every second and fourth week of the month\, 1pm – 2pm \nFarkle\nTuesdays – Meets every second and fourth week of the month\, 1pm – 2pm \nFitness\nTuesdays – Meets every week\, 2:15pm – 3:45pm \nKnitting\nThursdays –Meets every week\, 9:15am – 10:15am \nSupport Group\nThursdays  – Meets every other week\, 10:30am – Noon \nVariety of Games\nTuesdays – Meets every first and third week of the month\, 1pm – 2pm \nDownload recreation schedule here URL:https://vision-forward.org/event/recreation-classes-start-for-2026/ LOCATION:Vision Forward\, 912 N Hawley Rd\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53213\, United States CATEGORIES:Programs,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vision-forward.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/20230124_vision-forward_434-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vision Forward Association":MAILTO:info@vision-forward.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR