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 The Houston Council of the Blind was organized January 27, 1978 in Houston Tx. There were 18 members who were very involved in the growth of the organization. The organization was chartered by the State of Texas on June 2, 1978 as a non-profit corporation. The first officers were:
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Advantages of belonging to the Houston Council of the Blind (HCB):
- Vote in HCB elections;
- Enjoy monthly meetings with special programs and refreshments;
- Receive our quarterly newsletter, The Beacon;
- Automatically become a member of ACB of Texas;
- Automatically become a member of the American Council of the blind;
- Enjoy special field trips;
- Meet other blind people;
- Learn about special interest affiliates;
- Learn to be an advocate for yourself.
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| HCB Scholarship Program |
| HCB strives to give two or three scholarships annually. |
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Upcoming Events
I hope that all is well with you. Michael and i are doing fine and just as busy as ever! I know that you are busy too and I hope that business is going well.
I am sending information for the HCB website. I have attached the updated 2012 scholarship application. Please replace the old application with this one.
Also, I have some dates for "Upcoming Events" for the site:
American Council of the Blind 2012 Conference/Convention
Galt House Hotel
Louisville, Ky
Fridy July 6 - Saturday July 14, 2012
Room Rates: $85 for a standard room in the west tower and $105 for a one bedroom suite in the east tower.
For reservations call 1-800-843-4258. Make sure to mention that you are with the ACB convention.
HCB annual Scholarship Luncheon
August 18, 2012
12:00AM - 2:00 PM
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
9100 Gulf Freeway
Houston, Texas 77017
ACBT 2012 Conference/Convention
Sept. 27-30, 2012
DoubleTree Hotel near the Galleria
4099 Valley View Lane
Dallas, TX 75244 (Farmer's Branch, TX)
You may make reservations by calling 972 385-9000.
White Cane Safety Day (March & Celebration)
City Hall
901 Bagby Street
Houston, TX 77019
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