Latest News and Events from The Iris Network and our Community
The Iris Network is always looking for new information and events in support of people with vision impairment or blindness. If you have information or an event you’d like to share, please send information to Amy Whitmore, Director of Development and Communications at awhitmore@theiris.org.
Maine CITE Newsletter – August 2026
Community Inclusion through TEchnology (CITE) Maine CITE is a statewide program helping people with disabilities increase their independence in all areas of life through assistive technology. August Spotlight: SMA Awareness & Back to School Success August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month, a time to learn about Read More...
Pine Tree Guide Dog Users Monthly News Update: August 2026
Pine Tree Guide Dog Users (PTGDU) “Opening Doors to Independence and Opportunity” August 2026 Monthly News Update Welcome to the Pine Tree Guide Dog Users Monthly News Update, a nationally recognized publication for guide dog handlers and others interested in the guide dog Read More...
AOEC August 2026 Programming
Aphasia Connections, Virtual August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Aphasia Book Club August 5, 12, 19, 26 Mascoma Bank Nature Series, AOEC Brunswick August 24: The Ecology School Dino Day with Jurassic Jo, AOEC Brunswick August 5, 23 Horizons Summer Camp, AOEC Brunswick Read More...
Hadley Discussion Groups for August 2026
To join a discussion group live or listen to the archives, first sign up for a free login at www.hadleyhelps.org or call 800-323-4238 to register free by phone, or to get the meeting I.D. Tuesday, August 4 –Recreation Chat 2 PM E; 1 PM C; Read More...
Maine CITE Newsletter – July 2026
Community Inclusion through TEchnology (CITE) Maine CITE is a statewide program helping people with disabilities increase their independence in all areas of life through assistive technology. Disability Pride Month: Assistive Technology for Every Ability The warm days of July have arrived, making it a great time to enjoy Read More...
Hadley Discussion Groups for July 2026
Hadley Discussion Groups for July 2026 To join a discussion group live or listen to the archives, first sign up for a free login at www.hadleyhelps.org or call 800-323-4238 to register free by phone, or to get the meeting I.D. Thursday, July 2 Read More...
AOEC July 2026 Programming
Aphasia Connections, Virtual July 6, 13, 20, 27 Aphasia Book Club July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Mascoma Bank Nature Series, AOEC Brunswick July 21: Ledgewood Preserve July 31: Woodward Point Preserve Dino Day, AOEC Brunswick July 18: Grand Opening with Dino Don Horizons Summer Read More...
Dining in the Dark
DINING IN THE DARK Friday, October 9th 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm Dinner Silent Auction Music Cash Bar and lots of Fun Bruno's Restaurant and Tavern 33 Allen Avenue, Portland, Maine Tickets are $50 per person with all proceeds going to Read More...
Maine CITE Newsletter – June 2026
Community Inclusion through TEchnology (CITE) Maine CITE is a statewide program helping people with disabilities increase their independence in all areas of life through assistive technology. Summer Fun and Gardening As summer approaches, now is a great time to get gardens ready for the season. Raised garden beds, Read More...
Hadley Discussion Groups for June 2026
To join a discussion group live or listen to the archives, first sign up for a free login at www.hadleyhelps.org or call 800-323-4238 to register free by phone, or to get the meeting I.D. Tuesday, June 2 –Recreation Chat 2 PM E; 1 PM C; 12 PM M; Read More...