The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio

09/28/2025

What it looks like to be part of a documentary!

The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio is proud to announce the world premiere of our new documentary, Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment. Produced by WGTE Public Media, and featured as part of their Toledo Stories series, this film will examine the impact of the 100+ years of the Toledo Society for the Blind and The Sight Center. The film will feature interviews with clients, staff and others with unique perspectives.

The World Premiere
Join us on Wednesday, October 22nd for the world premiere of Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment. This event is free and open to the public, with drinks and refreshments provided.
A post-premiere panel discussion with some of the documentary participants will immediately follow the 30-minute film.
Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment
World Premiere
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Maumee Indoor Theater
601 Conant Street, Maumee, OH 43537
6:00 PM Reception
6:30 PM Documentary
7:00 PM Panel Discussion

Accessibility features include audio description and captions.

Reserve Your Free Tickets Here
https://sightcentertoledo.networkforgood.com/events/91201-world-premier-of-beyond-sight-a-legacy-of-empowerment?fbclid=IwY2xjawNA2cVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZNXRQVkFXYWpyNWt6YWJuAR4GpQq2QCn7KgGSG_mpwc7cw35_fjiEvI510jjwylt_UJZUU_4HSBImXnNI7Q_aem_gQEcm94NQ_6Ffn7p0DIKLQ

Image Description: This photo shows two men in a room set up for filming. A video camera on a tripod is aimed at the man on the right, who sits casually wearing a button-up shirt. The man on the left, in a plaid shirt, looks at something in his hand while sitting at a table. A bright studio light shines on the scene, and computer equipment and a sign on the wall are visible in the background.

09/28/2025

Amazon is prioritizing new accessibility features for vision disorders.

09/26/2025

Thank you to all of our sponsors!!

09/26/2025

TARTA INFO:

TARTA has scheduled a series of public events to collect community feedback on significant proposed service changes which – if approved – would take effect January 25, 2026. A detailed list of changes and maps for each route can be viewed at tarta.com/servicechange.

These events will include three in-person forums and two virtual feedback sessions. These forums will focus on the Title VI equity analyses surrounding the service changes. A virtual session will be recorded and posted on the TARTA website. Public meetings are scheduled for:

• In-person Open House at TARTA Transit Hub, 612 N. Huron Street, Toledo, Monday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m.-noon
• In-person Open House at TARTA Transit Hub, 612 N. Huron Street, Toledo, Monday, Sept. 29, 1-3 p.m.
• In-person meeting at Mott Branch of Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 1010 Dorr Street, Toledo, Monday, Oct. 6, 6-8 p.m.
• Virtual meeting, Monday, Oct. 13, 6-7 p.m. via Zoom
• Virtual meeting, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom

For more information on any of these public meetings, visit tarta.com/community/events/public-meetings. Customers and others from the public interested in submitting questions may do so by emailing them to servicechange@tarta.com.

Proposed system-wide changes are expected to take effect on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Explore the changes and join a public meeting to learn more.

09/25/2025

Less than a week to go until we celebrate the installation of our Ohio Historical Marker!! Our display will feature accessibility features, including a braille plate and a solar-powered audio description kiosk.

Join us on October 1st at 3 p.m. as we celebrate this milestone in our history.

You’re invited

09/24/2025

Check out these research opportunities!

Research Opportunities for Individuals with Low Vision in Columbus
Researchers at The Ohio State University College of Optometry are conducting two IRB-approved studies to better understand and improve accessibility for people with visual impairment.
1. Reading Study
• Duration: about 1 hour
• Purpose: to examine how individuals with low vision read under different display settings
• Procedures: Complete tasks to measure your basic visual and reading function
• Compensation: $15/hour in the form of an e-gift card
• Where: 5th floor of Fry Hall, OSU Columbus Campus
• Eligibility:
o 18 years or older
o Visual Impairment (visual acuity worse than 20/40 after correction)
o Native English Speaker
o No neurological/physical disorders that might affect reading or attention
If interested, please email Emma at maguire.115@buckeyemail.osu.edu

2. Photo-Taking Project
• Duration: 2-2.5 hours
• Purpose: to investigate how participants with visual impairment photograph everyday objects using various smart devices
• Procedures: Complete tasks to measure your basic visual function and perform photo-capturing tasks with smart devices
• Compensation: $15/hour in the form of an e-gift card
• Where: 5th floor of Fry Hall, OSU Columbus Campus
• Eligibility:
o 18 years or older
o Visual Impairment (visual acuity worse than 20/40 after correction). Individuals with no light perception or only light perception are also eligible.
If interested, please email Jenna at gebhardt.64@buckeyemail.osu.edu

09/23/2025

Happy Work Anniversary, Meghan!

Meghan has been at The Sight Center for 3 years. She works as our community relations and vocational specialist.

Learn more about Meghan and the rest of our staff at: https://sightcentertoledo.org/about-us/meet-our-team/

Alt text: Blue graphic with gold sparkles. Text reads “Happy Work Anniversary – 3 Years!” A photo shows Meghan Ragle smiling at a black-and-white cat. The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio logo appears at the bottom.

09/22/2025

The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio is proud to announce the world premiere of our new documentary, Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment. Produced by WGTE Public Media, and featured as part of their Toledo Stories series, this film will examine the impact of the 100+ years of the Toledo Society for the Blind and The Sight Center. The film will feature interviews with clients, staff and others with unique perspectives.
The World Premiere
Join us on Wednesday, October 22nd for the world premiere of Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment. This event is free and open to the public, with drinks and refreshments provided.
A post-premiere panel discussion with some of the documentary participants will immediately follow the 30-minute film.
Beyond Sight: A Legacy of Empowerment
World Premiere
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Maumee Indoor Theater
601 Conant Street, Maumee, OH 43537
6:00 PM Reception
6:30 PM Documentary
7:00 PM Panel Discussion
Reserve Your Free Tickets Here

https://sightcentertoledo.networkforgood.com/events/91201-world-premier-of-beyond-sight-a-legacy-of-empowerment?fbclid=IwY2xjawM05qlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmd0dGM3Jya0xZdnpITFBGAR6imXClIppz0mzOBJj5pEr8N0e2dziHyiOFRE_6pFqV1hHKVCgzKAHT5n7N9g_aem_1BMPeGaSMw1bkh5HKEihtA

Image Description:
A man in a light purple shirt operates a video camera on a tripod, filming a person seated at a table. Another man in a plaid shirt stands by the table, speaking or demonstrating something. The setting is an indoor room with orange walls, clocks on the wall, a window, and shelves in the background.

09/22/2025

Learn More about local support groups in the Toledo Area.

Toledo Support Groups The Sight Center is pleased to share information about support groups in our service area. The following groups are in Greater Toledo and are open to new members. Seeing & Listening with the Heart Location:Secor Senior Loft Apartments – Meeting Room (first building)3839 Secor...

09/21/2025

The Sight Center is proud to celebrate a milestone in our history! On the first day of Blindness Awareness Month–Wednesday, October 1st–we will host a reception from 3:00–4:30 PM to commemorate the installation of our Ohio Historical Marker. A brief ceremony to honor this achievement will take place at 3:30 PM.

The marker is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a braille transcription and an audio description kiosk so that all visitors can fully experience the marker text.

Join us as we honor over a century of service and impact in our community. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is encouraged.

Ohio Historical Marker Ceremony & Reception
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio
1002 Garden Lake Parkway, Toledo, Ohio 43614
3:00 PM Reception Begins
3:30 PM Ceremony
4:30 PM Reception Ends

Questions?
Contact Meghan Ragle at info@sightcenternwo.org or 419-720-3937

Special Thanks
Historical Marker made possible by The Ohio History Connection and The William G. Pomeroy Foundation. Accessibility features made possible by a generous donation from Dawn Christensen.

You’re invited

09/20/2025

September is Guide Dog Awareness Month! Learn more about guide dogs with images of some of the guide dogs that have crossed the threshold of The Sight Center.

100 GlimpsesEpisode 88: Guide DogsIn honor of National Guide Dog Month, The Sight Center's Andrea Marley talks about guide dogs and the process of attaining ...

09/19/2025

Khara Reign is already breaking barriers on the cross-country course by challenging assumptions about what blind athletes can achieve.