Garfield Park Arts Center (GPAC) is a unique venue within Indy Parks & Recreation. Originally a pool house, then a temporary home for zoo animals, the center has been renovated to include a beautiful art gallery, performing arts spaces, classrooms and a literary arts library. Colorful rentals spaces are available for birthday parties, wedding receptions, […]
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VSA Indiana
For many, participating in the arts is a way to release creative freedom and expression. For individuals living with a disability, the arts can mean so much more. VSA Indiana, formerly Very Special Arts, was founded in 1982 as Arts Unlimiting, and since 1986 has been the state affiliate for VSA, an international program of […]
EyeRing: Fluid Interfaces
One new technology for the blind or visually impaired is as simple as pointing and clicking. Literally. The EyeRing device is an object worn on the user’s finger that, when directed at an object, will tell the user more information about it. The device is comprised of a small camera mounted onto a ring is […]
Blind and visually impaired students get the most out of science laboratories
Very few students who are blind or visually impaired have been able to actively contribute to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) simply because laboratories, data and experiments are sight driven and rely on observations. However, GW Micro is seeking to change this. The new collaborative effort between GW Micro and Independence […]
GW Micro – Window Eyes
With the evolution and progress of screen reader technology, it seems that they get more and more sophisticated all the time, Window Eyes from GW Micro is no exception. “Window-Eyes gives total control over what you hear and how you hear it. Plus, with its enhanced Braille support that control is extended to what you […]
Summertime Fun For All: Part II
Placing your child in the hands of others can be tense for lots of reasons, especially if your child is on the autism spectrum. However, with a little advance preparation and discussion with camp counselors and supervisors, you will be able to drive away knowning your child will have a fun day filled with friends […]