Date

Event

March 6, 2010

Senior Expo 2010, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.


The Behnke Nurseries, Beltsville
11300 Baltimore Avenue
Beltsville, MD 20705

Seniors Day Out: A Showcase of Products, Activities and Services for Active Seniors

Stop by and visit with representatives that provide seniors with activities and services in the area, from doctors and businesses to social groups. There will also be demonstrations, glaucoma screenings and food. A raffle will be held to benefit the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington. For more information, please visit http://behnkes.com/website/events-calendar/senior-expo-2010.html.

March 9, 2010

"The Remarkable Eyeball," 11 a.m.


Low Vision Group
"The Remarkable Eyeball," 11 a.m.
Guest Speaker Michael Summerfield, M.D.

Washington Hospital Center, National Eye Center
110 Irving Street, NW
Washington, DC 20010

Free parking sticker. Call (202) 877-6081 to reserve complimentary parking.

March 9, 2010

"New Low Vision Services at the Veterans Administration," 2 p.m.


Low Vision Group
"New Low Vision Services at the Veterans Administration," 2 p.m.
Guest Speaker Mary Frances McAndrews, Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

Falcon's Landing
20522 Falcon's Landing Circle
Potomac Falls, VA 20165

March 11, 2010

Aging Eye Network, "Sight Saving Tips: Q&A," 1:15 p.m.


Aging Eye Network
"Sight Saving Tips: Q&A," 1:15 p.m.
Guest Speaker Howard Kane, M.D, O.D.

Holiday Park Multiservice Senior Center
3950 Ferrara Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20906

EyeSite open from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. for free glaucoma screenings.

March 16, 2010

"Understanding Your Eye Exam," 12:30 p.m.


Vision Support Group
"Understanding Your Eye Exam," 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Guest Speaker Clete Clark, Patient Educator and Ophthalmic Operations Manager

Friendship Heights Village Center
4433 Southpark Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Bring a bag lunch. Beverage and dessert are provided.

March 17, 2010

"New Low Vision Services at the Veterans Administration," 10 a.m.


Low Vision Group
"New Low Vision Services at the Veterans Administration," 10 a.m.
Guest Speaker Mary Frances McAndrews, Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

Vinson Hall
6251 Old Dominion Drive
McLean, VA 22101

March 20, 2010

Macular Degeneration Network, "Technologiy and Transportation: What is in the Pipeline," 10:30 a.m.


Macular Degeneration Network
"Technology and Transportation: What is in the Pipeline," 10:30 a.m.
Guest Speaker Patrick Sheehan, Director, Technology and Information Compliance Division, Veterans Administration

Sibley Memorial Hospital, Ernst Auditorium
5255 Loughboro Road, NW
Washington, DC 20016

First Connection Share Group, 9:30 a.m.

March 24, 2010

"Picture This!," 1 - 2:30 p.m.


"Picture This!," 1 - 2:30 p.m.

National Gallery of Art, West Building
Meet at Second Floor, Rotunda
4th and Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20565 / (202) 737-4215

Wheelchairs and assistance are available by calling (202) 234-1010 by March 17.

March 27, 2010

Night of Vision "Set Your Sights on Green"


"Set Your Sights on Green"
Night of Vision

Honoring Mohamad S. Jaafar, M.D., Professional Service Award

Alice T. "Wendy" Gasch, M.D., and John F. O'Neill, M.D., Appreciation Award

Featuring Master of Ceremonies
Mike McGrath, WTOP Garden Guru

The Four Seasons Hotel
2800 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC

Silent Auction: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Cocktails 6:30 p.m., Dinner & Dancing 8:30 p.m.

Black Tie * Complimentary Valet Parking

Be Green! Register for tickets online now at https://pbsmw.ejoinme.org/night_of_vision