Philomatheon Society of the Blind Logo

The Philomatheon Society of the Blind

(330) 453-9157 

Philomatheon Society of the Blind Logo

The Philomatheon Society of the Blind

(330) 453-9157 

100 Year Anniversary Celebration 

All Events Are Held at the Society Office (Unless Otherwise Noted)

On August 17, 2024, we came together to celebrate 100 years of the Philomatheon Society of the Blind! 

We had a wonderful turnout and cannot thank everyone for coming and supporting the society. Mayor Sherer stopped by and shared a few words, we remembered our members who could not join us, shared a wonderful meal, heard some great stories from our guest speakers, and enjoyed some live entertainment! 

 

We have done a lot of work over these 100 years, and look forward to continuing to do this work as the job is not yet done. 

A few of our favorite photos from the celebration!

The 100 year anniversary covered in the local newspaper, The Canton Repository!
Everyone settling in for the 100 year celebration event
Opening remarks from the Philomatheon leadership team
Erin B sharing on her involvement with the Philomatheon Society
Angela Randall sharing her story of her experiences with the society
Denise he;ping people get settled in at the start of the celebration
The event details handout with a quote form hellen keeler on the fornt of it with a wooden Philomatheon keychain sitting on top
Sarah leading the memorial portion of the 100 year celebration for those who could not join us
David Roberts welcoming everyone and getting things kicked off for the 100 year event
Cameron Gatuso sharing how the society has impacted and been a part of her life.
James speaking on his journey getting back involved in the society
Another angle of the room all set up the event
Proclamation from the Mayors office for 100 years of service
Everyone looking toward the front of the room as the event starts
Jill Burke delivering live entertainment for the 100 year event in the form of singing
Berna King sharing her story with the society and how they have worked together
The tables all nicely decorated for the 100 year celebration
Everyone having a great time at the celebration event