Dining in the Dark 2017 for the Lighthouse (Photos by J David Wright)
What a wonderful 2017 Dining in the Dark experience. Last Saturday, at the Silverthorn County Club, 120+ guests converged to Dine in the Dark and support services for the blind. Before dinner, guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while participating in our Silent Auction, 50/50 Draw, and Selfie Contest; visiting our Assistive Technology Display; and, wearing vision simulators which simulate what is seen with various eye conditions. Then, with the assistance of the Hernando County S.W.A.T. Team using night vision monocles, guests were seated in the dining room where they enjoyed their appetizer in complete darkness. Diners commented, by saying, “I have a new appreciation for the blind,†“Every mouthful was a surprise,†and “It would be good for more people to do this because it’s such an eye-opening experience.†After the appetizer, the lights came up and guests continued with their meal, some still wearing simulator glasses and blindfolds. The evening wrapped up with speeches, and then dancing thanks to the compelling beat of DJ Willie Matos. We also gave our Bright Light Of the Lighthouse Award to Wayne Selk, for going above and beyond to maintain the Lighthouse network.
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