East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind Inc

11/17/2025

The Braille Institute is offering a great opportunity for anyone interested in exploring smart glasses! Their upcoming “Let’s Talk Smart Glasses” workshop includes a chance to win a free pair of Meta Smart Glasses. If you or someone you know is curious about assistive technology, this is a fantastic resource to learn more and get hands-on guidance!

Giveaway alert! We’re giving away ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses (valued at up to $400)!

How to enter:

1. First, register for our free Let’s Talk Smart Glasses workshop on Wednesday, November 19 at 12pm PT! If you haven’t signed up for this workshop yet, register online here: https://bit.ly/4o0p2gM

2. Second, attend the workshop and learn what smart glasses are and explore the different brands and types currently on the market.

3. Lastly, we want to hear from you! Complete the post-workshop survey sent to you via email by Friday, November 21. The winner will be notified via email.

ONE lucky winner will be randomly selected from the those who take the survey. The winner will receive ONE free pair of Meta Smart Glasses.

Image description: Image of a pair of smart glasses with the text “Free Smart Glasses Giveaway!” and the Braille Institute logo in the corner.

11/14/2025

We’re excited to welcome Stephen Kohlhaas to the East Texas Lighthouse team as our new Contract Services Coordinator! Stephen brings a versatile background spanning restaurant management, financial services, structural design, industrial project controls, and hazardous materials transportation. His experience managing contracts, leading teams, and ensuring compliance across multiple industries has prepared him well for supporting our client contracts. Stephen is most excited about helping people move from uncertainty to confidence whether they’re returning to work, continuing their education, or building essential life skills.

11/12/2025

With our Region 7 ESC children’s horseback riding events coming up, our team was too excited to wait! Meagan, Lannette, Stephen, and Antoinette delivered the office mail via 'Pony Express' on Monday wearing brightly colored cowboy hats and riding galloping stick ponies with audible hoof sounds. Our “ponies” will be used for fun while our kiddos wait their turn for the real horses at our upcoming event!

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice.
The East Texas Lighthouse proudly stands with our nation’s veterans in gratitude for their service and the freedoms they’ve helped protect.

11/07/2025

As we wrap up the week, we’re reminded why we do what we do: Empowering independence for people who are blind or visually impaired.
From assistive technology training to meaningful employment at Horizon Industries, every program and service at the Lighthouse helps create opportunity, confidence, and connection.
Here’s to another week of shining bright for our East Texas community!

11/05/2025

Our friends at Region 7 ESC have shared their upcoming event calendar for the next few months, and we’re excited to see all the incredible opportunities ahead!
The East Texas Lighthouse is proud to partner with Region 7 throughout the year and grateful for their continued focus on creating opportunities for students.

🎉 Big Events. Big Impact. All in One Place!

Looking for info on Region 7’s largest events of the year? From conferences and summits to multi-day workshops, we’ve made it easy to find everything you need in one spot. 🙌

✅ Dates and details
✅ Registration links
✅ Event highlights

Take a look and start planning your next big learning experience! 💡

👉 https://trst.in/MoiZyo

11/03/2025

October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our teams at East Texas Lighthouse and Horizon Industries proudly wore pink to show support for friends, family members, and community members who have been affected by breast cancer.
Together, we honor the fighters, celebrate the survivors, and remember those we’ve lost, while continuing to spread awareness and hope.

10/31/2025

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a week since the 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day! So many great moments were captured, and we’re excited to share a few of our favorites with you. From the group walk to the vendors, food trucks, and entertainment, it was an unforgettable day! Thank you again to everyone who helped make this event possible despite the rain.
If you attended out event and would like to share feedback, please complete our survey https://tylerlighthouse.wufoo.com/forms/white-cane-day-survey/

10/29/2025

Stephen and Shirley are representing the Lighthouse today at the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce Senior Health & Living Expo at the Brookshire Conference Center! The event is free to attend and lasts until 2:00. The expo showcases a wide variety of health services and wellness programs for seniors and their families. Come check it out and stop by our booth to say hello!

10/28/2025

Join the team at the East Texas Lighthouse and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired!
We currently have openings for:
- Maintenance Technician
- Low Vision Store Associate
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of an organization that’s empowering independence across East Texas, we’d love to hear from you!
Learn more and apply today at https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs?clientkey=D12AC84F8689B053040F95D4F71C2280&jpt=

10/27/2025

Huge thank you to Tyler Paper and Jennifer the Journalist for covering White Cane Day!

Friday’s third annual East Texas White Cane Day at Bergfeld Park celebrated the resilience of individuals with visual impairments while shining a spotlight on the importance of inclusion and accessibility in everyday life. The local event precedes and coincides with National White Cane Safety Day ...

10/27/2025

Rain or shine, East Texas showed up!
Thank you to everyone who made our 3rd Annual East Texas White Cane Day unforgettable. We had a great time celebrating independence with all the attendees, volunteers, and vendors.
We’re so grateful for this incredible community!