The San Joaquin Lions Club proudly hosts the Helen Keller Mural Showcase on
Friday, March 29th, 2024, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at
Margaret Troke Library, 502 W. Benjamin Holt Dr in Stockton
This inspiring event highlights the intersection of art and
advocacy, featuring a stunning mural created by local disabled artist Diana M. Buettner and the
empowering advocacy work of Jennifer Gass, a blind Lions Club member and activist
championing the rights of the blind and disabled. Together, they bring Helen Keller’s legacy to
life, celebrating her remarkable contributions to equality and education as we approach the
100th anniversary of Helen Keller challenging the Lions Clubs to become ’Knights of the Blind’
on June 30, 2025.
1:00 - 4:00 PM:
Children and adults will have the opportunity to participate in educational activities focusing on
blindness, disability awareness and Helen Keller’s life.
1:00 - 1:45 PM:
Refreshments, sponsor tabling With activities, and a chance to meet the creative team and
supporters.
1:45 PM:
Amelia Lewis will open the program with remarks about the significance of International
Women’s Day and the culmination of this month-long celebration through the mural showcase.
Jennifer Gass and Diana M. Buettner will follow, sharing personal insights into their respective
roles as advocate and artist, and highlighting the importance of inclusion and creative
expression. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session.
2:15-4:00 PM:
Enjoy popcorn and a screening of the timeless film ”The Miracle Worker” (1962). This cinematic
classic captures Helen Keller’s groundbreaking journey and serves as a tribute to the potential
for resilience, advocacy, and creative collaboration to make lasting societal impacts.
