"My sister Mary is the reason I am a writer," said Little House author Laura Ingalls Wilder. Mary lost her sight at fourteen, and Laura became her eyes, describing the world so her sister could "see" as well. But what happened to Mary when she grew up? Come to the Museum to explore the sounds and smells, the textures and tastes, of Mary's world. Learn all about her life as a teacher and musician and take a look at some of the books in her library. Sing along with some of Pa's fiddle tunes, weave a beaded bracelet (the same as those Mary made for her sisters), and have some birthday cake made from Ma's recipe. Free to the public but registration is recommended. Saturday, January 9, 2010, 10 a.m.-noon. Call 899-2365 by January 7 to register. All ages.

APH is the world's largest company devoted solely to researching, developing, and manufacturing products for people who are blind or visually impaired. Founded in 1858, it is the oldest organization of its kind in the United States. Under the 1879 federal Act to Promote the Education of the Blind, APH is the official supplier of educational materials for visually impaired students in the U.S. who are working at less than college level.

APH manufactures textbooks and magazines in braille, large print, recorded, and computer disc formats. APH also manufactures hundreds of educational, recreational, and daily living products.

The Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind is open for drop-in visitors Monday- Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Visitors may write their names in braille, see the book of Psalms from Helen Keller's Bible, play a computer game designed for children who are blind, watch the Discovery Channel video "Denver the Guide Dog," and enjoy other activities in the award-winning museum. Factory/ Museum tours are offered Monday – Thursday at 10 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Visit www.aph.org/musuem for more information.

The American Printing House for the Blind, Inc. is located at 1839 Frankfort Avenue in Louisville, Kentucky. For more information, call (502) 895-2405 or log on to www.aph.org.