Upcoming Events

All times listed are in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time.

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11 am: Let's Talk Together

We will talk together in small groups. Breakouts are fun and we learn more about each other.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

12 pm: I Love Braille

This week, under title, "I have a question", there will be a question-answer session, in which, participants will ask questions and the participants who know will answer. It's quite an interactive session.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

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12 pm: The Crafting Workshop AKA The Feel and Forge Workbench

Join Tyanne and Desiree when they get into all kinds of crazy crafting projects. You never know what mayhem those two creative ladies will get up to. Second and fourth Thursdays

Sponsored by The VIP Welcome Wagon

3 pm: Money Matters Podcast Prospectives

We will be looking into the financial wisdom of a different personal finance podcast each week. This week come to talk about "The Money with Katie Show". This is the podcast by our Tuesday Book Brunch author. Sign up for our newsletter to get advanced notice of recommended listening.

Sponsored by Money Matters With MOe

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4 pm: Knight Manager Strategy Chamber

Do you play Knight Manager? Do you have some tips or strategies to share or do you simply love talking about your favorite obsession like we do? The strategy chamber is open so come on in and join the fun!

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4 pm: Resistance With Leslie

It’s time for an upper body workout using resistance bands, hand weights, and the floor. These exercises can be done sitting or standing. Get moving with Leslie Spoone, Certified Aerobics Instructor and Personal Trainer.

Sponsored by ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

5 pm: Beginning Spanish

If you have always wanted to learn Spanish but don't know where to start, this group is for you. We will start with easy phrases and sentences and try to make them as relevant and interesting as possible. We will include some pronunciation practice and perhaps other exercises. Come and enjoy learning this beautiful language, which has almost a half a billion native speakers!

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6 pm: Christian Book Chat

We will read chapter 21 in Fearfully and Wonderfully.

7pm: Beginning Your VoiceOver Voyage - News Feed Adventures

Join Bel and Rick for an interactive demo on how to navigate the Facebook app with VoiceOver. This call will cover the basics of moving through the News Feed, checking Notifications, reading and reacting to posts, and even creating your own.

Sponsored by Beyond Barriers Assistive Technology

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8 pm: 12-Step Recovery Meeting

For anyone needing the support of a 12-step meeting designed to reflect the unique perspectives of those who are blind or visually impaired.

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.

8 pm: Table Talk Thursday

The Table has room for everyone to join in an open chat tonight. Share with all of us what's on your mind. These calls often lead to great ideas and learning experiences.

Sponsored by CCLVI

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9 pm: Berle Coley leadership

Join us for a discussion with the 2025 J. P. Morgan and First-timer recipients.

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9 pm: Grade Three Braille Get Together

This is a time for those who have studied and mastered Grade Three Braille, to meet and read and practice our Grade Three Braille reading skills.

9 pm: Thursday Night Cap

Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.

10 pm: Speed Friendship

Join us for a new and exciting way to get to know each other, one on one.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

All times listed are in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time.

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10 am: Stroke Survivors & Caregivers Support Group

Have you ever had a “Stroke?” Are you a caregiver of a stroke survivor? We would like for you to come and share your story and experiences; you never know who you might help.

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.

11 am: Alison's Community Cafe

Celebrate the end of the week with Alison and your fellow community members with some lively chatter and fun. Meet new people, or re-acquaint with old friends.

2 pm: Pathways with Patty

Bridging the great chasm which separates the disAbled from the non-disAbled by finding the necessary tools and information building blocks. Join us this week as we talk with Tammy Robbins of Inner Sight Reiki about who she is, what she does, and what she can do to help improve your life.

Sponsored by Patty's Worlds Publishing

5 pm: In Perspective

Featuring Mark Richert, Public Policy Advocate and Amateur Theologian.

Sponsored by Branco Events

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6 pm: A Blind View - New Voices, Fresh Perspectives

Join Bel for another thoughtful conversation! This time, we’ll be getting to know two of our newer community members—Naomi Ray and Matthew Gonzalez. Come listen, connect, and share as we learn more about their stories, experiences, and perspectives in a warm, welcoming space.

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7 pm: VISAbilities

Join Terry as she welcomes Doug Hansard and Michael Smitherman tonight. They will be the organizers and facilitators of a new ACB Community Support Group for Stroke Survivors and Caregivers.  Are you or have you ever had a “Stroke?” Are you a caregiver of a stroke survivor? We would like for you to come and share your story and experiences; you never know who you might help.  Learn when and how you can be a part of this most worthwhile experience.  All are welcome!

Sponsored by VISAbilities

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8 pm: FIA Author Collective

The best writing hacks to spark your creativity.

Sponsored by Friends in Art

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9 pm: It's Play Time

Meka and Cindy welcome you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

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9 pm: "You were made for greatness"- Catholic Bible study

Do you long for happiness, purpose, and adventure?
Do you feel empty, confused, or unsatisfied with the world?
If you answer yes to any of these questions then join us!
Come as you are and meet the only one who can satisfy all the longings of your heart.

All times listed are in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule; and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

Join in Clubhouse

11 am: Saturday Morning Trivia

Play Saturday morning trivia with Danette and your fellow Community members. Some of these are pretty easy. Some will break your brain. Fun and laughter will be plentiful.

12 pm: Strictly Folk

Cold weather songs.

1 pm: ACB Government Employees Open Chat

This call is open to current and former local, state, and federal government employees and contractors who are concerned about their status or looking for resources to assist them with next steps, related to the current administration's nonstop flurry of activity concerning the federal government. Families and friends of this group are also welcome. To encourage the sharing of thoughts, views, and concerns of the participants, only first names will be used and the call will not be podcasted.

Sponsored by ACB Government Employees

1 pm: Friendship Circle

Take your connection to the next level! Participate in smaller gatherings of three to five people in friendship circles and will do them as many times as we can in one hour.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

3 pm: Basics with BITS

Join BITS, as we get down to basics, and provide a helping hand to assist you in becoming more confident with your technology.
This time, David Kingsbury will demonstrate using JAWS PictureSmart and Be My Eyes for Windows, to generate detailed descriptions of images on your computer. Both applications are versatile and easy to use, and will significantly augment your accessibility toolkit.

Sponsored by BITS

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3 pm: Community Town Hall

Come on in and talk with the Community Support Committee, and we'll update you on what's been happening in the Community during the past quarter, you'll also have an opportunity to ask questions!

Sponsored by Community Support Committee

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4 pm: The Five W's of Prayer and Much More!

Who, what, when, where, why do we pray and more. We will learn from each others experience and sprinkle in additional thought-provoking items to enrich our lives and knowledge of prayer. All are welcome.

6 pm: Grief Journey

We are all grieving for different reasons. Please come and share, or listen in and provide support.

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not report to provide mental health services.

6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Reading Basics

Join us to discuss braille reading basics. We will cover posture and good practice techniques, as well as list some ways you can get more braille under your fingers.

Sponsored by Braille Together

8 pm: Community Karaoke

Meka and Cindy invite you for another night of karaoke with your community friends. Performances are all pre-recorded. Those wishing to perform should email community@acb.org to be included in the weekly communication.

Note: Please remain muted throughout the evening with only a brief unmuting to  provide verbal applause at the end of each performance. Hosts will mute as needed and remove repeat offenders if necessary.

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8 pm: What's Up With You're Pup

Support for Guide Dog Users, training tips, and discussion.

Sponsored by Guide Dog Users Inc. GDUI