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Saturday, July 12

Date:

July 12

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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: 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

Summer or warm songs.

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.

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 – Base Braille Ball

Let’s play braille! Come support your knowledge of Braille in this baseball inspired game. All participants, whether Braille beginners or experts are welcome to come to that!

7 pm: What's Up With Your Pup

Support for Guide Dog Users, training tips, discussion

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.

Sponsored By Guide Dog Users, Inc. (GDUI)

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Sunday, July 13

Date:

July 13

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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11 am: The Breakfast Bunch

Join Tom and the gang for an hour of free-flowing conversation.

2 pm: Loom Knit Dog Bandana

In this class we will be making a dog bandana. I will also teach a couple of stitch patterns that you could work into your bandana.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible

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3 pm: Ask the Pastor

Ask Pastor Bill your questions about the Bible or the Christian life. A teaching will be followed by your questions. Prayer requests can then be shared if desired. This event is open to anyone regardless of their denomination.

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4 pm: St Lucy's Guide

John Calvin and disability

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5 pm: Let's Encourage Each Other with Scripture

Join us in sharing favorite Scriptures, inspirational thoughts, and prayer requests, along with discussing related resources and the technology used to access them.

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5 pm: Sun Shiny Moments Sundays

Come and join Your ACB community in sharing your Sunshiny Moments large and small.

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6 pm: Braille Room

Join fellow braille learners and enthusiasts to study the code; practice skills; and troubleshoot problems in break out rooms.

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

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7 pm: Sunday Night Shellin'

Join Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little fun.

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9 pm: ACB Radio Amateurs July Call

Join ACB Radio Amateurs for their monthly call. Interested in the hobby? come and ask questions.

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Monday, July 14

Date:

July 14

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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10 am: A Message of Love

Join DJ for a word of motivation, inspiration, edification, and encouragement for the soul.

11 am: Manic Monday

Join Judy with your favorite morning beverage to get ready for the week ahead.

11 am: Scriptural Rosary

Today we'll pray the Sorrowful Mysteries.

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2 pm: JC's Community Corner – Convention 2025 Recap

Join JC and your community friends as we recap the 2025 National Convention which took place in Dallas. I hope you all enjoyed yourselves.

3 pm: The Jewish Hour

News about the Jewish community

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4 pm: Deciphering Dots

Join us to explore "Camp Time in California" by Mary Pope Osborne (BARD: BR24598), a dual-format braille book with both contracted and uncontracted text. We’ll review its layout and take turns reading aloud to practice our skills.

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4 pm: Easy Chair Yoga

Come and enjoy easy chair yoga with modifications. We will be doing poses either in the chair or wherever you need to modify.

Sponsored by the ACB Get Up and Get moving Committee

5 pm: Sports Round Table

Join the Sports Spelunkers as we highlight the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) U.S. team sports.

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6 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.

7 pm: Get the Scoop

Join Kaila and friends to tell the story behind your answer to the daily question. Choose one of the previous week's questions and give us the full scoop!

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8 pm: CCLVI Game Night

It’s time to sit down, relax, and enjoy an hour of fun and conversation with old and new friends. So, get comfy and enjoy!

Sponsored by Council of Citizens with Low Vision International

9 pm: BookAbility

Join Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answer fun questions, give lots of book recommendations, and extend your book list to infinity and beyond.

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Tuesday, July 15

Date:

July 15

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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10 am: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner

Join me for another cooking adventure. This time: Green Bean Salad and Chicken Wings Presented by Julie. If cooking along, you will need the following:

Details will be provided on the cooks list.

I take requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo. Find the Cooking Corner on Youtube

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11 am: Morning Mingle

Join us for some light-hearted conversation in a space where warmth and community spirit thrive.

11 am: Tuesday's Turning Pages Book Brunch

We take a deep dive into a book on personal finance. This week we will be continuing with chapter 4, Conscious Spending, of "I Will Teach You To Be Rich" DB 123244 by Sethi, Ramit. Make sure to sign up for our newsletter to get advanced notice of recommended reading.

2 pm: Abacus Made Simple

If you've heard about the abacus and wondered how it is used, or if you learned about it as a kid, this is the place! We'll start out at the beginning, and learn how to do all of the arithmetic applications!

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3 pm: Homophones With Mary Haupt

Today we'll learn when to use "F O U L" and "F O W L"; "C O L O N E L" and "K E R N E L."

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4 pm: The Ins and Outs of Sight Loss Later in Life

Come discuss the unique issues and feelings you may experience if you are losing sight later in life. Hear from those who have taken this journey before you.

Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss.

6 pm: Braille Room

Join fellow braille learners and enthusiasts to study the code; practice skills; and troubleshoot problems in break out rooms.

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

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6 pm: Travel and Leisure

We will discuss travel adventures at the convention.

7 pm: Tuesday Topics

Join us as we break down the highs, lows, and everything in between from this year’s ACB convention. What worked? What didn’t? How was the virtual experience?

The hotel? The tours? What did you love—or not—about Dallas? We want your thoughts on what ACB should change next year. This conversation depends on you!

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8 pm: RSVA RS Vendor Check-In Call About Skittles Vending Machines

For the next RS Vendor call, speakers will be Howard Rubin, President, and Rich Caretsky, Director of Key Accounts for Skittles vending. What's unique about their program is that it is an experience, consumers can pick and choose the flavors they want like solid flavors of Skittles Strawberry and Orange.

Sponsored by Randolph-Sheppard Vendors of America

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9 pm: Conversational French

Join Kathy to learn conversational French.

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Wednesday, July 16

Date:

July 16

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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11 am: Lisa's Living Room with DJ Freshness

Come join us for hot topics, what's on your mind, show and tell, interviews, and DJ’s corner. Join our wacky Wednesday reboot.

1 pm: The Classical Music Place

Have you always loved classical music, and need a place to share that love? Are you relatively new to classical music, and wish to get more into it? Are you not sure just what to make of the term “classical music,” and wish to learn a bit more about it? If any of these apply to you, welcome in. This is not a lecture presentation, so participant give-and-take is welcome.

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2 pm: Creative Journey Book Club Journaling and Reflection

Develop comfort with silence: Learn to quiet your mind through guided practices and integrate reflective journaling into your routine.

2 pm: Widows and Widowers Support Group

A space for those who have experienced the life-altering loss of a spouse or significant other. Join for a time of sharing and connection for remembering our partners. Gain ideas on how to make living alone easier.

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3 pm: Navigation Tactics

This call will explore different ways blind individuals navigate daily life—whether using a cane, guide dog, or other tools—and experiences with Uber, Lyft, paratransit, and more. Come share your stories and tips—you never know who you’ll inspire! This call will now take place once a week!

4 pm: Turning the Tables

Join Bel and Judy as they "turn the tables" and ask a random participant to come up with the topic for the call. If you’re in the room you just may be selected!

5 pm: Spanish Conversation

Are you interested in learning Spanish but don't know where to start? Have you studied Spanish in the past but don't remember it well? During this hour, we practice Spanish at an introductory level, and everyone is encouraged to participate.

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6 pm: Accessible Online Games

This is where we play multi-player games online. This time: Ninety-Nine on RSGames.

http://rsgames.org

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6 pm: Cozy by the Fire Side

We are reading and discussing "The BeanTown Girls"

7 pm: Books and Bites

At our next recipe swap, we will be Sharing recipes that appear in those great cozy books we all love to read. Bring your favorite recipe you got from a cozy book or just come and say hi.

7 pm: Sharing and Caring Support Group

Come talk with others who understand the stresses of caring for loved ones, to share resources, or ask questions.

7:30 pm: Better Living Better Life

Come and join us in our monthly discussion about anything Better Living.

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7:30 pm: Penny Forward Wednesday Workshop

Join us for an interactive workshop aimed at improving your money management skills.

8 pm: Office Space: In Between the G Sheets

Dive into the sheets with the Office Space team, Discover the hands on techniques that will leave you craving more collaboration. And a special all new segment you’ll have to hear to believe!

8:30 pm: Library Without Walls

Library Users of America invites you to Library Without Walls, this month’s theme is true crime—nonfiction only, no novels or short stories.

Books must be accessible to blind or low vision readers. Titles from Kindle, Apple Books, Audible, Chirp, or Bookshare just need the title and author. For NLS books, please include:

Audio: Title, author, narrator, book number, and length

Braille: Title, author, book number, and number of volumes

Come ready to share and discuss!

8:30 pm: Meditation Celebration

Join for a special half hour together including a 20-minute meditation.

9 pm: Awakening Through Vedic Wisdom

This time, our sadhana will be a mantra to guru in honor of the Guru Purnima celebration in July, and we will then begin exploring Chapter 14 of "Sovereign Self" by Acharya Shunya. (available via Kindle and Audible)

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Event Category:

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Thursday, July 17

Date:

July 17

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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Join in Clubhouse

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 we will have our “polestar” feature, in which, Ethel Miranda will share her story about learning and using braille.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

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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, This is Awkward. This podcast asks questions around what would you do in different financially awkward situations. sign up for our newsletter to get advanced notice of recommended listening

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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 The 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: Creative Inspirations

Join Jill and Lynn for beach side crafting.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible

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6 pm: Christian Book Chat

We will read chapters 10-12 in fearfully and wonderfully

7 pm: GCB Peach Talk

Come join GCB for our monthly Peach Talk call. We will discuss all aspects of reading radio services.

Sponsored by Georgia Council of the Blind.

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.

8 pm: Explore to Achieve More

The ACB INSPIRE Mentoring Program enters its third year of providing mentorship, access and peer support during the fall of 2025. The leadership development program designed exclusively for prospective leaders is a nine-month exploration of learning and grasping new concepts. Online applications will be accepted from July 18th through August 18th. The 2025-2026 cohort will be selected by September 1st, and the program year will begin on September 18th. Activities will conclude on June 16, 2026. The program culminates with a virtual graduation ceremony during the virtual week of the ACB Conference and Convention. Prepare to listen in on one of our presentations that will allow you to learn how the program works, and ask questions that are important to you.

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9 pm: Thursday Nightcap

Please 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.

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Friday, July 18

Date:

July 18

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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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.

12 pm: Mindful Movement to Manage Stress

This yoga class co-ordinates small, gentle movements with the breath to promote a sense of well-being. The movements are selected to benefit guide dog handlers and white cane users, so we focus a lot on hips, back, shoulders, arms, and hands and other areas where we build up tension.

You will be encouraged to move within your current range of motion and energy level. The whole practice can be done while sitting in a chair. We will finish with a guided awareness relaxation. Everything will be described clearly, and you can ask questions. What you'll need for this class: a firm chair that won't slide around as you move; a folded blanket or a couple of folded bath towels, and a bed pillow or throe pillow.

This class is taught by yoga teacher Robin Mandell.

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2 pm: Free to be Me Books and Entertainment

A place to talk books and entertainment—podcasts, films, theater, TV, and more.
Pop some mid-day popcorn and join the fun!

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3 pm: Judy and Lucy's Music Memories

Come in and talk with us about music, our favorite subject! What is our topic for this week? Well, you just never know what memory lane Judy and Lucy will lead you down, you'll have to come and find out!

5 pm: In Perspective

7 pm: VISAbilities – ACB Changes

Come hear from ACB’s new 2^nd Vice President Kenneth Semien Sr.

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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Saturday, July 19

Date:

July 19

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

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

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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: Crocheted Baby Dress

In this class we will start the majority of a baby dress that could be made in several sizes just by changing the hook size.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible

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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.

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: Personal Finance and Investing

Discussion of personal finance, debt management, and assorted investment techniques. Bring any questions you may have!

4 pm: Tar Heel Tailgate

Join Bel for games, casual chat, and most importantly, lots of laughs. Come spend part of your Saturday with us!

5 pm: Friends Supporting Friends with Diabetes

Grab your favorite snack and/or beverage and join ACB Diabetics in Action for an hour of all things diabetes-related discussion. This is an open chat forum and there will not be any specific topics or speakers.

6 pm: Basic iPhone Class

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used it for years, come join us with your questions or problems. We will try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

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6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Base Braille Ball

Play braille! Join us for a night of braille fun in this baseball-inspired game. Whether a braille beginner or an expert, all are invited to come to bat!

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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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