Upcoming Events

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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: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner

Get ready for another cooking adventure. This time: Spice Call with Mary-Ann. She will show us how to make various spices.

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Find most of my recipes here

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11 am: Morning Mingle – Throwback

Grab your beverage of choice and join the mingle! It’s time to take a step back in time; we’ll share memories from the scrapbooks in our hearts and minds, and take a trip back to the year…

12 pm: Exploring Life Skills for Independence

Whether your new to vision loss or a seasoned expert, there is always something for everyone. Think of it as a boost for living your best day-to-day life, with a supportive crew by your side.

Sponsored by VIP Coaching In The Dark

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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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

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.

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 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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7 pm: Tuesday Topics

At the end of each year, we look back at the events that mattered most to our team and our community, covering everything from blindness topics and technology to movies, books, and more. We’ll highlight what we’re thankful for, call out the trends that weren’t so great, and wrap things up with a clear sense of 2025 that we can carry into 2026.

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8 pm: RSVA RS Vendor Check-In Call on Celebrating the Holidays with Rick Morin

Randall Crosby will facilitate this call with Rick Morin from ACB Media. This will be our holiday meet-up. Come and enjoy the many surprises.

Sponsored by Randolph Sheppard Vendors of America

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8 pm: Tuesday Night Huddle: Spams and Scams

Join us for a Tuesday Night Huddle on staying safe from scams and spam. We’ll walk through common fraud tactics, warning signs, and simple ways to protect your information, with plenty of time for questions and shared experiences.

Sponsored by ACB Next Generation

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9 pm: Community Friends

Have you connected with a friend from the past, or made a new friend on the community list? Join us for a fun interactive call

9 pm: Conversational French

Join Kathy to learn conversational French.

10 pm: The Chat Cafe, Holiday Version

December is upon us and all that goes with it, Xmas, Hanukkah and the celebration of the coming of longer days, the Solstice. Then there’s all the online shopping, family drama and some good times too. Be sure we’ll talk about it all and throw in some fun icebreaker questions as well. One of the more memorable ones was does Santa wear boxers or briefs? So, grab a mug of hot chocolate or eggnog, pull up a chair and let’s chat.

Sponsored by VIP Coaching in the Dark and ACB of Oregon

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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: 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

Whether you're a lifelong classical music fan or just curious to learn more, join an open discussion to share, explore, and deepen your appreciation—no lectures, just conversation!

2 pm: Creative Journey-Befriending Difficult Emotions

Integration & Resilience: Building Your Compassionate Toolbox In this final session, we integrate all techniques, adding tools like Loving-Kindness and the Handshake Practice to strengthen your brain’s resilience circuits and build your personalized roadmap for lasting emotional balance.

Sponsored by Creative Guidance LLC

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2 pm: Widows and Widowers Support Group

A time of sharing and 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 purport to provide mental health services.

3 pm: Navigation Tactics

This call will explore different ways blind and visually impaired individuals navigate daily life and different scenarios. Each week the facilitator will pose one or two questions to spark conversation for this call. Please keep contributions concise for the sake of time so everyone has a chance to speak.

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3:30 pm: Happy Hour Cardio

Join Leslie for an enthusiastic ride or walk on your cardio machine of choice.

Sponsored by ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

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: Better Living Better Life

Come join us for the monthly open chat.

5 pm: Conversational Spanish

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: Monopoly on RSGames. http://rsgames.org

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6 pm: Cozy by the Fire Side

We will read and discuss "The Great Santa Search" by Jeff Ginn.

7:30 pm: Penny Forward Wednesday Workshop

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

Sponsored by Penny Forward

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8 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.

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.

8:30 pm: Braille Buzz

We’re welcoming Daniel Lubiner and Dawn Campbell to talk about the Braille Doodle and the unique approach behind their company. The Braille Doodle lets you practice braille on one side and create tactile drawings on the other, using magnets and ball bearings to bring your ideas to life.

Sponsored by Braille Revival League

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 practice will be the third of the practices recommended by Adi Shankaracharya in “Bhaja Govindam” Verse 30, Vichara, and we will then begin exploring Chapter 19 of “Sovereign Self” by Acharya Shunya. (available via Kindle and Audible)

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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.

11 am: Turning Pages: Book Brunch

Join MOe as we work to turn the pages of our financial lives. This week we will be continuing with Part 2 of the book “No New Things: A Radically Simple 30-day Guide to Saving Money, the Planet, and Your Sanity” DB128723. We will be starting the challenge Jan 1.

Sponsored by Money Matters With MOe

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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

4 pm: The Sight and Hearing Loss Experience

Dealing with both sight and hearing loss makes life interesting. Join the discussion when Jael talks about tips and tricks for managing it, both frustrating as well as funny moments. Interpreters welcome.

Sponsored by VIP Coaching In The Dark

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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5 pm: In Perspective

Holiday reflections.

Sponsored by Branco Events

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7 pm: Book Match

One of Shannon’s greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Tell her about your reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and she will do her best to supply book recommendations you'll love.

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7 pm: GCB Peach Talk

Come join GCB for our monthly Peach Talk call. We will discuss all about Orientation and Mobility. Are you a cane user or guide dog user? Come and join us!

Sponsored by Georgia Council of the Blind

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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 - Book Club

We will be discussing “Christmas Cupcake Murder” by Joanne Fluke, DB101104

Sponsored by CCLVI

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: Navigating the Holidays with Ease

This is the second of a two-part series. We’ll explore creating balance between your mind, heart and emotions as you move through your holidays.

Sponsored by Embrace Happiness

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9 pm: Thursday Night Cap

Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.

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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: 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 in a Chair

Join a yoga class designed for guide dog handlers and white cane users, focusing on gentle movements for hips, back, shoulders, and hands. Practice while seated, with clear instructions and guided relaxation.

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! This week we’ll catch up and talk all things books and entertainment.

Sponsored by Patty's Worlds Publishing

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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!

3 pm: Learning Blind Tech With Desiree Renae

To mark the end of this year, Desiree will go over some highlights from the year, as well as take feedback and questions.

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4 pm: Blindness and More

This is for people who have more than one disability.

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.

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.

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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: ASK Bits

Join us to explore today’s tech across Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac, along with screen readers and helpful assistive tools. Bring your questions and connect with our BITS team for tips, tricks, and real-world advice to help make your tech work for you.

Sponsored by BITS

ask@bits-acb.org

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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: Blindness Prematurity Call

Itinerant teaching for Resource Rooms.

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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.

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.

2 pm: Cajun Debate

This call is to debate various topics, such as, canes versus guide-dogs, bus transport versus car transport, and things like that.

2 pm: Demand Our Access

Jonathan will be finishing the calendar year of Demand Our Access with an open session. Bring any questions or comments you have. Specifically, he would like to hear what you would like covered in the new year and what you think of using scenarios to learn the material.

Sponsored by Demand Our Access

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3 pm: Personal Finance and Investments

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

4 pm: Tar Heel Tailgate

Your virtual tailgate party is back! Join Bel for games, gab, and good vibes. Tailgating has never been this easy (or this funny). No ticket required!

5 pm: ACBDA: Friends Supporting Friends with Diabetes

Grab your favorite snack and/or beverage and join us for an hour of all things diabetes. This is an open forum for sharing tips and tricks that may help one better manage one’s diabetes with vision loss! This is a peer to peer support group; any suggested changes should be discussed with your medical team.

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 ACB Diabetics in Action

6 pm: Basic iPhone Class

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one 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 - Drawings

Deck the halls with dots of Braille! Join us to create small Braille drawings that have a Christmas theme and a Braille mug which may be adorned with them! Bring your slate and stylus or Perkins Braille and 8.5 x 11“ paper to make these drawings.

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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