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: 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 - The Art of the Pivot

Master the “Art of the Pivot” to transform rigidity into freedom. Learn somatic fluidity, “Verbal Aikido,” and pattern interrupts to reclaim your power and stay grounded through any life momentum.

This event may be up to 1.5 hours.

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.

This event may be up to 0.5 hours.

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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

5 pm: Better Living Better Life

This week the first half of the call we will discuss exercising outdoors. The second half will be open chat on whatever is on your mind.

This event may be up to 1.5 hours.

5 pm: Conversational Spanish

Bienvenidos! This group is for those who want to practice speaking Spanish. Everyone from intermediate level to native speaker is welcome. Everyone will have a chance to speak, exchange ideas, and ask questions.

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7 pm: Awakening Through Vedic Wisdom

This time, our sadhana practice will be a mantra for auspiciousness, and we will then begin exploring Chapter 23 of “Sovereign Self” by Acharya Shunya (available via Kindle and Audible).

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7 pm: Recipe Swap: Pizza, Pizza!

Pizza is not just with pepperoni anymore! Pizza can be for breakfast, dessert, or whenever. Come and share your favorite recipe or just come and tell us about your favorite pizza!

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8 pm: Living Better with Diabetes

Regular physical activity is one of the key components in helping to keep our diabetes under control. Our speaker, Evan Charles Schwerbrock, will walk and or run us through this important aspect of our diabetic life. 

Sponsored by ACBDA

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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.

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8:30 pm: Meditation Celebration

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

This event may be up to 0.5 hours.

9 pm: Abbie's Alcove

Please join us to discuss baseball, gardening, and other topics.

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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: A Thyme to Plant

Gardening inside and outside. Basics are covered for those who want to know more about plants or you currently have some plants.

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 will be an interactive session with participants asking braille-related questions and answering them.

This event may be up to 1.5 hours.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

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3 pm: Unicorn Pony Beading

Lets pony bead a magical friend together.

This event may be up to 2 hours.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters

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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! With Tyanne and Teresa.

Sponsored by VIP Coaching In The Dark

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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

This group is for beginners, whether you have always wanted to learn Spanish and have not had the chance or whether you have perhaps attended a class but you still find yourself at something of a beginner level. Everyone will be able to participate and comment or ask questions. This is your opportunity to practicar!

This event may be up to 1.5 hours.

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6 pm: Christian Book Chat

We will read chapter eight in the Joni Eareckson Tada's book.

6 pm: Learning How to Use the DA2 Player

Join us for a fun class as we continue exploring all things Bard, including picking a book, managing your wish list, and using the previous downloads feature. Don’t forget to bring something to take notes so you can capture all the great tips!

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.

9 pm: Berl Colley Leadership

We will be electing members of the ACB Board of Directors and Board of Publications at our upcoming Conference and Convention. Come hear from two individuals who will share what helped them prepare to successfully run for one of these positions.

Sponsored by Berl Colley Leadership Training Committee

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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.

This event may be up to 2 hours.

9 pm: Thursday Night Cap

Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.

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 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.

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.

This event may be up to 0.5 hours.

1 pm: Memories of Anything and Everything

We will be talking about any memory of things you had growing up no matter what it was.

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3 pm: Healthy Weight, Healthy Life

On this call, Co-author, Elizabeth King will introduce the book, "Dr. Abravanel's Body type Diet and Lifetime Nutrition Plan". She will take questions and we will discuss our thoughts over the past week and how we would like to continue.

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5 pm: In Perspective

Featuring Kim Charlson, librarian, disability leader, and cancer survivor.

Sponsored by Branco Events

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7 pm: Visabilities - How ABLE Are You?

Join Terry as she welcomes ACB Board Member Chris Bell for a discussion of the ABLE accounts many of us are eligible. What is it? Who is eligible? Are there limits? What can it be used for? Are there tax benefits? These are a few questions we will be learning more about. All are welcome.

Sponsored by VISAbilities

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8 pm: Author Collective

Featuring Chrys Buckley, 2025 FIA scholarship winner.

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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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: Old School Saturdays School Days

Come and talk about your school days, the good the bad and the ugly.

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: Mad Hatters Club

In this class we will be making a hat. If there is time, we will also start a scarf.

This event may be up to 2 hours.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters

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12 pm: Strictly Folk Resistance Songs

Join us for an hour of folk songs rooted in resistance and protest. We'll explore the music that has given voice to movements and the people behind them.

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

Answering questions about debate topics.

4 pm: The Five Ws 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.

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 KaraokeUnite@gmail.com 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.

This event may be up to 2.5 hours.

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8 pm: What's Up with Your Pup

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

Sponsored by Guide Dog Users Inc. GDUI