All times listed are in Eastern.
ACB Weekly Schedule: July 19 – July 25, 2026
Sunday, July 19
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
11 am: The Breakfast Bunch - Conversation Between Two People in History
Have you ever wished you could listen to a conversation between two people from history? Join us this week and share who you would choose and what you would like them to discuss.
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.
4 pm: St. Lucy's Guide
Join us as we explore how disabled individuals are portrayed across screens and digital platforms, contrasting outdated stereotypes with authentic storytelling and discussing the impact of inclusive representation on the broader media landscape.
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.
6 pm: Braille Room
Whether you are just beginning your braille learning journey, trying to quicken your reading pace, need help with your eReader, or looking to advance any braille skills, we are here to help! Join us to work together to help our community progress with braille.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
7 pm: A Sunday Chat
Planes, trains, and automobiles: How do you travel as a person who is blind or has low vision? Share your preferred transportation, experiences with staff, and travel adventures at our next Sunday Chat.
8 pm: Free to Be Me Media and More
A place to talk books and all things entertainment. Judy will be serving virtual Magic Punchbowl drinks, so pop some popcorn, grab a snack, and join the conversation.
9 pm: Sunshiny Moments, Travel
Tell us about a favorite convention trip or another memorable travel adventure. Your story could brighten someone's day!
Monday, July 20
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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
Pray the Joyful Mysteries from the book, "A Scriptural Rosary".
2 pm: JC's Community Corner – DIY Ideas
Are you a do-it-yourself person? If so, please share a success, a failure, or a tip concerning one of your projects. If not, do you ever wish you were a do-it-yourself-er? Join Pam and your community friends as we discuss.
3 pm: The Jewish Hour
Recap of our convention program.
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 ACB Get Up and Get moving Committee
5 pm: Sports Roundtable
Join the Sports Spelunkers as we highlight the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) U.S. team sports.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
6 pm: The Friendship Circle
Take your connection to the next level! Participate in smaller gatherings of three to five people in friendship circles and we'll do them as many times as we can in one hour.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
6 pm: The Weekly Reset
Join me for The Weekly Reset — a weekly Zoom conversation on mental health, wellness, and intentional living. Each week, we will discuss a different topic to help WIN in you week ahead. This week, we will focus on "Winning the Morning" and how it can help you "Win Your Day"! Bring your favorite beverage and join us for reflection, connection, and encouragement.
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.
7 pm: Get the Scoop
Join your friends for a sweet conversation. We will be talking about last week's ACB Presents daily questions. Simply answer a question and share your story to place your ice cream order. We count the cherries as we go. Stick around to hear the final total before we close up shop!
7:30 pm: It's Electric
We will discuss electric kitchen appliances, large or small plus gadgets, tips and more for tasty, easy food prep!
8 pm: Cancer Support
Whether in remission; recently diagnosed; or somewhere in between, you do not have to deal with cancer alone. Come care for and support each other through sharing.
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: Low Vision Peer Support Group
This is a place for anyone to come discuss the challenges of low vision. Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by LVA
9 pm: Book Chat
"Jenny Cooper Has A Secret: A Novel" DB131189
Author: Fielding, Joy
Reading Time: 10 hours, 3 minutes
Production: National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, Library of Congress
Read by: Carol Monda
Subjects: Suspense Fiction, Mystery and Detective Stories, Psychological Fiction
Synopsis: "Reeling from her husband's death and best friend's dementia diagnosis, seventy-six-year-old Linda Davidson feels lost and alone. Her beloved daughter Kleo and son-in-law Mick have moved into her house to keep her company, but the constant bickering quickly turns their presence into yet another worry on Linda's long list. Eager to escape the tension at home, Linda goes to visit her friend at Legacy Place, a memory care facility for the elderly, where she meets Jenny Cooper, a ninety-two-year-old dementia patient who makes a shocking confession: she kills people. Linda dismisses the so-called secret as the confusion of an ailing mind, but Jenny seems strangely lucid during their visits as she recounts stories of her many victims -- mostly men who hurt her. Then a fellow patient at Legacy Place dies. Everyone else sees it as the natural death of an sick old man, but Linda can't help but wonder: is there any chance Jenny's telling the truth?" --Provided by publisher.
Unrated. Commercial audiobook.
Tuesday, July 21
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
10 am: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner
Get ready for another cooking adventure. This time: Lemon Lovers Recipes presented by Heidi. Celebrating National Lemon day.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Find the Cooking corner on Youtube
Find most of my recipes here
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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 Living 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.
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 VIP Coaching In The Dark
3 pm: Summer Bible Study for Women, Mary, the Mother of Jesus
Please join us as we study the book, "The Mothers and Daughters of the Bible Speak," by Shannon Bream, DB107944. This week we will talk about Mary, the mother of Jesus.
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.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
6 pm: Butterflies Flying in Formation
We will talk about persuading presentations.
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
10 pm: The Chat Cafe
The Chat Café Baristas can serve you up an imaginary cuppa whatever you like. There is a question of the day and then we proceed down whatever rabbit whole strikes our fancy.
Sponsored by VIP Coaching in the Dark
Wednesday, July 22
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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: 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.
Join The Spousal Los Mailing List.
3 pm: Navigation Tactics
Let’s explore different ways we navigate daily life as people who are blind or visually impaired. One or two questions will be posed to spark conversation. Come ready to share, staying concise so everyone has a chance to participate.
This event may be up to 0.5 hours.
5 pm: Better Living Better Life
This week will be discussing how to pace yourself during the convention whether it it's in person or virtual.
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.
Subscribe to the ACB Community Spanish List
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.
Subscribe to the Sharing and Caring Support Group
Thursday, July 23
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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
On this Braille fun day, Terri Nettles will talk about braille games.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
Contact the Facilitator
Access Archives of the call
Join the Mailing List
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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.
Subscribe to the ACB Community Spanish List
6 pm: Christian Book Chat
We will discuss chapter eight in the "Rescue Story" by Zach Williams.
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: Thursday Night Cap
By popular demand, it is now all breakouts all the time on Thursday Nightcap! Here is another opportunity to get to know your fellow community members in small groups.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
Friday, July 24
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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.
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.
5 pm: In Perspective
Featuring Former New York Congressman John Leboutillier.
Sponsored by Branco Events
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
7 pm: Tarot Tutorial
Come learn about tarot. Let's learn about the art and symbols in the cards, and how they can help you focus on your goals.
9 pm: Unspoken Truth: Dating, Dining, & Dialogue!
Whether it's a date day, date night, staycation. vacation or weekend getaway planning the perfect outing is important.. Where are you sharing space and time enjoying one another. Join the conversation and give us some ideas to stay engaged and connected on your journey to build memories with that special someone.
Saturday, July 25
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
1 pm: Community Hospitality
Need a place to recharge between convention sessions? Pull up a chair and join your Community friends! Share your favorite convention moments, exchange recommendations, reconnect with familiar voices, and enjoy the conversations that make convention week even more memorable.
6 pm: Community Hospitality
Let's get ready together for the opening session in St. Louis! Share your favorite convention sessions so far, exchange recommendations, reconnect with familiar voices, and enjoy the conversations that make convention even more memorable.
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