Teleconference
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
11 am: ASK Bits
Join us to explore today’s tech across Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac, along with screen readers, magnification software 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
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 6."
11 am: Monthly Review Better Living Better Life
If you're the person who wants to come to the call during the week or have missed the call for whatever reason. This is the time for you to come and hear and discuss what was talked about in the previous calls.
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: 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
Lets discuss games you played as a child!
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
12 pm: SHAMROCK Granny Square
In this class we will be making a clover that is made into a granny square. The stem is loose for a while. You will also need to know how to work in the front loops of stitches and the back loops of stitches. If we get done early I may have another small project to work on.
This event may be up to 2 hours.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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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 sharing his personal story about his involvement into emergency preparedness. He will also share some exciting news about advocacy he is doing to ensure those of us with disabilities are considered by emergency planners in his area.
Sponsored by Demand Our Access
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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!
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Favorite Braille Hacks
Join us to share your favorite braille hacks, from reading faster to organizing materials and adapting tools to fit your needs. Whether you are new to braille or have years of experience, this session is all about what actually works in real life.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
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 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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 4."