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."
10 am: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner
Get ready for another cooking adventure. This time: Honey Barbecue Wings (courtesy of the new Cookie App). If cooking along, you will need the following: 18 chicken wings, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon sugar, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon cayenne, cooking spray, 1 cup barbecue sauce, (preferably Hickory Smoke Flavor), ½ cup honey, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 2 tablespoons hot sauce, 4 tablespoons butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, Cookie Sheet Cooking Spray, Paper Towels, Oven, and Saucepan. I will also showcase a brand new AI Recipe App called Cookie and we will see how it guides us in the process.
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 – Pop Culture Obsessed
Grab your beverage of choice and join the mingle! Prepare to discuss all your favorite things. All things: books, movies, music and more!
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: Games to Play with Lady A
Lucy loves to play games, so come in and find out about new games to play with your Lady A device.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
3 pm: ACB Crafters Crochet
Join us to learn the basics and simple projects we work on together.
This event may be up to 2 hours.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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
5 pm: All Paws on Deck
Wipe those back paws and raise one front paw and join the discussion about Guide Dogs or any and every pet you have ever had.
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: California Diabetics in Action
Join us as we share about all things Diabetes. We bring topics of interest for discussion, and ask for participants to share their questions, comments, and peer expertise. This is a call for peer support because we know we are walking on this journey together.
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 California Diabetics in Action.
6 pm: Cats, Cats Everywhere
We will read and discuss “Survivor of the Fritters” by Bolton.
7 pm: Tuesday Topics
Meet three women who have recently joined the American Council of the Blind: Caitlin Lee works to secure funding so ACB can carry out its mission and pursue opportunities beyond the current budget. Dianna Leonard is the new lead for audio description efforts, and Grace Hart works across the advocacy department, alongside accessibility expert Kolby Garrison, and with the legal team.
This event may be up to 2 hours.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 1."
8 pm: In the Kitchen
Spice up your evening with a fiesta frenzy as we whip up savory beef enchiladas, zesty Mexican rice, and a refreshing fruity spring dessert! Grab your ingredients from the ACB Cooks email and join the fun in this delicious, flavor-packed adventure.
Join the ACB Cooks Mailing List
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
9 pm: The She Shed
A place for the discussion of fun and lively topics by women for women.
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.
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