Teleconference
All times are listed 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: BITS Presents: The Mentoring Hour
BITS Presents the Mentoring Hour.; Where Your Access Technology Questions Find Answers. This call is designed specifically to help people who are blind or with low vision navigate the fast-changing world of technology. We cover it all: Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac platforms; along with screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and Narrator, as well as other assistive technology tools. Bring your questions, and get answers from the BITS team of tech specialist.
Sponsored by BITS
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
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
Matching clothes
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."
12 pm: Crocheted Baby Dress
In this class we will start the majority of a baby dress that could be made in several sizes just by changing the hook size.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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: BITS VS Code Mastery Workshop
Welcome to the BITS VS Code Mastery Workshop! In this 4 hour session, we’ll guide you from installation to advanced features, including Markdown, Copilot, and project-based learning. Whether you’re new to coding or looking to boost your efficiency, this hands-on event is for you! VS Code is not just meant for developers. We show you how you can use a versatile editor with tremendous accessibility and customization options that set you on a path for improved productivity. Join us for a fun filled and engaging learning opportunity from the BITS family.
Sponsored by Blind Information Technology Specialists
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 6."
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: Demand Our Access
Jonathan will begin discussing the Fair Housing Act.
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
Join Bel for games, casual chat, and most importantly, lots of laughs. Come spend part of your Saturday with us!
5 pm: ACBDA: Friends Supporting Friends with Diabetes
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 – Drawings
Join us to create Braille drawings for the back to school season. We will make an apple for the teacher and more! Bring your Perkins Braille or a slate and stylus and 8.5 X 11 paper to draw along with us.
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.
Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 4."