All times listed are in Eastern.
ACB Weekly Schedule: March 22 – March 28, 2026
Sunday, March 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.
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11 am: The Breakfast Bunch - What Got You to Join ACB Community?
What was going on with you at the time you decided to become a part of the ACB Community? This week will be a chance for you to join us and tell us all about it!
1 pm: GRATEFUL GATHERING - the Radical Act of Sacred Rest
Join Coach Kaila to transition from “lopsided living” into a rhythmic state of presence through somatic inquiry, shared narrative, and deep reflection.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by Creative guidance LLC
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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.
3 pm: Monthly Crafter-noon
Join Holly each month for a social crafting hour. Bring whatever project you're working on and enjoy conversation and camaraderie with fellow crafters.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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4 pm: ST. Lucy's Guide
We will be discussing Exodus chapter 18.
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: Sunday Night Shellin'
Join Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little fun.
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9 pm: ACB Membership Focus Call
Our next ACB Membership focus call is on : “Why affiliates should consider adding special interest chapters”. We have the following speakers committed thus far: Tim Breitenfeldt, President of Next Gen from WA; Judy August President, Guide Dog Users of FL; and Christy Crespin, VP for California’s Alliance on Aging & Vision Loss. We’ll hear the benefits of having a state chapter of a special interest affiliate.
Sponsored by ACB Membership committee
For the hand-out, email abazyn@bazyncommunications.com
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9 pm: Sunshiny Moments: Celebrate ACB Community, Part 2
Share ACB Community sunshiny moments that made you smile. How are you sharing ACB Community with others?
Monday, March 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.
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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 - Stations of the Cross
Each Monday during Lent, we'll pray the Stations of the Cross.
12 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.
2 pm: AAVL Presents - ACB Media and the ACB Community
How did ACB Media and the ACB Community get started?
Sponsored by alliance on Aging and Vision loss
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2 pm: JC's Community Corner – ACB Community Celebration Recap
Join JC and your Community friends as we look back on six amazing years of the ACB Community. We'll revisit favorite moments, share memories, and hear what topics meant the most to you over the years. Come celebrate with us, and as always, keep it safe, respectful, and welcoming.
3 pm: The Blind Spot
This call will discuss the various aspects of being blind or visually impaired. We will ask ice-breaker questions and spend 15 minutes on each topic to insure we can cover a variety of different topics.
3 pm: The Jewish Hour
News about the Jewish community.
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.
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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.
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: ACBDA Friends Supporting Friends
Grab your favorite snack and/or beverage and join us for an hour of all things diabetes. This is an open forum for sharing tips and tricks that may help one better manage one’s diabetes with vision loss! This is a peer to peer support group; any suggested changes should be discussed with your medical team.
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: LVA Monday Game Night
Sit back, relax and join us for a fun game night! You never know what game we will play but it is guaranteed to be fun! Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by Low Vision Alliance
8 pm: PCB Peer Engagement Presents
You are invited to join Pam Shaw and her team while we have a conversation discussing the intersection of blindness and low vision with mental health and wellness. You will leave with a better understanding of mental health and strategies to protect your well-being.
Sponsored by Pennsylvania Council of the Blind
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9 pm: Bookability
Join Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answer fun questions, give lots of book recommendations, and extend your book list to infinity and beyond.
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Tuesday, March 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: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner
Get ready for another cooking adventure.
This time: Potato Chowder with Cream Cheese and Bacon with Roasted Carrot and Avocado Salad presented by Mary-Ann.
If cooking along, you will need the following:
4 to 5 cups of water
8 cups of diced potatoes Yukon gold or red skinned about 4 pounds
2 envelopes Lipton Onion soup mix
2 8-ounce packages of cream cheese cut into small cubes
1 pound bacon cooked and crumbled or chopped
1 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 3 inch segments
2 garlic cloves chopped
1 shallot, sliced thin
1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tbsp dried
1/4 tsp ground coriander
Kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper
1-2 large avocado, peeled and cut into wedges
3 cups mixed baby greens
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
5 tbsp orange juice
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 to 2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup Feta cheese
2 tbsp toasted sunflower seeds
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Find the Cooking corner on Youtube
Find most of my recipes here
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11 am: Morning Mingle – Tips and Tricks
Grab your beverage of choice and join the mingle! Come share your unique feelings surrounding navigating blindness, and we will attempt to break down any barriers through the sharing of resources and strategies.
12 pm: Adventures with Vision Loss
Still have some remaining sight? Sometimes it’s stable and sometimes it’s not. Either way, Come join the conversation about ways to manage it, feel less frustrated and get empowered
Sponsored by VIP Coaching In The Dark
1 pm: Passport Renewal Listening Session
The State Department Passport Renewal Team wants to hear from you. Please bring any feedback or questions you have about the redesigned online passport renewal application.
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: Beyond the Basics Crochet
Join this class to learn more advanced, patterns and techniques for crocheting
This event may be up to 2 hours.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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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
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: Cats, Cats Everywhere
We will discuss a surprise cat book.
7 pm: Tuesday Topics
Is a blind person who only reads by listening fully literate or not? Is a person who listens actually reading? What role does braille play in determining whether an individual is literate? What about large print? If a person can only read at one hundred words a minute using either large print or Braille is he or she literate? Do we as people who are blind need to espouse a whole new definition of literacy to cover our situation?
This event may be up to 2 hours.
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8 pm: In the Kitchen.....
Do Nutrition Facts labels make your brain do somersaults every time you read them — like they’re written in secret food-science code rather than English? Think of a Nutrition Facts label as a tiny, talkative guide living on your food package that spills the beans on calories, nutrients, and even sneaky added sugars so you know what you're really eating. By checking the serving size, calories, and those % Daily Values, you can play grocery store detective and make choices that match your health vibe — whether you’re chasing more fiber or dodging too much sodium
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9 pm: AZCB Presents - Building a Resource Legacy with Kenneth Semien Sr.
Join ACB 2nd VP Kenneth Semien Sr. to learn strategies for building state resource networks. Discover actionable tips from his "Partners for Success" initiative to empower members and strengthen local advocacy.
Sponsored by Arizona Council Of The Blind
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. Spring has just sprung in the Northern hemisphere. What is the Vernal Equinox and how do they figure out what day Easter will be? 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, March 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.
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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 - Vocal Boundaries & the Scripting Lab
Need the right words? Join Coach Kaila to practice specific scripts and vocal tones for difficult conversations, ensuring you feel prepared and powerful when you speak.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by Creative Guidance LLC
Creative Journey Podcast
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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.
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 we will discuss: The 15 Healthy Breakfasts foods that keep you full and help with weight loss .
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
5 pm: Conversational Spanish
Are you interested in learning Spanish but don't know where to start? Have you studied Spanish in the past but don't remember it well? During this hour, we practice Spanish at an introductory level, and everyone is encouraged to participate.
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6 pm: Weather or Not
We are discussing more signs of spring and gardening.
7 pm: ACB Women in History
The ACB Women committee is pleased to present 2 women who have influenced the blind and low vision community for years. We are pleased to be hosting Carla Ruschival of KY and Sue Crawford of MD. Join us to learn ACB history from their prospective and get to know two fine ladies.
Sponsored by ACB Women Committee
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7 pm: Recipe Swap - It's Birthday Time!
Recipe Swap is turning six! Time for first grade and your favorite recipe to bring to a six-year-old birthday party! If you don’t have a recipe, just come and say happy birthday!
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7 pm: What’s New in Avoiding Scams?
The California Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss will feature MS. Mayra Williams, who teaches seniors how to avoid scams and who works in the insurance industry. She will provide practical information on the latest scams and how to avoid becoming a victim.
Sponsored by CAAVL
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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.
Thursday, March 26
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
Linda Pi will walk through some interesting braille drawings.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
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12 pm: The Feel and Forge Workbench
Today is the last day for the Feel and Forge Workbench. Come find out what is next with VIP Coaching in the Dark for crafting and similar activities.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
Sponsored by VIP Coaching in the Dark
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!
Sponsored by VIP Coaching In The Dark
5 pm: Beginning Spanish
If you have always wanted to learn Spanish but don't know where to start, this group is for you. We will start with easy phrases and sentences and try to make them as relevant and interesting as possible. We will include some pronunciation practice and perhaps other exercises. Come and enjoy learning this beautiful language, which has almost a half a billion native speakers!
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 book.
6 pm: Learning How to Use the DA2 Player
For this call, feel free to share how your experience was connecting the player to Wi-Fi. This way, I can answer any questions or concerns that you have about the process. Note: this is optional.
I want to make sure you feel comfortable with the process because it’s also used to log into Bard. Also learn about other options in the Wi-Fi menu.
Note: please bring something to take notes.
This event may be up to 1.5 hours.
7:30 pm: Employment QNA Corner
If you have questions about your job search or your employment issues come join us for some answers to your questions. We’re here to help.
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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: 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.
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Friday, March 27
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 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.
4 pm: A Blind View - Let’s Be Honest… We’ve All Done It
Join Bel for an engaging discussion on the phrase “playing the blind card” and what it really means within the blind and low vision community. Together, we’ll explore the balance between self-advocacy, independence, and real-life experiences in a world that isn’t always built with accessibility in mind.
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5 pm: In Perspective
Featuring John Gizzi, Newsmax columnist.
Sponsored by Branco Events
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7 pm: Visabilities - Bird-a-thon
Our annual birding session is tonight with famous blind birder, Jerry Berrier! He will tell us all about the Global Blind Bird-a-thon taking place in early May. And, of course he will have bird calls to identify. So join the fun!
Sponsored by VISAbilities
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8 pm: Author Collective
Writing about nature and outdoor themes.
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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9 pm: Unspoken Truth - Dating While Being Blind 2.0!
Join the discussion as we dive into the Foundation, Formalities and Fun of Dating in your 30's, 50's and beyond. Maintaining your identity, shared values and enjoying collective engagement while learning to still like the one you love.
Saturday, March 28
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: Old School Saturdays Lets Celebrate Community
Lets celebrate community! Come and join us.
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.
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
2 pm: Disability Reading Group
We meet monthly to talk about books that examine disability from personal, cultural, and political perspectives. In March we're discussing "Being Seen: One Deafblind Woman's Fight to End Ableism" by Elsa Sjunneson (DB105634). It's available on BARD and CELA.
Visit invisiblebooks.wordpress.com for more information about the group.
2 pm: Happy Easter Sign (Pony Beading)
In this class we will be making a happy easter sign that you could put on the door or a refrigerator. This is very customizable. I will not be including the bead counts for the borders. Choose your colors you would like.
This event may be up to 2 hours.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters
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4 pm: The Five W's 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.
6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Base Braille Ball
Let's play braille! Come sport your knowledge of braille in this baseball inspired game. Spectators and players are all welcome; and whether you are a beginner, an expert, or somewhere in between, there's a pitch for you!
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.
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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