All times listed are in Eastern.
Sunday, February 9
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.
11 am: The Breakfast Bunch
Join Tom and the gang for an hour of free-flowing conversation.
1 pm: Sunday Edition
Celebrating Love in All Its Forms. February is often painted in shades of romance, but love is so much more than roses and heart-shaped chocolates. We are embracing all love—the love we have for ourselves, the bonds we build in friendships and family (biological or chosen), and the connections that lift us up and remind us that we are valued, seen, and worthy. Pam Shaw and members of the ACB Mental Health Awareness Committee will join us as we dive into what healthy love truly feels like, how we nurture self-love, and why vulnerability is one of love’s greatest strengths. And in the spirit of connection, we’re introducing the Sunday Edition Hug Challenge!
2 pm: Crochet Any Size Skirt
In this class we will make a skirt that can be made for a baby up to an adult. You will need to know how to do the crinkle stitch. Please see the Weekly Bulletin for more information.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible
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. This event is open to anyone regardless of their denomination.
4 pm: St Lucy's Guide
We will be discussing disability in Greco-Roman antiquity.
5 pm: Let's Encourage Each Other with Scripture
Encourage with the word, scripture, and maybe a prayer.
6 pm: Braille Room
Join fellow braille learners and enthusiasts to study the code; practice skills; and troubleshoot problems in break out rooms.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
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7 pm: Sunday Night Shellin'
Join Cindy and Diane for a Sunday evening chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone that has physical buttons and speech. Cindy and Diane will discuss accessible features, answer questions and share their blindness bloopers.
9pm: ACB Radio Amateurs Monthly Meeting
If you are an active ham radio operator or interested, join ACB radio Amateurs for their January meeting.
9 pm: IVIE Entrepreneur Exchange - Reaching Customers
Super Bowl is the time for new ads. How does your business currently reach new customers? Join us and share.
Sponsored by Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs
Monday, February 10
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.
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 with Mary Haupt and her prayer partners.
2 pm: JC's Community Corner - Data Backup
Join JC and your community friends as we share different ways to keep our data backed up. Whether you have iCloud Drive, Google Drive, an external USB flash drive, or other means of keeping your data backed up at all times, we want to hear about it.
3 pm: All About Meta Glasses, Part 2
This is a continuation from last week’s call on this topic. So whether you have them or are thinking about getting them, we’ll talk all about the Meta Smart Glasses.
3 pm: The Jewish Hour
More about convention planning and a rabbi for our Jewish service.
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4 pm: Deciphering Dots
Join us to decipher Do You Like My Bike?? by Norm Feuti, available on BARD (BR24181. This book has the text in both uncontracted and contracted braille in one volume, so learners at all levels can enjoy it. We will first explore the layout of the book, and then put our skills to practice by taking turns reading lines.
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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 the ACB Get Up and Get moving Committee
5 pm: Sports Round Table
Join the Sports Spelunkers as we highlight the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) U.S. team sports.
6 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.
7 pm: Get the Scoop
Join Kaila and friends to tell the story behind your answer to the daily question. Choose one of the previous week's questions and give us the full scoop!
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.
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.
Join the announce-only BookAbility email list
10 pm: Serenity
Embrace acceptance, cultivate inner peace, and find balance within, regardless of external circumstances or challenges.
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.
Tuesday, February 11
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.
10 am: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner
Join Herbie for another cooking adventure. This time: Snicker Doodle Muffins presented by Heidi. If cooking along, you will need the following: cooking spray, 3/4 C. plus 2/3 C. sugar, 2 1/3 C. all-purpose flour, 1 Tbsp plus 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 1/2 sticks (12 Tbsp) unsalted butter (at room temp), 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 3 large eggs, 1 C. sour cream, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract.
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11 am: The Morning Mingle
Join Bel for some light-hearted conversation in a space where warmth and community spirit thrive.
11 am: Tuesday's Turning Pages Book Brunch
Dive into a unique literary experience every Tuesday morning at our ‘Tuesday’s Turning Pages Book Brunch.’ Delve into insightful discussions on financially based books and actively explore their suggestions as we read together. All featured books in our book brunch series are accessible in the NLS Catalog, free for blind individuals to sign up. Additionally, many titles are available in various formats on Amazon and other platforms.
Click here for information on topics and to get past recordings
Sponsored by Penny Forward
3 pm: ACB Crafter - Crochet
Join us for some projects we can work on together no matter your skill level, as well as sharing of resources, where we can have fun while learning from each other.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible
3 pm: Homophones With Mary Haupt
This week, learn about "S O M E" and "S U M"; "R E A L" and "R E E L."
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. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss.
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 paws and raise one high. Let's talk about Guide dogs or a family pet.
6 pm: Braille Room
Join fellow braille learners and enthusiasts to study the code; practice skills; and troubleshoot problems in break out rooms.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
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6 pm: Cats, Cats Everywhere
We will be discussing the book We will read, The Cat’s Meow, how cats evolved from the savannah to your sofa. Also Shannon will discuss cat care and other things.
6 pm: CCB 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.
7 pm: Tuesday Topics
This time we want to explore three holidays or, perhaps more accurately, two birthdays and a holiday. Abraham Lincoln and George Washington create Presidents' Day and on February 14 cupid appears for Valentine's day. We would love to hear about your most unusual cupid day or really any story you would care to tell about that holiday. Many people don't pay much attention to Presidents' Day. Should we care more? What qualities do we celebrate with both of the named chief executives?
8 pm: Mac Bytes With Brad Snyder
Are you an experienced Mac user, or just getting started on your Mac journey? Join us for Mac Bytes with Brad Snyder and his co-host, Sree Roy and Pete Lane. We will start off the hour with some Mac news and rumors. Then we will be treated to a Mac tech tidbit. We will round out the hour with questions from participants. This month, we will go back and take another look at managing email with mailboxes and rules in the Mac’s Mail app.
Sponsored by BITS
9 pm: Conversational French
Join Kathy to learn conversational French.
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
Now that it is truly winter. Pull up a chair, prop up your feet, sit by the fire, grab a mug of your favorite cold weather drink and let’s chat.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
Wednesday, February 12
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.
10 am: Motivation on Mute - Get Things Done Together!
We will (1)Mute for 20 minutes to tackle personal tasks. E.g.” clean, organize, write, exercise, etc. (2)Share our progress and wins. (3)Repeat 1 and 2. Start your day off with success.
Sponsored by Living Inspired Fully Everyday
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.
12 pm: Experience Inner Peace Through Yoga
Discover the changes within as we incorporate traditional breathing techniques, movements, and postures to find greater inner calm and balance.
1 pm: The Classical Music Place
Have you always loved classical music, and need a place to share that love? Are you relatively new to classical music, and wish to get more into it? Are you not sure just what to make of the term “classical music,” and wish to learn a bit more about it? If any of these apply to you, welcome in. This is not a lecture presentation, so participant give-and-take is welcome.
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2 pm: Creative Journey Book Club
Join Kaila as we continue Chapter 6 in 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do, DB121267.
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 Creative Guidance LLC.
Email Creative Journey group facilitator
2 pm: Widows and Widowers Support Group
A space for those who have experienced the life-altering loss of a spouse or significant other. Join for a time of sharing and connection for remembering our partners. Gain ideas on how to make living alone easier.
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.
3:30 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
4 pm: Lady A Talks with Tyanne
Join Tyane and learn how to put your Alexa through her paces. She can do far more than you probably realize.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
4 pm: Living with No Vision
Whether you are new to living with no vision, or had no vision all of your life, Join us as we talk about our challenges and experiences, sharing with those who understand.
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.
5 pm: Healthy Living Support Group
We will be discussing the different types of glucose sensors for diabetes, as well as other users. Also, if time allows, how to improve your goals.
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.
5 pm: Introductory 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.
Join our email list at [email protected], where we discuss issues with learning Spanish and exchange resources, such as books in accessible format. .
6 pm: Weather or Not
We will be discussing earthquakes.
7 pm: Recipe Swap - Rice, Any Way You Want It
We all know there are lots of ways to cook rice and lots of things to do with rice. This includes adding rice into a casserole, putting various things over rice, even making rice pudding! Come to recipe swap and share your favorite ways of cooking rice or things to do with rice. If you don’t have a recipe, just call in to say hi.
7 pm: Sharing and Caring Support Group For Care Givers
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.
8 pm: Living Better with Diabetes
Healthier Choices Relating to Valentines Day. Speaker: Carolyn Ramondo, RD, LDN, CDCES, CNSC will discuss pre-diabetes and prevention.
8 pm: Office Space
Welcome to Office Space! The place to learn about using your Windows PC with Tyson Ernst, access technology instructor for the state of Washington. Join a fun and interactive environment where you can ask questions and contribute your knowledge to the call. In this set of sessions, we will cover web browsing using Google Chrome, while briefly speaking about other browsers using the JAWS screen reader and the features it holds for surfing the web!
Sponsored by ViperTech Training
8:30 pm: Meditation Celebration
Join for a special half hour together including a 20-minute meditation.
9 pm: Abbie's Alcove
Please join us to share memories of Ground Hog and Valentine's Day and other topics.
9 pm: Awakening Through Vedic Wisdom
This time, our sadhana will be a witnessing meditation, and we will then continue exploring Chapter 8 of Sovereign Self by Acharya Shunya. (available via Kindle and Audible)
Thursday, February 13
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.
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
In this interactive session, participants will ask and answer braille-related questions.
Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
1 pm: Free to be Me Books and More
A place to enjoy conversation about books or whatever’s on your mind. Come as you are. Ready to have fun.
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1 pm: The Crafting Workshop
Join Tyanne and Desiree when they get into all kinds of crazy crafting projects. You never know what those two creative ladies will get up to.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
3 pm: Vispero - Use Windows Search with JAWS
We’ll show you how to use the Windows search feature with JAWS to quickly find apps, files, settings, and more. We’ll also navigate, explore, and pin apps to the Start Menu to make them easier to locate.
Sponsored by Vispero.
4 pm: Forgetfulness Tips and Tricks
Many of us struggle to recall names, places, dates, appointments and even why we entered a room. Come commiserate, share and learn strategies to experience less frustration and remain functioning no matter what life throws at us.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
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 Aerobic Instructor and Personal Trainer.
Sponsored by The ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee
5 pm: Essential Oils with Hayley
Let's get back to basics. Join Hayley as she gives an introduction to oils including what are they, how do we use them, and some important safety considerations.
6 pm: Christian Book Chat
We will read and discuss chapter 8 in The Preacher and the Presidents. This is about Dr. Billy Graham and President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
7 pm: Book Discussion, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store
Join us for a book conversation format that will allow for all who want to contribute thoughts and opinions to have plenty of opportunity to do so. And of course, even if you aren’t able to read the book and would still like to tune in, we welcome you as well. Here In this novel, The Heaven & Earth Grocery store, DB115655, James McBride shows his gift for writing about the complexity of human interactions through the creation of memorable characters and enthralling storytelling. Reading time: 12 hours, 24 minutes.
Sponsored by The Multi-Cultural Affairs Committee, The Jewish Hour, and Harambee Alliance of the Blind
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.
8 pm: Beginning Your Voiceover Voyage
Join Bel and Rick on this exciting journey to master essential VoiceOver gestures and more for your iPhone. This time: typing styles, editing text, and taking our first look at the Messages App.
8 pm: CCLVI Table Talk Thursday
A Special Valentine Eve - join us for some fun with Valentine Trivia, stories of first crushes and more.
Sponsored by Council of Citizens With Low Vision International
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.
9 pm: Leadership Institute - If You Fail to Plan
Is your affiliate in need of making some changes? Do you have new leadership in your affiliate? Join Donna Brown and Pam Shaw as they discuss with some affiliate leaders some new strategies they have put into place.
Sponsored by Berl Colley Leadership Institute
9 pm: Thursday Nightcap
Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.
10 pm: Trivia Night with Tina
Did you know games not only ignite the brain into thinking but they engage the people around you in friendly competition? When you couple that with a few laughs and new knowledge you have a winning combination. I hope you sit down and join us for, Tina's Trivia Night. Grab a favorite drink and a friend for a night of good times.
Sponsored by The Hull foundation and Learning center
Friday, February 14
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.
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 to Manage Stress
This yoga class co-ordinates small, gentle movements with the breath to promote a sense of well-being. The movements are selected to benefit guide dog handlers and white cane users, so we focus a lot on hips, back, shoulders, arms, and hands and other areas where we build up tension.
You will be encouraged to move within your current range of motion and energy level. The whole practice can be done while sitting in a chair. We will finish with a guided awareness relaxation. Everything will be described clearly, and you can ask questions. What you'll need for this class: a firm chair that won't slide around as you move; a folded blanket or a couple of folded bath towels, and a bed pillow or throe pillow. This class is taught by yoga teacher Robin Mandell.
2 pm: Pathways with Patty
Bridging the great chasm which separates the disAbled from the non-disAbled by finding the necessary tools and information building blocks. We’ve been discussing the lack of self-confidence. This week, we will explore ways of strengthening it.
Sponsored by Pattys Worlds
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3 pm: Learning Blind Tech With Desiree Renee
Desiree will finish her demonstration of creating metadata and share highlights from the Assistive Technology conference she recently attended.
5 pm: In Perspective
This week, a mystery guest.
Sponsored by Branco Events
6 pm: A Blind View - How We See Color
Join Bel for an opportunity to discuss a range of topics on how we relate to the world around us, blind and low vision alike. Remember, your view matters! This time, synesthesia, relating to colors.
7 pm: Behind the Music Your Song Your Story
So many of us love Karaoke and the fun, family feeling we get when we share our songs. Often there is a story behind why we choose the songs, funny or challenging, or just something touches us. Spoken word and original music is welcome also. Send your submissions to be included in the set list by 4pm Friday using the email [email protected]; put behind the music in the subject line and make sure your performance includes the Meta data or is a cappella or self performed.
7 pm VISAbilities - Get Up and Get Moving to DKM
Terry welcomes Leslie Spoone with updates from this active program's advocacy for all ages. We will also hear from the Durward K. McDaniel Fund First Timer and Chase Leadership Fellowship Programs. Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by VISAbilities.
8 pm: FIA Author Collective
Unique and quirky Love poems, let's hear them and have fun.
Sponsored by Friends in Art
9 pm: It's Play Time
Meka and Cindy welcome you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Saturday, February 15
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.
11 am: Community Unmuted
Answering Your Tech Questions!
Sponsored by Club Unmute
Access Unmute Presents Podcasts
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
Once again, discussing orientation and mobility.
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 be discussing our rights under Title II of the ADA. He is doing this again because it was the first topic covered in Demand Our Access.
Sponsored by Demand Our Access
3 pm: Personal Finance and Investing
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: Friends Supporting Friends with Diabetes
Grab your favorite snack and/or beverage and join ACB Diabetics in Action for an hour of all things diabetes-related discussion. This is an open chat forum and there will not be any specific topics or speakers.
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 ACB Diabetics In Action.
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.
6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Base Braille Ball
Let's play braille! Join us in Zoom Community Stadium to sport your knowledge of braille in this love-themed edition of our beloved team game! From braille beginners to experts, there's a pitch for everyone.
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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 [email protected] to be included in the weekly communication.