All times listed are in Eastern.
Sunday, October 6, 2024
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.
12 pm: Spiritual Sanctuary
Come one, come all to a place where we can relax and discuss all things spiritual with an open mind and acceptance. All faiths are welcome.
1 pm: Sunday Edition - Hot Topics
This week, Anthony welcomes panelists and audience to round table some hot topics. The three hot topics to begin the show will be: Auctions, Popcorn fundraisers, Have we exhausted these forms of raising funds?? What out of the box ideas can we come up with? Guide Dog Rally and denials, Is it time for the community and membership to engage our leadership to take more aggressive stands with rideshare companies? As we wait for news of conventions after Dallas, What cities should ACB Be considering, what red flags and/or non negotiable should help form the criteria? Bring your Hot Topics and share with the Sunday Edition Hot Topics Table.
2 pm: Celebrating the Fall Harvest with Braille Drawings
Join in to draw apples, pumpkins, acorns, leaves, and other fall symbols. Braille contractions will be explained.
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 C.S. Lewis and the virtue of faith.
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: A Sunday Chat
This time, we will discuss how Uber and Lyft treat you as a blind person.
8 pm: WCB Auction
The Washington Council of the Blind is holding their annual auction and you are invited to show your support by participating in the lively bidding frenzy. Please only bid in amounts you can afford, be prepared to pay for your items the following day, and only unmute yourself in Zoom when actively bidding. If not a member of WCB and wishing to bid, please email [email protected] with your name, email, and phone.
Monday, October 7
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 Sorrowful Mysteries with Mary Haupt and her prayer partners.
2 pm: JC's Community Corner- Open Forum
Join JC and your community friends as we share whatever is on your mind. it's an open forum, so anything goes!
3 pm: all about astrology
Calling all astrology enthusiasts! Let's talk all things astrology. compare signs, share your sign and share your thoughts. Do you think the personality traits of your sign fit your description? Let's discuss and have fun.
3 pm: The Jewish Hour
This time, we will be talking about our third anniversary in the ACB community.
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4 pm: Deciphering Dots
Join us to decipher Fox at Night by Corey Tabor, available on BARD (BR24104). 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 Bel 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!
7:30 pm: It's Electric Plus
We will discuss Electric kitchen appliances, large or small plus gadgets, tips and more for tasty, easy food prep!
8 pm: CCLVI Friends and Family
Feel free to invite your colleagues, friends, and family members to join us this evening as we share our experiences along our low vision journey. So often, these people want to help or draw inaccurate conclusions purely because they have not been comfortable asking us for advice. No subject is off limits, and we can all learn from one another.
Sponsored by Council of Citizens with low vision International
8 pm: Office Space
Explore your Windows computer with Tyson Ernst, Access Technology educator for the Washington Dept of services for the blind, and learn the ins and outs of your PC. Topics covered will include: the Windows desktop environment, File explorer, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point from a screen reader perspective. Each session will build upon the previous one working towards competent and confident use of the Office productivity applications. All skill levels welcome. Come prepared to take notes to get the maximum benefit.
Sponsored by ViperTech Training
9 pm: Book Chat
We are reading, My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor
Book number db76059The story of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
9 pm: Harambee
Join members of the African American community as we take a deeper dive into our culture, our strength and our hopes. Exploration of the unique challenges that we face as we live with vision loss.
Sponsored by Harambee Alliance of the Blind
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, October 8
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
This time: Chicken Puff Pastry’s presented by Heidi. If cooking along, you will need the following: 4 chicken tenderloins 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper flour, to taste, for dusting a work surface 1/2 (17.3-ounce, 2-count) package frozen puff pastry, thawed, remaining puff pastry reserved for another use 1/2 cup spreadable spinach and artichoke cream cheese 4 slices Muenster cheese, halved 1 egg 1 tablespoon water
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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 the 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
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: Unmute Presents
The Unmute Presents team is ready to resolve your tech queries or guide you to find answers yourself, across Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Sponsored by Unmute Presents
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.
3 pm: ACB Crafters Crochet
Whether you are new or an advanced crocheter, join us as we share with and learn from each other while working on a fun project together.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible.
3 pm: Homophones With Mary Haupt
Join Mary Haupt to learn the difference between words such as "B O A R D E R" and "B O R D E R"; "C O R D," "C O R E D," and "C H O R D."
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
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.
5 pm: All Paws on Deck
Danette and Sue Ellen want to hear all those cute or silly stories your Guide dog or pet does. Help us make Mr. Mayor and Ms. Twig happy campers.
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: California Council of the Blind Diabetics in Action
Please come and join the California Diabetics In Action, CCB every second Tuesday of each month 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. Sponsored by California Diabetics in Action.
7 pm: Tuesday Topics - What is the Message We Would Like to Share With Society About People Who Are Blind?
In October of each year proclamations proliferate from Mayors and governors and even from the White House. This week, we will discuss what kinds of messages we would like to have shared in those proclamations.
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 attendees. With the release of macOS Sequoia on September 16, it is time for us to look at what’s new for VoiceOver users in the new macOS.
9 pm: Community Friends
Are you making new friends within the ACB Community?
Whether you call them besties or just making new friends. Let's talk about our ACB Community Friends.
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.
9 pm: Conversational French
Join Kathy to learn conversational French.
10 pm: The Chat Cafe
Fall is officially here. Come be part of the mischief and mayhem we can get up to here at the cafe.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Wednesday, October 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: 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
Jim Turri will be our guest and will inform us of internet radio services.
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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.
Brought to you by the ACB Get Up and Get Moving Campaign
4 pm: Living With No Vision
Whether you are new to living with no vision, or had no vision all of your life, Join the Concerns of Citizens who are totally blind 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.
Join our email list: [email protected]
4 pm: Tyane Talks With Lady A
Have questions about your Lady A device? Come ask Tyanne and she’ll do her best to help you with the answers.
Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center.
5 pm: Healthy Living Support Group
This week we will discuss two topics: how to implement the plate method into your daily life. Also talk about the differences between zero sugar and diet drinks.
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 reprise
We will be discussing and learning about weather. this call will be on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. This time we will begin talking about our atmosphere.
7 pm: Recipe Swap - It's Apple Time!
No, we’re not talking about the iPhone kind we’re talking about the ones you eat! They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away and now that we are over 100 episodes, we definitely need to keep the doctor away! Come share your favorite apple recipe or just stop by and 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: Hispanic Heritage: Bring Your Ingredient - Mes de la Hispanidad: Trae Tu Ingrediente
ACB’s Hispanic Subcommittee invites you to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Are you Hispanic? Do you have a Hispanic friend or family member? Have you visited a Hispanic destination? Do you know any Spanish words? Do you have a favorite Hispanic dish? If so, join us and bring your Hispanic ingredient.
Let’s discover the Hispanic mix we have within ACB.
This call will be bilingual with live informal interpretation by Members of ACB’s Hispanic Subcommittee.
El Comité Hispano de ACB te invita a celabrar el Mes de la Hispanidad!
Eres una persona hispana? Tienes alguna amistad o familiar de orígen hispano?
Has visitado algún destino hispano? Sabes alguna palabra en español? Tienes algun platillo hispano predilecto? Si és así, ven y trae tu ingrediente hispano.
Descrubamos la mezcla hispana que temenos en ACB.
Esta llamada será bilingue con interpretación informal en vivo, cortesía de los Miemberos del Comité Hispano de ACB.
Sponsored by ACB's Hispanic Subcommittee
8 pm: Living Better With Diabetes
Paul Lewis, Melissa Tuff and Sugar Lopez will discuss kidney and pancreas transplants
8:30 pm: Meditation Celebration
Join for a special half hour together including a 20-minute meditation.
9 pm: Abbie's Alcove
Join us to discuss starting school, Halloween, raking leaves, and other fall activities.
9 pm: Awakening Through Vedic Wisdom
This time, our sadhana will be a japa (mantra chanting) practice, we will complete our exploration of the spiritual significance of Navratri, and, time permitting, we will then continue exploring Chapter 6 of Sovereign Self by Acharya Shunya.
(available via Kindle and Audible).
Thursday, October 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.
11 am: Throwback Thursday
This call is an opportunity for us to discuss and enjoy stories from our past.
12 pm: I Love Braille
Participants will ask and answer braille related questions in this interactive session.
Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
1 pm: The Crafting Workshop
Join Tyanne and Desiree with guest teacher Vikie for learning and practicing Needle tatting
For the details about topics and supplies go to HullFLC.org/crafting
Sponsored by The Hull foundation and Learning center
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 The 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
6 pm: Christian Book Chat
We will be reading chapter four in The Secret of Happiness Jesus Teaching On Happiness as Expressed in the Beatitudes db08057 by Billy Graham.
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: Table Talk Thursday - Using Key Strokes and Your Mouse with Office 365
If you are hesitant to learn the basics of magnifier or narrator in ways that best suit your needs, come join us for a great learning experience to get you started.
Sponsored by Council of Citizens With Low Vision International
8:30 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 recordings or just something touches us. On Behind the Music Anthony Corona and Tim Cumings host with the most and curate nights of fun, story and song!! If your not a Karaoke junkie like us but you have a performance to share… bring. Spoken word and original music is welcome also. Please send your submissions to be included in the set list by 4pm Thursday using the email; [email protected] Put behind the music in the subject line.
9 pm: Berl Colley Leadership Training
Topic to be announced.
Sponsored by Berl Colley Leadership Training committee
9 pm: Grade 3 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: Thursday Nightcap
Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation, what we talk about is anyone’s guess!
10 pm: Tina's Trivia Night
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, October 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.
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 uses gentle breathing practices, movements, and postures 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 modify the movements based on your range of motion and energy level that day. The whole practice can be done while sitting in a chair, but will be an option to stand for part of the practice if you so choose. 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: Community Couch - Accessible Voting
This time, we will talk all things accessible voting.
4 pm: Blindness and More
This Time ACB Director of Advocacy Claire Stanley will tell her life story and what makes Claire tick. Here about how to Advocate with multiple disabilities.
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 serving in a professional capacity; and does not purport to provide mental health services.
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5 pm: In Perspective
Featuring Dave Wilkinson: Failure's fruits"
Sponsored by Branco Events
6 pm: A Blind View
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!
7 pm: VisAbilities - Trivia Night
We all need some fun occasionally on Zoom, and this is one of those occasions. Join us for our semi-annual Baby Boomer and Mash Trivia night. It is always a great time. So brush up on your long-term memory and join in the fun!
Sponsored by VISAbilities.
7:30 pm Reflective Conversations
On the 2nd Friday of every month, join Annie for a relaxing hour of enlightening conversations, deep reflections, and perhaps trips down Memory Lane. We never know where the conversation may lead!
8 pm: FIA Authors collective
Session Three with Author Mark Carlson.
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, October 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.
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: Handy Around the House
Need a few tips on installing a smoke detector, fixing an electrical outlet, dealing with that pesky squeaky door or other things around the house? This call’s for you. Join me and other handy folks from around the ACB Community and we’ll share tips and tricks for tackling those DIY projects. Being able to do some basic repairs yourself saves you time and money, plus it’s a great feeling to say, I did it myself. Let’s talk home repair each month in the community. Those leaky pipes, sticky doors and loose screws are no match for us!
1 pm: Doing Braille Digitally. All about digital braille and braille displays.
This week, we will be discussing and demonstrating the new Braille screen input enhancements available in IOS 18, as well as discussing what's new in Braille that would be of interest to those attending.
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: Let's Talk Music
Discuss all things relating to music. Favorite genres, artists, songs, musical instruments, and more.
3 pm: Basics with BITS
Join BITS, as we get down to basics, and provide a gentle helping hand to assist you in becoming more confident when using your technology.
This time, we begin our 2 part look at NVDA with Joel Dotson. We will look at how to download and install the program. Then, we will go over some basic settings to help you get started. And lastly, we will look at the online Help, and where to get more Help.
Sponsored by Blind Information Technology Specialists
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!
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: Weekend braille together - Type Form Indicators
Join us to explore typeform indicators in UEB. We will discuss how to indicate in braille that words are bold, italicized, or underlined.
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8 pm: Community Karaoke
Meka and Cindy invite you for another Saturday 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.