Calendar

Events in April 2018

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Apr 1
Apr 2(2 events)

9:30 am: Coffee Hour with Mike Cole


Apr 2

Join us for a weekly discussion group, "The Business of Blindness", with longtime LightHouse community member Mike Cole. This social hour for adults includes discussions ranging from politics to blindness history to current developments in the blindness community . Get ready to talk about anything and everything!

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

5:30 pm: Yoga


Apr 2

Our regular 75 minute Monday class, designated for all levels. $10 with instructor Meagan Lynch.

Read more.

Apr 3(2 events)

10:00 am: Unified English Braille Workshop


Apr 3

It’s been two years (2016) since the Unified English Braille (UEB) was implemented in United States. If you know Contracted English Braille and would like to fully adapt the changes made with UEB, come join us for three Tuesdays (March 20, 27 and April 3), from 10:00-noon at 1155 Market Street, San Francisco. The workshop training is free to persons 55 and older and $40 to persons under 55. After completing these three workshops, you will be able to:

  • Identify all the contraction codes eliminated in UEB
  • Know the words bridging across syllables in UEB
  • Know the use of spacing between words in UEB that were previously joined together
  • Identify UEB punctuation marks, typeform indicators, computer notations, and other symbols
  • UEB contraction booklets available to use in workshop (You may purchase these booklets for $10.)Space is limited to 12 students. To sign up for this UEB workshop, please contact: Divina Carlson at 415-694-7367 or email at dcarlson@lighthouse-sf.org

6:00 pm: Fitness Partner Meet and Greet


Apr 3

Are you looking to jumpstart a new physical activity? Join us in our first Fitness Partner Meet and Greet, here at LightHouse. Come ready to meet other people who are interested in similar activities as you. Running, biking, bowling, rock climbing, the possibilities are endless. Blind and low vision students will meet and connect with potential volunteer fitness partners.

If you would like to participate, please RSVP by Friday, 3/30 to Amber Sherrard, our Health & Wellness Coordinator, at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694 – 7353 or Allyson Ferrari, our Volunteer Engagement Specialist, at aferrari@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694 – 7320.

Apr 4(5 events)

10:00 am: Meditation


Apr 4

Join Jeffrey Schneider,  outreach and volunteer coordinator at the Zen Center, for a mid-morning meditation session. San Francisco Zen Center is a network of affiliated Sōtō Zen practice and retreat centers in the San Francisco Bay area.

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Chair Fitness Class


Apr 4

Chair Fitness is a low-impact exercise class that will leave you feeling energized, sculpted, toned, and closer to your goal of immaculate overall health.

For more information, contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

11:00 am: Qigong


Apr 4

What is Yuan Gong Qigong? Glad you asked.

Qigong Teacher Dale Mirmow welcomes all who are interested in learning Qigong, a self-healing and easy to learn practice that mainly works on the physical level of the body by opening the channels in the body, and promoting the flow of energy.

Learn and practice Qigong tools that can help you with the prevention of illness, improving one’s overall health and wellbeing, as well as having more energy, feeling calmer and being better equipped to deal with stress, anxiety and pain. Learn how easy it is to incorporate Qigong into your everyday life, and experience the difference Qigong can make. Qigong can be done sitting, standing, or moving. Instructor Dale Mirmow (Level 4 - Ren Xue of the Americas) has been teaching Qigong for over six years, loves teaching and her students. For more information, contact Evening & Weekend Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

1:00 pm: Nutrition 101: The Dirty Dozen


Apr 4

When to buy organic and when it's not necessary? Come to Nutrition 101 to find out. For more information, contact Health and Wellness Coordinator Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org

5:30 pm: Yoga


Apr 4

Our regular 75 minute Wednesday class, designated for all levels. $10 with instructor Kimm Ropicky.

Read more.

Apr 5(2 events)

(All day): 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

(All day)
Apr 5 Apr 7

The LightHouse co-hosts the 2018 American Foundation for the Blind Leadership Conference at the Oakland Marriott. More information at afb.org.

Read more: 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

10:00 am: Knitting


Apr 5

Every week, our knitters gather to share their purls of wisdom and get in the loop on each other’s latest project, and usually end up in stitches spinning yarns. Whether you knit for pleasure, distraction or just practical economics, or you’ve never done it before and want to give it a try, there’s always room for another loom. Learn, refine, or teach a skill that makes your gift-giving budget lighter weight or support a student-led altruistic project like knitting chemo caps, beanies for babies, lap blankets or other creative applications.

For more info, needle Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

Apr 6(1 event)

(All day): 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

(All day)
Apr 5 Apr 7

The LightHouse co-hosts the 2018 American Foundation for the Blind Leadership Conference at the Oakland Marriott. More information at afb.org.

Read more: 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

Apr 7(3 events)

(All day): 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

(All day)
Apr 5 Apr 7

The LightHouse co-hosts the 2018 American Foundation for the Blind Leadership Conference at the Oakland Marriott. More information at afb.org.

Read more: 2018 AFB Leadership Conference

10:00 am: Free Access Technology Training


Apr 7

Bring your own device to our Weekday Evening Access Technology Trainings!

A LightHouse Access Technology Trainer is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. for FREE 1-1.25 hour slots of training and support in VoiceOver (for iOS), speech programs including NVDA and Jaws, Braille Displays, Victor Reader Stream, and assistance with downloading and using apps like KNFBReader and Be My Eyes.

Our trainer can also assist you with downloading books from BARD, setting up a FaceBook profile or downloading music. Make an appointment in advance, as availability is on a first come first serve basis!

To sign up, please contact Shen Kuan at skuan@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7312.

3:00 pm: Superfest Showcase & Panel Discussion at SFPL (Closed Audio Description)


Apr 7

For the past five years, Superfest has played its entire festival with open audio description. We’ve come to understand that while this provides access for some, it is a barrier for others. We’re teaming up with audio description start-up Actiview to provide our first screening with closed audio description. Guests who would like to experience audio description need only bring a smart phone and headphones. We’ll have folks on hand to setup the rest.

Saturday, April 7, 3-5:30pm

Latino/Hispanic Community Room, Lower Level

San Francisco Public Main Library

Film Line-up: Chief, On Beat, Barber of Augusta, Rhizophora

A panel discussion with filmmakers/film subjects from and will follow the film screenings.

Apr 8
Apr 9(3 events)

9:30 am: Coffee Hour with Mike Cole


Apr 9

Join us for a weekly discussion group, "The Business of Blindness", with longtime LightHouse community member Mike Cole. This social hour for adults includes discussions ranging from politics to blindness history to current developments in the blindness community . Get ready to talk about anything and everything!

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

1:00 pm: Guest Speaker Series: Frank Welte, What is MADlab?


Apr 9

While the name may conjure images of burbling beakers and mad scientists in lab coats cackling maniacally at their latest creation, the LightHouse MADlab is something altogether entirely different.  So what is it? The Media and Accessible Design Laboratory (MADlab) makes a wide variety of material accessible to people who are blind or visually impaired. Producing materials in braille, large print, and audio formats, they also specialize in tactile graphic design and production with an emphasis on tactile maps. Accessible Media Specialist Frank Welte will join us to share a day in the life of the MADlab and get down to just exactly what kinds of genius they are generating. To RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

5:30 pm: Yoga


Apr 9

Our regular 75 minute Monday class, designated for all levels. $10 with instructor Meagan Lynch.

Read more.

Apr 10(1 event)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 10

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session, contact Shen Kuan at 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 11(5 events)

10:00 am: Meditation


Apr 11

Join Jeffrey Schneider,  outreach and volunteer coordinator at the Zen Center, for a mid-morning meditation session. San Francisco Zen Center is a network of affiliated Sōtō Zen practice and retreat centers in the San Francisco Bay area.

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Chair Fitness Class


Apr 11

Chair Fitness is a low-impact exercise class that will leave you feeling energized, sculpted, toned, and closer to your goal of immaculate overall health.

For more information, contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

11:00 am: Qigong


Apr 11

What is Yuan Gong Qigong? Glad you asked.

Qigong Teacher Dale Mirmow welcomes all who are interested in learning Qigong, a self-healing and easy to learn practice that mainly works on the physical level of the body by opening the channels in the body, and promoting the flow of energy.

Learn and practice Qigong tools that can help you with the prevention of illness, improving one’s overall health and wellbeing, as well as having more energy, feeling calmer and being better equipped to deal with stress, anxiety and pain. Learn how easy it is to incorporate Qigong into your everyday life, and experience the difference Qigong can make. Qigong can be done sitting, standing, or moving. Instructor Dale Mirmow (Level 4 - Ren Xue of the Americas) has been teaching Qigong for over six years, loves teaching and her students. For more information, contact Evening & Weekend Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

1:00 pm: Nutrition 101: A Guide to Gut Health


Apr 11

Learn the secrets of a healthy gut and how to decrease stomach bloating and discomfort. For more information, contact Health and Wellness Coordinator Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org

 

5:30 pm: Yoga


Apr 11

Our regular 75 minute Wednesday class, designated for all levels. $10 with instructor Kimm Ropicky.

Read more.

Apr 12(2 events)

10:00 am: Knitting


Apr 12

Every week, our knitters gather to share their purls of wisdom and get in the loop on each other’s latest project, and usually end up in stitches spinning yarns. Whether you knit for pleasure, distraction or just practical economics, or you’ve never done it before and want to give it a try, there’s always room for another loom. Learn, refine, or teach a skill that makes your gift-giving budget lighter weight or support a student-led altruistic project like knitting chemo caps, beanies for babies, lap blankets or other creative applications.

For more info, needle Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Hats Off to Loom Knitting


Apr 12

Have you ever wanted to knit that newborn baby in your life a cute and cuddly hat? Or, do you find yourself wishing that you could whip up a nifty warm cap for your cold head?

Wish no more and come join crafter Lisamaria Martinez on Thursday, April 12 and 19 for some loopy loom fun.

This class will be taught over two separate sessions. In the first session, you will learn how to cast on, e-wrap, and make a brim on your hat. In the second session, you will complete the hat and learn how to bind off.

This class is geared to anyone who would like to spend a few hours learning how to loom knit a hat of any size from any type of loom. You don’t need any particular skill except the willingness to learn, be patient, and have fun!

Supplies needed:
• A loom with 24, 36, or 41 pegs. You choose how adventurous to be.
• A looming tool (usually included with a loom)
• A tapestry needle
• One skein of yarn of your choosing (preferably 4 ply or thicker)

Please purchase the yarn, loom and accessories on your own. LightHouse will have limited supplies for sale.

 

Apr 13(2 events)

(All day): Opening: MAD Lab at the Smithsonian

(All day)
Apr 13

On April 13, "'The Senses: Design Beyond Vision" opens at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Museum of Design in New York City. Featuring everything from tactile maps to braille blueprints, the exhibit will showcase the groundbreaking work that LightHouse does to ensure access to information of all types for the blindness community. More info at cooperhewitt.org.

Read more: Opening: MAD Lab at the Smithsonian

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 13

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session of classes, contact Shen Kuan 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 14(1 event)

10:00 am: Free Access Technology Training


Apr 14

Bring your own device to our Weekday Evening Access Technology Trainings!

A LightHouse Access Technology Trainer is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. for FREE 1-1.25 hour slots of training and support in VoiceOver (for iOS), speech programs including NVDA and Jaws, Braille Displays, Victor Reader Stream, and assistance with downloading and using apps like KNFBReader and Be My Eyes.

Our trainer can also assist you with downloading books from BARD, setting up a FaceBook profile or downloading music. Make an appointment in advance, as availability is on a first come first serve basis!

To sign up, please contact Shen Kuan at skuan@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7312.

Apr 15
Apr 16(2 events)

9:30 am: Coffee Hour with Mike Cole


Apr 16

Join us for a weekly discussion group, "The Business of Blindness", with longtime LightHouse community member Mike Cole. This social hour for adults includes discussions ranging from politics to blindness history to current developments in the blindness community . Get ready to talk about anything and everything!

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

1:00 pm: Guest Speaker Series: Fire & Life Safety Training


Apr 16

The San Francisco Fire Department wants to empower you to make your environment a safer place to live and work. How can you reduce the risk of fire and take steps to preserve life and property? Join Fire Inspectors Tomie Kato and Fernando Juarez to learn about escape planning, the main causes of fires, what to do if you are trapped in a fire, fire extinguishers, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, general disaster preparedness, and a mock fire extinguisher to get your hands on. Note that this occurrence of the Guest Speaker Series will run a half hour longer than the usual 1-hour format; to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

Apr 17(1 event)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 17

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session, contact Shen Kuan at 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 18(4 events)

10:00 am: Meditation


Apr 18

Join Jeffrey Schneider,  outreach and volunteer coordinator at the Zen Center, for a mid-morning meditation session. San Francisco Zen Center is a network of affiliated Sōtō Zen practice and retreat centers in the San Francisco Bay area.

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Chair Fitness Class


Apr 18

Chair Fitness is a low-impact exercise class that will leave you feeling energized, sculpted, toned, and closer to your goal of immaculate overall health.

For more information, contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

11:00 am: Qigong


Apr 18

What is Yuan Gong Qigong? Glad you asked.

Qigong Teacher Dale Mirmow welcomes all who are interested in learning Qigong, a self-healing and easy to learn practice that mainly works on the physical level of the body by opening the channels in the body, and promoting the flow of energy.

Learn and practice Qigong tools that can help you with the prevention of illness, improving one’s overall health and wellbeing, as well as having more energy, feeling calmer and being better equipped to deal with stress, anxiety and pain. Learn how easy it is to incorporate Qigong into your everyday life, and experience the difference Qigong can make. Qigong can be done sitting, standing, or moving. Instructor Dale Mirmow (Level 4 - Ren Xue of the Americas) has been teaching Qigong for over six years, loves teaching and her students. For more information, contact Evening & Weekend Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

1:00 pm: Nutrition 101: Eating for a Healthy Planet


Apr 18

Let’s celebrate Earth Day and learn how to eat in a way that supports our planet. For more information, contact Health and Wellness Coordinator Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org
Apr 19(4 events)

(All day): Untitled Event

(All day)
Apr 19

10:00 am: Knitting


Apr 19

Every week, our knitters gather to share their purls of wisdom and get in the loop on each other’s latest project, and usually end up in stitches spinning yarns. Whether you knit for pleasure, distraction or just practical economics, or you’ve never done it before and want to give it a try, there’s always room for another loom. Learn, refine, or teach a skill that makes your gift-giving budget lighter weight or support a student-led altruistic project like knitting chemo caps, beanies for babies, lap blankets or other creative applications.

For more info, needle Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Hats Off to Loom Knitting


Apr 19

Have you ever wanted to knit that newborn baby in your life a cute and cuddly hat? Or, do you find yourself wishing that you could whip up a nifty warm cap for your cold head?

Wish no more and come join crafter Lisamaria Martinez on Thursday, April 12 and 19 for some loopy loom fun.

This class will be taught over two separate sessions. In the first session, you will learn how to cast on, e-wrap, and make a brim on your hat. In the second session, you will complete the hat and learn how to bind off.

This class is geared to anyone who would like to spend a few hours learning how to loom knit a hat of any size from any type of loom. You don’t need any particular skill except the willingness to learn, be patient, and have fun!

Supplies needed:
• A loom with 24, 36, or 41 pegs. You choose how adventurous to be.
• A looming tool (usually included with a loom)
• A tapestry needle
• One skein of yarn of your choosing (preferably 4 ply or thicker)

Please purchase the yarn, loom and accessories on your own. LightHouse will have limited supplies for sale.

 

6:00 pm: Blind Professionals Meet-Up: 30% and Growing, San Francisco


Apr 19

Lalita’s Thai Restaurant & Bar

96 McAllister St., San Francisco (on the north side of UN Plaza)

Satisfy your craving for delicious little fried things or order up a delicious entrée to compliment the happy hour specials that run until 7. You can even spend a little quality time with your favorite LightHouse community worker bees in the process, it’s a win-win! It’s a casual meet up with your blind working friends, it’s a networking opportunity for aspiring blind worker bees-to-be, and it’s everything in between. RSVPs greatly appreciated to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

 

Satisfy your craving for delicious little fried things or order up a delicious entrée to compliment the happy hour specials that run until 7. You can even spend a little quality time with your favorite LightHouse community worker bees in the process, it’s a win-win! It’s a casual meet up with your blind working friends, it’s a networking opportunity for aspiring blind worker bees-to-be, and it’s everything in between. RSVPs greatly appreciated to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

 

Apr 20(2 events)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 20

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session of classes, contact Shen Kuan 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

4:00 pm: Dinner and Bingo


Apr 20

Dinner and Bingo

Enjoy a community dinner and lots of rollicking bingo fun on the third Friday of each month at the LightHouse. RSVP by noon on the Tuesday prior and $7 covers your dinner (RSVP later or not at all and your dinner is $10). Braille and large print bingo cards make bingo accessible for everyone.   Bring a handful or two of coins for small-change competitiveness … we play a couple of nickel games, several dimes games, and after dessert, one quarter gets you three games – good company – good food – good fun! To RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

Apr 21(2 events)

(All day): Cycle for Sight 2018

(All day)
Apr 21

Join the Napa Rotary Club for its annual fundraiser to benefit Enchanted Hills Camp and The Pathway Home in Napa.

Read more: Cycle for Sight 2018

10:00 am: Free Access Technology Training


Apr 21

Bring your own device to our Weekday Evening Access Technology Trainings!

A LightHouse Access Technology Trainer is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. for FREE 1-1.25 hour slots of training and support in VoiceOver (for iOS), speech programs including NVDA and Jaws, Braille Displays, Victor Reader Stream, and assistance with downloading and using apps like KNFBReader and Be My Eyes.

Our trainer can also assist you with downloading books from BARD, setting up a FaceBook profile or downloading music. Make an appointment in advance, as availability is on a first come first serve basis!

To sign up, please contact Shen Kuan at skuan@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7312.

Apr 22
Apr 23(1 event)

9:30 am: Coffee Hour with Mike Cole


Apr 23

Join us for a weekly discussion group, "The Business of Blindness", with longtime LightHouse community member Mike Cole. This social hour for adults includes discussions ranging from politics to blindness history to current developments in the blindness community . Get ready to talk about anything and everything!

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

Apr 24(1 event)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 24

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session, contact Shen Kuan at 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 25(5 events)

10:00 am: Meditation


Apr 25

Join Jeffrey Schneider,  outreach and volunteer coordinator at the Zen Center, for a mid-morning meditation session. San Francisco Zen Center is a network of affiliated Sōtō Zen practice and retreat centers in the San Francisco Bay area.

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Chair Fitness Class


Apr 25

Chair Fitness is a low-impact exercise class that will leave you feeling energized, sculpted, toned, and closer to your goal of immaculate overall health.

For more information, contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

11:00 am: Qigong


Apr 25

What is Yuan Gong Qigong? Glad you asked.

Qigong Teacher Dale Mirmow welcomes all who are interested in learning Qigong, a self-healing and easy to learn practice that mainly works on the physical level of the body by opening the channels in the body, and promoting the flow of energy.

Learn and practice Qigong tools that can help you with the prevention of illness, improving one’s overall health and wellbeing, as well as having more energy, feeling calmer and being better equipped to deal with stress, anxiety and pain. Learn how easy it is to incorporate Qigong into your everyday life, and experience the difference Qigong can make. Qigong can be done sitting, standing, or moving. Instructor Dale Mirmow (Level 4 - Ren Xue of the Americas) has been teaching Qigong for over six years, loves teaching and her students. For more information, contact Evening & Weekend Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:30 am: Safe Streets – First Crossing at 16th/Valencia


Apr 25

Our first intersection crossing for Safe Streets is at 16th and Valencia, near the BART station. Safe Streets is part of the Vision Zero initiative, which aims to lower the number of pedestrian-related deaths within San Francisco to zero. A few staff members and ten mobility ambassadors, all of whom are blind/low vision cane users, will be crossing this intersection for about an hour to create visibility and awareness of blind/low vision pedestrians to the many sighted pedestrians, drivers, and cyclists that come by there. You are welcome to join us!

1:00 pm: American Heart Association Presents: Heart Health and Stroke Prevention


Apr 25

For more information, contact Health and Wellness Coordinator Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org
Apr 26(1 event)

10:00 am: Knitting


Apr 26

Every week, our knitters gather to share their purls of wisdom and get in the loop on each other’s latest project, and usually end up in stitches spinning yarns. Whether you knit for pleasure, distraction or just practical economics, or you’ve never done it before and want to give it a try, there’s always room for another loom. Learn, refine, or teach a skill that makes your gift-giving budget lighter weight or support a student-led altruistic project like knitting chemo caps, beanies for babies, lap blankets or other creative applications.

For more info, needle Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

Apr 27(3 events)

(All day): Paving Your Way to Perfect Health Weekend Retreat

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

Make Paving Your Way to Perfect Health a breeze with our weekend retreat at the Lighthouse, where you will learn how to access affordable health and wellness solutions. This weekend will be fun and informative. Topics covered include: accessible apps, yoga, healthy cooking, nutrition, goal setting, a variety of fitness activities, and more. Since this is our first ever fitness retreat, it will be offered at the special-reduced rate of $150. This covers Friday and Saturday overnight accommodations and all of your meals. For more information and to RSVP contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org. Space is limited.

(All day): Youth Employment Series (YES)

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

From Scholarships to Job Applications: Compiling Your Toolkit for Success

In April, join the LightHouse Youth Employment Series, YES, workshop focusing on the importance of preparing oneself prior to arriving for a job or scholarship interview and how best to compile your toolkit for success. Students will have the experience of completing a job application, drafting resumes, learning about cover letters, and practicing interview skills all while connecting with their peers. YES workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques.

The YES Workshop in April will support students so they can confidently arrive to an interview prepared to highlight their strengths and explain their assets. Students will build their toolkit for success by enhancing their understanding of how to complete job or scholarship applications, learn and draft resumes and cover letters, as well as apply their newly acquired knowledge in mock interviews. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.

Workshop Learning Objectives:

  1. Participating youth will have the opportunity to engage in job and career exploration and learn the necessary steps needed to prepare for job interviews in a variety of industries. They will gain an increased understanding on the latest trends employers use when evaluating resumes for internships and jobs.
  2. Youth will gain valuable information on post-secondary and comprehensive transition program resources and application processes. They will receive information on creating brag sheets and personal essays to prepare for scholarship and college applications.
  3. Participants will learn and practice job readiness soft skills and employer expectations such as effective communication and teamwork, punctuality, highlighting your strengths, interview etiquette, and have crucial discussions regarding the importance of independent living skills required to be successful in the workplace.
  4. Transitional age youth will also elevate their attitude and confidence from meeting with successful blind mentors who have extensive experience in the areas of searching and applying for scholarships and jobs.
  5. Participating students will gain perspectives on disability disclosure, self-advocacy, and understanding their rights during the application and interview process.

Things to Bring:

  1. A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.)
  2. Necessities you may need such as money for transportation to and from the workshop or personal medication.

If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in the workshop, please contact Ann Wai-Yee Kwong, Transition Program Specialist, by email at youth@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7328. Each workshop costs $950 to attend for the entire weekend.

Please note, space for this program is limited to 15 students and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior.

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


Apr 27

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session of classes, contact Shen Kuan 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 28(4 events)

(All day): Paving Your Way to Perfect Health Weekend Retreat

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

Make Paving Your Way to Perfect Health a breeze with our weekend retreat at the Lighthouse, where you will learn how to access affordable health and wellness solutions. This weekend will be fun and informative. Topics covered include: accessible apps, yoga, healthy cooking, nutrition, goal setting, a variety of fitness activities, and more. Since this is our first ever fitness retreat, it will be offered at the special-reduced rate of $150. This covers Friday and Saturday overnight accommodations and all of your meals. For more information and to RSVP contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org. Space is limited.

(All day): Youth Employment Series (YES)

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

From Scholarships to Job Applications: Compiling Your Toolkit for Success

In April, join the LightHouse Youth Employment Series, YES, workshop focusing on the importance of preparing oneself prior to arriving for a job or scholarship interview and how best to compile your toolkit for success. Students will have the experience of completing a job application, drafting resumes, learning about cover letters, and practicing interview skills all while connecting with their peers. YES workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques.

The YES Workshop in April will support students so they can confidently arrive to an interview prepared to highlight their strengths and explain their assets. Students will build their toolkit for success by enhancing their understanding of how to complete job or scholarship applications, learn and draft resumes and cover letters, as well as apply their newly acquired knowledge in mock interviews. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.

Workshop Learning Objectives:

  1. Participating youth will have the opportunity to engage in job and career exploration and learn the necessary steps needed to prepare for job interviews in a variety of industries. They will gain an increased understanding on the latest trends employers use when evaluating resumes for internships and jobs.
  2. Youth will gain valuable information on post-secondary and comprehensive transition program resources and application processes. They will receive information on creating brag sheets and personal essays to prepare for scholarship and college applications.
  3. Participants will learn and practice job readiness soft skills and employer expectations such as effective communication and teamwork, punctuality, highlighting your strengths, interview etiquette, and have crucial discussions regarding the importance of independent living skills required to be successful in the workplace.
  4. Transitional age youth will also elevate their attitude and confidence from meeting with successful blind mentors who have extensive experience in the areas of searching and applying for scholarships and jobs.
  5. Participating students will gain perspectives on disability disclosure, self-advocacy, and understanding their rights during the application and interview process.

Things to Bring:

  1. A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.)
  2. Necessities you may need such as money for transportation to and from the workshop or personal medication.

If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in the workshop, please contact Ann Wai-Yee Kwong, Transition Program Specialist, by email at youth@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7328. Each workshop costs $950 to attend for the entire weekend.

Please note, space for this program is limited to 15 students and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior.

10:00 am: Free Access Technology Training


Apr 28

Bring your own device to our Weekday Evening Access Technology Trainings!

A LightHouse Access Technology Trainer is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. for FREE 1-1.25 hour slots of training and support in VoiceOver (for iOS), speech programs including NVDA and Jaws, Braille Displays, Victor Reader Stream, and assistance with downloading and using apps like KNFBReader and Be My Eyes.

Our trainer can also assist you with downloading books from BARD, setting up a FaceBook profile or downloading music. Make an appointment in advance, as availability is on a first come first serve basis!

To sign up, please contact Shen Kuan at skuan@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7312.

1:00 pm: Flow Like Water: Creating Your Own Home Yoga Practice


Apr 28

for more information, contact Health and Wellness Coordinator Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org

Apr 29(2 events)

(All day): Paving Your Way to Perfect Health Weekend Retreat

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

Make Paving Your Way to Perfect Health a breeze with our weekend retreat at the Lighthouse, where you will learn how to access affordable health and wellness solutions. This weekend will be fun and informative. Topics covered include: accessible apps, yoga, healthy cooking, nutrition, goal setting, a variety of fitness activities, and more. Since this is our first ever fitness retreat, it will be offered at the special-reduced rate of $150. This covers Friday and Saturday overnight accommodations and all of your meals. For more information and to RSVP contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org. Space is limited.

(All day): Youth Employment Series (YES)

(All day)
Apr 27 Apr 29

From Scholarships to Job Applications: Compiling Your Toolkit for Success

In April, join the LightHouse Youth Employment Series, YES, workshop focusing on the importance of preparing oneself prior to arriving for a job or scholarship interview and how best to compile your toolkit for success. Students will have the experience of completing a job application, drafting resumes, learning about cover letters, and practicing interview skills all while connecting with their peers. YES workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques.

The YES Workshop in April will support students so they can confidently arrive to an interview prepared to highlight their strengths and explain their assets. Students will build their toolkit for success by enhancing their understanding of how to complete job or scholarship applications, learn and draft resumes and cover letters, as well as apply their newly acquired knowledge in mock interviews. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.

Workshop Learning Objectives:

  1. Participating youth will have the opportunity to engage in job and career exploration and learn the necessary steps needed to prepare for job interviews in a variety of industries. They will gain an increased understanding on the latest trends employers use when evaluating resumes for internships and jobs.
  2. Youth will gain valuable information on post-secondary and comprehensive transition program resources and application processes. They will receive information on creating brag sheets and personal essays to prepare for scholarship and college applications.
  3. Participants will learn and practice job readiness soft skills and employer expectations such as effective communication and teamwork, punctuality, highlighting your strengths, interview etiquette, and have crucial discussions regarding the importance of independent living skills required to be successful in the workplace.
  4. Transitional age youth will also elevate their attitude and confidence from meeting with successful blind mentors who have extensive experience in the areas of searching and applying for scholarships and jobs.
  5. Participating students will gain perspectives on disability disclosure, self-advocacy, and understanding their rights during the application and interview process.

Things to Bring:

  1. A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.)
  2. Necessities you may need such as money for transportation to and from the workshop or personal medication.

If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in the workshop, please contact Ann Wai-Yee Kwong, Transition Program Specialist, by email at youth@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7328. Each workshop costs $950 to attend for the entire weekend.

Please note, space for this program is limited to 15 students and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior.

Apr 30(1 event)

9:30 am: Coffee Hour with Mike Cole


Apr 30

Join us for a weekly discussion group, "The Business of Blindness", with longtime LightHouse community member Mike Cole. This social hour for adults includes discussions ranging from politics to blindness history to current developments in the blindness community . Get ready to talk about anything and everything!

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

May 1(1 event)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


May 1

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session, contact Shen Kuan at 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

May 2(2 events)

10:00 am: Meditation


May 2

Join Jeffrey Schneider,  outreach and volunteer coordinator at the Zen Center, for a mid-morning meditation session. San Francisco Zen Center is a network of affiliated Sōtō Zen practice and retreat centers in the San Francisco Bay area.

For more information contact Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

11:00 am: Chair Fitness Class


May 2

Chair Fitness is a low-impact exercise class that will leave you feeling energized, sculpted, toned, and closer to your goal of immaculate overall health.

For more information, contact Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org.

May 3(1 event)

10:00 am: Knitting


May 3

Every week, our knitters gather to share their purls of wisdom and get in the loop on each other’s latest project, and usually end up in stitches spinning yarns. Whether you knit for pleasure, distraction or just practical economics, or you’ve never done it before and want to give it a try, there’s always room for another loom. Learn, refine, or teach a skill that makes your gift-giving budget lighter weight or support a student-led altruistic project like knitting chemo caps, beanies for babies, lap blankets or other creative applications.

For more info, needle Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316.

May 4(1 event)

10:00 am: Victor Reader Stream Class


May 4

Learn how to use the Victor Reader Stream. To sign up for the next session of classes, contact Shen Kuan 415-694-7312 skuan@lighthouse-sf.org

May 5

The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling 415-694-7325. For more information about visiting the Adaptations Store, head to our shop page.

The LightHouse is scent-free. Please abstain from wearing colognes, perfumes, or other scented products. Additionally, coffee must be securely lidded at all times and citrus should not be peeled on the premises. Thanks for supporting our efforts to respect chemical sensitivities!

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