All LightHouse for the Blind offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.
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| Jul 28 | Jul 299:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike ColeJul 29 – The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole Every Monday, 9:30 AM to noon What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads a weekly forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness-from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so grab a cup of coffee and a seat at the table-for more information or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Not able to join us in person? You can now call in to participate live: dial 929-436-2866 and enter meeting ID 692 100 581 when prompted. 1:00 pm: Guest Speaker Series: Claire Spector, Textile Artist1:00 pm: Guest Speaker Series: Claire Spector, Textile ArtistJul 29 – Guest Speaker Series: Claire Spector, Textile Artist Legally blind textile artist Claire Spector sews by feel. Her “Blind Stitching: Vis-AbilityTM” exhibition of contemporary textile art will be on display in the LightHouse Gallery on the first floor of our 1155 Market St. headquarters, June 8 through December 20, 2019. The exhibition explores working in different ways and stepping out into a wider world after blindness through the medium of contemporary textile art. Claire finds following the tactile work of sewing to be meditative. Sharing art guided by touch opens dialogue and new opportunities to explore fresh possibilities in making tactile art. Claire joins us to share her own journey through the intersection of artistry and blindness. Please RSVP to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Jul 309:00 am: Free Access Technology Training9:00 am: Free Access Technology TrainingJul 30 – Bring your own device to our Weekday 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: Scanning Showdown1:00 pm: Scanning ShowdownJul 30 – Scanning Showdown Have you ever wished you had an app for reading mail or simply accessing printed text on the go? Do you want to know the options available for portable scanning of documents? If so this is the workshop for you. Join us on July 30 from 1-4:00 p.m. and share in our exploration of mobile scanning apps. We will be looking at both free and low cost scanning apps designed to improve our access to the printed word. Join us and discover ways to access the information on a sign, business card or document you need to read when at rest or on the go. An RSVP is required for this class. To register, email ahogan@lighthouse-sf.org or call: 415.694.7343 This class is free to participants through support from the City of San Francisco’s SF Connected program. |
Jul 31(All day): Family Camp II(All day): Family Camp IIJul 31 – Aug 3(All day) Family Camps are offered to families with visually impaired children ages 17 and under, and to visually impaired parents with children ages 17 and under. The sessions are for immediate family members only. Camp activities include swimming, horseback riding, crafts, games, nature studies, parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. For more information and application forms, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation10:00 am: Stress Reduction & MeditationJul 31 – Stress Reduction & Meditation Each Wednesday morning we offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for both beginners and advanced practitioners and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience and has partnered with the LightHouse for the Blind for 7 years to offer this class. It is a drop-in class where everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Enjoy your meditation from a chair or pull up one of our comfy yoga props, breathe deeply, clear your head and destress. For more information contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 1(All day): Family Camp II(All day): Family Camp IIJul 31 – Aug 3(All day) Family Camps are offered to families with visually impaired children ages 17 and under, and to visually impaired parents with children ages 17 and under. The sessions are for immediate family members only. Camp activities include swimming, horseback riding, crafts, games, nature studies, parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. For more information and application forms, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: ASL/VIP Tactile Expressive Arts10:00 am: ASL/VIP Tactile Expressive ArtsAug 1 – ASL/VIP Tactile Expressive Arts Thursdays weekly, 10 a.m. to Noon Join our community of Deaf and blind/low vision adults and enjoy specialized sensory activities, gardening, cooking, exercise, music, cultural arts and more, all led by instructors fluent in ASL and trained to ensure you have a safe, fun, and rewarding experience. This exciting program is brought to you in proud partnership with San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. For more info or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 10:00 am: Knitting10:00 am: KnittingAug 1 – 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. 3:30 pm: Yoga for Every Body3:30 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 1 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 PM class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 5:00 pm: Yoga for Every Body5:00 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 1 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 p.m. class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 2(All day): Family Camp II(All day): Family Camp IIJul 31 – Aug 3(All day) Family Camps are offered to families with visually impaired children ages 17 and under, and to visually impaired parents with children ages 17 and under. The sessions are for immediate family members only. Camp activities include swimming, horseback riding, crafts, games, nature studies, parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. For more information and application forms, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: Knitting East Bay10:00 am: Knitting East BayAug 2 – Knitting East Bay Come sit and knit in the East Bay! LightHouse knitters are taking up residence in the warm and friendly ADA Cafe in the Ed Roberts Campus conveniently located above Ashby BART station. 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.
12:00 pm: Giving Blood, Giving Life: Bay Area Blind Community's Day of Giving Blood Drive |
Aug 3(All day): Family Camp II(All day): Family Camp IIJul 31 – Aug 3(All day) Family Camps are offered to families with visually impaired children ages 17 and under, and to visually impaired parents with children ages 17 and under. The sessions are for immediate family members only. Camp activities include swimming, horseback riding, crafts, games, nature studies, parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. For more information and application forms, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: Master Class: Claire Spector, Tactile Textiles10:00 am: Master Class: Claire Spector, Tactile TextilesAug 3 – Master Class: Tactile Textiles class led by Claire Spector In conjunction with her exhibit in the LightHouse Gallery, "Blind Stitching: Vis-AbilityTM" and her non-profit organization, ACT-Solutions.org Collaborative Abilities, Claire Spector joins the LightHouse for this accessible Contemporary Textile Making Experiential Class for Blind and Low Vision Community Members. This hands-on art-making event explores accessible textile and tactile art-making with an introduction to adaptive tools and materials, working-by-touch techniques and shortcuts for making art when one is blind or visually impaired. The $20 class fee includes materials and lunch. Spaces are limited, please RSVP, including any food restrictions, by Wednesday, July 31, to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Class fee can be submitted directly to Claire via PayPal at spectorf@sonic.net or brought in cash. About Claire Spector: About ACT-Solutions.org Collaborative Abilities 1:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival Showcase at the Exploratorium1:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival Showcase at the ExploratoriumAug 3 – Superfest Disability Film Festival Showcase at the Exploratorium This showcase will highlight four short films from past Superfest International Film Festivals which are the following: Stopgap in Slow Motion, Gaelynn Lea, On Beat, and Stumped. For more information on the Saturday Cinema program at the Exploratorium, visit their website. Read more: Superfest Disability Film Festival Showcase at the Exploratorium |
| Aug 4 | Aug 5(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike ColeAug 5 – The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole Every Monday, 9:30 AM to noon What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads a weekly forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness-from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so grab a cup of coffee and a seat at the table-for more information or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Not able to join us in person? You can now call in to participate live: dial 929-436-2866 and enter meeting ID 692 100 581 when prompted. 1:00 pm: The Raycast1:00 pm: The RaycastAug 5 – Student Volunteer Ray Marcus entertains the Monday masses with various selections of podcast curiosities. For questions or to RSVP, contact Adult Program coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 6(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 9:00 am: Free Access Technology Training9:00 am: Free Access Technology TrainingAug 6 – Bring your own device to our Weekday 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. |
Aug 7(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 10:00 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation10:00 am: Stress Reduction & MeditationAug 7 – Stress Reduction & Meditation Each Wednesday morning we offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for both beginners and advanced practitioners and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience and has partnered with the LightHouse for the Blind for 7 years to offer this class. It is a drop-in class where everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Enjoy your meditation from a chair or pull up one of our comfy yoga props, breathe deeply, clear your head and destress. For more information contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 11:00 am: Stronger Seniors11:00 am: Stronger SeniorsAug 7 – Get stronger, improve your balance, and increase your energy and fitness through our Stronger Seniors exercise class. We will do simple movements to get the heart pumping, while strengthening our muscles. The movements are safe, effective and fun. The class is done to music, so bring a list of your favorite songs as you groove to the beat with friends! Join us every Wednesday at 11 a.m.! 6:00 pm: Cooking Matters6:00 pm: Cooking MattersAug 7 – Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters 18 Reasons, a food education non-profit, wants to empower you with the confidence and creativity needed to buy, cook, and eat good food every day. Cooking Matters is a six-week course in cooking and nutrition, developed by Share our Strength. Led by a chef, a nutritionist, and other knowledgeable staff, we will guide you through the ins and outs of cooking delicious, healthy foods on a budget. Eating fresh and healthy doesn't have to break your bank and 18 Reasons will show you how to stretch your grocery dollar without sacrificing flavor or your health. Registration for the entire six-week course is free, with a required $30 deposit due prior to the first class and returned upon attendance at a minimum of 4 classes. Attending less than 4 classes will result in forfeiture of deposit. Basic kitchen confidence is prerequisite. Program includes course materials, in-class recipe ingredients, and take-home groceries every week for you to play with at home. Note that class 5 will take place off-site and you will be responsible for transportation to the alternate location (Safeway at 2020 Market St.). Please also be advised that you will need to arrive one hour early for both the first and last classes to accommodate intake and evaluation procedures. Spots in this fun and educational cooking class series are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316 to register. Deadline to register is Monday, August 5th. |
Aug 8(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 10:00 am: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Forms with a Screen Reader10:00 am: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Forms with a Screen ReaderAug 8 – Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Forms with a Screen Reader Do you use Google Docs for school, work, or yourself? Do you find yourself struggling to understand how Google's web application works? Space is limited. To be screened for eligibility, Call or email Shen Kuan, skuan@lighthouse-sf.org, 415-694-7312. 10:00 am: Knitting10:00 am: KnittingAug 8 – 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. 3:30 pm: Yoga for Every Body3:30 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 8 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 PM class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 5:00 pm: Yoga for Every Body5:00 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 8 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 p.m. class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 9(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 10:00 am: Knitting East Bay10:00 am: Knitting East BayAug 9 – Knitting East Bay Come sit and knit in the East Bay! LightHouse knitters are taking up residence in the warm and friendly ADA Cafe in the Ed Roberts Campus conveniently located above Ashby BART station. 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. 6:00 pm: A Bachata Evening Affair6:00 pm: A Bachata Evening AffairAug 9 – Fenix Dance Company is coming to the LightHouse to teach us the rhythmic, social dance, Bachata! We will have a social hour from 6 -7:00 p.m. with light refreshments and beverages, then a guided lesson from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Bring your partner or friend for a fun date night or come by yourself to meet new and old friends. No partner or experience is required. We will laugh, eat, drink, play, and dance the night away! This event is free but you are welcome to bring a donation if you’d like. RSVP is required: email or call Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org or (415)-694-7353 by August 2. |
Aug 10(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. 1:00 pm: Peer-led Support Group1:00 pm: Peer-led Support GroupAug 10 – Anyone who is blind or low vision is invited to this peer-led support group on te 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 1 - 3:00 p.m. at LightHouse for the Blind in San Francisco on the 10th floor. For information about the group, contact Joseph Badalucca at 415-525-2096. **
4:00 pm: Enchanted Hills Summer Music Concert and BBQ4:00 pm: Enchanted Hills Summer Music Concert and BBQAug 10 – Come celebrate talented Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind student musicians with an afternoon of music, food and fun! Enjoy songs in a variety of genres, written, sung and performed by our campers on guitar, drums and piano. This is the finale concert for Music Camp 2019. Special tour: Come early for a 2:00 p.m. tour of camp. Reserve your place by calling 415-694-7333. This year’s concert will take place on the lawn as we rebuild portions of camp, including the beloved Redwood Grove Theater, due to the October 2017 fires in Napa. The concert begins at 4:30 p.m., and a barbecue dinner will be served on the lawn at 6 p.m. Limited transportation to the concert from San Francisco may be available. For reservations, email athomas@lighthouse-sf.org. The Music Camp Concert is a fundraiser to rebuild Enchanted Hills Camp. Donations to support camp are deeply appreciated. To purchase your ticket, visit the Eventbrite page. To sign up for our 2:00 p.m. pre-concert camp tour, 415-694-7333.
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Aug 11(All day): Music Camp(All day): Music CampAugust 5-11, 2019(All day) This year’s Music Camp will be led by our very own Masceo Williams and Lawrence Brown as co-directors. Students will learn the hallmarks of blind musicianship including individual performance practice, song writing, collaboration in an ensemble, and stage etiquette and performance in a house band. We’ll work with braille music and gain proficiency in accessible recording. Students will be coached on a range of instruments including vocals, guitar, drums/percussion, and piano, and gain valuable insight from guest speakers. We’ll finish off the weekend with a performance in our Redwood Grove Theater. To apply, fill out the application online, or print out and send in a paper form. More information as well as the application forms can be found on the camp session website. |
Aug 129:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike ColeAug 12 – The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole Every Monday, 9:30 AM to noon What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads a weekly forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness-from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so grab a cup of coffee and a seat at the table-for more information or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Not able to join us in person? You can now call in to participate live: dial 929-436-2866 and enter meeting ID 692 100 581 when prompted. 1:00 pm: The Raycast1:00 pm: The RaycastAug 12 – Student Volunteer Ray Marcus entertains the Monday masses with various selections of podcast curiosities. For questions or to RSVP, contact Adult Program coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 13(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp Session(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp SessionAugust 13-17, 2019(All day) This camp session will touch on wood turning, hand tool work and an introduction to power tools. We’ll learn how to measure accurately without sight, using click rules, gauge blocks, Vernier calipers and talking tape measures. We’ll talk about wood types and construction techniques. We will learn when to glue, when to nail and when to use screws. We’ll also touch on finishing techniques. For more information and application form, visit the camp session website. 9:00 am: Free Access Technology Training9:00 am: Free Access Technology TrainingAug 13 – Bring your own device to our Weekday 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. 9:30 am: Sensory Development for Independent Travel9:30 am: Sensory Development for Independent TravelAug 13 – Sensory Development for Independent Travel On August 13, 2019, the LighHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Training Department will host a new class: Sensory Development for Independent Travel. The class facilitator, Sarah McIntyre, Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialist, will focus on auditory development and exploration of different types of canes and cane tips. What will you learn? Sarah will introduce auditory training, including sound identification, localization, and alignment; judging distances using sound; and beginning echolocation. These skills are vital to confident and efficient travel for individuals who are blind or have low vision, especially in unfamiliar environments. Students wanting to develop confidence and efficiency while transitioning from a visually-dependent traveler to an independent traveler who can apply additional sensory skills for travel are encouraged to register. The class will be held at the LightHouse Headquarters Fitness Room, 1155 Market Street from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. There will be a one hour break for lunchin which students should plan to bring their own lunch. To ensure effective student-to-instructor ratio, attendance is limited. Participation Eligibility Criteria: This class is open to anyone who is considered legally blind and has had a minimum of 6 hours of O&M training (please bring your cane with you). Students with known or suspected hearing loss are eligible and may benefit substantially from the program. The cost of the class is $165.00. DOR (Department of Rehabilitation), VA and Regional Center Counselors who are interested in referring a consumer, please send authorizations to the LightHouse at 1referral@lighthouse-sf.org. Scholarship funding may be available for students age 55+ (living in the counties of San Francisco, Alameda, San Mateo, Contra Costa or Marin) who are not with DOR, VA or the Regional Center. For those who may be eligible, there is a $20 registration fee to be paid prior to the class. This fee is only refundable with a 48-hour cancellation prior to the class start. Please contact Briana Kusuma to sign up for the class and let her know if you will be receiving an authorization from DOR, VA or Regional Center to participate, or if you are seeking eligibility for scholarship. You can reach Briana at bkusuma@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7335. If you are unable to attend this workshop, there will be another workshop on October 21, 2019. 2:00 pm: Tech Together2:00 pm: Tech TogetherAug 13 –
Tech Together Do you use your access technology regularly, but don’t have time to keep up with what’s new and what’s changing? Do you sometimes hit roadblocks in your technology use and wish you could problem solve with someone else? Do you love your iPhone or iPad and want to learn more about accessible apps? Are you a screen reader or magnification user who’s trying to adapt to increasingly complex websites? Do you just want to talk about technology and the latest developments for blind and low vision users? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions , the Lighthouse invites you to Tech Together. Tech Together is a monthly technology learning group of blind and low vision technology users. We blind folks are resourceful and clever, but there is no reason we should each have to reinvent the wheel, or the app, for ourselves. In these sessions, we will discuss the topics that are of interest to the group, and help one another to understand troubleshooting, find app recommendations, and learn about the latest in Tech… Together! These sessions will be facilitated by LightHouse Access Technology specialists, but the meat of the event is for the participants to decide on themselves. Come with ideas on topics and bits of news and software you want to share with your friends. If you are brand new to access technology, you may wish to book an individual appointment with an Access Technology instructor before joining this group. This group is free and open to all, but a current LightHouse waiver is required. To make sure you’re registered as a LightHouse student, contact Amelia Hogan, 415-694-7343 or ahogan@lighthouse-sf.org 6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind San Francisco Chapter Meeting6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind San Francisco Chapter MeetingAug 13 – The San Francisco chapter of the National Federation of the Blind meets at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired San Francisco on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 6 - 8 p.m. on the 10th floor.
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Aug 14(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp Session(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp SessionAugust 13-17, 2019(All day) This camp session will touch on wood turning, hand tool work and an introduction to power tools. We’ll learn how to measure accurately without sight, using click rules, gauge blocks, Vernier calipers and talking tape measures. We’ll talk about wood types and construction techniques. We will learn when to glue, when to nail and when to use screws. We’ll also touch on finishing techniques. For more information and application form, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: Will or Trust? Which is a Better Choice for Me?10:00 am: Will or Trust? Which is a Better Choice for Me?Aug 14 – Come to beautiful Enchanted Hills Camp (3410 Mt. Veeder Rd., Napa) on Mount Veeder for this estate planning workshop with Napa Attorney, Megan Bruce. This free workshop will take place on Wednesday, August 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. RSVP to Paul Blaney, Development Officer, at pblaney@lighthouse-sf.org or 415.694.7313. 11:00 am: Stronger Seniors11:00 am: Stronger SeniorsAug 14 – Get stronger, improve your balance, and increase your energy and fitness through our Stronger Seniors exercise class. We will do simple movements to get the heart pumping, while strengthening our muscles. The movements are safe, effective and fun. The class is done to music, so bring a list of your favorite songs as you groove to the beat with friends! Join us every Wednesday at 11 a.m.! 6:00 pm: Cooking Matters6:00 pm: Cooking MattersAug 14 – Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters 18 Reasons, a food education non-profit, wants to empower you with the confidence and creativity needed to buy, cook, and eat good food every day. Cooking Matters is a six-week course in cooking and nutrition, developed by Share our Strength. Led by a chef, a nutritionist, and other knowledgeable staff, we will guide you through the ins and outs of cooking delicious, healthy foods on a budget. Eating fresh and healthy doesn't have to break your bank and 18 Reasons will show you how to stretch your grocery dollar without sacrificing flavor or your health. Registration for the entire six-week course is free, with a required $30 deposit due prior to the first class and returned upon attendance at a minimum of 4 classes. Attending less than 4 classes will result in forfeiture of deposit. Basic kitchen confidence is prerequisite. Program includes course materials, in-class recipe ingredients, and take-home groceries every week for you to play with at home. Note that class 5 will take place off-site and you will be responsible for transportation to the alternate location (Safeway at 2020 Market St.). Please also be advised that you will need to arrive one hour early for both the first and last classes to accommodate intake and evaluation procedures. Spots in this fun and educational cooking class series are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316 to register. Deadline to register is Monday, August 5th. |
Aug 15(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp Session(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp SessionAugust 13-17, 2019(All day) This camp session will touch on wood turning, hand tool work and an introduction to power tools. We’ll learn how to measure accurately without sight, using click rules, gauge blocks, Vernier calipers and talking tape measures. We’ll talk about wood types and construction techniques. We will learn when to glue, when to nail and when to use screws. We’ll also touch on finishing techniques. For more information and application form, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: Knitting10:00 am: KnittingAug 15 – 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. 3:30 pm: Yoga for Every Body3:30 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 15 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 PM class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 5:00 pm: Yoga for Every Body5:00 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 15 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 p.m. class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 6:00 pm: 30% & Growing6:00 pm: 30% & GrowingAug 15 – 30% & Growing Serving up delicious homemade sausages and pickles paired with savory curry fries and offering a satisfying variety of beers to wash it all down with, Hogwash has a cozy atmosphere that will make your 30% experience a great one. RSVP to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 16(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp Session(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp SessionAugust 13-17, 2019(All day) This camp session will touch on wood turning, hand tool work and an introduction to power tools. We’ll learn how to measure accurately without sight, using click rules, gauge blocks, Vernier calipers and talking tape measures. We’ll talk about wood types and construction techniques. We will learn when to glue, when to nail and when to use screws. We’ll also touch on finishing techniques. For more information and application form, visit the camp session website. 1:30 pm: Lightening Nutrition Counseling1:30 pm: Lightening Nutrition CounselingAug 16 – Enjoy a fifteen-minute one-on-one nutrition counseling session with Alicia Conner who is a visually impaired, Registered Dietitian and excited to provide her services to the LightHouse community. You will leave your session with practical steps to take that will leave you feeling healthier and closer to your goals. Alicia is hoping to offer sessions every third Friday of each month between 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., so check the calendar and stay tuned. Sessions are free and on a first-come, first-serve basis. Each session requires an RSVP, call or email to Amber Sherrard at (415)-694-7353 or asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org Check out a video from Alicia’s YouTube Channel here: 2:00 pm: Cookin’ for a Crowd2:00 pm: Cookin’ for a CrowdAug 16 – Interested in scaling up your kitchen skills? Nothing pushes your culinary capacity like prepping a meal for dozens of folks. Every month we need to feed our hungry bingo masses and there’s nothing like learning by doing. Join this team and see what your kitchen skills can do. Come roll up your sleeves and join the Bingo Dinner Team! RSVP to Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 4:00 pm: Bingo and Dinner4:00 pm: Bingo and DinnerAug 16 – Bingo and Dinner 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. |
Aug 17(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp Session(All day): Woodworking for the Blind Camp SessionAugust 13-17, 2019(All day) This camp session will touch on wood turning, hand tool work and an introduction to power tools. We’ll learn how to measure accurately without sight, using click rules, gauge blocks, Vernier calipers and talking tape measures. We’ll talk about wood types and construction techniques. We will learn when to glue, when to nail and when to use screws. We’ll also touch on finishing techniques. For more information and application form, visit the camp session website. 10:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching10:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. CoachingAug 17 – BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching Get a taste for what coaching can do for your life via this short series of three workshops: Sara Waggle of S.E.W. Coaching is a Leadership Coach for trail blazers--those who have grand ideas and feel stuck in creating them, supporting those who want to bring their idea to life. She is a trained ontological coach, meaning that she coaches not only one’s tangible goals, but how one is going about those goals. Her work focuses on self-love, awareness, acceptance, and care as the foundation for living the life one desires. This workshop series is focused on ownership--looking at your responsibility and ownership of time/priorities, health/well being, and energy. Sara is generously offering her services as a professional coach for this introductory series on a donation-basis. RSVP to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316, and support Sara's work by making a contribution via PayPal or Apple Pay using sarasellen79@gmail.com, and please include "LH Series" in the notes section of your contribution. You can also bring cash to any or all of the workshops. 10:30 am: California Council of the Blind San Francisco Chapter Meeting10:30 am: California Council of the Blind San Francisco Chapter MeetingAug 17 – California Council of the Blind San Francisco Chapter meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on the 10th floor of LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, San Francisco. For information, visit the CCB website.
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Aug 182:15 pm: Try it Workshop: Pole Dance2:15 pm: Try it Workshop: Pole DanceAug 18 – Pole Dance combines strength, flexibility, athleticism, poise, and dance all into one confidence boosting activity. If you've ever wanted to try Pole Dance, this workshop is for you! We are looking for a small group of blind and visually impaired adults to attend a private class at San Francisco Pole and Dance where you will learn the basics of pole dance in a safe and supportive environment. Because of this wonderful partnership, we can offer this class at the very low cost of ten dollars. This class is open to everyone, all genders are welcome. Please RSVP right away by calling or emailing Amber Sherrard at asherrard@lighthouse-sf.org or (415)-694-7353. Space is very limited. |
Aug 199:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike ColeAug 19 – The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole Every Monday, 9:30 AM to noon What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads a weekly forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness-from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so grab a cup of coffee and a seat at the table-for more information or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Not able to join us in person? You can now call in to participate live: dial 929-436-2866 and enter meeting ID 692 100 581 when prompted. 1:00 pm: The Raycast1:00 pm: The RaycastAug 19 – Student Volunteer Ray Marcus entertains the Monday masses with various selections of podcast curiosities. For questions or to RSVP, contact Adult Program coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 209:00 am: Free Access Technology Training9:00 am: Free Access Technology TrainingAug 20 – Bring your own device to our Weekday 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: Spanish Support Group for Blind/Low Vision Spanish Speakers1:00 pm: Spanish Support Group for Blind/Low Vision Spanish SpeakersAug 20 – Come and join the Spanish Support Group for Spanish speakers who are blind or low vision on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1 - 2:30 p.m. The group meets on the 10th floor of the LightHouse for the Blind San Francisco. The group leader is Anabella Denisoff. This group is primarily for persons 55 years and older. To register Please contact Jeff Carlson at 415.694.7314.
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Aug 2110:00 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation10:00 am: Stress Reduction & MeditationAug 21 – Stress Reduction & Meditation Each Wednesday morning we offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for both beginners and advanced practitioners and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience and has partnered with the LightHouse for the Blind for 7 years to offer this class. It is a drop-in class where everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Enjoy your meditation from a chair or pull up one of our comfy yoga props, breathe deeply, clear your head and destress. For more information contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 11:00 am: Stronger Seniors11:00 am: Stronger SeniorsAug 21 – Get stronger, improve your balance, and increase your energy and fitness through our Stronger Seniors exercise class. We will do simple movements to get the heart pumping, while strengthening our muscles. The movements are safe, effective and fun. The class is done to music, so bring a list of your favorite songs as you groove to the beat with friends! Join us every Wednesday at 11 a.m.! 6:00 pm: Cooking Matters6:00 pm: Cooking MattersAug 21 – Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters 18 Reasons, a food education non-profit, wants to empower you with the confidence and creativity needed to buy, cook, and eat good food every day. Cooking Matters is a six-week course in cooking and nutrition, developed by Share our Strength. Led by a chef, a nutritionist, and other knowledgeable staff, we will guide you through the ins and outs of cooking delicious, healthy foods on a budget. Eating fresh and healthy doesn't have to break your bank and 18 Reasons will show you how to stretch your grocery dollar without sacrificing flavor or your health. Registration for the entire six-week course is free, with a required $30 deposit due prior to the first class and returned upon attendance at a minimum of 4 classes. Attending less than 4 classes will result in forfeiture of deposit. Basic kitchen confidence is prerequisite. Program includes course materials, in-class recipe ingredients, and take-home groceries every week for you to play with at home. Note that class 5 will take place off-site and you will be responsible for transportation to the alternate location (Safeway at 2020 Market St.). Please also be advised that you will need to arrive one hour early for both the first and last classes to accommodate intake and evaluation procedures. Spots in this fun and educational cooking class series are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316 to register. Deadline to register is Monday, August 5th. |
Aug 2210:00 am: Knitting10:00 am: KnittingAug 22 – 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. 3:30 pm: Yoga for Every Body3:30 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 22 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 PM class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 5:00 pm: Yoga for Every Body5:00 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 22 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 p.m. class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 23 | Aug 2410:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching10:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. CoachingAug 24 – BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching Get a taste for what coaching can do for your life via this short series of three workshops: Sara Waggle of S.E.W. Coaching is a Leadership Coach for trail blazers--those who have grand ideas and feel stuck in creating them, supporting those who want to bring their idea to life. She is a trained ontological coach, meaning that she coaches not only one’s tangible goals, but how one is going about those goals. Her work focuses on self-love, awareness, acceptance, and care as the foundation for living the life one desires. This workshop series is focused on ownership--looking at your responsibility and ownership of time/priorities, health/well being, and energy. Sara is generously offering her services as a professional coach for this introductory series on a donation-basis. RSVP to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316, and support Sara's work by making a contribution via PayPal or Apple Pay using sarasellen79@gmail.com, and please include "LH Series" in the notes section of your contribution. You can also bring cash to any or all of the workshops. 10:00 am: Katie's Kitchen10:00 am: Katie's KitchenAug 24 – Katie's Kitchen Channeling her experience preparing desserts for birthday parties, social gatherings, and intimate wedding receptions, Katie Phan guides you through the how-to's of blind baking on a journey through pastries, breads, cakes, pies, and all things delightful to the palate. She can keep it sweet and sinful or guide you on how to make adjustments for happier, healthier alternative treats. Note that there are two schedule options for the same class each month--attendance at both is not required. To RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 1:00 pm: Peer-led Support Group1:00 pm: Peer-led Support GroupAug 24 – Anyone who is blind or low vision is invited to this peer-led support group on te 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 1 - 3:00 p.m. at LightHouse for the Blind in San Francisco on the 10th floor. This group is not sponsored by LightHouse. For information about the group, contact Joseph Badalucca at 415-525-2096. |
| Aug 25 | Aug 269:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike ColeAug 26 – The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike Cole Every Monday, 9:30 AM to noon What does it really mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads a weekly forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins-and-outs of blindness-from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. There's always a lively crowd sharing their own experiences, so grab a cup of coffee and a seat at the table-for more information or to RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. Not able to join us in person? You can now call in to participate live: dial 929-436-2866 and enter meeting ID 692 100 581 when prompted. 1:00 pm: The Raycast1:00 pm: The RaycastAug 26 – Student Volunteer Ray Marcus entertains the Monday masses with various selections of podcast curiosities. For questions or to RSVP, contact Adult Program coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 279:00 am: Free Access Technology Training9:00 am: Free Access Technology TrainingAug 27 – Bring your own device to our Weekday 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. |
Aug 2810:00 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation10:00 am: Stress Reduction & MeditationAug 28 – Stress Reduction & Meditation Each Wednesday morning we offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for both beginners and advanced practitioners and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience and has partnered with the LightHouse for the Blind for 7 years to offer this class. It is a drop-in class where everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Enjoy your meditation from a chair or pull up one of our comfy yoga props, breathe deeply, clear your head and destress. For more information contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 11:00 am: Stronger Seniors11:00 am: Stronger SeniorsAug 28 – Get stronger, improve your balance, and increase your energy and fitness through our Stronger Seniors exercise class. We will do simple movements to get the heart pumping, while strengthening our muscles. The movements are safe, effective and fun. The class is done to music, so bring a list of your favorite songs as you groove to the beat with friends! Join us every Wednesday at 11 a.m.! 1:00 pm: Katie's Kitchen1:00 pm: Katie's KitchenAug 28 – Katie's Kitchen Channeling her experience preparing desserts for birthday parties, social gatherings, and intimate wedding receptions, Katie Phan guides you through the how-to's of blind baking on a journey through pastries, breads, cakes, pies, and all things delightful to the palate. She can keep it sweet and sinful or guide you on how to make adjustments for happier, healthier alternative treats. Note that there are two schedule options for the same class each month--attendance at both is not required. To RSVP, contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 6:00 pm: Cooking Matters6:00 pm: Cooking MattersAug 28 – Share Our Strength's Cooking Matters 18 Reasons, a food education non-profit, wants to empower you with the confidence and creativity needed to buy, cook, and eat good food every day. Cooking Matters is a six-week course in cooking and nutrition, developed by Share our Strength. Led by a chef, a nutritionist, and other knowledgeable staff, we will guide you through the ins and outs of cooking delicious, healthy foods on a budget. Eating fresh and healthy doesn't have to break your bank and 18 Reasons will show you how to stretch your grocery dollar without sacrificing flavor or your health. Registration for the entire six-week course is free, with a required $30 deposit due prior to the first class and returned upon attendance at a minimum of 4 classes. Attending less than 4 classes will result in forfeiture of deposit. Basic kitchen confidence is prerequisite. Program includes course materials, in-class recipe ingredients, and take-home groceries every week for you to play with at home. Note that class 5 will take place off-site and you will be responsible for transportation to the alternate location (Safeway at 2020 Market St.). Please also be advised that you will need to arrive one hour early for both the first and last classes to accommodate intake and evaluation procedures. Spots in this fun and educational cooking class series are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316 to register. Deadline to register is Monday, August 5th. |
Aug 2910:00 am: Knitting10:00 am: KnittingAug 29 – 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. 3:30 pm: Yoga for Every Body3:30 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 29 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 PM class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. 5:00 pm: Yoga for Every Body5:00 pm: Yoga for Every BodyAug 29 – Yoga for Every Body Yoga helps promote physical, mental and spiritual balance and can provide you with a foundation of flexibility and centeredness. If you experience challenges with balance and mobility, yoga can assist you in increasing your strength and tone, providing you with the confidence you may be striving for in your daily life. No experience with yoga is necessary – Instructor Kimm Ropicky will work with you no matter what level of experience you have. Pick your pace—the 3:30 class is restorative and calming and the 5 p.m. class is a more engaged Vinyasa flow. Wear comfortable clothes that move and don’t hang too much and bring your favorite mat and/or props if you prefer, though all mats and props will be provided. For more info contact Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316. |
Aug 30 | Aug 3110:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching10:00 am: BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. CoachingAug 31 – BLAZE with Glitter - Life Coaching with S.E.W. Coaching Get a taste for what coaching can do for your life via this short series of three workshops: Sara Waggle of S.E.W. Coaching is a Leadership Coach for trail blazers--those who have grand ideas and feel stuck in creating them, supporting those who want to bring their idea to life. She is a trained ontological coach, meaning that she coaches not only one’s tangible goals, but how one is going about those goals. Her work focuses on self-love, awareness, acceptance, and care as the foundation for living the life one desires. This workshop series is focused on ownership--looking at your responsibility and ownership of time/priorities, health/well being, and energy. Sara is generously offering her services as a professional coach for this introductory series on a donation-basis. RSVP to Adult Program Coordinator Serena Olsen at solsen@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7316, and support Sara's work by making a contribution via PayPal or Apple Pay using sarasellen79@gmail.com, and please include "LH Series" in the notes section of your contribution. You can also bring cash to any or all of the workshops. |
12:00 pm: Giving Blood, Giving Life: Bay Area Blind Community's Day of Giving Blood DriveThe events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling (415)694-7325.
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