The week's events
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Mar 10
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Mar 11(1 event)
9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person) – This class runs from March 11-15 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm each day. Where: Course Description: Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Course Prerequisites: To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must:
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Mar 12(4 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person) – This class runs from March 11-15 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm each day. Where: Course Description: Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Course Prerequisites: To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must:
How To RSVP: 1:00 pm: The Blind Telephone Network (dial-in)1:00 pm: The Blind Telephone Network (dial-in) – Announcing the Blind Telephone Network 2024 program The Blind Telephone network, originally founded by blind veterans, now is pleased to welcome all blind and low vision folks to join in phone calls will be held on Tuesday and Thursday of each week. Tuesdays programs are what we call chit chat and chew the fat. During these sessions, most topics are acceptable; however, we refrain from discussing politics and religion. Prayer requests are acceptable, but will not be done during the call. This is a time for socializing, and sharing our experiences with blindness, in order to help others develop independence and self-confidence. On Thursdays, we emphasize education, travel, technology, history, entertainment, and innovative role-models, etc.. These sessions will feature presenters on such topics as: Lewis and Clark expedition, Mt. Rushmore, railroad history and the mob museum in Las Vegas, Nevada.We encourage suggestions for topics or locations from our participants. All sessions last for one (1) hour and start on time. The call in number is: 605-475-5620, and the access code is: 3789127#. If you plan to save these numbers in your contacts, I recommend inserting two (2) commas between the main number and the access code. Those wishing to receive an e-mail reminder for upcoming sessions or links provided by the presenter, should: Send an e-mail to Doc Eudaly at deteacha@sbcglobal.net. Please put your full name, phone number, and email address in the body of your e-mail. Calls for 2024 will begin on Tuesday, January 9. For Thursday, January 11, our initial program will be on the FDR Memorial in Washington, DC. We hope to hear you on these free telephone calls, where you can both learn and contribute On behalf of the founding members, Douglas “Doc” Eudaly, PH,D 1-559-999-2625
2:00 pm: Tech Together: March 2024 (online)2:00 pm: Tech Together: March 2024 (online) – Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times. March 5: Make the Most of Screen Magnification RSVP online to Make the Most of Screen Magnification, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684. March 12: Magnification on Mobile Devices RSVP online to Magnification on Mobile Devices, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684. March 19: Outstanding Standalone Magnification Devices RSVP online to Outstanding Standalone Magnification Devices, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684. March 26: Zooming In on the CloverBook Pro Products RSVP online to Zooming In on the CloverBook Pro Products, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684. 6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online) – The National Federation of the Blind is a nationwide community of members that believe blind people can live the lives they want. We meet online via Zoom with the following schedule: 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour To RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375. |
Mar 13(4 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person) – This class runs from March 11-15 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm each day. Where: Course Description: Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Course Prerequisites: To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must:
How To RSVP: 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Ellen Simpson will be leading. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES: March 2024 (online)1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES: March 2024 (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers. March 6: Author Thomas Dana, Looking Through the Prism: Navigating Life with a Visual Disability, in conversation with Tony Fletcher RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Mar 14(2 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person) – This class runs from March 11-15 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm each day. Where: Course Description: Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Course Prerequisites: To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must:
How To RSVP: 1:00 pm: The Blind Telephone Network (dial-in)1:00 pm: The Blind Telephone Network (dial-in) – Announcing the Blind Telephone Network 2024 program The Blind Telephone network, originally founded by blind veterans, now is pleased to welcome all blind and low vision folks to join in phone calls will be held on Tuesday and Thursday of each week. Tuesdays programs are what we call chit chat and chew the fat. During these sessions, most topics are acceptable; however, we refrain from discussing politics and religion. Prayer requests are acceptable, but will not be done during the call. This is a time for socializing, and sharing our experiences with blindness, in order to help others develop independence and self-confidence. On Thursdays, we emphasize education, travel, technology, history, entertainment, and innovative role-models, etc.. These sessions will feature presenters on such topics as: Lewis and Clark expedition, Mt. Rushmore, railroad history and the mob museum in Las Vegas, Nevada.We encourage suggestions for topics or locations from our participants. All sessions last for one (1) hour and start on time. The call in number is: 605-475-5620, and the access code is: 3789127#. If you plan to save these numbers in your contacts, I recommend inserting two (2) commas between the main number and the access code. Those wishing to receive an e-mail reminder for upcoming sessions or links provided by the presenter, should: Send an e-mail to Doc Eudaly at deteacha@sbcglobal.net. Please put your full name, phone number, and email address in the body of your e-mail. Calls for 2024 will begin on Tuesday, January 9. For Thursday, January 11, our initial program will be on the FDR Memorial in Washington, DC. We hope to hear you on these free telephone calls, where you can both learn and contribute On behalf of the founding members, Douglas “Doc” Eudaly, PH,D 1-559-999-2625
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Mar 15(2 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to Access Technology (in-person) – This class runs from March 11-15 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm each day. Where: Course Description: Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Course Prerequisites: To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must:
How To RSVP: 10:00 am: Seeing AI Training for Seniors 65+ at Earle Baum Center (in-person)10:00 am: Seeing AI Training for Seniors 65+ at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Attention to Sonoma County Residents who have low vision and are 65 or older. Interested in learning more about using Al apps on your iPhone or Android? The Earle Baum Center is offering a free phone stand and two hours of training on how to use the Seeing Al App on iPhone and Android. Cathy Mulhern will be teaching you how to use the Seeing Al App to:
What you need: Bring your phone and materials you want to be able to read and that you currently rely on others to read for you such as mail, a can of food etc. Where: Earle Baum Center at 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 When: Fridays from 10:00 am to noon or 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in Room 3. Prerequisites:
RSVP: To Cathy Mulhern at 707-206-8486 by calling Monday – Friday between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. |
Mar 16
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