Events in October 2024
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Sep 29
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Sep 30(2 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration At Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 11:30 am: Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day (online) – Sonia Gallant and Karen Berniker of the Disability Access office at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are pleased to announce a descriptive Zoom presentation by docent Anne Burns Johnson on Monday, September 30. This DeYoung Virtual Access Day is on the exhibit American Beauty: The Osher Collection of American Art currently on view at the DeYoung. Zoom information and registration links are below. Questions can be directed to Sonia at sgallant@famsf.org, 415-750-7678 T The 19th and 20th centuries were an exceptionally dynamic time in American culture. Anchored by Impressionist and Realist artworks, this exhibition spans the years 1848 to 1960 and presents a variety of artistic responses to this complex period. This gift from Bernard and Barbro Osher enhances the museum’s American art collection with several significant firsts: the first large-scale oil painting by Winslow Homer (The Angler, ca. 1874), the first genre picture by William Merritt Chase (Spanish Bric-à-Brac Shop, 1883), the first major George Bellows landscape (In Virginia, 1908), the first Georgia O’Keeffe images of the Southwest (Front of Ranchos Church, 1930 and The Patio, 1940), plus thirteen artists entering the museum’s collection for the first time. The historic sweep of these paintings, drawings, and sculptures is reflected by several recurring themes, including the adventurous spirit of artists abroad, the enduring allure of Impressionism, intimacy and immediacy of portraiture, and beauty of America’s landscapes and seascapes. Register for Anne’s 11:30 am descriptive docent talk for the Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day. |
Oct 1(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise class with Denise and Volunteers (hybrid) – In-person participants can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Exercise with Denise or volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. The class takes place in-person at Room 3 and on Zoom. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 2(2 events) 9:15 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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. |
Oct 3(1 event) 11:00 am: Earle Baum Vision Group (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. First and Third Thursdays In this low vision and blindness vision group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, have discussions, hear guest speakers and become part of our blindness community. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692.
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Oct 4
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Oct 5(1 event) 9:30 am: SF Achilles Chapter Regular Guided Walking, Jogging, and Running Workouts (in-person) – Join the SF chapter of Achilles in regular guided endurance workouts - whether you prefer to run, walk, or roll! Achilles Overview: Achilles International is a global organization operating in 18 countries, including several US chapters. Its goal is to empower people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Welcoming Athletes and Guides: Achilles welcomes people of all ages living with a disability to join us for a run, walk or roll. Membership is free! SF Chapter: Holds inclusive workouts where everyone is welcome to be paired with a volunteer guide, or chart their own course. Also supports athletes in endurance races, including the SF Marathon. How to join: Email Achilles at achillessfbayarea@gmail.com to join and learn more about when and where we will be hosting Achilles workouts! Typically they are held at 9:30 AM on the first and third Saturday of each month at Judah & Great Highway. Please email to confirm. |
Oct 6(2 events) 2:00 pm: Ex Machina/Robert Lepage & Cirque FLIP Fabrique SLAM! (in-person) – Cal Performances Zellerbach Hall 2:00 pm: haptic tour In this new adrenaline-infused collaboration, Québécois troupe Cirque FLIP Fabrique partners with renowned opera and theater director Robert Lepage to bring the breathtaking spectacle and daring physicality of pro wrestling to the stage. SLAM! explores and celebrates wrestling cultures from around the world through the circus arts, with captivating lighting and sets, exuberant choreography, and compelling plot twists and turns. Get your ringside seat now for this one-of-a-kind production! Buy tickets online for Ex Machina/Robert Lepage & Cirque FLIP Fabrique SLAM! You can also contact the ticket office at 510-642.9988- or tickets@calperformances.org to purchase tickets and/or reserve your space in the haptic tour and audio description headset. More about Ex Machina/Robert Lepage & Cirque FLIP Fabrique SLAM! 4:00 pm: Choir Boy, Presented by Shotgun Players (in-person) – Presented by Shotgun Players at Ashby Stage Doors open at 3:45 pm. Haptic Tour starts at 4:00 pm and the play begins at 5:00 pm. Nominated for four Tony-Awards including Best Play, and winner of two including best vocal arrangements, 'Choir Boy' is a coming-of-age story with compelling music, traditional African American spirituals set to step choreography. This is not a coming-out story. It's a story about the power of self-love. “In his stirring and stylishly told drama, Tarell Alvin McCraney cannily explores race and sexuality and the graces and gravity of history.” - NY Daily News Tickets: $30 - $32; Purchase tickets online for Choir Boy After you purchase a ticket online, you will need to RSVP for the haptic tour and an audio description headset by contacting boxoffice@shotgunplayers.org, or calling 510-841-6500 ext 303. You may also use these methods to purchase a ticket by email or phone.
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Oct 7(3 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone is encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:30 am: Brookdale Paulin Creek Vision Group (in-person) – Brookdale Paulin Creek is located at 2375 Range Ave, Santa Rosa,
In this low vision and blindness group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, learn techniques for independence and resources available. Earle Baum Center, a Campus of LightHouse is here to support you wherever you are in your changing vision. Open to the public. 1st Monday of each month.
RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692.
6:00 pm: Vision, Peer Led Support Group (online) – Vision runs on a 12-session cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery”. We discuss different topics and share experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. We are people with similar experiences who genuinely want to support one another in all aspects of living independently with our changing vision. Each week the topics are independent, so you can join the group at any week. Reading is not required. However, if you want topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book available on NLS BARD at (DBC11619). Oct 7: Chapter 11, Personal Recovery: A Multi-Front Campaign, focuses on the proactive approach needed for personal recovery after vision changes. It highlights the importance of assertiveness and adjusting to a multi-sensed life through daily practices like organizing spaces, engaging in creative interests, and using technology. The chapter emphasizes the need for shifting away from a sight-dominated world and using other senses for tasks to enhance independence. It also explores the emotional and social aspects of recovery, advocating for community support, maintaining relationships, and finding confidence in one’s self-worth amidst changing circumstances. Oct 21: Chapter 12, A Whole Person Again, emphasizes that life with vision changes can still be fulfilling and independent. Trusting yourself and speaking up are essential steps in regaining control. Support from mentors, rehabilitation programs, or family teams can provide necessary guidance. Building self-trust takes time, but it enables you to assert your needs, continue working, and live fully. With the right tools, you can rediscover a strong sense of self and purpose. RSVP online for Vision Peer-Led Support Group to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Oct 8(6 events) 9:15 am: Exercise class with Denise and Volunteers (hybrid) – In-person participants can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Exercise with Denise or volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. The class takes place in-person at Room 3 and on Zoom. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 am: The Meadows of Napa Valley Vision Group (in-person) – Meadows of Napa Valley located at 1800 Atrium Pkwy, Napa, CA 94559 In this low vision and blindness group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, learn techniques for independence and resources available. October 8, we will have Cathy Mulhern, AT instructor from the Earle Baum Campus, teaching us how to sign up for Uber rides using our cell phones. Paratransit and other forms of transportation will be discussed. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 1:00 pm: Los Visionarios (in-person) – This is a Spanish language social group that meets once a month on every 2nd Tuesday. Beginning, April 9, 2024 the group will alternate the meeting location between the San Francisco Public Library and LightHouse every other month. And feel free to stick around for the Spanish Book Club right after this at 2:00 pm. Please contact Esmeralda Soto 415-694-7323 or via e-mail at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any additional information. Este es un grupo social de habla hispana que se reúne una vez al mes cada 2 martes. A partir del 9 de abril de 2024, el grupo alternará el lugar de reunión entre la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco y LightHouse. También si quieren acompañarnos para el club de libros será a las 2 PM después de Los Visionarios. Comuníquese con Esmeralda Soto al 415-694-7323 o por correo electrónico al ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org para cualquier información adicional 1:00 pm: Vintage House of Sonoma Vision Group (in-person) – Vintage House is located at 264 First Street East, Sonoma In this low vision and blindness group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, learn techniques for independence and resources available. Earle Baum Center, a Campus of LightHouse is here to support you wherever you are in your changing vision. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 2:00 pm: Spanish Book Club (in-person) – This is a Spanish language book club that meets once a month on every 2nd Tuesday. Beginning, April 9, 2024 the group will alternate the meeting location between the San Francisco Public Library and LightHouse. If you’re available, you can also join us for Los Visionarios, the Spanish language social group that meets in the same place just before this at 1:00 pm. Please contact Esmeralda Soto 415-694-7323 or via e-mail at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any additional information Este es un club de lectura en español que se reúne una vez al mes cada 2º martes. A partir del 9 de abril de 2024, el grupo alternará el lugar de reunión entre la Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco y LightHouse. Si están disponibles por favor de acompañarnos para el grupo social de Los Visionarios aquí mismo a las 1 PM Comuníquese con Esmeralda Soto al 415-694-7323 o por correo electrónico al ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org para cualquier información adicional 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 pm to 6:30 pm – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour To RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375. |
Oct 9(4 events) 9:15 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 1:00 pm: Discover the Monarch: Braille & Tactile Graphics Display (in-person) – LightHouse San Francisco, 1155 Market St., San Francisco Get ready for an exciting hands-on experience with the Monarch, the groundbreaking multi-line Braille and tactile graphics display! Developed through a collaboration between the American Printing House for the Blind and Humanware, the Monarch is the first device to offer both detailed tactile graphics and formatted Braille on a single device. Join us at the LightHouse for the Blind as we dive into the future of accessible technology! You’ll be among the first to explore this revolutionary innovation, which lets you access thousands of pre-made tactile graphics and eBooks, and even graph mathematical equations with ease. You will learn how to navigate and orient yourself to the display, gain an introductory understanding of the Monarch’s capabilities, and learn how to access and explore a tactile graphic. This exclusive training, hosted by the LightHouse For the Blind in partnership with the Talking Books and Braille Center (TBBC), is designed for patrons with some Braille knowledge and prior experience with Braille displays. We hope that you will take part in this exciting metamorphosis occurring in the Braille technology landscape. Ready to reserve your spot? Space is limited to six people due to the hands-on nature of this training, so get in touch with us right away. RSVP to Gabe Griffith at GGriffith@lighthouse-sf.org OR 415-694-7680. We can't wait to see you there! 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. These sessions remain a space for student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers that uplift and connect us all. We will return to weekly sessions in the new year! Oct 9: Online Game Day! Oct 23: Music Appreciation: Share the Joy. Bring a song that fills you with joy and tell us why it resonates with you. RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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. |
Oct 10(1 event) 11:30 am: Speak Imagery at the de Young Museum (online) – Margaret Grohne, Supervisor of the Access Docent program at the Fine Arts Museums of SF, announces that docents Victoria Kirby and Lani Shepp will deliver a Zoom presentation, Harvest. As October is a harvest month, the presentation will explore art from various eras and using different media that depict this special season. RSVP online for Speak Imagery at the de Young Museum. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. |
Oct 11
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Oct 12(2 events) 12:00 pm: The Prom, Presented By Berkeley Playhouse (in-person) – Berkeley Playhouse 12:00 pm: Haptic tour begins (15 minutes) A fabulous whirlwind of Broadway magic and small-town drama—and you're invited! The Prom is a celebratory musical about love, courage, and equality that premiered on Broadway in 2018 and was also adapted into a movie musical on Netflix in 2020. When four eccentric Broadway stars seek good PR to get back into the limelight, they make it their mission to help a high school student and her girlfriend attend their prom in Indiana. Tickets: $33 - $55 For more information, to purchase ticket(s), reserve a headset and book a spot in a Haptic Access Tour, please call the box office at 510-845-8542 x351 (box office hours are Mon-Fri 111:00 am to 4:00 pm) or email boxoffice@berkeleyplayhouse.org. 1:00 pm: 50 Years of Art, a Descriptive/Touch Tour at Creative Growth Art Center (in-person) – Creative Growth Art Center Creative Growth, an art center for artists with disabilities, invites you to Fifty Years of Creative Growth. Curated by director emeritus Tom di Maria, the exhibit celebrates five decades of historic art. There will be ample opportunities to feel ceramics, wood sculptures, and more. The Creative Growth Gallery is a ten-minute stroll from the 19th Street BART stop. For more information, visit creativegrowth.org. To RSVP contact Emma Peyton at emma@creativegrowth.org or at 650-399-5622. |
Oct 13(2 events) 1:00 pm: Ecos, Presented by Axis Dance Company (in-person) – B. Way Theater, 3153 17th Street, San Francisco, 1:00 pm: haptic tour AXIS Dance Company presents Ecos,, featuring a lineup of three world premieres with special guest artists Post:ballet. The evening features works from award-winning Spanish choreographer Jorge Crecis, celebrated Bay Area artist Dazaun Soleyn, and AXIS Artistic Director Nadia Adame. Across these diverse artistic perspectives, Ecos unveils the many complex layers of the human experience to illuminate the core of what moves us forward. The evening begins with Adame’s Piel de Luna, which draws inspiration from the mystical energy of the moon – exploring how its gravitational pull not only affects the tides but also weaves invisible threads connecting the human spirit. Following is Soleyn’s Harmony of Souls, a duet which blurs the boundaries between our individual and interconnected experience. The evening closes with Crecis’ epic Blueprints of Being, a collaboration with Post:ballet in which each dancer represents both a real individual and an emblematic archetype, inviting audiences to see parts of their own stories and identities echoed on stage. KN95 masks or similar will be required for all audience members for performances on Sunday, Oct 13. (Extra masks will be available on site.) TicketsBuy tickets for Ecos, Presented by Axis Dance Company. You can also purchase tickets and/or reserve your sport in the haptic tour and audio description headset by contacting boxoffice@odc.dance or 415-549-8534 (Second row reserved for blind/low vision patrons, First row reserved for wheelchair users and those who use mobility aids.) 1:00 pm: The Play That Goes Wrong, Presented by San Francisco Playhouse (in-person) – San Francisco Playhouse Haptic tour: 1:00 pm This Olivier Award-winning comedy is a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where the hapless Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s attempt to stage this 1920s murder mystery devolves into madcap mayhem. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to survive until their final curtain call. Tickets: $30 - $135 Buy tickets online for The Plays That Goes Wrong. For more information, to book a spot in a Haptic Access Tour or to reserve a headset please call 415-677-5956. |
Oct 14(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone is encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 15(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise class with Denise and Volunteers (hybrid) – In-person participants can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Exercise with Denise or volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. The class takes place in-person at Room 3 and on Zoom. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 16(2 events) 9:15 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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. |
Oct 17(4 events) (All day): Superfest Disability Film Festival: On Demand Access (online) (All day) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival, which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. You will have online, on-demand access to all the films that will be screened in-person at the Exploratorium on October 19, along with several films that will be screened exclusively online. On-demand online films access runs the entire Superfest weekend, from Thursday, October 17 at 12:01 am Pacific to Sunday, October 20 at 11:59 pm Pacific. After you unlock a screening, you will have 96 hours to finish watching it, so be sure to sign in and unlock each screening by Sunday night. You may pause and resume at your leisure within this timeframe. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. Access the Superfest 2024 online screenings. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help New tab for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 11:00 am: Earle Baum Vision Group (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. First and Third Thursdays In this low vision and blindness vision group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, have discussions, hear guest speakers and become part of our blindness community. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692.
3:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival: Kickoff Panel (online) – It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. Join us for our Superfest Kickoff Event where we will hear from Alice Wong, and spotlight her new initiative: The Disabled BIPOC Film Collective. Learn from disabled filmmakers Malak Al Sayyad and Jason DaSilva in a panel moderated by Superfest Co-Director Shaina Ghuraya as they discuss past productions, challenges encountered in this profession, and practical tips for creating a more inclusive industry. ASL/CART. Free and online, register at: https://dcc.page/superfest24-opening. 4:30 pm: Make, an After Hours Party at the Museum of Craft and Design (in-person) – Museum of Craft and Design MAKE the Museum of Craft and Design’s After-Hours Party, is an opportunity to creatively connect by exhibition-inspired art. The event is based on the Neon as Soulcraft exhibit. In response to feedback from MCD's newly established Disability Advisory Committee, the first hour, at 4:40, will feature a descriptive audio tour, selected activations, and haptic experiences of Neon as Soulcraft. The first hour is limited to 35 people, and pre-registration is encouraged. At 5:30, the event will include a greater number of drop-in activations. Come for the first hour of this special MAKE event and stay the whole evening to dive deeply into the creative processes, theories, and themes behind the exhibit. Pre-registration for MAKE is encouraged. All activities are free with admission. Cash/Square bar for guests 21+. Complimentary drink tickets for MCD members and sponsors. ID required. Non-alcoholic beverages and snack options are available. All ages are welcome! |
Oct 18(2 events) (All day): Superfest Disability Film Festival: On Demand Access (online) (All day) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival, which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. You will have online, on-demand access to all the films that will be screened in-person at the Exploratorium on October 19, along with several films that will be screened exclusively online. On-demand online films access runs the entire Superfest weekend, from Thursday, October 17 at 12:01 am Pacific to Sunday, October 20 at 11:59 pm Pacific. After you unlock a screening, you will have 96 hours to finish watching it, so be sure to sign in and unlock each screening by Sunday night. You may pause and resume at your leisure within this timeframe. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. Access the Superfest 2024 online screenings. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help New tab for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 2:30 pm: Superfest Shorts Award Winners Screening on Zoom (online) – It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. Frpm the Superfest organizer's: Because we know the Eventive site might be too daunting for some of our community members, we’re screening selections from this year’s Superfest award winners on Zoom! ASL (for live dialogue only) | captions | open audio description Register for the Superfest Shorts Award Winners Screening on Zoom. |
Oct 19(4 events) (All day): Superfest Disability Film Festival: On Demand Access (online) (All day) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival, which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. You will have online, on-demand access to all the films that will be screened in-person at the Exploratorium on October 19, along with several films that will be screened exclusively online. On-demand online films access runs the entire Superfest weekend, from Thursday, October 17 at 12:01 am Pacific to Sunday, October 20 at 11:59 pm Pacific. After you unlock a screening, you will have 96 hours to finish watching it, so be sure to sign in and unlock each screening by Sunday night. You may pause and resume at your leisure within this timeframe. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. Access the Superfest 2024 online screenings. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help New tab for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 9:30 am: SF Achilles Chapter Regular Guided Walking, Jogging, and Running Workouts (in-person) – Join the SF chapter of Achilles in regular guided endurance workouts - whether you prefer to run, walk, or roll! Achilles Overview: Achilles International is a global organization operating in 18 countries, including several US chapters. Its goal is to empower people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Welcoming Athletes and Guides: Achilles welcomes people of all ages living with a disability to join us for a run, walk or roll. Membership is free! SF Chapter: Holds inclusive workouts where everyone is welcome to be paired with a volunteer guide, or chart their own course. Also supports athletes in endurance races, including the SF Marathon. How to join: Email Achilles at achillessfbayarea@gmail.com to join and learn more about when and where we will be hosting Achilles workouts! Typically they are held at 9:30 AM on the first and third Saturday of each month at Judah & Great Highway. Please email to confirm. 12:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival @ the Exploratorium (in-person) – Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco Matinee: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (doors open at 11) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. Films are different at the 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm screenings, so you’re encouraged to join us for both, as spoons allow! There will be a panel and Q&A after films at the 3:00 pm screening. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. (Names of films that will play at the in-person screening are below.) Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. This pass is good for all in-person and online screenings. If you are joining in person, please mark if you are attending the 12:00 pm or 3:00 pm screening, or mark both if you plan to attend both. Includes: ASL (Deaf interpreters) for all live dialogue, CART and closed audio description. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 12:00 pm matinee film lineup
3:00 pm afternoon film lineup
The 3:00 pm films will be followed by a panel and Q&A with some of our Superfest 2024 jurors. 3:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival @ the Exploratorium (in-person) – Exploratorium, Pier 15, San Francisco Matinee: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (doors open at 11) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. Films are different at the 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm screenings, so you’re encouraged to join us for both, as spoons allow! There will be a panel and Q&A after films at the 3:00 pm screening. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. (Names of films that will play at the in-person screening are below.) Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. This pass is good for all in-person and online screenings. If you are joining in person, please mark if you are attending the 12:00 pm or 3:00 pm screening, or mark both if you plan to attend both. Includes: ASL (Deaf interpreters) for all live dialogue, CART and closed audio description. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 12:00 pm matinee film lineup
3:00 pm afternoon film lineup
The 3:00 pm films will be followed by a panel and Q&A with some of our Superfest 2024 jurors. |
Oct 20(3 events) (All day): Superfest Disability Film Festival: On Demand Access (online) (All day) It's time for the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival, which features films and storytelling that bring depth and breadth to disabled lives and experiences. You will have online, on-demand access to all the films that will be screened in-person at the Exploratorium on October 19, along with several films that will be screened exclusively online. On-demand online films access runs the entire Superfest weekend, from Thursday, October 17 at 12:01 am Pacific to Sunday, October 20 at 11:59 pm Pacific. After you unlock a screening, you will have 96 hours to finish watching it, so be sure to sign in and unlock each screening by Sunday night. You may pause and resume at your leisure within this timeframe. Read a summary of all the Superfest 2024 films. Purchase a Superfest 2024 film pass. Access the Superfest 2024 online screenings. If you need tech support with our Eventive Site, visit: https://watch.eventive.org/help New tab for useful FAQs and 24/7 chat. For any other access questions, email pklinst@sfsu.edu. Thank you for being a part of Superfest! 12:45 pm: Dance Series 1, Presented by Smuin Ballet – Cowell Theater, Fort Manson Center for Arts & Culture 12:45 pm: haptic tour Dance Series 1 Dance Series 1 introduces two choreographers to Smuin audiences, Jennifer Archibald and Matthew Neenan. Archibald, globally in demand, creates a World Premiere in her first project with Smuin. Neenan, declared “one of the most appealing and singular choreographic voices in ballet today” by The New York Times, also makes his Smuin debut. His character-driven The Last Glass, set to music by the indie-rock band Beirut, is the perfect showcase for the individuality of Smuin’s Artists. Rounding out the program is Amy Seiwert’s Renaissance, set to music by Kitka Women’s Vocal Ensemble, which returns to the Bay Area following its New York premiere at The Joyce Theater. Get more info about Dance Series 1, Buy tickets online for Dance Series 1. You can also buy tickets and/or RSVP space in the haptic tour and an audio description headset by contacting 415-912-1899 or boxoffice@smuinballet.org.
4:00 pm: Superfest Disability Film Festival: Community Conversation (online) – Get together with Superfest filmmakers and attendees for a virtual conversation with your community. What did you love about the 2024 Superfest Disability Film Festival? How did it feel to see our stories without the stereotypes or pity? What was your best laugh? What film went over your head? Learn from the filmmakers about their process and inspiration; chat with fellow attendees about their perspectives and interpretations. Let’s talk about it all! Bianca Laureano, our incredible Cafe Crip moderator, will facilitate the conversation. ASL/CART. Free and online, register at https://dcc.page/superfest2024-community-chat. |
Oct 21(3 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone is encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 am: Spring Lake Village Vision Group (in-person) – Spring Lake Village is located at 5555 Montgomery Dr., Santa Rosa
For this month, residents chose the topic. “Living Better with Low Vision” In this low vision and blindness group, we come together to share our experiences, socialize, learn techniques for independence and resources available. Earle Baum Center, a Campus of LightHouse is here to support you wherever you are in your changing vision. Meetings on the 3rd Mondays.
RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692.
6:00 pm: Vision, Peer Led Support Group (online) – Vision runs on a 12-session cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery”. We discuss different topics and share experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. We are people with similar experiences who genuinely want to support one another in all aspects of living independently with our changing vision. Each week the topics are independent, so you can join the group at any week. Reading is not required. However, if you want topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book available on NLS BARD at (DBC11619). Oct 7: Chapter 11, Personal Recovery: A Multi-Front Campaign, focuses on the proactive approach needed for personal recovery after vision changes. It highlights the importance of assertiveness and adjusting to a multi-sensed life through daily practices like organizing spaces, engaging in creative interests, and using technology. The chapter emphasizes the need for shifting away from a sight-dominated world and using other senses for tasks to enhance independence. It also explores the emotional and social aspects of recovery, advocating for community support, maintaining relationships, and finding confidence in one’s self-worth amidst changing circumstances. Oct 21: Chapter 12, A Whole Person Again, emphasizes that life with vision changes can still be fulfilling and independent. Trusting yourself and speaking up are essential steps in regaining control. Support from mentors, rehabilitation programs, or family teams can provide necessary guidance. Building self-trust takes time, but it enables you to assert your needs, continue working, and live fully. With the right tools, you can rediscover a strong sense of self and purpose. RSVP online for Vision Peer-Led Support Group to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Oct 22(2 events) 9:15 am: Exercise class with Denise and Volunteers (hybrid) – In-person participants can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Exercise with Denise or volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. The class takes place in-person at Room 3 and on Zoom. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 2:00 pm: Labyrinth Walk (in-person) – Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Labyrinths are an ancient archetypal symbol of transformation and mindfulness. We walk the special 39 inches-wide side path with brick curbs on each side to guide the traveler forward. White cane users, dog guides, wheelchairs and walkers are all welcome. In the open center you will find a peace pole to orient the direction of the path out. To the side there is a 60 ft. long curved bench to sit on for peaceful contemplation and reflection. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 23(3 events) 9:15 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. These sessions remain a space for student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers that uplift and connect us all. We will return to weekly sessions in the new year! Oct 9: Online Game Day! Oct 23: Music Appreciation: Share the Joy. Bring a song that fills you with joy and tell us why it resonates with you. RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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. |
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Oct 27(1 event) 2:00 pm: Mummenschanz: 50 Years, Presented by Cal Performances (in-person) – Cal Performances Zellerbach Hall The delightful Swiss mime troupe Mummenschanz visits with a retrospective program celebrating 50 years of wonderfully inventive—and totally silent!—storytelling. The company resurrects mesmerizing larger-than-life creatures and creations from its favorite repertoire, such as the Clay Masks and the Toilet Paper Faces, the delicate air-filled Giants and the Pipe Creature, bringing them to life with its distinctive charm and wit. A visual feast for all ages! “The group has to be seen—and sometimes touched—to be believed. But if you imagine the Muppets heavily influenced by French surrealism and a few psychotropics, you will have some idea” (The New York Times). You can also buy tickets and/or RSVP an audio description heaset by contacting 5106-429-988 or tickets@calperformances.org. |
Oct 28(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone is encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 29(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise class with Denise and Volunteers (hybrid) – In-person participants can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Exercise with Denise or volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. The class takes place in-person at Room 3 and on Zoom. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Oct 30(2 events) 9:15 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center. RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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. |
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Nov 2(1 event) 7:30 pm: King James, Presented By TheatreWorks (in-person) – TheatreWorks In Rajiv Joseph’s brilliant and slam-dunk new comedy, superfans Matt and Shawn forge a friendship through a shared love of their hometown Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James. Spanning 12 years from James’ 2004 rookie season to 2016 NBA championship, tensions mount both on and off the court for the duo in this honest exploration of love, grace, and the power of a good game to bring people together. The live audio description for the performance is provided by Gravity Access Services, Inc. Tickets Two performances will have audio description. Saturday, November 2 at 8:00 pm - purchase tickets You can also purchase a ticket and/or reserve an audio description headset by contacting the box office Tuesday though Sunday from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 877-662-8978 or boxoffice@theatreworks.org. If you are picking up a headset, please arrive 30 minutes before the performance. |
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!
