LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, September 25 for an agency-wide all-staff event.
The week's events
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Sep 22
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Sep 23(1 event) 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. |
Sep 24(3 events) 9:15 am: Exercise Class at Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 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: PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 . 10:00 am: What is a Low Vision Exam, and What is the Benefit to Me? (online) – Our Low Vision optometrist, Dr. Truyet Tran, will facilitate a conversation where students will increase their understanding of the meaning of low vision and different types of vision loss. Students will also learn what a low vision exam is, and the difference between a low vision optometrist and the general eyecare provider. There is no cost to join this program for Low Vision and Blind Adults 55 years and older interested in learning and living in the following counties: Mendocino, Lake, Colusa, Trinity, Del Norte, Napa, Siskiyou, Shasta, Modoc, Alpine Tehama, Plumas and Lassen. This program is funded by the California State Department of Rehabilitation Older Individuals who are Blind Program. To RSVP, please email info@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7323. 11:00 am: Tap Dancing with Denise at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Learn beginning tap dance basics in this descriptive class. Denise will verbally describe each movement, demonstrate the sounds the taps make, and work with each person individually to insure their understanding of the step or combination. The focus is balance and spatial awareness, knowledge of the tap steps, while in a fun supportive environment. RSVP to Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7832. |
Sep 25(3 events) (All day): Annual All-Staff Event (LightHouse Closed) (All day) LightHouse for the Blind will be closed on September 25 as the day will be used for an agency-wide annual all-staff event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage you to conduct any LightHouse business on another day. Thank you from the LightHouse team. 9:30 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. |
Sep 26(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome! For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room! |
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Sep 28
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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!
