LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.
Events in June 2024
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May 30(1 event)
11:00 am: Create In Community (in-person)11:00 am: Create In Community (in-person) – Enter a place of curiosity and discovery with likeminded people. Learn how to make both functional and fanciful things while acquiring new hacks to measure and manage materials with little or no sight. Experimentation, problem solving and good conversation pair nicely with found objects, clay, fun papers and other materials to create one of a kind, DIY items for fun and function. This month, May, let’s break out he air-dry clay and explore hand building techniques to create sculptures and vessels. No RSVPs needed. For questions, contact Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. |
May 31(2 events)
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. 12:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)12:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person) – “Meet me in the kitchen,” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, a Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal. Skills You Will Learn Include:
Spots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613 by April 26. |
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Jun 3(2 events)
9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online) – What does it mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads this call-in forum to discuss the day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. RSVP for The Business of Blindness online or to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 11:00 am: Technology Club at Earle Baum Center (hybrid)11:00 am: Technology Club at Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – This is a blended meeting which means you may attend in person on campus or by phone. |
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Jun 5(1 event)
10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) **Registration Closed***10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) **Registration Closed*** – The Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together course is composed of essential topics recommended for all participants who are new to low vision. Adults 55 and older, in addition to adult clients being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in a virtual course geared towards learning about their changes in vision. Participants will learn practical ways to maximize successful, independent living skills in work, school, and daily living environments. The virtual portion of the course is six classes over three weeks: a 2.5-hour introductory class with a Low Vision Optometrist, Social Worker, and two Certified Low Vision Therapists, followed by five, 2.5-hour classes which will include practical skills taught by the Certified Low Vision Therapists. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, one in-person half-day group lesson, and one individualized lesson for a total of 8 lessons. It is a comprehensive skills training course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the 6 virtual classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Class 7 is a half-day, in-person Group Adaptive Devices and Strategies Demonstration at the San Francisco LightHouse Headquarters. Thereafter, participants are eligible for Class 8, an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson. The six virtual classes will be taught via Zoom Video Conferencing (independent Zoom video skills required for all virtual classes), best viewed on a large screen tablet, laptop, or computer (phone is not recommended for participation in this course due to small screen size for viewing class materials and resource options) at the following dates and times (Pacific Standard Time): Week of April 29: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video call Six online classes Mondays & Wednesdays: May 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 & 22, from 9:45 am to 12:15 pm In-person class Wednesday, June 5 at LightHouse Headquarters in San Francisco from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm: Group Adaptive Devices and Strategies Demonstration. There will be a hour break for provided lunch and further peer interaction. By June 26: In-person individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson tailored to the unique needs of each participant If you are not with the California Department of Rehabilitation, and if you are age 55 and older, living in the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity, there may be partial scholarship funding for training and course materials. For adults working with the California Department of Rehabilitation, please contact your Rehabilitation Counselor directly to discuss participation and referral. The registration for this course is currently closed. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LightHouse Services Orientation and Assessment day. Any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). |
Jun 6(1 event)
11:00 am: Mobile Make Art Activation with the Museum of Craft and Design (in-person)11:00 am: Mobile Make Art Activation with the Museum of Craft and Design (in-person) – The Museum of Craft and Design returns to LightHouse. Our Mobile Make Art Activation for June features a project inspired by LightHouse community art participants expressing a desire to show work in the community that expresses the diverse ways we seGe the world beyond the label of blindness. Join us to create a collage square using tactile materials that will be integrated into an interactive collaboration. You will also have the opportunity to share a bit of your story with MCD staff who will include it on the back of your piece, readable with a Pen Friend. The finished work will travel with the Make Art program throughout San Francisco where people of all ages and abilities will have the chance to experience it haptically and audibly. This is a great chance to be seen and heard in a unique way. We hope to generate at least nine squares. Please consider sharing your voice and your wisdom to help bring the project to life. RSVP to Maia Scott: MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608.
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Jun 7(1 event)
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 AI 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 AI App on iPhone and Android. Cathy Mulhern will be teaching you how to use the Seeing AI 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. |
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Jun 10(3 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person) – Introduction To Access Technology, June 2024 Session Course Description:The Access Technology team is delighted to offer an in-person immersion introducing new students to access technology. Join Kacie Cappello, Fernando Macias, and Jacques Law to explore the concepts and tools you will need to use devices confidently and comfortably. We will discuss access technology vocabulary in an approachable, digestible and jargon-free manner. We will provide overviews of low vision enhancements and spoken feedback tools available for computers, smartphones and tablets. There will be workshops on dedicated devices, getting to know your phone, options for notetaking, access-optimized apps, resources and technical support contacts. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Class Names & Dates:Class 1: What is Access Technology? Class 2: Access Technology on Computers Class 3: Access Technology on Mobile Devices Class 4: Workshops 1, 2, and 3 Class 5: Workshops 4, 5, and 6 Where: Course Prerequisites:To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must: How To RSVP:To RSVP, please send an email to the LightHouse Access Technology department, at@lighthouse-sf.org, and mention that you’d like to enroll in the Introduction To Access Technology course. Space is limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 6. 9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online) – What does it mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads this call-in forum to discuss the day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. RSVP for The Business of Blindness online or to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 5:00 pm: Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)5:00 pm: Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online) – LightHouse Visionaries provides blind and visually impaired people with a supportive and fun environment to develop public speaking and leadership skills, empowering us to enhance our personal and professional lives. Toastmasters is a place to develop skills of self-empowerment. It's a place to practice public speaking, improve communication, and build leadership skills. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. RSVP online for Toastmasters, or contact Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. |
Jun 11(2 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person) – Introduction To Access Technology, June 2024 Session Course Description:The Access Technology team is delighted to offer an in-person immersion introducing new students to access technology. Join Kacie Cappello, Fernando Macias, and Jacques Law to explore the concepts and tools you will need to use devices confidently and comfortably. We will discuss access technology vocabulary in an approachable, digestible and jargon-free manner. We will provide overviews of low vision enhancements and spoken feedback tools available for computers, smartphones and tablets. There will be workshops on dedicated devices, getting to know your phone, options for notetaking, access-optimized apps, resources and technical support contacts. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Class Names & Dates:Class 1: What is Access Technology? Class 2: Access Technology on Computers Class 3: Access Technology on Mobile Devices Class 4: Workshops 1, 2, and 3 Class 5: Workshops 4, 5, and 6 Where: Course Prerequisites:To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must: How To RSVP:To RSVP, please send an email to the LightHouse Access Technology department, at@lighthouse-sf.org, and mention that you’d like to enroll in the Introduction To Access Technology course. Space is limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 6. 10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
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Jun 12(1 event)
9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person) – Introduction To Access Technology, June 2024 Session Course Description:The Access Technology team is delighted to offer an in-person immersion introducing new students to access technology. Join Kacie Cappello, Fernando Macias, and Jacques Law to explore the concepts and tools you will need to use devices confidently and comfortably. We will discuss access technology vocabulary in an approachable, digestible and jargon-free manner. We will provide overviews of low vision enhancements and spoken feedback tools available for computers, smartphones and tablets. There will be workshops on dedicated devices, getting to know your phone, options for notetaking, access-optimized apps, resources and technical support contacts. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Class Names & Dates:Class 1: What is Access Technology? Class 2: Access Technology on Computers Class 3: Access Technology on Mobile Devices Class 4: Workshops 1, 2, and 3 Class 5: Workshops 4, 5, and 6 Where: Course Prerequisites:To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must: How To RSVP:To RSVP, please send an email to the LightHouse Access Technology department, at@lighthouse-sf.org, and mention that you’d like to enroll in the Introduction To Access Technology course. Space is limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 6. |
Jun 13(3 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person) – Introduction To Access Technology, June 2024 Session Course Description:The Access Technology team is delighted to offer an in-person immersion introducing new students to access technology. Join Kacie Cappello, Fernando Macias, and Jacques Law to explore the concepts and tools you will need to use devices confidently and comfortably. We will discuss access technology vocabulary in an approachable, digestible and jargon-free manner. We will provide overviews of low vision enhancements and spoken feedback tools available for computers, smartphones and tablets. There will be workshops on dedicated devices, getting to know your phone, options for notetaking, access-optimized apps, resources and technical support contacts. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Class Names & Dates:Class 1: What is Access Technology? Class 2: Access Technology on Computers Class 3: Access Technology on Mobile Devices Class 4: Workshops 1, 2, and 3 Class 5: Workshops 4, 5, and 6 Where: Course Prerequisites:To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must: How To RSVP:To RSVP, please send an email to the LightHouse Access Technology department, at@lighthouse-sf.org, and mention that you’d like to enroll in the Introduction To Access Technology course. Space is limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 6. 10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
11:00 am: Create In Community Art Class (in-person)11:00 am: Create In Community Art Class (in-person) – Join us in the 11th floor craft room at LightHouse San Francisco for an open studio to finish out your existing projects before Create in Community goes on hiatus until the start of August. We will finish painting air-dry projects, prep materials to take home and continue making cordage, fine-tune mixed media creations and decide what to take home. Join us to finish what you started or to have a look at what we have been creating. Send questions to Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. |
Jun 14(4 events)
9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person)9:30 am: Introduction to AT Summer Session: June 2024 (in-person) – Introduction To Access Technology, June 2024 Session Course Description:The Access Technology team is delighted to offer an in-person immersion introducing new students to access technology. Join Kacie Cappello, Fernando Macias, and Jacques Law to explore the concepts and tools you will need to use devices confidently and comfortably. We will discuss access technology vocabulary in an approachable, digestible and jargon-free manner. We will provide overviews of low vision enhancements and spoken feedback tools available for computers, smartphones and tablets. There will be workshops on dedicated devices, getting to know your phone, options for notetaking, access-optimized apps, resources and technical support contacts. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own bagged lunch. Class Names & Dates:Class 1: What is Access Technology? Class 2: Access Technology on Computers Class 3: Access Technology on Mobile Devices Class 4: Workshops 1, 2, and 3 Class 5: Workshops 4, 5, and 6 Where: Course Prerequisites:To participate and fully benefit from this class, students must: How To RSVP:To RSVP, please send an email to the LightHouse Access Technology department, at@lighthouse-sf.org, and mention that you’d like to enroll in the Introduction To Access Technology course. Space is limited and registration closes on Thursday, June 6. 10:00 am: Museum of Craft and Design: MakeArt Accessible Morning (in-person)10:00 am: Museum of Craft and Design: MakeArt Accessible Morning (in-person) – Location: Museum of Craft and Design, 2569 Third Street (on the T SF Muni line) Join the Museum of Craft and Design for an exclusive look – and feel – of their current exhibits, “Indie Folk” and "Mr. Roboto" Enjoy crafting with prompts and materials inspired by the exhibits, participate in discussions about select audio described works on display and touch art and artifacts from the exhibits. Bring a friend and enjoy a smaller museum space with a relaxed and supportive staff who are ready to help or talk about art. Ticket prices are between $0 and $5. Get tickets to the Museum of Craft and Design MakeArt Accessible Morning. Get more detailed information about happenings during the MakeArt Accessible Morning. After you purchase your tickets (or if you have questions), RSVP to Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. 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. 12:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)12:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person) – “Meet me in the kitchen,” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, a Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal. Skills You Will Learn Include:
Spots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613 by April 26. |
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Jun 17(1 event)
9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online) – What does it mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads this call-in forum to discuss the day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. RSVP for The Business of Blindness online or to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. |
Jun 18(1 event)
10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
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Jun 19
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Jun 20(1 event)
10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
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Jun 21(2 events)
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. 6:00 pm: 30% and Growing (in-person)6:00 pm: 30% and Growing (in-person) – Where: Fieldwork Brewing, 1160 6th Street, Berkeley, 94710 The 30% and Growing crowd heads across the Bay Bridge and into West Berkeley this month, and will be gathering at Fieldwork Brewing. You can get to Fieldwork by catching the 72 bus outside of the El Cerrito Plaza Station and getting off at Harrison Street, or taking the 72R from one of the many BART stations it stops at and stopping at Gilman Street. If you would like to join us for part of the commute, we will be meeting folks outside the El Cerrito Plaza BART station at 5:20 PM, just let us know before the event! Hope to see you all there! Note: This restaurant is wheelchair accessible. RSVP: To Daisy Soto at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328 |
Jun 22(1 event)
10:30 am: Community Drum Circle and Rain Stick Making (in-person)10:30 am: Community Drum Circle and Rain Stick Making (in-person) – Lighthouse San Francisco fitness room and craft room Circle up and make a joyous noise! Bring your favorite drum or sound-maker, and we will have others to loan. Everyone will have a chance to share out loud the rhythm of their heart and soul and invite the group to collaborate on creating a bold and bright soundscape forged by the wisdom of community. Following the drum circle, let’s take a break at noon for lunch (bring your own) as we ride the afterglow of drumming together and enjoy some gentle conversation. Then, let’s create rain sticks from tubes, chicken wire and found materials to create a softer, gentler sounding experience. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a lunch. At 2:30, you will leave the Lighthouse with a spring in your step and a rain stick in hand. RSVP to Maia Scott MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. |
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Jun 24(1 event)
9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online) – What does it mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads this call-in forum to discuss the day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. RSVP for The Business of Blindness online or to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. |
Jun 25(1 event)
10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
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Jun 26
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Jun 27(1 event)
10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online)10:30 am: The Language of Listening (online) – The whistle of a teapot, or bubbles in a pot hint at tasty things to come. The whizz of cars in front of us are warnings, while those traveling beside us are protective. The dial tone that lets us know we are one step closer to speaking to a loved one. In this series of classes we will discuss the many ways we can sharpen our listening skills to make the most of what we hear. Whether your goal is to get out and travel, prepare a special meal, return to school or work, or write the great American novel, we will help you separate the useful signals from all the noise, and to level up your listening skills. Student Criteria:Students interested in this course can be of any skill level and fall anywhere on the spectrum of blindness. They should be comfortable learning in a group setting, willing to actively participate in classes, able to commit to attend all six (6) sessions in there entirety, be able to access the Zoom platform, and be able to hear and understand spoken English and sounds of various pitches/tones. Course Materials: A pair of over the ear headphones with a microphone. Learning Outcomes:
Students will be provided with a foundation of interpreting audio cues when traveling indoors and outdoors Course Schedule:
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Jun 28(1 event)
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. |
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Jul 1(1 event)
11:00 am: Technology Club at Earle Baum Center (hybrid)11:00 am: Technology Club at Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – This is a blended meeting which means you may attend in person on campus or by phone. |
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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!
