Events in April 2023
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FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer (in-person)
FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer (in-person)
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Apr 1TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
Summary: “To hope is to vote!” Famed activist and civil rights hero Fannie Lou Hamer makes this impassioned rally cry, reminding us that change begins with just one voice. Tracing her steps from sharecropper to activist to political candidate, Fannie takes audiences on a gospel-filled journey of justice and self-determination, inspiring every American to rise up and fight for the vital issues of our time.
There will be three audio-described performances, courtesy of Gravity Access Services. Those performances are:
March 31 at 8:00 pm (pre-show talk at 7:30 pm)
April 1 at 8:00 pm (pre-show talk at 7:30 pm)
April 2 at 2:00 pm (pre-show talk at 1:30 pm)(Additionally, there is an ASL performance and three performances with copen captioning.)
Performances take place at the Lucie Stern Theatre at 1305 Middlefield Rd. Palo Alto, 94301.
Purchase tickets online for FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
After you purchase your ticket, you will also need to contact the box office to let them know you would like a headset for the audio-described performance at 650-463-1960 or boxoffice@theatreworks.org. There will be a talk You can also purchase your tickets this way. Pre-show talks are held 30 minutes before each performance.
Safety info: Masks are required for all attendees.
Visit the FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer TheatreWorks webpage.
View Trailer for FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
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FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer (in-person)
FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer (in-person)
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Apr 2TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
Summary: “To hope is to vote!” Famed activist and civil rights hero Fannie Lou Hamer makes this impassioned rally cry, reminding us that change begins with just one voice. Tracing her steps from sharecropper to activist to political candidate, Fannie takes audiences on a gospel-filled journey of justice and self-determination, inspiring every American to rise up and fight for the vital issues of our time.
There will be three audio-described performances, courtesy of Gravity Access Services. Those performances are:
March 31 at 8:00 pm (pre-show talk at 7:30 pm)
April 1 at 8:00 pm (pre-show talk at 7:30 pm)
April 2 at 2:00 pm (pre-show talk at 1:30 pm)(Additionally, there is an ASL performance and three performances with copen captioning.)
Performances take place at the Lucie Stern Theatre at 1305 Middlefield Rd. Palo Alto, 94301.
Purchase tickets online for FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
After you purchase your ticket, you will also need to contact the box office to let them know you would like a headset for the audio-described performance at 650-463-1960 or boxoffice@theatreworks.org. There will be a talk You can also purchase your tickets this way. Pre-show talks are held 30 minutes before each performance.
Safety info: Masks are required for all attendees.
Visit the FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer TheatreWorks webpage.
View Trailer for FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer.
Meet FANNIE star Greta Oglesby.Queering Dance Festival Frolic (in-person)Queering Dance Festival Frolic (in-person)
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Apr 2Gravity Access Services, who provide accessibility for live performances in the Bay Area, are offering free tickets for blind/low-vision audience members and their companions to the Queering Dance Festival’s FROLIC on April 2.
The Queering Dance Festival (QDF) presents FROLIC, a live dance performance featuring new works by five commissioned LGBTQ+ dance artists. QDF highlights the artistic work and issues on the minds of the Queer, East Bay dance community through events that are opportunities to make cute connections and enjoy meaningful art!
Live audio description will be offered on Sunday, April 2 at both the 5:30pm and 7:30pm shows. A haptic tour will happen 45 minutes prior to both shows at 4:45 pm and 6:45 pm, respectively.
For those interested in performances with ASL interpretation, those shows are on April 1. RSVP information is below.
Show descriptions for audio-described shows:
5:30 pm - Program B: Clarissa Dyas | Xochipilli Dance Company (Héctor Jaime & Carmina Márquez)
Haptic tour starts at 4:45 pm
Héctor Jaime presents Insecta with collaborator Carmina Márquez: a moment of transcendental movement of embodying both characteristics of the masculine and feminine simultaneously; and Codornices en pétalos de rosa, an exploration of love.
Clarissa Dyas presents a new duet with collaborator Gabriele Christian.
7:30 pm Program A: Alyah Baker | Scott Duane | Emma Tome
Haptic tour starts at 6:45 pmAlyah Baker presents Quare Dance, which deconstructs and reimagines ballet through the lens of Black Queer subjectivity, offering a fresh perspective on what ballet is and can be. Based on a research project and installation of the same name, Quare Dance combines movement, text, and adornment to explore the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality.
and this is the sound of my voice, is a solo sound and dance work by emma tome, moving through the terror and relief of recognition. A stumble between dysphoria and euphoria, the dance happens inside a live vocal echo chamber, and reflects the sometimes lonely, aching process of change, transition, and self-knowing.
Scott Duane and collaborators present Join Me on the Hunt, a trio that explores what it means to share their most precious and hard-earned discoveries with one anot
Performances take place at the Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley.
COVID-19 Policy: Masks are required for all audience members inside the lobby and theater. Performers will be performing unmasked and will be testing throughout the performance week.
Please email jessi@shawl-anderson.org to reserve tickets for the audio-description or ASL performances.
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From The Top: Disabled Musicians Pnael Discussion (online)
From The Top: Disabled Musicians Pnael Discussion (online)
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Apr 3Virtual Panel Discussion facilitated by From The Top alum Julia LaGrand (Open to the public)
From the Top’s Learning and Media Lab teams up with the Kennedy Center’s Office of Accessibility & VSA for a virtual panel discussion. The panel will comprise of four musicians with disabilities (Adrian Anantawan, Ophira Calof, Lloyd Coleman, Cristina Jones) and will be facilitated by 18-year-old violinist Julia LaGrand. They will discuss how they have navigated their own careers, how musicians with disabilities can take the lead in crafting their own narratives, how to make disability disclosures and share access needs, and field audience questions.
Closed captioning and ASL interpretation are both available for all webinars. For the most accessible viewing experience, we recommend watching the webinar on a desktop computer or laptop screen. For more information or to request other access services, please contact the Office of Accessibility and VisionServe Alliance (VSA) at 202-416-8898 (voice) or vsainfo@kennedy-center.org.
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Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
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Apr 4Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
April 4: Let's Talk Low-tech
Using access technology involves working with computers, smartphones, and applications with lots of buttons, bells, and whistles... But does it always have to? Join the Access Technology team for an informal discussion about low-tech life hacks for getting things done.
RSVP online for Let's Talk Low-tech or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 11: Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions
Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss the myriad options for making your devices talk. Whether you are a new user or a seasoned screen reading veteran, you won't want to miss this helpful overview.
RSVP online for Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 18: Get Set Up with Settings
Whether you are configuring a new device or troubleshooting a troublesome app, your settings can help you set things up or set things right. Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to confidently explore settings in any situation without disorientation.
RSVP online for Get Set Up with Settings or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 25: HumanWare Highlights
Join us as we discuss low vision and blindness products from long-established access technology manufacturers. This discussion will highlight offerings from HumanWare.
RSVP online for HumanWare Highlights or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
From The Top: Networking Event (online)From The Top: Networking Event (online)
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Apr 4From The Top: Networking Event (Disability-Only Space)
Young musicians who identify as disabled and/or neurodivergent are invited to gather for a networking event to build community and further explore the themes of the previous night’s conversation. Organizers hope that attendees will experience an affirming sense of community and benefit from open dialogue around personal experiences.
Please Note: This event is only open to those who self-identify as disabled and/or neurodivergent. Register for the From the Top networking event.
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Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Apr 6Join the LightHouse’s monthly access Technology Spanish meeting. Tecnología para todos is a space where users share their knowledge and experience. Each month, we talk about services, applications and devices available for blind and low vision users. This event will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone.
Zoom meeting details will be provided when you rsvp by email to: jcolon@lighthouse-sf.org or by calling 415-694-7323.
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Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
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Apr 7We all need an escape at times, and with the Real Escape Audio Description Club you can do just that with your blind and low vision friends. Our weekly gathering takes place Friday evenings at 8:00 pm, where we watch the next episode of our series and connect with LightHouse and EHC friends.
After the Daredevil and Wednesday series, the club has chosen to watch The Last of Us.
***Parents Please Note*** The Last of Us is rated TV-MA and may not be suitable for children under 17 years old. IMDB has a parental guide that goes into greater detail about why the show received this rating.
IMDB The Last of Us content guide
Zoom meeting information will be shared with those that RSVP by 5:00 pm the day before the program. RSVP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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College Spaces in the Community: Exploring Chinatown (in-person)
College Spaces in the Community: Exploring Chinatown (in-person)
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Apr 8San Francisco is filled with interesting spaces to explore, and this April we’re inviting all College Spaces members to join us for a day in Chinatown. Cool shops and great food are only some of the things that await us, and we are excited to explore this part of the city with you all!
Remember to bring your Clipper cards, money for any shopping and food you might want, and meet us at LightHouse Headquarters, at 1155 Market, San Francisco, by 11:00 am.
College Spaces from Different Places is a peer-led student organization which cultivates connections and community for all undergraduate college students. This group is designed by and for students who are blind and who have low vision to have fun, build community, and share in our struggles and accomplishments. Many undergrads are currently missing out on forming social connections on their own college campus. Therefore, joining College Spaces from Different Places will give you an opportunity to come together with others from across the state. Leave your books and syllabi behind and join us.
RSVP by April 7 to Daisy Soto at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org 415-694-7328. You may also contact Daisy with any questions.
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Test SubmissionTriumph of Love Haptic Tour & Audio-Described Performance (in-person)
Triumph of Love Haptic Tour & Audio-Described Performance (in-person)
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Apr 9Shotgun Players in Berkeley is presenting a haptic tour and audio-described performance of the musical The Triumph of Love on Sunday, April 9. The haptic tour begins at 4:00 pm and the performance begins at 5:00 pm. The Triumph of Love follows the fierce and driven princess Leonide as she adopts the dress and prerogatives of a man, invades the retreat of a rationalist philosopher who hates love (and her!), and conspires to win the object of her desire. As the emotional stakes rise, confusion abounds in hilarious and dramatic ways.
Buy tickets for The Triumph of Love or call 510-841-6500 ext 303 or email boxoffice@shotgunplayers.org.
The runtime is 2 hours and 30 minutes including two intermissions.
Shotgun Players is located at the Ashby Stage at 1901 Ashby Ave, Berkeley near the Ashby BART station.
More Info
The Triumph of Love main page
The Triumph of Love haptic tour info
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Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
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Apr 11Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
April 4: Let's Talk Low-tech
Using access technology involves working with computers, smartphones, and applications with lots of buttons, bells, and whistles... But does it always have to? Join the Access Technology team for an informal discussion about low-tech life hacks for getting things done.
RSVP online for Let's Talk Low-tech or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 11: Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions
Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss the myriad options for making your devices talk. Whether you are a new user or a seasoned screen reading veteran, you won't want to miss this helpful overview.
RSVP online for Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 18: Get Set Up with Settings
Whether you are configuring a new device or troubleshooting a troublesome app, your settings can help you set things up or set things right. Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to confidently explore settings in any situation without disorientation.
RSVP online for Get Set Up with Settings or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 25: HumanWare Highlights
Join us as we discuss low vision and blindness products from long-established access technology manufacturers. This discussion will highlight offerings from HumanWare.
RSVP online for HumanWare Highlights or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
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Apr 11The 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
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Chapter MeetingTo RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375.
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Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
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Apr 14We all need an escape at times, and with the Real Escape Audio Description Club you can do just that with your blind and low vision friends. Our weekly gathering takes place Friday evenings at 8:00 pm, where we watch the next episode of our series and connect with LightHouse and EHC friends.
After the Daredevil and Wednesday series, the club has chosen to watch The Last of Us.
***Parents Please Note*** The Last of Us is rated TV-MA and may not be suitable for children under 17 years old. IMDB has a parental guide that goes into greater detail about why the show received this rating.
IMDB The Last of Us content guide
Zoom meeting information will be shared with those that RSVP by 5:00 pm the day before the program. RSVP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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CCB San Francisco Chapter monthly meeting (online)
CCB San Francisco Chapter monthly meeting (online)
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Apr 15The CCB San Francisco Chapter holds its regular meetings on the third Saturday of the month. In March, our meeting will start at 10:00 AM as we join a program about racial equity being presented by Inclusive Diversity of California, a statewide special interest affiliate of the California Council of the Blind, followed by our regular business meeting at 11:30 AM. This event will take place virtually on Zoom and in person at the LightHouse Multipurpose Room, 1155 Market Street, 10th floor. All are welcome.
RSVP to President Vita Zavoli at VZavoli@gmail.com or 510-846-4080.
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Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
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Apr 18Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
April 4: Let's Talk Low-tech
Using access technology involves working with computers, smartphones, and applications with lots of buttons, bells, and whistles... But does it always have to? Join the Access Technology team for an informal discussion about low-tech life hacks for getting things done.
RSVP online for Let's Talk Low-tech or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 11: Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions
Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss the myriad options for making your devices talk. Whether you are a new user or a seasoned screen reading veteran, you won't want to miss this helpful overview.
RSVP online for Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 18: Get Set Up with Settings
Whether you are configuring a new device or troubleshooting a troublesome app, your settings can help you set things up or set things right. Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to confidently explore settings in any situation without disorientation.
RSVP online for Get Set Up with Settings or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 25: HumanWare Highlights
Join us as we discuss low vision and blindness products from long-established access technology manufacturers. This discussion will highlight offerings from HumanWare.
RSVP online for HumanWare Highlights or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Apr 20Join the LightHouse’s monthly access Technology Spanish meeting. Tecnología para todos is a space where users share their knowledge and experience. Each month, we talk about services, applications and devices available for blind and low vision users. This event will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone.
Zoom meeting details will be provided when you rsvp by email to: jcolon@lighthouse-sf.org or by calling 415-694-7323.
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YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
(All day)
Apr 21 – Apr 23When Friday, April 21 at 4:00 pm to Sunday, April 23 at noon
Networking can happen in a variety of ways, some structured and at other times organically, and this April YES participants will get chances to practice their skills in multiple environments. We will be spending part of the weekend at the CTEBVI (California Transcribers and Educators for the Blind and Visually Impaired) conference’s Youth Institute, where students will hear from mentors and professionals who are blind, and participate in various activities that will encourage networking. We will also hear from some blind and low vision mentor spotlights, discuss networking strategies and approaches, and leave plenty of time to socialize with peers!
YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success.
The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.
- Students will get opportunities to practice networking and establish connections with blind and low vision professionals at the CTEBVI Conference. Students will utilize navigation skills, have conversations with mentors about topics such as advocacy, college preparedness, and employment experiences. They will also explore the conference exhibit hall and connect with professionals from various blindness agencies.
- Participants will build a repertoire of work-readiness skills while attending the CTEBVI Youth Institute and participating in lessons on navigation, dressing for success and financial literacy.
- Students will practice their independent navigation skills when taking BART to and from the conference.
- The overnight nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors.
Things to Bring:
- A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.). You may be asked to complete activities electronically.
- Necessities you may need such as any orientation & mobility tools to travel safely, money for transportation to and from the workshop, or personal medication.
If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please:
- Contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. The cost for this workshop is $950 and includes all activities, food, and lodging for the weekend.
- Confirm attendance with Daisy Soto, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in this workshop, contact DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org. Note, space for this program is limited and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior by Friday, April 14.
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
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Apr 21We all need an escape at times, and with the Real Escape Audio Description Club you can do just that with your blind and low vision friends. Our weekly gathering takes place Friday evenings at 8:00 pm, where we watch the next episode of our series and connect with LightHouse and EHC friends.
After the Daredevil and Wednesday series, the club has chosen to watch The Last of Us.
***Parents Please Note*** The Last of Us is rated TV-MA and may not be suitable for children under 17 years old. IMDB has a parental guide that goes into greater detail about why the show received this rating.
IMDB The Last of Us content guide
Zoom meeting information will be shared with those that RSVP by 5:00 pm the day before the program. RSVP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
(All day)
Apr 21 – Apr 23When Friday, April 21 at 4:00 pm to Sunday, April 23 at noon
Networking can happen in a variety of ways, some structured and at other times organically, and this April YES participants will get chances to practice their skills in multiple environments. We will be spending part of the weekend at the CTEBVI (California Transcribers and Educators for the Blind and Visually Impaired) conference’s Youth Institute, where students will hear from mentors and professionals who are blind, and participate in various activities that will encourage networking. We will also hear from some blind and low vision mentor spotlights, discuss networking strategies and approaches, and leave plenty of time to socialize with peers!
YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success.
The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.
- Students will get opportunities to practice networking and establish connections with blind and low vision professionals at the CTEBVI Conference. Students will utilize navigation skills, have conversations with mentors about topics such as advocacy, college preparedness, and employment experiences. They will also explore the conference exhibit hall and connect with professionals from various blindness agencies.
- Participants will build a repertoire of work-readiness skills while attending the CTEBVI Youth Institute and participating in lessons on navigation, dressing for success and financial literacy.
- Students will practice their independent navigation skills when taking BART to and from the conference.
- The overnight nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors.
Things to Bring:
- A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.). You may be asked to complete activities electronically.
- Necessities you may need such as any orientation & mobility tools to travel safely, money for transportation to and from the workshop, or personal medication.
If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please:
- Contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. The cost for this workshop is $950 and includes all activities, food, and lodging for the weekend.
- Confirm attendance with Daisy Soto, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in this workshop, contact DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org. Note, space for this program is limited and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior by Friday, April 14.
2023 CTEBVI Youth Institute (in-person)2023 CTEBVI Youth Institute (in-person)
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Apr 22Each year CTEBVI hosts a conference that brings blind and low vision students and their families together with the professionals who meet their educational and rehabilitation needs. Throughout this resource-rich weekend participants get the chance to connect with peers and learn about the latest and greatest. The Youth Institute helps youth to do just that while connecting with peers.
The day will be filled with interactive activities and challenges that will address concepts that are important to youth such as technology, navigation, and networking. Each lesson will be led by professionals and a group of mentors who are also blind or have low vision.
This year’s Youth Institute is open for all blind and low vision students in the K-12 school system, as well as our transition age college students that are under the age of 22. To register for the Youth Institute, please complete the online form linked here.
If you have questions about this year’s Youth Institute, please reach out to Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or by phone at 415-694-7372.
Taking on the “Real World”: A Conversation with LightHouse’s Pre-employment Program Graduates @ CTEBVI (in-person)Taking on the “Real World”: A Conversation with LightHouse’s Pre-employment Program Graduates @ CTEBVI (in-person)
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Apr 22This is a workshop that will be held at the CTEBVI Conference at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront (located at 1800 Old Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame).
Foundational soft-skills, leadership, and confidence-building experiences are essential building blocks as students begin planning for college, work opportunities and the “what comes next” conversations. During this workshop, audience members will hear from a panel of blind and low vision graduates of LightHouse’s YES (Youth Employment Services) Academy about how they have taken on college and career opportunities after finishing the program. Students will share on what techniques worked best for them, what training experiences they found most valuable, and what they would like to see in future pre-employment programming. Attendees will have opportunities to ask questions of both the YES graduates and program coordinators.
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YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
YES Weekend Workshop: Conferences and Connections (in-person)
(All day)
Apr 21 – Apr 23When Friday, April 21 at 4:00 pm to Sunday, April 23 at noon
Networking can happen in a variety of ways, some structured and at other times organically, and this April YES participants will get chances to practice their skills in multiple environments. We will be spending part of the weekend at the CTEBVI (California Transcribers and Educators for the Blind and Visually Impaired) conference’s Youth Institute, where students will hear from mentors and professionals who are blind, and participate in various activities that will encourage networking. We will also hear from some blind and low vision mentor spotlights, discuss networking strategies and approaches, and leave plenty of time to socialize with peers!
YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success.
The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals.
- Students will get opportunities to practice networking and establish connections with blind and low vision professionals at the CTEBVI Conference. Students will utilize navigation skills, have conversations with mentors about topics such as advocacy, college preparedness, and employment experiences. They will also explore the conference exhibit hall and connect with professionals from various blindness agencies.
- Participants will build a repertoire of work-readiness skills while attending the CTEBVI Youth Institute and participating in lessons on navigation, dressing for success and financial literacy.
- Students will practice their independent navigation skills when taking BART to and from the conference.
- The overnight nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors.
Things to Bring:
- A notetaking device or implement (braille note, pen, slate and stylus, phone with keyboard, laptop, etc.). You may be asked to complete activities electronically.
- Necessities you may need such as any orientation & mobility tools to travel safely, money for transportation to and from the workshop, or personal medication.
If you are interested in participating in the April YES Weekend Workshop, please:
- Contact your Department of Rehabilitation counselor to discuss workshop attendance and authorization. The cost for this workshop is $950 and includes all activities, food, and lodging for the weekend.
- Confirm attendance with Daisy Soto, Youth Services Coordinator, by email at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. If you have any questions or would like to pay for your participation in this workshop, contact DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org. Note, space for this program is limited and workshop attendance must be confirmed one week prior by Friday, April 14.
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Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
Tech Together: April 2023 (online)
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Apr 25Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
April 4: Let's Talk Low-tech
Using access technology involves working with computers, smartphones, and applications with lots of buttons, bells, and whistles... But does it always have to? Join the Access Technology team for an informal discussion about low-tech life hacks for getting things done.
RSVP online for Let's Talk Low-tech or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 11: Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions
Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss the myriad options for making your devices talk. Whether you are a new user or a seasoned screen reading veteran, you won't want to miss this helpful overview.
RSVP online for Make the Most of Screen Reader Solutions or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 18: Get Set Up with Settings
Whether you are configuring a new device or troubleshooting a troublesome app, your settings can help you set things up or set things right. Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to confidently explore settings in any situation without disorientation.
RSVP online for Get Set Up with Settings or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
April 25: HumanWare Highlights
Join us as we discuss low vision and blindness products from long-established access technology manufacturers. This discussion will highlight offerings from HumanWare.
RSVP online for HumanWare Highlights or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Youth: The Last of Us (online)
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Apr 28We all need an escape at times, and with the Real Escape Audio Description Club you can do just that with your blind and low vision friends. Our weekly gathering takes place Friday evenings at 8:00 pm, where we watch the next episode of our series and connect with LightHouse and EHC friends.
After the Daredevil and Wednesday series, the club has chosen to watch The Last of Us.
***Parents Please Note*** The Last of Us is rated TV-MA and may not be suitable for children under 17 years old. IMDB has a parental guide that goes into greater detail about why the show received this rating.
IMDB The Last of Us content guide
Zoom meeting information will be shared with those that RSVP by 5:00 pm the day before the program. RSVP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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.
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