LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, September 25 for an agency-wide all-staff event.
Events in September 2024
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Sep 1
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Sep 2
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Sep 3(4 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 . 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. 12:15 pm: Ukulele Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa This class includes ukulele chord instruction for beginners, learning songs and singing together as a group. RSVP to Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7832. 2:00 pm: Find Your Balance Class at Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Focuses on body awareness and activity to increase balance. Discussion of fear of falling and home safety. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Sep 4
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Sep 5(2 events) 11:00 am: EBC Vision Group (hybrid) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa In this low vision and blindness support 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. 1:30 pm: Tactile Art Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Stamp Art. design and decorate an already purchased tote bag. We will cut up vegetables to use as our stamps in brightly colored paints. Fun and functional. Volunteer teachers Ellen and Ann and Patricia. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Sep 6
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Sep 7(1 event) 2:00 pm: Hands On Mapping: An Introduction to Tactile Cartography (in-person) – Maps deepen understanding, broaden perspectives, and encourage engagement with our world. However, people who are blind or visually impaired do not have equal access to maps that the sighted population often takes for granted. As one of the few places in the world—and one of the best—producing high-quality tactile maps, the MAD Lab is dedicated to turning inaccessible experiences into inclusive ones. Join the Media and Accessible Design Lab (MAD Lab) for “Hands On Mapping: An Introduction to Tactile Cartography” on Saturday, September 7, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 1155 Market St, 10th floor, San Francisco. Getting to 1155 Market Street. We will introduce how blind people use tactile maps. This event is for all: sighted and blind audiences alike – no prior experience necessary. Whether you are new to tactile cartography or already familiar, you will be warmly welcomed, educated, and thoroughly engaged! Featuring speaker Dr. Joshua Miele in conversation with Dr. Yue-Ting Siu (CATT-NW Program Coordinator, WSSB) and Chancey Fleet (Assistive Technology Coordinator, Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library, NYPL), along with a variety of breakout sessions that lead you through the landscape of tactile maps, including:
Food and drink will be served. Entrance is complimentary. Register for Hands On Mapping by August 30 (space is limited). Please forward on to anyone who you think might be interested. |
Sep 8
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Sep 9(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 10(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 . 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. 12:15 pm: Ukulele Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa This class includes ukulele chord instruction for beginners, learning songs and singing together as a group. RSVP to Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7832. |
Sep 11(1 event) 11:00 am: The Importance of Eye Health for Your Overall Well-Being (online) – Join LightHouse’s Low Vision optometrist, Dr. Truyet Tran, as she discusses the link between eye health and general health. Areas of emphasis include an overview of some of the health conditions eye doctors can diagnose with eye exams such as hypertension, diabetes, and stroke, diabetes and its potential impacts on vision, and the importance of routine eye exams. If you are a resident of California, this program is of no cost to you. To RSVP, please email info@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7323. |
Sep 12
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Sep 13(1 event) 9:00 am: Nature and Gardening with Marney Blair at Earle Baum Center (online) – A casual forum to learn tactile, olfactory, and other gardening techniques for low vision, blind gardeners, and nature lovers. We will gather on our phones to hear what is happening in Marney’s garden, learn new techniques, and share our stories with each other. About Host: Marney Blair has been a farmer for 20 years atFulcrum Farm. It was an integrated farm that included turkeys, laying hens, milking cows, and row crops of beans, corn, and edible seeds. The farm also made and sold compost. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692, |
Sep 14
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Sep 15
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Sep 16(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 17(4 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 . 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. 12:15 pm: Ukulele Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa This class includes ukulele chord instruction for beginners, learning songs and singing together as a group. RSVP to Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7832. 2:00 pm: Find Your Balance Class at Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Focuses on body awareness and activity to increase balance. Discussion of fear of falling and home safety. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Sep 18
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Sep 19(2 events) 11:00 am: Earle Baum Center Vision Group Demo of Accessible Voting Devices (hybrid) – For those attending in person, the event is at the Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa. Guest speakers from the League of Women Voters and Registrar of Voters Special event: The League of Women Voters will discuss ballot propositions, their pros and cons and give a hands-on demonstration of accessible voting devices. Discussion will be followed by Q&A. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. You can join in person or via Zoom. 1:30 pm: Tactile Art Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Stamp Art. design and decorate an already purchased tote bag. We will cut up vegetables to use as our stamps in brightly colored paints. Fun and functional. Volunteer teachers Ellen and Ann and Patricia. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Sep 20(1 event) 6:00 pm: 30% and Growing (in-person) – Where: Olfactory Brewing, 2055 Center St, Ste D, Berkeley After a short summertime hiatus, 30% and Growing is back! Join us back in Berkeley as we gather at a new local brewery, Olfactory Brewing, just a short walk from the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. |
Sep 21
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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(5 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. 12:15 pm: Ukulele Class at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa This class includes ukulele chord instruction for beginners, learning songs and singing together as a group. RSVP to Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7832. 2:00 pm: Accessible Labyrinth Walks at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 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. |
Sep 25(1 event) (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. |
Sep 26(1 event) 10:30 am: Earle Baum Center Book Club (hybrid) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa This book club, led by a volunteer, meets regularly to discuss two books. The next books are chosen by the group in the preceding month. All books are available on the NLS Braille and Audio Reading Download. RSVP and send questions to Patricia Jefferson PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. |
Sep 27(2 events) (All day): Untitled Event (All day) 9:00 am: Nature and Gardening with Marney Blair at Earle Baum Center (online) – A casual forum to learn tactile, olfactory, and other gardening techniques for low vision, blind gardeners, and nature lovers. We will gather on our phones to hear what is happening in Marney’s garden, learn new techniques, and share our stories with each other. About Host: Marney Blair has been a farmer for 20 years atFulcrum Farm. It was an integrated farm that included turkeys, laying hens, milking cows, and row crops of beans, corn, and edible seeds. The farm also made and sold compost. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692, |
Sep 28
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Sep 29
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Sep 30(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. |
Oct 1
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Oct 2(2 events) 10:00 am: Changing Vision Changing Life at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center The Changing Vision Changing Life (CVCL) in-person class at Earle Baum Center provides comprehensive information about living with vision loss, while also providing the opportunity to meet others experiencing the same thing. A family member, caregiver, or close friend is also welcome to attend the class, to obtain a greater understanding and be part of the support team. Come to this class and get started. Open the door to your new life! This is a four-week course that will meet once per week, starting at 10:00 am at 2:00 pm. with two 5 minute breaks and one 20 minute break for lunch. The class is geared for both individuals who are experiencing recent vision loss as well as those who desire a review of information. Each week covers an overview of different topics related to the services, equipment, and adaptive methods for a greater sense of independence. Topics include: transportation and travel skills, managing home life with methods for reading, pouring liquids, and use of adaptive technology, social-recreational programs and equipment, and much more. All students participating in this class must have completed a new student orientation and baseline assessments. If you have not completed these steps, please call us at 415-694-7323. If you have completed both requirements, please email Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org to RSVP. 7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online) – Imagine the warmth of a crackling campfire, the sound of laughter, and the joy of shared stories—all from the comfort of your own home! At the EHC Virtual Campfire, happening on the first Wednesday of every month from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, we’re keeping the camp spirit alive and well. Every month, we kick things off with exciting updates on our camp programs and facilities—what’s new, what’s on the horizon, and all the inside scoop! Then, we open the floor for everyone, from alumni to first-timers, to check in, share what’s on their minds, and connect with each other. It’s your chance to catch up with old friends or make new ones in our ever-growing camp family. And what’s a campfire without music? Expect some familiar camp songs, surprise musical performances, and maybe even a special guest or two. You never know what magic the night will bring! Some months we’ll go the extra mile with holiday celebrations, surprise announcements from LightHouse, or other exciting resources that’ll keep you coming back for more. So grab your marshmallows, settle in, and RSVP to join us for an evening of fun, friendship, and campfire vibes. To sign up and get the zoom link for our monthly gathering please RSVP with Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372. |
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Oct 5(1 event) (All day): White Cane Day Celebration (All day)
SAVE THE DATE - WHITE CANE DAY! 2024 White Cane Day Celebration and march across the Golden Gate Bridge! Saturday, October 5, 2024 After such an incredible success and historic White Cane Day march last October, we are at it again in 2024! March with friends from LightHouse and the blind and low vision communities as we come together to traverse the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in celebration of White Cane Day, symbolizing the strength and determination of those who navigate the world with the support of white canes and dog guides. It's not just a march; it's a journey towards inclusion, awareness, and support for the blind and low vision community. Please save the date, mark your calendars, and tell your friends to stay tuned for more details on this empowering event!
RSVPs are now open! Complete the registration form here. |
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!
