LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, September 25 for an agency-wide all-staff event.
Events in September 2024
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Sep 3(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 . 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. 5:00 pm: Radically Rethinking Museum Access Discussion at USF (hybrid) – McLaren Conference Center Join Finnegan Shannon and Andrea Torrice, room 250 at the McLaren Building at University of San Francisco for a conversation on Radically Rethinking Museum Accessibility (click here for the USF map link). Finnegan Shannon, a Bay Area native and New York City-based artist whose work centers the experience of people living with disabilities, will be in conversation with acclaimed documentary filmmaker, former Museum Studies MA student, and accessibility advocate, Andrea Torrice. They will discuss Finnegan’s art and ways to radically rethink accessibility within museums and cultural heritage organizations. If you attend in person, masks are highly encouraged for the safety of others. The event is also Zoom accessible via Hyflex. The conversation will be live-captioned and include ASL interpretation. All visual materials will be described. If you need accommodations or wheelchair access, contact Student Leadership and Engagement at 415-422-7256 or email sle@usfca.edu with the name and date of the event as well as the accommodation requested. Questions? Contact Museum Studies Program Manager Javier Plasencia at jplasencia3@usfca.edu. If you plan to attend by Hyflex Zoom, register online for Radically Rethinking Museum Access. |
Sep 4(4 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center.
RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – 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 an in-person 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 in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight 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 low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. 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. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES is evolving! Our Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions will now take place twice a month. These sessions remain a space for student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers that uplift and connect us all. September 4: LightHouse student Dorothy D. shares the story of her writing through two original poems, including “Sweet Saturday Morning.” September 18: Music Appreciation: Share the Joy. Bring a song that fills you with joy and tell us why it resonates with you. RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Sep 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. |
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Sep 7(3 events) 9:30 am: SF Achilles Chapter Regular Guided Endurance Workouts (in-person) – Join the SF chapter of Achilles in regular guided endurance workouts - whether you prefer to run, walk, or roll! Achilles Overview: Achilles International is a global organization operating in 18 countries, including several US chapters. Its goal is to empower people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Welcoming Athletes and Guides: Achilles welcomes people of all ages living with a disability to join us for a run, walk or roll. Membership is free! SF Chapter: Holds inclusive workouts where everyone is welcome to be paired with a volunteer guide, or chart their own course. Also supports athletes in endurance races, including the SF Marathon. How to join: Email Achilles at achillessfbayarea@gmail.com to join and learn more about when and where we will be hosting Achilles workouts! Typically they are held at 9:30 AM on the first and third Saturday of each month at Judah & Great Highway. Please email to confirm. 10:00 am: Community Drum Circle (in-person) – LightHouse headquarters, 1155 Market S., San Francisco Circle up and make a joyous noise! 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. This month, bring your canes of any kind and items to drum on. Let’s change gears this month for a longer morning drum session running from 10:00am to 12:30 with a short break to focus on further building our group vibe and synergy in preparation for serenading the White Cane Day festivities with a rousing round of joyous noise. RSVP to Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. 1:00 pm: Polishing in the Park: Lake Merritt (in-person) – Over the past few years, many blind and low vision teens and adults who attend EHC summer camp have mastered the art of wood polishing, transforming raw wood into beautiful pieces of art. As this craft gains popularity in our community, LightHouse is excited to create more opportunities for friends to gather, connect, and share their passion. To achieve this, we’re bringing back our Polishing in the Park program! These monthly polishing parties will take place in various parks around the Bay Area. Each gathering will offer time to share project updates, learn from that month’s mentor, and, most importantly, enjoy polishing and socializing with your blind and low vision friends of all ages. Students who sign up for the program will receive the basic materials and equipment needed to start wood polishing. Those who stay active in the program and continue to develop their skills will be eligible to receive additional raw materials to create art or gifts for loved ones. Who: LightHouse students of all ages who are blind or have low vision RSVP to Jamey Gump JGump@lighthouse-sf.org 415-694-7372. |
Sep 8(1 event) 1:00 pm: The Night Alive with Audio Description and Haptic Tour (in-person) – Altarena Playhouse Tommy’s just getting by. He’s renting a run-down room in his uncle’s house, rolling from one get-rich-quick scheme to the other with his pal Doc. He comes to the aid of Aimee, who’s not had it easy herself, struggling through life the only way she knows how. Their pasts won’t let go easily, but together there’s a glimmer of hope they could make something more of their lives, something extraordinary, perhaps. With inimitable warmth, style, and craft, this play deftly mines the humanity found in the most unlikely of situations. The Night Alive is the winner of the 2013–2014 New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play. You can buy tickets for The Night Alive online, and then email Kari Warfield General Manager, at generalmanager@altarena.org. to reserve a headset for audio description. You can also buy tickets via your email to Kari. Tickets are $33 for seniors, $35 for adults and $15 for students. Students need to provide a student ID. The live audio description for this performance will be provided by Gravity Access Services, Inc. |
Sep 9(3 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration At Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 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) – Toastmasters Visionaries and guests, 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.
RSVP online for Toastmasters, or contact Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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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(4 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center.
RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – 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 an in-person 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 in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight 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 low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. 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. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 11:30 am: Speak Imagery from the Fine Arts Museums (online) Docents Etta Herbach and Shelley Ford will take us on a journey through the American Beauty exhibit, which features faces and places in the American art collected by Bernard and Barbro Osher. Register for Speak Imagery from the Fine Arts Museums. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the meeting. 7:00 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Sep 12(1 event) 11:00 am: Create in Community Cane and Guide Bling (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 friendly conversation pair nicely with found objects, clay, fun papers, and other materials to create one of a kind, DIY items for fun and function. In this special edition session, get your mobility aid of choice ready for the forthcoming White Cane Day celebration by creating charms, tassels and other bling to adorn your cane, guide or self for the big walk across the Golden Gate Bridge or afterparty. (Please note that the craft room will be closed on 9/19 and 9/26.) RSVP to Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. |
Sep 13(2 events) 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, 4:00 pm: Make the Sweetest Lil' Canes Ever (in-person) – LightHouse headquarters, 1155 Market St., San Francisco What do you get when you cross a safety pin and a lollipop stick with a bit of string and electrical tape? Little canes with a big impact. Calling all students, volunteers, allies, crafters and makers to assemble a fresh batch of our popular white cane pins that will be given out in celebration of White Cane Day. Can we assemble two hundred? Game on! RSVP to Maia Scott at MScott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608. |
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Sep 16(2 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration At Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 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. |
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(5 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center.
RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – 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 an in-person 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 in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight 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 low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. 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. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 12:00 pm: So You Think You Want a Guide Dog (hybrid) – “I need a guide dog! Or do I?” Have you been considering applying for a guide dog and are curious to learn more but don't know where to start? Will daily travel with a guide dog be easier? Are there things you need to know in order to prepare for the application process? Join Orientation and Mobility Specialist Mollie Tunks and Independent Living Skills Specialist Bobbi Pompey for "So You Think You Want a Guide Dog?" on Wednesday September 18th, 2024, from 12PM to 2PM. This workshop covers details to help you decide if a guide dog might be a good fit for you or not. Topics include: Please RSVP to Mollie Tunks at MTunks@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7656 by Wednesday September 11. This workshop will be held in person at the Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Fransisco at 1155 Market Street with a zoom option for those who are unable to attend in person. If you can’t make this workshop, please contact Mollie Tunks to get signed up for future workshops. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES is evolving! Our Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions will now take place twice a month. These sessions remain a space for student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers that uplift and connect us all. September 4: LightHouse student Dorothy D. shares the story of her writing through two original poems, including “Sweet Saturday Morning.” September 18: Music Appreciation: Share the Joy. Bring a song that fills you with joy and tell us why it resonates with you. RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 7:00 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Sep 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. |
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Sep 23(2 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration At Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 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. |
Sep 24(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: 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(2 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices for relaxation and stress reduction for beginners and advanced practitioners. Everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial into Zoom, find a comfortable position. Instructor Ellen Simpson has 50 years of meditation experience. After raising a family and retiring from a career in women's health, she became a resident at San Francisco Zen Center.
RSVP online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
7:00 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Sep 26(1 event) 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(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 28(1 event) 2:00 pm: Journey to Community, A Multicultural Event (in-person) – Spanish, Cantonese, and ASL interpretations will be provided. Come along as we celebrate the rich stories of cultural tapestry within Latinx, Asian, and African American communities through personal narratives, cultural cuisine, and inspiring music. Embark on "A Journey to Community," as our panelists take you on a cultural expedition through three stories that unite blind and visually impaired people from diverse backgrounds. The evening will conclude with DJ music and dancing. Meet our expedition leaders/Panelists
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Sep 30(3 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration At Earle Baum Center (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa Although there isn’t a right or wrong way to meditate, it’s important to find a practice that meets your needs. There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. RSVP to Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. 10:00 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. 11:30 am: Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day (online) – Sonia Gallant and Karen Berniker of the Disability Access office at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are pleased to announce a descriptive Zoom presentation by docent Anne Burns Johnson on Monday, September 30. This DeYoung Virtual Access Day is on the exhibit American Beauty: The Osher Collection of American Art currently on view at the DeYoung. Zoom information and registration links are below. Questions can be directed to Sonia at sgallant@famsf.org, 415-750-7678 T The 19th and 20th centuries were an exceptionally dynamic time in American culture. Anchored by Impressionist and Realist artworks, this exhibition spans the years 1848 to 1960 and presents a variety of artistic responses to this complex period. This gift from Bernard and Barbro Osher enhances the museum’s American art collection with several significant firsts: the first large-scale oil painting by Winslow Homer (The Angler, ca. 1874), the first genre picture by William Merritt Chase (Spanish Bric-à-Brac Shop, 1883), the first major George Bellows landscape (In Virginia, 1908), the first Georgia O’Keeffe images of the Southwest (Front of Ranchos Church, 1930 and The Patio, 1940), plus thirteen artists entering the museum’s collection for the first time. The historic sweep of these paintings, drawings, and sculptures is reflected by several recurring themes, including the adventurous spirit of artists abroad, the enduring allure of Impressionism, intimacy and immediacy of portraiture, and beauty of America’s landscapes and seascapes. Register for Anne’s 11:30 am descriptive docent talk for the Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day. |
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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: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
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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!
