The week's events
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Smuin Ballet's Dance Series 2: Audio-Described Performance and Haptic Access Tour (in-person)
Smuin Ballet's Dance Series 2: Audio-Described Performance and Haptic Access Tour (in-person)
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May 12Blue Shield of California Theater at YBCA
700 Howard St, San FranciscoHaptic Access Tour begins at 12:30 pm
Performance begins at 2:00 pmThe final series in our 30th anniversary season, Dance Series 2 includes 4 short ballets, including a world premiere inspired by the life and music of Elvis Presley.
Dance Series 2 celebrates where we’ve been and where we’re going. Annabelle Lopez Ochoa takes inspiration from the life of Elvis in Tupelo Tornado, her first creation for Smuin. Amy Seiwert’s Broken Open, which the San Francisco Chronicle called “fresh, challenging, and relevant” at its 2015 premiere, returns, as well as Smuin Artist Brennan Wall’s Untwine, with its inventive and swirling lifts. Michael Smuin’s Starshadows, a dreamy piece for three couples to a Ravel score and one of his earliest works for the Company, completes the program.
Purchase tickets online for Smuin Ballet's Dance Series 2 or email boxoffice@smuinballet.org.
To purchase tickets by phone, book a spot in a Haptic Access Tour, or to reserve an audio descriptoin headset please call the box office at 415-912-1899.
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National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
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May 14The 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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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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May 15Bay 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 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: The gym is located at 2100 Browning St. BerkeleyFor 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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Adaptive Yoga With Nancy Yates at the San Francisco Public Library (in-person)
Adaptive Yoga With Nancy Yates at the San Francisco Public Library (in-person)
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May 16The Talking Books and Braille Center (TBBC), located at 100 Larkin Street on the second floor of Main Branch of the San Francisco Public Library. TBBC is offering a series of five classes on March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, and July 18 from 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm.
Adaptive yoga is a type of yoga that is inclusive of all body types and abilities. It is accessible to anyone, and various modifications are taught, allowing the poses to be adjusted to specific needs and abilities. Nancy Yates is offering a gentle yoga class, specifically designed for people with low vision or blindness of all age groups and experience levels. Nancy has been practicing yoga for 46 years and teaching since 1996. She has introduced Adaptive Yoga to the SF LightHouse, TBBC, SFVAMC, and other organizations. The class will move slowly and mindfully to calm the nervous system, stretch the body and build strength and stability. Please bring a blanket if you have one, as it can get chilly.
Yoga mats will be provided for each class, but space is limited, so please call 415-557-4253 to register.
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!
