Events in September 2023
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Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
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Sep 1This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
“Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal.
Skills You Will Learn Include:
Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace
Measuring wet and dry ingredients
Using knives, kitchen appliances, blindness/low vision gadgets and other “tools of the trade”
Understanding how to build flavor profiles, decipher lingo used in recipes, and determine the doneness of food
Serving, garnishing, and presenting meals with multiple dishes to friends and family, and other guestsSpots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th.
Course Schedule:
Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
This session will include staff/student introductions, a course overview, a tour of the kitchen, and an introduction to basic techniques for navigating a kitchen. Class will conclude with a lesson on pouring and spreading and the preparation of a snack.Session 2: September - Cracking the Code
By the end of this session, you will understand how to decipher common recipe lingo, develop delicious flavor profiles with spices stock a pantry with basic staples, and shop for groceries independently. Techniques for measuring will be used to create a spice rub and/or basic sauce.Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done
Knife skills are the main focus of this session. Students will make a simple one-pot soup and learn to determine when food is done.Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates
This class marks the transition into the more advanced portion of the course. Labeling, organizing, blindness devices, kitchen gadgets, and the use of small appliances will be covered as ways to add efficiency to meal preparation. You will prepare a three part meal during this session.Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches
Taking all the skills of previous classes you will learn to; serve themselves, serve others, set a table, decorate and/or garnish a meal.This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor.
RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613.
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Labor Day Holiday (LightHouse Closed)
Labor Day Holiday (LightHouse Closed)
(All day)
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Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
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Sep 5Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
September 5: Stream on with Video Streaming Services
Join the Access Technology team in a discussion all about video streaming apps. We will talk about popular streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and more! We will also discuss different video resolutions.RSVP online for Stream on with Video Streaming Services or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 12: All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories
Join the Access Technology team as we explore how to use the iPhone to record and edit your videos. We will talk about considerations before starting the recording, apps you can use for editing, and peripheral accessories that can enhance your videos.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 19: All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories
Join the Access Technology Team as we continue our discussion on video recording gear. We will talk about DSLR cameras, GoPros, and a host of other dedicated video recorders. We will also discuss lenses, filters, mounts, and more.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 26: Vlogging in View
Join the Access Technology team as we discuss how to upload your videos for the world to see. We’ll discuss the different platforms available and accessibility considerations.RSVP online for Vlogging in View or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Sep 6We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfo rtable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP online to Stress Reduction and Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES: September 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: September 2023 (online)
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Sep 6Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations. Individual check-ins and gratitude-closers follow presentations.
September 6: Poetry Readings from Writers' Lane Workshop participants and other works.
September 20: Guest, DeAnna Quietwater Noriega, author of Fifty Years of Walking with FriendsRSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Sep 6Bay 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.
EHC Virtual Campfire (online)EHC Virtual Campfire (online)
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Sep 6These fun-filled evenings will consist of Enchanted Hills Camp updates, songs, alumni check-ins and LightHouse information and resources. All are welcome to join.
RSVP to Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7642.
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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Sep 7Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
Museum of Craft & Design Mobile Make Art Activation (in-person)Museum of Craft & Design Mobile Make Art Activation (in-person)
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Sep 7The Museum of Craft & Design (MCD) returns for a series of monthly artmaking sessions featuring projects, processes and prompts inspired by their latest exhibitions. Whether you craft, build, paint, garden, sew or sculpt at any level experience, MCD's Mobile Make art activations are sure to push your envelope or meet you in your happy place. Come to the craft room on the 11th floor of Lighthouse San Francisco HQ for good times with great people.
RSVP to Maia Scott at Mscott@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7608.
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Sep 7Join 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.
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)
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Sep 7Are you looking for a thrilling escape into the world of science fiction and mystery? Look no further! The Reel Escape Audio Description Club is back this fall, bringing together blind and low vision teens and young adults for an exciting social gathering over an audio-described TV show.
We'll be embarking on an unforgettable journey into the 1980s with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. This captivating show revolves around a group of kids in a small town, facing supernatural mysteries, government conspiracies, and the enigmatic powers of a mysterious girl with psychokinetic abilities.
Every Thursday evening at 8:00 pm, join us via Zoom to watch the latest episode of Stranger Things and connect with your LightHouse and EHC friends. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of excitement and adventure while enjoying the company of like-minded peers.
Check out the official Stranger Things trailer.
Parents, Please Take Note: Stranger Things is rated TV-14 for horror elements and language, which may not be suitable for kids under 17. While Seasons 1-3 were rated TV-14, Season 4 received a TV-MA rating. For more detailed information, you can check the Stranger Things Parental Guide. If you are under 18 and wish to join this series, we kindly request your parent or guardian to contact a LightHouse Youth Team member with written permission for your participation.
RVSP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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2023 Rafting and Overnight Campout with ETC (in-person)
2023 Rafting and Overnight Campout with ETC (in-person)
(All day)
Sep 8 – Sep 9As we make our way into fall, the LightHouse invites students of all ages to join us for our next adventure with Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC). This time, we head east to the South Fork of the American River for an overnight campout and whitewater rafting adventure with your blind and low-vision friends.
Our trip will depart from the Ed Roberts Campus in Berkeley, on Friday, September 8 at 2:00 pm. We will head up to the ETC Camp in Lotus California where we will make dinner as a group and enjoy an evening under the stars. The next morning after we make breakfast, our day-long paddle will begin. After a fun day on the water led by our experienced ETC Guides, our group will make the trip back to Ed Roberts Campus in Berkely in the evening. This trip is open for youth and adults ages 14 and up and is $150.00 per participant. This includes, rafting equipment, overnight campout, transportation to the rafting site, and meals throughout the adventure.
Who: Youth and Adults who are blind or have low vision, ages 14 and up
What: Whitewater Rafting and Overnight Campout
When: Depart from the Ed Roberts Campus at 3075 Adeline St. in Berkeley at 2:00 pm Friday, September 9, and return to the same space 8:00 pm Saturday, September 9.
Where: South Fork of the American River and ETC’s Overnight Camp located in Lotus CA
Waiver: Each participant must complete and submit both a LightHouse and Environmental Travel Companions form
Cost: The cost of the event is $150.00 per participant. This fee includes, rafting equipment, overnight campout, transportation to the rafting site, meals and snack through the adventure. Spots will only be reserved once payment and the two signed waivers are received.
Transportation: round trip shuttle for this outing from the Ed Roberts Campus is available for those that request a space when they RSVP. Individuals that do not need transportation from the Bay Area may arrange transportation to meet us at the River Camp.RSVP: with Jamey Gump by August 16 at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372. Please note: Space is limited and one’s spot will not be confirmed until all payment and paperwork for this trip is submitted. Please also confirm your transportation needs when RSVPing.
Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
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Sep 8This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
“Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal.
Skills You Will Learn Include:
Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace
Measuring wet and dry ingredients
Using knives, kitchen appliances, blindness/low vision gadgets and other “tools of the trade”
Understanding how to build flavor profiles, decipher lingo used in recipes, and determine the doneness of food
Serving, garnishing, and presenting meals with multiple dishes to friends and family, and other guestsSpots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th.
Course Schedule:
Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
This session will include staff/student introductions, a course overview, a tour of the kitchen, and an introduction to basic techniques for navigating a kitchen. Class will conclude with a lesson on pouring and spreading and the preparation of a snack.Session 2: September - Cracking the Code
By the end of this session, you will understand how to decipher common recipe lingo, develop delicious flavor profiles with spices stock a pantry with basic staples, and shop for groceries independently. Techniques for measuring will be used to create a spice rub and/or basic sauce.Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done
Knife skills are the main focus of this session. Students will make a simple one-pot soup and learn to determine when food is done.Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates
This class marks the transition into the more advanced portion of the course. Labeling, organizing, blindness devices, kitchen gadgets, and the use of small appliances will be covered as ways to add efficiency to meal preparation. You will prepare a three part meal during this session.Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches
Taking all the skills of previous classes you will learn to; serve themselves, serve others, set a table, decorate and/or garnish a meal.This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor.
RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613.
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2023 Rafting and Overnight Campout with ETC (in-person)
2023 Rafting and Overnight Campout with ETC (in-person)
(All day)
Sep 8 – Sep 9As we make our way into fall, the LightHouse invites students of all ages to join us for our next adventure with Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC). This time, we head east to the South Fork of the American River for an overnight campout and whitewater rafting adventure with your blind and low-vision friends.
Our trip will depart from the Ed Roberts Campus in Berkeley, on Friday, September 8 at 2:00 pm. We will head up to the ETC Camp in Lotus California where we will make dinner as a group and enjoy an evening under the stars. The next morning after we make breakfast, our day-long paddle will begin. After a fun day on the water led by our experienced ETC Guides, our group will make the trip back to Ed Roberts Campus in Berkely in the evening. This trip is open for youth and adults ages 14 and up and is $150.00 per participant. This includes, rafting equipment, overnight campout, transportation to the rafting site, and meals throughout the adventure.
Who: Youth and Adults who are blind or have low vision, ages 14 and up
What: Whitewater Rafting and Overnight Campout
When: Depart from the Ed Roberts Campus at 3075 Adeline St. in Berkeley at 2:00 pm Friday, September 9, and return to the same space 8:00 pm Saturday, September 9.
Where: South Fork of the American River and ETC’s Overnight Camp located in Lotus CA
Waiver: Each participant must complete and submit both a LightHouse and Environmental Travel Companions form
Cost: The cost of the event is $150.00 per participant. This fee includes, rafting equipment, overnight campout, transportation to the rafting site, meals and snack through the adventure. Spots will only be reserved once payment and the two signed waivers are received.
Transportation: round trip shuttle for this outing from the Ed Roberts Campus is available for those that request a space when they RSVP. Individuals that do not need transportation from the Bay Area may arrange transportation to meet us at the River Camp.RSVP: with Jamey Gump by August 16 at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372. Please note: Space is limited and one’s spot will not be confirmed until all payment and paperwork for this trip is submitted. Please also confirm your transportation needs when RSVPing.
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The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
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Sep 11What 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 many day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies.
RSVP online for Coffee with Mike Cole or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-760
Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)
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Sep 11Toastmasters is a place to develop skills of self-empowerment. It's a place to practice public speaking, improve communication, and build leadership skills. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 5 PM-7:30 PM.
RSVP online for Toastmasters, or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
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Sep 12Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
September 5: Stream on with Video Streaming Services
Join the Access Technology team in a discussion all about video streaming apps. We will talk about popular streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and more! We will also discuss different video resolutions.RSVP online for Stream on with Video Streaming Services or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 12: All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories
Join the Access Technology team as we explore how to use the iPhone to record and edit your videos. We will talk about considerations before starting the recording, apps you can use for editing, and peripheral accessories that can enhance your videos.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 19: All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories
Join the Access Technology Team as we continue our discussion on video recording gear. We will talk about DSLR cameras, GoPros, and a host of other dedicated video recorders. We will also discuss lenses, filters, mounts, and more.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 26: Vlogging in View
Join the Access Technology team as we discuss how to upload your videos for the world to see. We’ll discuss the different platforms available and accessibility considerations.RSVP online for Vlogging in View 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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Sep 12The 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.
*Please note, this group is not afflicted with LightHouse.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Sep 13We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfo rtable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP online to Stress Reduction and Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Sep 13Bay 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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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Sep 14Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
LightHouse Board of Director's Meeting Open to the Public (hybrid)LightHouse Board of Director's Meeting Open to the Public (hybrid)
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Sep 14Members of the public are invited to attend the Thursday, September 14 meeting of the Board of Directors of San Francisco’s LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting and runs from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm Pacific.
30 minutes will be reserved for public comment and members of the public will have up to three minutes to comment. If you would like to reserve a slot to speak, please complete the LightHouse Public Comment and RSVP Sign Up form. Please submit your comments as far in advance as possible. Comments must be received before noon Pacific on Wednesday, September 13 to be included in the agenda.
If you wish to attend this meeting in person, it will be held at LightHouse San Francisco headquarters at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor, San Francisco. Get directions to LightHouse San Francisco.
If you are attending virtually, please fill out the LightHouse Public Comment and RSVP Sign Up form. Whether you plan to have a public comment or not, you will need to fill out this form in order to get the Zoom info. Zoom information will be emailed to you closer to the date of the board meeting.
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)
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Sep 14Are you looking for a thrilling escape into the world of science fiction and mystery? Look no further! The Reel Escape Audio Description Club is back this fall, bringing together blind and low vision teens and young adults for an exciting social gathering over an audio-described TV show.
We'll be embarking on an unforgettable journey into the 1980s with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. This captivating show revolves around a group of kids in a small town, facing supernatural mysteries, government conspiracies, and the enigmatic powers of a mysterious girl with psychokinetic abilities.
Every Thursday evening at 8:00 pm, join us via Zoom to watch the latest episode of Stranger Things and connect with your LightHouse and EHC friends. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of excitement and adventure while enjoying the company of like-minded peers.
Check out the official Stranger Things trailer.
Parents, Please Take Note: Stranger Things is rated TV-14 for horror elements and language, which may not be suitable for kids under 17. While Seasons 1-3 were rated TV-14, Season 4 received a TV-MA rating. For more detailed information, you can check the Stranger Things Parental Guide. If you are under 18 and wish to join this series, we kindly request your parent or guardian to contact a LightHouse Youth Team member with written permission for your participation.
RVSP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
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Sep 15This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
“Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal.
Skills You Will Learn Include:
Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace
Measuring wet and dry ingredients
Using knives, kitchen appliances, blindness/low vision gadgets and other “tools of the trade”
Understanding how to build flavor profiles, decipher lingo used in recipes, and determine the doneness of food
Serving, garnishing, and presenting meals with multiple dishes to friends and family, and other guestsSpots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th.
Course Schedule:
Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
This session will include staff/student introductions, a course overview, a tour of the kitchen, and an introduction to basic techniques for navigating a kitchen. Class will conclude with a lesson on pouring and spreading and the preparation of a snack.Session 2: September - Cracking the Code
By the end of this session, you will understand how to decipher common recipe lingo, develop delicious flavor profiles with spices stock a pantry with basic staples, and shop for groceries independently. Techniques for measuring will be used to create a spice rub and/or basic sauce.Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done
Knife skills are the main focus of this session. Students will make a simple one-pot soup and learn to determine when food is done.Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates
This class marks the transition into the more advanced portion of the course. Labeling, organizing, blindness devices, kitchen gadgets, and the use of small appliances will be covered as ways to add efficiency to meal preparation. You will prepare a three part meal during this session.Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches
Taking all the skills of previous classes you will learn to; serve themselves, serve others, set a table, decorate and/or garnish a meal.This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor.
RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613.
30% and Growing (in-person)30% and Growing (in-person)
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Sep 15Come enjoy the September sun with new and old friends as we gather at Jupiter at 2181 Shattuck Ave. in Berkeley for drinks, socializing and networking with others. Jupiter is only a short walk away from Downtown Berkley BART. For anyone traveling from San Francisco, there will be a group gathering at Lighthouse headquarters to travel together—RSVP for more details.
Come out and enjoy food, drinks and comradery with others who are blind and low vision as we navigate different aspects of the workforce.
RSVP to Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7642.
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CCB San Francisco Chapter meeting (hybrid)
CCB San Francisco Chapter meeting (hybrid)
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Sep 16You are invited to the monthly meeting of the CCB San Francisco Chapter. All are welcome.You may join us at LightHouse San Francisco or online.
RSVP to Vita Zavoli at VZavoli@gmail.com or 510-846-4080.
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The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
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Sep 18What 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 many day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies.
RSVP online for Coffee with Mike Cole or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-760
Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
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Sep 18Vision is a peer-led drop-in support group that runs on a 12-week cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery.” We discuss different topics and share our experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. Reading is not required. However, if you would like topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book which is available on NLS BARD (DBC11619).
9/4 LightHouse is closed/No group meeting
9/18 Independent Socializing (Chapter 9)
“When to Change Your Operating System: If you have gone to events with a companion till now, going alone can be quite a shock! It can seem as if you suddenly lost a lot more sight. No one is standing beside you, interpreting the scene or finding your friends.”RSVP online for Vision: Peer-led Support Group or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
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Sep 19Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
September 5: Stream on with Video Streaming Services
Join the Access Technology team in a discussion all about video streaming apps. We will talk about popular streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and more! We will also discuss different video resolutions.RSVP online for Stream on with Video Streaming Services or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 12: All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories
Join the Access Technology team as we explore how to use the iPhone to record and edit your videos. We will talk about considerations before starting the recording, apps you can use for editing, and peripheral accessories that can enhance your videos.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 19: All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories
Join the Access Technology Team as we continue our discussion on video recording gear. We will talk about DSLR cameras, GoPros, and a host of other dedicated video recorders. We will also discuss lenses, filters, mounts, and more.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 26: Vlogging in View
Join the Access Technology team as we discuss how to upload your videos for the world to see. We’ll discuss the different platforms available and accessibility considerations.RSVP online for Vlogging in View or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Sep 20We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfo rtable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP online to Stress Reduction and Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES: September 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: September 2023 (online)
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Sep 20Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations. Individual check-ins and gratitude-closers follow presentations.
September 6: Poetry Readings from Writers' Lane Workshop participants and other works.
September 20: Guest, DeAnna Quietwater Noriega, author of Fifty Years of Walking with FriendsRSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Sep 20Bay 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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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Sep 21Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Sep 21Join 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.
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)
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Sep 21Are you looking for a thrilling escape into the world of science fiction and mystery? Look no further! The Reel Escape Audio Description Club is back this fall, bringing together blind and low vision teens and young adults for an exciting social gathering over an audio-described TV show.
We'll be embarking on an unforgettable journey into the 1980s with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. This captivating show revolves around a group of kids in a small town, facing supernatural mysteries, government conspiracies, and the enigmatic powers of a mysterious girl with psychokinetic abilities.
Every Thursday evening at 8:00 pm, join us via Zoom to watch the latest episode of Stranger Things and connect with your LightHouse and EHC friends. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of excitement and adventure while enjoying the company of like-minded peers.
Check out the official Stranger Things trailer.
Parents, Please Take Note: Stranger Things is rated TV-14 for horror elements and language, which may not be suitable for kids under 17. While Seasons 1-3 were rated TV-14, Season 4 received a TV-MA rating. For more detailed information, you can check the Stranger Things Parental Guide. If you are under 18 and wish to join this series, we kindly request your parent or guardian to contact a LightHouse Youth Team member with written permission for your participation.
RVSP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
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Sep 22This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
“Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal.
Skills You Will Learn Include:
Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace
Measuring wet and dry ingredients
Using knives, kitchen appliances, blindness/low vision gadgets and other “tools of the trade”
Understanding how to build flavor profiles, decipher lingo used in recipes, and determine the doneness of food
Serving, garnishing, and presenting meals with multiple dishes to friends and family, and other guestsSpots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th.
Course Schedule:
Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
This session will include staff/student introductions, a course overview, a tour of the kitchen, and an introduction to basic techniques for navigating a kitchen. Class will conclude with a lesson on pouring and spreading and the preparation of a snack.Session 2: September - Cracking the Code
By the end of this session, you will understand how to decipher common recipe lingo, develop delicious flavor profiles with spices stock a pantry with basic staples, and shop for groceries independently. Techniques for measuring will be used to create a spice rub and/or basic sauce.Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done
Knife skills are the main focus of this session. Students will make a simple one-pot soup and learn to determine when food is done.Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates
This class marks the transition into the more advanced portion of the course. Labeling, organizing, blindness devices, kitchen gadgets, and the use of small appliances will be covered as ways to add efficiency to meal preparation. You will prepare a three part meal during this session.Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches
Taking all the skills of previous classes you will learn to; serve themselves, serve others, set a table, decorate and/or garnish a meal.This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor.
RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613.
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The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)
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Sep 25What 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 many day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies.
RSVP online for Coffee with Mike Cole or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-760
Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
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Sep 25Come join the Access Technology department of the LightHouse for the Blind for this exciting class.
What it is: Receive a Victor Reader Stream 3 and attend a four-day class on how to use it. The Victor Reader Stream 3 is the latest model in the Victor Reader product line from HumanWare.
How it benefits you: The Stream allows you to connect to book services such as NLS BARD, NFB Newsline, and BookShare and download directly to the player.
You can also download podcasts and stream internet radio. The Stream 3 features 2.4 and 5 G WiFi connection and Bluetooth capabilities.When: September 25, 26, 27, & 29 (no class September 28). There will be a one hour lunch break each day from noon to 1:00 pm.
Where: LightHouse headquarters building at 1155 Market Street in San Francisco
RSVP: Send an email to AT@lighthouse-sf.org no later than September 19.
Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)
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Sep 25Toastmasters is a place to develop skills of self-empowerment. It's a place to practice public speaking, improve communication, and build leadership skills. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 5 PM-7:30 PM.
RSVP online for Toastmasters, or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
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Sep 26Come join the Access Technology department of the LightHouse for the Blind for this exciting class.
What it is: Receive a Victor Reader Stream 3 and attend a four-day class on how to use it. The Victor Reader Stream 3 is the latest model in the Victor Reader product line from HumanWare.
How it benefits you: The Stream allows you to connect to book services such as NLS BARD, NFB Newsline, and BookShare and download directly to the player.
You can also download podcasts and stream internet radio. The Stream 3 features 2.4 and 5 G WiFi connection and Bluetooth capabilities.When: September 25, 26, 27, & 29 (no class September 28). There will be a one hour lunch break each day from noon to 1:00 pm.
Where: LightHouse headquarters building at 1155 Market Street in San Francisco
RSVP: Send an email to AT@lighthouse-sf.org no later than September 19.
Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)Tech Together: September 2023 (Online)
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Sep 26Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
September 5: Stream on with Video Streaming Services
Join the Access Technology team in a discussion all about video streaming apps. We will talk about popular streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and more! We will also discuss different video resolutions.RSVP online for Stream on with Video Streaming Services or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 12: All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories
Join the Access Technology team as we explore how to use the iPhone to record and edit your videos. We will talk about considerations before starting the recording, apps you can use for editing, and peripheral accessories that can enhance your videos.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 1: iPhone Camera and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 19: All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories
Join the Access Technology Team as we continue our discussion on video recording gear. We will talk about DSLR cameras, GoPros, and a host of other dedicated video recorders. We will also discuss lenses, filters, mounts, and more.RSVP online for All About Video Gear Part 2: Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
September 26: Vlogging in View
Join the Access Technology team as we discuss how to upload your videos for the world to see. We’ll discuss the different platforms available and accessibility considerations.RSVP online for Vlogging in View or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Sep 27We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfo rtable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP online to Stress Reduction and Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
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Sep 27Come join the Access Technology department of the LightHouse for the Blind for this exciting class.
What it is: Receive a Victor Reader Stream 3 and attend a four-day class on how to use it. The Victor Reader Stream 3 is the latest model in the Victor Reader product line from HumanWare.
How it benefits you: The Stream allows you to connect to book services such as NLS BARD, NFB Newsline, and BookShare and download directly to the player.
You can also download podcasts and stream internet radio. The Stream 3 features 2.4 and 5 G WiFi connection and Bluetooth capabilities.When: September 25, 26, 27, & 29 (no class September 28). There will be a one hour lunch break each day from noon to 1:00 pm.
Where: LightHouse headquarters building at 1155 Market Street in San Francisco
RSVP: Send an email to AT@lighthouse-sf.org no later than September 19.
Meet You At The House (online)Meet You At The House (online)
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Sep 27Pull up a comfy chair and join Community Outreach Specialist Sheri Albers in the LightHouse virtual living room to talk about all things LightHouse! Have you been experiencing changes in your vision that have been affecting your daily life, but did not know who to talk to? LightHouse in San Francisco may have the solutions you have been looking for. This is a safe place to bring the questions that you have been wanting to ask. As always, Raqi from the Adaptations Store will be on hand to let us know what is new in the world of low vision and blindness products.
RSVP to Sheri Albers at SAlbers@LightHouse-sf.org or 415-694-7331.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Sep 27Bay 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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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Sep 28Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
1155 Performance Salon (in-person)1155 Performance Salon (in-person)
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Sep 28Come up to the tenth floor of 1155 Market St. for stellar community, refreshment and performance. Enjoy one headliner for an hour after five 5-minute warmup acts.
For our first of six salons, we will be treated to the vibrant Latin Jazz of Jorge Ellington and the Esencia Latin Jazz Ensemble. Plus, warm up for the main act with a curated selection of five five-minute works by blind and disabled performers, ranging from spoken word and comedy to music and movement.
About Our Headliner:
Jorge Ellington is a local musician, singer and song writer of the Esencia Latin Jazz Ensemble. The band was started in 1978. The original band consisted of 14 members and was called Esentia, then Orq Esencia. The band has evolved through the years undergoing changes in composition and name.Today, the band now called The Esencia Latin Jazz Ensemble, is a smaller version of the original orchestra. The band led by Jorge Ellington, has shared the stage with many performers including Celia Cruz, El Gran Combo, Tito Puente, Willie Colon, Hector Lavoe, La Lupe, and many more. The group has performed at many venues locally and abroad.
Jorge Ellington and his band have recorded and released 2 albums Esencia and Fuerza Positiva. They are currently working on a third album.
Warm-Up Acts:
If you are interested in performing five minutes or less of your work near the beginning of the salon, please send an email to MScott@lighthouse-sf.org with a description of what you would like to perform and a sample of your work or call 415-694-7608.Plus, an accessible art display.
Before and during the performance and while you enjoy some refreshment and good company, check out the work of blind photographer, Ted Tekachi whose work was displayed in the building lobby before and during the pandemic. This special showing allows for a much more up close and personal look at the work complete with QR code access to audio descriptions in the artist’s own voice.
The 1155 Performance Salon is made possible thanks to a City and County of San Francisco, Office of Economic and Workforce Development grant.
Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)
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Sep 28Are you looking for a thrilling escape into the world of science fiction and mystery? Look no further! The Reel Escape Audio Description Club is back this fall, bringing together blind and low vision teens and young adults for an exciting social gathering over an audio-described TV show.
We'll be embarking on an unforgettable journey into the 1980s with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. This captivating show revolves around a group of kids in a small town, facing supernatural mysteries, government conspiracies, and the enigmatic powers of a mysterious girl with psychokinetic abilities.
Every Thursday evening at 8:00 pm, join us via Zoom to watch the latest episode of Stranger Things and connect with your LightHouse and EHC friends. It's a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of excitement and adventure while enjoying the company of like-minded peers.
Check out the official Stranger Things trailer.
Parents, Please Take Note: Stranger Things is rated TV-14 for horror elements and language, which may not be suitable for kids under 17. While Seasons 1-3 were rated TV-14, Season 4 received a TV-MA rating. For more detailed information, you can check the Stranger Things Parental Guide. If you are under 18 and wish to join this series, we kindly request your parent or guardian to contact a LightHouse Youth Team member with written permission for your participation.
RVSP to Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
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Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
Victor Reader Stream 3 Immersion (in-person)
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Sep 29Come join the Access Technology department of the LightHouse for the Blind for this exciting class.
What it is: Receive a Victor Reader Stream 3 and attend a four-day class on how to use it. The Victor Reader Stream 3 is the latest model in the Victor Reader product line from HumanWare.
How it benefits you: The Stream allows you to connect to book services such as NLS BARD, NFB Newsline, and BookShare and download directly to the player.
You can also download podcasts and stream internet radio. The Stream 3 features 2.4 and 5 G WiFi connection and Bluetooth capabilities.When: September 25, 26, 27, & 29 (no class September 28). There will be a one hour lunch break each day from noon to 1:00 pm.
Where: LightHouse headquarters building at 1155 Market Street in San Francisco
RSVP: Send an email to AT@lighthouse-sf.org no later than September 19.
Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)
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Sep 29This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
“Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal.
Skills You Will Learn Include:
Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace
Measuring wet and dry ingredients
Using knives, kitchen appliances, blindness/low vision gadgets and other “tools of the trade”
Understanding how to build flavor profiles, decipher lingo used in recipes, and determine the doneness of food
Serving, garnishing, and presenting meals with multiple dishes to friends and family, and other guestsSpots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th.
Course Schedule:
Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview
This session will include staff/student introductions, a course overview, a tour of the kitchen, and an introduction to basic techniques for navigating a kitchen. Class will conclude with a lesson on pouring and spreading and the preparation of a snack.Session 2: September - Cracking the Code
By the end of this session, you will understand how to decipher common recipe lingo, develop delicious flavor profiles with spices stock a pantry with basic staples, and shop for groceries independently. Techniques for measuring will be used to create a spice rub and/or basic sauce.Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done
Knife skills are the main focus of this session. Students will make a simple one-pot soup and learn to determine when food is done.Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates
This class marks the transition into the more advanced portion of the course. Labeling, organizing, blindness devices, kitchen gadgets, and the use of small appliances will be covered as ways to add efficiency to meal preparation. You will prepare a three part meal during this session.Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches
Taking all the skills of previous classes you will learn to; serve themselves, serve others, set a table, decorate and/or garnish a meal.This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor.
RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613.
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Blind Gamer Meetup: A Conversation and Demonstration of Accessible Video Gaming (in-person)
Blind Gamer Meetup: A Conversation and Demonstration of Accessible Video Gaming (in-person)
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Sep 30Over the years, video gaming has continued to grow even more popular, quickly becoming a part of everyday society. However, for those that are blind or have low vision, many of these games have had very limited accessibility features for the visual aspects of the games.
In recent years SONY, other large video gaming platforms and the studios that create the hugely popular games have made progress in adding features that can help those that are blind or have low vision gain access to the latest games. To help our community learn about what is new in accessible gaming and allow a space for them to connect with peers, the LightHouse Youth Program would like to invite you to our first ever Blind Gamer Meet-up.
Join us for an inclusive and exciting gaming gathering designed for individuals of all ages who are blind or have low vision. The agenda promises an enriching experience, starting with engaging conversations and captivating demonstrations of Accessible Video Gaming. Connect with fellow gamers and share your passion for gaming during a delightful lunch gathering. Then, get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure of video game exploration with your peers where we take turns playing popular games with accessibility features turned on. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and immerse yourself in the world of accessible video games!
Parents please note: Some of the games we will be demonstrating and talking about are designed for an older audience. Youth that are under 18 years old may only join our event with parent or guardian permission.
Current Lighthouse students can RSVP for the Blind Gamers Meetup here.
New to LightHouse programing? Start the sign-up process here.
If you are new to LightHouse programs or have any questions about our Blind Gamer Meetup, please contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator, by email 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.
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!
