LightHouse will be closed on Juneteenth (June 19).
Events in June 2023
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2023 Annual Sea Kayaking Day Trip with ETC (in-person)
2023 Annual Sea Kayaking Day Trip with ETC (in-person)
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Jun 3At the end of the school year, filled with hopefully more ups then downs, it’s time to kick off summer in a fun way with your blind and low vision friends from the LightHouse. Join us on June 3 for our next in person adventure with the LightHouse’s Youth Program as we head to Sausalito for a kayaking day trip with our friends and guides from Environmental Travel Companions (ETC). In addition to experienced guides leading us on our adventure, the trip will also include a picnic lunch and time to catch up with your LightHouse and EHC friends. The adventure will start in Sausalito and will run from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. The trip is intended for all kayaking skill levels and ETC strives to make their trips accessible for all.
More information about the ETC Sea Kayaking Program
Who: LightHouse Students between the ages of 14 and 24
What: LightHouse kayaking day trip with ETC
When: Saturday, June 3rd 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Where: 85 Liberty Ship Way Sausalito, California
Cost: The cost of the trip is $60.00 per student and includes lunch, kayaking equipment, and orientation lessons taught by experienced kayaking guides (limited scholarships available)
RSVP: Students must submit payment and ALL necessary paperwork before one's spot in the trip will be confirmed. The deadline to sign up for this trip is Friday, May 26.
If you are interested in signing up for this trip or have any questions, please contact Jamey Gump at youth@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7315.
Crip Ecstasy, Presented by Octavia Rose Projects (in-person)Crip Ecstasy, Presented by Octavia Rose Projects (in-person)
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Jun 3Crip Ecstasy is an immersive nightlife experience that centers accessibility from the ground up. Working with a cast of disabled and non-disabled performance artists, DJs, ASL interpreters and Audio Describers, this installation will transform San Francisco’s CounterPulse Theater into an environment where multiple forms of access intersect to conjure a new blueprint for what a club space can be.
Accessibility: ASL Interpretation, Audio Description, Access Tour/Touch Tour/Haptic Tour, Live-captioned sound descriptions for music, chill-out space, access doulas, multiple seating options, pillows & daybeds across the party space, ADA accessible venue.
The pre-show haptic tour is at 7:15 pm and the event beings at 8:00 pm.
The theater is located at 80 Turk St. in San Francisco.
Ticket info
For those with priority access needs, tickets are $12.
Other tickets are on a sliding scale from $20 to $35Buy tickets for Crip Ecstasy online or call 415-626-2060.
For No One Turned Away for Lack of Funds tickets, email info@counterpulse.org.
Box Office: (415) 626-2060
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Shotgun Players Presents "Yerma" with Audio Description (in-person)
Shotgun Players Presents "Yerma" with Audio Description (in-person)
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Jun 4West Coast premiere! Set in Southern California in the 1930s, Yerma is Lorca’s lyrical exploration of infertility, feminism, and obsession. Yerma is a woman who deeply loves her husband Juan, but she longs above all to have a child. In this darkly poetic fable, Yerma’s all-consuming desire propels her into a collision with the universe that is urgent and terrible in scope. Join Shotgun Players and Gravity Access for a haptic tour and audio-described performance on Sunday, June 4. Use code 10AMO to save $10 off.
The haptic tour begins at 4:00 pm and the performance at 5:00 pm.Ashby Stage is in Berkeley at 1901 Ashby Ave., just across the street from the northwest corner of the Ashby BART parking lot.
Buy tickets online for Yerma or call the Shotgun Players box office: 510-841-6500 ext. 303.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Jun 7We 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 comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES (online)Gratitude VIBES (online)
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Jun 7Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Experience weekly presentations that motivate and rejuvenate as students share what Energizes them. Expressing gratitude is a powerful way to boost morale and build connections, even when meeting virtually. Individual check-ins and a gratitude exercise follow presentations.RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or contact 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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Jun 7Bay 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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National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
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Jun 13The 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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Jun 14We 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 comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES (online)Gratitude VIBES (online)
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Jun 14Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Experience weekly presentations that motivate and rejuvenate as students share what Energizes them. Expressing gratitude is a powerful way to boost morale and build connections, even when meeting virtually. Individual check-ins and a gratitude exercise follow presentations.RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or contact 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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Jun 14Bay 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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Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 15 – Jun 18Family Camp is designed for families with blind children ages 17 and under, and blind parents with children ages 17 and under. In addition to quintessential camp activities, this camp offers parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you are interested in attending Family Camp, please see Family Camp II from Wednesday, August 2 – Saturday, August 5.
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Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 15 – Jun 18Family Camp is designed for families with blind children ages 17 and under, and blind parents with children ages 17 and under. In addition to quintessential camp activities, this camp offers parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you are interested in attending Family Camp, please see Family Camp II from Wednesday, August 2 – Saturday, August 5.
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Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 15 – Jun 18Family Camp is designed for families with blind children ages 17 and under, and blind parents with children ages 17 and under. In addition to quintessential camp activities, this camp offers parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you are interested in attending Family Camp, please see Family Camp II from Wednesday, August 2 – Saturday, August 5.
BART Book Club: Train Read-In (in-person)BART Book Club: Train Read-In (in-person)
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Jun 17BART is starting a book club! The first book is Hua Hsu’s Stay True, a bracing coming-of-age story set in 1990s Berkeley.
BART riders will gather for a train read-in that starts at Rockridge Station and end at Glen Park Station. They'll gather in the first car of the train to meet fellow riders, discuss the book, and read together. Expect BART and book-themed giveaways!
Getting the Book
If you are signed up for the National Library Service, Braille and Audio Reading Download has an audio version of the book at number DB 110669.
For a digital cartage version of the book, or to sign up for the National Library service, which provides audio and braille books to print disabled readers, San Francisco residents should contact e Talking Books and Braille Center and Bay Area residents outside of San Francisco should contact the Braille and Talking Books Library.
You can also get a print, audio or ebook version of the book from your local library.
If you'd like to purchase the book, BART has partnered the following independent Bay Area books to offer a 20% discount. The nearest BART station for each bookstore is listed.
- Moe’s Books – Downtown Berkeley Station
- Revolution Books – Downtown Berkeley Station
- Reasonable Books – Lafayette Station
- Orinda Books – Orinda Station
- Banter Bookshop – Fremont Station
- Folio Books – 24th St/Mission Station
- Books on B – Order online with promo code “BART” to receive the discount and free shipping (Books on B’s storefront in Hayward is temporarily closed)
California Council for the Blind San Francisco Chapter Monthly Meeting (hybrid)California Council for the Blind San Francisco Chapter Monthly Meeting (hybrid)
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Jun 17The California Council of the Blind San Francisco Chapter holds its monthly meetings on the third Saturday of the month from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. All are welcome. If you are joining in person, the meeting will be held at LightHouse San Francisco, at 1155 Market St.
RSVP to Vita Zavoli, vzavoli@gmail.com or 510-846-4080.
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Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp Family Camp I (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 15 – Jun 18Family Camp is designed for families with blind children ages 17 and under, and blind parents with children ages 17 and under. In addition to quintessential camp activities, this camp offers parent discussion groups and evening activities such as the family talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you are interested in attending Family Camp, please see Family Camp II from Wednesday, August 2 – Saturday, August 5.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Jun 21We 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 comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES (online)Gratitude VIBES (online)
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Jun 21Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Experience weekly presentations that motivate and rejuvenate as students share what Energizes them. Expressing gratitude is a powerful way to boost morale and build connections, even when meeting virtually. Individual check-ins and a gratitude exercise follow presentations.RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or contact 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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Jun 21Bay 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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Paid Opportunity to Help Improve MTC Wayfinding and Mapping Standards (online)
Paid Opportunity to Help Improve MTC Wayfinding and Mapping Standards (online)
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Jun 23LightHouse is partnering with the Regional Mapping and Wayfinding Project to host an online community workshop on June 23 from 12:45 pm to 3:45 pm. We’d love to hear from community members who are blind, visually impaired, low-income, and people of color who use public transit or could be impacted by a transportation project.
What is the workshop all about?
As part of the Bay Area Transit Transformation Action Plan the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and other stakeholders are committed to a range of projects for public transit’s post-pandemic recovery and long-term improvement. One of the actions identified was to “Fund and finalize regional mapping and wayfinding standards for application across all operator service areas”. This intends to ensure transit services are easier to navigate and more convenient for both new and existing riders.
Now is the time for our communities’ voices to be heard and for us to help shape the future of this work.
Individuals or households can sign up for this three-hour workshop hosted over the Zoom or phone, and each person who participates in the session is paid $100 via Visa gift card.
Please plan to be available for the entire three hours scheduled for the workshop. There will be a break during the workshop. This workshop has a maximum of 20 participants, and we will have a waitlist for last-minute cancellations.
RSVP online for the workshop by June 22. If you have questions, please contact Sheri Albers at 415-694-7331 or SAlbers@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 26 – Jul 1This camp session is designed for active adults 21 years and older who are blind or visually impaired, Adult campers enjoy quintessential camp activities as well as nighttime programs such as dancing to live music, casino night and a talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 26 – Jul 1This camp session is designed for active adults 21 years and older who are blind or visually impaired, Adult campers enjoy quintessential camp activities as well as nighttime programs such as dancing to live music, casino night and a talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 26 – Jul 1This camp session is designed for active adults 21 years and older who are blind or visually impaired, Adult campers enjoy quintessential camp activities as well as nighttime programs such as dancing to live music, casino night and a talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org.
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Jun 28We 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 comfortable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress.
RSVP to Sabrina Bolus at Sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Gratitude VIBES (online)Gratitude VIBES (online)
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Jun 28Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Experience weekly presentations that motivate and rejuvenate as students share what Energizes them. Expressing gratitude is a powerful way to boost morale and build connections, even when meeting virtually. Individual check-ins and a gratitude exercise follow presentations.RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.Meet You At The House (online)Meet You At The House (online)
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Jun 28Pull 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.
To RSVP, contact Sheri Albers at 415-694-7331, or email SAalbers@lighthouse-sf.org.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Jun 28Bay 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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Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 26 – Jul 1This camp session is designed for active adults 21 years and older who are blind or visually impaired, Adult campers enjoy quintessential camp activities as well as nighttime programs such as dancing to live music, casino night and a talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
Enchanted Hills Camp: Adult Session (in-person) **SESSION FULL
(All day)
Jun 26 – Jul 1This camp session is designed for active adults 21 years and older who are blind or visually impaired, Adult campers enjoy quintessential camp activities as well as nighttime programs such as dancing to live music, casino night and a talent show.
Please Note: This session has been filled. If you would like to be placed on the wait list, please contact Andrew Martinez at AMartinez@lighthouse-sf.org.
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!
