LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
The week's events
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Author: Sara Nović On Writing and Connecting with the Deaf Community (online)
Author: Sara Nović On Writing and Connecting with the Deaf Community (online)
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Jun 13This event is hosted the San Francisco Public Library.
Sara Nović will discuss her book True Biz, a novel that follows a year of change for a teacher and her students at a boarding school for the Deaf, with a Q&A to follow. She holds an MFA from Columbia University in fiction and literary translation. Her first novel, Girl at War, won the American Library Association’s Alex Award and was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. She is an instructor of Deaf Studies and creative writing. She lives in Pennsylvania.
This program will be in American Sign Language and an interpreter and captioning services will be provided.
Register for Sara Nović On Writing and Connecting with the Deaf Community.
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.
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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.
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!
