LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
Events in December 2023
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Nov 27
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Nov 28(1 event)
(All day): Giving Tuesday: Supporting LightHouse Little Learners(All day): Giving Tuesday: Supporting LightHouse Little Learners (All day) Every year, nonprofits and other charitable organizations across the globe participate in Giving Tuesday–a day to give to the people and places that do impactful and inspiring work which gives back to our communities and environment and contribute to making our world better. This year, Giving Tuesday is on November 28. LightHouse has participated in Giving Tuesday for several years now and are always grateful and humbled by the donations given to us by our community. Last year, for the first time ever, we chose our Little Learners program to be the recipient of all Giving Tuesday donations. The outpour of love and support we received for our brand-new program was tremendous, receiving just over $77,000 in donations! The impact of last year’s Giving Tuesday has been reflected in the expansion of resources we have been able to provide to families of blind, low vision and Cerebral Visual Impairment (CVI) babies and toddlers all across the state. “My son, Maximiliano, has been seeing LightHouse Little Learner Specialist Kristi since he was 12 months old, and it has been such a blessing,” says Little Learners mom, Natali. “He was diagnosed with Pitt-Hopkins Syndrome (a rare neurological disorder) at 22 months, which consists of global developmental delays along with various medical complexities. Kristi would work with Max once a week at our home. She even attended an appointment with his pediatric ophthalmologist and advocated for his CVI diagnosis as he was getting ready to transition to the school district. Kristi also educated me and provided various resources to adequately choose the perfect glasses for Max, which has helped tremendously with him keeping them on. Max’s absolute favorite day of the month was playgroup that was put together by LightHouse Little Learners at a local library, which consisted of sensory, color pop, music and inclusiveness at its finest. I will forever be grateful for Kristi—her knowledge, her sweetness, her empowerment to advocate and her presence.” This year, we are asking our community to help us exceed last year’s success and reach our goal of $80,000 for LightHouse Little Learners. Every gift received goes towards the education and empowerment of our Littles and their families, and our ability to expand our reach and serve more families in Northern and Central California. Stay tuned for more information about Giving Tuesday and how you can support our Little Learners on November 28! |
Nov 29
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Nov 30(1 event)
8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online) – Are 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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Dec 6(1 event)
7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online)7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online) – These 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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Dec 7(3 events)
11:00 am: OrCam Demo Day (in-person)11:00 am: OrCam Demo Day (in-person) – Location 1155 Market St 10th floor, San Francisco OrCam MyEye and OrCam Read are discreet AT devices that help people with vision and reading challenges access the printed word, and more. Experience for yourself how OrCam can help you or someone you know to be more independent! The event will begin with a live demo, and following the demo, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the technology firsthand by trying out the devices. Our experts will be available to answer all your questions and help determine if OrCam can help you or your loved one gain greater independence. To learn more about OrCam, visit www.orcam.com Additionally, light refreshments will be served and you will have an opportunity to visit LightHouse’s Adaptations Store to pick up any blindness products you might need. What: OrCam Demonstration 6:00 pm: Enchanted Hills Camp Virtual Winter Concert6:00 pm: Enchanted Hills Camp Virtual Winter Concert – For the fourth year in a row, alumni staff of Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC) wish to show their appreciation for the LightHouse community by hosting a free virtual EHC Alumni holiday concert. These are performers who have served as program staff over the years and will join current LightHouse and EHC staffers to celebrate the spirit of EHC past, present, and future. This year’s performers are Hanna Clemenson, Christina Daniels, Derek Dittmar, Rachael Grider, Mariana Sandoval and Masceo Williams. Camp Director, Tony Fletcher says, “When we enter the cold and dark days of late fall and prepare for winter, many of the alumni of EHC truly look forward to any opportunities for us to gather and celebrate one of our favorite locations on earth. One of the special gatherings is the Virtual Holiday Concert. All the performers have deep connections to EHC as staff members, and for many, as former campers. This is a show built around gratitude. This year we focus on saying thank you to the many generous donors that supported Giving Tuesday for the LightHouse’s Little Learners Program that uses Enchanted Hills for a family camp weekend. “We hope listeners will enjoy not only the music, but also the chance to hear and see the performers that have been their counselors and area leaders at EHC over the years.” What: EHC Virtual Alumni Holiday Concert When: Thursday, December 7, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Where: Enchanted Hills Camp Facebook page, no Facebook account is necessary to view the live-streamed concert. 8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online) – Are 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. |
Dec 8(2 events)
(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person)(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person) (All day) Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Volunteerism plays a crucial role in many aspects of college and career journeys. Whether you’re wondering how to add some of those volunteer hours to a college application, hoping to find ways to gain experience as you chose a career path, or want to socialize with others and meet new friends, join us this December to discuss and learn about how to get involved in your community, while giving back to others. Hear from blind and low-vision mentors about various volunteerism endeavors and how they first got involved, ensured things were accessible, and benefited from their experiences. The weekend will culminate with students volunteering themselves to throw a thrilling holiday celebration for their youth program friends. Join us for an exciting weekend of growing independence, giving back, and getting to connect with mentors and peers! YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals. Students will hear from blind and low-vision mentors about their education and career journeys, and how their varied volunteer opportunities impacted their experiences and growth. Participants will have opportunities to practice their advocacy skills during conversations and role-playing exercises focused on accessibility barriers when seeking volunteerism opportunities. They will learn new strategies from mentors, talk through concerns they might have about stepping into these new environments, and have time to ask questions. Students will hone assistive technology skills by researching volunteer opportunities that might be relevant to them, navigate online volunteer applications, and work on putting together updated resumes. The over-night nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors. When: Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Who: Blind and low-vision youth between the ages of 16-24 To apply: Contact Daisy Soto at dsoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. Please be sure to include your DOR counselor’s contact details so that updated authorization information can be shared. *Note: This is a DOR-funded program, and we ask that you please RSVP with us one week prior to the event (December 1). 4:00 pm: Hanukkah Memorial Party for Judith Lesner (hybrid)4:00 pm: Hanukkah Memorial Party for Judith Lesner (hybrid) – You are invited to a Hanukkah party to celebrate the life of The celebration is hybrid. The in-person portion takes place Friday, December 8, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at LightHouse San Francisco headquarters.1155 Market Street, San Francisco, 10th Floor The event will have a Zoom option as well. The event will be wheelchair accessible. RSVP by December 1 for the Judith Lesner Hanukkah Memorial Party. You will receive a Zoom link if you indicate that as your preference in the RSVP Form Accessibility questions? Contact Jacob at jakeoaktown@gmail.com. Judith's Obituary includes suggestions for honoring her memory. |
Dec 9(2 events)
(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person)(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person) (All day) Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Volunteerism plays a crucial role in many aspects of college and career journeys. Whether you’re wondering how to add some of those volunteer hours to a college application, hoping to find ways to gain experience as you chose a career path, or want to socialize with others and meet new friends, join us this December to discuss and learn about how to get involved in your community, while giving back to others. Hear from blind and low-vision mentors about various volunteerism endeavors and how they first got involved, ensured things were accessible, and benefited from their experiences. The weekend will culminate with students volunteering themselves to throw a thrilling holiday celebration for their youth program friends. Join us for an exciting weekend of growing independence, giving back, and getting to connect with mentors and peers! YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals. Students will hear from blind and low-vision mentors about their education and career journeys, and how their varied volunteer opportunities impacted their experiences and growth. Participants will have opportunities to practice their advocacy skills during conversations and role-playing exercises focused on accessibility barriers when seeking volunteerism opportunities. They will learn new strategies from mentors, talk through concerns they might have about stepping into these new environments, and have time to ask questions. Students will hone assistive technology skills by researching volunteer opportunities that might be relevant to them, navigate online volunteer applications, and work on putting together updated resumes. The over-night nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors. When: Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Who: Blind and low-vision youth between the ages of 16-24 To apply: Contact Daisy Soto at dsoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. Please be sure to include your DOR counselor’s contact details so that updated authorization information can be shared. *Note: This is a DOR-funded program, and we ask that you please RSVP with us one week prior to the event (December 1). 6:00 pm: Youth Program Holiday Party (in-person)6:00 pm: Youth Program Holiday Party (in-person) – It is the time of year for our annual Youth Program Holiday Party! Join us for a fun social celebration, with food, music, decoration and most importantly creating memories with friends, old and new. You can also participate in our LightHouse traditional White Elephant Gift Exchange. The festivity takes place at the 11th floor of The LightHouse Headquarters.
What is a White Elephant party? It is when each participant brings one rapped gift, the gift could be silly or interesting. Then they place their gifts in a pile where it is easy to access. Participants will have a choice to either choose one of the gifts that is placed in a pile or steal a gift that was already chosen by another player. If you are interested in participating in the White Elephant, we do ask to bring a gift between $10 to $20, or you can bring a rapped item from home that you don’t find use anymore. Make sure items are age appropriate. Do not include cash and packaged food. Learn more about White Elephant gift exchanges. Who? For youth and young adults that are blind and visually impaired
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Dec 10(1 event)
(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person)(All day): YES Weekend Workshop: Giving Back and Growing your Community (in-person) (All day) Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Volunteerism plays a crucial role in many aspects of college and career journeys. Whether you’re wondering how to add some of those volunteer hours to a college application, hoping to find ways to gain experience as you chose a career path, or want to socialize with others and meet new friends, join us this December to discuss and learn about how to get involved in your community, while giving back to others. Hear from blind and low-vision mentors about various volunteerism endeavors and how they first got involved, ensured things were accessible, and benefited from their experiences. The weekend will culminate with students volunteering themselves to throw a thrilling holiday celebration for their youth program friends. Join us for an exciting weekend of growing independence, giving back, and getting to connect with mentors and peers! YES (Youth Employment Services) workshops are monthly weekend-long learning experiences for youth and young adults who are enthusiastic about realizing their dream careers, emphasizing the vocational enrichment of low vision and blind youth, providing access to a multifaceted array of mentorship, employment readiness skills, and alternative accessible techniques. Each YES workshop focuses on a specific theme and offers an array of self-advocacy, assistive technology, living skills, and soft skills curricula empowering students to strive toward future employment or post-secondary educational success. The weekend is spent learning from blind and low vision mentors, connecting with blind and low vision peers, and engaging in creative hands-on activities which further support youth to explore and achieve their individualized and professional goals. Students will hear from blind and low-vision mentors about their education and career journeys, and how their varied volunteer opportunities impacted their experiences and growth. Participants will have opportunities to practice their advocacy skills during conversations and role-playing exercises focused on accessibility barriers when seeking volunteerism opportunities. They will learn new strategies from mentors, talk through concerns they might have about stepping into these new environments, and have time to ask questions. Students will hone assistive technology skills by researching volunteer opportunities that might be relevant to them, navigate online volunteer applications, and work on putting together updated resumes. The over-night nature of the YES workshop provides opportunities for students to refine their workplace readiness soft skills including effective social and professional communication and independent living all while building community with their blind and low vision peers and mentors. When: Friday December 8 3:00 PM – December 10 12:00 PM, 2023 Who: Blind and low-vision youth between the ages of 16-24 To apply: Contact Daisy Soto at dsoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328. Please be sure to include your DOR counselor’s contact details so that updated authorization information can be shared. *Note: This is a DOR-funded program, and we ask that you please RSVP with us one week prior to the event (December 1). |
Dec 11
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Dec 12(1 event)
9:00 am: Living Skills: Learn New Ways to ‘Breeze Through’ your Daily Tasks (in-person)9:00 am: Living Skills: Learn New Ways to ‘Breeze Through’ your Daily Tasks (in-person) – The LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, headquartered in San Francisco will facilitate an All-Day Independent Living Skills Workshop at Trinity Lutheran Church in Redding, December 12, 2023. This is an in-person, active, hands-on workshop taught by our staff who are not only trained in teaching blind and low-vision people, but many of them also use the same skills and strategies you will learn. This All-Day Workshop is for adults aged 55 and older who are new to low vision or blindness, and are motivated to learn basic tips, strategies, and tools (including some basic SMART phone Applications) that can make day to day tasks more efficient and ‘do-able’ as vision changes. See details below. Who Should Attend? – Registration is Limited to 20 Students
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Funding and Cost:This program is supported by the Older Individuals who are Blind/Low Vision Grant from the State of California and there is no charge for blind and low vision adults living in the counties noted above. Lunch will be provided for all attending, please let us know if you require a vegetarian lunch. To Register:This is a grant funded program, all persons must complete a brief Registration/Intake with LightHouse staff prior to the Workshop. To register, please contact Esmeralda Soto at 415-694-7323 or email her at esoto@lighthouse-sf.org. Let Esmeralda know you are signing up for Region-1 Independent Living Skills Workshop in Redding. What will you learn throughout the day?This will be an active day of learning side by side with your peers in small and large groups, so come ready to move, learn and connect. A resource table of tools and information will be available to explore during breaks. Our morning will start off with introductions and we will quickly jump into learning how four of your senses become your human ‘Swiss Army Knife’ for completing daily tasks, including strategies you can transfer from one task to another. Below are the skills you will learn, including ways basic technology can help complete independent living skills. You will learn:
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Dec 14(1 event)
8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online)8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teen and Young Adult: Stranger Things (online) – Are 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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Dec 21(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 22(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 23(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 24(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 25(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 26(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 27(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 28(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 29(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 30(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Dec 31(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Jan 1(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Jan 2(1 event)
(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed)(All day): Winter Holiday Break (LightHouse closed) (All day) |
Jan 3(1 event)
7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online)7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online) – These 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. |
Jan 4(1 event)
8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teens and Young Adults: Stranger Things (online)8:00 pm: Reel Escape Audio Description Club for Teens and Young Adults: Stranger Things (online) – Are 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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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!
