LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
Events in December 2023
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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(3 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction and Meditation (online) – We 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. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online)1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Elevate your senses and uplift your spirits in our awe-inspiring sessions! Dive into a heartwarming series of student showcases, individual check-ins, and heartwarming gratitude-closers. Here's what we have lined up for you: November 1: Dive into the World of Audio Description with guest speaker, John Gray, Founder and CEO of Wadjet RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay 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 For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
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(2 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We 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. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay 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 For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Dec 7(2 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 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(4 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). 10:30 am: Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo: Session 1 (in-person)10:30 am: Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo: Session 1 (in-person) – Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo This program takes place at the Asian Art Museum at 200 Larkin St. in San Francisco. Experience a moment of inner peace through zazen meditation, savor a bowl of tea, and enjoy a rare glimpse inside the world of a Zen temple with Abbot Kobori Geppo, head of Daitokuji Ryokoin temple in Kyoto, home to the storied paintings featured in The Heart of Zen. This intimate program is your chance to hear directly from Abbot Kobori about the routines and teachings of Zen temple life; to participate as he leads a short session of zazen; and to discover the role of chanoyu (‘the way of tea’) in Zen practice with tea provided by local members of the Urasenke Foundation. Dec. 9, Session 1: 10:30 am to 1:00 pm 2:00 pm: Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo: Session 2 (in-person)2:00 pm: Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo: Session 2 (in-person) – Life in a Zen Temple: Lecture, Zazen, and Tea with Abbot Kobori Geppo This program takes place at the Asian Art Museum at 200 Larkin St. in San Francisco. Experience a moment of inner peace through zazen meditation, savor a bowl of tea, and enjoy a rare glimpse inside the world of a Zen temple with Abbot Kobori Geppo, head of Daitokuji Ryokoin temple in Kyoto, home to the storied paintings featured in The Heart of Zen. This intimate program is your chance to hear directly from Abbot Kobori about the routines and teachings of Zen temple life; to participate as he leads a short session of zazen; and to discover the role of chanoyu (‘the way of tea’) in Zen practice with tea provided by local members of the Urasenke Foundation. Dec. 9, Session 2: 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm 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(3 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). 11:00 am: The Art of Zen Lecture and Meditation: Session 1 (in-person)11:00 am: The Art of Zen Lecture and Meditation: Session 1 (in-person) – This program takes place at the Asian Art Museum at 200 Larkin St. in San Francisco. Zazen and Lecture on Life in a Zen Temple with Abbot Kobori Geppo RSVP online for The Art of Zen Session 1. About the Speaker: Kobori Geppo is the current abbot (head monk) of Daitokuji Ryokoin temple in Kyoto. When the abbot visited the Asian Art Museum in 2017, he was impressed by the museum collection and the warm welcome he received; he also experienced a deep sense of compassion for the people he encountered in the surrounding neighborhood. Abbot Kobori decided to foster peace and harmony by sharing two treasured artworks attributed to the 13th-century Chinese painter Muqi — Persimmons and Chestnuts — with the city of San Francisco. Thanks to the abbot’s generosity, the Asian Art Museum was able to partner with Daitokuji Ryokoin and the Kyoto National Museum to present The Heart of Zen, offering audiences outside of Japan a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience these venerated paintings in person. 2:00 pm: The Art of Zen Lecture and Meditation: Session 2 (in-person)2:00 pm: The Art of Zen Lecture and Meditation: Session 2 (in-person) – This program takes place at the Asian Art Museum at 200 Larkin St. in San Francisco. Zazen and Lecture on Life in a Zen Temple with Abbot Kobori Geppo RSVP online for The Art of Zen Session 2. About the Speaker: Kobori Geppo is the current abbot (head monk) of Daitokuji Ryokoin temple in Kyoto. When the abbot visited the Asian Art Museum in 2017, he was impressed by the museum collection and the warm welcome he received; he also experienced a deep sense of compassion for the people he encountered in the surrounding neighborhood. Abbot Kobori decided to foster peace and harmony by sharing two treasured artworks attributed to the 13th-century Chinese painter Muqi — Persimmons and Chestnuts — with the city of San Francisco. Thanks to the abbot’s generosity, the Asian Art Museum was able to partner with Daitokuji Ryokoin and the Kyoto National Museum to present The Heart of Zen, offering audiences outside of Japan a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience these venerated paintings in person. |
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6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)6:00 pm: National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online) – The 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 To RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375. |
Dec 13(2 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We 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. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay 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 For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
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 20(3 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We 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. 12:45 pm: Smuin Ballet’s “The Christmas Ballet” with Audio Description and Haptic Tour (in-person)12:45 pm: Smuin Ballet’s “The Christmas Ballet” with Audio Description and Haptic Tour (in-person) – Where: Blue Shield of CA Theater at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts at 700 Howard St. near 3rd St. in San Francisco. Smuin’s annual holiday extravaganza is back! Celebrate the festive season with a show that’s a little ballet, a little Broadway, and a whole lot of Smuin. Act 1, “The Classical Christmas,” features a series of short dances to traditional holiday music that show off the classical ballet technique and pointe work of the dancers. Act 2, “The Cool Christmas,” follows a similar format of short vignettes and is full of campy moments, fun music, and light-hearted pieces. To purchase tickets, visit: Smuin | Ticket Seating Selection (smuinballet.org) For more information, to book a spot in a haptic cccess tour, or to reserve a headset please call: 415-912-1899 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay 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 For 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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10:00 am: Japanese New Year Temple Bell Ringing Ceremony (in-person)10:00 am: Japanese New Year Temple Bell Ringing Ceremony (in-person) – This program takes place at the Asian Art Museum at 200 Larkin St. in San Francisco. On Dec 31, we invite members of Lighthouse for the Blind for a haptic experience by emailing: communityengagement@asianart.org. Details follow. Cultural Celebration 38th Annual Japanese New Year Bell-Ringing Ceremony Come celebrate with your museum community for an experience the San Francisco Chronicle calls “a great way to end a year and start a new year.” Ring in the New Year by taking a swing at a 2,100-pound, 16th-century Japanese temple bell. Led by Reverend Gengo Akiba, this inspiring ceremony will include a purification ritual and chanting of the Buddhist Heart Sutra. Visitors will have an opportunity to ring the bell to leave behind any unfortunate experiences, regrettable deeds, or ill luck from the year. The bell will be struck 108 times to usher in the New Year and curb the 108 mortal desires (bonno) that, according to Buddhist belief, torment humankind. Schedule 10:00 am: Doors open Lighthouse community members get into the Asian Art Museum free of charge. But make sure you register early to ensure your place at the event. Museum Members can attend an earlier Bell-Ringing Ceremony at 10:30 AM before the public ceremony begins. Learn more about member benefits. Accessibility The Asian Art Museum is committed to making its events accessible to all. This program is wheelchair accessible and assistive listening devices (ALDs) will be provided. ASL interpretation is available upon request; please email communityengagement@asianart.org two weeks prior to the event to request an ASL interpreter. We invite our blind and visually impaired community to engage in a tactile experience as part of this annual celebration. Join us for a touch tour of the temple bell and receive priority seating for the ceremony. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Email communityengagement@asianart.org to register. |
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Jan 3(4 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (online) – We 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 Ellen Simpson will be leading. 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 online for Stress Reduction & Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 10:30 am: Limited Series: Seated Tai Chi for the Blind and Visually Impaired (online)10:30 am: Limited Series: Seated Tai Chi for the Blind and Visually Impaired (online) – This is a Bay Area Outreach Recreation Program (BORP) Adaptive Sports program, in partnership with Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Join Shifu Ralf Somack for this free, 16-week online class specifically designed for the blind and low vision community. This is a pilot program and participant feedback is important. This 45-minute class will be taught seated. Tai Chi is a set of slow, gentle exercises and a form of moving meditation practiced for relaxation, health, exercise, and self-defense. In this program, you will learn the first 24 movements of the Sun style system. Sun Style is particularly well suited for people new to Tai Chi as it is easy to perform and it contains powerful Qigong influences that calm the mind and promote deep breathing. Click the RSVP link below for more information and to register or email cynthia@borp.org. Ralf Somack has taught Tai Chi and other Internal Chinese Martial Arts for many years at BORP and other locations throughout the Bay Area. He specializes in designing programs for seniors and the disabled community. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online)1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers. January 3: Author, Kevin Brinckman, Courtney and Her Families RSVP online for Gratitude-VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay 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 For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
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!
