LightHouse will be closed on Wednesday, September 25 for an agency-wide all-staff event.
Events in September 2024
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Sep 3(1 event) 5:00 pm: Radically Rethinking Museum Access Discussion at USF (hybrid) – McLaren Conference Center Join Finnegan Shannon and Andrea Torrice, room 250 at the McLaren Building at University of San Francisco for a conversation on Radically Rethinking Museum Accessibility (click here for the USF map link). Finnegan Shannon, a Bay Area native and New York City-based artist whose work centers the experience of people living with disabilities, will be in conversation with acclaimed documentary filmmaker, former Museum Studies MA student, and accessibility advocate, Andrea Torrice. They will discuss Finnegan’s art and ways to radically rethink accessibility within museums and cultural heritage organizations. If you attend in person, masks are highly encouraged for the safety of others. The event is also Zoom accessible via Hyflex. The conversation will be live-captioned and include ASL interpretation. All visual materials will be described. If you need accommodations or wheelchair access, contact Student Leadership and Engagement at 415-422-7256 or email sle@usfca.edu with the name and date of the event as well as the accommodation requested. Questions? Contact Museum Studies Program Manager Javier Plasencia at jplasencia3@usfca.edu. If you plan to attend by Hyflex Zoom, register online for Radically Rethinking Museum Access. |
Sep 4(2 events) 10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – The Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together course is composed of essential topics recommended for all participants who are new to low vision. Adults 55 and older, in addition to adult clients being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in an in-person course geared towards learning about their changes in vision. Participants will learn practical ways to maximize successful, independent living skills in work, school, and daily living environments. The in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight lessons. It is a comprehensive skills training course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. If you are not with the California Department of Rehabilitation, and if you are age 55 and older, living in the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity, there may be partial scholarship funding for training and course materials. For adults working with the California Department of Rehabilitation, please contact your Rehabilitation Counselor directly to discuss participation and referral. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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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Sep 7(2 events) 9:30 am: SF Achilles Chapter Regular Guided Endurance Workouts (in-person) – Join the SF chapter of Achilles in regular guided endurance workouts - whether you prefer to run, walk, or roll! Achilles Overview: Achilles International is a global organization operating in 18 countries, including several US chapters. Its goal is to empower people with disabilities through athletic programs and social connection. Welcoming Athletes and Guides: Achilles welcomes people of all ages living with a disability to join us for a run, walk or roll. Membership is free! SF Chapter: Holds inclusive workouts where everyone is welcome to be paired with a volunteer guide, or chart their own course. Also supports athletes in endurance races, including the SF Marathon. How to join: Email Achilles at achillessfbayarea@gmail.com to join and learn more about when and where we will be hosting Achilles workouts! Typically they are held at 9:30 AM on the first and third Saturday of each month at Judah & Great Highway. Please email to confirm. 2:00 pm: Hands On Mapping: An Introduction to Tactile Cartography (in-person) – Maps deepen understanding, broaden perspectives, and encourage engagement with our world. However, people who are blind or visually impaired do not have equal access to maps that the sighted population often takes for granted. As one of the few places in the world—and one of the best—producing high-quality tactile maps, the MAD Lab is dedicated to turning inaccessible experiences into inclusive ones. Join the Media and Accessible Design Lab (MAD Lab) for “Hands On Mapping: An Introduction to Tactile Cartography” on Saturday, September 7, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 1155 Market St, 10th floor, San Francisco. Getting to 1155 Market Street. We will introduce how blind people use tactile maps. This event is for all: sighted and blind audiences alike – no prior experience necessary. Whether you are new to tactile cartography or already familiar, you will be warmly welcomed, educated, and thoroughly engaged! Featuring speaker Dr. Joshua Miele in conversation with Dr. Yue-Ting Siu (CATT-NW Program Coordinator, WSSB) and Chancey Fleet (Assistive Technology Coordinator, Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library, NYPL), along with a variety of breakout sessions that lead you through the landscape of tactile maps, including:
Food and drink will be served. Entrance is complimentary. Register for Hands On Mapping by August 30 (space is limited). Please forward on to anyone who you think might be interested. |
Sep 8(1 event) 1:00 pm: The Night Alive with Audio Description and Haptic Tour (in-person) – Altarena Playhouse Tommy’s just getting by. He’s renting a run-down room in his uncle’s house, rolling from one get-rich-quick scheme to the other with his pal Doc. He comes to the aid of Aimee, who’s not had it easy herself, struggling through life the only way she knows how. Their pasts won’t let go easily, but together there’s a glimmer of hope they could make something more of their lives, something extraordinary, perhaps. With inimitable warmth, style, and craft, this play deftly mines the humanity found in the most unlikely of situations. The Night Alive is the winner of the 2013–2014 New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play. You can buy tickets for The Night Alive online, and then email Kari Warfield General Manager, at generalmanager@altarena.org. to reserve a headset for audio description. You can also buy tickets via your email to Kari. Tickets are $33 for seniors, $35 for adults and $15 for students. Students need to provide a student ID. The live audio description for this performance will be provided by Gravity Access Services, Inc. |
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Sep 10(1 event) 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 pm to 6:30 pm – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour To RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375. |
Sep 11(3 events) 10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – The Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together course is composed of essential topics recommended for all participants who are new to low vision. Adults 55 and older, in addition to adult clients being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in an in-person course geared towards learning about their changes in vision. Participants will learn practical ways to maximize successful, independent living skills in work, school, and daily living environments. The in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight lessons. It is a comprehensive skills training course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. If you are not with the California Department of Rehabilitation, and if you are age 55 and older, living in the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity, there may be partial scholarship funding for training and course materials. For adults working with the California Department of Rehabilitation, please contact your Rehabilitation Counselor directly to discuss participation and referral. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 11:30 am: Speak Imagery from the Fine Arts Museums (online) Docents Etta Herbach and Shelley Ford will take us on a journey through the American Beauty exhibit, which features faces and places in the American art collected by Bernard and Barbro Osher. Register for Speak Imagery from the Fine Arts Museums. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the meeting. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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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Sep 18(3 events) 10:00 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together (hybrid) – The Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together course is composed of essential topics recommended for all participants who are new to low vision. Adults 55 and older, in addition to adult clients being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in an in-person course geared towards learning about their changes in vision. Participants will learn practical ways to maximize successful, independent living skills in work, school, and daily living environments. The in-person course a LightHouse Headquarters at 1155 Market Street once a week for three weeks, with a morning and an afternoon class with a one hour lunch break in between. The classes are taught by two Certified Low Vision Therapists, a Low Vision Optometrist, a Social Worker, a Braille Teacher, an Adult Programs Manager, and an Accessible Technology Specialist. Included in the course: a pre-course assessment one week prior to the start of the course, ongoing support during the course, and one or two individualized lessons for a total of eight lessons. It is a comprehensive skills training course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the low vision skills classes, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants are eligible for an individualized Low Vision Therapy lesson or two. The low vision skills course dates are: August 21 through 28: Course Introduction and Pre-Course Assessment by Zoom video or telephone call; one-time assessment to be scheduled directly with participant Note: For the in-person classes, there are two classes per day. Week 1 (Classes #1 and #2): Wednesday, September 4 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 2 (Classes #3 and #4): Wednesday, September 11 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) Week 3 (Classes #5 and #6): Wednesday, September 18 (in-person at LightHouse HQ) By October 31: Individualized follow-up low vision skills lesson/s tailored to the unique needs of each participant at the Lighthouse San Francisco Headquarters. If you are not with the California Department of Rehabilitation, and if you are age 55 and older, living in the counties of San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity, there may be partial scholarship funding for training and course materials. For adults working with the California Department of Rehabilitation, please contact your Rehabilitation Counselor directly to discuss participation and referral. Please contact Esmerelda Soto at 415-694-7323 or by email at ESoto@lighthouse-sf.org for any questions and planning for a LH Services Orientation and Assessment day. All interested parties need to have a Low Vision Evaluation completed within one year prior to the start of any low vision course. If the course registration is full, any appropriate Low Vision course referrals will then be placed on our waitlist for the next available class (dates TBA). 12:00 pm: So You Think You Want a Guide Dog (hybrid) – “I need a guide dog! Or do I?” Have you been considering applying for a guide dog and are curious to learn more but don't know where to start? Will daily travel with a guide dog be easier? Are there things you need to know in order to prepare for the application process? Join Orientation and Mobility Specialist Mollie Tunks and Independent Living Skills Specialist Bobbi Pompey for "So You Think You Want a Guide Dog?" on Wednesday September 18th, 2024, from 12PM to 2PM. This workshop covers details to help you decide if a guide dog might be a good fit for you or not. Topics include: Please RSVP to Mollie Tunks at MTunks@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7656 by Wednesday September 11. This workshop will be held in person at the Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Fransisco at 1155 Market Street with a zoom option for those who are unable to attend in person. If you can’t make this workshop, please contact Mollie Tunks to get signed up for future workshops. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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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Sep 21(1 event) 10:30 am: CCB San Francisco Chapter monthly meeting and Student Education Access Grant lunch (hybrid) – The CCB San Francisco Chapter meets on the third Saturday of the month. September's meeting will be followed by our annual Student Education Access Grant lunch. RSVP to Frank Welte at Frank.A.Welte@gmail.com or 510-541-1442.
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Sep 25(2 events) (All day): Annual All-Staff Event (LightHouse Closed) (All day) LightHouse for the Blind will be closed on September 25 as the day will be used for an agency-wide annual all-staff event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and encourage you to conduct any LightHouse business on another day. Thank you from the LightHouse team. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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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Sep 30(1 event) 11:30 am: Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day (online) – Sonia Gallant and Karen Berniker of the Disability Access office at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are pleased to announce a descriptive Zoom presentation by docent Anne Burns Johnson on Monday, September 30. This DeYoung Virtual Access Day is on the exhibit American Beauty: The Osher Collection of American Art currently on view at the DeYoung. Zoom information and registration links are below. Questions can be directed to Sonia at sgallant@famsf.org, 415-750-7678 T The 19th and 20th centuries were an exceptionally dynamic time in American culture. Anchored by Impressionist and Realist artworks, this exhibition spans the years 1848 to 1960 and presents a variety of artistic responses to this complex period. This gift from Bernard and Barbro Osher enhances the museum’s American art collection with several significant firsts: the first large-scale oil painting by Winslow Homer (The Angler, ca. 1874), the first genre picture by William Merritt Chase (Spanish Bric-à-Brac Shop, 1883), the first major George Bellows landscape (In Virginia, 1908), the first Georgia O’Keeffe images of the Southwest (Front of Ranchos Church, 1930 and The Patio, 1940), plus thirteen artists entering the museum’s collection for the first time. The historic sweep of these paintings, drawings, and sculptures is reflected by several recurring themes, including the adventurous spirit of artists abroad, the enduring allure of Impressionism, intimacy and immediacy of portraiture, and beauty of America’s landscapes and seascapes. Register for Anne’s 11:30 am descriptive docent talk for the Fine Arts Museums Virtual Access Day. |
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Oct 2(3 events) 10:00 am: Changing Vision Changing Life at Earle Baum Center (in-person) – Earle Baum Center The Changing Vision Changing Life (CVCL) in-person class at Earle Baum Center provides comprehensive information about living with vision loss, while also providing the opportunity to meet others experiencing the same thing. A family member, caregiver, or close friend is also welcome to attend the class, to obtain a greater understanding and be part of the support team. Come to this class and get started. Open the door to your new life! This is a four-week course that will meet once per week, starting at 10:00 am at 2:00 pm. with two 5 minute breaks and one 20 minute break for lunch. The class is geared for both individuals who are experiencing recent vision loss as well as those who desire a review of information. Each week covers an overview of different topics related to the services, equipment, and adaptive methods for a greater sense of independence. Topics include: transportation and travel skills, managing home life with methods for reading, pouring liquids, and use of adaptive technology, social-recreational programs and equipment, and much more. All students participating in this class must have completed a new student orientation and baseline assessments. If you have not completed these steps, please call us at 415-694-7323. If you have completed both requirements, please email Denise Vancil at DVancil@lighthouse-sf.org to RSVP. 7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire (online) – Imagine the warmth of a crackling campfire, the sound of laughter, and the joy of shared stories—all from the comfort of your own home! At the EHC Virtual Campfire, happening on the first Wednesday of every month from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, we’re keeping the camp spirit alive and well. Every month, we kick things off with exciting updates on our camp programs and facilities—what’s new, what’s on the horizon, and all the inside scoop! Then, we open the floor for everyone, from alumni to first-timers, to check in, share what’s on their minds, and connect with each other. It’s your chance to catch up with old friends or make new ones in our ever-growing camp family. And what’s a campfire without music? Expect some familiar camp songs, surprise musical performances, and maybe even a special guest or two. You never know what magic the night will bring! Some months we’ll go the extra mile with holiday celebrations, surprise announcements from LightHouse, or other exciting resources that’ll keep you coming back for more. So grab your marshmallows, settle in, and RSVP to join us for an evening of fun, friendship, and campfire vibes. To sign up and get the zoom link for our monthly gathering please RSVP with Jamey Gump at JGump@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372. 7:00 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 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 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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Oct 5(1 event) (All day): White Cane Day Celebration (All day)
SAVE THE DATE - WHITE CANE DAY! 2024 White Cane Day Celebration and march across the Golden Gate Bridge! Saturday, October 5, 2024 After such an incredible success and historic White Cane Day march last October, we are at it again in 2024! March with friends from LightHouse and the blind and low vision communities as we come together to traverse the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in celebration of White Cane Day, symbolizing the strength and determination of those who navigate the world with the support of white canes and dog guides. It's not just a march; it's a journey towards inclusion, awareness, and support for the blind and low vision community. Please save the date, mark your calendars, and tell your friends to stay tuned for more details on this empowering event!
RSVPs are now open! Complete the registration form here. |
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!
