LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
Events in October 2023
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Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
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Oct 2Vision is a solutions-based, peer-led drop-in support group that runs on a 12-week cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery.” We discuss different topics and share our experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. Reading is not required. However, if you would like topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book which is available on NLS BARD (DBC11619).
10/02: Chapter 10, Getting Out on Your Own, includes essential aspects of daily life and mobility, from choosing clothing, to navigating transportation options, and addressing street encounters. It also delves into the importance of physical health and adaptive exercise.
10/16: Chapter 11, Personal Recovery, addresses different aspects of life following sight loss, including building and nurturing social connections, navigating relationships, and caring for children. It also discusses enjoying home entertainment, embarking on accessible travel adventures, and engaging with accessible art and culture.
RSVP online for Vision: Peer-led Support Group or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
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Oct 2Vision is a solutions-based, peer-led drop-in support group that runs on a 12-week cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery.” We discuss different topics and share our experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. Reading is not required. However, if you would like topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book which is available on NLS BARD (DBC11619).
10/02: Chapter 10, Getting Out on Your Own, includes essential aspects of daily life and mobility, from choosing clothing, to navigating transportation options, and addressing street encounters. It also delves into the importance of physical health and adaptive exercise.
10/16: Chapter 11, Personal Recovery, addresses different aspects of life following sight loss, including building and nurturing social connections, navigating relationships, and caring for children. It also discusses enjoying home entertainment, embarking on accessible travel adventures, and engaging with accessible art and culture.
RSVP online for Vision: Peer-led Support Group or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Oct 4We 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.
Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)
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Oct 4Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers.
October Presentation Topics:
October 4: Sounds of Appreciation: Share your happy songs!
October 11: Silly Blind Tales—light-hearted, relatable anecdotes
October 18: A Journey Through the History of Our White Canes
October 25: The Four Agreements: Be Impeccable with your word.RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Oct 4Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades.
When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: The gym is located at 2100 Browning St. BerkeleyFor more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org
Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants.
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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Oct 5Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
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National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
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Oct 10The National Federation of the Blind is a nationwide community of members that believe blind people can live the lives they want. We meet online via Zoom with the following schedule:
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Chapter MeetingTo RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Oct 11We 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.
Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)
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Oct 11Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers.
October Presentation Topics:
October 4: Sounds of Appreciation: Share your happy songs!
October 11: Silly Blind Tales—light-hearted, relatable anecdotes
October 18: A Journey Through the History of Our White Canes
October 25: The Four Agreements: Be Impeccable with your word.RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Oct 11Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades.
When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: The gym is located at 2100 Browning St. BerkeleyFor more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org
Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants.
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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Oct 12Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
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Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
Vision: Peer-led Support Group (online)
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Oct 16Vision is a solutions-based, peer-led drop-in support group that runs on a 12-week cycle of topics based on Hannah Fairbairn’s 2019 book, “When You Can't Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery.” We discuss different topics and share our experiences, thoughts, and knowledge. Reading is not required. However, if you would like topic details beyond our discussions, please refer to the book which is available on NLS BARD (DBC11619).
10/02: Chapter 10, Getting Out on Your Own, includes essential aspects of daily life and mobility, from choosing clothing, to navigating transportation options, and addressing street encounters. It also delves into the importance of physical health and adaptive exercise.
10/16: Chapter 11, Personal Recovery, addresses different aspects of life following sight loss, including building and nurturing social connections, navigating relationships, and caring for children. It also discusses enjoying home entertainment, embarking on accessible travel adventures, and engaging with accessible art and culture.
RSVP online for Vision: Peer-led Support Group or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Oct 18We 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.
Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)
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Oct 18Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers.
October Presentation Topics:
October 4: Sounds of Appreciation: Share your happy songs!
October 11: Silly Blind Tales—light-hearted, relatable anecdotes
October 18: A Journey Through the History of Our White Canes
October 25: The Four Agreements: Be Impeccable with your word.RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Oct 18Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades.
When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: The gym is located at 2100 Browning St. BerkeleyFor more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org
Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants.
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Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
(All day)
Oct 19 – Oct 22Superfest Disability Film Festival is the longest running disability film festival in the world. Superfest celebrates cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex, unabashed and engaging lens and features films starring and created by poeple with disables.
Superfest 2023 will occur online Thursday, October 19 through Sunday October 22 with in-person screenings Saturday October 21st at the Freight and Salvage in Berkeley and Sunday October 22 at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.
For more information, please visit the Superfest Film website.
Little Learners Playgroup (online)Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Oct 19Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
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Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
(All day)
Oct 19 – Oct 22Superfest Disability Film Festival is the longest running disability film festival in the world. Superfest celebrates cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex, unabashed and engaging lens and features films starring and created by poeple with disables.
Superfest 2023 will occur online Thursday, October 19 through Sunday October 22 with in-person screenings Saturday October 21st at the Freight and Salvage in Berkeley and Sunday October 22 at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.
For more information, please visit the Superfest Film website.
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Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
(All day)
Oct 19 – Oct 22Superfest Disability Film Festival is the longest running disability film festival in the world. Superfest celebrates cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex, unabashed and engaging lens and features films starring and created by poeple with disables.
Superfest 2023 will occur online Thursday, October 19 through Sunday October 22 with in-person screenings Saturday October 21st at the Freight and Salvage in Berkeley and Sunday October 22 at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.
For more information, please visit the Superfest Film website.
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Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
Superfest Disability Film Festival (hybrid)
(All day)
Oct 19 – Oct 22Superfest Disability Film Festival is the longest running disability film festival in the world. Superfest celebrates cutting-edge cinema that portrays disability through a diverse, complex, unabashed and engaging lens and features films starring and created by poeple with disables.
Superfest 2023 will occur online Thursday, October 19 through Sunday October 22 with in-person screenings Saturday October 21st at the Freight and Salvage in Berkeley and Sunday October 22 at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.
For more information, please visit the Superfest Film website.
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Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)
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Oct 25We 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.
Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)Gratitude VIBES: October 2023 (online)
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Oct 25Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Please join us for an inspiring series of student presentations, individual check-ins, and gratitude-closers.
October Presentation Topics:
October 4: Sounds of Appreciation: Share your happy songs!
October 11: Silly Blind Tales—light-hearted, relatable anecdotes
October 18: A Journey Through the History of Our White Canes
October 25: The Four Agreements: Be Impeccable with your word.RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607.
Goalball with BORP (in-person)Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Oct 25Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades.
When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Where: The gym is located at 2100 Browning St. BerkeleyFor more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org
Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants.
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Little Learners Playgroup (online)
Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Oct 26Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup, Thursdays from 9:30am - 10:15am. Enjoy fun activities with your little one, ages 0-6, while learning strategies to support your child's visual, sensory, motor and concept development. Connect with other families who understand and share your experience raising a child who is blind, has low vision, or Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI). Weekly activities are designed to be accessible for all, and to build upon monthly themes that you can integrate into your family routines. All are welcome!
For more information or to register, please email Jacqueline Barden at littlelearners@lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!
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!
