Events in August 2023
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Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
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Aug 1Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
August 1: Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps.
Join the Access Technology team to navigate the world of music streaming services. We will also discuss Audio formats such as HiFi and lossless.RSVP online for Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 8: All about Audio Gear
Join the Access Technology team to explore a wide variety of audio recording and audio producing gear! We will discuss microphones, earbuds, headsets, speakers, amplifiers, and more.RSVP online for All about Audio Gear, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 15: Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!
Join the Access Technology team, and we will discuss the ins-and-outs of audio recording. We will address using the iPhone, using audio interfaces, and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Reaper, GarageBand and Ableton Live.RSVP online for Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 22: Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts
Join the Access Technology team to talk all about podcasting! We will demystify equipment, dedicated services, servers, environmental considerations, etc.RSVP online for Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 29: Get in Touch with Tactile Icons
The LightHouse Access Technology team is honored and delighted to welcome Anne DeWitte, of Tangible Surface Research, to the Tech Together community! Tangible Surface Research produces the Home Appliance Labeling and Overlay System, (HALOS), and sells premade and custom sets of tactile icons to make inaccessible home appliances accessible. Anne will be discussing the importance, use cases, and development of these products, and sharing how community members like you can get your hands on some tactile icons.RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Aug 2Bay 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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Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco (hybrid)
Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco (hybrid)
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Aug 3Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco, Aug 3-4, 2023
To celebrate our 60th anniversary, The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute is hosting a hybrid conference on Functional Vision and Accessibility, a 2-day international workshop on translational research to address visual impairment and accessibility. The conference will bring together stakeholders (those experiencing vision loss and blindness) and those doing translational research (scientists, clinicians, and inventors) to address long-standing and emerging vision problems with promising new approaches. Currently we have a limited number of travel grants for trainees and members of underrepresented groups to attend. We are waiting to find out whether we get funding for more travel grants.
More details of the meeting can be found at www.ski.org/FVAconference.
Our sessions topics and speakers include:
• Understanding the role of eye movements in active visual perception and their potential as a biomarker for various clinical conditions
Speakers: Jacob Yates (UC Berkeley), Jorge Otero-Millan (UC Berkeley), Esther Gonzales (U Toronto), Christy Sheehy (CLight Technologies)
Discussant: Preeti Verghese (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Understanding the role of the maldevelopment of vergence and accommodation on impaired binocular function and its functional consequences
Speakers: Paul Gamlin (U Alabama Birmingham), Jenny Read (U Newcastle), Rowan Candy (U Indiana, Bloomington), Ewa Niechwiej-Szwedo (U Waterloo)
Discussant: Dennis Levi (UC Berkeley)
• Evaluating retinal and cortical visual function in health and disease
Speakers: Omar Mahroo (University College London), Ravi Jonnal (UC Davis), Yoichiro Masuda (Jikei University), Holly Bridge (Oxford University)
Discussant: Christopher Tyler (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Brain plasticity after partial or complete loss of functional vision
Speakers: Mriganka Sur (MIT) Wu Li (Beijing Normal University), Lotfi Merabet (Mass. Eye & Ear), Ione Fine (University of Washington)
Discussant: Lora Likova (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Using emerging tools such as artificial intelligence and neural networks to understand human vision and visual dysfunction, and using AI and data science to complement human expertise
Speakers: Miguel Eckstein (UC Santa Barbara) Frank Tong (Vanderbilt), Dan Yamins (Stanford), Danna Gurari (Univ. of Colorado, Boulder)
Discussant: Laura Walker (Apple)
• Using virtual and augmented reality in visual assessment, binocular training, and navigation
Speakers: Ben Backus (Vivid Vision), Brandon Biggs (Georgia Tech), Paul Ruvolo (Olin College), Yuhang Zhao (Univ. of Wisconsin, Madison)
Discussant: James Coughlan (Smith-Kettlewell)
• A special session devoted to an in-depth discussion on vision restoration vs. using the remaining senses, in the context of the onset of visual impairment and the populations they serve
Speakers: Juliette MacGregor (Univ. of Rochester), Michael Beyeler (UC Santa Barbara), Dan Adams (Neuralink), Josh Miele (Amazon), Gordon Legge (Univ. of Minnesota), Sile O'Modhrain (Univ. of Michigan), Don Fletcher (Smith-Kettlewell)
Discussant: Arvind Chandna (Smith-Kettlewell)
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Aug 3Join the LightHouse’s monthly access Technology Spanish meeting. Tecnología para todos is a space where users share their knowledge and experience. Each month, we talk about services, applications and devices available for blind and low vision users.
This event will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone.
Zoom meeting details will be provided when you rsvp by email to: JColon@lighthouse-sf.org or by calling 415-694-7323.
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Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco (hybrid)
Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco (hybrid)
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Aug 4Functional Vision and Accessibility conference, San Francisco, Aug 3-4, 2023
To celebrate our 60th anniversary, The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute is hosting a hybrid conference on Functional Vision and Accessibility, a 2-day international workshop on translational research to address visual impairment and accessibility. The conference will bring together stakeholders (those experiencing vision loss and blindness) and those doing translational research (scientists, clinicians, and inventors) to address long-standing and emerging vision problems with promising new approaches. Currently we have a limited number of travel grants for trainees and members of underrepresented groups to attend. We are waiting to find out whether we get funding for more travel grants.
More details of the meeting can be found at www.ski.org/FVAconference.
Our sessions topics and speakers include:
• Understanding the role of eye movements in active visual perception and their potential as a biomarker for various clinical conditions
Speakers: Jacob Yates (UC Berkeley), Jorge Otero-Millan (UC Berkeley), Esther Gonzales (U Toronto), Christy Sheehy (CLight Technologies)
Discussant: Preeti Verghese (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Understanding the role of the maldevelopment of vergence and accommodation on impaired binocular function and its functional consequences
Speakers: Paul Gamlin (U Alabama Birmingham), Jenny Read (U Newcastle), Rowan Candy (U Indiana, Bloomington), Ewa Niechwiej-Szwedo (U Waterloo)
Discussant: Dennis Levi (UC Berkeley)
• Evaluating retinal and cortical visual function in health and disease
Speakers: Omar Mahroo (University College London), Ravi Jonnal (UC Davis), Yoichiro Masuda (Jikei University), Holly Bridge (Oxford University)
Discussant: Christopher Tyler (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Brain plasticity after partial or complete loss of functional vision
Speakers: Mriganka Sur (MIT) Wu Li (Beijing Normal University), Lotfi Merabet (Mass. Eye & Ear), Ione Fine (University of Washington)
Discussant: Lora Likova (Smith-Kettlewell)
• Using emerging tools such as artificial intelligence and neural networks to understand human vision and visual dysfunction, and using AI and data science to complement human expertise
Speakers: Miguel Eckstein (UC Santa Barbara) Frank Tong (Vanderbilt), Dan Yamins (Stanford), Danna Gurari (Univ. of Colorado, Boulder)
Discussant: Laura Walker (Apple)
• Using virtual and augmented reality in visual assessment, binocular training, and navigation
Speakers: Ben Backus (Vivid Vision), Brandon Biggs (Georgia Tech), Paul Ruvolo (Olin College), Yuhang Zhao (Univ. of Wisconsin, Madison)
Discussant: James Coughlan (Smith-Kettlewell)
• A special session devoted to an in-depth discussion on vision restoration vs. using the remaining senses, in the context of the onset of visual impairment and the populations they serve
Speakers: Juliette MacGregor (Univ. of Rochester), Michael Beyeler (UC Santa Barbara), Dan Adams (Neuralink), Josh Miele (Amazon), Gordon Legge (Univ. of Minnesota), Sile O'Modhrain (Univ. of Michigan), Don Fletcher (Smith-Kettlewell)
Discussant: Arvind Chandna (Smith-Kettlewell)
NLS eReader workshop (in-person)NLS eReader workshop (in-person)
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Aug 4The San Francisco Public Library Talking Books and Braille Center (TBBC) and LightHouse are excited to announce our upcoming workshop, an Introduction to the National Library Service (NLS) eReader. The workshop provides a basic orientation to the eReader, starting with getting familiar with the layout of the device and basic functionality of the thumb keys. We will cover how to read a Braille book from an NLS cartridge and the various navigation options available in the eReader’s Book Reader. Workshop attendees will be able to receive additional one-on-one training with members of TBBC and LightHouse staff.
This workshop will be held in person at the LightHouse headquarters at 1155 Market St, 10th floor. The work is open to both LightHouse students and TBBC patrons.
Registration for this workshop is required, as space is limited.
To register, please call us at 415-557-4253 or email talkingbooks@sfpl.org with the following information:
- Your name
- Preferred Braille grade (uncontracted or contracted Braille)
- If you need assistance getting to the LightHouse from the Main branch of the San Francisco Public library.
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Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
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Aug 8Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
August 1: Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps.
Join the Access Technology team to navigate the world of music streaming services. We will also discuss Audio formats such as HiFi and lossless.RSVP online for Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 8: All about Audio Gear
Join the Access Technology team to explore a wide variety of audio recording and audio producing gear! We will discuss microphones, earbuds, headsets, speakers, amplifiers, and more.RSVP online for All about Audio Gear, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 15: Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!
Join the Access Technology team, and we will discuss the ins-and-outs of audio recording. We will address using the iPhone, using audio interfaces, and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Reaper, GarageBand and Ableton Live.RSVP online for Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 22: Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts
Join the Access Technology team to talk all about podcasting! We will demystify equipment, dedicated services, servers, environmental considerations, etc.RSVP online for Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 29: Get in Touch with Tactile Icons
The LightHouse Access Technology team is honored and delighted to welcome Anne DeWitte, of Tangible Surface Research, to the Tech Together community! Tangible Surface Research produces the Home Appliance Labeling and Overlay System, (HALOS), and sells premade and custom sets of tactile icons to make inaccessible home appliances accessible. Anne will be discussing the importance, use cases, and development of these products, and sharing how community members like you can get your hands on some tactile icons.RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)National Federation of the Blind: San Francisco Chapter Meeting (online)
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Aug 8The National Federation of the Blind is a nationwide community of members that believe blind people can live the lives they want. We meet online via Zoom with the following schedule:
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. – Virtual Happy (Half) Hour
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Chapter MeetingTo RSVP, contact President Bobbi Pompey at bobbipompey@gmail.com or 336-988-6375.
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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Aug 9Bay 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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Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
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Aug 15Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
August 1: Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps.
Join the Access Technology team to navigate the world of music streaming services. We will also discuss Audio formats such as HiFi and lossless.RSVP online for Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 8: All about Audio Gear
Join the Access Technology team to explore a wide variety of audio recording and audio producing gear! We will discuss microphones, earbuds, headsets, speakers, amplifiers, and more.RSVP online for All about Audio Gear, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 15: Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!
Join the Access Technology team, and we will discuss the ins-and-outs of audio recording. We will address using the iPhone, using audio interfaces, and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Reaper, GarageBand and Ableton Live.RSVP online for Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 22: Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts
Join the Access Technology team to talk all about podcasting! We will demystify equipment, dedicated services, servers, environmental considerations, etc.RSVP online for Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 29: Get in Touch with Tactile Icons
The LightHouse Access Technology team is honored and delighted to welcome Anne DeWitte, of Tangible Surface Research, to the Tech Together community! Tangible Surface Research produces the Home Appliance Labeling and Overlay System, (HALOS), and sells premade and custom sets of tactile icons to make inaccessible home appliances accessible. Anne will be discussing the importance, use cases, and development of these products, and sharing how community members like you can get your hands on some tactile icons.RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Aug 16Bay 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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Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
Tecnologia para Todos (en línea)/Technology for All (online)
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Aug 17Join the LightHouse’s monthly access Technology Spanish meeting. Tecnología para todos is a space where users share their knowledge and experience. Each month, we talk about services, applications and devices available for blind and low vision users.
This event will be conducted using the Zoom platform. You can connect to Zoom using a computer, an app, or by dialing in from any phone.
Zoom meeting details will be provided when you rsvp by email to: JColon@lighthouse-sf.org or by calling 415-694-7323.
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CCCLV Sunday Chat with Terry Pacheco
CCCLV Sunday Chat with Terry Pacheco
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Aug 20California Council of Citizens with Low Vision invites you and your support networks to Sunday Chat with Terry Pacheco
Ms. Pacheco, online program coordinator, and the Council of Citizens with Low Vision International (CCLVI) 2nd Vice President, shares her personal story and public/private sector work experiences. Terry plans to discuss:
1. Living with low vision.
2. Items and strategies useful in day-to-day activities.
3. Low vision's affect on your ability to find and continue work.Date: Sunday, August 20, 2023
Time: 4–5 pm PST
Location: Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting by following this link or call 1.669.900.6833
Meeting ID: 859 2669 0965
Passcode: 282367
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Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
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Aug 22Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
August 1: Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps.
Join the Access Technology team to navigate the world of music streaming services. We will also discuss Audio formats such as HiFi and lossless.RSVP online for Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 8: All about Audio Gear
Join the Access Technology team to explore a wide variety of audio recording and audio producing gear! We will discuss microphones, earbuds, headsets, speakers, amplifiers, and more.RSVP online for All about Audio Gear, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 15: Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!
Join the Access Technology team, and we will discuss the ins-and-outs of audio recording. We will address using the iPhone, using audio interfaces, and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Reaper, GarageBand and Ableton Live.RSVP online for Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 22: Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts
Join the Access Technology team to talk all about podcasting! We will demystify equipment, dedicated services, servers, environmental considerations, etc.RSVP online for Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 29: Get in Touch with Tactile Icons
The LightHouse Access Technology team is honored and delighted to welcome Anne DeWitte, of Tangible Surface Research, to the Tech Together community! Tangible Surface Research produces the Home Appliance Labeling and Overlay System, (HALOS), and sells premade and custom sets of tactile icons to make inaccessible home appliances accessible. Anne will be discussing the importance, use cases, and development of these products, and sharing how community members like you can get your hands on some tactile icons.RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Aug 23Bay 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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Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
Tech Together: August 2023 (online)
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Aug 29Join the Access Technology team for a series of informal conversations on technology topics relevant to these current times.
August 1: Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps.
Join the Access Technology team to navigate the world of music streaming services. We will also discuss Audio formats such as HiFi and lossless.RSVP online for Go with the Flow with Music Streaming Apps, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 8: All about Audio Gear
Join the Access Technology team to explore a wide variety of audio recording and audio producing gear! We will discuss microphones, earbuds, headsets, speakers, amplifiers, and more.RSVP online for All about Audio Gear, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 15: Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!
Join the Access Technology team, and we will discuss the ins-and-outs of audio recording. We will address using the iPhone, using audio interfaces, and digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Reaper, GarageBand and Ableton Live.RSVP online for Is This Thing On? Get Ready to Record!, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 22: Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts
Join the Access Technology team to talk all about podcasting! We will demystify equipment, dedicated services, servers, environmental considerations, etc.RSVP online for Let’s Cast Those Pods: All about Recording Podcasts, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
August 29: Get in Touch with Tactile Icons
The LightHouse Access Technology team is honored and delighted to welcome Anne DeWitte, of Tangible Surface Research, to the Tech Together community! Tangible Surface Research produces the Home Appliance Labeling and Overlay System, (HALOS), and sells premade and custom sets of tactile icons to make inaccessible home appliances accessible. Anne will be discussing the importance, use cases, and development of these products, and sharing how community members like you can get your hands on some tactile icons.RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684.
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Goalball with BORP (in-person)
Goalball with BORP (in-person)
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Aug 30Bay 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.
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.
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