Events in January 2022
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Jan 1(1 event) 7:00 pm: Virtual Campfire – Kick of the New Year with an EHC Virtual Campfire! Every first Saturday evening of the month Enchanted Hills Camp Director, Tony Fletcher, will serve as your host for these fun interactive virtual events. The campfires are designed for all ages and will focus on camp updates, music, laughter and fun. Time: 7 to 9 PM PDT RSVP: Daisy Soto at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org |
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Jan 18(2 events) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. 2:00 pm: Tech Together Online – Tech Together Online: Team Up on Microsoft Teams Microsoft Teams is a robust virtual conferencing platform with solid accessibility support for access technology users. Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to join, schedule, and moderate meetings on Microsoft Teams. RSVP for Tech Together Online: Team Up on Microsoft Teams. Tuesday, January 18 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Tech Together Online: Get Together on Google Meet Google Meet is Google's platform for hosting virtual meetings. How does its accessibility experience compare to that of other virtual conferencing contenders? Join the Access Technology team and we'll discuss how to join, schedule and moderate meetings on Google Meet. RSVP for Tech Together Online: Get Together on Google Meet Tuesday, January 25 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Jan 19(1 event) 7:00 pm: EHC Time Capsule – Join EHC Camp Director Tony Fletcher as he interviews longtime camper and volunteer, Linda Fonseca as she walks us thru the decades of Enchanted Hills Camp programing and facility upgrades from the mid-sixties to now. To RSVP email Jaclyne at jatoigue@lighthouse-sf.org. |
Jan 20(2 events) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. 2:00 pm: Tecnología para Todos – Tecnología para Todos, es un espacio en donde los usuarios comparten sus conocimientos y experiencias. Cada mes conversamos sobre distintos servicios, aplicaciones y dispositivos disponibles para personas ciegas y con baja visión. ¡Te esperamos! Jueves, 20 de enero del 2 al 4 pacifico Join our 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. Thursday, January 20 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm RSVP to Jeffrey Colon at JColon@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7323. |
Jan 21(2 events) 12:00 pm: 2022 Holman Prize for Blind Ambition Applications Open Now in its sixth year, the Holman Prize for Blind Ambition awards up to $25,000 each to three blind people with ideas that will challenge misconceptions about blindness worldwide. If you will be at least 18 years of age by October 1, 2022 and are blind or legally blind, you can apply. Applications open on Friday, January 21 at noon Pacific Standard Time or GMT/UTC -8. 8:00 pm: Spanish Audio Described Movie Club – When: Friday January 21, 2022 from 8:00 – 10:30 PM Who: Blind and low-vision teens and young adults RSVP: Contact Daisy Soto at dsoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7328 Looking for something new to do on Friday night’s? We’re excited to announce a new Spanish audio described movie club for teens and young adults. Whether you’re a fluent speaker or just want to brush up on some Spanish skills and connect with friends over an action-packed movie, we hope you’ll join us on January 22nd for this new program premier! For our first gathering we will be watching Black Widow, a Marvel thriller about Avenger Natasha Romanoff and her past as a spy. *Note: Black Widow is rated PG-13 for “intense sequences of violence/action, some language, and thematic material.”* Reunion de Audio Descripción en Español Cuando: Enero 22 2022 8:00 – 10:30 P.M. Quién: jóvenes ciegos y de baja vista. RSVP: Para registrarse, contacten a Daisy Soto dsoto@lighthouse-sf.org o 415-694-7328 Buscando algo nuevo que hacer los viernes por la tarde? Estamos muy emocionados de presentar nuestro nuevo programa para jóvenes, una reunión para mirar películas con audio descripción en español! No importa si son fluidos en español, o si simplemente quieren practicar el idioma un poco más conviviendo con amigos y mirando una nueva película. Espero que todos nos puedan acompañar para el estreno de este nuevo programa. Nuestra primera película será Black Widow, la historia de Natasha Romanoff Y su pasado como espía. *Nota: esta película es clasificada PG 13 por lenguaje y algunas escenas de violencia.* |
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Jan 24(1 event) 9:45 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together – 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 of all ages being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in a virtual six-session 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 virtual course is divided into six lessons over three weeks: a 2.5-hour introductory lesson with a Low Vision Optometrist, Social Worker, and two Certified Low Vision Therapists, followed by five, 2.5-hour lessons which will include practical skills taught by the Certified Low Vision Therapists. It is a comprehensive skills training distance course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the virtual six-session course, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants can be eligible for individualized Low Vision Therapy lessons. The classes will be taught via Zoom Video Conferencing, best viewed on a tablet, laptop, or computer (phone is not recommended for participation in this course due to small screen size for viewing class materials and resource options) at the following dates and times (Pacific Standard Time): Week 1: Monday, January 24 and Wednesday, January 26 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 2: Monday, January 31 and Wednesday, February 2 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 3: Monday, February 7 and Wednesday, February 9 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 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 RSVP by Monday, January 10 to receive class materials in time for the first class on Monday, January 24. To register please contact Debbie Bacon at 415-694-7357 or Certified Low Vision Therapist, Gina di Grazia at gdigrazia@lighthouse-sf.org. The class is limited to ten students; once the class limit is reached, all other students will be placed on a waitlist for the next available class (date TBA). |
Jan 25(1 event) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. |
Jan 26(1 event) 9:45 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together – 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 of all ages being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in a virtual six-session 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 virtual course is divided into six lessons over three weeks: a 2.5-hour introductory lesson with a Low Vision Optometrist, Social Worker, and two Certified Low Vision Therapists, followed by five, 2.5-hour lessons which will include practical skills taught by the Certified Low Vision Therapists. It is a comprehensive skills training distance course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the virtual six-session course, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants can be eligible for individualized Low Vision Therapy lessons. The classes will be taught via Zoom Video Conferencing, best viewed on a tablet, laptop, or computer (phone is not recommended for participation in this course due to small screen size for viewing class materials and resource options) at the following dates and times (Pacific Standard Time): Week 1: Monday, January 24 and Wednesday, January 26 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 2: Monday, January 31 and Wednesday, February 2 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 3: Monday, February 7 and Wednesday, February 9 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 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 RSVP by Monday, January 10 to receive class materials in time for the first class on Monday, January 24. To register please contact Debbie Bacon at 415-694-7357 or Certified Low Vision Therapist, Gina di Grazia at gdigrazia@lighthouse-sf.org. The class is limited to ten students; once the class limit is reached, all other students will be placed on a waitlist for the next available class (date TBA). |
Jan 27(1 event) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. |
Jan 28(1 event) 4:00 pm: Una tarde de Deportes con Flor Jimenez – Una tarde de deportes con Flor Jimenez Cuándo: 28 de enero 2022 de 4:00 – 5:30 PM Dónde: Por Zoom. pueden agregarse usando una computadora, tableta, o teléfono. Mirando y jugando deportes siempre ha sido un tema muy popular en latinoamérica, pero ustedes se han preguntado como la gente ciega y de baja vista participa en deportes en estas partes del mundo? Acompáñenos este enero para una conversación sobre la variedad de deportes populares que existen, y historias de cómo atletas de países como Colombia están trabajando para avanzar sus nombres como atletas y asegurarse que otra gente ciega y de baja vista tenga la oportunidad des participar. Con preguntas o para registrarse contacten a Esmeralda Soto esoto@lighthouse-sf.org o 415-694-7323 * Por favor regístrense antes del jueves 27 de enero.* An Evening about Sports with Flor Jimenez When: January 28 2022 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM Where: Virtual over Zoom, you can access Zoom on a phone, tablet, or computer. Whether you’re watching, playing, or coaching them, sports are a very popular interest throughout Latin-America. But have you ever wondered about the various opportunities for blind athletes in this part of the world? Join us this January for what is sure to be a fascinating conversation about popular sports for the blind, and how disabled athletes from countries such as Colombia are working to make them more accessible while building a name for themselves in the world of sports. With questions or to RSVP contact Esmeralda Soto at esoto@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7323 *Please RSVP by Thursday January 27* |
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Jan 31(1 event) 9:45 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together – 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 of all ages being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in a virtual six-session 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 virtual course is divided into six lessons over three weeks: a 2.5-hour introductory lesson with a Low Vision Optometrist, Social Worker, and two Certified Low Vision Therapists, followed by five, 2.5-hour lessons which will include practical skills taught by the Certified Low Vision Therapists. It is a comprehensive skills training distance course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the virtual six-session course, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants can be eligible for individualized Low Vision Therapy lessons. The classes will be taught via Zoom Video Conferencing, best viewed on a tablet, laptop, or computer (phone is not recommended for participation in this course due to small screen size for viewing class materials and resource options) at the following dates and times (Pacific Standard Time): Week 1: Monday, January 24 and Wednesday, January 26 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 2: Monday, January 31 and Wednesday, February 2 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 3: Monday, February 7 and Wednesday, February 9 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 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 RSVP by Monday, January 10 to receive class materials in time for the first class on Monday, January 24. To register please contact Debbie Bacon at 415-694-7357 or Certified Low Vision Therapist, Gina di Grazia at gdigrazia@lighthouse-sf.org. The class is limited to ten students; once the class limit is reached, all other students will be placed on a waitlist for the next available class (date TBA). |
Feb 1(3 events) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. 10:00 am: LightHouse and AARP Tax Support – LightHouse is partnering with AARP’s Tax-Aide Program to provide free tax filing support at 1155 Market Street this tax filing season. AARP will be at LightHouse HQ on Tuesdays and Thursdays from February 1 – April 15. Appointments are required and they can be made for 10 am, 11:15 am, and 12:30 pm. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415 – 694 – 7648 or completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/GfZJ4wRnGV Due to the “red” level of COVID-19 spread that the CDC has determined SF to be in, this will be a “same day drop off” structure. Tax payers will come to 1155 and drop off their materials with AARP tax preparers. They will then wait in MPR C or Reception while their taxes are being prepared. They may leave but it is preferred that they stay. The appointments are scheduled for one hour and fifteen minutes and most taxes will be able to be completed in that time. This is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and CA state tax returns for the tax years 2021, 2020, and 2019 (note: each year requires a separate appointment). There is no requirement based on age, income level, or SF residency. Please bring with you:
COVID-19 Requirements:
There are some specific requirements and not all taxes will be able to be completed by AARP volunteers, these will be addressed when the appointments are made. If you have any questions, please call 415 -694 -7648. Thank you. 2:00 pm: Tech Together Online – Feb 1: Making the Most of Zoom Meetings RSVP to Tech Together: Making the Most of Zoom Meetings Feb 8: The World Of Accessible Reading RSVP to Tech Together: The World of Accessible Reading Feb 15: What's New in Windows 11? RSVP to Tech Together: What's New in Windows 11 Feb 22: Top Tech Tricks |
Feb 2(1 event) 9:45 am: Low Vision Skills: Putting It All Together – 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 of all ages being served by the California Department of Rehabilitation, are invited to participate in a virtual six-session 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 virtual course is divided into six lessons over three weeks: a 2.5-hour introductory lesson with a Low Vision Optometrist, Social Worker, and two Certified Low Vision Therapists, followed by five, 2.5-hour lessons which will include practical skills taught by the Certified Low Vision Therapists. It is a comprehensive skills training distance course introducing participants to foundational low vision concepts, skills, and current technologies for maximizing successful, independent daily living skills. After the virtual six-session course, participants can expect to feel more confident in using their vision and making changes in their environment for independent daily living skills. Thereafter, participants can be eligible for individualized Low Vision Therapy lessons. The classes will be taught via Zoom Video Conferencing, best viewed on a tablet, laptop, or computer (phone is not recommended for participation in this course due to small screen size for viewing class materials and resource options) at the following dates and times (Pacific Standard Time): Week 1: Monday, January 24 and Wednesday, January 26 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 2: Monday, January 31 and Wednesday, February 2 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Week 3: Monday, February 7 and Wednesday, February 9 – 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. 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 RSVP by Monday, January 10 to receive class materials in time for the first class on Monday, January 24. To register please contact Debbie Bacon at 415-694-7357 or Certified Low Vision Therapist, Gina di Grazia at gdigrazia@lighthouse-sf.org. The class is limited to ten students; once the class limit is reached, all other students will be placed on a waitlist for the next available class (date TBA). |
Feb 3(3 events) 9:30 am: Get Moving: O&M for Independent Travel – This course is designed to offer foundational Orientation & Mobility knowledge, concepts, and skills in a friendly, small group atmosphere. It is intended for any individual who is new to blind and low vision skills training; waiting for one-on-one services; or would benefit from developing their existing skills with an in-depth O&M training refresher. To RSVP, please contact Robert Alminana at ralminana@lighthouse-sf.org or Jennifer Huey jhuey@lighthouse-sf.org. Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 11. 10:00 am: LightHouse and AARP Tax Support – LightHouse is partnering with AARP’s Tax-Aide Program to provide free tax filing support at 1155 Market Street this tax filing season. AARP will be at LightHouse HQ on Tuesdays and Thursdays from February 1 – April 15. Appointments are required and they can be made for 10 am, 11:15 am, and 12:30 pm. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415 – 694 – 7648 or completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/GfZJ4wRnGV Due to the “red” level of COVID-19 spread that the CDC has determined SF to be in, this will be a “same day drop off” structure. Tax payers will come to 1155 and drop off their materials with AARP tax preparers. They will then wait in MPR C or Reception while their taxes are being prepared. They may leave but it is preferred that they stay. The appointments are scheduled for one hour and fifteen minutes and most taxes will be able to be completed in that time. This is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and CA state tax returns for the tax years 2021, 2020, and 2019 (note: each year requires a separate appointment). There is no requirement based on age, income level, or SF residency. Please bring with you:
COVID-19 Requirements:
There are some specific requirements and not all taxes will be able to be completed by AARP volunteers, these will be addressed when the appointments are made. If you have any questions, please call 415 -694 -7648. Thank you. 2:00 pm: Tecnología para Todos – Tecnología para Todos, es un espacio en donde los usuarios comparten sus conocimientos y experiencias. Cada mes conversamos sobre distintos servicios, aplicaciones y dispositivos disponibles para personas ciegas y con baja visión. ¡Te esperamos! Este evento será programado en la plataforma Zoom. Podrá acceder a Zoom desde una computadora, dispositivo móvil, o marcando directamente desde cualquier teléfono. Recibirá los datos de la reunión de Zoom al confirmar su participación mediante correo electrónico a: jcolon@lighthouse-sf.org o dejando un mensaje de voz al (415) 694-7323. Join 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. |
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Feb 5(1 event) 7:00 pm: EHC Virtual Campfire – Join us for Enchanted Hills Camp Virtual Campfire! Every first Saturday evening of the month Enchanted Hills Camp Director, Tony Fletcher, will serve as your host for these fun interactive virtual events. The campfires are designed for all ages and will focus on camp updates, music, laughter and fun. Time: 7 to 9 PM PDT RSVP: Daisy Soto at DSoto@lighthouse-sf.org |
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