LightHouse will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.
The week's events
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Aug 27
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Aug 28(2 events)
9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online)9:30 am: The Business of Blindness: Coffee with Mike (online) – What does it mean to be blind or low vision? Mike Cole, a veteran of all things blindness, leads this call-in forum to discuss the many day-to-day ins and outs of blindness—from daily living in your home environment to navigating the vast expanse of bureaucracies. RSVP online for Coffee with Mike Cole or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 5:00 pm: Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online)5:00 pm: Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries (online) – Toastmasters is a place to develop skills of self-empowerment. It's a place to practice public speaking, improve communication, and build leadership skills. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 5 PM-7:30 PM. RSVP online for Toastmasters, or contact Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. |
Aug 29(1 event)
2:00 pm: Tech Together: August 2023 (online)2:00 pm: Tech Together: August 2023 (online) – Join 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. 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 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! 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 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 RSVP online for Get in Touch with Tactile Icons, or leave a voicemail at 415-694-7684. |
Aug 30(3 events)
9:30 am: Stress Reduction and Meditation (online)9:30 am: Stress Reduction and Meditation (online) – We offer a series of short, meditation-based practices each Wednesday morning for relaxation and stress reduction. The group is appropriate for beginners and advanced practitioners, and instruction is provided in all aspects of the practice. Instructor Jeffrey Schneider has more than 40 years of meditation and teaching experience. It is a virtual class using the Zoom platform—everyone is welcome as little or often as they like. Dial in, find a comfo rtable position, breathe deeply, clear your head, and de-stress. RSVP online to Stress Reduction and Meditation or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES: August 2023 (online)1:00 pm: Gratitude VIBES: August 2023 (online) – Gratitude-VIBES are Visually Impaired Blind Energizing Sessions. Join us for an inspiring series of student presentations. From uplifting songs to personal stories of overcoming adversity. Individual check-ins and a gratitude exercise follow presentations. August Theme: Stories of Gratitude RSVP online for Gratitude VIBES or to Sabrina Bolus at SBolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607. 6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person)6:30 pm: Goalball with BORP (in-person) – Bay Are Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) Goalball Practice is a fun way to get exercise and meet new people. The practice is designed for beginners and experienced players. If you do not have your own equipment, we can provide you with both elbow and knee pads and eyeshades. When: Wednesdays, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm For more details, please contact Brandon Young brandon@borp.org Please note - Proof of full vaccination is required and will be checked for new participants. |
Aug 31(1 event)
9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online)9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – Bring 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! |
Sep 1(1 event)
1:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person)1:00 pm: Meet Me in the Kitchen (in-person) – This class runs Fridays in September from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm “Meet me in the kitchen” is a five-week course designed to empower LightHouse students with the non-visual techniques needed to prepare and present delicious meals independently. This course is created and taught by Bobbi Pompey, an Independent Living Skills Specialist with a passion for cooking and teaching. Each week you will learn non-visual kitchen skills, general cooking tips and tricks, and prepare a snack or meal. Skills You Will Learn Include: Organizing, labeling, and preparing your kitchen and workspace Spots in this fun and educational course are limited, so secure your participation by contacting Bobbi Pompey, bpompey@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7613 by August 25th. Course Schedule: Session 1: September 1 - Welcome and Course Overview Session 2: September - Cracking the Code Session 3: September 15 - Getting the Job Done Session 4: September 22 - Learning to Spin All the Plates Session 5: September 29 - Putting On the Finishing Touches This course takes place at LightHouse San Francisco at 1155 Market St. 10th Floor. RSVP by August 25 to Bobbi Pompey at BPompey@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7613. |
Sep 2
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The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling 415-694-7325. For more information about visiting the Adaptations Store, head to our shop page.
The LightHouse is scent-free. Please abstain from wearing colognes, perfumes, or other scented products. Additionally, coffee must be securely lidded at all times and citrus should not be peeled on the premises. Thanks for supporting our efforts to respect chemical sensitivities!