Events Calendar

Events in February 2026

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Feb 1
Feb 2(1 event)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 2

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

Feb 3
Feb 4
Feb 5(2 events)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 5

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

9:03 am: Little Learner Playgroup (Online)


Feb 5

Thursday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15 am

Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup. 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@old.lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!

Feb 6
Feb 7(1 event)

9:00 am: 30th Annual Lowenfeld-Akeson Early Years Symposium


Feb 7

30th ANNUAL LOWENFELD-AKESON EARLY YEARS SYMPOSIUM

Simple but not easy: Collaborative care and coaching for young children with CVI

February 7, 2026 9:00am to 3:30pm

California School for the Blind, 500 Walnut Street, Fremont, CA

Guest speakers:

Deborah Orel-Bixler, OD, PhD, FAAO

Emily Gorski, OD

Elizabeth Hartmann, PhD

Kitty Edstrand, PhD

Enjoy:

  • Continental breakfast and lunch (provided)
  • Announcement of the recipient of the 2026 Dr. William and Mrs. Ruth Silverman Excellence in Community Partnership Award
  • The Judith Lesner Family Forum
  • Networking with your peers

Tickets:

Tickets now available on Eventbrite.

Hosted by:

California Deafblind Services (CDBS)

California School for the Blind (CSB)

LightHouse Little Learners

San Francisco State University

California Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments (CAPVI)

For more information:

Contact the registrar, Jacqueline Barden, at jbarden@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7366

Feb 8
Feb 9(1 event)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 9

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

Feb 10
Feb 11
Feb 12(2 events)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 12

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

9:03 am: Little Learner Playgroup (Online)


Feb 12

Thursday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15 am

Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup. 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@old.lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!

Feb 13
Feb 14
Feb 15
Feb 16(1 event)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 16

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

Feb 17
Feb 18
Feb 19(2 events)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 19

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

9:03 am: Little Learner Playgroup (Online)


Feb 19

Thursday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15 am

Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup. 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@old.lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!

Feb 20(1 event)

1:00 pm: Tech Together: EchoVision Smart Glasses


Feb 20

EchoVision is an accessible set of smart glasses specifically designed for blind and low vision users. Featuring text recognition and scene description capabilities, the device is opening new avenues of access. Join the LightHouse Access Technology team and we’ll discuss the ongoing evolution of this latest contender in the arena of accessible, wearable tech.

Date: Friday, February 20

Time: 1 PM to 3 PM

Zoom Link: https://lighthouse-sf.zoom.us/j/95678166768

Feb 21
Feb 22
Feb 23(1 event)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 23

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

Feb 24
Feb 25
Feb 26(2 events)

(All day): AARP Tax-Aide Program (In-Person)

(All day)
Feb 26

Tax season is right around the corner! We are pleased to announce that LightHouse is once again 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 Mondays and Thursdays from February 5 - April 5, 2026, with the addition of Wednesday appointments available in March. Appointments are required, please see the available dates and time listed below.

Available Appointment Dates:

  • February 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, and 26
  • March 2, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 18, 19, 23, 25, 26, and 30
  • April 2, 6, and 9

Available Appointment Times:

  • 9:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 12:00 pm
  • 1:15 pm

Please allow for several hours for your appointment. The length of time depends on each individual tax return. Appointments can be scheduled by leaving a voicemail at 415-903-0360 or on this website.

This program is open to anyone who needs support filing their federal and California state tax returns for the tax years 2025, 2024, and 2023. Please note:

  • Each year requires a separate appointment and all years prior to 2025 or amendments will be scheduled in March
  • If you are expecting a Brokerage statement, please schedule your appointment in March to allow for time to receive your statement.

There is no requirement based on age, income level, or San Francisco residency.

For all information regarding the types of returns the AARP Tax-Aide Program can file, please click this link.

If you have questions about your eligibility, please call the AARP number at 415-903-0360.

Once your appointment is scheduled, please click this link to see what documents will need to be completed as well as what to bring with you.

9:03 am: Little Learner Playgroup (Online)


Feb 26

Thursday mornings from 9:30 am to 10:15 am

Bring your giggles and wiggles to Little Learners weekly Zoom Playgroup. 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@old.lighthouse-sf.org or call 415-694-7657. Meet you in the Zoom Room!

Feb 27
Feb 28(2 events)

2:00 pm: Black History Month Celebration with Keynote Speaker Ever Lee Hairston


Feb 28

When: Saturday February 28 from 2:00-5:00 PM
Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA
Join us as we welcome civil rights advocate and author Ms. Ever Lee Hairston (Blind Ambition: One Woman’s Journey to Greatness) as our 2026 keynote speaker. More details to come!
 

2:00 pm: Black History Month Celebration with Keynote Speaker Ever Lee Hairston


Feb 28

When: Saturday, February 28 from 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA
Join us as we welcome civil rights advocate and author Ms. Ever Lee Hairston (Blind Ambition: One Woman’s Journey to Greatness) as our 2026 keynote speaker.

The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling 415-694-7325.

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.

The LightHouse’s campuses are peanut-free. Please do not bring any peanut products to any LightHouse campuses.

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!

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