Events Calendar
The week's events
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Aug 30 |
Aug 31
(2 events)
– When: Mondays from 8:30am-9:30am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Meditation RSVP Link or Patricia There are many popular types of meditation practices: mindfulness, spirituality, focus, movement, mantra, visualization, passage meditation, and listening to sounds of nature. We look at cultural traditions and practices around the world. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflections from everyone are encouraged. – When: Mondays from 10:00AM-11:30 AM Where: Zoom (RSVP for the link if you are new to the program) RSVP: LINK here or Sabrina 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. |
Sep 1
(1 event)
– When: Tuesdays at 11 AM Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa RSVP: Denise Vancil, (707) 523-7832 or dvancil@lighthouse-sf.org Keep life in motion in this upbeat tap class designed for people with sight loss. No experience needed. Learn basic steps, rhythm, and coordination through clearly described instruction. Tap shoes available to borrow. |
Sep 2
(4 events)
– When: Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 AM Where: Zoom (RSVP for the link if you are new to the program) RSVP: Stress Reduction RSVP Link or Patricia Loving-kindness meditation, or Metta, is a gentle practice that quiets the inner critic, lifts your mood, and fosters compassion. Each session extends kindness to yourself and others using simple phrases like “May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease.” – When: Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30 AM Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa RSVP: Tai Chi RSVP Link or Patricia Discover the gentle art of Tai Chi Chuan class. Beginners are guided through touch-based positioning and verbal descriptions. Chairs are available for seated postures. Dance bars provide stability for standing practice. Tai Chi can improve balance, flexibility, coordination, and focus; reduce stress; and support joint health and circulation. It’s fun. On zoom turn your camera on for individual attention. – When: First Wednesday July 1 from 12:00-1:30pm Where: 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, CA, Room 3 RSVP: Living Well RSVP link or Patricia This intimate and informative discussion group looks at important issues of health and wellbeing. Our July focus is on summer activities for fun out in your communities. One example: Swimming or getting your body into water. Pool, spa, lake, ocean, or bathtub. All with safety in mind. – n My Own Words: Finding beauty in imperfection by Student Jane Y. Finding beauty in imperfection by Student Jane Y. |
Sep 3
(1 event)
– 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! |
Sep 4
(3 events)
(All day) When: September 4, 5, 6 Where: Enchanted Hills Camp, Napa Transportation from: San Francisco, Berkeley and Santa Rosa Cost and Registration: Located after the event description “What if your most powerful advocacy tool is a story only you can tell?” Join LightHouse for a weekend focused on self-advocacy, independence, and community. Storyteller, author, and Moth host Corey Rosen will lead an interactive workshop designed to help you discover, shape, and confidently share personal stories that inspire understanding and action. Through guided activities, partner exercises, and supportive coaching, participants will learn how everyday experiences can become powerful tools for self-advocacy, community education, and meaningful conversations with policymakers, professionals, friends, and family. To inform our speakers, share the topics that matter most to you. Email ideas to sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org. These might include healthcare, transportation, employment, issues related to aging, and more. Outside of workshop time, enjoy all that Enchanted Hills Camp has to offer, including nature walks, music, swimming, great food, opportunities to connect with others, time to relax, and more. Cost: Thanks to the generosity of a donor who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to attend, we are pleased to be able to offer a very discounted rate.
Registration: Let us know your interest: Interest Link Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. If you are a current LightHouse client, we will send you an Eventbrite registration link within 2 to 3 business days. If you are not currently a LightHouse client but may be eligible for services, our Intake Team will contact you to discuss enrollment and next steps. This program is offered in Collaboration with LightHouse Community Services and Advocacy Departments. – Are you a resident of San Francisco? Do you have Technical questions? The LightHouse Access Technology team is here to help you. When: Fridays from 12:30 to 3:30 PM Where: 1155 Market Street 10th floor Just come to the reception desk and ask for technical support. Bring your technology and technology questions. |
Sep 5
(2 events)
(All day) When: September 4, 5, 6 Where: Enchanted Hills Camp, Napa Transportation from: San Francisco, Berkeley and Santa Rosa Cost and Registration: Located after the event description “What if your most powerful advocacy tool is a story only you can tell?” Join LightHouse for a weekend focused on self-advocacy, independence, and community. Storyteller, author, and Moth host Corey Rosen will lead an interactive workshop designed to help you discover, shape, and confidently share personal stories that inspire understanding and action. Through guided activities, partner exercises, and supportive coaching, participants will learn how everyday experiences can become powerful tools for self-advocacy, community education, and meaningful conversations with policymakers, professionals, friends, and family. To inform our speakers, share the topics that matter most to you. Email ideas to sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org. These might include healthcare, transportation, employment, issues related to aging, and more. Outside of workshop time, enjoy all that Enchanted Hills Camp has to offer, including nature walks, music, swimming, great food, opportunities to connect with others, time to relax, and more. Cost: Thanks to the generosity of a donor who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to attend, we are pleased to be able to offer a very discounted rate.
Registration: Let us know your interest: Interest Link Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged. If you are a current LightHouse client, we will send you an Eventbrite registration link within 2 to 3 business days. If you are not currently a LightHouse client but may be eligible for services, our Intake Team will contact you to discuss enrollment and next steps. This program is offered in Collaboration with LightHouse Community Services and Advocacy Departments. |
The events for the upcoming week are read aloud on our event hotline every Friday, which can be accessed by calling 415-694-7325.
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