Events Calendar
Events in November 2025
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The Business of Blindness (online) The Business of Blindness (online)
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Nov 3When: Mondays from 10:00AM-11:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: RSVP Link to Business of Blindness or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org
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.
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Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online) Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online)
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Nov 4When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays (October-December) from 10:00 AM-11:30 AMOctober 7 and 21, November 4 and 18, and December 2 and 16RSVP: Speak Up RSVP Link or Email sbolus@lighthouse-sf.orgSpeak Up Skills is a six-week, peer-led support group designed for people adjusting to vision loss. Are you struggling to adapt to changes in your vision? Do you feel alone in navigating daily life with impaired vision? This group offers a supportive space to share experiences, insights, and strategies for living independently with changing vision.Following a cycle of topics from Hannah Fairbairn’s When You Can’t Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery, we’ll practice communication skills such as self-advocacy, boundary setting, and speaking up in medical settings, social events, and at home. Sessions include discussion, peer sharing, and role-plays.Reading the book is not required, but it is available on BARD (DBC11619) for those who want to explore more deeply. Space is limited; priority will be given to new participants, though returning students are always welcome.Hands On Ukulele (in-person) Hands On Ukulele (in-person)
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Nov 4Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa
Always wanted to play an instrument and not sure how to get started? Come to the EBC campus on Tuesdays for an all levels Ukulele class. The parts of the ukulele, strings, chords, are all taught through description and assistance. Volunteers, called chord callers, will verbally call out the cord ahead of time, as an accessible way of reading music. The class starts at a more beginner level allowing for everyone to play and warm up, and progresses to more challenging songs. Playing music has been known to develop dexterity, improve cognitive function, exercises the brain, enhances memory, and is simply FUN! Bring your voice and enthusiasm and join in the fun.
RSVP: Patricia Jefferson pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692
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Blind Bloopers (online) Blind Bloopers (online)
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Nov 5When: 1st Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: Blind Bloopers RSVP Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607(This will be our final Blind Bloopers session for 2025)Laugh with us at Blind Bloopers—a lighthearted session where we share the funny, unexpected, and relatable moments that come with blindness or low vision. From tech mix-ups to travel mishaps, come ready to chuckle, connect, and celebrate the joy in our perfectly imperfect lives!In My Own Words (Online) In My Own Words (Online)
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Nov 5When: 1st Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: In My Own Words RSVP Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607Stories in Motion is a student-led space where lived experiences take the stage. From lighthearted moments to deeper reflections, each story opens a window into the many ways life unfolds. After listening, we connect, share, and close in gratitude—reminded that every story is still being written. This month’s Storytellers:- Don: Backing Up the 1950s-60s Vocal Group, The Shirelles
- Doug: Tales from Alabama
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Little Learners Playgroup (online) Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Nov 6Thursday 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!
Live Performance of FAME the musical (In Person) Live Performance of FAME the musical (In Person)
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Nov 6When: Nov. 6 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM (part of Thursday’s Together)Where: 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa CARSVP: FAME RSVP Link Patricia pjefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 707-775-7153Based on the hit 1980 film, Fame follows the lives of students at New York’s High School for the Performing Arts as they navigate challenges, personal growth, and the pursuit of their dreams between 1980 and 1984. This live touring production is performed by talented high school students from Crossroads School of Arts and Sciences in Santa Monica, California.Blind Fencing (In Person) Blind Fencing (In Person)
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Nov 6When: Thursdays Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4, 11 from 11:30 AM-12:30 PMWhere: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CARSVP: RSVP Fencing Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607Please register early, Space is limited!Join fencing coaches and movement specialists Brandon Smith and Stacey Breidenstein from SF Fencing Academy for an intro to the sport of Blind Fencing. Fencing has been taught to the blind and visually impaired in the US since the 1950s! The series will cover the foundational concepts of the sport including fencing stance and footwork, how to orient yourself on the fencing strip or the area of play, blade work including attacks and parries (blocks), how to participate in a bout, as well as tactics and strategy. In class we’ll explore learning through listening and feel, and explore areas of balance and proprioception through fun, guided movement, and fencing drills. Come learn this game of tactical tag in a fun, safe, supportive environment. -
The Business of Blindness (online) The Business of Blindness (online)
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Nov 10When: Mondays from 10:00AM-11:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: RSVP Link to Business of Blindness or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org
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.
Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online) Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online)
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Nov 10Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online)
When: 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
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Hands On Ukulele (in-person) Hands On Ukulele (in-person)
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Nov 11Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa
Always wanted to play an instrument and not sure how to get started? Come to the EBC campus on Tuesdays for an all levels Ukulele class. The parts of the ukulele, strings, chords, are all taught through description and assistance. Volunteers, called chord callers, will verbally call out the cord ahead of time, as an accessible way of reading music. The class starts at a more beginner level allowing for everyone to play and warm up, and progresses to more challenging songs. Playing music has been known to develop dexterity, improve cognitive function, exercises the brain, enhances memory, and is simply FUN! Bring your voice and enthusiasm and join in the fun.
RSVP: Patricia Jefferson pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692
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Movie Moments: Audio Described Films & Conversation (Hybrid) Movie Moments: Audio Described Films & Conversation (Hybrid)
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Nov 12When: Wednesday November 12 from 12:00-1:30pmWhere: 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, CA, Room 3 and ZoomRSVP: Patricia pjefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153Audio Described Documentary Film “QUINCY” 2018. Life, inspiration and music history of American recording producer, singer, musician and film producer.Best Accessible Things to Do! (Online) Best Accessible Things to Do! (Online)
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Nov 12When: 2nd Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: Accessible Things RSVP Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607Join us for a fun and practical exchange of tips on accessible activities, places, apps, and helpful tools you use at home. Whether it’s a great museum tour, a fitness class, or a handy app, come share what’s working for you and learn from others. Together, we’ll build a go-to list of ideas designed with accessibility in mind!
Fireside Chat with Lighthouse Guild New York (Hybrid) Fireside Chat with Lighthouse Guild New York (Hybrid)
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Nov 12Wednesday, November 12, 5:00 - 6:30 PM, Hybrid Event
Join our Board Chair, Jennison Asuncion, alongside Thomas Panek, CEO of LGI, and James (Jim) Dubin, LGI Board Chair, for another fireside chat. They will provide an update on where things are with the exploration phase of the possible partnership between the two agencies as well as take your questions. We are excited this time to have both Thomas and Jim join us in-person. While this will be a hybrid event, we encourage as many of you who can, to join us live at the LH to have an opportunity to meet Jim and Thomas.
The fireside chat and community Q&A will take place from 5:00 to 6:00 PM Pacific Time. This will be followed by a half-hour to mix and mingle with our guests.
Where: In-person at the LightHouse HQ, 1155 Market St., 10th Floor, San Francisco, or virtually on Zoom
RSVP: All attendees must complete the RSVP form here. Virtual attendees will be emailed the Zoom link. Please be sure to include the correct email address when you complete the RSVP form.Please RSVP no later then Monday, November 10 to confirm your attendance. When you submit this form, it will not automatically collect your details, like name, unless you provide them yourself.
Note: Online ASL interpreters will be available. If you need additional accommodations, please email COS@lighthouse-sf.org.
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Little Learners Playgroup (online) Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Nov 13Thursday 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!
Book Club (Hybrid) Book Club (Hybrid)
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Nov 13When: 2nd Thursdays from 10:30-12:00Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa and ZoomAll books are on BARD- Ninth Street Women #DB110062 Mary Gabriel, A remarkable and inspiring story of the power of art and artists in shaping not just postwar America but the future
- Born A Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood #DB86608 Trevor Noah, An autobiography, the book focuses on Noah's childhood growing up in his native South Africa after he was born of an illegal interracial relationshipduring the apartheid era.
Blind Fencing (In Person) Blind Fencing (In Person)
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Nov 13When: Thursdays Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4, 11 from 11:30 AM-12:30 PMWhere: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CARSVP: RSVP Fencing Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607Please register early, Space is limited!Join fencing coaches and movement specialists Brandon Smith and Stacey Breidenstein from SF Fencing Academy for an intro to the sport of Blind Fencing. Fencing has been taught to the blind and visually impaired in the US since the 1950s! The series will cover the foundational concepts of the sport including fencing stance and footwork, how to orient yourself on the fencing strip or the area of play, blade work including attacks and parries (blocks), how to participate in a bout, as well as tactics and strategy. In class we’ll explore learning through listening and feel, and explore areas of balance and proprioception through fun, guided movement, and fencing drills. Come learn this game of tactical tag in a fun, safe, supportive environment.Nature and Gardening with Marney Blair (Online) Nature and Gardening with Marney Blair (Online)
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Nov 13When: 2nd and 4th Thursdays October 9 and 23 from 12:00-1:00pmRSVP: Nature and Gardening with Marney Blair, or Patricia pjefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153Planting Seeds Together: Your box will be coming in the mail and contain potting soil and cow pots. Each person will get 3 cow pots. Each paper bag has three envelopes. Each envelope is labeled what seeds are inside. Inside the envelope is a plastic sandwich bag that holds the seeds. People should open one envelope at a time over a plate of something that can collect the small seeds. The squash envelope has 2 seeds; Chard envelope has 6 seeds and Lettuce envelope has 5 seeds.Marney will describe how to do all of it for us. -
The Business of Blindness (online) The Business of Blindness (online)
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Nov 17When: Mondays from 10:00AM-11:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: RSVP Link to Business of Blindness or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org
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.
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Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online) Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online)
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Nov 18When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays (October-December) from 10:00 AM-11:30 AMOctober 7 and 21, November 4 and 18, and December 2 and 16RSVP: Speak Up RSVP Link or Email sbolus@lighthouse-sf.orgSpeak Up Skills is a six-week, peer-led support group designed for people adjusting to vision loss. Are you struggling to adapt to changes in your vision? Do you feel alone in navigating daily life with impaired vision? This group offers a supportive space to share experiences, insights, and strategies for living independently with changing vision.Following a cycle of topics from Hannah Fairbairn’s When You Can’t Believe Your Eyes: Vision Loss and Personal Recovery, we’ll practice communication skills such as self-advocacy, boundary setting, and speaking up in medical settings, social events, and at home. Sessions include discussion, peer sharing, and role-plays.Reading the book is not required, but it is available on BARD (DBC11619) for those who want to explore more deeply. Space is limited; priority will be given to new participants, though returning students are always welcome.Hands On Ukulele (in-person) Hands On Ukulele (in-person)
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Nov 18Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa
Always wanted to play an instrument and not sure how to get started? Come to the EBC campus on Tuesdays for an all levels Ukulele class. The parts of the ukulele, strings, chords, are all taught through description and assistance. Volunteers, called chord callers, will verbally call out the cord ahead of time, as an accessible way of reading music. The class starts at a more beginner level allowing for everyone to play and warm up, and progresses to more challenging songs. Playing music has been known to develop dexterity, improve cognitive function, exercises the brain, enhances memory, and is simply FUN! Bring your voice and enthusiasm and join in the fun.
RSVP: Patricia Jefferson pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692
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Music and Memories (Online) Music and Memories (Online)
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Nov 19When: 3rd Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: Music and Memories RSVP Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7607Join us for Music & Memories—our monthly music appreciation session! Share a song that brings you joy, lifts your spirits, or takes you back to a special time. We’ll listen, reflect, and connect through the power of music. Come ready to reminisce and celebrate the soundtrack of our lives! -
Little Learners Playgroup (online) Little Learners Playgroup (online)
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Nov 20Thursday 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!
Blind Fencing (In Person) Blind Fencing (In Person)
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Nov 20When: Thursdays Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4, 11 from 11:30 AM-12:30 PMWhere: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CARSVP: RSVP Fencing Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607Please register early, Space is limited!Join fencing coaches and movement specialists Brandon Smith and Stacey Breidenstein from SF Fencing Academy for an intro to the sport of Blind Fencing. Fencing has been taught to the blind and visually impaired in the US since the 1950s! The series will cover the foundational concepts of the sport including fencing stance and footwork, how to orient yourself on the fencing strip or the area of play, blade work including attacks and parries (blocks), how to participate in a bout, as well as tactics and strategy. In class we’ll explore learning through listening and feel, and explore areas of balance and proprioception through fun, guided movement, and fencing drills. Come learn this game of tactical tag in a fun, safe, supportive environment. -
The Business of Blindness (online) The Business of Blindness (online)
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Nov 24When: Mondays from 10:00AM-11:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
RSVP: RSVP Link to Business of Blindness or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org
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.
Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online) Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online)
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Nov 24Toastmasters: LightHouse Visionaries! (Online)
When: 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Where: Zoom (New to this program? RSVP for the link)
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Hands On Ukulele (in-person) Hands On Ukulele (in-person)
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Nov 25Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa
Always wanted to play an instrument and not sure how to get started? Come to the EBC campus on Tuesdays for an all levels Ukulele class. The parts of the ukulele, strings, chords, are all taught through description and assistance. Volunteers, called chord callers, will verbally call out the cord ahead of time, as an accessible way of reading music. The class starts at a more beginner level allowing for everyone to play and warm up, and progresses to more challenging songs. Playing music has been known to develop dexterity, improve cognitive function, exercises the brain, enhances memory, and is simply FUN! Bring your voice and enthusiasm and join in the fun.
RSVP: Patricia Jefferson pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692
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!