Events Calendar
Events in August 2025
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Jul 27 |
Jul 28(2 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 10:30 am: Better Vision Support Group (in-person) – Varenna, 1401 Fountain Grove Parkway, Santa Rosa, Ca Low Vision Blindness group. we come together to share experiences and learn from one another. Fourth Monday of each month. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Jul 29(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise Class (Hybrid) – When: Tuesdays 9:15 am – 10:00 am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Exercise with dedicated volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. |
Jul 30(2 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (Online) – 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 sbolus@old.lighthouse-sf.org Loving-kindness meditation, also known as Metta, is a gentle practice that helps quiet the inner critic, lift your mood, and increase empathy. Each session guides you through extending compassion to a loved one, yourself, a neutral person, someone you may find challenging, and ultimately to all beings, using the simple phrases: May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease. Open to all experience levels, this practice offers a calming space to relax, reconnect, and cultivate compassion. 2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Jul 31(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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! | Aug 1 | Aug 2 |
Aug 3 |
Aug 4(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 5(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise Class (Hybrid) – When: Tuesdays 9:15 am – 10:00 am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Exercise with dedicated volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. |
Aug 6(3 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (Online) – 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 sbolus@old.lighthouse-sf.org Loving-kindness meditation, also known as Metta, is a gentle practice that helps quiet the inner critic, lift your mood, and increase empathy. Each session guides you through extending compassion to a loved one, yourself, a neutral person, someone you may find challenging, and ultimately to all beings, using the simple phrases: May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease. Open to all experience levels, this practice offers a calming space to relax, reconnect, and cultivate compassion. 10:30 am: Find Your Balance (In Person) – When: August 6 10:30 AM-12:00 PM Where: 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, CA, Room 3 RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Join us in our goal to improve your balance by discussing, learning and practicing techniques for improving balance and body awareness as well as sharing ideas for home safety tips.
2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 7(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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! | Aug 8 | Aug 9 |
Aug 10(1 event) 8:00 pm: Explore the Power of Your Internal Clock: Evening Meditation with Dennis Billups (Online) – When: Sunday, August 10, 17, 24, 31 from 8:00-8:45 PM Where: Zoom RSVP: RSVP for Meditation with Dennis Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder is a condition in which the sleep-wake cycle shifts later each day, making it difficult to maintain a consistent sleep schedule. It most commonly affects people who are totally blind, but individuals with low vision may also experience disrupted circadian rhythms. Research shows that consistent evening routines, like meditation, can help reinforce external time cues, which may be beneficial for individuals experiencing Non-24. Join us for a unique meditation series designed to support your body’s natural rhythm before sleep. Dennis Billups, longtime activist, community leader, and meditation guide, will lead sessions that help you connect with your circadian rhythm to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. This series pairs well with our upcoming talk on Understanding Non-24 and the Circadian Rhythm with nurse educator Jennifer Lyman on Wednesday, August 7. We encourage you to attend both events to help strengthen your sleep and wellness routine. (See listing above under Wednesday’s events.) |
Aug 11(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 12(6 events) 9:15 am: Exercise Class (Hybrid) – When: Tuesdays 9:15 am – 10:00 am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Exercise with dedicated volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. 10:30 am: Meadows of Napa Valley Vision Support Group (in-person) – The Meadows of Napa Valley, 1800 Atrium Parkway, Napa Low Vision Blindness group. we come together to share experiences and learn from one another. Second Tuesdays of each month. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 1:00 pm: Los Visionarios (In-Person) – When: Tuesday August 12 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA RSVP: Susana Sandoval at ssandoval@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7630 Los Visionarios is a Spanish-language group for individuals who are blind or have low vision. Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Tuesday. Join us for connection and community! 1:00 pm: Meditation with Ellen from San Francisco Zen Center (In Person) – When: 3rd Tuesday August 19 from 1:00-2:00 PM Where: 1155 Market Street, an Francisco, meet on the 10th Floor RSVP: Meditation with Ellen RSVP Link or Sabrina Bolus Facilitator Rev. Ellen Simpson, Outreach Coordinator from the San Francisco Zen Center, leads us through a Loving Kindness Meditation that blends gentle guidance with moments of shared silence. Experience a peaceful space to cultivate compassion and inner calm. On the 2nd Tuesday of the month, Ellen leads this meditation in Spanish. 1:00 pm: Sonoma Vintage House Senior Center Vision Support Group (in-person) – Sonoma Vintage House Senior Center 264 1st Street, Sonoma, Ca Low Vision Blindness group. we come together to share experiences and learn from one another. Second Tuesday of each month. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 7:00 pm: EHC Alumni Time Capsule (online) – Please join former Enchanted Hills Camp Director, Tony Fletcher as he interviews an EHC alumni. Please contact Hailey Browne at HBrowne@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7300 for Zoom Invite Information. |
Aug 13(3 events) 1:00 pm: Meditation with Ellen from San Francisco Zen Center (In Person) – When: 3rd Tuesday August 19 from 1:00-2:00 PM Where: 1155 Market Street, an Francisco, meet on the 10th Floor RSVP: Meditation with Ellen RSVP Link or Sabrina Bolus Facilitator Rev. Ellen Simpson, Outreach Coordinator from the San Francisco Zen Center, leads us through a Loving Kindness Meditation that blends gentle guidance with moments of shared silence. Experience a peaceful space to cultivate compassion and inner calm. On the 2nd Tuesday of the month, Ellen leads this meditation in Spanish. 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (Online) – 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 sbolus@old.lighthouse-sf.org Loving-kindness meditation, also known as Metta, is a gentle practice that helps quiet the inner critic, lift your mood, and increase empathy. Each session guides you through extending compassion to a loved one, yourself, a neutral person, someone you may find challenging, and ultimately to all beings, using the simple phrases: May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease. Open to all experience levels, this practice offers a calming space to relax, reconnect, and cultivate compassion. 2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 14(2 events) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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! 1:00 pm: Oakmont Gardens Vision Group (in-person) – Oakmont Gardens, 301 White Oak Drive, Santa Rosa, ca Low Vision Blindness group. we come together to share experiences and learn from one another. Second Thursdays of each month. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 | Aug 15 | Aug 16 |
Aug 17(1 event) 8:00 pm: Explore the Power of Your Internal Clock: Evening Meditation with Dennis Billups (Online) – When: Sunday, August 10, 17, 24, 31 from 8:00-8:45 PM Where: Zoom RSVP: RSVP for Meditation with Dennis Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder is a condition in which the sleep-wake cycle shifts later each day, making it difficult to maintain a consistent sleep schedule. It most commonly affects people who are totally blind, but individuals with low vision may also experience disrupted circadian rhythms. Research shows that consistent evening routines, like meditation, can help reinforce external time cues, which may be beneficial for individuals experiencing Non-24. Join us for a unique meditation series designed to support your body’s natural rhythm before sleep. Dennis Billups, longtime activist, community leader, and meditation guide, will lead sessions that help you connect with your circadian rhythm to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. This series pairs well with our upcoming talk on Understanding Non-24 and the Circadian Rhythm with nurse educator Jennifer Lyman on Wednesday, August 7. We encourage you to attend both events to help strengthen your sleep and wellness routine. (See listing above under Wednesday’s events.) |
Aug 18(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 19(2 events) 9:15 am: Exercise Class (Hybrid) – When: Tuesdays 9:15 am – 10:00 am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Exercise with dedicated volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. 1:00 pm: Meditation with Ellen from San Francisco Zen Center (In Person) – When: 3rd Tuesday August 19 from 1:00-2:00 PM Where: 1155 Market Street, an Francisco, meet on the 10th Floor RSVP: Meditation with Ellen RSVP Link or Sabrina Bolus Facilitator Rev. Ellen Simpson, Outreach Coordinator from the San Francisco Zen Center, leads us through a Loving Kindness Meditation that blends gentle guidance with moments of shared silence. Experience a peaceful space to cultivate compassion and inner calm. On the 2nd Tuesday of the month, Ellen leads this meditation in Spanish. |
Aug 20(2 events) 9:30 am: Stress Reduction & Meditation (Online) – 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 sbolus@old.lighthouse-sf.org Loving-kindness meditation, also known as Metta, is a gentle practice that helps quiet the inner critic, lift your mood, and increase empathy. Each session guides you through extending compassion to a loved one, yourself, a neutral person, someone you may find challenging, and ultimately to all beings, using the simple phrases: May you be safe, may you be happy, may you be healthy, may you live with ease. Open to all experience levels, this practice offers a calming space to relax, reconnect, and cultivate compassion. 2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 21(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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! | Aug 22 | Aug 23 |
Aug 24(1 event) 8:00 pm: Explore the Power of Your Internal Clock: Evening Meditation with Dennis Billups (Online) – When: Sunday, August 10, 17, 24, 31 from 8:00-8:45 PM Where: Zoom RSVP: RSVP for Meditation with Dennis Non-24-Hour Sleep-Wake Disorder is a condition in which the sleep-wake cycle shifts later each day, making it difficult to maintain a consistent sleep schedule. It most commonly affects people who are totally blind, but individuals with low vision may also experience disrupted circadian rhythms. Research shows that consistent evening routines, like meditation, can help reinforce external time cues, which may be beneficial for individuals experiencing Non-24. Join us for a unique meditation series designed to support your body’s natural rhythm before sleep. Dennis Billups, longtime activist, community leader, and meditation guide, will lead sessions that help you connect with your circadian rhythm to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. This series pairs well with our upcoming talk on Understanding Non-24 and the Circadian Rhythm with nurse educator Jennifer Lyman on Wednesday, August 7. We encourage you to attend both events to help strengthen your sleep and wellness routine. (See listing above under Wednesday’s events.) |
Aug 25(2 events) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 10:30 am: Better Vision Support Group (in-person) – Varenna, 1401 Fountain Grove Parkway, Santa Rosa, Ca Low Vision Blindness group. we come together to share experiences and learn from one another. Fourth Monday of each month. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 26(1 event) 9:15 am: Exercise Class (Hybrid) – When: Tuesdays 9:15 am – 10:00 am Where: 4539 Occidental Rd, Room 3, Santa Rosa and on Zoom RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Exercise with dedicated volunteers: A routine of exercises for working the whole body is the focus. All exercises can be modified to fit anyone’s level. The class also includes gentle aerobics and breath work. |
Aug 27(2 events) 10:30 am: Walking the Campus Trails (In Person) – When: Wednesday August 27 10:30 AM-12:00 PM Where: 4539 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, ca. 95401 RSVP: Patricia pjefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or (415) 694-7692 or 707-775-7153 Join us as a group to walk the trails at the EBC campus. Learn where they are located and where the entrance points are, and how to find the benches, the fountain, the wooden shade structure and the staircase. 2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Aug 28(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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! | Aug 29 | Aug 30 |
Aug 31 |
Sep 1(1 event) 9:00 am: Meditation Exploration (hybrid) – In-person attendees can join us at Earle Baum Campus, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa There are many popular types of meditation practice: mindfulness, spiritual, focused, movement, mantra, visualization and passage meditation are some. We will discuss and practice together. Input and reflection from everyone are encouraged. Ongoing weekly class. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson, PJefferson@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692. or 707-775-7153 | Sep 2 |
Sep 3(1 event) 2:00 pm: Tai Chi class at EBC (in-person) – Earle Baum Center, 4539 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa • 2-3 PM: Beginners touch positioning with description. RSVP: Patricia Jefferson at PJefferson@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7692 or 707-775-7153 |
Sep 4(1 event) 9:30 am: Little Learners Playgroup (online) – 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 5 | Sep 6 |
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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