Events Calendar
Events in December 2025
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Nov 30 |
Dec 1(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 10:00 am: The Business of Blindness (online) – When: 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. |
Dec 2(4 events) (All day): Giving Tuesday (All day) Giving Tuesday is an annual global generosity movement that takes place on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It is a day for individuals, families, and organizations to give back to their communities by donating money, volunteering time, or performing acts of kindness to support nonprofits and charitable causes. This year, LightHouse is excited to announce that all gifts received during our Giving Tuesday campaign will go towards funding camperships to blind, DeafBlind, and low vision campers of all ages for the Enchanted Hills Camp 2026 summer season. To give the gift of fantastical exploration, independence, and growth that will empower and encourage blind-positivity for a 2026 EHC summer camper, you can make a Giving Tuesday donation here. 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: Denise Vancil, (707) 523-7832 or dvancil@lighthouse-sf.org 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. 10:00 am: Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online) – When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays (October-December) from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM October 7 and 21, November 4 and 18, and December 2 and 16 RSVP: Speak Up RSVP Link or Email sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org Speak 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. 12:30 pm: Hands On Ukulele (in-person) – Earle 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 |
Dec 3(5 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@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: October 1st 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. 1:00 pm: Blind Bloopers (online) – When: 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! 1:00 pm: In My Own Words (Online) – When: 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 415-694-7607 Stories 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:
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 |
Dec 4(2 events) 10:00 am: Adaptive Yoga with Pearl (In Person) – When: Thursdays Nov. 13, 20 and Dec. 4 and 11 from 10:00-11:15 AM Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA RSVP: RSVP Yoga Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607 Please register early, Space is limited! Join Pearl Howell, a visually impaired yoga instructor, for a welcoming and fully accessible 4-session yoga series designed for people who are blind or have low vision. Using adaptive props, including chairs, this series offers a chance to build strength, ease stress, and connect in community. It’s perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. 11:30 am: Blind Fencing (In Person) – When: Thursdays Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4, 11 from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA RSVP: RSVP Fencing Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607 Please 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. | Dec 5 | Dec 6 |
Dec 7 |
Dec 8(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 10:00 am: The Business of Blindness (online) – When: 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. |
Dec 9(4 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: Denise Vancil, (707) 523-7832 or dvancil@lighthouse-sf.org 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 12:30 pm: Hands On Ukulele (in-person) – Earle 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 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 |
Dec 10(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@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. 11:30 am: Elks Holiday Party – Wednesday, December 10 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, In-person Event The weather is cooling down while holiday cheer is warming up. The Elks have cordially invited LightHouse students to attend a festive holiday luncheon. Refreshments and lunch will be served at noon. After your delicious meal, please join us for some holiday cheer with holiday trivia, singing along to holiday favorites at their piano or contributing gratitude reflections, jokes, or stories during open mic. Where: Details coming soon! 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 |
Dec 11(3 events) 10:00 am: Adaptive Yoga with Pearl (In Person) – When: Thursdays Nov. 13, 20 and Dec. 4 and 11 from 10:00-11:15 AM Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA RSVP: RSVP Yoga Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607 Please register early, Space is limited! Join Pearl Howell, a visually impaired yoga instructor, for a welcoming and fully accessible 4-session yoga series designed for people who are blind or have low vision. Using adaptive props, including chairs, this series offers a chance to build strength, ease stress, and connect in community. It’s perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. 11:30 am: Blind Fencing (In Person) – When: Thursdays Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4, 11 from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Where: 1155 Market Street, San Francisco, CA RSVP: RSVP Fencing Link or sbolus@lighthouse-sf.or or (415) 694-7607 Please 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. 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 | Dec 12 | Dec 13 |
Dec 14 |
Dec 15(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 10:00 am: The Business of Blindness (online) – When: 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. |
Dec 16(2 events) 10:00 am: Speak Up Skills: Strategies for Independence, Advocacy, and Conversation for Blind and Low Vision Adults (online) – When: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays (October-December) from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM October 7 and 21, November 4 and 18, and December 2 and 16 RSVP: Speak Up RSVP Link or Email sbolus@lighthouse-sf.org Speak 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. 12:30 pm: Hands On Ukulele (in-person) – Earle 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 |
Dec 17(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 | Dec 18 | Dec 19 | Dec 20 |
Dec 21 |
Dec 22(1 event) 10:00 am: The Business of Blindness (online) – When: 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. | Dec 23 | Dec 24 | Dec 25 | Dec 26 | Dec 27 |
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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.
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