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Sunday, November 30

Date:

November 30

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

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11 am: The Breakfast Bunch-Soap Operas

Do you watch soap operas, and how did you get started? Come share what you’ve watched over the years and join the conversation.

1 pm: Grateful Gathering, Seek Simplicity

In our busy, layered, and often complex lives, finding clarity and contentment often starts by noticing the simple gifts right in front of us. This gathering will be a beautiful opportunity to root ourselves in gratefulness and discover the relief and presence that comes from simplifying one area of our lives.

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group; will not be facilitated by a health care professional; and does not purport to provide mental health services.

Sponsored by Creative Guidance LLC

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3 pm: Ask the Pastor

Ask Pastor Bill your questions about the Bible or the Christian life. A teaching will be followed by your questions. Prayer requests can then be shared if desired.

3 pm: Monthly Crafter-noon

Join Holly to chat, connect, and optionally work on your current craft projects in a friendly, creative atmosphere.

4 pm: ST. Lucy's Guide

Barth on the concrete "Freedom of Human" life.

5 pm: Let's Encourage Each Other with Scripture

Join us in sharing favorite scriptures, inspirational thoughts, and prayer requests, along with discussing related resources and the technology used to access them.

6 pm: Braille Room

Whether you are just beginning your braille learning journey, trying to quicken your reading pace, need help with your eReader, or looking to advance any braille skills, we are here to help! Join us to work together to help our community progress with braille.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

Event Category:

Community Events

Monday, December 1

Date:

December 1

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

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10 am: A Message of Love

Join DJ for a word of motivation, inspiration, edification, and encouragement for the soul.

11 am: Manic Monday

Join Judy with your favorite morning beverage to get ready for the week ahead.

11 am: Scriptural Rosary

We'll pray the "Joyful Mysteries" from the book, "A Scriptural Rosary".

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2 pm: JC's Community Corner – Thanksgiving 2025 Recap

Let’s look back at Thanksgiving 2025. What stood out for you this year? Time with friends or family? Maybe the ACB Community Friendsgiving? Come share your highlights.

3 pm: The Jewish Hour

News about the Jewish community.

4 pm: Deciphering Dots

Join us to explore "Beneath the Bed and Other Scary Stories" by Max Brallier (BARD: BR23871), a dual-format braille book with both contracted and uncontracted text. We’ll review its layout and take turns reading aloud to practice our skills.

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4 pm: Easy Chair Yoga

Come and enjoy easy chair yoga with modifications. We will be doing poses either in the chair or wherever you need to modify.

Sponsored by ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

4 pm: QChord Conversation

Are you familiar with a musical instrument called the QChord or are you interested in learning how to play it? If you enjoy singing and accompanying yourself with chords on a musical instrument, please join me for a conversation about the qChord.

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5 pm: Sports Roundtable

Join the Sports Spelunkers as we highlight the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) U.S. team sports.

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6 pm: The Friendship Circle

Take your connection to the next level! Participate in smaller gatherings of three to five people in friendship circles and we'll do them as many times as we can in one hour.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

7 pm: Get The Scoop

Join Kaila and friends to tell the story behind your answer to the daily question. Choose one of the previous week's questions and give us the full scoop!

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7:30 pm: It's Electric

We will discuss electric kitchen appliances, large or small plus gadgets, tips and more for tasty, easy food prep!

8 pm: Blindness is not what holds you back

This call will discuss the positive philosophy of blindness proposed by Newel Perry and coined by Dr. tenBroek. Get ready to connect with like-minded people, challenge misconceptions, and test the limits of what is possible

8 pm: Cancer Support

Whether in remission; recently diagnosed; or somewhere in between, you do not have to deal with cancer alone. Come care for and support each other through sharing.

8 pm: In the Kitchen With Patti

Join us as we learn from Patti how to make healthier versions of things we use on a daily basis. All are welcome!

8pm: LUA Board Meeting

9pm: Book Chat

"Everyone is Lying to You: A Novel" DB130936
Author: Piazza, Jo
Reading Time: 9 hours, 20 minutes
Read by: Eli, Vas, Maarleveld, Saskia, Reny, Sarah, Hirsch, Rachel F.
Subjects: Suspense Fiction, Mystery and Detective Stories

Summary: "Former college friends Lizzie and Bex reconnect years later when Bex, now a major influencer, offers Lizzie a big story. When Bex disappears and her husband is murdered, Lizzie is caught in a fast-moving mix of secrets, scandals, and social-media drama as she searches for answers."

Event Category:

Community Events

Tuesday, December 2

Date:

December 2

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

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Join in Clubhouse

11 am: Morning Mingle - Connections

Grab your beverage of choice and join the mingle! Looking to connect with other community members? Join us in the Connection, where small groups hang out and share.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

12 pm: Exploring Life Skills for Independence

Whether your new to vision loss or a seasoned expert, there is always something for everyone. Think of it as a boost for living your best day-to-day life, with a supportive crew by your side.

1 pm: Passport Renewal Application Listening Session

Representatives from the State Department want to hear your feedback on the newly designed online application for passport renewals.

2 pm: Abacus Made Simple

If you've heard about the abacus and wondered how it is used, or if you learned about it as a kid, this is the place! We'll start out at the beginning, and learn how to do all of the arithmetic applications!

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3 pm: Bilingual Communication

We’ll talk about our experiences with people who speak multiple languages. Do you catch any of what you hear, or wish you could learn it? This happens more than we realize. Come share your experiences.

3 pm: Homophones with Mary Haupt

Join us for a Christmas-themed Homophone Bee.

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4 pm: Resistance With Leslie

It’s time for an upper body workout using resistance bands. Hand weights and the floor. These exercises can be done sitting or standing. Get moving with Leslie Spoone, Certified Aerobics Instructor and Personal Trainer.

Sponsored by ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

4 pm: The Ins and Outs of Sight Loss Later in Life

Come discuss the unique issues and feelings you may experience if you are losing sight later in life. Hear from those who have taken this journey before you.

Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss

6 pm: Braille Room

Join fellow braille learners and enthusiasts to study the code; practice skills, and troubleshoot problems in break out rooms.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

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9 pm: BOP Monthly Meeting

Board of Publications welcomes ACB members to attend our monthly meeting.

9 pm: Conversational French

Join Kathy to learn conversational French.

Event Category:

Community Events

Wednesday, December 3

Date:

December 3

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

Join in Clubhouse

11 am: Lisa's Living Room With DJ Freshness

Come join us for hot topics, what's on your mind, show and tell, interviews, and DJ’s corner. Join our wacky Wednesday reboot.

1 pm: The Classical Music Place

Whether you're a lifelong classical music fan or just curious to learn more, join an open discussion to share, explore, and deepen your appreciation—no lectures, just conversation!

2 pm: Creative Journey Befriending Difficult Emotions:

Foundations: Naming, Noticing, and Welcoming What Is; this session teaches you the crucial first step of Name & Note, helping you regulate your response by non-judgmentally observing emotions and their physical sensations to understand that no feeling is fixed.

2 pm: Widows and Widowers Support Group

A time of sharing and support.

3 pm: Navigation Tactics

This call will explore different ways blind individuals navigate daily life—whether using a cane, guide dog, or other tools—and experiences with Uber, Lyft, paratransit, and more. Come share your stories and tips—you never know who you’ll inspire!

3:30 pm: Happy Hour Cardio

Join Leslie for an enthusiastic ride or walk on your cardio machine of choice.

Sponsored by ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

4 pm: Turning the Tables

Join Bel and Judy as they "turn the tables" and ask a random participant to come up with the topic for the call. If you’re in the room you just may be selected!

5 pm: Better Living Better Life

We will be discussing hints on how to manage eating healthier at holiday gatherings.

5 pm: Conversational Spanish

Are you interested in learning Spanish but don't know where to start? Have you studied Spanish in the past but don't remember it well? During this hour, we practice Spanish at an introductory level, and everyone is encouraged to participate.

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6 pm: Cookin' Up a Song - Voice Training

Join us for our 6th fun voice class with Carole! We'll review more singing basics and then, take turns for questions or short solos. If singing, practice in advance one verse or one chorus from a favorite song. This will be without accompaniment and we look forward to hearing you! Carole will give feedback

7 pm: Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen

Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Join the conversation with Chef Debra, the Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen, to learn about and share adaptive cooking tools and strategies for cooking safely, confidently, and independently in spite of vision loss.

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8 pm: Sharing and Caring Support Group

Come talk with others who understand the stresses of caring for loved ones, to share resources, or ask questions.

8:30 pm: Meditation Celebration

Join for a special half hour together including a 20-minute meditation.

Event Category:

Community Events

Thursday, December 4

Date:

December 4

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

Join in Clubhouse

11 am: Let's Talk Together

We will talk together in small groups. Breakouts are fun and we learn more about each other.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

12 pm: I Love Braille

Lucy Edmonds will introduce the Braille Doodle, a hands-on device designed to help people learn and practice braille.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

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2 pm: Radio Flashbacks with Judy and Lucy

We all grew up in different parts of the country, but one thing we have in common is our love of radio. Come and share some of your favorite radio memories with us!

4 pm: The Sight and Hearing Loss Experience

Dealing with both sight and hearing loss makes life interesting. Join the discussion when Jael talks about tips and tricks for managing it, both frustrating as well as funny moments. Interpreters welcome.

5 pm: Beginning Spanish

If you have always wanted to learn Spanish but don't know where to start, this group is for you. We will start with easy phrases and sentences and try to make them as relevant and interesting as possible. We will include some pronunciation practice and perhaps other exercises. Come and enjoy learning this beautiful language, which has almost a half a billion native speakers!

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5 pm: Visionary Parenting Chat Circle

Join our inclusive visionary parent chat circle this month as we discuss going back to school! How can we make it less stressful and more fun for kids and parents everywhere? Please come and share all your tips and tricks with us, we can't wait to hear them!

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6 pm: ACB Crafters Needle Knitting

Join us for some shared projects and a chance to swap helpful resources.

6 pm: Christian Book Chat

We will read and discuss chapter nine and ten in "A Time to Remember".

7 pm: Book Match

One of Shannon’s greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Tell her about your reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and she will do her best to supply book recommendations you'll love.

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8 pm: 12-Step Recovery Meeting

For anyone needing the support of a 12-step meeting designed to reflect the unique perspectives of those who are blind or visually impaired.

8 pm: Let's Talk Low Vision

This time, we will be joined by Cecily Nipper who will discuss assistive technology training from a low vision perspective

9 pm: Grade Three Braille Get Together

This is a time for those who have studied and mastered Grade Three Braille, to meet and read and practice our Grade Three Braille reading skills.

9 pm: Thursday Night Cap

Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.

Event Category:

Community Events

Friday, December 5

Date:

December 5

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

Join in Clubhouse

11 am: Alison's Community Cafe

Celebrate the end of the week with Alison and your fellow community members with some lively chatter and fun. Meet new people, or re-acquaint with old friends.

12 pm: Mindful Movement in a Chair

Join a yoga class designed for guide dog handlers and white cane users, focusing on gentle movements for hips, back, shoulders, and hands. Practice while seated, with clear instructions and guided relaxation.

2 pm: Free To Be Me

This week, Kaila Allen travels to Korponious to sit down for an intimate chat with Patty Fletcher, A.K.A. Lady MoonWalker concerning The Blended Lives Chronicles and more. Whether you’ve just begun the series or you’re chomping at the bit for the next installment, you’re going to enjoy the show.

3 pm: Judy and Lucy's Music Memories

Come in and talk with us about music, our favorite subject! What is our topic for this week? Well, you just never know what memory lane Judy and Lucy will lead you down, you'll have to come and find out!

4 pm: Blindness and More

This is for people who have more than one disability.

5 pm: In Perspective

Featuring former New York Congressman John Leboutillier, and Newsmax Columnist John Gizzi.

9 pm: It's Play Time

Meka and Cindy welcome you to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

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9 pm: "You were made for greatness"- Catholic Bible study

Do you long for happiness, purpose, and adventure? Do you feel empty, confused, or unsatisfied with the world? If you answer yes to any of these questions then join Us! Come as you are and meet the only one who can satisfy all the longings of your heart.

Event Category:

Community Events

Saturday, December 6

Date:

December 6

Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times are listed in Eastern.

9 am: ACB Presents The Daily Schedule

Join your Community Morning Crew for the question of the day; reading of the daily schedule, and sharing time.

Listen on ACB Media 5

Say to your Amazon device, "ask ACB Media to play 5."

Join in Clubhouse

10 am: Old School Saturdays

Come one come all, as we share old school moments from largest to smallest.

11 am: ASK BITS

Created for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision! Technology moves fast, but you don’t have to keep up alone! Join us for a fun, friendly call where we’ll explore how to make the most of today’s tech, whether it's Windows, Android, iOS, or Mac. We’ll chat about screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and Narrator, plus other assistive tools that can make life a little easier and a lot more accessible. Got questions? Bring them! Our BITS team of tech specialists is here to help with tips, tricks, and real-world advice to get you feeling confident and in control. Come connect, learn, and share: because tech should work for you!

11 am: Monthly review Better Living Better Life

If you're the person who wants to come to the call during the week or have missed the call for whatever reason. This is the time for you to come and hear and discuss what was talked about in the previous calls.

11 am: Saturday Morning Trivia

Play Saturday morning trivia with Danette and your fellow Community members. Some of these are pretty easy. Some will break your brain. Fun and laughter will be plentiful.

12 pm: Crochet ornament hot pad

Join in this workshop to make a Holiday kitchen gift.

1 pm: ACB Government Employees Open Chat

This call is open to current and former local, state, and federal government employees and contractors who are concerned about their status or looking for resources to assist them with next steps, related to the current administration's nonstop flurry of activity concerning the federal government. Families and friends of this group are also welcome.

To encourage the sharing of thoughts, views, and concerns of the participants, only first names will be used and the call will not be podcasted.

1 pm: Friendship Circle

Take your connection to the next level! Participate in smaller gatherings of three to five people in friendship circles and will do them as many times as we can in one hour.

Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.

2 pm: Cajun Debate

This call is to debate various topics, such as canes versus guide-dogs, bus transport versus car transport, and things like that.

2 pm: Demand Our Access

Jonathan will review the rights of service animal handlers under ADA Titles II and III. We’ll walk through real-world scenarios and talk about how to advocate for our rights.

3 pm: Personal Finance and Investments

Discussion of personal finance, debt management, and assorted investment techniques. Bring any questions you may have!

4 pm: Tar Heel Tailgate

Your virtual tailgate party is back! Join Bel for games, gab, and good vibes. Tailgating has never been this easy (or this funny). No ticket required!

6 pm: Basic iPhone Class

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, come join us with your questions or problems. We will try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

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8 pm: Community Karaoke

Meka and Cindy invite you for another night of karaoke with your community friends. Performances are all pre-recorded. Those wishing to perform should email community@acb.org to be included in the weekly communication.

Note: Please remain muted throughout the evening with only a brief unmuting to provide verbal applause at the end of each performance. Hosts will mute as needed and remove repeat offenders if necessary.

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Event Category:

Community Events