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Thursday, February 20
Date:
February 20
Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times listed are 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.

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

This week Lucy Edmonds will be our polestar sharing her story about learning and using braille.

Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

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1 pm: Free to be Me Books and More

A place to enjoy conversation about books or whatever’s on your mind. 
Come as you are. Ready to have fun.

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1 pm: Wardrobe Solutions

Ever wondered what to wear, how to wear it, what goes with what and where to get it? Wonder no more, join the discussion. Desiree has info to share, but is also looking for your experiences and tips too.

Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

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 Aerobic Instructor and Personal Trainer.

Sponsored by The ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee

4 pm: Sight and Hearing Loss, a Group Chat

Living with a dual sensory loss can be daunting, come join the discussion as we talk about strategies, new info and hacks to make it all work. Interpreters welcome.

Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

6 pm: Christian Book Chat

We will discuss chapter 9 in The Preacher and the Presidents by Gibbs and Duffy.

6 pm: Creative Inspirations

Join Lynn & Jill as we discuss the Braille Doodle & other methods of tactile drawing.

Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible

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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.

7 pm: GCB Peach Talk

Join Phil and friends for a discussion of your technology and how it benefits you.

Sponsored by Georgia Council of the Blind.

7:30 pm: Financial Sense

Join Penny Forward for our monthly free financial education workshop.

Email: [email protected]
To find this month's topic, and to access past recordings:

Sponsored by Penny Forward

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. 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.

8 pm: Table Talk Thursday - Book Club

Harry Truman's Excellent Adventure;  the true story of a great American road trip (DB69543) by Matthew Algeo is tonight's topic.  Thee author retraces a road trip taken by Harry and Bess Truman in 1953, shortly after leaving the White House. The laccck of security and attitudes of Americans regardless of political party you will find enlightening and, hopefully, encouraging in relation to today.

Sponsored by Council of Citizens With Low Vision International

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: Navigating Social Situations

Cabin Fever-how can your attitude change your day.

Sponsored by the Hull Foundation and Learning Center.

9 pm: Thursday Nightcap

Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.

10 pm: Speed Friendship

Join us for a new and exciting way to get to know each other, one on one.

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

Event Category:
Community Events
Friday, February 21
Date:
February 21
Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times listed are 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.

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 to Manage Stress

This yoga class co-ordinates small, gentle movements with the breath to promote a sense of well-being. The movements are selected to benefit guide dog handlers and white cane users, so we focus a lot on hips, back, shoulders, arms, and hands and other areas where we build up tension.
You will be encouraged to move within your current range of motion and energy level. The whole practice can be done while sitting in a chair. We will finish with a guided awareness relaxation. Everything will be described clearly, and you can ask questions. What you'll need for this class: a firm chair that won't slide around as you move; a folded blanket or a couple of folded bath towels, and a bed pillow or throe pillow. This class is taught by yoga teacher Robin Mandell.

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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 a support group for people with multiple disabilities.

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 serving in a professional capacity; and does not purport to provide mental health services.

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5 pm: In Perspective

Featuring Leonard Tuchyner, author of “Zeke and the Other World”.

Sponsored by Branco Events

7 pm: VISAbilities

Over our last few shows, we have run short on  time to get everything in I had planned.  So, in addition to my guests from the Durward K. McDaniel Fund first timers and Chase Leadership Fellows programs, we will have some other catch-ups and special announcements.  Remember, everyone is welcome!

Sponsored by VISAbilities.

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9 pm: It's Play Time

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

Event Category:
Community Events
Saturday, February 22
Date:
February 22
Location:

Teleconference

Details:

All times listed are 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.

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: Strictly Folk - Protest Songs

Let’s share about protest songs and singers.

1 pm: Doing Braille Digitally

Discussing all things braille displays.

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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: Disability Reading Group

We meet one Saturday a month to talk about books that examine disability from personal, cultural, and political perspectives. This month we're reading Reflections: The Life and Writings of a Young Blind Woman in Post-Revolutionary France (DB57874), by Thérèse-Adèle Husson, Zina Weygand, and Catherine Jean Kudlick.

3 pm: Basics with BITS - Groups.io Web Interface

Want to subscribe to more ACB lists but don’t want your inbox to overflow? Debee Armstrong will teach you to use the web interface for groups.io so you can read messages without needing to clog your inbox. Debee will also show you how to look through the archives to find messages you may have missed.

Sponsored by Blind Information Technology Specialists

4 pm: Tar Heel Tailgate

Join Bel for games, casual chat, and most importantly, lots of laughs. Come spend part of your Saturday with us!

4 pm: The Five W's of Prayer and Much More

Who, what, when, where, why do we pray and more. We will learn from each others experience and sprinkle in additional thought-provoking items to enrich our lives and knowledge of prayer. All are welcome.

6 pm: Grief Journey

We are all grieving for different reasons. Please come and share, or listen in and provide support.

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.

6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Free Things

Join us to explore free braille offerings together. From supplies to books to learning resources, we will discuss where to find free braille. Come share the free braille things you know about as well!

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8 pm: Community Karaoke

Meka and Cindy invite you for another fun night of music with your Community friends. Performances are all pre-recorded. Those wishing to perform should email [email protected] to be included in the weekly communication.

Event Category:
Community Events