All times listed are in Eastern.
This week in ACB Community-May 30th, 2025
Sunday, June 1
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
Join Tom and the gang for an hour of free-flowing conversation.
1 pm: Poetry Garden: Father's Day and Pride Month
Join us as we read poems on a different topic twice a month. We will discuss the selected poems and then participants are encouraged to talk about poems, poets and poetry on or off topic.
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2 pm: Angela's Facebook Lives
Catch up on what Angela has been doing on ACB Crafters Facebook page with explanations of her live videos
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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. This event is open to anyone regardless of their denomination.
4 pm: St Lucy's Guide
We will be discussing Exodus chapter 3
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.
5 pm: Sun Shiny Moments Sundays
Come and join Your ACB community in sharing your Sunshiny Moments large and small.
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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7 pm: A Sunday Chat
Have you taken a cruise or traveled in other ways? What was your experience as someone who is blind or low vision? Were there accommodations for you or your guide dog?
Sponsored by California Council of Citizens with Low Vision
8 pm: Happy Hospitality Lodge
Come in and enjoy lively conversation and hospitality. Patty Fletcher, and Bar Tender Judy, are in the lodge serving it up southern style.
Sponsored by Pattys Worlds
8 pm: Let's Just Talk About Jesus
This is a nonjudgmental, warm, welcoming place of encouragement. Different denominations or spiritual views will not be discussed.
Monday, June 2
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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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
Let's pray the Glorious Mysteries together.
2 pm: JC's Community Corner - Graduation Memories
Share a story surrounding your graduation from high school or college; or, if you haven’t graduated, share an end-of-school story.
3 pm: The Jewish Hour
Rabbi Lenny’s Torah explanation and other news.
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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 the ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee
4 pm: Deciphering Dots
Join us to explore Camp Time in California by Mary Pope Osborne (BARD: BR24598), 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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5 pm: Sports Round Table
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: 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.
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!
7:30 pm: It's Electric Plus
We will discuss electric kitchen appliances, large or small plus gadgets, tips and more for tasty, easy food prep!
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.
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: CCLVI Friends and Family
Everyone is welcome to join in a discussion of what works for each of us in our low vision journey to make daily life easier while maintaining our independence. Feel free to invite your friends, family, and your safety net. It's a chance for us all to learn from one another.
Sponsored by Council of Citizens with Low Vision International
9 pm: Book Chat
"Home Front" DB74311
Hannah, Kristin
Reading time: 13 hours, 22 minutes.
"2005. Forty-one-year-old Jolene, a Washington state National Guard helicopter pilot, is deployed to Iraq. She leaves behind a troubled marriage, a difficult preteen daughter, and a preschooler. While Jolene experiences the horrors of war, her husband Michael raises their children alone." Some violence and some strong language. Bestseller. 2012.
Tuesday, June 3
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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10 am: Herbie's Community Cooking Corner
"Join me for another cooking adventure."
This time: Big Dummy Dump Cake and Apple Scrunch (Apple Dump Cake).
If cooking along, you will need the following:
For the dump cake:
1 can pie filling, 1 box cake mix, 1/4 stick butter or margarine
I take requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo.
Find the Cooking Corner on Youtube
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11 am: The Morning Mingle
Join us for some light-hearted conversation in a space where warmth and community spirit thrive.
11 am: Tuesday's Turning Pages Book Brunch
We take a deep dive into a book on personal finance. This week we will be continuing with chapter 1 of "I will teach you to be rich" DB 123244 by Sethi, Ramit. Make sure to sign up for our newsletter to get advanced notice of recommended reading.
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Sponsored by Money Matters with MOe
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!
3 pm: Homophones with Mary Haupt
Today we're starting a brand-new game of "Homophone Bee." Join in the competition and the fun!
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3 pm: Q&A for a Guide Dog User
Alicia and Juan will be joined by Kaitlyn Ryan, who has been a guide dog user for a few years. We'll be asking questions about what it's like to own a guide dog, how she travels, and all sorts of other things we've always wanted to know! If you've never owned a guide dog but have always been curious, feel free to ask questions too!
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 The 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.
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 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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6 pm: Travel and Leisure
We will talk about beach travel
7 pm: CALM Presents
Conventions and summer camps
Sponsored by Chapter At Large Members (CALM), FCB
7 pm: Tuesday Topics
The ACB convention is rapidly approaching and we thought it might be fun to invite a few of ACB'S special interest affiliates to tell folks about what they have planned for the convention and other things they are doing. It is our plan to have the Braille Revival League, Library Users of America, Families and the Council of Citizens with Low Vision.
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9 pm Board of Publications Monthly Meeting
Board of Publications welcomes ACB members to attend our monthly meeting.
Sponsored by ACB Board of Publications
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9 pm: Conversational French
Join Kathy to learn conversational French.
10 pm: The Chat Cafe
If you’ve been to the Café, you know we start with a question and then can go down any rabbit hole that takes our Fancey. Come join the fun with Teresa and Marja, weekly.
Sponsored by ACB of Oregon
Wednesday, June 4
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: 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: Independence - Finding Solutions A-Z
Join the discussion as Todd and Teresa talk about ways to remain or gain independence in your everyday life.
Sponsored by ACB of Oregon
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!
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2 pm: Creative Journey Book Club
This week we will discuss "Why We Give Up and How to Shift" from Chapter 10 of "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do" (DB121267).
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
Email Creative Journey group facilitator
2 pm: Widows and Widowers Support Group
A space for those who have experienced the life-altering loss of a spouse or significant other. Join for a time of sharing and connection for remembering our partners. Gain ideas on how to make living alone easier.
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.
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3 pm: Social History of Jewish Food: A Series
Join JBI Library for the first in a three-part series, "Social History of Jewish Food," exploring the rich traditions and cultural significance of Jewish cuisine with Rabbi Andrew Goodman. Each session will focus on a different historical period using the book "Eat and Be Satisfied." The book is available to request at JBI Library.
Sponsored By JBI Library
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: Tell Us Your Story
Come and share your own journey with blindness, whether you’ve never had sight or are new to losing sight. Telling our story can help some of us to move forward, and hearing other’s stories helps us better understand their journey.
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 ACB of Oregon
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
This week we will discuss, at what age you should start getting certain medical tests performed.
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.
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.
Join our email list at acb-community-spanish+subscribe@groups.io, where we discuss issues with learning Spanish and exchange resources, such as books in accessible format. .
6 pm: Cozy by the Fire Side
We will be discussing "No Stone Unturned" by Andrea Kane
7 pm: Cookin' Up a Song - Voice Training for Singers
Got air? Join Carole for a repeat of her April 29th seminar. Learn more about Carole’s innovative, easy to understand, concert tested "recipes" for breathing, relaxing the mouth, and improving tone quality. Lots to review and more time for questions this session!
Sponsored By Carole Brewer
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.
Sponsored by The Blind Kitchen
Visit the Blind Kitchen on YouTube
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7 pm: Sharing and Caring Support Group for Care Givers
Come talk with others who understand the stresses of caring for loved ones, to share resources, or ask questions.
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: Office Space: Rock the Docs Part Deux
Now you know how to create a G doc, you might be asking, “What do I do now?” Come in and find out! Special bonus: hotkey tips from the Office Space girls!
Sponsored by ViperTech Training
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Thursday, June 5
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: 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
Vivian Seki, a long-time certified Braille transcriber and proofreader will speak on "What it entails to transcribe print materials into braille".
Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
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1 pm: Food Beyond the Recipe
What is beyond and behind the recipes we know and love. We’ll discuss some of the history and cultures about food and, yes, a recipe or two may slip in as well.
Sponsored by ACB of Oregon
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!
3 pm: Money Matters Podcast Prospectives
We will be looking into the financial wisdom of a different personal finance podcast each week. This week come to talk about, Budget Nerds. sign up for our newsletter to get advanced notice of recommended listening
Find Budget Nerds on Apple Podcasts
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Sponsored by Money Matters with MOe
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 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, you’re not alone! Be part of the discussion as we share strategies, new info and hacks to make it all work. Interpreters welcome.
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 ACB of Oregon
5 pm: Inclusive Visionary Chat Circle
Join us this month as we discuss all aspects of moving with kids, pets, guide dogs and everything else. We'll share our tips and tricks on how to safely get from one home to another with as little stress as possible.
If you have any tips of your own, please come and share them with us.
6 pm: ACB Crafters - Needle Knitting
Join us for some projects we can work on together, as well as sharing of resources, where we can have fun while learning from each other.
Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible
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6 pm: Christian Book Chat
We will read chapters 2, 3, and 4, in fearfully and beautifully
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: Circuit Training Exercise
This circuit exercise class will be a steady moderate pace of stations including cardio, weights, resistance bands, and the floor. We will be moving from weights and resistance exercises to cardio frequently within a 10-minute interval to get your heart rate up. Join Leslie Spoone for this fun way to work your body with interval training.
Sponsored by the ACB Get Up and Get Moving Committee
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: Let's Talk Low Vision
Come find out how Marri Murdoch ran a marathon from a low vision perspective. Also come find out how she runs her company called Travel Visions Aloha for the Blind from a low vision perspective.
Sponsored by Council of Citizens With Low Vision International
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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 Nightcap
Join Diane for an hour of lively conversation.
Note: This event is using breakouts. Everyone must identify themselves to participate.
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.
Friday, June 6
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: 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
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 Books and Entertainment
Join us for a fun discussion about books and entertainment. Recently, we talked with Rod Clemmons, a music and film producer.
This week, we welcome Dan Kenneth, a Contemporary Gospel/R&B artist, songwriter, television series creator, concert performer, Grammy nominee, and future author. Dan will share his experiences working with people who are blind. Prepare for an emotional journey!
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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
Addressing those pesky emotional support critters
Sponsored by Branco Events
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7 pm: VISAbilities
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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.
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Saturday, June 7
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: Celebrating 5 Years of Crafting
Come share your crafting experiences, the amazing things you’ve learned, and connect with fellow creatives. Let’s celebrate five years of inspiration, community, and handmade magic
Sponsored by ACB Crafters, making crafting accessible
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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.
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.
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: Blindness Prematurity Call
Sense of direction
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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: Demand Our Access
Jonathan will continue the revisited look at Title II of the ADA, primarily covering state and local governments.
Sponsored by Demand Our Access
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3 pm: Personal Finance and Investing
Discussion of personal finance, debt management, and assorted investment techniques. Bring any questions you may have!
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: 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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6 pm: Weekend Braille Together - Drawings
Join us to make June themed Braille drawings, Including a flower and a flag. Bring your slate and stylus or Perkins Brailler and 8 1/2 x 11 paper to create these drawings.
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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 community@acb.org to be included in the weekly communication.
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