VISAbilities

Common Ground Join us as we reminisce about Terry Pacheco's iconic podcast and talk about its future. Listen on ACB Media 5 Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

A time to pay tribute to Terry Pacheco and build on her contributions.

Do you have an event coming up in the next season? Will you be holding an annual meeting, a convention, elections, fundraising event, auction, or something you would like our ACB family to know about and participate in? If so, please bring your announcements to VISAbilities this Friday evening at 7 o’clock Eastern daylight time. If you cannot join us Friday evening, please send your announcement t...

Terry welcomes Janet Ddickelman to update us on the post convention survey now that we have all had a chance to think about it in a more realistic environment. We then will hold a Meet & Greet with the three new members of the ACB Board of Directors -- Sheila, Jennifer, and Melanie. It's time some of them learned who our members are and we get to know them, as well. Help me welcome these futur...

Last chance to hear from Leslie before the cut-off for Day 2 of the Appetizer Auction, plus a preview of Saturday's ACB Summer Auction. We'll also welcome Kenneth Semien, Sr. and members of this year's INSPIRE Program, including some GUIDES and EXPLORERS. This is our last gathering before convention, so let's wish each other a wonderful July. Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

Terry welcomes ACB President, Deb Cook Lewis, Voting Task Force members Patrick Sheehan and Koni Sims to explain When and how we vote on Resolutions, Constitution and Bylaw changes, and Election of ACB Board of Directors and Board of Publications Members. during our annual ACB Convention. What’s being held when? How do I vote if not in person? What proposals will come before us? We also meet two m...

Tonight Terry welcomes Zelda Gebhard who will introduce us to the two Durward K. McDaniel Ffirst Timers. We will also meet and greet two more ACB 2026 - 27 Scholarship winners.  We may also be joined by a few ACB Leadership Fellows.  All of these dynamic people exemplify the future of ACB and its future.

VISAbilities with Michael Smitherman Tonight at 7:00 PM ET Let's get ready to browse the 2026 Exhibit Hall with our virtual guide, Michael Smitherman. He has all the details and schedules of the various events leading up to a fabulous shopping experience for all. Michael has been coordinating and overseeing the Exhibit Hall for well over 25 yearrs. We will also have a chance to meet more of this y...

Hello Presidents, Please come and tell our audience about your affiliate. 

I am inviting all newer affiliate presidents to join me either tonight, May 29 or next Friday night, June 5, on VISAbilities. This is a chance for us all  to meet and hear about their goals for the road ahead. We'll also connect with awards and scholarship recipients who are stepping into important roles in ACB's future. Sponsored by VISAbilities Email to join the Announce List Find out more at ht...

ACB Executive Director Scott Thornhill will be joining Terry with a myriad of topics and updates from the national office.  Have you wanted to ask him a question or make a comment?  This is your time to do so!

Come celebrate 6 years of VISAbilities with us tonight at 7:00 ET.  Bring your memories of past programs and some of the fun and friendships we have created. In addition, we will be discussing a hot topic lately --   Senior Living.  If you have made the decision, we would love to know what convinced you.  Whether you are thinking about aging in place, downsizing, living with friends or family, ove...

May Day has a long and varied history in Roman times through changes in the 1980's, 1950's. It was re-named and re-purposed several times through the centuries. How did you celebrate it? Do you remember May poles? Join me for an interesting conversation of this day in history. Sponsored by Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

Everything you’ve ever needed to know and are dying to ask.  Join Terry tonight as she welcomes The ACB Auction Empress,, Leslie Spoonel  When is the Summer Event this year? What donations do they sstill need? Have you thought about running for an ACB elected position?  Zelda Gebhard, Chair of the Board of Publications will let us know the process and deadlines for candidate pages, the candidate’s...

Tonight is the night for our semiannual Baby Boomer Trivia Nightl  Join the  fun at 7:00 Eastern.  This is also a great time to brush up for the AAVL vs. Next Gen event during the national convention.  So, test your memory or learn something new.  It is always loads of fun.  All are welcome!

Join Terry as she welcomes ACB Board Member Chris Bell for a discussion of the ABLE  (Achieving A Better Life Experience) accounts which many of us are eligible. What is it? Who is eligible? Are there limits? What can it be used for? Are there tax benefits? These are a few questions we will be learning more about. All are welcome@ Sponsored by Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https...

Please join us to spotlight your affiliate. What would you like our listeners to know about your upcoming affiliate's activities over the next three months? Do you have a conference or convention coming up? How about a fund raiser , event, or a special guest speaker? Do you hold gatherings that are not always on ACB Community but you still want to attract new members? If you answer "yes"...

Our annual birding session is tonight with famous blind birder, Jerry Berrier! He will tell us all about the Global Blind Bird-a-thon taking place in early May. And, of course he will have bird calls to identify. So join the fun!

We have all had time to reflect on last week’s session on revitalization.  How will we move forward into a brighter future for each of us together?  Please join us to listen respectfully to one another’s pathways, thoughts, and ideas. We have all put so much of ourselves into accomplishments to just walk away.  All are welcome to join the conversation.

                              Join our lively open discussion tonight as we look at revitalizing ourselves in a variety of areas.  While we may not be as physically active as we once were, are there other ways in which we can continue to be heard, to advocate, and show the world  that we are still determined to change how we are viewed by the global community.  If you have been encouraged or disco...

Celeste Lopes, an assistant district attorney in New York for 41 years, shares her experiences with ACB Families on February 15.  Then we learn how to use our benefits more wisely – a presentation from the February 6 Greater Louisville quarterly meeting.

There is still time to learn more aand participate in the 2026 DC Leadership Conference and Legislative Seminar. Join Terry to learn more about this ever expanding event. Hear the schedule, legislative priorities, and how you caan participate from anywhere.  All are Welcome In! Sponsored by Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

Braille REvival League

Join Terry as she welcomes the affiliate president and chapter presidents of an older ACB affiliate with a new look and feel. Hear some of the 48-year history and the plans for the next 48 years of Learning, Voicing, and Accessing a better life for all. Sponsored by Email to join the Announce List Find out more at https://acb-visabilities.pinecast.co

VISAbilities - Teach Me, Teach Me Braille April Martin, President of ACB's Blind Teachers affiliate and Dorlyn Catron, ACB Community Braille Room facilitator will the joining tonight for a lively talk about teaching and learning Braille and other courses. These topics cover all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome to share in this call. Sponsored by  Email to join the Announce List Find out mor...