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20260511 Bookability Originally Broadcasted May 11, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended your book lists to infinity and beyond.

20260511 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260510 Sunday Night Shellin' Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little...

20260508 It's Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20260508 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom This episode featured Kim Charlson, librarian, leader, and cancer survivor. Sponsored by: Branco Events

20260507 Learning How to Use the DA2 Player Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom For this session, we learned about the automatic download feature. Also learn about some settings for bard that are in the Settings menu. Please bring something to take notes.

20260507 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Our guest speaker for the month of May, Diane Croft from National Braille Press, spoke on her role in compiling the book Louis Braille, A Touch of Genius, by C. Michael Mellor. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Contact the Facilitator Access Archives of the Call Join the Mailing List

20260506 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Participants joined 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 indepe...

20260506 Cookin' Up a Song - Voice Training Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Spring into May with more joyful singing! Participants joined us again as Carole reviewed the basic singing and then you will have a chance to sing a short solo. Prepare a few lines from a favorite song and sing it for us. Carole will give you feedback and suggestions that will help you and everyone o...

20260505 A Blind View - Let Us Be Honest, We've All Done It Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Bel for an engaging discussion on the phrase "playing the blind card", and what it really means within the blind and low vision community. We explored the balance between self-advocacy, independence, and real-life experiences. Contact The Facilitator

20260505 Abacus Made Simple Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Even though we have our computers and smart phones to help us with math calculations, an abacus is just fun to use! If you used an abacus before and just want a refresher, or if you have never used one, this class is fun and easy!

20260505 Herbie's Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Cast Iron Baked Bone in Chicken Breast. If you cook along, you need the following: ·      2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts ·      2 tbsp olive oil ·      1 tsp kosher salt ·      ½ tsp black pepper ·      1 tsp smoked paprika (optional) · ...

20260504 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted May 4, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260503 Birding with Lucy at Mockingbird Hill Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Whether you are a seasoned "birder" or just enjoy the morning chirps from your porch, attendees joined Lucy Arguijo in Mockingbird Hill to explore the fascinating world of backyard birds, from their unique nesting behaviors and feeding habits to the wonder of seasonal migration. Participants...

20260502 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Whether you are new to the iPhone or have used one for years, participants joined us with their questions and problems. We try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

20260502 Blindness Prematurity Call Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Did you grow up with sighted friends, blind friends, or a mix of both? Participants Shared their experiences and told us how those friendships shaped their world.

20260502 ASK Bits Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media 6 Participants joined us to explore today’s tech across Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac, along with screen readers and helpful assistive tools. Bring your questions and connect with our BITS team for tips, tricks, and real-world advice to help make your tech work for you. Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Solutions ask@bits...

20260501 It's Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 1, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20260501 Laying the Groundwork: Planning Events in ACB Community Originally Broadcasted May 1, 2026, on ACB Media 5 This session introduced the building blocks behind ACB Community events, from shaping an idea to understanding how an event evolves over time. It is designed for planners who want a clearer, more confident starting point before moving forward. Sponsored by: ACB Community community@ac...

20260501 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 1, 2026, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Pauline Ohadi, National Church Conference of the Blind. Sponsored by: Branco Events

20260430 On-device AI That Works for You: Exploring Perspective Intelligence Originally Broadcasted April 30, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Perspective Intelligence is a free, on-device AI app for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch that brings chat, voice, OCR, image description, and more together in one accessible experience. Everything runs locally on your device with no tokens, no clouds, and no data le...

20260430 Learning How to Use the DA2 Player Originally Broadcasted April 30, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom For this call, we learned different ways to download and delete books using a computer and a flash drive. Please bring something to take notes.

20260430 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted April 30, 2026, on ACB Media 5 AS per our format, on this fifth Thursday of the month, there was a surprise activity related to braille. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Contact the Facilitator Access Archives of the Call Join the Mailing List

20260428 AZCB Presents: from Shelter to Success Originally Broadcasted April 28, 2026, on ACB Media 6 Discover the incredible journey of Tammy Robbins, who rose from a homeless shelter with her son and guide dog to business ownership. Participants joined us to be inspired by her unwavering resilience. Sponsored by: Arizona Council of the Blind

20260428 Games to Play with Lady a Originally Broadcasted April 28, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.