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Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.

Listeners read chapters 15, 16, and 17 of The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1976 and 2004 by the American Foundation for the Blind.

Listeners joined ACB President, Dan Spoone and others for an open discussion around the upcoming ACB DC Leadership Conference and whether to hold a hybrid or virtual only event. The input was appreciated and shared with the board during its meeting on Sunday, January 16.

What is it like to be a single, female, blind homesteader who moves across the country with her animals? Nella has horses, goats, and other farm animals. Listeners joined Nella for tips on deciding where to homestead and to hear her story. Contact us at: ACB.home. Garden.agriculture@gmail.com .

If you enjoy playing games as much as Lucy, listeners joined her for a discussion of what games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games were discussed, and listeners were encouraged to bring their own game suggestions.

Listeners read chapters 13 and 14 of The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1976 and 2004 by the American Foundation for the Blind. All were welcome.

Making sticky garlic chicken. A mixture of sweet and savory, this chicken will make everyone say yum. Items needed: • light brown sugar • chili sauce • soy sauce • crushed garlic clove • (you can use minced garlic in the jar) • ground ginger • seasoned pepper • 2 pounds cut up chicken (you can use boneless breasts or thighs) • Oven • mixing bowl • spoon • baking pan

Listeners shared their experiences with transitioning to independent living, whether that means moving out of your parents' house and living in a dorm or moving into your first apartment. Listeners discussed what experiences have been like living on their own as a blind person from all walks of life.

Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.

Listeners discussed the many holiday beverages available.

Make cinnamon ripple cake for Christmas Day. Items needed: • Flour • Oatmeal • white Sugar • brown sugar (for the topping) • baking powder • baking soda • salt • cinnamon • eggs • buttermilk • cocoanut • nuts • vanilla • 9 by 9 pan • mixing bowls • spoon or rubber spatula • oven

Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

Ron Miller showed listeners how to use Kindle for PC with JAWS and braille. Sponsored by Vispero

They talked about the small kitchen appliances that are loved so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes were shared.

Listeners attended A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in mythology are included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D Previous class recordings will be available at: http://acb-community.pinecast.co

Why wait around for Santa to eat your cookies when you can come play games instead? A variety of games you know will be played an

Listeners joined their ACB Community as they lit the Virtual Christmas Tree. Listeners Brought an ornament to hang on it and described both the ornament and its significance. Was it handmade or a family heirloom? Was it big or small? Did it light up or play music? Was it made of paper or tin? Did it shine or sparkle? The lights and garland were already in place. We just needed the ornaments and to...

What did your family do on Christmas Eve when you were growing up? What was your family's traditional Christmas Eve meal? Did you go to church or caroling either before or after you ate? Were you allowed to open at least one present on Christmas Eve? Listeners joined us and reminisced about their family's Christmas Eve traditions. The event concluded with a reading of "Twas the Night Before C...

They talked about the small kitchen appliances that are loved so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes were shared.

If you enjoy playing games as much as Lucy, listeners joined her for a discussion of what games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games were discussed and listeners were encouraged to bring their own game suggestions.

Herbie discussed how to make Tori’s Christmas cookies. Items needed: · Flour · Caster Sugar or another refined sugar · 1 egg · Butter or margarine · mixing bowl · cookie sheet · parchment paper (recommended). -

Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Instructor Team continued sharing Christmas tips and ideas, including how to create awesome holiday playlists, making your smart Home even better with Christmas cheer, reading the Christmas Story and other Bible stories with your family, and even keeping an eye on Santa and his reindeer. Sponsored by The Tech Juggernaut

Listeners learned about stand-Alone scanning and reading devices. Sponsored by Vispero

Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.