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<pre> 20221103 I Love Braille </pre> Originally Aired November 3, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Deborah Armstrong outlined pros and cons of Braille Blaster. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list

20221102 Microwave Recipe Swap Originally Aired November 2, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Using your microwave doesn’t have to mean giving up any flavor! You can use your microwave for more than reheating leftovers. Many times, it’s quicker and easier to make things in the microwave and it means you don’t have to heat up your large oven. Participants shared their favorite microwave recipes.

20221101 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Aired November 1, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Herbie and tori as they take you on another cooking adventure. This time, we interviewed the communities own Kolby Garrison as she told us about her amazing beef stew that she recently made and how the community cooking calls helped inspired her to start cooking! Dial 662-443-2664 for the ingredi...

20221101 Unmute Presents Originally Aired November 1, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants join us each week as we share updates on the Access Technology Community and answer your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also give your insight into new apps; helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology; and the best podcasts to listen to. Sponsored by Unmute P...

Episode Notes Lively Latin An introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in mythology and Roman civilization will be included.

20221031 BlindShell Classic 2 101 and Beyond Originally Aired October 31, 2022, on ACB Media 5 The BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Do you have a BlindShell Classic 2 or are you curious about the features of the BlindShell? Participants joined Diane Ducharme and learned how to use the BlindShell Classic 2. This week she discussed typing on the keypad and makin...

20221030 In the Kitchen with Courtney Originally Aired October 30, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Making Chicken & Dressing! 2 sticks margarine 2 cups celery (chopped) 2 cups chopped onion 1 tsp. poultry seasoning 1 ½ tsp. salt 2 tsp. sage ½ tsp. pepper 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 cooked chicken (de-boned) 1 large skillet cornbread (crumbled) 3 cups chicken broth Dial 662-...

20221029 Basic iPhone Class Originally Aired October 29, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Whether you're 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.

20221027 Let’s Talk Mac Originally Aired October 27, 2022, on ACB Media 5 A place to discuss all aspects of the Mac. Ask questions; help others; or start a general Mac-related topic of discussion. Sponsored by Blind Mac Users Club

20221027 Vispero Presentation Originally Aired October 27, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to navigate the ribbon in Microsoft Office using JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero

20221027 I Love Braille Originally Aired October 27, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants had fun with braille drawings. Attendees brought their slate and stylus or brailler. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Access I Love Braille Archives Subscribe to I Love Braille email list

20221027 ACB Membership Committee Special Interest affiliate Showcase Originally Aired October 27, 2022, on ACB Media 6 This webinar showcased the following affiliates: ACBL, Ray Campbell IVIE Ardis Bazyn LUA Judy Wilkinson RSVA Scott Eggen VIVA Tyson Ernst Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

20221026 ACB Membership Committee Special Interest affiliate Showcase Originally Aired October 26, 2022, on ACB Media 6 This webinar showcased special interest affiliates: ACBS Olivia O’Connell BRL Denise Colley CCLVI Patti Cox FIA Mike Mandel GDUI Sarah Calhoun Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

20221025 ACB Membership Committee Special Interest affiliate Showcase Originally Aired October 25, 2022, on ACB Media 6 This webinar showcased the following Affiliates: ACBGE Renee Zelickson ACBNG Amanda Selm ACBRA Harvey Heagy BITS Earlene Hughes BPI Gabriel Lopez Kafati Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

Episode Notes Lively Latin An introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in mythology and Roman civilization will be included.

20221024 ACB Membership Committee Special Interest Affiliate Showcase Originally Aired October 24, 2022, on ACB Media 6 The focus for this webinar was to showcase the following special interest affiliates: AAVL Doug Powell AABT Tabitha Brecke AAVIA Chris Prentice ACBDA Tom Tobin ACBF Carla Ruschival Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

20221024 Essential Wellness with Hayley Originally Aired October 24, 2022, on ACB Media 5 We discussed the importance of removing toxins from your home and some ways to replace them with all natural, even good-for-you products. Many serious illnesses can be linked to poising and toxins in such things as cleaning products, home fragrances, and more.

20221024 Area Agencies on Aging – Are They Meeting the Needs of Those with Vision Loss Originally Aired October 24, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Members of the Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss have been surveying their local area agencies on aging to determine, among other things, the extent to which they serve the needs of people who are blind or have low vision and their inclusion of our population in...

20221023 ACB Membership Committee – Focus on Special interest Affiliates Originally Aired October 23, 2022, on ACB Media 6 Participants learned why special interest affiliates are important to members and how state and special interest affiliates can work together to benefit everyone. Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

20221020 Financial Sense¢ - Online Thrift Shopping Originally Aired October 20, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Thrift stores can be a terrific way of saving money on expensive things we need such as clothing, household goods, and even electronics. However, they can be inconvenient for blind people to shop. This month, we took a tour of the new Good Will Finds site using the free NVDA screen reader to see ho...

20221020 New Teaching Method for Blind Piano Students Originally Aired October 20, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Demonstrations of how patterned music is and how learning chords and concepts expedite the learning curve. Sponsored by Blind Piano Lessons

20221020 Vispero Presentation Originally Aired October 20, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned how to access files in Teams with JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero

20221020 I Love Braille Originally Aired October 20, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Dawn Bilpush, our polestar shared her experience with learning and using braille. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to I Love Braille email list Contact the group facilitator Access I Love Braille Archives

20221019 Recipe Swap – Halloween Treats and Tricks Originally Aired October 19, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants shared recipes for favorite Halloween treats, either eaten at home or given to the little goblins! Also, attendees brought their favorite tricks to share for Halloween, such as what to use all the leftover candy for and what to feed the family before they go out for trick-or-treating.

20221018 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Aired October 18, 2022, on ACB Media 5   Coffee and tea. Tori, Herbie, and special-return guest, Kaila discussed various methods of how to make hot beverages. Participants learned about things like the Curig, kettles, and even the old-fashioned coffee maker. Dial 662-443-2664 for the ingredients list. Access recipes via Dropbox Subscribe to the ACB Cooks...