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As our 61st ACB convention rounds the corner, we wanted to encourage members who might be on the fence about attending the convention hear from ACB leaders about the influence ACB conventions had regarding both their ACB leadership roles as well as with leadership in other arenas. Sponsored by Berl Colley Leadership Institute Committee

Jeff showed listeners how to make Excel spreadsheets more accessible. Sponsored by Vispero

Episode Notes Participants asked and answered braille-related questions. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Notes go here

Welcome Abbie Chesterson, a Diabetes educator specialist from Pennsylvania. She will be speaking about how Diabetes affects different parts of the body including the feet, hands, legs, and inner organs. Sponsored by ACB Diabetics in Action Email ACB Diabetics in Action

Listeners received the inside scoop from the ACB Mentor Team on the development of ACB's mentoring program. Attendees brought along their questions and comments to add to the discussion. Sponsored by ACB Mentoring Team

Listeners joined Lucy for a discussion of games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games are discussed every time. Attendees were encouraged to bring their own suggestions of games they enjoyed playing.

Originally Aired June 7, 2022, on ACB Media 5

Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D

Making beef stroganoff. Items needed: • 1 lb. steak of your choice, cut into thin strips • 1 medium onion, cut into thin strips • 1 package fresh sliced mushrooms • 2 cans cream of mushroom soup • 16 oz. sour cream • 1 package egg noodles, cooked according to package directions Dial 662-443-2664 for ingredients list. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Contact ACB Cooks via email.

Have you enjoyed our impressive community over the past two years? What do you like? What could use improvement? This is our community. Without our input, we can’t make it even better. Listeners came to our second Community Town Hall which was a safe, respectful, and welcoming place for any of you to share your thoughts and concerns, positive or otherwise, about the community. We looked forward to...

Ron Miller showed listeners how to download the JAWS training bundle and how to read it using your Focus braille display. Sponsored by Vispero

Listeners received the inside scoop from the ACB Mentor Team on the development of ACB's mentoring program. Attendees also brought their questions and comments to add to the discussion. Sponsored by ACB Mentoring Team

Divya Bijur presented on braille input on smartphones. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

Is your affiliate looking for a fund-raiser? Do you want an incentive for getting some exercise? Attendees learned how they can be a part of the ACB Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk. Listeners also received some tips for seeking donations and for working with the Walk website more efficiently.

The 61st annual ACB Conference and Convention is just around the corner, and registration is open. Listeners joined Janet Dickelman, Convention Coordinator as she shared all you need to know about this hybrid event. • What is hybrid anyway? • Why has the convention been extended beyond the in-person week? • What is the cost to attend? • What tours are being offered in Omaha? • Can those participat...

Listeners received the inside scoop from the ACB Mentor Team on the development of ACB's mentoring program. Attendees also brought their questions and comments to add to the discussion. Sponsored by ACB Mentoring Team

Making hamburgers, fries, and onion rings. Items needed: • 1 pound of ground beef or pre-made frozen patties (use different meat or veggie substitute, if desired) • your favorite toppings and condiments • potatoes or frozen fries • onion rings • oven • indoor grill or frying pan Dial 662-443-2664 for the ingredients list. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Find Herbie's Cooking Corner on YouTub...

Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D

Listeners joined ACB Next Generation as we welcomed Koni Sims along with other members of ACB’s Voting Task Force to give us information on how this year’s voting process will work at our National Convention. Listeners brought their questions to get ready to prepare themself for a successful voting experience!

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, listeners joined us with their questions and problems. We tried to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

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

Eric Damery showed listeners how and when to use application-specific settings in JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero

Karen Thomas presented exciting braille trivia. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

Making pizza. Items needed: • Pre-made Pizza crust • your favorite pizza sauces • Mozzarella Cheese, grated • your favorite toppings • cookie sheet • oven • pizza cutter Dial 662-443-2664 for the ingredients list. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list

Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D