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Is your affiliate looking for a fund-raiser? Are you trying to get more exercise? Do you like meeting new people? Listeners were encouraged to join the ACB Walk committee to learn about the 2022 ACB Walk; gather and share tips for seeking donations; and use the ACB Walk website more efficiently. Sponsored by the ACB Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk Committee

Do you want to learn how you can participate virtually or in person at the upcoming 2022 ACB Conference and Convention? Listeners heard Janet Dickelman, ACB Convention Coordinator, inform attendees how to register and participate fully in all convention activities. Sponsored by ACB Membership Committee

Members of the Hawaii Association of the Blind shared their experiences of living as a Blind Asian American in Hawaii. What is unique about their life? How do the cultural, economic, and political dynamics of the island interact with their experiences as a blind Asian American? Sponsored by Hawaii Association of the Blind and Multicultural Affairs Committee

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

Listeners learned about the newest Ruby device and the Ruby family. Sponsored by Vispero

The 61st annual ACB Conference and Convention is just around the corner. Registration is now open for everyone. 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 tho...

Is your Internet bill eating up too much of your budget? Earlier this month, President Biden announced the Affordable Connectivity Program for low-income households to access free or low cost, high-speed Internet. We talked about what this might mean for you; what we know so far about how the program works; and where to go to get more information. Government subsidies can be a highly divisive topi...

Let us all make our Memorial Day memorable with great recipes for picnics and barbecues. Listeners shared their most memorable recipes. Whether it is a side dish; sauce for grilling; or tips for having a memorable day! Listen on

This month, we talked all things rideshare with Robyn Bradley-Wallen, Founder and one of the moderators of the Blind Users of Uber and Lyft Facebook group. A native of St. Louis, Robyn has served as a member of two advisory committees for her local transit agency; a member of ACB’s Transportation Committee; and as Chairperson of the Missouri Council of the Blind Transportation Committee. Robyn and...

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

Richard Rueda shared his extensive insight regarding traveling with vision loss over two decades. In his role as Digital Content Manager with the APH Connect Center, Richard gets to travel more than ever. Hear how he expertly navigates social situations; when he seeks assistance at airports; and when he opts to go solo. Sponsored by Council of Citizens with Low Vision International

Jewel discussed an area of independent living. Listeners came ready to talk about packing for and going on vacation independently. Attendees brought their questions and tips. Email Jewel with your comments, suggestions, or questions.

Making brownies. Items needed: • 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate • 2/3 cup butter • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 1/2 cups sugar • 1 cup chocolate chips • Mixer • Saucepan • 13 by 9 pan • Oven Access the ingredients list by calling 662-443-2664. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Find Herbie's Cooking Corner on YouTube

Take charge of your physical, mental, and emotional health. ACB Next Generation and ACB's Get Up, Get Moving invited listeners to learn about the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Get your blood pumping and heart racing with Leslie Spoone, a Certified Fitness Instructor; Koni Sims, a retired Medical Massage Practitioner; and Terry Suarez, a Certified Respiratory Therapist. Energize your s...

You do not need to own a horse to enjoy riding one. Carol told listeners about being a horse owner who is blind and discussed tips for how to ride horses without owning one.

Listeners got the inside scoop from the Mentor Team on the development of ACB's Mentoring Program. Listeners brought along their questions and comments to add to the discussion. Sponsored by Mentorship Team

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

So, you're moving through your path of leadership, getting busier and busier as you take on more responsibilities. How do you keep track of all those dates for meetings, phone calls, and everything else? This month's Leadership Training focused on ways you can use various calendar tools and reminders, so you don't miss notable events. Listeners discovered how you can use tools such as Microsoft Ou...

Jeff showed listeners how to register for a Zoom webinar step by step. Sponsored by Vispero

Listeners joined us to discuss braille and learn about how people use it in their daily lives. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind

Listeners talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Listeners shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.

Listeners joined ACBDA to welcome Cecelia Guajardo, a recent graduate from a college in Washington State. Do you want to start to eat healthier? It is reading those food labels or good or bad carbs. Sponsored by American Council of the Blind Diabetics in Action Email ACB Diabetics in Action

Jewel discusses an area of independent living. This time Jewel talked about the laundry room. How do we figure out if the shirt goes in warm/cold or cold/cold? How do we determine the settings of our machines? What about folding the clean clothes? Listeners learned all about this and more. Email Jewel with your comments, questions, and suggestions.

Making chicken stir fry. Items needed: • Boneless chicken • fresh broccoli • other vegetables like onions and peppers • sugar • corn starch • ground ginger • garlic powder • soy sauce • Oil • pan or electric skillet • cutting board • knife • spoon for stirring Access the ingredients list by calling 662-443-2664. Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list

Listeners learned all about their sense of hearing. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center