ACB Community

Listeners spent Thanksgiving with their ACB Community family. Some stayed for one hour, some stayed the whole time, and some came and went as they pleased. A new facilitator and host was on hand to greet you every hour for conversation and fellowship. Hour 1 - Lucy Edmonds and Andrea DeKlotz Hour 2 - Sheila Young and Diane Scalzi Hour 3 - Holly Turri and David Dunphy Hour 4 - Cachet Wells and Desi...

Listeners spent Thanksgiving with their ACB Community family. Some stayed for one hour, some stayed the whole time, and some came and went as they pleased. A new facilitator and host was on hand to greet you every hour for conversation and fellowship. Hour 1 - Lucy Edmonds and Andrea DeKlotz Hour 2 - Sheila Young and Diane Scalzi Hour 3 - Holly Turri and David Dunphy Hour 4 - Cachet Wells and Desi...

Making French dip. Ingredients: • 3-4 LB roast • 2 cups water • ½ cup lite soy sauce • 1 tablespoon rosemary • 1 tablespoon parsley • 1 tablespoon onion salt • 1 tablespoon garlic powder • 1 tablespoon peppercorns • Crockpot • crockpot liner • 2 forks • Bowl • Plate • Spatula Join the ACB Cooks email list. Contact ACB Cooks via email.

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

We have all been there. Someone asks us to find a kids video out there on YouTube, or we want to look up a popular video, but navigating the app can be challenging. Listeners joined Apple Teacher, Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Team, as they discussed one of the most sought-after topics in tech: how to effectively use the YouTube app with Voiceover. Sponsored by The Tech Juggernaut

Listeners learned about the new Ruby 10. Sponsored by Vispero

Listeners joined Michael Babcock as he sorted out the differences between smart speakers. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

Congressional Guidance, the Grubb Way: Terry welcomes long-time Capitol Hill climber and experienced advocate, Debbie Grubb. Her clear and effective strategies for how to find the right person in our Congressional offices; templates for the communications; and persistence are all on the menu. Debbie will share the techniques she has used that have made Florida such a powerhouse on the hill. Sponso...

We discussed chapters 20-22 in the book, 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. The 1976 edition is available in BARD, and the 2004 edition is available on Bookshare. Listeners joined us and were a part of our lively discussion.

Juan discussed the numerous factors that participate in employment as a person who is blind or visually impaired. From job searching to vocational training to the interview, listeners shared their wide range of experiences and perspectives.

Courtney made her favorite chicken curry recipe. Ingredients needed: ·       1 LB boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces ·       2 teaspoons curry powder ·       1/1/4 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional, to taste) ·       3/4 teaspoon salt ·       1/4 teaspoon pepper ·       1/2 cup chopped onion ·       1 tablespoon canola oil ·       1 (13 oz.) can coconut milk ·     ...

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

Many said reducing debt was one of their goals in 2022, so we talked through our options for paying down debt and how they might impact our credit score. The first hour was reserved for the topic of the day and the last half hour for any financial questions. Sponsored by ACB Next Generation

From the right ingredients to knowing when to adjust, there are six things strong leaders and good recipes have in common. Making a great leader is a bit like making a really great cake. Listeners joined the Berl Colley Leadership Institute Committee in their virtual kitchen as they stirred up their ingredients for effective leaders. Sponsored by Berl Colley Leadership Training Committee

Listeners joined 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. Your input was appreciated and shared with the board during its meeting on Sunday, January 16.

Jeff showed you how to download an archived webinars. Sponsored by Vispero

If you are familiar with the basic features of your iOS device but want to learn more about its capabilities, Belinda takes you through some of the advanced features of iOS products using Voiceover and shares some fun ones, too. Please bring your questions.

Do you want to know about the accessibility features of Android devices? Do you want to know how Android devices are different from Apple devices? Do you want to become more proficient using an Android device? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, listeners joined the team for the iBUG Android Insight open Q&A forum. Android Insight is a free training session open to anyone desi...

Eric Damery discussed and  demonstrated managing sound in JAWS 2022. Sponsored by Vispero

Listeners were treated to a time of remembrance and reflection by members of the ACB community for the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The two-hour event highlighted the global impact; Dr. King's writings; speeches; and the music of the civil rights era.

Making gingerbread brownies. Items needed: • Sugar • unsweetened cocoa powder • kosher salt • unsalted butter • large eggs • molasses • vanilla extract • all-purpose flour • ground cinnamon • ground ginger • baking powder • ground cloves • measuring cups and spoons • Parchment Paper • cooking spray • nine by nine pan • wooden spoon • heat-proof microwave dish or pan for melting butter • slotted sp...

Listeners discussed Accidentally Engaged by Farah Heron (DB104016).

Listeners joined Deb Marinos as she shared useful information about how to get maximum use from your hearing aids. Deb Marinos, MS, is a licensed counselor and has provided training and coaching to electricians; people with disabilities; and healthcare providers for the past thirty-years. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

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 joined Courtney and Kerry as they discussed meal planning and preparation. Join the ACB Cooks email list . Contact ACB Cooks via email .