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Episode Notes Notes go here You will need: eight bone-in chicken thighs; bread crumbs; paprika; ground cumin; curry powder; chilli powder; salt; pepper; foil; baking pan; spatula; mixing bowl; and an oven. (Note, be sure to defrost your meat ahead of time.) There will be time for questions and sharing your recipes and cooking tips.

Episode Notes Notes go here You will need: eight bone-in chicken thighs; bread crumbs; paprika; ground cumin; curry powder; chilli powder; salt; pepper; foil; baking pan; spatula; mixing bowl; and an oven. (Note, be sure to defrost your meat ahead of time.) There will be time for questions and sharing your recipes and cooking tips.

We will be reading the book, The Unseen Minority: A Social History of the Blind in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1973 and 2004 by the American Foundation for the Blind. It is available on BARD and BookShare. Please read through chapter seven including the foreword. Episode Notes Notes go here

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Hello, ACB history buffs. We have completed our ACB history and are embarking on a new adventure! We will be reading the book, The Unseen Minority: A Social History of the Blind in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1973 and 1994 by the American Foundation for the Blind. It is available on BARD and BookShare. Before we begin the reading discussion, let's talk about other books we...

Over the last few months, the ACB Board of Directors has met at least three times to map out a potential plan for the future of our organization. Learn more about these strategies and how they may re-route and re-define ACB. Join Terry to learn more and express your opinions to our current and future leadership. Sponsored by VISAbilities www. VISAbilities.net

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Episode Notes Notes go here Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D 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

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One out of every three sighted persons over the age of 65 will fall this year. For people with a visual impairment, that number is much higher. Older adults with a visual impairment are 50% more likely to suffer falls than are fully sighted individuals. Do not be one of them. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss www.aavl-blind-seniors.org

# This is the final of two sessions focusing on Medicare choices and personal options specifically helpful for people exploring options during open enrollment in California but may be helpful to members in any state. Attendees should leave with a better understanding of commercial advertising and political rhetoric about Medicare.

One out of every three sighted persons over the age of 65 will fall this year. For people with a visual impairment, that number is much higher. Older adults with a visual impairment are 50% more likely to suffer falls than are fully sighted individuals. Do not be one of them. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss www.aavl-blind-seniors.org

# ACB history buffs, we have completed the book, People of Vision: A History of the American Council of the Blind, by James J. Megivern and Marjorie L. Megivern. ACB presidents, both past and present, will share their stories and experiences. Bring your questions. The next proposed book to read and discuss is The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Ko...

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

Mentoring is a chance to give back. Join Terry as she welcomes Dr. Olaya Landa-Vialard and Richard Rueda, of the APH Connect-Center, for a re-cap of the recent National Transition Conversation: Mentoring Initiatives, Programs, and Policies Virtual Conference, hosted by APH. We will also learn more about the upcoming plans for the Connect-Center. It has come a long way from AFB's Career Connect of...

Fall Prevention: One out of every three sighted persons over the age of 65 will fall this year. For people with a visual impairment, that number is much higher. Older adults with a visual impairment are 50% more likely to suffer falls than are fully sighted individuals. Do not be one of them. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss www.aavl-blind-se...

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Episode Notes Notes go here Herbie's Cooking Corner - Meat Loaf: You will need the following if you are participating: 2 pounds ground beef; half cup chopped onion (You can use frozen or pre-chopped); two heals of bread or hamburger buns; 2 eggs; Ketchup; salt, pepper, minced garlic (optional); pie plate or 9 by 9 pan; and an oven.

Episode Notes Notes go here Messages, News, Calendar, Reminders, Weather, the baseball game, and so much more, we’re often receiving numerous notifications every day. How do we stay on top of them? Join certified Apple Teacher Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Instructor Team as they teach you about this powerful and sometimes complex topic. Learn about various ways to manage and customize notifications...

# This is the first of two sessions focusing on Medicare choices and personal options specifically helpful for people exploring options during open enrollment in California but may be helpful to members in any state. Attendees should leave with a better understanding of commercial advertising and political rhetoric about Medicare.

Episode Notes Notes go here 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

ACB history buffs, this week we will discuss chapter 12 in Part 4, Afterthoughts, in People of Vision: A History of the American Council of the Blind, by James J. Megivern and Marjorie L. Megivern. This is a "must read" and will consider theories, ideas, and provide fodder for discussion of our ACB organization as we have moved forward. Will history continue to repeat itself? What have w...

Back by popular demand! Get your Fab Four team together, or come join a team Terry will organize. Test your long-term memory and have lots of fun as we re-visit "Those good old days." We may even add in some ACB trivia. Please arrive a few minutes early to set up the teams. All are welcome. Sponsored by VISAbilities www. VISAbilities.net