ACB Community

20230904 Essential Oils with Hayley Originally Broadcasted September 4, 2023, on ACB Media 5   If you, like many, have difficulties shutting down your thoughts, helping your body to unwind, or getting a good night’s sleep, participants joined me as I shared some essential oils and products that may help. I'll share what works for me and answer any of your questions. Find out more at https://acb-co...

20230903 Making Sense of ACB Membership, Part 1 Originally Broadcasted September 3, 2023, on ACB Media 5 At the Leadership Conference in March, we held several focus groups around membership. We wanted to continue the discussion through a series of community events. The purpose in this first round was to learn what is important to our membership, what brought you to ACB, and what keeps you coming...

20230902 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted September 2, 2023, 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. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230902 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted September 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5   We discussed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.   Sponsored by Jonathan Simeone   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230902 Words with Community Originally Broadcasted September 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Do you like word games? Cindy and Lucy demonstrated the game Letter Ful on the iPhone! We discussed other word games as well, for lots of fun! Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230901 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted September 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230901 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted September 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This session featured Dan Spoone, ACB's Executive Director. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230831 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted August 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This week, being the fifth Thursday, I Love Braille explored an unchartered ocean of braille world.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230831 Book Match Originally Broadcasted August 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5   One of my greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Participants told me about their reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and I'll do my best to supply book recommendations you'll love. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230831 Vispero Presentation- Five Power Tips for Formatting Documents in Microsoft Word with JAWS Originally Broadcasted August 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants learned how to create numbered and bulleted lists, create headers and footers, insert page numbers, indent text, and insert the current date and time.   Sponsored by Vispero   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230830 Recipe swap meets its electric Originally Broadcasted August 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5   We all have small kitchen electrics, so we wanted to know what you prepare with yours ! Anything from a mixer to an air fryer, bring your recipes to share! Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230829 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted August 29, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but differ in spelling and meaning. Examples: "S E" and "S E A", "TOE" and "TOW". Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230829 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted August 29, 2023, 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 you insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the best podcasts to listen to.   Sponsored by...

20230829 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted August 29, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants were ready for another cooking adventure! This time: Mug cakes with Heidi. She had four different things to show us how to make in Mugs, from Cakes, pies, Cobblers, and Brownies. Do you need Vegan or Gluten Free alternatives? Tori suggested substitutions and other cooking techniques in T...

20230828 Bookability Originally Broadcasted August 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bookability for the opportunity to delve into different book topics, talk about genres, and receive lots of recommendations. This week, we learned about all the different book calls that the ACB Community has to offer! Come ready to learn and get book recommendations from our special guests. Find out...

20230828 Get the Scoop Originally Broadcasted August 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Have you been joining us in the mornings for ACB Presents with your answers to the daily questions? You are working and haven't been able to join us. Now is your opportunity to share more, or for the first time. Participants joined Bel and Kaila to tell their story behind their answer. You will have the opportunity. to...

20230828 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted August 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230828 AAVL is getting to know Penny Forward Originally Broadcasted August 28, 2023, on ACB Media 6   Penny Forward talked about online banking, retirement funds and much, much more.   Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230828 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Broadcasted August 28, 2023, on ACB Media 5   BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Whether you are a new user or are curious about its many features, participants joined Diane Ducharme for an instructional session about how to use the device.   Sponsored by BlindShell USA   Find out more at https://acb-community.pineca...

20230827 ACB Membership Focus Call–Getting Members Involved Originally Broadcasted August 27, 2023, on ACB Media 6   The topic for this Membership Focus call was How to get members involved who attended convention? Speakers shared some tips. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230826 Doing Braille Digitally Originally Broadcasted August 26, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Discussing  braille displays and all things digital braille. Email Nicki Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230825 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted August 25, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230825 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted August 25, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bel for an opportunity to discuss a range of topics on how we relate to the world around us, as individuals who have been blind since birth. Those who experienced sight loss later in life are encouraged to join and share their perspectives as well. The beauty of this call is that we can all learn fro...

20230825 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted August 25, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Featured Tom Sullivan: blind author, actor, and musician.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230824 Book Match Originally Broadcasted August 24, 2023, on ACB Media 5   One of my greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Participants told me about their reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and I'll do my best to supply book recommendations you'll love. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co