ACB Community

20260515 Laying the Groundwork: Planning Events in ACB Community Originally Broadcasted May 15, 2026, on ACB Media 5 This session introduced the building blocks behind ACB Community events, from shaping an idea to understanding how an event evolves over time. It is designed for planners who want a clearer, more confident starting point before moving forward. Sponsored by: ACB Community community@a...

20260515 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 15, 2026, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Carol Farnsworth, author of Compost, A Year's musings in poetry and Art. Sponsored by: Branco Events

20260514 Berl Coley Leadership - Soaring New Heights: Leading the Way Originally Broadcasted May 14, 2026, on ACB Media 6 Participants Joined members of the Berl Colley committee as we soar into convention season. We discussed preparing for the convention, making connections, voting, and what happens after the convention. This was an interactive session, and affiliates leaders were encouraged to a...

20260514 Learning How to Use the DA2 Player Originally Broadcasted May 14, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom For this session, participants learned how to put other kinds of material onto a flash drive. Please bring something to take notes.

20260514 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 14, 2026, on ACB Media 5 On the second Thursday of this month, under title "I have a question", participants asked and answered braille-related questions. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Contact the Facilitator Access Archives of the Call Join the Mailing List

20260513 Abbie's Alcove: May Happenings Originally Broadcasted May 13, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Participants joined us to share memories of Mother's Day, senior prom, graduation, and other topics.

20260512 Games to Play with Lady a Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Lucy loves to play games, so participants found out about new games to play with their Lady A devices.

20260512 Herbie's Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 12, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Low Sodium Sausage Patty's and Slow Cooker garlic Parmesan Potatoes presented by Uly. If you cook along, you need the following: ·      For the Sausage: o   2 teaspoons ground sage onion powder o   to taste Garlic powder o   to taste Black...

20260511 Bookability Originally Broadcasted May 11, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Meka and other bookish friends of the community as we answered fun questions, gave lots of book recommendations, and extended your book lists to infinity and beyond.

20260511 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260510 Sunday Night Shellin' Originally Broadcasted May 10, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little...

20260508 It's Play Time Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20260508 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted May 8, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom This episode featured Kim Charlson, librarian, leader, and cancer survivor. Sponsored by: Branco Events

20260507 Learning How to Use the DA2 Player Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom For this session, we learned about the automatic download feature. Also learn about some settings for bard that are in the Settings menu. Please bring something to take notes.

20260507 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted May 7, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Our guest speaker for the month of May, Diane Croft from National Braille Press, spoke on her role in compiling the book Louis Braille, A Touch of Genius, by C. Michael Mellor. Sponsored by: East Bay Center for the Blind Contact the Facilitator Access Archives of the Call Join the Mailing List

20260506 Cooking with Vision Loss with the Blind Kitchen Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Cooking with vision loss can be challenging but it can also be very rewarding. Participants joined the conversation with Chef Debra, the Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen, to learn about and share adaptive cooking tools and strategies for cooking safely, confidently, and indepe...

20260506 Cookin' Up a Song - Voice Training Originally Broadcasted May 6, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Spring into May with more joyful singing! Participants joined us again as Carole reviewed the basic singing and then you will have a chance to sing a short solo. Prepare a few lines from a favorite song and sing it for us. Carole will give you feedback and suggestions that will help you and everyone o...

20260505 A Blind View - Let Us Be Honest, We've All Done It Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Bel for an engaging discussion on the phrase "playing the blind card", and what it really means within the blind and low vision community. We explored the balance between self-advocacy, independence, and real-life experiences. Contact The Facilitator

20260505 Abacus Made Simple Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Even though we have our computers and smart phones to help us with math calculations, an abacus is just fun to use! If you used an abacus before and just want a refresher, or if you have never used one, this class is fun and easy!

20260505 Herbie's Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted May 5, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Cast Iron Baked Bone in Chicken Breast. If you cook along, you need the following: ·      2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts ·      2 tbsp olive oil ·      1 tsp kosher salt ·      ½ tsp black pepper ·      1 tsp smoked paprika (optional) · ...

20260504 Sports Roundtable Originally Broadcasted May 4, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260503 Birding with Lucy at Mockingbird Hill Originally Broadcasted May 3, 2026, on ACB Media 5 Whether you are a seasoned "birder" or just enjoy the morning chirps from your porch, attendees joined Lucy Arguijo in Mockingbird Hill to explore the fascinating world of backyard birds, from their unique nesting behaviors and feeding habits to the wonder of seasonal migration. Participants...

20260502 Basic iPhone Class Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Whether you are 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.

20260502 Blindness Prematurity Call Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media Zoom Did you grow up with sighted friends, blind friends, or a mix of both? Participants Shared their experiences and told us how those friendships shaped their world.

20260502 ASK Bits Originally Broadcasted May 2, 2026, on ACB Media 6 Participants joined us to explore today’s tech across Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac, along with screen readers and helpful assistive tools. Bring your questions and connect with our BITS team for tips, tricks, and real-world advice to help make your tech work for you. Sponsored by: Blind Information Technology Solutions ask@bits...