ACB Media Calendar

Click “Launch Event” to identify the ACB Media stream for each event.

Week of Jun 26th

  • ACBS/Next Gen Friday Night Bash – found in room CHI 202

    ACBS/Next Gen Friday Night Bash – found in room CHI 202


    July 1, 2022

    Come Together! Welcome to Omaha – found in room HH Blackstone B

    Come Together! Welcome to Omaha – found in room HH Blackstone B


    July 1, 2022 July 2, 2022

    Beatles tribute band Come Together will Help! you rock and dance the night away as the Nebraska Host Committee helps welcome the ACB National Conference. In the great words of the late Beatles singer, John Lennon, All You Need Is Love! Free snacks and a cash bar will also be available. We look forward to seeing you Twist and Shout at an event that conveniently is not Across the Universe!

    RSVA/IVIE Mixer – found in room CHI 204

    RSVA/IVIE Mixer – found in room CHI 204


    July 1, 2022 July 2, 2022

  • Come Together! Welcome to Omaha – found in room HH Blackstone B

    Come Together! Welcome to Omaha – found in room HH Blackstone B


    July 1, 2022 July 2, 2022

    Beatles tribute band Come Together will Help! you rock and dance the night away as the Nebraska Host Committee helps welcome the ACB National Conference. In the great words of the late Beatles singer, John Lennon, All You Need Is Love! Free snacks and a cash bar will also be available. We look forward to seeing you Twist and Shout at an event that conveniently is not Across the Universe!

    RSVA/IVIE Mixer – found in room CHI 204

    RSVA/IVIE Mixer – found in room CHI 204


    July 1, 2022 July 2, 2022

    On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2

    On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2


    July 2, 2022

    The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.

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    On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215

    On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215


    July 2, 2022

    The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.

    What’s New with JAWS, Fusion, and ZoomText – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)

    What’s New with JAWS, Fusion, and ZoomText – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    Join Douglas Gerry for his annual User Group meeting. All skill levels are welcome. We’ll demonstrate and discuss the recent developments and look at what’s coming in 2023. Bring your questions and join the fun as we kick off the 2022 Convention with the JAWS teams from Training, Sales, and Marketing. Receive a special gift for attending!

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    Furry Tails – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 5

    Furry Tails – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 5


    July 2, 2022

    There have been so many Furry Skilled Professionals over the years who will always live in our hearts and memories. Sunday Edition and GDUI want to recognize some of these amazing Guides. Join us as we remember and honor these wonderful dogs and their handlers.

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    Community Hospitality – found in room HH St Nicholas

    Community Hospitality – found in room HH St Nicholas


    July 2, 2022

    Here’s your opportunity to meet up with those you’ve only met virtually or to see friends you haven’t been with for a few years or more. Games, crafts, chatting with friends on Zoom or those in person, and maybe even connecting with someone for a meal are what await you. Drop in for a few minutes or the entire time. You’re sure to find some midday convention cheer here.

    RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)

    RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    This session will highlight the Business Enterprise Program in Nebraska. Learn how vendors are trained, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. Also learn how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; Jim Jirak, Owner Jirak Enterprises, Omaha, Nebraska.

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    411 From the IAC: Low Tech, High Tech Fitness Journey – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)

    411 From the IAC: Low Tech, High Tech Fitness Journey – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    The Information Access Committee in conjunction with the Get Up and Get Moving Campaign will present on both low tech and high tech options for exercise and tracking your fitness. You’ll hear as members share their journey to better fitness and the devices that helped them along the way. So whether it is a scale, blood pressure cuff, common household item, personal wearable, smart app, or the latest and greatest piece of exercise equipment, there is sure to be something for everyone to help you on your journey to better health.

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    RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)

    RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    Learn the benefits of this career option and how states find recruits. Also learn the skills needed and the education and training that is provided. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; John Gordon, Bureau Chief and Acting BEP Director, Illinois Department for the Blind, Chicago, IL; Patrick Martin, RSVF Vendor, Tallahassee, Florida. Co-sponsored by the ACB Rehabilitation Task Force.

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    411 From the IAC: Unlocking the secrets of shopping – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)

    411 From the IAC: Unlocking the secrets of shopping – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 5 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    We all do it. We all need to buy things and do it in a way that allows us to be independent and efficient. Learn tips and techniques from top technology experts that they use both for in-person shopping and shopping on the internet. Whether you are looking for managing your store coupons, shopping via Shipt or Instacart, it doesn’t matter. We reveal key things to consider as a part of making you more polished in achieving your everyday shopping tasks.

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    ACB Next Generation: Meet the Framily – found in room CHI 211

    ACB Next Generation: Meet the Framily – found in room CHI 211


    July 2, 2022

    Friends who are family – Whether you’ve been with NextGen from the beginning or you’re hearing about us for the first time, come hang out and mingle with new and old friends to kick off this year’s convention; you might even win a door prize!

    BPI Movie: Rocky Horror Picture Show – found in room CHI 208

    BPI Movie: Rocky Horror Picture Show – found in room CHI 208


    July 2, 2022

    Grab your toast points, popcorn, noise makers and water bottles and prepare to Time Warp with us again! There will be surprises, songs and of course all the classic hijinks this beloved movie offers including some members dressed up as movie characters. There will be a prize for the best costume as well.

    RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)

    RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)


    July 2, 2022

    What is Outlook Enrichment Assistance? Learn about the differing technologies and skills training that assist those entering the vending program and other careers. Paulette Monthei BSW, MPA, Enrichment Executive Director, Omaha, Nebraska; Alex Curtis, NE Vendor Trainee, Omaha, Nebraska.

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