ACB Media Calendar

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Week of Jul 12th

  • Castle Williams

    Castle Williams


    July 11, 2026 July 12, 2026

    The People’s House – The White House

    The People’s House – The White House


    July 12, 2026

    The Star Spangled Banner

    The Star Spangled Banner


    July 12, 2026

    The White House Visitor Center

    The White House Visitor Center


    July 12, 2026

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park


    July 12, 2026

    The People’s House – The White House

    The People’s House – The White House


    July 12, 2026

    The Star Spangled Banner

    The Star Spangled Banner


    July 12, 2026

    The White House Visitor Center

    The White House Visitor Center


    July 12, 2026

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park


    July 12, 2026

    The People’s House – The White House

    The People’s House – The White House


    July 12, 2026

    The Star Spangled Banner

    The Star Spangled Banner


    July 12, 2026

    The White House Visitor Center

    The White House Visitor Center


    July 12, 2026

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park

    War In The Pacific National Historical Park


    July 12, 2026

    Benjamin Franklin Museum

    Benjamin Franklin Museum


    July 12, 2026 July 13, 2026

  • Benjamin Franklin Museum

    Benjamin Franklin Museum


    July 12, 2026 July 13, 2026

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson


    July 13, 2026

    James A Garfield National Historic Site

    James A Garfield National Historic Site


    July 13, 2026

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim


    July 13, 2026

    Wild River State Park

    Wild River State Park


    July 13, 2026

    Benjamin Franklin Museum

    Benjamin Franklin Museum


    July 13, 2026

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson


    July 13, 2026

    James A Garfield National Historic Site

    James A Garfield National Historic Site


    July 13, 2026

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim


    July 13, 2026

    Wild River State Park

    Wild River State Park


    July 13, 2026

    Benjamin Franklin Museum

    Benjamin Franklin Museum


    July 13, 2026

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson

    Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson


    July 13, 2026

    James A Garfield National Historic Site

    James A Garfield National Historic Site


    July 13, 2026

    ACB Convention Call to Order

    ACB Convention Call to Order


    July 13, 2026

    Call to order. There will be the adoption of the standing rules and convention program with a rising vote for virtual participants. There will be a first reading of the credentials report and the affiliate rollcall. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim

    The Minds Eye-Guggenheim


    July 13, 2026

    Wild River State Park

    Wild River State Park


    July 13, 2026

    Biltmore House

    Biltmore House


    July 13, 2026 July 14, 2026

  • Biltmore House

    Biltmore House


    July 13, 2026 July 14, 2026

    Channel Islands National Park

    Channel Islands National Park


    July 14, 2026

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park


    July 14, 2026

    Presidential Portraits

    Presidential Portraits


    July 14, 2026

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama


    July 14, 2026

    Channel Islands National Park

    Channel Islands National Park


    July 14, 2026

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park


    July 14, 2026

    Presidential Portraits

    Presidential Portraits


    July 14, 2026

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama


    July 14, 2026

    Channel Islands National Park

    Channel Islands National Park


    July 14, 2026

    Resolutions

    Resolutions


    July 14, 2026

    Call to order; nominating committee report; adoption of the credentials report; resolutions will be debated, and a rising vote will take place for virtual participants; and the first reading of the proposed bylaw amendments. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park

    Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park


    July 14, 2026

    Presidential Portraits

    Presidential Portraits


    July 14, 2026

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama

    The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama


    July 14, 2026

    African Burial Grounds

    African Burial Grounds


    July 14, 2026

  • Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers

    Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers


    July 15, 2026

    SITKA Natiomal Park

    SITKA Natiomal Park


    July 15, 2026

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service


    July 15, 2026

    The Salvador Dali Museum

    The Salvador Dali Museum


    July 15, 2026

    African Burial Grounds

    African Burial Grounds


    July 15, 2026

    Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers

    Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers


    July 15, 2026

    SITKA Natiomal Park

    SITKA Natiomal Park


    July 15, 2026

    Exhibitor Reception

    Exhibitor Reception


    July 15, 2026

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service


    July 15, 2026

    The Salvador Dali Museum

    The Salvador Dali Museum


    July 15, 2026

    African Burial Grounds

    African Burial Grounds


    July 15, 2026

    Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers

    Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers


    July 15, 2026

    SITKA Natiomal Park

    SITKA Natiomal Park


    July 15, 2026

    Resolutions

    Resolutions


    July 15, 2026

    Nominations and candidate Speeches – Elections will be held until there is a contested election. Proposed Bylaw amendments will be read and debated. The individual and affiliate vote will be taken on Thursday for any read and debated amendments and for contested elections. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service

    Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service


    July 15, 2026

    The Salvador Dali Museum

    The Salvador Dali Museum


    July 15, 2026

    Haleakalā National Park

    Haleakalā National Park


    July 15, 2026

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site


    July 15, 2026 July 16, 2026

  • Harry S Truman National Historic Site

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site


    July 15, 2026 July 16, 2026

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service


    July 16, 2026

    US Marine Corps War Memorial

    US Marine Corps War Memorial


    July 16, 2026

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts


    July 16, 2026

    Haleakalā National Park

    Haleakalā National Park


    July 16, 2026

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site


    July 16, 2026

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service


    July 16, 2026

    Access Through the Arts with the Missouri Arts Council

    Access Through the Arts with the Missouri Arts Council


    July 16, 2026

    Speaker Piper Hudson will share information on tactile art making, multisensory installations, descriptive audio frameworks, and collaborative storytelling. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Exploring AI Tools Opportunities and Risks for Blind Students and BEYOND

    Exploring AI Tools Opportunities and Risks for Blind Students and BEYOND


    July 16, 2026

    Join ACB Students for an engaging and practical conversation on how artificial intelligence is transforming accessibility, education, and opportunities for blind students. This session will demystify how AI works, explore its real benefits and risks, and share actionable strategies students can use right now to learn, create, and lead with confidence. Featuring special guests Ming Fang, faculty member at Florida International University, and Prashant Rajpal, author of Ethical AI Journey Implementing Responsible AI within Real Organizations, the discussion will highlight responsible AI use, ethical considerations, and real-world applications that empower blind students to shape the future rather than fear it. Participants can expect practical tips, real examples, and an open conversation designed to build confidence, awareness, and innovation. Presenters: Ricardo Salazar, Kit Rajpal, Dr. Ming Fang and Prashant Rajpal Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Smart Living Stronger Access Appliances Community and Advocacy

    Smart Living Stronger Access Appliances Community and Advocacy


    July 16, 2026

    Be part of a conversation with BITS about appliances and accessibility, and why inclusive design must extend into every part of daily life. Our presentation will highlight the launch of the Appliance Portal, efforts to connect with the community through YouTube, and the importance of bringing greater awareness to vendors, advocates, and consumers alike. By sharing experiences, building visibility, and speaking with a stronger collective voice, we can help drive meaningful progress in accessibility and advocacy. Presenters: Larry-Watkinson, Technology Project Manager, Olympia, WA; Jeff Bishop, President – Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS), Application Developer, Tucson, AZ; Lucia Greco, Accessibility Evangelist, Berkeley, CA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    GDUI Guide Dog School Update

    GDUI Guide Dog School Update


    July 16, 2026

    Thinking on getting a guide dog or are you looking into applying for a successor guide? Or are you curious about what the guide dog world is up to? Join GDUI and hear updates from several US and Canadian guide dog training programs. Hear about what training is like, the matching process, graduate support, and much, much more. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Moving Forward from Job Loss

    Moving Forward from Job Loss


    July 16, 2026

    Join us as three Employment Committee members share their experiences after losing (or nearly losing) their jobs in January 2026. Co-sponsored by the Employment Committee, ACB Students and ACB Next Generation Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    US Marine Corps War Memorial

    US Marine Corps War Memorial


    July 16, 2026

    Amateur Digital Communications and the SharkRF M1KE Radioless Hotspot

    Amateur Digital Communications and the SharkRF M1KE Radioless Hotspot


    July 16, 2026

    A brief discussion of amateur digital communication modes and a presentation on the SharkRF M1KE radioless digital hotspot. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Capturing the World Through Photography With Confidence

    Capturing the World Through Photography With Confidence


    July 16, 2026

    Many of us carry smartphones or wearable devices with built-in cameras, but if you are blind or visually impaired, using them may feel unfamiliar or even intimidating. This BITS session is designed for smart device beginners or intermediate users and will start with the basics of how to take photos using accessible features. We will explore simple techniques to help you understand what is in your pictures using description tools and apps. By the end, you’ll feel more confident capturing and sharing moments in ways that work for you. Presenters: Kelly Ford, Software Developer, Madison, WI; Ann McKay-Bacon, Teacher Consultant for the Blind and Vision Impaired, Detroit, MI Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    What is Next Generation TV and What Should I know to get Ready

    What is Next Generation TV and What Should I know to get Ready


    July 16, 2026

    Come learn about the Next Generation of broadcast television which is a combination of over-the-air broadcast and internet technology. It will have enhanced picture, sound, and interactive capability, as well as enhanced accessibility. Learn from industry experts and consumers what you need to know to be ready for the future of television. Moderator: Carl Richardson, Co-Chair, ACB Audio Description Project, Brighton, MA Panelists: Matt Kaplowitz, President, Bridge Multimedia, New York, NY; Renee Arrington-Johnson, ADP Steering Committee Member, Cleveland, OH; Louis Johnson IV, MBA, PMP, CPBE, Cleveland, OH; Timothy Wynn, ADP Media Subcommittee Member, Arlington, VA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts


    July 16, 2026

    American Comedy and the Jewish Connection

    American Comedy and the Jewish Connection


    July 16, 2026

    Comedy will be explored in the 20 and 21st centuries and the impact it has had on the culture. The contributions of Jewish writers and performers, we will delve into stand-up, skits, television, comedy and movies. Join us for an entertaining and informative presentation. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    LUA Presents Unlocking Independence in Reading with Bookshare

    LUA Presents Unlocking Independence in Reading with Bookshare


    July 16, 2026

    Bookshare is the world’s largest accessible library of published copyrighted books. It transforms the way individuals with print disabilities read and learn. Learn how to navigate the platform, download books in multiple accessible formats, and use popular reading tools to create a personalized reading experience. Gain practical skills and learn how you can use Bookshare in school, your career, and everyday life. You will also get a preview of our newest AI-powered tool called Bookshare Plus, which converts non-copyrighted materials into accessible formats that can be accessed in the Bookshare platform. Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, service provider, or reader, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to expand access, promote independence, and unlock a world of learning possibilities. Presenter: Mario Oliveros, Director of Growth, Palo Alto, CA; marioo@benetech.org; 510-479-5998 Facilitated by Brian Charlson, Past President, Library Users of America, Watertown, MA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    The Power of Small Behavior Changes to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes

    The Power of Small Behavior Changes to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes


    July 16, 2026

    One out of every three adults in the United States is living with pre-diabetes and 50% of those people over age 65 have this condition. It is estimated that 90% of these people do not know it. There is a common misconception that a person can do very little at this point to avoid or delay progression to a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes. Brenda Jagatic BSCN, RN, Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist will be joining us to share information about small behavior changes that can have a huge impact on slowing or preventing the progression of this disease. The hints that she will be sharing regarding living a healthier lifestyle are also very beneficial for people who already have a diagnosis of diabetes or are just wanting to lead a more healthy life. We will also have two members of our group sharing their personal experiences with altering the course of their diabetes. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Why Cant Audio Description Files Always Travel with the Program

    Why Cant Audio Description Files Always Travel with the Program


    July 16, 2026

    Are you frustrated when you watch a movie or TV show that doesn’t have audio description when you know it did before in the cinema? Come learn about the complexity of the life of an audio description file covering topics including the journey of the file through the broadcast pipeline, copyright issues, file format conflicts and much more. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Haleakalā National Park

    Haleakalā National Park


    July 16, 2026

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site

    Harry S Truman National Historic Site


    July 16, 2026

    LUA Presents Voices and Access and Freedom through a Conversation on Book Banning

    LUA Presents Voices and Access and Freedom through a Conversation on Book Banning


    July 16, 2026

    This is a thought provoking exploration of book banning, examining its definition, history, and growing impact on access to information. Learn from meaningful discussions that challenge us to consider who decides what content is appropriate and how those decisions shape education, libraries, and society. The presentation also brings critical attention to equity, highlighting how restrictions disproportionately affect blind and low vision readers and others who already face barriers to access. Gain a deeper understanding of intellectual freedom and practical ways to advocate for inclusive, accessible, and diverse collections. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service

    Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service


    July 16, 2026

    ACBL Lessons in Leadership

    ACBL Lessons in Leadership


    July 16, 2026

    On January 7, 2025, the Eaton Fire began, ultimately destroying 9,000 homes and buildings including the homes of five members of the Pasadena Host Lions Club. Donna and Mitch Pomerantz, Club Secretary and President respectively, will talk about their involvement in organizing the Club’s response in assisting the Altadena, Northern Pasadena, and Sierra Madre communities to recover. A real-life story of action and leadership. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    LVA Presents the Importance of a Low Vision Evaluation

    LVA Presents the Importance of a Low Vision Evaluation


    July 16, 2026

    Join Low Vision Alliance with Carlos L. Grandela, OD, FAAO Optometrist from Mesa, AZ for an informative session on the importance of a low vision evaluation, what it is, and why you should have one. There will be time for questions. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Resolutions

    Resolutions


    July 16, 2026

    There will be a record vote from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm for contested elections, resolutions needing a record vote, and debated Bylaw amendments. At 7:00 pm, the affiliate roll call will take place. Nominations and candidate speeches continue. Reading and debate of additional proposed bylaw amendments, with the record vote taking place on Friday. If needed and time permits, there will be a debate and a rising vote on the remaining resolutions. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    US Marine Corps War Memorial

    US Marine Corps War Memorial


    July 16, 2026

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts

    US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts


    July 16, 2026

    Holocaust Museum Houston

    Holocaust Museum Houston


    July 16, 2026 July 17, 2026

  • Holocaust Museum Houston

    Holocaust Museum Houston


    July 16, 2026 July 17, 2026

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall


    July 17, 2026

    Knoxville Museum of Art

    Knoxville Museum of Art


    July 17, 2026

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center


    July 17, 2026

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park


    July 17, 2026

    Holocaust Museum Houston

    Holocaust Museum Houston


    July 17, 2026

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall


    July 17, 2026

    Knoxville Museum of Art

    Knoxville Museum of Art


    July 17, 2026

    Seeing Braille Wait I Thought I Had to Feel Braille

    Seeing Braille Wait I Thought I Had to Feel Braille


    July 17, 2026

    Seeing Braille, a program for the PC, lets blind or sighted presenters demonstrate braille to sighted audiences, in person or online. By exploring dit positions, letter patterns, numbers, punctuation, and uncracted or contracted words or phrases, users can learn braille by sight and take the mystery out of braille for audiences such as parents, classmates of blind chilred, and the public in general. Presenter: Neva Fairchild, American Foundation of the Blind, retired aging and vision loss specialist, Dallas, TX Co-sponsored by BRL and AABT Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Whats new with the Monarch

    Whats new with the Monarch


    July 17, 2026

    Come learn with BITS about the Monarch multi-line Braille display from the American Printing House for the Blind. Discover all about tactile graphics, Monarch apps, and the Monarch RISE project. Presenters: Katie Frederick, Digital Engagement and Accessibility Specialist, Monarch Projects, American Printing House for the Blind (APH), Worthington, OH; Jennifer Wenzel, Technology Product Specialist, APH, Louisville, KY Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center


    July 17, 2026

    Patty Goes to Peru

    Patty Goes to Peru


    July 17, 2026

    Patty Slaby will tell us about her inspiring Mission Trip to Lima Peru. She will share about her experiences at an orphanage where she presented and demonstrated how it is to live as a blind individual. She will summarize some of her adventures and describe the time she spent with the children being immersed in Spanish. Presenter: Patty Slaby, itinerant teacher of blind and low vision, Arcadia, WI Co-sponsored by AABT and BRL Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Workplace Etiquette

    Workplace Etiquette


    July 17, 2026

    Explore workplace etiquette through the lense of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Participants will gain insight into unspoken office norms from navigating shared spaces and introductions to handling meetings, social cues, and common misconceptions. Co-sponsored by ACBS, ACBNG, and ACB Employment Committee Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park


    July 17, 2026

    GDUI OandM for Everyone

    GDUI OandM for Everyone


    July 17, 2026

    Knowing how to travel with a cane is vital for our success as blind or low vision people, but yet, too often cane travel instruction is hard to come by. Come and see the plethora of orientation and mobility programs offered by some of the guide dog schools from around the country! Please know that you don’t need to have or want a guide dog to join this session; O&M is for everyone! Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Microsoft Narrator A Tool for Making the Transition from Low Vision to No Vision

    Microsoft Narrator A Tool for Making the Transition from Low Vision to No Vision


    July 17, 2026

    If using screen magnification and a mouse with your Windows PC is no longer working effectively for you due to ongoing vision loss, there is an available alternative. Microsoft Narrator, a free screen reader built into the Windows operating system, can enable you to read the contents displayed on your computer’s screen, as well as hear the text in documents, email, and webpages, as well as any other content on your computer screen. In this BITS presentation, we will show you how to put this powerful tool to work for you, and help you maintain your independence, as your vision continues to transition from low vision to no vision. Presenters: Brad Snyder, Assistive Technology Specialist, Dallas, TX; Myrna Votta, Instructor of Assistive Technology, New York Metropolitan Area Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Why You Need a Better Money Plan and How YNABS Five Questions Can Help Your Finances Soar

    Why You Need a Better Money Plan and How YNABS Five Questions Can Help Your Finances Soar


    July 17, 2026

    Does your budget look good on paper but fall apart in real life? Join Moe Carpenter, AFC and Certified YNAB Spendfulness Coach, to discover a better way to manage your money. We’ll examine YNAB’s five questions and how they can help you build a stronger plan, spend more mindfully, and make your finances truly soar to new heights. Sponsored by ACBNG Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Braille Games

    Braille Games


    July 17, 2026

    Come join BRL to play games based on the use of braille. BRL members will lead you in playing a few games using your knowledge about braille. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Finding your Driverless Car

    Finding your Driverless Car


    July 17, 2026

    Driverless ride share services are becoming more common, on one hand, since there is no driver in these cars, there’s no discrimination! However, driverless ridshare services can pose some challenges for blind or low vision individuals. For instance, how to find the car if there is no driver to communicate with? Come and hear from fellow blind people who have found tips and tricks to find their car even when there is no driver. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Overview of the New ADP Website

    Overview of the New ADP Website


    July 17, 2026

    The Audio Description Project’s website was re-designed in 2025, built around a modern content management system, which now allows us to place everything we know about movies, series, and TV programs in a database for display by website visitors. But how do you best utilize the ADP website features to customize your visit for maximum usefulness? Come hear from webmaster Fred Brack and ADP Coordinator Dianna Leonard on how to make the most of your experience. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Holocaust Museum Houston

    Holocaust Museum Houston


    July 17, 2026

    Brailled It

    Brailled It


    July 17, 2026

    Every year, the best under-18 braille readers and writers in the English speaking world come to Los Angeles to compete in the Braille Challenge. Empowering them to become filmmakers, BRAILLED IT gives these kids cameras and has them document the event on their own. Their often-disorienting cinematography challenges sighted audiences to follow the action on their terms, with audio description and binaural sound helping audiences understand this unique cinematic world through non visual cues. Ultimately, the kids’ honest, personal, and emotional footage makes the human drama of their experience – and the true power of literacy – accessible for all. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Todays Poetic Voices of Protest and Resistance

    Todays Poetic Voices of Protest and Resistance


    July 17, 2026

    Poets will be performing and discussing their works. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall

    Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall


    July 17, 2026

    Knoxville Museum of Art

    Knoxville Museum of Art


    July 17, 2026

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center

    Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center


    July 17, 2026

    Bylaws

    Bylaws


    July 17, 2026

    There will be a record vote from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm for contested elections, resolutions needing a record vote, and debated Bylaw amendments. At 7:00 pm, the affiliate roll call will take place. Affiliate roll call. Reading and debate of the remaining resolutions with a rising vote. If a record vote is needed, it will take place on Sunday, July 26, and the affiliate vote during general session on Monday, July 27. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park


    July 17, 2026

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute


    July 17, 2026

    Audubon Experience

    Audubon Experience


    July 17, 2026

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center


    July 17, 2026 July 18, 2026

  • Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center


    July 17, 2026 July 18, 2026

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve


    July 18, 2026

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS


    July 18, 2026

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center


    July 18, 2026

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute


    July 18, 2026

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center


    July 18, 2026

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve


    July 18, 2026

    Trends in AI and Making It Accessible

    Trends in AI and Making It Accessible


    July 18, 2026

    Blind Information Technology Solutions, along with a panel of experts, will explore the latest trends in AI from a blind and low vision perspective. The session will highlight how tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude, and Accessibility Agents are expanding access, creativity, and innovation. Attendees will learn how blind and low vision people are not only using these technologies, but also helping shape what comes next. It will be a practical and engaging look at how accessible AI is changing the world around us. Presenters: Larry Watkinson, Technology Project Manager, Olympia, WA; Jeff Bishop, President BITS, Tucson, AZ; Kayla Bentas, Technology Project Coordinator, Peabody, MA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS


    July 18, 2026

    Braille Devices under Two Hundred Dollars

    Braille Devices under Two Hundred Dollars


    July 18, 2026

    Enhance your use of braille with four low-cost braille devices. The BrailleDoodle is a device with raised braille letters and a method of drawing. The VersaSlate is a paperless slate and stylus. The Hable is a device with braille input that can connect to other devices. Braille legos are a fun way to learn more about braille. Presenters: Lucy Edmunds, retired Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library, Lansing, MI; Audry Schading, Braille Instructor, Lighthouse Guild of New York; Shanell Matos, Assistive Technology Program Leadership, Lighthouse Guild, New York. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Innovations in Performing Arts Access

    Innovations in Performing Arts Access


    July 18, 2026

    This session will share new and innovative practices in performing arts accessibility with audio description. Join us to learn strategies for evolving practices and what can be possible in live performing arts venues. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Sister Power Brunch Hour

    Sister Power Brunch Hour


    July 18, 2026

    At a new time this year and always a convention favorite, join ACB Women for another inspiring conversation with two dynamic ACB Women leaders, Cheryl Cumings, WA and Katie Frederick, OH. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Strong Minds Safer Lives Mental Health and Self-defense fundamentals

    Strong Minds Safer Lives Mental Health and Self-defense fundamentals


    July 18, 2026

    Build confidence from the inside out in this engaging virtual session that explores the powerful connection between mental well-being and personal safety. In the first half, participants will learn practical strategies to manage fear, set boundaries, and develop assertiveness skills that support emotional resilience in everyday situations. The second half introduces the fundamentals of self-defense, focusing on awareness, prevention, and simple protective responses that can increase confidence and independence. Led by Amy Wilson, founder of the Safety Positive Foundation, this session combines psychological insight with real world safety education to help participants feel empowered, prepared, and deserving of safety and respect. Participants will leave with actionable tools they can begin applying immediately in school, work, travel, and social environments. Presenters: Amy Wilson, Ricardo Salazar, and Gregg Wandsneider Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center


    July 18, 2026

    ACB Inspire Mentoring Program Graduation

    ACB Inspire Mentoring Program Graduation


    July 18, 2026

    Celebrate with the Class of 2026 during their graduation ceremony. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Accessible Blogging with Substack

    Accessible Blogging with Substack


    July 18, 2026

    Substack is an accessible web-based platform designed to allow you to unleash your imagination for creative writing. In this BITS presentation, we will explore this exciting platform, and hear from 3 users who will share their experiences using Substack as a creative way to reach a wide audience. Presenters: Tyson Ernst, Access Technology Educator, Washington State Department of Services for the Blind, Seattle, WA; Kaila Allen, Mindfulness, Wellness, & Somatic Coach, Creative Guidance LLC, Mesa, AZ; Taylor Arndt, Mobil Applications Developer, Techopolis Online Solutions, Austin, TX Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Perspectives in Songwriting

    Perspectives in Songwriting


    July 18, 2026

    A diverse panel of writers and composers will share their experiences. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    What Does It Take To Be An Entrepreneur

    What Does It Take To Be An Entrepreneur


    July 18, 2026

    Panelists will talk about what was required for them to start their different types of businesses and answer questions from the audience. Speakers: Kimberly Ruf, Mary Kay Inc., Dayton, OH; Edward Cohen, EZ2 See Products, Rochester, MN; Jeremy Johansen, Farmer Host, San Leandro, CA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute

    And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute


    July 18, 2026

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center

    Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center


    July 18, 2026

    ACBF Campfire

    ACBF Campfire


    July 18, 2026

    It’s summertime – time to sit around the virtual campfire and eat hotdogs and s’mores. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, camp is a special experience. Paul Edwards, storyteller extraordinaire from Jacksonville, FL, is back this year with campfire stories. A virtual treasure hunt, camp trivia, and easy snack ideas also fill this finale to the virtual convention week. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve

    Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve


    July 18, 2026

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS

    Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS


    July 18, 2026

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center

    Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center


    July 18, 2026

    Castle Williams

    Castle Williams


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