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Events in June 2022
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Reaching Beyond Their Borders: International Programs of US Schools for the Blind – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
Reaching Beyond Their Borders: International Programs of US Schools for the Blind – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 23, 2022Did you know that some US schools for the blind have thriving international programs? Come learn about what they do, who they serve, and hear about some of their successes. Presenters: Mark Richert, International Program Coordinator, Overbrook School for the Blind, Arlington, VA; Katherine (Katie) Holland, Executive Director, Perkins International, Watertown, MA.
GDUI: School Updates – Heard on ACB Media 2GDUI: School Updates – Heard on ACB Media 2
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June 23, 2022Double session of this ever-popular update.
Seeing Eye Woofs and Wags – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Seeing Eye Woofs and Wags – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 23, 2022Have you ever thought about partnering with a guide dog? Wondering what we’ve been up to this last year? Come and hang out with us and get your questions answered. Learn about The Seeing Eye’s program and what we’ve been up to this last year. If you have a question you want to make sure we answer, send it to [email protected] before June 22 and we will make sure we answer it during our session.
Adaptive Sports: GET UP, GET MOVING, and Make Life Fun! – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Adaptive Sports: GET UP, GET MOVING, and Make Life Fun! – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 23, 2022Want to get active and are not sure what exciting things are out there, or how you can re-engage in your favorite game or activity after sight loss? Let our team help you get back into the action! STRIVE4YOU would like to invite everyone to join us for this virtual workshop as we explore all the exciting recreational and sporting activities that are available for the VI/Blind. Together we will take a look at simple adaptations to make your leisure, recreation, and fitness activities more inclusive. Whether you’re a parent, college student, senior or a disabled veteran there is so much out there to get you off the couch living life to its fullest, and you might accidently get healthier both physically and mentally in the process!
Prose and Poetry Reading – Heard on ACB Media 2Prose and Poetry Reading – Heard on ACB Media 2
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June 23, 2022Share some of your original work or just come listen. Facilitator: Carla Hayes McMurray, PA Co-sponsored by FIA and ACB Next Generation
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Residential Adjustment to Blindness – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
Residential Adjustment to Blindness – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 24, 2022Training Center Panel Join ACB Students for a panel featuring representatives from three blindness training centers: The Hellen Keller Center, The Carroll Center for the Blind, and one of the National Federation of The Blind centers. These three centers are located across the country, and their representatives will join us to speak about the programs offered within them. Learn how their programs can help you gain your independence in travel, cooking, reading, writing, using technology, doing recreational activities, and more. Come learn about the importance of having a positive attitude on blindness. There will be a Q&A at the end of the session.
En-Vision America – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)En-Vision America – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 24, 2022Accessible Prescription Labeling Advocacy: Board of Pharmacy Rulemaking vs Legislation
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Do you really need Indeed? Indeed you might. – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
Do you really need Indeed? Indeed you might. – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 25, 2022Learn to leverage Indeed.com to jumpstart you job search. Presenter: Don Horvath, Senior Instructor, Helen Keller National Center, Sand Point, NY.
The Art of Disability Culture: Nontraditional Visually-Impaired Artist panel – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)The Art of Disability Culture: Nontraditional Visually-Impaired Artist panel – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 25, 2022Visually-impaired artists from different creative springboards, (pottery, graphical art, movement, and theater), will share their experiences presenting and working with curators to provide interactive and accessible connections to their work.
Social Security at Work – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Social Security at Work – Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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June 25, 2022Learn how to address the tensions between SSDI, SSI and money earned while working. Panelists: Lori Scharff, Certified Financial Incentive Professional, Waynesboro, VA; Chris Peterson, Founder, President and CEO, Penny Forward, Richfield MN.
Sister Power Happy Hour – Heard on ACB Media 2Sister Power Happy Hour – Heard on ACB Media 2
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June 25, 2022Our very popular women’s get-together returns with stories from two more amazing ACB Women, Belinda Collins, St. Paul, NC, and Audrey Schading, Mount Vernon, NY. Come join old friends on Zoom or listen in on ACB Media from home.
ACB Families Goes to Camp – Heard on ACB Media 2ACB Families Goes to Camp – Heard on ACB Media 2
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June 25, 2022It’s summertime – time for sitting around the campfire, eating hotdogs and s’mores. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, camp is a special experience. Share stories and play games. And what’s a campfire without a skit! Finally, discover some camping opportunities for today’s fun-loving folks!
FIA Writer’s Workshop – Heard on ACB Media 2FIA Writer’s Workshop – Heard on ACB Media 2
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June 25, 2022Effortless Editing: Learn of the similarities and differences between self-editing and editing for others: how to know when to stop writing and start editing, how to maintain a good relationship with a editing client, tools of the trade, and other biz tips. Panelists: Kim Nova, Our Special Editor, NBP; Mary Jo Wondersitor of Magnets and Ladders; Kathy King and Cheryl McNeil-Fisher, Writing Works Wonders; Chris Kuell, Editor in Chief, Breath and Shadow Journal of Disability Literature; Ann Harrison Barnes, Blogger, Author and Freelance Editor; and Cachet Wells, ACB Blog Voices contributor and member of ACB Board of Publications.