ACB Media Calendar

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Week of Jun 26th

  • The Museum of Science and Industry

    The Museum of Science and Industry

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    June 30, 2023

    This tour is sold out as of 5/29/23. If you purchase this tour you will be placed on a waiting list.  If you are waiting at the bus and are not called from the waiting list on the day of the tour, you will receive a refund. No onsite tickets available for this tour. Go down in a coal mine and see what life was like for miners. Perform hands on experiments, learn the science behind taste, learn about sound waves and walk through a replica of a human heart. There’s so much to experience plus lunch and an amazing gift shop!

    Jewish Service with Rabbi Lenny Sarko

    Jewish Service with Rabbi Lenny Sarko

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    June 30, 2023

    Connection
    Scholarship Winners Dinner Invitation Only

    Scholarship Winners Dinner Invitation Only

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    June 30, 2023

    Schaumburg E
    Detective Dinner

    Detective Dinner

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    June 30, 2023

    No onsite tickets available for this tour. Learn about the players, hear the clues and figure out whodunit after enjoying a great meal! Cash bar available.

    Friday Night Bash

    Friday Night Bash

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    June 30, 2023

    ACB Students and Next Gen will be hosting our annual Friday Night Bash! Members from both groups will be able to mix, mingle, and unwind with a series of social games to get to know one another.

    Schaumburg G
    Welcome to Schaumburg

    Welcome to Schaumburg

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    June 30, 2023

    Come one, come all to the Welcome to Schaumburg Party hosted by the Illinois Council of the Blind (ICB)! Soloist Jeff Trudell with his guitar is sure to entertain us for an interactive evening of singing, dancing and socializing.

    Utopia C
    RSVA/IVIE Mixer

    RSVA/IVIE Mixer

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    June 30, 2023

    Utopia A
  • Holocaust Museum

    Holocaust Museum

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    July 1, 2023

    None of us want to think about this horrendous but important time in history. This museum focuses on life in Poland and talks about not just the Jewish people who were persecuted, interned and murdered but also those with disabilities and other ethnicities. Lunch from a local deli will be provided as part of this tour. Our box lunch will include three mini sandwiches, plus a fruit cup cookie and a bottle of water.

    Accessible Prescription Advocacy 2030

    Accessible Prescription Advocacy 2030

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    July 1, 2023

    Come learn what public policy makers in health care are focusing on and how your advocacy team can utilize these objectives to their own advantage, including creating a culture of accessibility in the pharmacy industry! Healthy People 2030, published by the DHSS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, is a set of data driven national objectives to improve the health and well-being for our nation over the next decade.  Health People 2030 has nearly 300 objectives including 14 vision related objectives as well as health literacy, health equity and social determinants as key priorities. 

    Nirvana B
    HIMS Session

    HIMS Session

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    July 1, 2023

    Please join Earle Harrison from HIMS as he shares new and exciting news with regards to HIMS Flagship product the BrailleSense 6 notetaker, and demonstrates the new SensePlayer handheld, the world’s most versatile book reader, multimedia player, and field recorder, and also demonstrates the Smart Connect feature and discusses why somebody might desire the ability to remotely control their tablet or phone.

    Nirvana A
    Beach Day

    Beach Day

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    July 1, 2023

    Swim, sit on the beach, enjoy lunch and play beach games. We’ll do it all at Bangs Lake. There will be lifeguards and a gazebo for anyone who wishes to be out of the sun. Guide dogs are not allowed in the water and the sand will be very hot so it is advised that you consider leaving your dog with a friend at the hotel. Lunch will include a sandwich, chips and cookie.

    Paving the Holy Braille Highway

    Paving the Holy Braille Highway

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    July 1, 2023

    The future of braille literacy is dynamic and digital. With the development of new braille technology comes the opportunity to make braille and tactile graphics more affordable, available and interactive. Join us to discuss the important work that will be required to ensure this future is a reality. Greg Stilson, Director, Global Innovation

    Schaumburg C
    Seleste, the future of smart glasses – affordable, thin and fast

    Seleste, the future of smart glasses – affordable, thin and fast

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    July 1, 2023

    Assistive technology has often been behind technology available for the public, with people with vision loss having to choose from bulky and expensive products. Come learn how Seleste is changing things and get hands-on with the glasses!

    Nirvana C
    ACBL Reverse Visit Lunch

    ACBL Reverse Visit Lunch

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    July 1, 2023

    Meet Lions from Illinois and discover how blind Lions are making a difference all across America. Open to active Lions, former Lions, and anyone interested in learning more about becoming a Lion.

    Schaumburg C
    Do You Mind

    Do You Mind

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    July 1, 2023

    Life as a student can be stressful, let’s take some time to talk about it and practice mindful solutions. At this event, students will be encouraged to take a breath, acknowledge their current accomplishments, and  learn practices to protect their peace.

    Nirvana A
    Exhibit Hall Hours

    Exhibit Hall Hours

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    July 1, 2023

    Adventure Hall
    First They Came For: Why Don’t Say Gay Affects All of Us

    First They Came For: Why Don’t Say Gay Affects All of Us

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    July 1, 2023

    As anti-LGBTQ+ legislation is introduced and passed around the United States we will examine how this affects our community and the larger implications for all of our bodily autonomy rights, our individual freedoms and how the slippery side will make it easier to come for Disability rights.

    Nirvana B
    Community Hospitality

    Community Hospitality

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    July 1, 2023

    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. Drop in for a few minutes or the entire time. You’re sure to find some midday convention cheer here.

    Imagination
    ACB Next Generation Meet and Greet

    ACB Next Generation Meet and Greet

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    July 1, 2023

    Nirvana A
    Catholic Mass

    Catholic Mass

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    July 1, 2023

    Nirvana C
    Friends of Bill W.

    Friends of Bill W.

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    July 1, 2023

    Innovation
    Interdenominational Service

    Interdenominational Service

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    July 1, 2023

    Conducted by Rev. Michael Garrett

    Nirvana B
    Keys to the Convention

    Keys to the Convention

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    July 1, 2023

    Utopia A
    LDS Sacrament Meeting

    LDS Sacrament Meeting

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    July 1, 2023

    Connection
    Tailgate Party

    Tailgate Party

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    July 1, 2023

    Join the Get Up and Get Moving and the Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk committees for some fun, prizes, tasty snacks and a cash bar.  The tailgate party starts before the Brenda Dillon Walk and will remain open during the walk and for a time after the walk concludes. This will be a great time to socialize with members of Get Up and Get Moving and Brenda Dillon Walk organizers and friends. Open to anyone who registered for the ACB Walk. After you have paid for your convention registration, the confirmation page will have a link that will take you to the walk site where you are able to register for the walk.

    Schaumburg C
    Exhibitor’s Reception (Invitation Only)

    Exhibitor’s Reception (Invitation Only)

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    July 1, 2023

    Euphoria