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Events in July 2022
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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
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July 2, 2022The 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.
On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215
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July 2, 2022The 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.
Goal Ball – found in room CHI 203 (CEU Eligible)Goal Ball – found in room CHI 203 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Up For Some Exciting Fun? Try Goalball! Start your day with the premier team sport for the VI/Blind, the sport of GOALBALL! This three on three sport can be played recreationally or competitively. Yes, it’s challenging. Yes, it’s physical. And you better bet it is extremely fun! During this three hour session we will learn how to play, what are the adaptations to the game, and even will give you plenty of opportunity to strap on some pads and give it a try in a real game. Bring the entire family!!!
AAVIA and Advocacy Committee: Civil Rights Panel – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)AAVIA and Advocacy Committee: Civil Rights Panel – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022We discuss recent achievements, ongoing legal efforts, current risks and opportunities in the courts concerning issues of importance to members of ACB.
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)
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July 2, 2022This 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.
ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Join ACB Students for our panel on blind activism and advocacy with blind life coach Charlie Kramer and blind video editor, producer, and podcaster Lance Johnson! Come learn just how beautiful self-advocacy can be. Charlie and Lance will discuss their life experiences, outlooks on blindness, and advice for blind students with us.
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)
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July 2, 2022Learn 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.
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)
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July 2, 2022What 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.
Come Tailgate with ACBDA – found in room HH Grand A/BCome Tailgate with ACBDA – found in room HH Grand A/B
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July 2, 2022Join ACB Diabetics In Action Sugar Warriors, the Get Up and Get Moving Campaign and the Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk Team as we collaborate together for some fun, prizes, tasty snacks and a cash bar! The tailgate party starts at 5:00 PM CST and will remain open during the walk and for a time after the walk concludes. This will be a great time to hear from some of our Health Heroes, socialize with members of ACBDA, Get Up and Get Moving and Brenda Dillon Walk organizers and friends! So, register for the walk and join the fun!
Walking Everywhere! – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer and Heard on ACB Media 1Walking Everywhere! – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer and Heard on ACB Media 1
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July 2, 2022Lace up your shoes, grab your water bottle, and be ready to be energized. Join the ACB Walk committee as we gather to raise money for ACB and its affiliates, get some exercise by traversing the halls of the convention hotel and the convention center, and make a grand entrance to kick off the opening general session of the convention.
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On Site Event: AAVL Lunch: Unravelling the Medicare Tangle – found in room CHI 213 (CEU Eligible)
On Site Event: AAVL Lunch: Unravelling the Medicare Tangle – found in room CHI 213 (CEU Eligible)
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July 3, 2022Lori Scharff ACB’s Medicare expert, will give you the information you need to better understand the maze that is the Medicare program. Eligibility, benefits, gaps, and special plans are just a few of the areas that she will cover.
On Site Event: RSVA Awards Lunch Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy – found in room CHI 215On Site Event: RSVA Awards Lunch Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy – found in room CHI 215
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July 3, 2022Our speaker will be Deb Cook Lewis, ACB 1st Vice President, retired technology specialist
On Site and Streamed: AAVL Virtual Lunch: Unravelling the Medicare Tangle – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)On Site and Streamed: AAVL Virtual Lunch: Unravelling the Medicare Tangle – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 3, 2022Lori Scharff ACB’s Medicare expert, will give you the information you need to better understand the maze that is the Medicare program. Eligibility, benefits, gaps, and special plans are just a few of the areas that she will cover.
On Site and Streamed: RSVA Virtual Awards Lunch Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3On Site and Streamed: RSVA Virtual Awards Lunch Celebrating over 50 years of achievement and advocacy – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3
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July 3, 2022Our speaker will be Deb Cook Lewis, ACB 1st Vice President, retired technology specialist
Student Led Discussion – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Student Led Discussion – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 3, 2022Join ACB Student leaders to hear their perspectives on some of the many critical issues impacting blind students today. Students will discuss navigating blindness in education, health care, and in using assistive technology. Meet and interact with other students while participating in these discussions.
Conversation with the World Blind Union CEO, Marc Workman – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Conversation with the World Blind Union CEO, Marc Workman – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 3, 2022Mr. Workman will speak at Sunday morning’s General Session. Here is a great opportunity to hear from and talk with him directly in a smaller, more intimate setting. Come learn about the challenges and opportunities facing blind people around the world and lessons we can apply in the United States. Presenter: Marc Workman, Chief Executive Officer, World Blind Union, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Co-Sponsored by IRC and MCAC.
The Human Side of They: What are the Colors of Our Rainbow – found in room HH CozzensThe Human Side of They: What are the Colors of Our Rainbow – found in room HH Cozzens
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July 3, 2022Let’s ponder pronouns. Why are she and he so limiting? How can we expand our vocabulary and minds to celebrate gender diversity and equity? Have you ever asked your colleagues, friends and neighbors what pronouns they use? We define so much through labels; they help us organize the world around us, but they can be harmful and disrespectful. Inclusivity is not a trend or a fad. Pronouns are not just words on a page. In this candid discussion, BPI presents narratives from community mentors who embody the gender diversity in our rainbow. Join us as we delve in to the deeper meaning of pronouns and why what we say matters.
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ACBF Breakfast; Preserving Our Memories – found in room CHI 213
ACBF Breakfast; Preserving Our Memories – found in room CHI 213
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July 4, 2022Preserving family memories is more than stuffing pictures into a shoebox. Find out how to preserve tapes and videos and how to begin collecting oral histories with Micheal Hudson, Director of the American Printing House Museum. Always an inspiring speaker, Micheal is sure to get you motivated to actively collect those memories of your kids, cousins, and school and ACB friends.
ACBF Virtual Breakfast; Preserving Our Memories – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2ACBF Virtual Breakfast; Preserving Our Memories – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 4, 2022Preserving family memories is more than stuffing pictures into a shoebox. Find out how to preserve tapes and videos and how to begin collecting oral histories with Micheal Hudson, Director of the American Printing House Museum. Always an inspiring speaker, Micheal is sure to get you motivated to actively collect those memories of your kids, cousins, and school and ACB friends.
BRL Breakfast – found in room CHI 211BRL Breakfast – found in room CHI 211
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July 4, 2022Guest Speaker Marc Workman, President, World Blind Union
BRL Virtual Breakfast – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3BRL Virtual Breakfast – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3
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July 4, 2022Guest Speaker Marc Workman, President, World Blind Union
IVIE Luncheon – Selling Yourself: How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World – found in room CHI 213 (CEU Eligible)IVIE Luncheon – Selling Yourself: How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World – found in room CHI 213 (CEU Eligible)
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July 4, 2022Join Sara Freemen Smith, an HR professional on the ACB Employment Committee; Pam Shaw, an entrepreneur and IVIE member; and Kaila Allen, recent new-hire and ACB Next Generation member, as they share their experience with written, verbal, and visual aspects of positioning yourself as the best job candidate and maximizing those networking opportunities. The panel will tackle these three aspects in each of their facets of the employment/networking processes. Sponsored by IVIE, ACB Next Generation and the ACB Employment committee.
IVIE Virtual Luncheon – Selling Yourself: How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)IVIE Virtual Luncheon – Selling Yourself: How to Put Your Best Foot Forward in the Evolving Employment World – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 4, 2022Join Sara Freemen Smith, an HR professional on the ACB Employment Committee; Pam Shaw, an entrepreneur and IVIE member; and Kaila Allen, recent new-hire and ACB Next Generation member, as they share their experience with written, verbal, and visual aspects of positioning yourself as the best job candidate and maximizing those networking opportunities. The panel will tackle these three aspects in each of their facets of the employment/networking processes. Sponsored by IVIE, ACB Next Generation and the ACB Employment committee.
Breath and Sound – found in room HH CozzensBreath and Sound – found in room HH Cozzens
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July 4, 2022Join BPI as we explore the wonders of breath. What is the sound of breath? What can we do with our breath? Let’s discover how breath resonates throughout our body, mind, and soul.
IVIE Business Expo – found in room HH MerchantIVIE Business Expo – found in room HH Merchant
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July 4, 2022Blind and visually impaired business owners will showcase their products and services and answer your questions.
Unravelling Advocacy for Vision Rehabilitation Services – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Unravelling Advocacy for Vision Rehabilitation Services – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 4, 2022Explore innovative advocacy efforts wherein states can obtain funding under the Medicaid Older Individuals who are Blind program. This program provides an array of vision rehabilitation services, however funding is extremely limited. Learn how to utilize the Older Individuals who are Blind and Medicaid programs. Presented by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss and the Rehabilitation Issues Taskforce.
BPI: Colors of the Rainbow: What is an Ally – found in room HH CozzensBPI: Colors of the Rainbow: What is an Ally – found in room HH Cozzens
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July 4, 2022Allies of the LGBTQIA+ Community: Doing What’s Right to Protect Civil Rights. What is an ally? What can allies do to support the LGBTQIA+ community? Make a donation? Sign a petition? Is it possible to be a silent supporter as times change in momentous ways? With regressive legislation such as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’
Don’t Say Gay
law and Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s directive authorizing child abuse investigations into parents whose children receive gender-affirming care, allies are standing up and speaking out. Guided by members of the community, they respond and take action. Join the discussion with a panel including Anthony Corona, Gabriel Lopez-Kafati, Margie Donovan, Vita Zavoli and Miss Ruth Williams.Empowering Ourselves to Advocate for the Best Mental Health and Emotional Well Being Care – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Empowering Ourselves to Advocate for the Best Mental Health and Emotional Well Being Care – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 4, 2022The world can be busy and it’s often our own self-care that is the first overlooked. The medical field is often more a business; knowing how to ask the right questions and advocate for ourselves is a learned and much needed skill set. Facilitated by Pam Shaw.
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AAVIA Lunch – Perspective from an attorney from the UK – found in room CHI 211
AAVIA Lunch – Perspective from an attorney from the UK – found in room CHI 211
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July 5, 2022Hear from Adal Ibrar, barrister, London England, a Visually Impaired Attorney. Mr. Ibrar will talk about key experiences and observations of his training and career in the law. Through discussion with AAVIA members, it is hoped that illuminating contrasts and similarities will emerge.
ACB Lion’s Reverse Visit – found in room CHI 213ACB Lion’s Reverse Visit – found in room CHI 213
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July 5, 2022Meet Lions from Omaha 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.
AAVIA Virtual Lunch – Perspective from an attorney from the UK – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3AAVIA Virtual Lunch – Perspective from an attorney from the UK – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3
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July 5, 2022Hear from a Visually Impaired Attorney in the UK. Our guest will talk about key experiences and observations of his training and career in the law. Through discussion with AAVIA members, it is hoped that illuminating contrasts and similarities will emerge.
ACB Lion’s Virtual Reverse Visit – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2ACB Lion’s Virtual Reverse Visit – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 5, 2022Meet Lions from Omaha 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.
Knuckling Down on Endocrinology: Current and Future Treatment Strategies – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Knuckling Down on Endocrinology: Current and Future Treatment Strategies – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 5, 2022Hear from a panel of leading global endocrinologists regarding current and future best practice treatment strategies for managing Type I and Type II diabetes
Accessible Covid 19 Testing – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)Accessible Covid 19 Testing – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 5, 2022Dr Jill Heemskerk, Deputy Director, NIBIB, and co-lead on the RADx program.
Knuckling Down on Using and Demonstrating Durable Medical Equipment – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)Knuckling Down on Using and Demonstrating Durable Medical Equipment – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 5, 2022Presenter: Kim Ladd RN/BS, diabetes health education specialist. Empowering clients to independently manage their diabetes and other chronic diseases with low or no vision. Kim’s passion for preventing diabetes and its complications through education stems from first-hand experience. Not only does she deal with diabetes on a daily basis, but many of her family members do so as well. Kim will demonstrate how to use many different devices for diabetes.
Self-Care is Health Care – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)Self-Care is Health Care – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)
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July 5, 2022Take charge of your physical, mental and emotional health. ACB Next Generation and ACB’s Get Up, Get Moving invite you to come and learn about the connection between mind, body and spirit. Come stretch out your body, learn from Leslie Spoone, a Certified Fitness Instructor, Koni Sims, a retired Medical Massage Practitioner, and Terry Suarez, a Certified Respiratory Therapist, and energize your spirit by learning to relax! Participants will also be able to share their best practices for self-care.
Me to the Third Power: Finding, Working and Sharing Myself; Our Journey with Mental Health and Emotional Well Being – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)Me to the Third Power: Finding, Working and Sharing Myself; Our Journey with Mental Health and Emotional Well Being – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 5, 2022Its been said we hear parts of our own stories in others. This panel of speakers will share the highs and lows of their individual journeys through emotional well being.
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NIB Breakfast – found in room CHI 208 (CEU Eligible)
NIB Breakfast – found in room CHI 208 (CEU Eligible)
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July 6, 2022Join NSITE, National Industries for the Blind’s new national workforce enterprise that is connecting talent to opportunity.
NIB Virtual Breakfast – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)NIB Virtual Breakfast – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 6, 2022Join NSITE, National Industries for the Blind’s new national workforce enterprise that is connecting talent to opportunity.
ACBRA Program – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)ACBRA Program – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)
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July 6, 2022Steve Dresser (WA1RTB) will demonstrate an accessible interface for the NannoVNA, a low-cost microprocessor-based device for analyzing antenna performance.
ACBDA: Accessible Pharmacy. Knuckling down on Accessibility – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)ACBDA: Accessible Pharmacy. Knuckling down on Accessibility – found in room CHI 211 and Heard on ACB Media 4 (CEU Eligible)
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July 6, 2022Three Co-Founders of Accessible Pharmacy describe their rationale behind the founding of a full service pharmacy serving the needs of individuals with blindness and vision impairment. One of the business partners who is blind will explain his vision for a full service pharmacy, sharing his own personal disappointing experiences with mainstream pharmacies. Also hear from Accessible Pharmacy’s Chief Medical Officer about accessible durable medical equipment, inclusive of continuous glucose monitors, and how Accessible Pharmacy works to meet the needs of their blind and vision impaired customers!
Making Sense of the Census – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2Making Sense of the Census – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 6, 2022It’s a once-in-a-decade event! The 1950 Census is here, and it includes cousins, neighbors, aunts and uncles, grandparents – even family friends! They are all waiting to be discovered, and many will be people you know. Every ten years the United States conducts a census, and 72 years after the census date it becomes public. Packed with family information and details; get on the road to discovery.
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Get Up and Move Dance Party – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer
Get Up and Move Dance Party – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer
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July 7, 2022 – July 8, 2022Get Up and Get grooving to the rhythms of different cultures from around the world. Music from hot sexy Latin, jamming reggae, British invasion and so many more in this 2 hour dance party that will make you sweat. Collaboration with the Multicultural Affairs Committee and ACB Get Up and Get Moving Campaign. Let’s dance those calories off together!
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Get Up and Move Dance Party – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer
Get Up and Move Dance Party – found in room HH Grand Ballroom Foyer
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July 7, 2022 – July 8, 2022Get Up and Get grooving to the rhythms of different cultures from around the world. Music from hot sexy Latin, jamming reggae, British invasion and so many more in this 2 hour dance party that will make you sweat. Collaboration with the Multicultural Affairs Committee and ACB Get Up and Get Moving Campaign. Let’s dance those calories off together!