ACB Community

20230908 A Blind View Originally Broadcasted September 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Bel for an opportunity to discuss a range of topics on how we relate to the world around us, as individuals who have been blind since birth. Those who experienced sight loss later in life are encouraged to join … Read more

20230908 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted September 8, 2023, on ACB Media 5   This session featured Peggy Chong, the blind history lady.   Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230907 Book Match Originally Broadcasted September 7, 2023, on ACB Media 5   One of my greatest joys is connecting books with people who love them. Participants told me about their reading preferences (formats, genres, favorite authors) etc. and I’ll do my best to supply book recommendations you’ll love. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230907 Vispero Presentation- Manage Downloads in Chrome and Edge Originally Broadcasted September 7, 2023, on ACB Media 5   We showed participants how to manage downloads in the Chrome and Edge web browsers with JAWS. Learn how to specify a default download folder, access your downloads history, and remove files from the downloads list.   … Read more

20230907 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted September 7, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Michael Cole, President, The East Bay Center for the Blind, discussed different braille writing devices.   Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah   Find out more … Read more

20230906 Its Electric Originally Broadcasted September 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: Instant Pots air fryers slow cookers coffee makers microwave ovens and more Attendees asked their questions and shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes. Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

20230906 Making Sense of ACB Membership, Part 1 Originally Broadcasted September 6, 2023, on ACB Media 5 At the Leadership Conference in March, we held several focus groups around membership. We wanted to continue the discussion through a series of community events. The purpose in this first round was to learn what is important to … Read more

20230905 Helpful Hints on Using Homophones Originally Broadcasted September 5, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants joined Mary Haupt to learn about homophones — words that sound alike but differ in spelling and meaning. Examples: "T E A R" and "T I E R"; "O U R" and "H O U R."   Find … Read more

20230905 Unmute Presents Originally Broadcasted September 5, 2023, on ACB Media 5   Participants join us each week as we share updates on the access technology community and answer your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also give you insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the … Read more

20230905 Herbies Community Cooking Corner Originally Broadcasted September 5, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Tori and me as we took you on another cooking adventure. This time: Patty showed us her M and M. If cooking with us, you will need the following: One fudge brownie mix One large bag of plain M … Read more