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20221117 I Love Braille Originally Aired November 17, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Dorothy Brown was the polestar of this month. She shared her experience with learning braille at a late age and using it. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Access I Love Braille Archives Subscribe to I Love Braille email list … Read more

20221116 The ins and Outs of the NLS Braille E-Reader Originally Aired November 16, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Participants learned about the NLS Braille E-Reader, and the following topics were covered: A physical description of the NLS Braille E-Reader a brief overview of the device’s features including those which have been disabled other names … Read more

20221116 Untangling Transportation – Unwrapping Air Travel Originally Aired November 16, 2022, on ACB Media 5 The holidays are fast approaching, and millions of Americans will be taking to the air to visit relatives, take vacations, and still traveling for work. Air travel can be stressful for anyone under the best of circumstances. For those … Read more

20221116 Recipe Swap – Let’s Give Thanks Originally Aired November 16, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Let’s all give thanks by sharing your favorite Thanksgiving sides recipes. Don’t be a turkey. Come tell us what is the special item you make every year? What do you hope someone else makes for Thanksgiving?

Episode Notes Lively Latin An introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in mythology and Roman civilization will be included.

20221115 Let’s Talk Low Vision with Dr. Alibhai Originally Aired November 15, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, O.D, F.A.A.O was our special guest this evening. He has been practicing Low Vision Rehabilitation Services in the metropolitan Washington, DC area since 1993. Tonight’s presentation was on “low vision strategies” and was once again … Read more

20221115 Online Shopping – Bringing the Store to Your Home Originally Aired November 15, 2022, on ACB Media 5 There are a variety of services that bring anything from groceries to furniture to your door. Participants talked about what those are, their pros and cons, and how they benefit you as a blind and/or visually … Read more

20221115 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Aired November 15, 2022, on ACB Media 5 Patty returned to talk about Schwans, a source for frozen foods. Schwans delivers nationwide to the contiguous 48 states. Access the Schwans website Dial 662-443-2664 for the ingredients list. Access recipes via Dropbox Subscribe to the ACB Cooks email list Email the … Read more

20221115 Unmute Presents Originally Aired November 15, 2022, 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 your insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and … Read more

20221114 BlindShell Classic 2 101 and Beyond Originally Aired November 14, 2022, on ACB Media 5 BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Do you have a BlindShell Classic 2? Are you curious about the features? Participants joined Diane Ducharme for an hour of instruction on how to use the many … Read more