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June 22, 2022
Take a virtual tour of our 2022 Exhibit Hall. Exhibitors share what they will be offering at their booth. Obtain contact information and hear about convention specials.
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June 22, 2022
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June 23, 2022
Did 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.
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June 23, 2022
Double session of this ever-popular update.
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June 23, 2022
Explore how artificial intelligence interacts with music, pictures, and blindness.
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June 23, 2022
Blind Consultants Involvement in Creating AD
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June 23, 2022
Have 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.
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June 23, 2022
The ADP will have panelists from the broadcast networks and cable networks to give an update on the status of their offerings for audio description. We will also have an update on the status of the 21st Century Video Accessibility Act (CVAA)
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June 23, 2022
Come and join Leslie Spoone, certified aerobic instructor and personal trainer for yoga. Use a chair or be on the floor for some easy yoga.
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June 23, 2022
Want 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!
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June 23, 2022
Share 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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June 24, 2022
Kelsey Corlett-Rivera, NLS Foreign Language Librarian, will speak to us about the library’s innovative projects and its implementation of the Marrakesh Treaty in the US.
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June 24, 2022
Training 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.
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June 24, 2022
Demonstrate how guide dog sperm samples from male breeders are frozen and stored. Other topics touched on are genetic diversity, dual careers for dogs and superheroes for years to come. Speaker: Zuhey Medina-Gonzalez, Director, Genetics, Reproduction, & Puppy Care, Southeastern Guide Dogs
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June 24, 2022
Relax while learning about the harp through presentations and performances. In honor of FIA past president Lynn Hedl. Presenters: Nancy Pendegraph, Huntsville, AL; Jason Castonguay, Manchester, CT.
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June 24, 2022
Accessible Prescription Labeling Advocacy: Board of Pharmacy Rulemaking vs Legislation
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June 24, 2022
Learn how a guide dog school has teamed up with North Carolina State University and IBM to use artificial intelligence and smart collars to increase the number of exceptional guide dogs available to our community. Panel facilitated by Carl Richardson (Brighton, MA) with speakers from Guiding Eyes, IBM and North Carolina State University.
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June 24, 2022
Come and join Leslie Spoone, certified aerobic instructor and personal trainer for cardio happy hour! You can either dance around or be on your treadmill, stationary bike or your elliptical. Happy exercising!
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June 24, 2022
Join Bookshare to learn about the latest additions to the world’s largest ebook library for blind people, promotions, and new and exciting tools like Bookshare Reader for Alexa and more.
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June 24, 2022
Get ready for another outstanding panoply of performances from musicians, poets, and others. The pinnacle of diversity, creativity, and professionalism. Co-sponsors: FIA and ACB Next Generation
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June 24, 2022 – June 25, 2022
Participate in our celebration of the Showcase with performers and those behind the scenes who put it all together.
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June 24, 2022 – June 25, 2022
Participate in our celebration of the Showcase with performers and those behind the scenes who put it all together.
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June 25, 2022
Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, Texas, and Virginia invite you to attend a question and answer time with those wishing to run for a position on the ACB board of directors and the ACB board of publications.
We invite anyone to attend, and bring your questions.
All individuals wishing to run for a position are invited to attend and each state will have questions for them. We will also entertain questions from attendees.
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June 25, 2022
Learn to leverage Indeed.com to jumpstart you job search. Presenter: Don Horvath, Senior Instructor, Helen Keller National Center, Sand Point, NY.
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June 25, 2022
Visually-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.
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June 25, 2022
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June 25, 2022
Learn 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.
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June 25, 2022
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June 25, 2022
Our 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.
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June 25, 2022
It’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!
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June 25, 2022
Who’s got spirit? We do! Let’s get fired up for the 2022 ACB Conference and Convention. Join ACB Next Generation and ACB Students for our Convention Pep Rally. Enjoy meeting new friends, fun icebreakers, and learn about all our amazing events, as well as important information you will need to make your convention experience, whether virtual or in person, a great one. Bring your favorite snacks and get ready to root for ACB 2022. We can’t wait to cheer with you!
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June 25, 2022
Effortless 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.
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June 25, 2022
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June 25, 2022
In its inaugural year, the Audio Description Awards Gala will be honoring significant achievements that paved the way for creating the Audio Description standard as well as recognizing the best of television, streaming, and the film industry’s commitment to accessible media for blind and low vision audiences in the form of audio description.
This year’s honorees have been carefully selected by a diverse group of leaders from the audio description panel who have identified recipients as both audio description content leaders and media industry game changers! The award recipients will receive the newly created ACB Barry Award, in recognition as the best of the best in the field of audio description.
Come celebrate the achievements of these award recipients with our special guests, including Jason Momoa, Thomas Reid, and featuring Charlie Cox, Nesta Cooper, Christian Camargo, and many more!
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June 25, 2022
Share stories about your local Lions Club activities. Bring your favorite chips, sandwiches and beverages and have a good time with Lions across the country. All Lions, friends of Lions, and anyone interested in becoming a Lion welcome.