20220405 Abacus Made Simple
Despite having talking calculators, computers, and smartphones, some of us like to go back to the basics. Listeners joined Lucy to learn about using the abacus.
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr
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20220405 Disaster Preparedness on a Fixed Income
Listeners found out the top five things you can do to become more prepared for the next crisis. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr
20220405 Independent Living Skills
Jewel discussed an independent living skills topic. This week, she talked about organizing and cleaning the guest room. Contact Jewel via email.
Apr 05, 2022•51 min
20220405 Herbie’s Cooking Corner
Making nutloaf. Items needed: • 2 cups ground walnuts • 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs • 1 medium diced onion • 2 cups chopped mushrooms • 1/2 cup chopped parsley • 1 tsp salt • 1/2 tsp paprika • 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • eggbeaters (Egg whites, I recommend the ones in a carton) to equal 2 eggs slightly beaten • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk • mixing bowl • spoon • baking pan • oven
Apr 05, 2022•59 min
20220405 Lively Latin
Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D...
Apr 05, 2022•55 min
20220404 Harambee – Lord, Why Did You Make Me Black?
On this call, we shared our views on cultural identity based on the poem "Lord, Why Did You Make Me Black?"
Apr 04, 2022•59 min
20220403 In the Kitchen with Courtney and Kerry
Making three different, refreshing salads for your Easter get together. Macaroni salad: package elbow macaroni noodles, cooked and drained 1/2 cup diced celery 2 eggs, boiled and peeled Mayonnaise Mustard salt and pepper Pea salad: 2cans small green peas, drained & rinsed 1/4 cup diced celery 2 eggs, boiled and peeled sweet pickle relish 1/4 cup onion, diced (optional) Mayonnaise Mustard salt and pepper Feta pasta salad: 1 package Rotini pasta, cooked & drained 8 oz. Feta cheese crumbles...
Apr 03, 2022•55 min
20220402 Basic iPhone Class
Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, come listeners joined us with their questions and problems. We will try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.
Apr 02, 2022•58 min
20220401 It’s Play Time
Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Apr 01, 2022•57 min
20220401 Apple Presentation – What’s New Since We Last Talked
Listeners joined Apple Teacher, Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Instructor Team, as they discussed several recent Apple announcements including a new iPad Air and the brand-new Mac Studio. We also reviewed several recently purchased smart home products. Sponsored by TTJ Tech Services
Apr 01, 2022•1 hr 27 min
20220401 - VISAbilities - The Joys of Volunteering.
There is no better feeling than to do something that helps make life and learning better for others. Join Terry as she welcomes three special guests who are outstanding volunteers in and around their communities. Sponsored by VISAbilities
Apr 01, 2022•58 min
20220331 I Love Braille – Vileen’s Journey
Vileen Shah shared his experience with learning and using braille. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr
20220330 It’s Electric:
Listeners talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: • Instant Pots • air fryers • slow cookers • and more Listeners shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 1 min
20220330 Presuming Competence
What is presuming competence? How can you or those around you apply it as a blind or visually impaired individual in various aspects of your life? Listeners received answers to these questions and more. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 30, 2022•1 hr 2 min
20220330 Exploring A. T. Guys
Listeners learned about all the products A. T. Guys has to offer. Your one-stop shop for all your access technology needs. • Accessible power banks • foldable Bluetooth keyboards • braille displays • voice recorders • slates • and more Sponsored by A. T. Guys
Mar 30, 2022
20220329 Lively Latin
Episode Notes Lively Latin: A lively introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in Mythology will be included. Class notes can be found at: https://bit.ly/3sX3c2D...
Mar 29, 2022•56 min
20220329 The ins and Outs of Coffee Part 2
Cool beans! Where did this coffee come from? How did it get here? Listeners discussed: • Beans • Roasting • Grinding • how all this influences the final product • What is the decaffeination process like? • Coffee equipment and ethics were also discussed Class notes are available here.
Mar 29, 2022•50 min
20220329 Basics of Hand Sewing Part 2
Desiree showed listeners how to make a magic pocket that can be turned in to a bag, belt pouch, or secret pocket in your jacket. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 29, 2022•1 hr 1 min
20220329 Games to Play with Lady A
Listeners joined Lucy for a discussion of games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games are discussed every time. Listeners were encouraged to bring their own suggestions.
Mar 29, 2022•1 hr
20220329 Independent Living Skills
Jewel walked everyone through a topic related to independent living skills, room by room. This week, we talked about the hallway and learned about: • Sweeping • Mopping • hanging pictures • organizing and storing items for easy access
Mar 29, 2022•53 min
20220329 Herbie’s Cooking Corner
Making barbecue meatballs. Ingredients: • 1 cup breadcrumbs • 1/2 cup milk • 1 pound ground beef • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce • 1 tablespoon vinegar • 3 tablespoons brown sugar • 1 and 1/2 cups ketchup • 1/2 cup water • 1/2 cup chopped onion • two mixing bowls • spoon • baking pan • oven
Mar 29, 2022•1 hr 1 min
20220327 In the Kitchen with Courtney and Kerry
Making a Mandarin orange salad and tomato soup. Ingredients: • 1/2 cup sliced almonds • 3 teaspoons sugar • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce • 1/2 head Romaine lettuce • 1 cup chopped celery • 2 whole green onions, chopped • 1 can (11ounces) mandarin oranges, drained • 1/2 teaspoon salt • a dash of pepper • 1/4 cup salad oil • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or dried • 2 tablespoon sugar • 2 tablespoons vinegar • a dash of Tabasco sauce (optional) • 2 cans diced tomatoes • 2 cans chicken broth • 1 cup toma...
Mar 27, 2022•55 min
20220326 FCB Presents Accessible Pharmacy
Accessible Pharmacy Services for the Blind is a comprehensive, home-delivery pharmacy service specializing in the needs of the blind, deaf blind, and low vision community. They are the only provider of its kind and the largest blind-owned healthcare company in the United States. We were joined by the Director of Business Development for Florida, Mary Ann Grignon and, one of the co-founders of the company, Andy Burstein. Sponsored by Florida Council of the Blind
Mar 26, 2022•53 min
20220326 Things to Know About Your Echo Show
If you've got an Echo Show and don't yet know how to use it, or if you're just interested in what this device can do for you, listeners joined Lucy as she demonstrated the cool things she uses hers for.
Mar 26, 2022•58 min
20220325 - VISAbilities - A Tribute to ACB Women part 2.mp\3
**We will also be hearing from the McDaniel First timers and JP Morgan Chase Committee, time permitting. ** A Tribute to ACB Women part 2 March 25, 8:00 PM EDT **Celebrating the women who helped build the foundation on which ACBB stands today. Join Terry as she welcomes Lori Scharff (Co-chair ACB Women’s Committee) and Pam Shaw (former ACB Vice President) as we recall the many contributions 35 very special leaders and friends have made and are still making to continue building our strong grass r...
Mar 26, 2022•59 min
20220325 It’s Play Time
Meka and Cindy welcomed listeners to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min
20220324 Awards Committee Q and A
This was an opportunity for individuals to ask the awards committee any questions about how nominations work; how to submit a good nomination letter; or anything you may want to know about award submissions and previous winners. Sponsored by the ACB Awards Committee
Mar 24, 2022•56 min
20220324 Happy 2nd Birthday Recipe Swap
Happy birthday to all our recipe swappers! Listeners joined us to celebrate our 2nd birthday! Why do you enjoy coming to our call? What new recipes have you tried that you heard on our calls? Without you, we wouldn't be celebrating, so listeners came to party with us!
Mar 24, 2022•54 min
20220324 Traveling Solo as a Visually Impaired Person to Alaska with Desiree
Desiree shared her adventures and perspectives as a visually impaired person having traveled solo to Alaska for dog sledding, watching the Aurora Borealis, and more. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Mar 24, 2022•1 hr
20220324 Vispero Presentation – 2022 CSUN Recap
Eric Damery shared what Vispero did and learned at the 2022 CSUN conference. Sponsored by Vispero
Mar 24, 2022•50 min
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