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20240106 Demand Our Access

Originally Broadcasted January 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 6, 2024

20240106 Demand Our Access Originally Broadcasted January 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 We covered Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act, covering employment of people with disabilities. Sponsored by Demand Our Access

20240106 Handy Around the House

Originally Broadcasted January 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 6, 2024

20240106 Handy Around the House Originally Broadcasted January 6, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Need a few tips on installing a smoke detector, fixing an electrical outlet, dealing with that pesky squeaky door or other things around the house? This call’s for you. Participants joined me and other handy folks from around the ACB Community and we’ll share tips and tricks for tackling those DIY projects. Being able to do some basic repairs yourself saves you time and money, plus it’s a great feeling to say, I did it myself. Let’s talk about home repair each month in the community!

20240105 Its Play Time

Originally Broadcasted January 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 5, 2024

20240105 Its Play Time Originally Broadcasted January 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.

20240105 In Perspective

Originally Broadcasted January 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 5, 2024

20240105 In Perspective Originally Broadcasted January 5, 2024, on ACB Media 5 This episode featured Duncan Holmes, President of the National Church Conference of the Blind Sponsored by: Branco Events

20240104 Book Match

Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 4, 2024

20240104 Book Match Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, 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.

20240104 Vispero Presentation–An Overview of the Freedom Scientific Resources and How to Use Them

Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 4, 2024

20240104 Vispero Presentation–An Overview of the Freedom Scientific Resources and How to Use Them Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 We showed participants how to locate and access the diverse types of Freedom Scientific training resources including webinars, podcasts, videos, and more. We also cover how to find lists of keyboard commands and other helpful resources all on the Freedom Scientific Training page, plus discussed exciting training opportunities coming up in 2024. Sponsored by Vispero

20240104 I Love Braille

Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5

January 4, 2024

20240104 I Love Braille Originally Broadcasted January 4, 2024, on ACB Media 5 Deborah Kendrick, a prolific writer, editor, publisher, and winner of numerous awards spoke on World Braille Day. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Subscribe to the I Love Braille email list. Access Archives Email Vileen Shah

20240104 - Braille Matters Celebration - Braille Revival League - Hours 1 - 2.

As Originally aired on ACB Media 8.

January 4, 2024

1:00 PM: Welcome to Our Celebration

1:05 PM: Congratulatory Remarks

1:10 PM: What’s Current With Braille and What Does the Future Hold

1:25 PM: News From the Jenny Beck (Pennsylvania) BRL Chapter

1:35 PM: The Braillists Foundation; Who we Are and News From The UK

1:55 PM: Acknowledgement of Braille Revival League Life Members and Announcement of the 3rd Place Winner of our Why Braille Matters Contest

2:10 PM: Vacaville Volunteers Blind Project, Teaching incarcerated inmates the trade of Braille Transcription and Brailler Repair

2:35 PM: News From Our West Coast BRL Affiliate

2:45 PM: Clovernook Braille Printing House, The past, the present, and looking to the future

20240104 - Braille Matters Celebration - Braille Revival League - Hours 3 - 4.

As Originally aired on ACB Media 8.

January 4, 2024

3:10 PM: National Braille Press, How Various Programs Demonstrate the importance of Braille

3:35 PM: How the Sun Shines On Our BRL Florida Affiliate

3:45 PM: The Variety of Braille Formats at NLS

4:10 PM: Announcement of the 2nd Place Winner of our Why Braille Matters Contest

4:15 PM: The Importance of Braille in the Great State of Illinois

4:25 PM: Horizons for the Blind, A Variety of Braille Services

4:50 PM: The Braille Challenge, Inspiring our young people using Braille

20240104 - Braille Matters Celebration - Braille Revival League - Hours 5 - 6.

As Originally aired on ACB Media 8.

January 4, 2024

5:15 PM: Grade 3 Braille, Advanced Braille Knowledge

5:20 PM: Digital and Electronic Braille

5:30 PM: Dream Vision Group, Braille Notetakers, Embossers, etc.

5:55 PM: Braille Together, Let's have fun Using Braille

6:15 PM: What’s Exciting in the Lonestar Affiliate

6:25 PM BRL: Who We Are and What We are Doing

6:50 PM: Some Final Remarks

6:55 PM: Closing Remarks pisode Notes

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