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20260617 Read, Listen, and Learn with Bookshare (Part 1)

Originally Broadcasted June 17, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Bookshare is the world's largest accessible eBook library, with over 1.4 million titles available in audio, large text, Braille, and more. Whether you're reading for fun, school, or work, every book is customizable to fit the way you read best. Participants joined us for part one of this series to learn how to get started with Bookshare, explore the free Reader app, and find out about an exclusive offer for ACB members.

Sponsored by:

Bookshare

20260616 RS Vendor Check-in - QuickBooks and Coffee

Originally Broadcasted June 16, 2026, on ACB Media 6

Our two speakers were Adam Malmberg, Channel Business Manager, Away from Home, and Fredricks Scott from QuickBooks at Intuit. Away from Home has the number one Fair Trade and Organic coffee brand in the United States. Fredricks told more about QuickBooks which is the most used bookkeeping software used by business owners.

Sponsored by:

Randolph Sheppard Vendors of America

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20260616 A Blind View – Conventions-Then and Now

Originally Broadcasted June 16, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined Bel for a journey through the ACB National Conference and Convention, as guest speakers Michael Smitherman and Janet Dickelman, take us from the exhibit halls and printed programs of years past to the technology-rich, hybrid conventions of today. They also pulled back the curtain on what it takes to build an event of this scale,. There will be time for your questions at the end.

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20260616 Abacus Made Simple

Originally Broadcasted June 16, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Even though we have our computers and smart phones to help us with math calculations, an abacus is just fun to use! If you used an abacus before and just want a refresher, or if you have never used one, this class is fun and easy!

20260616 Herbie's Community Cooking Corner

Originally Broadcasted June 16, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined me for another cooking adventure. This time: Safety Panel part 2. Three different presenters focused primarily on how to keep safe around the stove and oven.

Herbie takes requests for future recipes or if you want to present a cooking demo.

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20260615 Sports Roundtable

Originally Broadcasted June 15, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined the Sports Spelunkers as they highlighted the wonderful, wide, and wacky world of (primarily) US team sports.

20260614 IVIE Entrepreneur Exchange – Websites

Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2026, on ACB Media 6

The speaker for this calls on "Developing the Best Website for your Business or Organization" was Jeremy Johansen from Farmer Host. He told us how to build a site or have someone do it for you and strategies for keeping it updated. Also, hear updates on the upcoming business meeting and convention sessions.

Sponsored by:

Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs

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20260614 Sunday Night Shellin'

Originally Broadcasted June 14, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants joined Diane and Cindy for a chat about the BlindShell accessible cell phone which has tactile buttons and is menu driven. The conversation is open to all whether you have a BlindShell or just want to learn more about the features of this accessible phone. We always save time for questions and a little fun.

20260613 Community Town Hall

Originally Broadcasted June 13, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Participants talked with the Community Support Committee, and we updated participants on what's been happening in the Community during the past quarter, they also had an opportunity to ask questions!

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Community Support Committee

20260612 It's Play Time

Originally Broadcasted June 12, 2026, on ACB Media 5

Meka and Cindy welcomed participants to join in for another fun Friday night filled with games and laughter.