Each month, we untangle your most vexing transportation challenges, and this month’s conversation was an exciting one for any blind/low vision parent or guardian of children who need to be dropped off or noticed your way to or from work or somewhere else. Mike Greenwood is the Chief Operating Officer for Access Services in Los Angeles, CA, and late last year, Access Services launched a pilot program which allows parents with disabilities to make interim childcare stops while using paratransit as well as a limited number of same-day trips in the event of an urgent childcare need. Mike joined us to discuss the program currently operating in L.A., which could serve as an example for other paratransit systems to adopt in the future. Sponsored by Accessible Avenue

Michael and Marty answered your iPhone, Android, and tablet-related questions. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

Do you know the muffin man, the muffin man, the muffin man, who lives on community lane? Even if you don’t know the muffin man, listeners came to our recipe swap and shared their favorite muffin recipe.

Listeners discussed ways of working for people who need not to be tied down to a schedule or in-person working. Energy, stamina, and health issues were also addressed. Listeners Brought their questions.

Every Spring, ACB and its affiliates get excited about one of the biggest fundraisers of the year, the Brenda Dillon Memorial Walk. Who is Brenda Dillon? What did she do for ACB? How did she be effective in our organization? Why is the annual ACB Walk named after her? Listeners joined ACB Next Generation and the ACB Walk Committee to learn more about Brenda Dillon; her contributions to ACB; and the ACB Walk. Listeners shared their fond memories and funny stories of Brenda. Our ACB Next Generation leadership and members are always eager to learn more about ACB history.

Listeners were among the first to find out what to expect at this year’s ACB’s 61st National Convention and CCLVI’s 44th Annual Conference. Janet Dickelman, ACB National Convention Coordinator, joined us with lots of details about our first hybrid convention and all it has to offer. Terry Pacheco also added some of the highlights that listeners can look forward to in CCLVI. Sponsored by Council of Citizens with Low Vision International

Something’s brewing! There are many ways to brew quality coffee in your own home. Cold brew, drip, pour-over, French press, Turkish, and more. Listeners compared and evaluated the notes of coffee to that of evaluating fine wines and craft beers. Class notes are available here.

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.

Jewel discussed an area of independent living. This week, we discussed eating and drinking techniques for the blind and low vision, including when there are other disabilities involved. Listeners came with their tips and recommendations! Contact Jewel via email.

Making tofu scramble with hash browns. Items needed: • 1 tablespoon butter or butter substitute • 1 200g carton silken tofu • 2 teaspoons salt • 2 teaspoons pepper • 2 teaspoons seasonings of your choice (such as garlic powder, chives, onion powder, etc.) • Potatoes • Oil • two pans • cutting board • paring knife • measuring spoons

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