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20220202 Advance Your Education with an ACB Scholarship

Originally Aired February 2, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 28, 2022

The 2022 ACB Scholarship application deadline of February 14th was wo weeks away when this presentation occurred. Whether you have submitted your application already; have one in process; or are on the fence about doing so; listeners joined the ACB Scholarship Committee for an overview of the application process and what to expect. Listeners heard from and engaged with previous scholarship recipients and got their questions answered. Sponsored by ACB Scholarship Committee

20220208 Accessible Journaling

Originally Aired February 8, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 28, 2022

How to be effective and why bother. Sponsored by Hull Foundation and Learning Center

20220208 Affordable Connectivity Program

Originally Aired February 8, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 27, 2022

CCLVI and VISAbilities presented a presentation from the FCC geared towards people who have little or no internet access due to limited income. If someone you know is eligible for government programs such as SSI, SNAP, WIC, etc., listeners were encouraged to learn about this program. This new program is replacing the Emergency Broadband Benefit that expired recently. There was time for questions. Sponsored by Council of Citizens with Low Vision International and VISAbilities

20220208 ACB History Book Discussion

Originally Aired February 8, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 27, 2022

We discussed chapter 25 in the book, The Unseen Minority: A Social History of Blindness in the United States, by Frances A. Koestler, copyright 1976 and 2004 by the American Foundation for the Blind. The 1976 edition is available in BARD, and the 2004 edition is available on Bookshare. Listeners joined us and were a part of our lively discussion.

20220206 In the Kitchen with Courtney and Kerry

Originally Aired February 6, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 27, 2022

Making southwestern eggrolls with optional avocado ranch dip. Items needed: • 8 oz. chicken breast, cooked and shredded • 1 tbsp. oil • 1/4 cup red bell peppers minced • 1/4 cup minced green onions • 1/2 cup frozen corn • 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained • 1/4 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained • 2 tsp pickled jalapeno peppers, chopped • 1 tsp taco seasoning • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or cheese of your choice • 8 7-inch flour tortillas • oil for frying • parchment paper lined sheet pan or air fryer

Avocado Ranch Ingredients: • 1/4 cup smashed fresh avocados (about half of an avocado) • 1 package ranch dressing mix • 1/2 cup buttermilk • 1/2 cup mayonnaise 

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20220205 Basic iPhone Class

Originally Aired February 5, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 27, 2022

Whether you're new to the iPhone or have used one for years, Listeners joined with their questions or problems. We will try to help you use your phone more effectively and efficiently.

20220225 - VISAbilities - AAVL, and Seniors Leading the Way - 1900.mp3

February 26, 2022
Just because we’re old doesn’t mean we’re done! Join Terry as she welcomes the Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss back to share a myriad of updates this dynamic ACB affiliate has achieved over the last two years. Not even a pandemic can slow us down! All are welcome to this great time to listen, learn, and join AAVL’s growing organization. Twenty-one months ago, in May of 2020, AAVL President, Jeff Thom, was the first guest on VISAbilities. It will be great to have him and other members back!
Sponsored by Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss and VISAbilities

20220202 It’s Electric:

Originally Aired February 2, 2022, on ACB Media 5

February 20, 2022

Listeners talked about the small kitchen appliances we love so much: Instant Pots air fryers slow cookers and more Listeners shared their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.