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20201209 - It's Electric.

December 15, 2020

It’s Electric:

Join us to talk about these small kitchen appliances that are so helpful! Are you giving or hoping to receive an Instant Pot, air fryer or other small appliance? Which ones are accessible? How do you learn to use them? Where do you get recipes? Let's learn from each other to get the most out of these small, kitchen electrics!

20201209 - Health Checkup - Air and Cruise Ship Travel.

December 15, 2020

HEALTH Check-Up – :

You're on a flight and get chest pains. This is one mile high club you don't want to join. Or you're thousands of miles from land in the middle of the Pacific and eat some bad seafood. Find out how medical emergencies are handled on airplanes and cruise ships. Home, Emergency, Attitude, Lifestyle, Tools, Health - Giving you the resources to be prepared and ready in all situations! Questions or concerns? Email us at [email protected].

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group nor will it be facilitated by a health care professional and does not purport to provide mental health services.

20201208 - Taking Care of Our Mental Health - Coping with Judgemental People.

December 15, 2020

Taking Care of Our Mental Health – How to Deal with the Critics in Our life:

We have all met people who seem to be judgmental. Perhaps we are too judgmental ourselves. Learn about this behavior in others, identifying it in ourselves. You will learn how to change being judgmental in yourself, and cope with it effectively from others. Join Jessie L. Rayl, Ed.D. for this psychoeducational presentation to learn and share.

Disclaimer: The purpose of this group is for peer support only. It is not a therapy group nor will it be facilitated by a health care professional serving in a professional capacity and does not purport to provide mental health services.

20201208 - Spectrum News.

December 15, 2020

The Spectrum News App with Spectrum:

Staying informed on news updates is more important than ever. Spectrum has recently launched the Spectrum News app, the company’s 4th “born accessible” product. The app connects you to local news from around the country and provides weather, customizable news and closure alerts. Join Petr Kucheryavyy from Spectrum’s Accessibility team and learn all about the new Spectrum News app and how you can benefit from the latest addition to their accessible products.

20201207 - Regency Winter.

December 15, 2020

A Regency Winter:

Our eighteenth-century book club continues, with a twist. Throughout December we’re reading a book set in 1818, but written in 1965: Frederica, by Georgette Heyer. This story of love and social ambition combines humor, romance, and meticulous historical detail. In our first meeting, we’ll be discussing chapters 1-7. Dr. Tabitha Kenlon, a former professor of English, will moderate the conversation. The book is available for free on NLS and Bookshare.

20201207 - Out of Sight Adventures.

December 15, 2020

Out of Sight Adventures:

Join the Out of Sight crew as we explore one of the world's top tourist destinations! Although it is known for it's world class theme parks, there is much more in our backyard, and we want to take you to our favorite places!

Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Out-of-Sight-Adventures-242937676629900/

20201206 - ACB Families - Holiday Shopping.

December 15, 2020

Holiday Gift Ideas from ACB Families:

Explore unusual gifts with Laura Legendary from Elegant Insights Braille Creations; have an ACB Christmas with items from the Mini Mall. Plus, join in the fun as ACB Families awards $200 in gift cards to lucky members who have joined during our fall membership drive.

Sponsored by ACB Families!

20201204 - It's Play Time.

December 15, 2020

It’s Play Time:

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

20201204 - Apple Device Holiday Buying Guide.

December 15, 2020

Apple Presentation – Holiday Gift Guide Discussion:

It’s that time of year once again - the start of the Christmas shopping season. There are deals from just about every store you can think of. And while Black Friday and holiday shopping may look slightly different this year, it’s still one of the best times of the year to get all those gadgets you’ve been wanting. Join Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Team as they share with you their favorite products heading into the 2020 holiday shopping season. They’ll talk about their personal recommendations, what to buy that special someone, and much more. And hey, don’t rule out the possibility of a Christmas Surprise.

20201204 - ACB Radio Round Table - So You Want to be a Streamer - Part 1.

December 15, 2020

ACB Radio Round Table – So You Want To Be A Streamer:

So many questions! So little time to answer! Do you want to help us with Community calls or have a show in mind and just want to know what technical options are out there? What to hook up to which? :-) Covering this from Windows and the Mac.