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20201211 - Apple Presentation.

December 15, 2020

Apple Presentation – Holly Jolly Tech Day, Part 1- Apps and Media:

As we enter into the Christmas season, join Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ team as they share a countdown of their favorite apps, books, and movies for Christmas, all available on your Apple devices. Could there be another Christmas surprise?

20201211 - ACB Radio Round Table - So You Want to be a Streamer - Part 2.

December 15, 2020

ACB Radio Round Table:

We're talking ACB Radio, podcasts, more of what we're doing and how you can participate with us!

20201210 - Technology Learning Lab.

December 15, 2020

Technology Learning Lab:

Come to learn about and discuss various technology topics. These could include learning about iPhone and iPad apps, feature demonstrations, as well as answering questions asked by participants. Shawn Thiel from ACB of Ohio will do his best to ensure that audio from the iOS device, computer, Victor Reader stream, Etc. is put through his mixer to be as clear as possible.

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!