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Taking Care of Our Mental Health - Emotional Blackmail - Feb 17, 2021

March 6, 2021

Do you feel like people are constantly trying to make you feel guilty? Do you feel you are being manipulated? You want out of this loop but, how? Come learn about emotional manipulation (blackmail) and how to survive intact. 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.

It's Electric - Feb 17, 2021

March 6, 2021
Connect with us for current info about those small kitchen appliances we love so much: Instant Pots, air fryers, slow cookers, and more! Let's share our favorite appliances, tips, resources and recipes!

It's a Dog's World - Feb 17, 2021

March 6, 2021

Have you ever wondered what it is like to travel to another country with a guide dog? Or better yet, have you ever wondered what the dogs were thinking as they traversed new frontiers with their handlers? Well now is your chance to come find out. Join us as we hear from some very well-known ACB members along with some new faces. Looking forward to having you with us. Sponsored by ACB’s International Relations Committee

Games to Play with Lady A - Feb 16, 2021

March 6, 2021
If you enjoy playing games as much as Lucy, you will want to join her for a discussion of what games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. We will discuss new games every time, and feel free to bring games of your own to the discussion.

Fund Raising Made Easy for Our Affiliates - Feb 16, 2021

March 6, 2021
Do you want to help your affiliate and ACB without Really Trying? Let’s talk about raising funds for your affiliate and ACB in 2021. Come and meet members of the ACB Monthly Monetary Support team and learn how easy fundraising can be.

Braille Buzz - Feb 17, 2021

March 6, 2021
Join Paul Edwards and Judy Dixon as we learn about Judy’s extensive slate collection and discuss the adopted changes to the rules of UEB and concerns about Braille in the United States and other countries. There will be time for questions and comments.

Out of Sight Adventures - Washington, D.C. - Feb 15, 2021

March 6, 2021

Our nation's capital is a city filled with history, culture, and great food! Join us as we journey through the city, visit the historic sites, talk about some fun facts, & let us tell you where you can get great grub! Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Out-of-Sight-Adventures-242937676629900/

Essential Health and Wellness - Keeping a Clean House - Feb 15, 2021

March 6, 2021

Join Hayley as she continues teaching about how to incorporate essential oils into your wellness journey. Today she’ll be talking to you about how to get dangerous toxins out of your home, by replacing them with clean, nontoxic, and amazing scented cleaning products that you can make at home with just a few items. 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.

Saint Lucy Guide - Feb 14, 2021

March 6, 2021
This is an open discussion on Christian theology and how it pertains to disabilities. Today We welcome three private religious libraries for the blind: The JBI, a Jewish library based in New York City, Lutheran library for the Blind based in Jacksonville Florida, and Xavier Society of the blind Library's catholic organization and library based in New York city.

Let's Talk Finance - Feb 13, 2021

March 6, 2021

Let’s talk Finance All of us face the “f” and “M” and “c” words. Yes, finance, money, and credit. In this zoom meeting, let’s share our knowledge and wisdom on these subjects. This week we are going to be joined by Lane Waters from ACB. He will be sharing on different types of investment accounts.