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Visibilities 20210226 Re-Nesting.

February 28, 2021
Re-nesting is the topic for discussion on this weeks VISAbilities. Now that it looks like Covid might be nearing an end, wouldn’t it be nice to find somewhere other than the dining room table for your office? There are lots of little spaces, and some not so little, that can be used for more than the original intent. For example, a guestroom could easily double as a home office. An alcove can make a perfect place for a comfortable chair in which to listen to audible books. You get the picture. Come join us with your ideas.

Visibilaties 20210219 Baby Boomer Trivia Plus MASH.

February 28, 2021

Boomers Are Back: Baby Boomers Trivia is Back with some MASH added in for good measure! Grab some fellow baby boomer friends and create a team. Or just join us, and we will put you on a team. Let's just have fun!

How ACB can Still get Our Advocacy Message out in a Virtual World. 20210216.

February 17, 2021
How ACB Can Still Get Our Advocacy Message Out in a Virtual World:
Unlike previous ACB DC Leadership Conferences, we won't be walking the halls of Congress with our canes and guide dogs. However, it's just as important to get our advocacy message out. And, we can involve more of our ACB members in that process. Join Clark Rachfal, Dan Spoone and Ray Campbell for a discussion of how to set up your legislative appointments virtually.

Apple Presentation. 20210205 Surround Your Home With Sound. The Home Pod Mini.

February 13, 2021
Apple Presentation – Surround Your Home With Sound:

Apple’s HomePod Mini has been available for two months now, but how does it stack up against the competition? Join certified Apple Teacher Matt Vollbrecht and his TTJ Team, as they discuss and describe all the various features of this awesome Apple smart speaker, as well as explaining how to set it up, control it, and use it.

Sponsored by The Tech Juggernaut http://www.ttjtech.net

Apple Presentation - Mail Call - Feb 12, 2021

February 13, 2021

The Apple Mail app, which lets you send and receive email, is probably one of the most popular apps on your Apple device. But is it so common that we’ve missed out on all it has to offer? Join Apple Teacher Matt Vollbrecht and the TTJ Team to learn the basics - and beyond. Review how to read and reply to email with Voiceover, but then also learn how to format text, add photos and attachments, scan documents directly into email messages, how to organize email into mailboxes, and much more. Even hear a review of proper email etiquette.

Sponsored by The Tech Juggernaut

Mediterranean Recipe Swap - Feb 10, 2021

February 13, 2021
Come join us in feeling "o-live" with our latest international cuisine recipe swap! We are going Mediterranean! Doesn't have to be all Greek to us, any Mediterranean recipe yogurt will be welcome!

Taking Care of Our Mental Health - Setting Healthy Boundaries - Feb 10, 2021

February 13, 2021

Do you have difficulty saying "no"? Do you find yourself in situations that feel uncomfortable? Do you know what your boundaries really are? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns which feel unhealthy? Learn what boundaries are and how to set them in our call. 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.

Technology Learning Lab - Feb 4, 2021

February 13, 2021
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.

What to Do When Your PC stops talking. 20210212

February 13, 2021
What to Do When Your PC stops talking:

You are alone at home and your Windows PC isn't talking! Deborah Armstrong, an experienced tech and screen reader user will help you prepare for that possible catastrophe and also show you ways to troubleshoot the problem when you appear to not have any speech.