20240708 1300 Brick by Brick-Learning Through Lego Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder Legos aren't just a toy. They can teach blind people to be better rock climbers, how to write music, and how to read in braille. Not only that, but blind people can now build Lego sets on their own using text-based instructions from Bricks For the Blind. Participants joined Matthew Shifrin, founder of Bricks For the Blind, and explored how Lego can help you to be a better teacher and learn more about the world around you. And there were free Lego sets! Presenter: Matthew Shifrin, Founder, Bricks for the Blind, Boston, MA Co-sponsored by: AABT, ACBF and FIA Edited By: Darcy Burnard

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20240707 1430 This Old House Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Do you have a to-do list full of home repairs? Does your house need an upgrade? Attendees came to CCLVI's This Old House program to get tips on how to fix the little things that won't hurt your wallet, but make you feel better about your home. Edited By: Michael Babcock

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20240706 1300 Meet Lions from the Knights of the Blind in Washington State Originally Broadcasted July 6, 2024, on ACB Media 2 Meet Lions from the Knights of the Blind in Washington State as they explained how they teach third graders about blindness through activities and use of the book "Grandpa's White Cane". Active Lions, former Lions, and anyone interested in learning more about becoming a Lion was welcome. Edited By: Janet Ingber

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20240628 1530 Focus Your Muse with MuseScore Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2 Attendees discovered how MuseScore empowers individuals who are blind or have low vision to independently create music scores. Through live demonstrations, attendees will learn to navigate this free and open-source music notation application using keyboard shortcuts and receive guidance on creating digital and hard copy print and braille music scores. Edited By: Michael Babcock

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20240628 1100 Choosing a Braille Device Trainer Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 3 This session explored how you can find a trainer of interest. It offers a practical outline of steps you can take to see just how effective your trainer is likely to be. Edited By: Regina Marie Brink

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20240627 0930 Jacksonville Historical Presentation Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 2 Edited by: Brian McCallen

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20220706 The History and Current Role of Fraternal Benefit Societies Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media This session featured representatives of a major Omaha-based fraternal benefit society, explaining the historical and contemporary importance of these organizations. Edited By:  John Gassman

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20220706 ACBRA Program Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media Steve Dresser (WA1RTB) demonstrated an accessible interface for the NannoVNA, a low-cost microprocessor-based device for analyzing antenna performance. Edited By: Brian McCallen

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20220706 It Takes a Village - Working Together to Prepare Students in Transition Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media There are a lot of expectations for schools to provide all the essential academic skills to prepare for life beyond secondary education. There is often not enough funding to meet all the need. We know that technology is an integral part of our daily life. Nancy Flearl from the Nebraska Foundation for Visually Impaired Children shared how a simple non-profit is working in partnership with school districts and Vocational Rehabilitation to support students in transition. Edited By: Brian McCallen

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20220705 Choosing Where to Live as You Age. Downsizing Part 2 Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media This session focused on how to choose what's right for us. A conversation with a panel of ACB members who made a variety of choices about where to live as they grew older. Co-sponsored by: AAVL and ACB Women.

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