Join our lively open discussion tonight as we look at revitalizing ourselves in a variety of areas.  While we may not be as physically active as we once were, are there other ways in which we can continue to be heard, to advocate, and show the world  that we are still determined to change how we are viewed by the global community.  If you have been encouraged or discouraged, let’s talk about it and see how we can all be heard.   If you feel you are being pittied by friends, family members, or others, let’s remember we are the ambassadors of our community..  Every time we step out the door, we are making an impression on others around us.  That is our opportunity to show the world just how capable we are.

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Celeste Lopes, an assistant district attorney in New York for 41 years, shares her experiences with ACB Families on February 15.  Then we learn how to use our benefits more wisely – a presentation from the February 6 Greater Louisville quarterly meeting.

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There is still time to learn more aand participate in the 2026 DC Leadership Conference and Legislative Seminar. Join Terry to learn more about this ever expanding event. Hear the schedule, legislative priorities, and how you caan participate from anywhere.  All are Welcome In!

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Join Terry as she welcomes the affiliate president and chapter presidents of an older ACB affiliate with a new look and feel. Hear some of the 48-year history and the plans for the next 48 years of Learning, Voicing, and Accessing a better life for all.

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VISAbilities - Teach Me, Teach Me Braille

April Martin, President of ACB's Blind Teachers affiliate and Dorlyn Catron, ACB Community Braille Room facilitator will the joining tonight for a lively talk about teaching and learning Braille and other courses. These topics cover all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome to share in this call.

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Visually Impaired Senior Abilities (VISAbilities) kicks off our 2026 season .

Join Terry as she welcomes Jeff Bishop, President of Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) to learn more about the classes and courses included in membership benefitsand so much more! Whether you are new to the computer world or a long-time professional in the field, there is something here for you!  Everyone is welcomee!

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In addition to an update on issues such as the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act by Claire Stanley, ACB Director of Governmental Affairs and Advocacy,

a new issue has come up in the last 2 days that potentially effects nearly every blind or low vision person in this country. From employment to health

care and everything in between. I am speaking  of what is happening at the US State Department.  Is this the tip of the iceberg in losing what we have

all worked so hard for in the last several decades?    We need to take one of the most active roles we have in several years.  This is why, in addition

to Claire, I am inviting and encouraging everyone to be with us this evening.  Patti Cox, president of CCLVI, Zelda Gebhard, Chair ACB Board of Publications,

Doug Powell and Anisio Correia from AAVL, Jeff Bishop, president of BITS, and some other outside organizations to join this discussion.  (Sorry for all

the initials, but this is a long message.) 

If you have not yet read the below article posted to ACB Conversation by Chris Bell, it is copied below.  While it may not seem so bad, it has potential

ramifications that could set the blindness and low vision community back immeasurably.  

Please show your support by joining me tonight.  Everyone is welcome!

Thank you,

Terry Pacheco

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Article

At State Dept., a Typeface Falls Victim in the War Against Woke

Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the Biden-era move to the sans serif typeface “wasteful,” casting the return to Times New Roman as part of a push

to stamp out diversity efforts.

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This evening‘s VISAbilities promises to be a lot of fun. So join us at 7 PM ET!

Test your knowledge and have some laughs with a round of fun, holiday themed trivia. Join us for a relaxed hour of friendly competition that’s perfect

for all ages and experience levels.

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450 years since that first Thanksgiving times and traditions have evolved into a very different holiday. Join Terry as we share some history. But best

of all, let's share our own memories of favorite home-town football games, parades, family gatherings, and incredible dinners. We may even share a few

recipes. And though it has been a pretty tumultuous year, let's remind one another of what we have to be thankful for tonight. So, please come share with

us.

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