Join the fun at 7:00 Eastern time tonight. March 18 VISAbilities St. Patrick’s Weekend Continues The Irish-American History and Traditions Why did this holiday take root and spread around the world?  Why do we all sing “Irish songs” that were written here, not in Ireland?  What are your memories of celebrations “back in the day” with your parents and grandparents?  Last night, on Table Talk Thursday, CCLVI touched on some of these  topics.  We will be digging a little deeper tonight.

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Early Signs of Dementia with Dr. Paul Raia

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Remembering the women who helped build the foundation on which ACBB stands today. Join Terry as she welcomes Lori Scharff, co-chair ACB Women’s Committee, and Pam Shaw, former ACB Vice President, as we recall many of the contributions of 25 very special leaders and friends, and what we have all learned from them. Please note that the second part of this tribute will be held March 25, when we celebrate 25 of the women who have carried on the work of tonight’s honorees. Time permitting, we will also hear an update from CCLVI’s president, Patti Cox, to tell us how that organization is building on its foundation.

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VISAbilities – Seniors Leading the Way:

Just because we’re old doesn’t mean we’re done! Join Terry as she welcomes the Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss back to share a myriad of updates this dynamic ACB affiliate has achieved over the last two years. Not even a pandemic can slow us down! All are welcome to this great time to listen, learn, and join AAVL’s growing organization. Twenty-one months ago, in May of 2020, AAVL President, Jeff Thom, was the first guest on VISAbilities. It will be great to have him and other members back!

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VISAbilities – A Virtual Tour:

As we approach President’s weekend, we take time to reflect on achievements and advances in our lives and how we have gotten to where we are now. This holds true not just as a country but also through our culture, educational opportunities, and literacy. For many of us, braille literacy has been the key that opened our lives and minds to the world in which we are an integral part. Terry welcomes one of the world’s foremost experts of all things braille, Dr. Judy Dixon. Judy has a collection of at least 282 braille slates and devices from around the globe. Join for a virtual tour of this incredible collection. Visit Judy's Website.

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Terry welcomes long-time Capitol Hill climber and experienced advocate, Debbie Grubb. Her clear and effective strategies for how to find the right person in our Congressional offices; templates for the communications; and persistence are all on the menu. Debbie will share the techniques she has used that have made Florida such a powerhouse on the hill.

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Join Terry as she welcomes Janet Dickelman from the ACB Awards Committee and three prior awards recipients as we delve into the history of these esteemed awards. Who were the people these awards honor? People such as James Olson, Margarine G. Beaman, Robert S. Bray, Durward McDaniel, and others, who achieved national recognition for their contributions in both the blindness and low vision and global communities. Learn how you can nominate someone you believe deserving of such recognition. What are the criteria and deadlines? Get these and other questions answered.

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Terry welcomes two dynamic Life Coaches, both of whom really “get it” in our community. ACB members extraordinaire, Pam Shaw and Gabriel Lopez Kafati, will explain the advantages and positive attitude changes that we can make in our lives. Everyone is invited to join this fun and informative session.

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Join me this evening at 7:00 Eastern as I welcome two women who are long-time members of ACB and continue to give of themselves to our communities – Annie Chiappetta and Sue Crawford.  Both of these dynamic ladies have lead diverse and fascinating lives while experiencing vision loss.  As they share their attitudes and philosophies, I know we will all learn from them while hearing a few funny stories.  They’ve done it all; from author to advocacy!

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Terry welcomes Christine Chaikin for a lively learning session for everyone who uses a computer, whether with or without magnification or screen readers. There are so many keystrokes that make keyboarding faster and less challenging. Please come and share your ideas so we can all learn from one another.

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