30. LIGHTHOUSE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
October through December 2011
ONGOING
Wellness and Enrichment Program hotline: 415-694-7325
Evening and Weekend Program hotline: 415-694-7335
Open Tech Lab
Tuesdays: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
10 Reasons to Learn Basic Braille (Adults 55 and older)
A free program, by appointment. Contact: Divina Fontanilla at 415-694-7367, [email protected]
October-December 2011 LightHouse Calendar
Please note: LightHouse offices are closed November 24 & 25 (Thanksgiving) and December 26-30 (Christmas)
Changing Vision, Changing Your Life - Growing into Your New Reality
Are you experiencing further changes in your vision? If you have previously or recently participated in classes and training at the LightHouse, you are already aware that if you do nothing about it, diminished vision can impact how you define your self-image; your relationships with family, friends and community; and the manner in which you live and manage your daily life. LightHouse Social Worker Linda Porelle will facilitate topical discussions over a six-week period that will continue the process of exploring and defining the impact of changing vision on your life, address new challenges that may be occurring, and develop some additional choices for creating change and continuing to live as independently as you want.
Fee: $247.50 for six 1.5-hour classes. No charge for persons 55 years and older.
Contact: Linda Porelle, 415-694-7315, for upcoming dates in October 2011.
On the Move! - Peer Support Group
Blind and visually impaired adults support each other in moving toward goals, realizing dreams and being themselves. Maximum 10 participants for this free class.
October 1, November 5 & December 3: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected]
Wellness-Exercise Class
Active blind adults stretch, breathe and do light body movement in a group setting.
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.
November 7, 14, 21 & 28: 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.
December 5, 12 & 19: 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Cultural Enrichment Class
Weekly class features a variety of activities, including guest speakers, musical performances, theatrical reenactments, occasional peer cooking offerings and off-site cultural field trips.
October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
November 7, 14, 21 & 28: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
December 5, 12 & 19: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Changing Vision, Changing Your Life - Skills and Strategies
If you are new to low vision or blindness, this class will set you on a path toward relearning day-to-day skills in a new way. Our highly trained staff will introduce you to the best ways to tackle the mass of print materials that come your way. They will teach you organizational and home management skills; best ways to shop and prepare food; and how to travel safely with grace and confidence. This class will also provide an opportunity for you to meet and discuss current issues with past students and LightHouse staff who are blind or have low vision. Take the first steps forward on your personal journey with the LightHouse and make the commitment to join us.
Fees: $600 for eight 3-hour classes in SF, plus $30 materials fee
$687.50 for 10 2.5-hour classes in San Rafael, plus $30 materials fee
No charge for persons 55 years and older, except for materials fee.
�First Offering San Francisco: October 4-28
(Tuesdays & Fridays) 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
�Second Offering San Rafael: October 6-December 15
(Thursdays) 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
�Third Offering San Francisco: November 2-30
(Mondays & Wednesdays) 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
�Fourth Offering San Francisco: December 2-19
(Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays) 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Contact Linda Porelle, 415-694-7315, [email protected]
Community Gardening Class
Learn about organic gardening techniques through lectures and hands-on work. Held in Golden Gate Park and offered in conjunction with the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department.
October 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27: 10:00 a.m. to Noon
November 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 & 29: 10:00 a.m. to Noon
December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 27 & 29: 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Contact: Ben Oude Kamphuis, Project Insight, 415-519-1659 to register for this free class.
Midday Yoga
Basic breathing exercises, stretching motions and relaxation techniques are combined to give participants a systematic means of reducing stress and tension.
October 5, 12, 19 & 26: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
December 7, 14 & 21: 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Communication Through Enrichment - City College of San Francisco class
General discussion on current affairs and trends.
October 5, 12, 19 & 26: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
December 7, 14 & 21: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Art Fusion
Art class for active blind adults features hands-on instruction in a variety of crafts.
October 5, 12, 19 & 26: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
December 7, 14 & 21: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Gk Callahan, 415-694-7335, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Active Blind Adult Town Hall Meeting
Monthly forum for active blind adults to plan and discuss future activities and excursions.
October 5, November 2 & December 7: 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
Can You Hear Me Now? Technology Seminar
Join the LightHouse for the next technology seminar and learn about cell phones that are accessible for the blind and visually impaired.
October 6: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
RSVP to 415-694-7326 or [email protected]. Conference call and live stream instructions will be provided with RSVP. Please see article, above.
Weekly Evening Yoga Class
This invigorating class is for people of all ages and levels of experience. Stretch your stress away every Thursday evening with our fabulous instructor Nancy Yates.
October 6, 13, 20 & 27: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
November 3, 10 & 17: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
December 1, 8 & 15: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Building Meaningful Relationships Workshop
Adults 18 and older are invited to attend this new LightHouse workshop series. The first class, "Flirting While Blind," focuses on making acquaintances and flirting as a visually impaired person.
October 8: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
RSVP by October 2nd to Brandon Young at 415-694-7372 or [email protected]. Please see article, above.
Peer Discussion Group
The LightHouse Peer Discussion Group is general in focus and addresses day-to-day living strategies, the sharing of resources and support.
October 8 & 22: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
November 12: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
December 10: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected]
Mindfulness, Movement and Meditation
Instructor Greg Lewis leads an hour focused on mindful sensations of taste, breath and body. A great opportunity to slow down and recalibrate mind, body and soul. Suggested donation of $5.
October 10 & 24: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
November 8 & 22: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
December 13: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Friday Night Live!
Come to the LightHouse for an evening of games, bingo, socializing, music, dance and more. Dinner: $7.
October 14 & December 16: 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
Saturday Yoga Workshop
An extension of our weekly class, this regenerative workshop includes prolonged stretching, breathing and relaxing. All ages and experience levels welcome.
October 15, November 19 & December 17: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Focus Group on DVD Rental Machines
Be part of the focus group that will explore the accessibility of DVD rental machines. October 18: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Contact: RSVP to Beth Berenson, [email protected] or 415-694-7322. Please see article, above.
Francis Neer Forum
Community seminar, lecture-based discussions on topics like eye health, healthy living and advancements in adaptive technologies. No reservations required.
October 22: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372 or [email protected]
Victor Reader Stream 101
Have you ever wanted to play a Library of Congress talking book on a pocket-sized player? Or read Word documents while on the go? Then this 2-week class is for you! The Victor Reader Stream provides access to written word and audio files. Individual training is available at $80/hour (2-hour minimum). The class listed below is for adults (6 maximum) who own a Victor Reader Stream.
Fee: $300 for six 5-hour classes.
San Francisco: October 24-November 4
(Monday, Wednesday, Friday) 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Contact Linda Porelle, 415-694-7315, [email protected]
Diabetic Peer Group
Discussions will center on health management, nutrition and peer-to-peer conversations about best practices when managing diabetes.
October 26 & November 23: 2:00 to 2:45 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected] to register for this free class.
Halloween Dinner and Dance
Dine and boogie with us at this annual LightHouse event. Dinner: $7.
October 28: 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
Ask the Lawyer
Jay B. Koslofsky, Attorney at Law will be at the LightHouse to discuss your employment rights and take general questions from the audience.
October 29: 10:00 a.m. to noon
Contact: Brandon Young, 415-694-7372, [email protected].
Please see article, above.
Reno Trip
Try your luck at games of chance during our overnight visit to Reno. $65 per person covers room, bus ride and some match play. Seats are limited.
November 3-4
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
Changing Vision, Changing Your Life - Cooking Basics
In this five-week class, learn techniques and practices for meal preparation, grocery shopping, kitchen safety, labeling and organization, use of kitchen tools, setting a table and cleanup.
Fees: $450 for six 3-hour classes, plus $30 materials fee. No charge for persons 55 years and older, except for materials fee.
November 3-December 15 (Thursdays): 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Contact Linda Porelle, 415-694-7315, [email protected]
Holiday Bazaar
Festive yearly event features items for sale, raffle prizes, food and entertainment. Lunch: $5.
November 16: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
Cultural Connections
Enjoyable outings aimed at active blind adults. Meet at the LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters.
Friday, December 2: Descriptive Movie Day
Contact: Molly Irish, 415-694-7320, [email protected]
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