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Singer Stevie Wonder Visits LightHouse!
Legendary singer Stevie Wonder dropped by the LightHouse for the Blind with his friend Mike May (on left). He perused Adaptations, the LightHouse’s store of useful items for the blind, met CEO Bryan Bashin (on right) and sang a few songs with our clients. |
Come to LightHouse Paralympic Viewing Party on September 7Join the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired for a Paralympic viewing party in our brand-new Accessible Video Conference Center. |
Accessible Video Conference Center Ready to LaunchFor years we've been asked by blind and sighted professionals, family members and clients if there might be a way for them to experience our seminar presentations. Now we can offer an Accessible Video Conference Center in our San Francisco headquarters. |
Join us for Free Tech Seminar “I Can’t See, but I Can Read” on September 20About to go back to school? Are you a teacher or student? Learn about the latest in reading technology at our free tech seminar. |
Save the Date! Photography Exhibition Fundraiser for the LightHouse on September 15If you’re looking for a cool thing to do in San Francisco on a Saturday night, don’t miss this event/exhibition at the ArtZone-461 Gallery at 461 Valencia Street. |
Our Latest Employment SuccessEmployment Immersion Program graduate Lisa Gorden-Cushman has just landed a job as dormitory supervisor at Orientation Center for the Blind (OCB), a residential school run by the California Department of Rehabilitation. |
Neighbors Help Build a Sustainable Future for Enchanted Hills CampIn August the Napa Valley Register profiled the recent efforts by the LightHouse to create an ongoing funding source for Enchanted Hills. The support of the Napa Community has been overwhelmingly positive. If you want to help strategize long-term funding sources for Enchanted Hills, please contact Jennifer Sachs at jsachs@lighthouse-sf.org or call her at 415-694-7333. |
The LightHouse is Proud to Announce the LightHouse Access Technology CenterThe Access Technology Center is brimming with training opportunities for anyone interested in learning Windows-based assistive technology as well as Apple products such as the iMac, MacBook, iPad and iPhone. How can we help you? |
LightHouse Receives Federal Award to Launch Deaf-Blind Telecommunications Project for the State of CaliforniaThanks to a Federal grant, the LightHouse will be giving away iPhones and other devices to eligible participants, along with free training. |
Volunteer to Work in the Fresh Air and Greenery of Enchanted Hills Camp on October 20Help us get ready for winter at Enchanted Hills! Spend a vigorous day in the outdoors while we paint, stain, clean, cut fire wood, garden, and prune trees on our beautiful camp property. |
Right on Target: Blind Archery Teacher Bo DiazWe’re grateful for volunteers like Bo who bring their unique skills to Enchanted Hills Camp each year. |
Enchanted Hills Camp Photo HighlightsOur 2012 sessions were more diverse and energetic than any in recent memory. Here is a small photo album culled from hundreds of warm summer camp memories. |
This Year’s Counselors Smooth the Way at Enchanted Hills Camp
Photo of Enchanted Hills Camp counselors and volunteers Camp Director Tony Fletcher talked about this year’s camp staff: “We had an enthusiastic and dedicated group of both seasoned counselors and new staff. They put the needs of the campers first, got along well with each other and know our community well. Talk about continuity - three are graduates of our Counselor in Training program and two have parents who were former EHC staff. We received compliments throughout the summer about our outstanding staff.” |
Enchanted Hills Camp Wish ListWe particularly need the following items for the camp.
For a list of additional items needed, go to http://bit.ly/ehcwishlist. Your donation to Enchanted Hills Camp is tax-deductible. If you are interested in donating please contact Camp Director Tony Fletcher at afletcher@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7319. |
Enchanted Hills Retreat – The Perfect Place for Your Meeting or EventWant to hold a family reunion but your house is too small and hotels are too expensive? Would your workgroup benefit from an off-site training, team building or retreat? Is your church, club or organization in need of a place to gather where you can get three bountiful meals for a day or a week? Come to the perfect place, Enchanted Hills Retreat. |
Adaptations Featured Item of the Month - Braille VoiceOver Guide for Apple’s Mountain Lion Operating System
Fingers read Braille version of the VoiceOver Guide for Apple’s Mountain Lion Operating System Are you eager to use the new Mountain Lion operating system but waiting for a Braille guide to VoiceOver? Look no further than Adaptations, the LightHouse Store and Adaptations Online to purchase your Braille copy. |
Dialogue with the DirectorLightHouse CEO Bryan Bashin wants to talk to you. Come to a community conversation about LightHouse services and opportunities for our organization. |
Give a LightHouse LegacyPlanned Giving can be good for you and good for the LightHouse! Find out more. |
Community NewsFine Art Photographer Looking for Blind SubjectsCarrie Levy is a fine art photographer based in San Francisco Bay. She is seeking volunteers for her new photography series featuring members of the blind community. |
