Andrea Ogarrio, Author at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Online Survey on Emergency Communications

01/25/2013 Andrea Ogarrio

The Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center for Wireless Technologies (Wireless RERC) is asking for individuals to take its new online survey on emergency communications. The survey questions address emergency services, public alerts and warnings, and social media use during emergencies. The Wireless RERC conducted this survey once before, almost two years ago. Because technology is changing … Continue reading Online Survey on Emergency Communications →

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CANCELLED: Eschenbach Magnification Day at the LightHouse

12/05/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

Please note this event has been cancelled. Let the folks at Eschenbach show you the latest advancements in personal magnification devices. From desktop video magnifiers to monoculars to compact handheld magnifiers, we will be showcasing a wide range of products to suit your personal magnification needs. When: Thursday, December 13, 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. … Continue reading CANCELLED: Eschenbach Magnification Day at the LightHouse →

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Sing in the Season!

12/04/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

You are all invited to join us on Monday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m. as the Junior Apprentice and Apprentice Groups of the San Francisco Boys Chorus sing at the LightHouse for the Blind. This free performance will showcase many of the songs from their Winter Concert. When: Monday, December 10, 5:00 p.m. Where: LightHouse … Continue reading Sing in the Season! →

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Passing of LightHouse Teacher David Baioni

11/20/2012 Andrea Ogarrio 1 Comment

It is with great sadness that the LightHouse announces the recent passing of much loved teacher and colleague, David Baioni. David began his Rehabilitation Teaching career long before the LightHouse, and we were so glad he joined our team in September, 2000. David was a true educator, teaching with passion, patience and gusto. He was … Continue reading Passing of LightHouse Teacher David Baioni →

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Employment Opportunity: Librarian (Digital Reference) (Vacancy #: 120125)

11/19/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

NLS Operations Alert No. 12-89 DATE :November 16, 2012 TO :Network Libraries FROM :Stephen Prine, Acting Head, Reference Section SUBJECT :NLS vacancy announcement NLS has posted the following vacancy announcement for a Digital Reference Librarian position: Librarian (Digital Reference Librarian) (Vacancy #: 120125) GS-1410-09 — Library Services (National Library Service for the Blind … Continue reading Employment Opportunity: Librarian (Digital Reference) (Vacancy #: 120125) →

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Up for Bid: Seven-night luxury vacations through Inspirato

11/07/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

Our event is coming up this Friday, November 9! Enchanted Hills Post-Party Celebration Friday, November 9th 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Redd Wood at North Block Hotel 6755 Washington Street Yountville, CA 94599 We look forward to seeing you there. Before the event, we wanted to share with you one of our most exciting items … Continue reading Up for Bid: Seven-night luxury vacations through Inspirato →

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LightHouse Launches First Annual Food and Toy Drive

11/02/2012 Andrea Ogarrio 1 Comment

Please join LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters and the blind community this holiday season in helping our needy blind and sighted neighbors as we host our First Annual LightHouse Food and Toy Drive. From November 1 through December 15 we will be collecting canned and dried food goods for the San Francisco Food Bank, as well … Continue reading LightHouse Launches First Annual Food and Toy Drive →

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Employment Opportunity: Executive Assistant (Oakland/SF Bay Area, CA)

11/02/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

Subject: Executive Assistant (Oakland/SF Bay Area, CA)  Please direct your responses to: hr@matchesthatmatter.com We are a fast growing, fully funded startup focused on building meaningful relationships through working together on community projects. Our investors have success in building billion dollar portfolios and they are excited about our business model and growth projections. Our dedicated team of … Continue reading Employment Opportunity: Executive Assistant (Oakland/SF Bay Area, CA) →

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Volunteers Get Enchanted Hills Ready for Winter

11/02/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

Representatives from California Conservation Corps, Greater Napa Kiwanis Club, BJ’s Brewhouse (Concord), and LightHouse volunteers joined together to help with landscaping, painting and fire abatement projects at Enchanted Hills Camp. The hours were well spent as the volunteers worked hard with both enthusiasm and good spirit. Camp Director Tony Fletcher said, “It was a great … Continue reading Volunteers Get Enchanted Hills Ready for Winter →

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Leave a LightHouse Legacy and Join the Park Chamberlain Heritage Society

11/02/2012 Andrea Ogarrio

Through the years, the LightHouse has been fortunate to have the support of donors who give planned gifts such as a bequest, a beneficiary designation on a life insurance policy, 401(k) plan or IRA, life-income gift or other planned giving mechanisms. These donations may provide tax benefits while truly helping the LightHouse perpetuate our programs … Continue reading Leave a LightHouse Legacy and Join the Park Chamberlain Heritage Society →