Author: Lisamaria Martinez

LightHouse News

New Play ‘Sticky Time’ is a Multimedia Experience. Audio-described Performance Offered Nov. 2.

Friend of the LightHouse Marilee Talkington, a visually impaired playwright and director, presents her latest production in San Francisco called “Sticky Time” starting October 27. Written and directed by Talkington, the show features 360-degree sound, set and video design. Audience members will sit on swiveling chairs in the middle of the theater, traveling with the … Continue reading New Play ‘Sticky Time’ is a Multimedia Experience. Audio-described Performance Offered Nov. 2. →

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Alameda Paratransit Shuttle

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The City of Alameda Paratransit Shuttle service provides a free way for seniors (55 years and older) and individuals with disabilities to access major destinations around the city of Alameda. The shuttle operates from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Shuttle Routes: Tuesdays – West Loop (between Alameda Point, Webster Street, … Continue reading Alameda Paratransit Shuttle →

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Open House: SF Library for the Blind and Print Disabled

  When: Thursday, November 3, 2011, 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. Where: The Library for the Blind and Print Disabled at the San Francisco Main Library at 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco What: 1. Meet the new librarian, Jane Glasby. 2. Learn about the free federal “talking book” program of the National Library Service and how … Continue reading Open House: SF Library for the Blind and Print Disabled →

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Jobsite Conversation Series to Visit Sacramento Society for the Blind. RSVP by Oct. 18 to Attend.

Each week the LightHouse is coordinating a group of individuals to meet with their employed counterparts working for the Bay Area’s leading businesses and institutions. Our next jobsite excursion will take place on Wednesday, October 19th. We will be visiting Joseph Hamilton, Access News Coordinator at Sacramento Society for the Blind. Joseph was born blind due … Continue reading Jobsite Conversation Series to Visit Sacramento Society for the Blind. RSVP by Oct. 18 to Attend. →

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LightHouse Begins East Bay Support Group

Join LightHouse for the Blind’s new East Bay Peer Support Group for individuals who are moving forward in their lives with changing vision. Topics will emerge organically from the individuals in attendance. Support others while getting support Share your strategies and achievements Set goals for your future When: The second Saturday of the month, beginning … Continue reading LightHouse Begins East Bay Support Group →

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Calling All Blind Airline Travelers

Have you ever needed to ask for assistance at an airport? What did you think about the assistance you received? The LightHouse wants to know. Join us for a focus group where you can tell us about your domestic travel experiences. When: Tuesday, November 1, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. Where: LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters Light refreshments will … Continue reading Calling All Blind Airline Travelers →

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‘Giggle Rather Than Stress’ at the LightHouse on Oct. 15

Come to the LightHouse on Saturday, October 15 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. for this month’s yoga workshop, “Giggle Rather Than Stress.” Find out how to release rather than resist, to breathe rather than struggle and to be rather than do with instructor Nancy Yates. The workshop takes place at our San Francisco office at … Continue reading ‘Giggle Rather Than Stress’ at the LightHouse on Oct. 15 →

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Sign Up by Oct. 11 for Jobsite Series Visit to Guide Dogs

Each week the LightHouse is coordinating a group of individuals to meet with their employed counterparts working for the Bay Area’s leading businesses and institutions. Our next jobsite excursion will take place on Wednesday, October 12th. We will be visiting Theresa Duncan, the Alumni Association Director at Guide Dogs for the Blind. Theresa has been legally … Continue reading Sign Up by Oct. 11 for Jobsite Series Visit to Guide Dogs →

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Join Us for ‘Sound Letters to San Francisco’

The LightHouse is collaborating on a series of activities for the Adult Recreation Program with Siobhán Clancy, artist-in-residence with the National Council for the Blind of Ireland. Activities will take place on October 10, 17 and 24 (Mondays) at the LightHouse, and the public is welcome to attend. Titled “Sound Letters to San Francisco,” the … Continue reading Join Us for ‘Sound Letters to San Francisco’ →