Join us! The LightHouse is televising the following important programs in our new Video Conference Center at LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters. Snacks will be provided.
Presidential Debates
Have a snack and listen to what the candidates have to say.
Debates are scheduled to be televised from 6 to 7:30 and will discuss afterwards.
Please RSVP via email to rsvp@old.lighthouse-sf.org. 
On Friday, November 9th come see the screening of The Movement at the Napa Valley Film Festival. Narrated by Robert Redford and Warren Miller, the film features blind Paralympic skier and camper since 1962, Mike May and will be followed by an after-party to benefit Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind.
Mike May says, “My successes in business and even in setting the yet-to-be-unbroken speed skiing record for a totally blind person, are heavily attributable to my mother, my teachers, my mentors like Warren Miller and to the many summers spent scraping my knees and learning to dance at Enchanted Hills Camp.”
The Movement screening and party will be held in Yountville from 7 to 10:00 p.m. There will be an auction of ski trips, fine wine and other items, live music and great libations. VIP tickets are $50, regular admission is $20. To donate to the auction, get more information or attend please contact Jennifer Sachs at 415-694-7333 or jsachs@lightHouse-sf.org. 
Chuck Close,
Prosopagnosia and Pixels
Lecture by Amanda Cachia
with Rosemarie Garland-Thomson
and Anthony Tusler
de Young Museum — Koret Auditorium
Saturday, October 13
10:30 a.m., reception following
In conjunction with the exhibition Chuck Close and Crown Point Press: Prints and Processes, this talk highlights how the disabilities of Chuck Close (b. 1940) have given his work a unique edge. Since the 1960s Close has created highly detailed, “pixelated” portraits as a means to better recognize and remember faces. Disability manifests itself in his practice to the benefit of both the artist and the viewer, and provides a lens to learn about an alternative perception of the world.
This event is free of charge. To ensure availability, please make requests for accommodations before October 1.
For more information please email: rbradley@famsf.org or call 415-750-7645.
Carrie 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.
Carrie grew up in New York and attended the School of Visual Arts in New York and the Royal College of Art in London. She says, “I am interested in the collaborative portrait between a photographer and the sitter. My subjects are often depicted as both vulnerable and stoic, and at times I prefer to photograph by subjects shirtless or nude. During my career I have found that those with sight have developed a possessed response to being photographed. Therefore, as an artist I am now more interested in photographing subjects who perhaps have no common response to the lens. I am also interested in capturing the visually impaired within the context of art history, as there are not many paintings or photographs which capture the essence and beauty of the visually impaired.”
For her next series Carrie intends to highlight the reality of those who have never seen their photographic image and how they interact with the camera. She is seeking blind volunteers who would like to pose for her as part of this series. If you are interested in participating please contact Carrie at Carriejlevy@gmail.com or 415-276-5103.
Join the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired for a Paralympic viewing party in our brand-new Accessible Video Conference Center.
Where: LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters
When: Friday, September 7 from 6 until 8:00 p.m.
RSVP to Lisamaria Martinez at info@old.lighthouse-sf.org now to save your spot – and your slice of pizza!
About to go back to school? Are you a teacher or student? Learn about the latest in reading technology at our free tech seminar.
Where: LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters
When: Thursday, September 20 from 1 to 3:00 p.m.
Come to the next LightHouse Tech Seminar and learn about eBook readers and Digital Talking Book players, including Kindle, Nook, Victor Reader Stream, iBooks, NLS, Bookshare, Learning Ally, Blio and Audible.com.
Join us for this free seminar in person, via webcast, audio stream or conference call. Space is limited. Please RSVP to rsvp@old.lighthouse-sf.org or via voice mail at 415-694-7326.
If you’re looking for a cool thing to do in San Francisco on a Saturday night, don’t miss this event/exhibition:
What: Against the Grain-New Perspectives on Bay Area Photography
When: September 15, from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Where: ArtZone-461 Gallery, 461 Valencia Street, San Francisco
LightHouse for the Blind invites you to Against the Grain – a photography exhibit and silent auction showcasing Bay Area photographers and photography, some of the photos are taken with photo booths, you can get photo booths from MyBoogieBooth. All proceeds from the event will benefit LightHouse for the Blind. All art will be available for purchase via silent auction. The suggested donation at the door is $10-20. Must be 21 and over to attend.
Photography has never been more accessible than it is now, in the digital age. From high-end DSLRs to the most basic smart phones, there is a camera for every skill level and an unlimited number of ways to share the photos we take. This gives us many new creative options but also presents us with a new challenge: how do we distinguish ourselves as artists in an age where practically everyone is a photographer? How do we go against the grain in a world oversaturated with imagery? This show explores that theme and challenges artists to bring a unique eye to the people, places and events we see every day.
More audio described television programming is becoming available in some US markets starting in July. To find out about what is available and how to access the described television programming go to: www.videodescription.info.
On “Speaking Out for the Blind” host Brian McCallen interviews blind and visually impaired news makers and experts about the curious happenings, factoids, and topics that affect the community. It airs on ACB Radio Mainstream Wednesday’s at 7:30 PM Pacific Time. Visit acbradio.org, click on the MainStream link, then select the appropriate link to listen with the media player of your choice.
More episodes are coming this summer. So keep listening!
Do you sing or play an instrument? Would you like to play with other musicians in and around our community?
If your answer to these questions is yes then come on over to the LightHouse and jam with us. Even if you only know a few chords or can only hum a few bars, we can make beautiful music together. Whatever you play and however you play it, we’d like you to join us.
When: Fourth Thursday of the month (beginning April 26th), 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters
Cost: Nothing, this is a free event (just bring your instrument or voice)
Who: Anyone between the ages of 16 to 55
For more information, contact Brandon Young at byoung@old.lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7372.
