[GreaterPhilly] Fwd: iBUG Today Events – March 2022

DENICE BROWN dbrown8827 at aol.com
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> From: iBUG Today <ibugtoday at gmail.com>
> Date: March 1, 2022 at 9:02:11 AM EST
> To: DBrown8827 at aol.com
> Subject: iBUG Today Events – March 2022
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> The upcoming free iBUG training and social events for March 2022 are listed below. Note: all times listed are Central Time.  The events may be navigated by headings with your screen reader.  All events are available on the iBUG Zoom conference platform unless otherwise noted.
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> Program changes in 2022
> 1.    iBUG Buzz will be held on Mondays, 7:00 to 9:00 PM
> 2.    iBUG Mac Buzz on Clubhouse will be held on the first and third Tuesdays, 5:00 to 6:00 PM
> 3.    iBUG Mini-Buzz on Clubhouse will be held on the second and fourth Tuesdays, 5:00 to 6:00 PM
> 4.    iBUG Unplugged and It’s iBUG’s Life will move from Clubhouse to our Zoom conference platform (same schedules)
>  
> To join the Zoom conference:
> https://zoom.us/j/7428486329?pwd=M003RmZaa3pTbWRlZ00xbSs4YTlmUT09
> Meeting ID: 742 848 6329, Password:  369978
> One tap mobile from a smartphone:  +13462487799,,7428486329#,,,,*369978# US
> Dial from a landline:  +1 346 248 7799 US
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> To receive email notifications of upcoming training session and social events via email, please subscribe to the iBUG mailing list at the following link:
> http://www.ibugtoday.com/register/
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> Event:   iBUG $500 Apple Gift Card Drawing
> Date of Event:  March 1 to May 21, 2022
> Details:   How would you like to win the new iPhone SE 2022 or the latest Apple Watch 7 or the AirPods Max headphones or an Apple TV 4K plus a pair of HomePod minis speaker system? 
> For a donation of only $10, you will be entered into iBUG Today’s drawing for a $500 Apple Gift Card to use any way you like.  Increase your chances by purchasing 6 tickets for $50! 
> iBUG will be holding the drawing at our 11th Anniversary iBUG Apple Workshop on May 28, 2022, 2:00 to 4:00 PM.  Winner need not be present.
>  
> Donation:  $10 per ticket or $50 for 6 tickets
>  
> Purchase tickets via the following methods. Be sure to include your phone number, email, and the words "iBUG $500 Apple Gift Card Drawing" in the notes section.
> 1. Credit card, debit card or PayPal® account
> 2. Square Cash App on your smartphone ($iBUG Today)
> 3. Send check or money order to:  iBUG Today, 4719 Caroline, Houston, TX. 77004
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Mac Buzz on Clubhouse
> Date of Event:  Tuesday, March 1, 2022
> Time:   5:00 to 6:00 PM
> Details:   Mac Buzz is a free Q&A help session for anyone with MacOS and Mac hardware accessibility questions or issues. Mac Buzz on Clubhouse is facilitated by advanced iBUG member, Herbie Allen. You may join using the following link:  iBUG Today, Inc.
> Contact Name:   Herbie Allen
> Contact Email:   herbie.allen at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Trekkie Talk:  Star Trek – The Next Generation, S4E6, S4E7
> Date of Event:    Thursday, March 3, 2022
> Time:   8:00 to 9:30 PM
> Details:   Join our discussion group to pre-watch and then meet to discuss the Star Trek episodes.  The iBUG Trekkie Talk discussion group is facilitated by iBUG members Kenny Norton and Jody Ianuzzi.  Everyone (including non-Trekkies) is welcome to participate. ​ For more info about Trekkie Talk, please visit the ​iBUG Trekkie Talk website:  http://www.ibugtoday.com/trekkie-talk/
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Unplugged:  What’s on Your Mind?
> Date of Event:    Saturday, March 5, 2022
> Time:   8:00 to 10:00 PM
> Details:   You are invited to join us for an informal conversation with iBUG members and friends.  This month we will examine some questions such as If you could know the absolute and total truth to one question, what would you ask?  What keeps you awake at night?  What do you fear the most?  What would be the hardest thing for you to give up? This conversation is facilitated by Michael McCulloch. 
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Mini-Buzz on Clubhouse
> Date of Event:  Tuesday, March 8, 2022
> Time:   5:00 to 6:00 PM
> Details:   This free weekly Q&A help session is for anyone with iOS and iDevice (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple Watch, Apple TV) accessibility questions or issues. You may join using the following link:   iBUG Today, Inc.
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG VILA Book Club
> Date of Event:  Thursday, March 10, 2022
> Time:   6:30 to 7:45 PM 
> Details:   Join us to discuss and critique this month’s featured reading:  
> The Rosie Project, Graeme C. Simsion, DB78150 
> Socially stunted geneticist Don Tillman embarks on an endeavor he calls the Wife Project. As he quantifies the qualities of a perfect wife, he encounters Rosie, who seeks Don’s help in identifying her real father. 
> (8 hours, 12 minutes)
> Facilitator:  Eileen Scrivani
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Cafe
> Date of Event:  Sunday, March 13, 2022
> Time:  4:00 to 6:00 PM
> Details:   Join us for this free "deep dive" training session on Travel apps: Getting from Here to There, to gain a hands-on, working understanding and utilization of the settings.  The iBUG Café training session is facilitated by advanced iBUG member, Sree Roy. 
> Contact Name:   Sree Roy
> Contact Email:   sreebroy1 at outlook.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Mac Buzz on Clubhouse
> Date of Event:  Tuesday, March 15, 2022
> Time:   5:00 to 6:00 PM
> Details:   Mac Buzz on Clubhouse is a free Q&A help session for anyone with MacOS and Mac hardware accessibility questions or issues. Mac Buzz on Clubhouse is facilitated by advanced iBUG member, Herbie Allen. You may join using the following link:   iBUG Today, Inc.
> Contact Name:   Herbie Allen
> Contact Email:   herbie.allen at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Android Insight
> Date of Event:    Wednesday, March 16, 2022
> Time:   7:00 to 8:30 PM
> Details:   Do you want to know about the accessibility features of Android devices? Do you want to know how Android devices are different from Apple devices? Do you want to become more proficient using an Android device?  If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, then come join us for our free iBUG Android Insight training session, facilitated by iBUG advanced members, Ava Carruth and Harshid Trivedi. Android Insight is open to anyone desiring to become more proficient with the accessibility features on various Android devices.
> Contact Name:  Ava Carruth
> Contact Email:  avacarruth3 at outlook.com 
>  
> Event:   iBUG Trekkie Talk:  Star Trek – The Next Generation, S4E8, S4E9
> Date of Event:    Thursday, March 17, 2022
> Time:   8:00 to 9:30 PM
> Details:   Join our discussion group to pre-watch and then meet to discuss the Star Trek episodes.  The iBUG Trekkie Talk discussion group is facilitated by iBUG members Kenny Norton and Jody Ianuzzi.  Everyone (including non-Trekkies) is welcome to participate. ​ For more info about Trekkie Talk, please visit the ​iBUG Trekkie Talk website:  http://www.ibugtoday.com/trekkie-talk/
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Mini-Buzz on Clubhouse
> Date of Event:  Tuesday, March 22, 2022
> Time:   5:00 to 6:00 PM
> Details:   This free weekly Q&A help session is for anyone with iOS and iDevice (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple Watch, Apple TV) accessibility questions or issues. You may join using the following link:   iBUG Today, Inc.
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Mac-N-Talk
> Date of Event:    Tuesday, March 22, 2022
> Time:   7:00 to 8:30 PM
> Details:   Are you thinking about getting a Mac? Are you wondering if you will be able to learn the MacOS on your own? Do you have issues or questions about the accessibility features of your Mac?  If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, you should join us for the free iBUG Mac-N-Talk training session facilitated by advanced iBUG member, Chanelle Allen.
> Contact Name:   Chanelle Allen
> Contact Email:   chanellem.allen at gmail.com 
>  
> Event:   It’s iBUG’s Life
> Date of Event:   Thursday, March 24, 2022
> Time:   6:00 to 8:00 PM
> Details:   It’s iBUG’s Life is a conversation on independent living and various life skills issues, adaptations, and tips for the blind.  This month’s topic explores DIY maintenance around the home.  This interactive and engaging session is facilitated by iBUG member, George Battiste. 
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Apple Workshop
> Date of Event:  Saturday, March 26, 2022
> Time:   2:00 to 4:00 PM
> Details:  The iBUG Apple Workshop explores all things from the Apple-verse.  Join us for this free training session to learn more about the iOS and macOS accessibility features of Apple products.  
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Buzz
> Date of Event:    Weekly – Mondays
> Time:   7:00 to 9:00 PM
> Details:   This free weekly Q&A help session is for anyone with iOS and iDevice (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple Watch, Apple TV) accessibility questions or issues.  The first 45 minutes are dedicated to the beginner or novice user. 
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Buzz Podcast
> Date of Event:    Weekly
> Time:  On Demand
> Details:   Podcast of the weekly Monday night iBUG Buzz Q&A help session with iOS and iDevice (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple Watch, Apple TV) accessibility questions or issues. Available on Apple, Spotify, and Alexa by asking your voice assistant to play the latest iBUG Buzz podcast. Also available on your favorite podcast app by subscribing to the iBUG Buzz podcast.
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Buzz Radio Program
> Date of Event:    Weekly 
> Time:   Wednesday, 1:30 PM, rebroadcast the following Tuesday, 5:30 PM and Wednesday, 5:30 AM, or On Demand
> Details:   A weekly half-hour condensed version of the Monday night iBUG Buzz Q&A help session covering common accessibility questions and issues with iOS and iDevices (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, Apple Watch and Apple TV).  Also, apps useful to the blind and visually impaired are demonstrated. Listen via Sight into Sound Radio, using the special digital receivers from Sight into Sound, Sero app on your smart phone or via the internet by going to the Sight into Sound website at the following link and select the "Tune in Now" button at the times indicated above or on demand by selecting the “Podcast” button:  http://www.sightintosound.org
> Contact Name:   Michael McCulloch
> Contact Email:   mdmcculloch1 at gmail.com
>  
> Event:   iBUG Night at the Virtual Movies
> Date of Event:    Weekly – Fridays
> Time:   7:30 PM pre-movie social time, movie starts at 8:00 PM
> Details:   To bring old friends together and to meet new ones, we have created iBUG Night at the Virtual Movies on Friday evenings.  The movies are the audio track (no video) with audio description. Discussion will follow immediately after the movie. Visit our website to check out the movie feature of the week:  http://ibugtoday.org  This presentation by iBUG Today is for the blind and visually impaired and is produced and distributed exclusively for use by blind, visually impaired, or physically disabled individuals under the authority of Section 121 of Title 17 of the United States Code, or with permission of the copyright owner(s). 
> Contact Name:   Sandhya Rao
> Contact Email:   sraotexas at gmail.com
>  
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> Regards,
> The iBUG Today Team
> Empowering the Blind Through Accessible Technology Training
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