[Nfb-krafters-korner] FW: Special Notices and Pen Pals Supplement for Dec...
Susan Roe
dogwoodfarm at verizon.net
Wed Dec 11 21:39:52 UTC 2013
It is less than 450 words.
Susan
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----- Original Message -----
From: <Blindhands at aol.com>
To: <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 1:30 PM
Subject: Re: [Nfb-krafters-korner] FW: Special Notices and Pen Pals
Supplement for Dec...
> Terry,
>
> How about you writing something. It is best if it comes from each of us
> and not just a few. We all have something to say, and we all write these
> emails. So Ziegler has cut the limit of words in an article way down. I
> don't remember what it is now. Please instead of waiting for someone
> else
> to do it write say 5 paragraphs and please include our website in it and
> send it off to them.
>
>
>
> Joyce Kane
> _www.KraftersKorner.org_ (http://www.krafterskorner.org/)
> Blindhands at AOL.com
>
>
> In a message dated 12/11/2013 3:08:03 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
> Terry.Powers at nih.gov writes:
>
>
> How about putting some stories in the Ziegler magazine. See below.
> We could advertise about our chat on Through Our Eyes, any raffles, maybe
> a copy of the successful member on our site. Write articles about what
> people have learned, going from not being a crafter at all, to learning a
> craft and now being able to make gifts and or being able to sell their
> items.
> Is anyone good at writing on this list? We sure could use some help.
>
> Just some ideas.
>
> Terry P.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Matilda Ziegler Magazine for the Blind
> [mailto:editor at matildaziegler.com]
> Sent: Monday, December 09, 2013 3:19 PM
> To: Powers, Terry (NIH/NCI) [E]
> Subject: Special Notices and Pen Pals Supplement for December 9, 2013
>
> This is the Matilda Ziegler Magazine
> Special Notices and Pen Pals Supplement December 9, 2013
> Address: 20 Thorndal Circle
> Darien, CT 06820
> Local Phone: 203-604-8601
> Toll Free: 877-424-5481
> Website: www.matildaziegler.com
> Email: editor at matildaziegler.com
> Ren Brighton, Editor
>
> Table of Contents
>
> Special Notices - New Listings
> Pen Pals - New Listings
> Special Notices - Previous Listings
> Pen Pals - Previous Listings
> Special Notices - Permanent Listings
> Chat Lines
> Events
>
> You may skip to a new posting or section at any time by using your
> browser
> or word processor's Find or Search function to look for the ### symbol.
> For entries within a section of the supplement, search for the ## symbol.
>
> Disclaimer: The following submissions are received from magazine
> subscribers or outside organizations who have asked to place free
> listings in our
> magazine. The Matilda Ziegler Magazine for the Blind gladly serves as a
> vehicle for these postings, but neither the Matilda Ziegler Magazine for
> the
> Blind or its affiliates personally endorse any listings held within this
> supplement.
>
>
> SPECIAL NOTICES - New Listings
>
> Tee Jae is in room 20 on the Jungle, and offers an outlet for people to
> come and talk about Dog Guides. Whether you have had a dog before or not
> all
> are welcomed. 712-432-5154
>
> ##
>
> Maryann is lowering her price on her Braille Note M power from 5000 to
> 3000 comes with leather case and power cord. Internet card for 100. Also
> the
> Intel reader also changed price from 100 to 500 and also the station
> holder
> is still 100. Thanks and please email me at timbersgirl219 at gmail.com
>
> ##
>
> On the Phone Zone, on December 22nd, will be playing Name That Tune
> Christmas. Everyone can name most of the songs, but the artists will
> often
> surprise you, and it's a lot of fun to find out who they are. Call in at
> 8 p.m.
> Eastern, 5 Pacific to 218-936-2081, room 2. On December 15, we'll play
> Name
> That Tune and feature the year 1964.
>
> ##
>
> BrailleSmith has chosen beautiful Christmas cards for the upcoming
> Holiday
> Season. All the print greetings or verses have been embossed in braille
> right on the card. Also there is a braille description of the picture on
> the
> front of the card. To take a look at our Christmas cards visit our
> website:
> BrailleSmith.com
>
> We accept payment through PayPal or major credit cards by phone. First
> Class shipping within the US is included in the price of all greeting
> cards.
> Feel free to call us: (205) 388-7261. I am also looking for a Braille
> women's watch and a bathroom scale.
>
> ##
>
> I have the following item for sale: 1. Perkins Brail writer, brand new
> $500 2. Victor reader stream, made by Humanware, brand new. $400
>
> Please contact Jeff at 206-567-3363
>
> ##
>
> Giving away a large number of back issues of the Ziegler Magazine on four
> track cassettes. My email is: baboone at nethtc.net
>
> ##
>
> Join Art Beyond Sight and Blessing Offor for for a voice/singing workshop
> and some more. With influences from every end of the music spectrum,
> Blessing is a well-rounded artist. From playing multiple instruments, to
> singing,
> writing his own music and lyrics, and arranging, Mr. Offor provides an
> all-encompassing musical experience. Although young, his incomparable
> musicianship has not gone unnoticed. Mr. Offor, a 2010 VSA International
> Young
> Soloists Award recipient, has performed as the opening act for such
> legends as
> The Temptations, Average White Band, Tower of Power, and New Orleans
> blues
> legend Dr. John. He contributed "Winter Wonderland" to a compilation
> Christmas record with artists such as Aaron Nevel, Amy Grant, and The
> Beach Boys.
> This is his third time performing at the Kennedy Center.
> In 2011 Mr. Offer was a contestant on Bravo's Platinum Hit. Currently,
> Mr.
> Offor is working on a new album with Sojourn Records and plans to release
> singles later this year. He lives in New York City. TUESDAY DECEMBER 10,
> 2
> pm. Andrew Heiskell Library, 40 West 20th Street, NYC
>
> ##
>
> ID Mate Omni bar code reader for sale! Good Day, I have A ID Mate Omni
> bar
> code reader for sale! Not used much bought it from blind mice mart, price
> is the same as I paid, $500 in mint condition! If interested will also
> negotiate a lower price if necessary. You can e-mail me at
> josephmachise at comcast.net or call 1-781-599-6664, life time updates from
> envision America! You
> can send in the memory card to them, includes a card reader that I just
> bought, and update it yourself from their website. Also comes with a
> carrying
> case and full instructions in print, and a CD for the blind, bought it a
> few months ago this year!
>
> ##
>
> I have an NFB reader on the Nokia n82 for sale best offer. Richard
> Richard.payne at ge.com
>
> ##
>
> I have a braille Pillsbury cookbook for sale. It is hard bound and comes
> in 10 volumes. I am asking 45 dollars. If you are interested e mail me at
> drqw57 at frontier.com Put the word cookbook in the subject line. This would
> make a great Christmas gift for someone who enjoys cooking.
>
> ##
>
> Tonya Smith needs an updated version of Braille and speak that is in good
> condition that has a clock and a calendar on it. If somebody could please
> donate it. Address is 1632 Terry Newport, Michigan 48166. Please leave a
> message on her Google Voice 734-230-2715 and please state your name.
>
> ###
>
> PEN PALS - New Listings
>
> My name is Ejaz Husain. I am male. My hobbies include: studying software
> programming, and playing chess on skype. My e-mail is:
> ejazh2010 at gmail.com
> My skype ID is: ejazh2010
>
> ###
>
> SPECIAL NOTICES - Previous Listings
>
> This is your last chance to sign up for Understanding Windows Concepts,
> Tuesday/Thursday, 12/10-19. If you have never taken a class with CCVIP, we
> need to do an assessment of your readiness for this class. Please call us
> at
> (646) 312-1425 ASAP!
>
> Other December offerings are:
>
> Intro to Excel (assessment), Thursday, 12/12, 1:30-3:30
> Exploring Windows (assessment), Monday, 12/16, 9:30-11:30am
> Intro to Facebook, Tuesday/Thursday, 12/17& 19, 1:30-3:30pm
> So You Want to be an Entrepreneur?,Wednesday, 12/18, 9:30am-3:30pm
>
> If you are a NYSCB client, ask your counselor if they will sponsor you.
>
> Hope everyone had a healthy and happy Thanksgiving, and have a wonderful
> holiday season!
>
> Thanks for your support!
>
> ##
>
> Does anyone know where to purchase a reading machine that will read 11 by
> 17 legal size documents? Please advise if you do. Thank you, Lucia.
> Lucia.Marett at dfa.state.ny.us
>
> ##
>
> I am wondering if the Kindle is accessible to the blind or do you
> recommend going for an iPod or something like that. You can contact me at
> andrewjedg at gmail.com
>
> ##
>
> I am a consultant for Tastefully Simple, a company which specializes in
> easy entertaining ideas. This company has done an excellent job of making
> things accessible and as a person who is blind who enjoys cooking, this
> was
> very important to me. I wanted to share with other readers. I was looking
> for
> something fun and easy and was pleasantly surprised. The products are
> tasty and use 3 ingredients or less to prepare. The web site is full of
> recipes
> and also product instructions are listed there. I am totally blind and am
> able to access everything without a problem. There are nice gift ideas as
> well so it can assist with those last minute gifts, after all, everyone
> loves food. The web site payment process is secure and easy to use. I
> cannot
> accept personal checks or money orders so a credit or bank card is needed
> for
> ordering. I would love to be your Tastefully Simple consultant so check
> out my web site at www.tastefullysimple.com/web/mdouglas
>
> ##
>
> On Friday, Dec. 20, 2013, the Continuing Day Treatment Program (CDTP),
> which is the mental health program that I attend Mondays through Fridays,
> is
> having its "Family AND Friends" day; the address is the Lighthouse/Guild
> International, 15 W. 65th Street (7th Floor), between
> Columbus Ave. and Central Park West, located in Manhattan, for those of
> you that either live in any of the NYC local areas, especially, even
> though
> all are welcome from anywhere. Should you happen to be adventurous to
> travel
> in from whatever distance/distances, and if you're traveling by NYC
> subway, the very closest is the number 1 train at 66th Street/Broadway.
> For
> information as to the time of the event, as well as any other question
> that you
> might have that hasn't been answered, contact Jaclyn M. Smith (CDTP
> Supervisor) at (212) 769-7820. This is also in case if there's anyone,
> especially
> in the NYC area that, either yourself, or a relative/friend/other might
> be
> interested in joining the program, as well.
>
> ##
>
> I am starting an electronic magazine for people who would like to become
> or find new pen pals. If you would like to receive it regularly or would
> like to submit a pen pal ad for yourself or someone else, feel free to do
> so
> at: adrijana.prokopenko at gmail.com You could let others know your name,
> age,
> location, hobbies and interests and the kind of pen pal you are looking
> for.
>
> ##
>
> I'm Kelley Sprout from Asheville, North Carolina. I am still looking for
> a
> braille writter that somebody would want to give away free of charge.
> Money is very tight here and I have a lot of
> work to do. I need to try file personal documents in braille and it's
> going to take a very long time to do this and the braille writer is a
> very
> important need. I can't give you money please do understand I have a lot
> of
> filing to do plus does anyone have any loose leaf note books to gave away
> free
> and do we have anyone that attended the Overbrook school for the blind
> that read this magazine that remembers me? I correspond with some of you
> on
> other systems and I'm looking for you also I'm looking for day students
> that
> went there. I really miss you. I attended the school from 1973 until 1980
> teachers are welcomed also you can contact me at 828-702-5514 or email me
> at
> kb3lr at pmpmail.com Thanks hope you can help. Sincerely, Kelley Sprout.
>
> ##
>
> Follow the holiday parade to Marilyn Smith's website and landline.
> Imagine
> touching that Christmas tree-shaped warmer with colored lights and a star
> on top. Santa and Frosty are warming cinnamon and apples today. There's a
> pumpkin warmer closely guarded by Magnus, the cuddly moose, who stole a
> pack
> of Very Merry Cranberries. Oakley the Owl wears orange in my house, and
> Bramble the Bear favors Vanilla Suede. Bet you could change his mind.
> Wax,
> lotion, spray, nativity, menorah, romance, or rejuvenation. Call for
> information or to order, or browse and ship to friends and family. Buy
> bundles to
> hand out when the time is right, or just keep it for yourself.
>
> Phone: 773-572-7744
> Website: http://candlesandbeyond.scentsy.us
> Email: merrychristmas at bluegrasspals.com
>
> ##
>
> Anthony Hodgetts is looking to write an article about companies that sell
> chat line numbers. If you are a representative of such a company or know
> how to reach them, please contact him at hodgeab at shaw.ca
>
> ##
>
> I would like to remind everyone that I am a Tupperware consultant and I
> have a mailing list for those who wish to receive a text version of the
> monthly specials. I am having to rebuild my list and have lost some
> contacts in
> the process of setting up my new computer. If you were on this list and
> have not received anything from me since October please let me know and I
> will
> add you back to the list. Welcome to anyone else who would like to be
> added to this list. To join or rejoin the list please send me an email to
> betsaw at intergate.com and let me know whether you prefer to receive the
> list as
> an attachment or have it pasted into the body of the message. I prepare
> and
> send it both ways and it is usually sent out in the middle of the month
> when the new specials arrive. Orders can be placed with me or directly
> from my
> website.
>
> Tupperware products can be shipped to the Continental United States,
> Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam and APO and FPO addresses. There is
> also a
> link to Tupperware Canada on my website.
>
> I look forward to hearing from you.
>
> Betsy Sawyers
>
> http://www.my2.tupperware.com/betsysawyers
>
> ##
>
> Eric Calhoun here. Want to make friends worldwide? Then please join this
> group: friends_world_wide-subscribe at yahoogroups.com. You must be 18 years
> or
> older. And please, a visual impairment is not necessary!
>
> ##
>
> There are four very important aspects of LinkedIn that I would like to
> learn. (A), how to share information with people who are on my list, (B),
> how
> to start my own discussion in a group, (C), how to reply to a comment in
> a
> discussion group or regular post by using my Verizon ISP, since all
> LinkedIn messages come into my Verizon box to make it easier as a blind
> person to
> keep up with all information while my network is expanding, and (D), how
> much capacity are we allowed on LinkedIn when posting information, such
> as a
> resume? I want to learn the steps to these four processes. I believe they
> would be valuable tools to what I am trying to accomplish.
> branco182 at verizon.net.
>
> ##
>
> I'm selling a mid 2009 Mac Book Pro 13 inch, in good condition. I just
> replaced the battery as well. 2.53 HZ duel core and 320 gb of hard drive
> memory. The Apple Care just expired last year, however, this computer has
> never
> given me problems. My asking price is $450, with case included. Shipping
> is
> included within the US. If outside the US, please add shipping to the
> total price. Email jorgeapaez1994 at gmail.com if interested.
>
> ##
>
> I am looking for the user manual for an older Braille embosser, the
> VersaPoint model BP1D Braille embosser. This machine was made by
> Telesensory
> Technology, no longer in business, and the current company that used to
> service
> the device, Freedom Scientific, says, they do not have copies of the
> manual in their archives nor online. The VersaPoint Duo is readily
> online, but
> this model does not compare at all with mine, and hence, the document
> unusable. I would appreciate this document in any form, but preferably,
> as listed
> below. Braille document form ("Word file" preferred as my pc is old, and
> cannot read PDF files) However, if you have the doc in PDF format, I
> would
> ask someone to convert it, if possible. Large or regular print, CD or
> DVD,
> Cassette. Thanking you in advance for your service. Best regards,
> Elizabeth
> Slaughter
>
> 2620 Pearl Drive NE
> Bemidji, MN 56601-8523
>
> (218) 755-1271
> manutips at paulbunyan.net
>
> ##
>
> Does anyone know how to get in touch with RoboBraille? I have written 3
> times and sent 2 emails over 2 months ago and no one responded.
>
> Also, do I need to get a victor stream in order to read bookshare books,
> and learning alloy books? I use dolphin guide in my computer, and with
> this
> software, can't access either bookshare or learning alloy books. I really
> don't want to purchase another piece of equipment. Do you have any
> suggestions? Thank you most sincerely, Marcia marciabaran at att.net
>
> ##
>
> I'm Anne Mauro from NY selling the following items, "The Love You Make An
> Insider's Story of the Beatles" in braille seven volumes, asking 250
> dollars. BrailleNSpeak 640k with all accessories braille tape manuals,
> and
> charger. I will also put in the disk drive for the BrailleNSpeak with
> braille and
> tape manuals, disk drive, charger and cable for the disk drive asking 200
> dollars. Call me at, 631 4761222 cell 631 3793301 or e-mail at,
> champ42 at optonline.net.
>
> ##
>
> For Sale or Trade: Four Braille Displays
>
> All four of these displays are in excellent condition. Prices include
> shipping to Canada and the U.S. They all come with AC adapters. Will
> entertain offers to trade for a BrailleNote Apex or Braille Sense U2
> having a
> QWERTY or Perkins keyboard.
>
> First, I have a Braille Edge 40, about eight months old, and used very
> little. I'm including a carrying case from Executive Products Inc., and
> I'm
> asking $1,800.
>
> Second, I've got an Alva BC640 with carrying case, and I'm asking $1,575.
>
> Third, I have an Alva Satellite 44, along with the foam pads for a
> keyboard to rest on. I'm asking $475.
>
> Last, I have a PowerBraille 81 for which I'm asking $250.
>
> I accept Paypal payments, money orders, cashiers checks, and will accept
> non-certified checks, which must clear before I will ship.
>
> I can be reached at dvm975 at gmail.com or 519-669-1456.
>
> ##
>
> If you need help with learning grade 1 braille or basic computer skills,
> I
> would be glad to help. Feel free to email me at:
> adrijana.prokopenko at gmail.com I would also be able to braille short
> documents for free for
> individuals or organizations.
>
> ##
>
> Hello, I would like to sell my BrailleNote Apex BT 32. It's in perfect
> condition as I do not use it on a daily basis. The braille display is
> crisp
> and sharp. It will come with original packaging and a 4gig SD card. It
> has
> the latest keysoft. I would like to sell it for $4800 but I'm willing to
> negotiate. I would like a once off payment but if that's too difficult
> then I'm
> willing to make a payment plan. I am from South Africa so if someone is
> willing to help me with shipping costs then that would be fantastic.
> Please
> contact me at the following address: emma.sleeptalk at gmail.com or
> foodgalore at webmail.co.za. Thanks so much.
>
> ##
>
> I have an ID Mate Summit for sale. It has only been used twice and comes
> with all original accessories including case and several kinds of bar
> codes
> for creating your own labels.
> Asking $500 including shipping. PayPal preferred. Contact Rhonda at
> earthmagic7 at sbcglobal.net or call: 269-381-6580
>
> ##
>
> Unity Message of Hope, a nondenominational ministry serving people who
> are
> blind or visually impaired, has a virtual library of downloadable Braille
> (.brf file) Unity publications, available free of charge to anyone with
> access to a computer, Braille notetaker or digital talking book player.
> For
> more information, call Message of Hope toll free at: 866-421-3066, or
> send
> email to:message-of-hope at unityonline.org. To download Unity books in .brf
> format, log on to:
> http://www.unity.org/resources/message-hope/document-library
>
> ##
>
> Telus at least from what I know of hates when you use their lines to call
> chat lines into the states especially the 712 prefixed ones not sure why
> that is probably due to the fact it costs more to call them even with a
> long
> distance flat rate plan due to the fact the owners get paid so the phone
> companies get charged more possibly so they send it back to the
> customers.
> Please check with your phone provider before you call these numbers as
> long
> distance may apply or something like that. Even line owners were not
> aware
> that Canadians had to pay more or anything at all. Shaw communications
> another large phone company hate when you call chat lines as well and can
> remove
> your phone if you do this too often.
>
> ###
>
> PEN PALS - Previous Listings
>
> Hi to Ziegler readers my name is Andrew and I am from Canada. I love
> making new friends, doing email, Skype, and listening to music. I am a
> born
> again Christian and love to make new friends. I am looking for prayer
> partners
> and people I can pray with and I am looking for more friends Christian
> and
> non Christian. I love making new friends. My contact information is as
> follows email andrewjedg at gmail.com Skype: Andrew.edg
>
> ##
>
> Hello, I'm Monica in Miami Florida. I'm a legally blind female age 49,
> looking for pen-pals in Florida only. I enjoy conversations,
> talking-books,
> and descriptive-movies. Leave me a message in my Lazer voice-box,
> 1-206-312-4572. Thanks.
>
> ##
>
> This Holiday Season, feel good! This is Eric, and I want to celebrate!
> With you! A Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. After all, shouldn't
> it be
> a Happy New You? Let's laugh together; let's cry together. Females, Eric
> Calhoun is here to save your season! If it has been sad, I will pray for
> you
> and make it happy! There is nothing I can't do to pray for you! Let's
> enjoy
> good times! My interests include animals, the outdoors, amusement-park
> and
> carnival rides, talking on the phone, sports; baseball, football,
> basketball, hockey, and indoor soccer. So, ladies, let's get ourselves
> together and
> make a lot more tornadoes! Now!
>
> ##
>
> Hello I'm Nelson, seeking to make friends from around the world. Do you
> use messenger, or know of some great lists to chat on. I like Computers,
> Sports, Music - looking for I-pad mates, I'm 45 yrs-old Hispanic male. My
> E-Mail is: carebear40 at bellsouth.net
>
> ##
>
> My name is Rashedur Rahman. I'm male and totally blind. I'm married with
> two kids. I'm around 47. I earned a masters degree from University of
> Dhaka.
> We are four siblings. My hobbies are: listening to BBC, learning English
> words and phrases, reading magazines and newspapers, practicing English
> language and especially using Skype. To me Skyping is marvelous, unusual,
> extraordinary, topnotch, brilliant, wonderful, excellent, nice, stellar
> and
> great! I'm very much interested in making friendship all over the world
> for
> increasing exposure to English language.
> With best regard Rashedur Rahman. My skype ID is rashed.rahaman1
> rashed.boromogh at gmail.com
>
> ##
>
> My name is Terrance Sadler and I want to encourage any lady that's also
> on
> Facebook to please read my entire profile, including my bio that I
> spur-of-the-moment update, and to also contact me by phone at: (347)
> 752-3641 and
> (718) 813-5062. Only if you're willing to not restrict your number,
> because
> I'd want to call you as well. Only text me at the first number that I
> gave
> you, in addition to calling me there because that's the only number that
> I
> have with an accessible phone. You could ALSO search me on "FACEBOOK"
> with
> either of my E-MAIL contacts, if you tried to use my (347) 752-3641
> number
> and you weren't successful: irefuse2growup at gmail.com;
> blatantlydefiant at pmpmail.com.
>
> ###
>
> SPECIAL NOTICES - Permanent Listings
>
> Project Challenge
> A support group for all challenge persons:
>
> Don't you wish that there is a place where you can freely express
> yourself
> and share ideas without any fear of intimidation? A place of camaraderie
> and fellowship?
>
> Project Challenge is a unique support group for doing just that!
>
> A support group unlike any other, the objective of Project Challenge is
> to
> Promote and encourages a positive outlook on life. We do this by
> providing
> a supportive environment where Members can share information, keeping one
> another up to date on news of interest to them. Also through the delivery
> of universal tourism products, services and environments, we at Project
> Challenge encourages and support accessible travel, Harnessing the
> opportunities of greater accessibilities to see and to experience what
> the world has
> to offer.
> We invite you to join us each and every third Thursday of the month -
> 2:00: pm to 4:00: pm:
> Where! At Visions Arts & Crafts 1
> 135 West 23rd Street New York NY 10001 (between 6th and 7th ave).
> Call 1-718-922-0118or 347-853-4294
> Email projectchallenge at globaltouchtravelcompanion.org
>
> ##
>
> Dissociative talk, this is a list for those people who suffer with a
> dissociative disorder, this can be dissociative identity disorder, ddnos,
> dissociative fugue or any of the other dissociative disorders. Supporters
> of
> those who know a person with did, or significant others of someone who
> has did
> or a dissociative disorder are also welcome.
> dissociative-talk-subscribe at yahoogroups.com
>
> ##
>
> blind chat, this is a chat list for the blind, anything goes on this
> list.
> It's open to anyone who is blind or partially sighted.
> blindchat-subscribe at yahoogroups.com
>
>
> ##
>
> Blind Mental Health: A supportive and friendly e-mail list community.
> Feeling overwhelmed and alone? Dealing with tough issues like anxiety,
> depression, recovery from trauma and addictions? Want to talk about
> balancing
> demands of work, school, relationships, and maintaining/working on mental
> health recovery and developing a support system? No matter what you're
> going
> through you're not alone!
> Join blind-mentalhealth! A confidential, friendly, and resource filled
> e-mail list for anyone dealing with the above challenges and more. All
> people
> are welcome no matter their age, race, gender, disability status, sexual
> orientation ETC. Just send an e-mail with the subject line left blank,
> and in
> the message put your first name, general location, and reasons why you'd
> like to join the group. This is just to ensure potential members are a
> good
> fit, and nine times out of ten they are.
> Subscription e-mail: blind-mentalhealth-subscribe at yahoogroups.com
>
> ##
>
> Access problems because of your guide dog?
> As the leader in guide dog policy and advocacy,the National Association
> of
> Guide Dog Users (NAGDU), a strong & proud division of the National
> Federation of the Blind, sponsors the NAGDU Information & Advocacy
> Hotline. This
> innovative service provides general information about service animals
> under
> the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as specific guidance
> concerning restaurants, taxicabs, and health care facilities. In
> addition,
> individuals facing discrimination have the ability to speak with a
> special
> advocate trained to mediate access issues. Future plans for the hotline
> include summaries of each of the state laws concerning service animals,
> more
> industry specific information, and guidance in a variety of languages,
> such
> as Mandarin and Arabic. The Hotline is available anytime by calling,
> toll-free, 888-NAGDU411 (888-624-3841).
>
> ##
>
> Friedman Place is a warm, thriving, and diverse community for blind and
> visually impaired adults 22 and older, located on the North side of
> Chicago.
> It is in a safe and secure neighborhood, and is equipped with security
> cameras to ensure safety. We live in one bedroom or studio apartments,
> and can
> live active and independent lives with privacy, yet also have support
> when
> needed. I have lived here for almost a year. I have grown so much with
> this
> important balance of independence and a solid support system. Services
> include nursing staff available 24/7, meals and housekeeping services, a
> variety of activities, and plenty of chances for someone to bring their
> own
> gifts and strengths to the community. If you have any questions I could
> answer
> as a resident, feel free to e-mail me. My e-mail is:
> samnelson1 at verizon.net
> If you would like to inquire more about applying to Friedman Place,
> please
> call Noelle or Heddy at 773-989-9800
> You can e-mail them at:
> Noelle at friedmanplace.org
> heddy at friedmanplace.org Website: www.friedmanplace.org
>
> ##
>
> Everyone needs a relaxing, stress free and exciting vacation! Want to
> meet
> new people from around the US and make lasting friendships? At the Oral
> Hull Foundation for the Blind and Park we have just the right summer
> "Adventure" retreat planned especially for you!
>
> Nestled at the foot of the Mt. Hood National forest, in Sandy, Oregon,
> our
> 22 acre forested park is designed especially for those with blindness and
> vision impairments. We believe that blindness and low vision should not
> mean
> isolation and dependency. With that belief our retreat center staff
> invites you to spend 7 days with us in August to participate in our
> Adventure
> retreats for adults, 18 and over. Adventure I will feature white water
> rafting, kayaking, tandem biking, hiking, archery, challenge course
> adventures,
> fishing in our stocked trout pond, workshops to introduce new assistive
> technology, unique craft classes, as well as many other surprise
> adventures. The
> Adventure II retreat takes it a step up with more arduous hikes in and
> around the NW, rock climbing and more! Both our Adventure retreats
> feature a
> first evening "get to know each other" special dinner and live music! If
> you're more inclined to just rest, relax and chill out then our park has
> many
> serene, relaxing and well-manicured gardens to enjoy. Or, just sit back
> in
> our 12 person hot tub or indoor, heated swimming pool and visit with new
> friends.
>
> All the adventures above, your room accommodations in our 24 room (48
> twin
> bed) facility and all meals are included in our 7 day retreat for
> $500.00.
> We can assure you there isn't a better deal around! If you want to tandem
> skydive there is an extra charge of $195.00 and an extra $100 for
> windsurfing.
>
> Our guests who regularly attend these retreat sessions find that the Oral
> Hull Park experience challenges them to do much more than they thought
> they
> could. Our guests range in age from their twenties to eighties and up!
> Please call our park office at 503-668-6195 and talk to Susie who can
> answer
> all your questions, or visit our website at www.oralhull.org for all the
> latest news and to download registration forms. Payment plans are
> available if
> needed. Don't just think about it…do it now! You'll wonder why you didn't
> come to Oral Hull Park sooner.
>
> ##
>
> Brailler Repairs
>
> The Selective Doctor, Inc. specializes in the repair of Perkins
> Braillers.
> They have repaired over 5,800 Perkins Braillers. Repairs for Braillers
> are $60 for labor of manual braillers, plus the cost of parts. You can
> send
> your brailler Free Matter for the Blind through the US Postal Service to:
>
> The Selective Doctor, Inc.
> P.O. Box 571
> Manchester, Maryland 21102
>
> Be sure to insure your package. Currently insurance of $400 costs about
> $6.25.
>
> For more information, please call 410-668-1143 or email
> braillerrepair at yahoo.com. You can also check out our website by visiting
> www.selectivedoctor.com.
>
> ##
>
> Don't throw away your Braille magazines or books! Support blind children
> in Ghana.
>
> Rae Tyler is a volunteer transcriber who works with various schools in
> Ghana. She is accepting used Braille magazines and books. The students
> there,
> children and adults, desperately need more reading material of all kinds.
>
> If you subscribe to magazines from NLS or Reader's Digest from APH and
> would like to donate them after you're done reading them, Rae can send
> you
> labels with her address on them. You can re-tape the boxes, peel off the
> original label, put on a new label with her address, and send it off
> using Free
> Matter for the Blind.
>
> To request the labels or to communicate with Rae, send an email message
> to: ghanaconnection at gmail.com
>
> Thank you for your support!
>
> ##
>
> At BlindAccessTraining, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide
> customized, individualized training to fit the unique needs of our
> clients. Our
> trainers work with clients to establish reasonable, achievable technology
> goals. Our aim is to empower our clients to use the devices and software
> they have been trained on with proficiency and confidence to achieve
> greater
> independence. We provide training via telephone, Skype, and our
> TalkingCommunities classroom to allow cliennts the freedom and flexibility
> to choose
> the venue that best fits their skills and comfort. We provide the
> following
> training options:
> Windows Operating Systems (XP and higher)
> Mac OSX
> IDevices (iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad, and iPad Mini, iOS 4.0 and higher)
> Outlook, Windows LiveMail
> Microsoft Office Suite (2007 and higher)
> JAWS (All versions)
> WindowEyes (All versions)
> SystemAccess, SamNet, and DouScan Plus
> Nonvisual Desktop Access
> VoiceOver
> ZoomText (All versions)
> OpenBook (All versions)
> Kurzweil 1000 (11.0 and higher)
> Various Braille displays and note takers (ask for details)
> Web Design (HTML, cSS, PHP, and JAVA Script)
>
> For more information, please contact us by phone at 1-877-774-7670 and
> press 1, or by email at info at blindaccesstraining.com. You can also visit
> us on
> the web at http://www.blindaccesstraining.com/ to view our complete
> listing of services. There you can also find helpful blogs, a sample
> tutorial,
> and a resource list.
>
> ##
>
> Resource List for Parents of Blind Children, contributed by Erin Jepsen.
>
> General info and organizations
> Wonder Baby http://www.wonderbaby.org/
>
> Fred's Head http://aph.org/fh/index.html
>
> National Federation of the Blind http://nfb.org/
>
> American Council of the Blind http://acb.org/
>
> Hadley School for the Blind http://www.hadley.edu/
>
> Learning Braille
> Hadley School Free Braille Courses
> http://www.hadley.edu/braillecourses.asp
>
> Braille Bug (teaching basic braille to kids) http://www.braillebug.org/
>
> Braille Transcriber's Course http://nfb.org/braille-certification
>
> Online lessons in braille transcribing
> http://www.brl.org/transcribers/index.html
>
> Buying a cane
> Ambutech http://www.ambutech.com/
>
> NFB Free White Cane http://nfb.org/free-cane-program
>
> Parents Teaching Cane Travel
> The Care and Feeding of the Long White Cane
> http://nfb.org/images/nfb/publications/fr/fr15/issue1/f1501tc2.html
> Early Explorers Program http://nfb.org/earlyexplorersprogram
>
> Gadgets, Gear and Games
> Maxi Aids Vision Store
> http://www.maxiaids.com/store/ProdIndex.asp?idstore=1
>
> Independent Living http://www.independentliving.com/
>
> Braille Bookstore http://www.braillebookstore.com/
>
> Blind Mice Mart https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Home
>
> Perkins Brailler http://www.perkins.org/store/braillers/
>
> Mountbatten Brailler http://mountbattenbrailler.com/
>
> Braille, eBooks and Audio Books
> Seedlings Braille http://www.seedlings.org/
>
> Bookshare https://www.bookshare.org/
>
> Learning Ally http://www.learningally.org/
>
> RoboBraille (converting documents) http://robobraille.org/frontpage
>
> Lutheran Braille Workers (free religious books) http://www.lbwinc.org/
>
> American Printing House http://www.aph.org/
>
> Other Sources of Children's Braille Books
> http://www.afb.org/section.aspx?FolderID=2&SectionID=6&DocumentID=1249
>
> Audible http://www.audible.com/
>
> Talking Books http://www.loc.gov/nls/tbt/index.html
>
> LibriVox http://librivox.org/
>
> Project Gutenberg http://www.gutenberg.org/
>
> Toys Blind Kids Like
> List of toys for disabled children
> http://www.afb.org/section.aspx?SectionID=82
>
> National Organization of Parents of Blind Children list of toys
> http://nfb.org/nopbc-good-toys-blind-kids
>
> How Does a Blind Child Play?
> http://www.blindchildren.org/edu_dev/3_2_2.html
>
> Videos on Blindness Skills
> Washington State School for the Blind
> http://www.youtube.com/user/WAStSchBlnd
>
> Finding Used Gear
> Blind Bargains http://www.blindbargains.com/
>
> Recycled Aids for the Visually Impaired
> http://www.facebook.com/groups/184351638314293/
>
> Also try eBay or Craigslist.
>
> Software and Technology
> Kurzweil Text-to-Speech http://www.kurzweiledu.com/default.html
>
> NVDA (free screen reader) http://www.nvda-project.org/
>
> JAWS (most common screen reader)
> http://www.freedomscientific.com/products/fs/jaws- product-page.asp
>
> Using VoiceOver on Apple Products
> http://www.apple.com/accessibility/voiceover/
>
> Braille Software http://duxburysystems.com/
>
> Funding Sources
> Lion's Club
> http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/our-work/sight-programs/assistance-requests.php
>
> State Schools and Commissions for the Blind
> http://sdsbvi.northern.edu/wwwresources/list.htm
>
> Grants and Scholarships for Blind Children
> http://www.afb.org/section.aspx?Documentid=1845
>
> ##
>
> GW Micro Launches GWSkype
>
> Fort Wayne, Indiana (December 19, 2011) - GW Micro, Inc.
> (www.gwmicro.com)
> announced a major innovation today for the blind and visually impaired
> community. GW Micro, developers of Window-Eyes, the most powerful screen
> reader available, have developed GWSkype - a Window-Eyes app that makes
> Skype
> accessible to all blind and visually impaired people who use a Windows
> computer.
>
> Skype is a peer-to-peer service that allows users to call and message
> others via the Internet. Skype users may also call other landlines for a
> fee.
> While Skype has been around for years, its constantly changing user
> interface has been extremely difficult for blind and visually impaired
> users.
> "Each time the user interface changes, we have to completely write new a
> new
> Window-Eyes app to account for the changes," said Dan Weirich, Vice
> President of Sales and Marketing for GW Micro. "These constant changes
> make it
> difficult or impossible for blind and visually impaired consumers to
> continue
> using the Skype service."
>
> The new GWSkype app will always make the Skype service available to blind
> and visually impaired computer users regardless of new versions of Skype
> that are released. The GWSkype app is a Window-Eyes app and demonstrates
> the
> power of Window-Eyes apps unmatched by any of its competitors. As
> Christmas is approaching, GW Micro is releasing the GWSkype app to all
> blind and
> visually impaired users who are running Windows at no cost. So, even a
> consumer not running Window-Eyes can still download and use the GWSkype
> app.
>
> "We believe that this is a special time of year and we want to give
> back,"
> said Weirich. "GWSkype is a special gift from GW Micro to all blind and
> visually impaired users of Windows".
>
> The GWSkype app can be downloaded at http://www.gwmicro.com/apps/gwskype.
> You can download the GWSkype live webinar and product demonstration at
> www.gwmicro.com/podcast.
>
> GW Micro has been a trusted pioneer in the adaptive technology industry
> since 1990, and continues to lead with innovative, customer driven
> solutions.
>
> Skype™ is a trademark of Skype Technologies S.A.
>
> Contact:
> Dan Weirich, VP of Sales and Marketing
> dan at gwmicro.com
> (260) 489-3671
>
> ##
>
> On the quarterly TSA Disability Coalition teleconference held last week,
> we informed our members that TSA planned to launch TSA Cares, a toll-free
> helpline to provide information and assistance to passengers with
> disabilities and medical conditions and their families before they fly.
> We are excited
> to announce that TSA Cares is now available and accepting calls.
>
> Travelers may call TSA Cares toll free at 1-855-787-2227 prior to
> traveling with questions about screening policies, procedures and what to
> expect at
> the security checkpoint. Travelers who are deaf or hard of hearing can
> use
> a relay service to contact TSA Cares or can e-mail
> TSA-ContactCenter at dhs.gov.
>
> The hours of operation for the TSA Cares helpline are Monday through
> Friday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. EST, excluding federal holidays. After hours,
> travelers
> can find information about traveling with disabilities and medical needs
> on
> TSA's website at:
> http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/disabilityandmedicalneeds/
>
> When a passenger with a disability or medical condition calls TSA Cares,
> a
> representative will provide assistance, either with information about
> screening that is relevant to the passenger's specific disability or
> medical
> condition, or the passenger may be referred to disability experts at TSA.
> TSA
> recommends that passengers call approximately 72 hours ahead of travel so
> that TSA Cares has the opportunity to coordinate checkpoint support with
> a
> TSA Customer Service Manager located at the airport when necessary.
>
> TSA will issue a press release regarding TSA Cares later today, as well
> as
> making information about TSA Cares available on www.tsa.gov. We will
> provide you with the specific link to TSA Cares information when it
> becomes
> active, as well as a link to the official press release.
>
> We urge you to spread the word about TSA Cares so that those you
> represent
> have access to information about screening that is specific to their
> disabilities or medical conditions. As always, the staff from the Office
> of
> Disability Policy and Outreach will be available to you to assist with
> disseminating information about TSA Cares.
>
> Thank you for your continued participation and support. We look forward
> to
> improving the screening experience for passengers through TSA Cares.
>
> Sincerely,
>
> Kimberly Walton, Special Counselor
> Transportation Security Administration
>
> ##
>
> Computers for the Blind
> Here is your chance to have a powerful computer with software allowing
> blind and visually challenged persons to be able to join family and
> friends,
> doing what they are doing.
> Each computer comes complete with monitor, keyboard, mouse, speakers, and
> all associated cables. It also comes with preloaded software. Software
> includes: Open Office for word processing/book keeping, NVDA screen
> reader,
> demo version of Window-Eyes (will function for 30 minutes before computer
> restart), and 60 day demo version of ZoomText. For a donation of only
> $100, the
> Texas Center for the Visually Challenged will send your newly refurbished
> computer right to your door. As of this morning, they have sent over
> 4,100
> computers to visually impaired individuals. Computers can only be shipped
> to the United States or Canada.
> Call Lee Mann at 214 340 6328 for full information. Please pass this
> information on to other people who may need an inexpensive, fully
> accessible
> computer.
>
> ##
>
> Horizons for the Blind, a Crystal Lake, Ill based not-for-profit
> organization, announces the launch of directionsformeTM
> (directionsforme.org), an
> exciting new Internet based service that makes consumer packaging
> information
> available in an accessible online format for people who are blind,
> visually impaired or simply have trouble reading the increasingly small
> print on
> packages or labels.
> There are limited resources, if any, for visually impaired consumers to
> access this information. Many websites are not designed to be fully or
> even
> partly accessible for text-to-speech screen readers, Braille output
> devices,
> screen magnifiers and web-enabled cell phones.
> This important information is often ignored because of the difficulty in
> seeing it. Some of this information is of a convenient nature but drug
> interaction and allergy warnings could be life threatening. Gaining
> comprehensive access will foster self sufficiency and allow consumers to
> lead more
> healthy and independent lives.
> directionsforMeTM was designed specifically for the blind and visually
> impaired consumer and employs innovative methods to simplify the user
> experience.
> Skip to Main Content: Allows you to bypass repetitive information
> contained on each web page.
> Subject Headings: Lets you go directly to the information you want
> without
> wading through content you do not.
> Formatting: After consulting and testing with actual users, information
> on
> the directions site is set up in the most efficient and understandable
> way
> possible.
> The Directions website will address a glaring disconnect between consumer
> product manufacturers and this underserved population.
> The easy-to-use format makes directionsforMeTM appealing to a wide range
> of consumers. With the amount of information on consumer products
> increasing
> dramatically and the print size decreasing just as significantly, many
> consumers, particularly the growing senior population, are having trouble
> reading the information on packages and labels.
> Through a licensing agreement with Gladson, Directions features over
> 300,000 products in food, health and beauty and general merchandise
> categories.
> It provides consumers a consistent, one-stop source for preparation
> directions, nutrition facts, ingredients, allergy/drug interaction
> warnings and more.
>
> ##
>
> Books And Beyond is a show that plays on ACB Radio each weekend. It's
> hosted by Bonnie Blose, and we talk to authors, editors, publishers and
> other
> creative and interesting people. Sometimes the shows are blindness
> related
> and sometimes they're not. All Books And Beyond shows will be archived at
> www.accessibleworld.org on The Books And Beyond archives page. You can
> still
> call 773-572-3166 and hear them on the phone as they become available.
> For
> questions, email Nancy Lynn at freespirit.stl at att.net
>
> ###
>
> CHAT LINES
>
> USA Talk Net has 9 open rooms where callers can interact in a variety of
> ways. In room 9, games such as Scunk, hang man, bible and football trivia
> are played, and room 6 is where you can find Rhythm N Blues. 712-432-3683
>
> ##
>
> Michael would like to welcome everyone to the Mid-Night Express. There,
> you can win gift cards twice a month, listen to music, audio descriptive
> movies, play games, and have live chats. 712-432-4856
>
>
> ##
>
> Podcast Palace 712-432-6457 Welcome to the podcast palace. We have
> podcasting, voice mailboxes, and message boards. Our podcast include OTR,
> movies,
> books, and TV shows. If you have any podcasting request but them in the
> administration mailbox. We have a breakfast club that meets in room one
> on
> Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. E.S.T. to 10 a.m. E.S.T. We
> also
> have general chat in room one at night from 9 p.m. E.S.T. to 11 p.m.
> E.S.T.
> Come and join us, check out our line, and podcast to your heart's
> content.
>
>
> ##
>
> Gospel Connection chat line, new last Christmas. Looking for people to
> join. It's very positive, no cursing or anything like that. You can quote
> bible verses, play music, and there's a recipe room. The owner's name is
> Meda.
> 218 936 2093. Press # and then 3. When the phone clicks that is the
> signal
> to get on the board, which is 2255. You can have mailboxes as well.
>
> ##
>
> Hello Ziegler readers! Eric Calhoun here to remind you that the Holidays
> are fast approaching! And that means 773-572-2658, options 1, 2, and 3
> will
> once again become your official Holiday-music station! You'll hear
> timeless
> favorites like Jose Feliciano's "Feliz Navidad," Bandaid's "Do They Know
> It's Christmas?", Toby Keith, featuring Sammy Hagar, "Santa's Going
> South,"
> "Mi Burrito Sabanero," and many, many more! Plus, we may even play your
> Holiday greetings on the show! It's all to say "thank you" for supporting
> Philmore Productions, Voice Mail, and Net-By-Phone! Please be listening
> sometime after November 1st, at about or after 3 A.M., Eastern. And from
> our house
> to yours, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, and Happy New
> Year!
>
> ##
>
> Hello, from the love emporium! We are at: 712-432-6425. We are proud to
> say we have a wonderful line that reaches out to people whether they are
> disabled or not. we have support groups movies, music, inspiration,
> games, and
> much more. Please join us and let's try to make a difference in the world
> in our own small way. thank you from angelrose and friends.
>
> ##
>
> Podcast Palace 712-432-6457 This is a line for only podcasting and voice
> mailboxes. If you have any request, put a message in the administration
> box.
> Our podcast includes OTR, books, TV shows, and movies. Come in, listen,
> and enjoy to your heart's content.
>
> ##
>
> Lala's day and night laid back cafe lounge of fun, offers great people to
> talk to no matter the race, as long as you are 18 and over. Chances to
> own
> rooms are available too, and you can enquire about ownership by calling
> 773-597-4322. To join the line for chatting, call 712-432-4829.
>
> ##
>
> Cozey has a spiritual chatline which features a blind leading the blind
> meeting where all are welcomed. You can reach the Kingdom Experience at
> 773-687-8004.
>
> ##
>
> Hello welcome to Heaven's gate. Heaven's gate has a new number. It is
> 712-432-6492. I have Sunday School, at 11:00 AM Eastern time, Sunday
> morning
> worship service at 11:50 AM eastern time, Sunday night service, at 7:00
> PM
> eastern time, Wednesday night prayer service at 8:00 PM eastern time,
> this
> comes from the Trinity Baptist Church in Oxford, Alabama. If you have any
> questions, you may ask Anita the line owner and she will be happy to help
> you.
> On this line, we have 5 boards, those boards are, the main board, the
> prayer request board, the friendship board, the birthday board, and the
> inspirational board. I also have podcasts, such as, movies, books, music,
> and TV
> shows for your listening pleasure. I also have sermons as well as other
> things to listen too. So come one and all! This is a drama free line.
>
> ##
>
> I am looking for people who will like a room on my line. It is a
> Christian
> chat line. We have bible study on Saturday at 7pm central time and also
> we
> have church conference on Tuesday at 8pm. The number is 1-712-432-4823
> room 1.
>
> ##
>
> Okay everybody, there is a new chatline out called the red world. If you
> want to go on it the number is (712) 432-5944 I know that all of you will
> enjoy this chatline. Check it out. Also there is a chatline that is
> called
> Dimensions. The chatline is run by Billy as well as Blind Faith. To go on
> that line, call (712) 432-5923. Thank you. Juanita
>
> ##
>
> Join a Free voice Chat Community on the Web!
>
> Hey Folks! Would you like to have lots of fun and meet other blind or
> visually impaired individuals from across the country and around the
> world? Do
> you like challenging interactive games, old time radio, adaptive cooking
> techniques, a book club, chess instruction, product presentations, real
> time technical assistance with your computer, Bible Study, a weekly
> talent
> showcase, programs to learn about the iPhone, and lots and lots more?
>
> Our community is made up of a set of free voice chat rooms that are
> extremely user friendly, and all you need is a microphone to get started!
> To
> become a member and join our Out-Of-Sight free chat community go to the
> website, at, www.out-of-sight.net
> hope to see you soon! "Catch the vision--it's Out of Sight!"
>
> ##
>
> Audio Connection
> The Audio Connection has moved to a new number, 712-432-4851. We offer a
> breakfast club Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in room 2 at 9 a.m. We
> also
> play various games, have recorded books, streaming of a radio show in
> room
> 6 on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 E.S.T., and various other activities planned
> for the future. Come and check us out and have a good time. If you want to
> help run a room then come in room 1 and talk to Brenda.
>
> ##
>
> Mytelespace. For more information and to sign up call (832) 999-8600 or
> go
> to mytelespace.com
>
> ##
>
> Are you a Stephen King fan or wrestling fan or graphic audio fan? If so
> call the matchat line at 712 432 6444. The podcast menu can be found in
> option 4 and you can have your own VM box. Will is the line owner and he
> is cool
> too. Have a good one.
>
>
> ##
>
> Introducing the new number for the Secret Garden. 712-432-6454. The
> Secret
> Garden is a place where you can go to relax and be yourself. It is the
> adult hideaway where you can make new friends and start a community. The
> Garden is fully equipped with live chat rooms like "The
> Lucky Seven Lounge", and "The Grant Garden Lounge". Each live room has
> its
> own message board, so each room can be its own world. The line also has a
> podcast center where you can listen to music, comedy, movies, and other
> programming. You can also visit the general message
> boards. These boards are topic driven. We have a dating board, a tech
> board, a freedom of speech board and much more. You can also establish
> your own
> voicemail box. The Garden can be used for special meetings and other
> events. Come one, come all to the Secret Garden, and bring your friends.
> 712-432-6454. While we expect everyone to be respectful, adult content
> may
> sometimes be heard. Make your own choices and use discretion. Like us on
> Facebook.
> The Secret Garden Phone Chat
>
> ##
>
> There is a wonderful chat room for those of us who are primarily in our
> 20's 30's and forties, but everyone is welcome. Who knows you just might
> meet
> a special someone if you are single or just find great friends to talk to
> if you are already in a loving relationship call and join us at
> 712 432 4848 and the room number is 3. Hope to see you there.
>
> ##
>
> If you can't beat them join them. Two chat lines merge to provide awesome
> caller experience. How would you like games every night, coffee with
> friends every morning, and friends who stay up half the night? What about
> weekly
> magazines, lots of awesome movies and books, and a podcast person who
> takes
> requests? Lela and Pat have joined forces to create just the zone for
> you.
> Room activities will be hosted on The Phone Zone, 218-936-2081. More
> podcasts than you could ever watch will be hosted on The Podcast Zone,
> 218-936-2075, formerly known as The Yak Shack. Lela and Pat are good
> friends and we
> want to be your friend too. See you soon.
>
> ##
>
> Lauriann invites people over 18 to join The Jungle, a Chatline for social
> networking purposes. They discuss topics such as music, books, and
> general
> issues specific to the blind community, all with the intent to provide an
> outlet for those who are interested.
> Call 712-432-5154
>
> ##
>
> To join in some of the best chat groups around, please call Mike's place
> at:1-218-936-2053 On Sunday's at 4-PM Eastern there's the Friends of
> Reading
> Our Way and More Phone Conference. We talk about reading books, writing
> books, and all the different ways of doing it. We include everyone
> sighted
> blind, or any disability. Please pass the word. The room code for this
> group
> is: 2665 Pound.
>
> To join a great Seeing Eye Grad phone conference dial in to Mike's place:
> 1-218-936-2053 on Weds day evening at: 7-PM eastern, or Saturday
> afternoon's at 4-PM eastern. When calling in enter the room code: 733 464
> 393 pound
>
> the moderator for that group is Mike Tate, and you may not come unless
> you
> are a graduate of the Seeing Eye. Unless you're cleared by the mod.
>
> To join the newest Group, Freedom For the Blind: FFB please call in to
> Mikes Place: 1-218-936-2053 on the second Monday of each month, at; 8-PM
> eastern the room code: 3733 pound.
> I'm Patty Fletcher, and I'm the mod for the Reading Group and for the FFB
> group. I also attend the seeing Eye grad group. I have a guide whom I am
> very pleased with. Have a great day everyone, and for more info about
> these
> groups, email me at: campbell04 at charter.net
>
>
> ##
>
> Visit the hottest, most happening place around on the web where the blind
> community will be inspired and entertained!
>
> It's the BlindCafe.net and it's a great place to learn, laugh, chat and
> make long lasting friendships with people from around the world. There is
> always someone to greet you with a friendly smile night and day. It's
> totally
> free! Come and try out our awesome music, trivia games, tutorials, and
> interactive chats, and a whole lot more! It's totally accessible and easy
> to
> use.
>
> For more info, please Visit us at: www.BlindCafe.net
>
> It's the site where our members matter.
>
> ##
>
> The Chat Oasis, A refuge from the norm. 1-712-432-3645.
>
> We as the line owners are available most of the time. The usual chat line
> rules are enforced. We have games, sports talk, and other events going on
> weekly.
>
> Please come join us at The Chat Oasis. A chat line for the disabled.
> Designed for the visually impaired but all disabilities are welcome. Call
> 1-712-432-3645.
>
> ##
>
> Hello,
>
> Two computer chat sites are:
> www.vipconduit.com (Free membership is available, but $20 per year adds
> additional privileges)
> and
> www.for-the-people.com (Membership is free).
>
> ###
>
> EVENTS
>
> The Organization of The Visually Impaired Expressing Women's Issues
> Necessary for Growth
> (VIEWING)
>
> Presents
>
> Shopping and Tour to QVC Studio Park
> 1200 Wilson Drive MC 168
> Westchester, PA 19380
>
> February 8, 2014 to February 9, 2014
>
> Round Trip, includes hotel and tour cost of QVC
>
> Price: $160.00 per person donating to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
> (LLS) which funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world while
> improving the quality of life of patients and their families.
> &
> The Brail Enrichment for Literacy and Learning (BELL) governed by the
> National Federation of the Blind introducing children to Braille, who are
> losing sight or have low vision.
>
> Please submit your down payment of $65.00 by December 13, 2013
> Final payments are due by February 3, 2014
> (No Refunds – Replacements Only)
>
> Bus will depart at 6:00 A.M. and will return 5:00 P.M. the next day
>
> Pick-Up Location will be announced at a later time
>
> For more information, please contact:
> Suzanne M. Turner 216-990-6199
> Christal Turner, 216-224-1760
>
>
>
> Get ready for the holiday season and learn new ways to make it
> memorable for your kids and family by joining the ACB Families
> affiliate as we discuss in an open-forum format our favorite family
> traditions. Come share what you do to bring your family closer
> together. Whether its your favorite foods, your decorating diva ideas,
> or if you do something that you look forward to every year, we want to
> hear all about it. Come share the traditions that make your family
> unique.
> Join us on Sunday November 24 at 9:15 pm est, 6:15 pm pacific. The
> call in number is:
> 267-507-0400 and the call code is 294444
>
> ##
>
> Science Sense Tours - New York City: American Museum of Natural History
>
> Visitors who are blind or partially sighted are invited to attend this
> program, held monthly in the Museum galleries. Specially trained Museum
> tour
> guides highlight specific themes and exhibition halls, engaging
> participants
> through extensive verbal descriptions and touchable objects.
>
> Science Sense is free with Museum admission.
>
> Science Sense tours are available to individuals or groups. Space is
> limited and advance registration is required. Programs may be subject to
> change.
>
> For additional information or to register for a Science Sense tour,
> please
> call (212)313-7565 or emailaccessibility at amnh.org
>
> ###
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>
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