[Nfbc-info] {Disarmed} August 2013: Refresh, Renew, Reinvigorate

Wed Aug 7 17:08:45 UTC 2013

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August 2013

Check out our Online LightHouse Calendar

Keep up-to-date on the dozens of fun, educational and interesting community classes, workshops, training courses and events we offer. To learn how to play guitar, backpack with blindness or practice some new Yoga moves, bookmark our calendar at http://bit.ly/lhcalendar.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0aEzhepdn-ad3ho_tmRyPyzNN1nkp-piuZLgwx1Sv-WNRZeK0c4DKF_rYwr0z7MkAJUn4q17A9oGDqIRoTynlPmUT4PhLleGbaTDPsGkj51ROP6TKr6ilIcdyB2uvC7Aa0YAlj0HXfcD4xP92XdBh295uA56ITpOxkiIEJns_lLbmdh3Vw3wBYm8Fjv7EVFMMQVGi9ASRZZe7wNfYCFMiAOumn8GsY7WUQD0GiqL_Q4yQaZXUI6IhZWazep03VO2xgCsZ1ch0Wm9g==>

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Reinvigorate Yourself - Sign up Now for Week Long Confidence Building Class at Enchanted Hills<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0b9saWpOsSUB3E7n4-NxfAGIlS1MKwyPwnUpDFN1NpFtlyE_rNsT2OMoh3HNm5N3Ssd5gug6zE09t1Vor8asAvljrcjiZMIhsEDfcEYUkF-WFBZioG9Japc5MgC2JpcGzXgK2T3a87Ph8mWi-fiSM0p9vnDV5zzKwiFrTUPiLeHRjL8pum_VtjH_YYqY8Z5xhzVQcNvmvNMCAN5Em8k_tmZfzHe8m22txn6HsgW0V0vxzzA0VIypr0Ux1hF0p1OlqzdE5-lDX8DFdSlXblgzsj2>
[June 2013 Changing Life Immersion Class]

Our June Immersion class: students, teachers and volunteers pose for a photo under the shady trees of Enchanted Hills, canes leaning to the right in synchronicity (photo credit: Lorraine Miller-Wolf)

We are coming off the heels of the June Changing Vision Changing Life Class with great enthusiasm and can't wait until September 8 for our next class to begin.  Will you be there?<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0b9saWpOsSUB3E7n4-NxfAGIlS1MKwyPwnUpDFN1NpFtlyE_rNsT2OMoh3HNm5N3Ssd5gug6zE09t1Vor8asAvljrcjiZMIhsEDfcEYUkF-WFBZioG9Japc5MgC2JpcGzXgK2T3a87Ph8mWi-fiSM0p9vnDV5zzKwiFrTUPiLeHRjL8pum_VtjH_YYqY8Z5xhzVQcNvmvNMCAN5Em8k_tmZfzHe8m22txn6HsgW0V0vxzzA0VIypr0Ux1hF0p1OlqzdE5-lDX8DFdSlXblgzsj2>

 Retreat for Blind Veterans<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0bC9DICyOSdbw4CQt9ylQDdL2rZvLkcLnD6Y2kd1CY1s7VburJHnZGqY-VtHiyC4MT3xo5RqP0iqCBDmgV9jGosijFb2RmAPkbZLTjPnz_pk6KUVffMYWyo8x9K8BV8msi1gBd-SmPLftF6nbgIAjaITiwEHE9-odNW95AJRqF1GAbokBDswmFwE7fzrqaLvGxpPJu5iS8Q9iyQTz9YX9CPS1uf3n5-RBSI0hu5N3tyKqlq4IiI4-EWD-kVLehBmSsInqJm_b1tpisOAOUNaBZ4>

In partnership with the Veterans Administration, Enchanted Hills is planning to host a retreat for  blind and visually impaired veterans in November, 2013. The retreat is designed to bring veterans together from the Bay Area and beyond to convene, identify resources and provide opportunities to build a  community of support. If you are a veteran or know of someone that may benefit from this retreat please contact Tony Fletcher at (415) 694-7319 or tfletcher at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:tfletcher at lighthouse-sf.org>.

 Are you Looking for a Cool and Wet Outdoor Adventure This Summer?<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0Zo-mEF19uxZzNFALDP7VKcmMN9b0YTYPZwOfb9V4mIBwCqSf_SQuCpHz8V2P77nvsPv6Z_4WsAahgrmQhlvaayhMlTCXlB9UdJpefwh26UKAcqzu7neCBACTyP33q0mbU2PtpyqAB70oVoGAG1-5ACP0AqSmvcsbLOJKY17G85YyK4QJj9zp6TufGG6ZqC_eZ2gESZu_KJITl5u4d_dam7pBDv1D1mmSzsehDzThFHc6SaTflXy5-QQ4MkKiBZHcR-NCpOnS67iioN2GnMp7OM>
[Priscilla Jimenez in kayak]

LightHouse Youth Program participant Priscilla Jimenez in kayak with guide

Please register by August 5!
Come enjoy an exciting kayak excursion at the Willow Creek Recreation Area with LightHouse for the Blind!

Who: Blind and Low Vision Youth, ages 8-18
When: August 10, 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Kayak Lessons 11:00 to 3:00 p.m.)

Read more about this kayak excursion.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0Zo-mEF19uxZzNFALDP7VKcmMN9b0YTYPZwOfb9V4mIBwCqSf_SQuCpHz8V2P77nvsPv6Z_4WsAahgrmQhlvaayhMlTCXlB9UdJpefwh26UKAcqzu7neCBACTyP33q0mbU2PtpyqAB70oVoGAG1-5ACP0AqSmvcsbLOJKY17G85YyK4QJj9zp6TufGG6ZqC_eZ2gESZu_KJITl5u4d_dam7pBDv1D1mmSzsehDzThFHc6SaTflXy5-QQ4MkKiBZHcR-NCpOnS67iioN2GnMp7OM> RSVP to: Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator at jgump at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:jgump at lighthouse-sf.org>  or (415) 694-7372. Space is limited to 8 participants. Please register by August 5.

 Take Me Out to the Ballgame! Register Now for August 8th Giants Game for Blind and Low Vision Youth<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YxWamgwL_C6vot24i9q3v0NGhIqOyXGrRFPZxGNmu1x3txrDHaU_fE_2mDDGhV-u-3XFjpidaa-yoleNBCFdB3IAFZKAKjZB3NJDidJ4_lt6HqaziCoREOrJDRYUr3GOk150GuRZaqWevV_K6VeW9XjSvJ2fzYJMN1_8G8ZC6-eS3p2S2H1bKGYAasaUzNdXAuZEVaxNR2NIufvg4_KaZ3jYHWjCeLZmQEa9q-g4y9AGKbucjR_QcmDWKMlGZFhMTMVmFvkGDMAg==>

[Giants Logo]

Please register by August 5!
If you're a blind or low vision youth between the ages of 8 and 18, we'd like to invite you to join us as we head over to AT&T Park on August 8th for a fun-filled afternoon of World Champion Giants Baseball. Help us cheer on Buster and the boys<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YxWamgwL_C6vot24i9q3v0NGhIqOyXGrRFPZxGNmu1x3txrDHaU_fE_2mDDGhV-u-3XFjpidaa-yoleNBCFdB3IAFZKAKjZB3NJDidJ4_lt6HqaziCoREOrJDRYUr3GOk150GuRZaqWevV_K6VeW9XjSvJ2fzYJMN1_8G8ZC6-eS3p2S2H1bKGYAasaUzNdXAuZEVaxNR2NIufvg4_KaZ3jYHWjCeLZmQEa9q-g4y9AGKbucjR_QcmDWKMlGZFhMTMVmFvkGDMAg==> in orange and black as they take on the Milwaukee Brewers. For more information, or to RSVP for this event, please contact Jamey Gump, Youth Services Coordinator at (415) 694-7372 or by email at jgump at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:jgump at lighthouse-sf.org>.

Brailled Giants Schedules Still Available<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0a2zFUGCQYhDfu50gr8IeAEhDYonBHHmWnpEEuAVm7L5jf4_2Ev5WaLUl4myYsAYjVYYDsxDKKi2HaSr4xCCWqWcnTVqiFUFaMQnuRgptqVdhblRcSnzuWFkSd5FTjT0f9yXQzVz9tKUBWGK7nMsxk5FWuucqGYN2UwLskUl8adbVXpk1C8W3Zg98JNmLrujQnVekhAbPmz1CW9hWzcSpA3zlbC7atRJPhwpiRr6dDj9FktMCT_i3zaFb52XAVKnoMBIjN6A-5ynw==>

The LightHouse has provided KNBR radio station with brailled copies of the Giants 2013 game schedule and there are still copies available. If you'd like a copy, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to:

KNBR Promotions-Braille Schedule

55 Hawthorne Street, Suite #1000

San Francisco, CA 94105

[dog in bath]

Dog covered in suds sits in an old fashioned metal bathtub

LightHouse Guide Doggie Wash<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZggRHXltyj8PdrnsfZrKiwPp0yWxZHB52pDca0onKKpOyIUrR58wlgV4lvxhnawd1tULOvvpZDDPXfHzL1EP88NHJ_xOWFRNTm7QTt-2W9uXZVOJKNZ42bzOK0g-IzafpbyGuaS_ErMDLE42cKpHHBfaqThpbRwtw8mHROUjVEuRJiA5_JGtIMjEwTD713CcYtn4c2AKoJrhEPAgGkqq350vnPTeYn6AAuJLxFy68H7buJJzvv9CQtra6iaAXWvHsDTBu954EY8w==>

In September we are hosting a Guide Dog Wash. Mingle with other dog owners and leave with a clean and happy pooch. Just bring your guide dog to the Please Touch Community Garden, which is practically next door to LightHouse San Francisco Headquarters, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. We will provide refreshments for you and

your furry friend.

When: September 28, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Where: Please Touch Garden, 165 Grove Street

Suggested donation: $5.00

Refreshments provided.

No need to RSVP, just bring your dog guide!

Proceeds will be used to fund the LightHouse Dog Health Assistance Program.

[Superfest logo]

Enjoy an Evening of Laughter and Discussion at Superfest 2013<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0amJyMHjQ5epeZ9e00Y9BBFJ-cb6T2WllXd5_EN3Fl4H_lppMmnPI2bG0iuWlgGTt48IXTBx7GsD_SmmL9Pu4H6HeDyYZKEMzCX2zLpfNjejJfAt_0kx64fMtKso9ompoCFLWh4SnQTnUqpiFMGiotu7BxZ_8so_n214DTvFshAzqCkzxE3jVKNAoSRoaP5ae7hqDq-t-wi-j5Pk4QhrTi0anqjVHWU1nk4T_i7ms7BQQJmZPveuwLYImSpKRDKSVi0lZf3MVgMhA==>

Come one, come all to the Superfest International Disability Film Festival's special presentation of "the Dissies" - an evening of some of the silver screen's most laughable foibles of disability in film. We've collected nominations for films that miss the mark because of their poor portrayals of disabilities in film.

Superfest is sure to be a hoot and a holler for people of all disabilities and for those without disabilities. At the end of the event the audience will have an opportunity to vote for the most "dissed" film of the evening. Please come out and help us "dis" the films that should never have been.

When: October 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Where: The Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 (between Valencia & Guerrero)

Hosts: LightHouse for the Blind and The Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability

Concession: We will be selling popcorn and refreshments (including beer and wine)

Cost: $10.00 per ticket (no one will be turned away for lack of funds)

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 Adaptations Store Temporarily Closed<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0a9wUAWEQ6YO0ZJ_Uq-gBAkMqon2iR_VmnbrwtbkUlUTl-C6ZW_kv8gewwi6ljjmr_2Uw7ZUWMYIimHZWVY2_pnqO7AmYM9kzlW5Gkfo8oZmpMQd2ARdKGzDpy1cQ5DsqXLk-5OjklHQtWAOI4i7951I788CH88LK8b2IedK0hmE-FaV2oqqJsNVnLG-xiBcaAv80qMRUn4zqpBzounrKm2crmu9JRwMP8dyrecL_XXGWTauySTBxTMVOg23qStQ73w2GzlA57QCx9RZePx_I3Y>

The LightHouse Store, Adaptations will be closed temporarily while we upgrade our systems and inventory to better serve our community and build better capacity for our online presence. We apologize for the inconvenience. We plan to re-open the store on Tuesday, September 3rd. If you have already placed an order and are checking on its status, please call (415) 694-7301 and leave a message with your name, phone number and details of your order and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Enchanted Hills Camp Open House Celebrates Friendships, Old and New<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YiKABZbPihfQ-m724Sdn-LRryz_YlVf9hBB-wMDdhU358l6ci9CsmFNVa99hwZplK0gjhisbU9N71yo-g1ybuq5iDUI4QJN7hOYbH-BCObtgoqZCvnhp_CDXvkpp4jx3TBB1AodkGaxW7IrCtGLh6AiGLBOwU8ZEOR7AzLVoYuK36mx8LhZ_CDmcC6o1_55gJxJ2cTRTSrQJSUC63ZJek8j1lwHEB9uB7WQAvobY7SD2TyOAH8MO-_qxnbX3-yS_LP-YQ8mKz7oI_Ar5N5op_t>

Over 200 friends, neighbors and campers gathered together for our first Open House at Enchanted Hills Camp<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YiKABZbPihfQ-m724Sdn-LRryz_YlVf9hBB-wMDdhU358l6ci9CsmFNVa99hwZplK0gjhisbU9N71yo-g1ybuq5iDUI4QJN7hOYbH-BCObtgoqZCvnhp_CDXvkpp4jx3TBB1AodkGaxW7IrCtGLh6AiGLBOwU8ZEOR7AzLVoYuK36mx8LhZ_CDmcC6o1_55gJxJ2cTRTSrQJSUC63ZJek8j1lwHEB9uB7WQAvobY7SD2TyOAH8MO-_qxnbX3-yS_LP-YQ8mKz7oI_Ar5N5op_t>.

[Tony and Luciana Profaca]

Camp Director Tony Fletcher (left) and LightHouse Board member Luciana Profaca

Scenes from Family Camp<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZrkJ8IVh4cyUr3-rqRsIfRUk4X61hdx68FW5hMbbOBGITqf_h8pKweHjPnOoIfWNelfeVAzjPlXYWYfDUqLUrd_VXEM6nzG-DOylojWmceBQfrqq3x9S3q8G172Ul9xFaVpVRLmwyoSLhX9hqBCmODs-6uqNm4QGASW6WzSa7a6QMZ1Q9R8jOUWnYuiAkZ1RUx6hzA3PfFImlso1e4ufjxoK4bH-GxBONyhyM-j84Iw0wlfEy9cyuEVHxf15u5RLlceBu3poIMDA==>

In 2013 the LightHouse quadrupled the number of family camps because of their great demand and connection with our other programs. All filled up completely.  We thought you might enjoy a few postcards from this summer<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZrkJ8IVh4cyUr3-rqRsIfRUk4X61hdx68FW5hMbbOBGITqf_h8pKweHjPnOoIfWNelfeVAzjPlXYWYfDUqLUrd_VXEM6nzG-DOylojWmceBQfrqq3x9S3q8G172Ul9xFaVpVRLmwyoSLhX9hqBCmODs-6uqNm4QGASW6WzSa7a6QMZ1Q9R8jOUWnYuiAkZ1RUx6hzA3PfFImlso1e4ufjxoK4bH-GxBONyhyM-j84Iw0wlfEy9cyuEVHxf15u5RLlceBu3poIMDA==>.

[Miel McGrath]

Young Miel McGrath, who is just three-and-a-half, walks
with her white cane through the Main Hall

Enchanted Hills Camp Staff
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[EHC Staff]

Counseling staff, kitchen staff and volunteers pose in green camp t-shirts with Camp Director Tony Fletcher (in black shirt). Over 60 percent of our camp staff are blind or visually impaired. Most live in the Bay Area but some come as far away as North Carolina and Maryland.

Enchanted Hills Camp Wishlist<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0aeK7tSO29W5amGHEGFuSbU2f8w4zCqAzfLibLxSoQtWMJEOBwTUfI7WbG4ylam4uDdc9JImXa1agvnXiMXL7zzs0NdPd-0Sw6uJTOueRlbDsYt-4Ythe2vLXDJcYnnLWfZYXvmr1mKcAj_k1zzsiIp5khJJKgtbcMtImYZjbaQepp9BMyZLqegibazS4trYmgduv-OwRi1VIxng7meT4ylAmQN6kfPPPX-e5W4BWVjTW54jNdRkoSVoVPg6qRKhbOrvAq4Gl7fYBjsQBi8Ud1t>

We have a request. Would you check your home or garage to see if you might have any of the following items we are in need of for Enchanted Hills Camp? Don't forget that your in-kind donation may be tax-deductible!  We've posted our list here.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0aeK7tSO29W5amGHEGFuSbU2f8w4zCqAzfLibLxSoQtWMJEOBwTUfI7WbG4ylam4uDdc9JImXa1agvnXiMXL7zzs0NdPd-0Sw6uJTOueRlbDsYt-4Ythe2vLXDJcYnnLWfZYXvmr1mKcAj_k1zzsiIp5khJJKgtbcMtImYZjbaQepp9BMyZLqegibazS4trYmgduv-OwRi1VIxng7meT4ylAmQN6kfPPPX-e5W4BWVjTW54jNdRkoSVoVPg6qRKhbOrvAq4Gl7fYBjsQBi8Ud1t> If you can donate, please contact Tony Fletcher at 415-694-7365 or  tfletcher at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:tfletcher at lighthouse-sf.org>. Thank you!

 Cycle for Sight - Our Greatest Success Yet!<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YD5VqGuX_V5dNoZw6HMeWcFCG0haIP0ulLBi4td4vwni1e9F9aiwJs9wQK-XGidZx372m-GQ88mZ8NMluG-aLXaNqwc2LFQt6JaLTaWxYDBq3alJul3vXI2v-jvAJ3kUjv1bmczbMpw5rDqknbM-m4icuML1Ps-LmZDXDYvHGElEOR1ix_WnPyIecqepIlRBHZOYIjsSRx1nzkBxVu2umCQnX1ggLtXIotYCuaDLsMZKvySAuiqYu2b533yPPZdaUEtyxc-qL7GA==>

[Cycle for Sight Presentation 2013]

LightHouse CEO Bryan Bashin holds a greatly enlarged facsimile of a check for
$40,000 made out to Enchanted Hills Camp. With him stand Rotary Club of Napa
members Tim Cooney (center) and Gary Rose (right).

On July 17, Rotary Club of Napa presented a $40,000 check from the proceeds of the 2013 Cycle for Sight to Enchanted Hills Camp. These funds will provide up to three sessions of camp for blind kids. This year's event was the largest yet and Enchanted Hills proudly had 40 blind bike riders on tandem bikes participate in the 15, 25 and 50 mile routes.

We are so grateful that Rotary Club of Napa gave us their largest-ever check in support of our enlarged camp programming. Read this letter of appreciation to Rotary Club of Napa from LightHouse CEO Bryan Bashin in the Napa Valley Register, here: http://bit.ly/cyclenapareg2013<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ausL27nfcCUBCeQW9xHa897vHQ9madA2XD-0i0SxpvGm96L2EWLtJX6SQc0yEGohvpJ5-G-UeL0g-41YGki5s3ntiSOfc6AtBR1GEaulUgrhVq9sqQtmGmdJu-Q80yQfhMBxh78qcylxbb3f8sofUzAfqklDmIY6XOdmywQB7-qXpLn4M9dR1_TSLTBQROn4wvz2mEjyBfWoLzKxt40CIsZsOXmudNMm5X3PvBRr0daohjgR25VNpc_EtRLEf1XC6bVRlf4OxWLLssUzC_u_uz>.

Beanies for Babies<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZouHJ4Zli4HM6U9l8CdrEBx-9xrtzfvchMSoUB2sjf4WDN6lVEYjLKhu9-cZ5lXZmMvx6i7AnUXTUiAz0cceKlnOMYwnb77FS6A2mDSBhrJM3QqL3ujG4crfTlb_eRRau5-sDkHnZQA0BwZjqTpKWGIakiLHmT4CqeKBrxL-FfvCanhxr6UVcfFaJyAb-VV0S-LX7p_FrnqtCWNd4Gq_u0TPnNtBYkqneomEBrXChcHuRE7dAVrcSHTYnrINqY6oxpm9weQbNPAZpZEV_MLnsy>

The LightHouse for the Blind's Beanies for Babies Club knits blankets and caps for premature babies. On July 20, club members Alice Bray, Elisa Serafini, and Janice Leong went to Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco to deliver a large box full of beanies and small blankets. It was a heartfelt and meaningful exchange for our clients and the recipients of their gifts.

[Beanies for Babies]

Left to right, Janice Leong, Elisa Serafini and Alice Bray hold
some of the beanies they crafted

LightHouse Clients Feted at Elk's Picnic <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZRIy7ZroW3se_qo9BaAw5HmFukGRRG3fwlgb5I3ygCS1hUcD1kr4bWZVuDfkR03ICbn12dhQ5-pou4Rs5KEdZcXtJfktEAzDdEdSFd8469uoS8Bwn54TPjoUTs5Sh3qRq-_AlFflEk9Lyl2l1AfuHbWppP6M5bLKf28t2zycPU0YGK7Q65RPfX0JNwuNXEjusHikCpnKeKQorDpk4ycP3BKaoKuE649ODL_zrlB3glZUIH_o80QIdLecDNe5jlKQEG3rI3qIUdtA==>

On July 17 the Elk's Club hosted the 37th Annual Elk's Picnic for LightHouse clients. For over 30 years Bruno Pardini and a group of Elk's volunteers have hosted the picnic at Junipero Serra Park in San Bruno. For the past few years, Maureen Schroder and other Elk's volunteers have assumed responsibility for coordinating the annual event. In addition to providing food and festivities, the Elk's also donate $100.00 every year towards raffle and Bingo game prizes. Read more about the picnic.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZRIy7ZroW3se_qo9BaAw5HmFukGRRG3fwlgb5I3ygCS1hUcD1kr4bWZVuDfkR03ICbn12dhQ5-pou4Rs5KEdZcXtJfktEAzDdEdSFd8469uoS8Bwn54TPjoUTs5Sh3qRq-_AlFflEk9Lyl2l1AfuHbWppP6M5bLKf28t2zycPU0YGK7Q65RPfX0JNwuNXEjusHikCpnKeKQorDpk4ycP3BKaoKuE649ODL_zrlB3glZUIH_o80QIdLecDNe5jlKQEG3rI3qIUdtA==>

[Christina Daniels]

Christina Daniels

Christina Daniels - Our Latest Employment Immersion Success<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ayDG21HfgYybRWHAJO104O4NsED6m-8SnRfBGXrenauPFy3-dWX7GNZwF20Wn3Q53_jTONTO35xEfpT6Ud5Y6CjDxTeIMFTb8A5nlKaorU8mVtzUyj6zzIjVKKnzao5tUHX4fj9RBv3AhFeqkfALJ4_R6e75TLpH2MfDj2JYO9lAPCvw8v0s2OjApiEJXSFm1n28BICZRWyImrNZLGC1WoEEtanAADf5_mCoHOsTJMZX74IkIch233OaPMiHdE-N6_FOoOCN1jLT6SzQ5IX31o>
Christina Daniels was born in the Bay Area with cataracts that diminished her eyesight. A few years later glaucoma reduced her vision further. But Daniels, who is now 33, embraced the challenge of low-vision and now has a position at the LightHouse. Find out how she did it, and how you can too.<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ayDG21HfgYybRWHAJO104O4NsED6m-8SnRfBGXrenauPFy3-dWX7GNZwF20Wn3Q53_jTONTO35xEfpT6Ud5Y6CjDxTeIMFTb8A5nlKaorU8mVtzUyj6zzIjVKKnzao5tUHX4fj9RBv3AhFeqkfALJ4_R6e75TLpH2MfDj2JYO9lAPCvw8v0s2OjApiEJXSFm1n28BICZRWyImrNZLGC1WoEEtanAADf5_mCoHOsTJMZX74IkIch233OaPMiHdE-N6_FOoOCN1jLT6SzQ5IX31o>

 The Perfect Event Space Is Waiting Just For You<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0Yt0O3sN6KzJUYrGlmjilHBLI7G4TKt66hrH1gZ6iNkTZtziEmVOV29D7G1LcCUtTCpEUIf8v9tzaBiRgGo3RXuKreuqj6gXb1tb1MvZmz826m9gEadr7zYRiF7iSNq-SJmgSimL67XS7b-SvoXSDOhBSefceg0MalIG4gon0k-Mhb7-aaACkglJtjm2sgdMNUZSq15GmnJ4ZyhljjBcCJ3WGTo77zNgEZaDHgynBBNfGGU6KFT9HqjIO4YPQc2ioFOVUqPzQcMJDjScFyNVqei>
[Main Lodge at Enchanted Hills]

Main Lodge and dining hall at Enchanted Hills as seen from a distance -
Lokoya Lake is in the foreground

Are you tired of holding your get-together in the same old space? Do you have an upcoming staff retreat, workshop, reunion or wedding that needs an exceptional place to make it the most talked about event of the year? Well, look no further because Enchanted Hills Retreat is the place to be.

Book your winter event now and receive 20 percent off your daily rate!<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0Yt0O3sN6KzJUYrGlmjilHBLI7G4TKt66hrH1gZ6iNkTZtziEmVOV29D7G1LcCUtTCpEUIf8v9tzaBiRgGo3RXuKreuqj6gXb1tb1MvZmz826m9gEadr7zYRiF7iSNq-SJmgSimL67XS7b-SvoXSDOhBSefceg0MalIG4gon0k-Mhb7-aaACkglJtjm2sgdMNUZSq15GmnJ4ZyhljjBcCJ3WGTo77zNgEZaDHgynBBNfGGU6KFT9HqjIO4YPQc2ioFOVUqPzQcMJDjScFyNVqei>

Experience the charm of Enchanted Hills this winter! To reserve your space or get more information, call 415-694-7310 or go to www.enchantedhillsretreat.com<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0amRWum4IsPGTpOtyg77HR-IPoJ1rPNz7C0TY9LWkWCt3h4kFv7KrQ5GiSvuFtM-B-x9JwtyH11Z59-X82H9pU9ueACrb_3570xqe8FkwC6OQgPgzgeHbZ2Re1QCcrdCH-D2zg4Pa7m0sPqWuN1xqEJHpELr80Blj5JEKTiIjHzLncKNYJWmhPK9dkbIuz7PlBQnUrnRofsvcfpNbFCqbea9yd0q5nwQv_jif5XJqjXsq58Ps_EBSKKuUxrwiMN5RcXpM9STRSpunGiX7JyMSJVQmj2dVmRB8M=>.

LightHouse Finishes Key Phase on BART
Audio-Tactile Map Project<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZvMs_RAqlfjQbGYQbUyoI25g9E53dNbP5oPidIMw5sWFqwdQlPMB5Ksd0HP5ob2um5bQ4OEKw1WRPHyo7OuRHRTVptW9eHfzqMKAk_Wz7e2dlyLKpa1eiDn1Uwq8rcLHZXCyQT_f_IDqumRwyHk1ddEj1rtqb4qpEIUX8FFNje0LKbVYyLPwKKc-XARna_nUDDLBlSmhpCmBcZbC8YKIcWPJWr6q2ZTuRvGdRvKodBRIZzntYkon8Fz-ua5czh5yZCBw8LsJvKA3dzD9mLfqbH>

The LightHouse and particularly our Access to Information Services (AIS) folks have a significant milestone to celebrate<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0ZvMs_RAqlfjQbGYQbUyoI25g9E53dNbP5oPidIMw5sWFqwdQlPMB5Ksd0HP5ob2um5bQ4OEKw1WRPHyo7OuRHRTVptW9eHfzqMKAk_Wz7e2dlyLKpa1eiDn1Uwq8rcLHZXCyQT_f_IDqumRwyHk1ddEj1rtqb4qpEIUX8FFNje0LKbVYyLPwKKc-XARna_nUDDLBlSmhpCmBcZbC8YKIcWPJWr6q2ZTuRvGdRvKodBRIZzntYkon8Fz-ua5czh5yZCBw8LsJvKA3dzD9mLfqbH>.

[Cover of BART Map]

Cover of a prototype BART audio-tactile map showing
BART and LightHouse logos

Planned Gift Donor Highlight: Josephine
and Edwin C. F. Knowles<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0YtNQr66kxOenqt139e1GbQ6oWfQaWZJ9uPIkR93cD8DELo203r1M_Ja7gP_aniZw16h7KKyULERQi-ctOm5nD6SKeeXYXzOQu_Xm3N4cBXXTdwHSITHYT6e-C-kyGT-sSynVhlfckzeiWu-Iu68ItfnH7Z6PYGqzoW2nQ-CvQHqaNJ2-AC3at6oprcYlQrPH4kkxVsywMD1w57K8Hnjj-uoB-pJKPXL9WrB3q-qeBuIwuIx66X7-H8ET74vyKsMLgPA0s2HgndUg==>

In 1963, Josephine Knowles passed away. A sum of a little over $30,000 from Mrs. Knowles and her husband, Edwin C. F. Knowles' estate was put into a Trust under will. The dividends from this account were bequeathed to three organizations (LightHouse's Enchanted Hills Camp was to receive 15% of the funds). In the five subsequent decades, the LightHouse has received regular checks from the trust.

When tallied, over 450 gifts thus far have raised over $800,000 for LightHouse for the Blind! The Trust was set to expire after 50 years, so a final payment on the trust is forthcoming. As you can see, planned gifts are the gifts that keep giving.

We are deeply thankful to the Knowles and the hundreds of people who have thoughtfully chosen to include the LightHouse for the Blind in their estate plans. By including the LightHouse in your will, you can reduce taxes and bureaucratic fees, while supporting our work advocating for the right for our constituents to travel safely, teach skills to live with independence and give people the support and inspiration to pursue their dreams.

Perhaps you would like to leave a legacy in our community, but may not know exactly how to go about it? Here is where we can help. To learn more please contact our Development Director, Jennifer Sachs at (415) 694-7333 or jsachs at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:jsachs at lighthouse-sf.org>.

Donate your Car to the LightHouse and get an Itemized Tax Deduction for its Full, True Value!<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001x2y5YL8GW0bGkJUN7uTife0ZiNN13oZnH4I4x6d_du5nBZP5E0MO5fGJEzjGpE0NAcCxSg4386hfp_uTM0zDdMT0hSCgZ0hNeqhTGXYncwRr_kqiFmWpgoPlcJEUmlYm8TYaAQJYgfOW5S51lWHe95-R7UeXDjOUa5FpJznSPzARa993AA6E_ToY79tUbfbhkPVCjn1GXwZp2ZQF856Aenk-anfVDzx21VbaVd0-YJm3osWYymbqffltOnBbNpYAtRldHtkH9VhqPQ0UmFatQQ==>

Support the LightHouse by donating your car (or just about any motor vehicle: trucks, sport utility vehicles, motorcycles, RVs, boats, airplanes, go-carts, scooters, mopeds, golf carts, dune buggies, forklifts, trailers and more).

Our agent, Charitable Auto Resources, will take care of everything, from picking up your vehicle and processing the DMV paperwork to arranging for its sale. Part of the proceeds of this sale goes directly to the LightHouse to support our programs and services.

To donate your car, call 1-877-537-5277 and tell them that you want your donation to benefit the LightHouse for the Blind. If you wish to speak to the LightHouse about a vehicle donation, please call 415-694-7365 or write to giving at lighthouse-sf.org<mailto:giving at lighthouse-sf.org>.
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