# ACB Events The ACB Events feed brings you events that have been streamed live on ACB Media. Page: Feed: --- ## [20260516 BSCB 2026 Spring Conference and Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/de73f635/20260516-bscb-2026-spring-conference-and-convention) _2026-06-03_ Bay State Council of the Blind 2026 Spring Conference and Convention Agenda Burlington Marriott Hotel – Saturday, May 16 Morning Session - Opening Remarks, David Kingsbury, President, BSCB - Overview of Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Activities, John Oliveira , Commissioner Julieann Cofone, Communications Coordinator - Participant Introductions - Acknowledgment of Convention Sponsors -… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/de73f635-1772-471a-ac68-6718096dbc1d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 THURSDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/254551c1/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-thursday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 THURSDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Thursday February 26, 2026 - Moderator: Ardis Bazyn (CO), Bazyn Communications, RSVA® First Vice President - “Innovative Businesses in the BEP Arena”: Jack Pinnock (FL), Dreamie Cookies Corp;… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/254551c1-c188-43a6-a063-ba68cf7396ba.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 WEDNESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/32acb61c/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-wednesday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 WEDNESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Wednesday February 25, 2026 - “Technologies benefiting BEP operators and VI staff”: Haley Lan (FL), Patriot Vision Industries, LLC; Shawn Welker (MI), Founder & Consultant, VisualEyes Access;… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/32acb61c-b14e-4847-8cbb-d2e6011e53d9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260224 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 TUESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a7692091/20260224-rsva-sagebrush-2026-tuesday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260224 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 TUESDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Tuesday February 24, 2026 - "Welcome to Sagebrush": Scott Eggen (MN), SVS Vending, RSVA® President - "Welcome from Nevada": Louis DeMaioribus II, Business Enterprise Officer 2, Business… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/a7692091-fb9e-4db4-ac8d-0d8661d902bc.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 MOMDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/3ba2b56e/20260223-rsva-sagebrush-2026-momday-businerr-enterrprise-program-training-conference) _2026-04-04_ RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD VENDORS OF AMERICA 20260223 RSVA SAGEBRUSH 2026 MOMDAY BUSINERR ENTERRPRISE PROGRAM TRAINING CONFERENCE SAGEBRUSH 2026: “Celebrating 90 years of Randolph Sheppard Blind Entrepreneurship!” Monday February 23, 2026 RSVA Board Meeting [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/3ba2b56e-0dd2-44c3-bebd-b46fbf9ce1d3.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-01 kcb convention morning and afternoon](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/c43dcfe1/20251122-01-kcb-convention-morning-and-afternoon) _2025-11-22_ 20251122-01 kcb convention morning and afternoon Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/c43dcfe1-227c-459b-a2f3-abd22d47ad59.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-03 kcb convention evening session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/0bb0e668/20251122-03-kcb-convention-evening-session) _2025-11-22_ 20251122-03 kcb convention evening session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/0bb0e668-6b0f-43af-a118-2e004ec3539d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251122-02 kcb convention business meeting](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/d53008e2/20251122-02-kcb-convention-business-meeting) _2025-11-22_ 20251122-02 kcb convention business meeting Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 22, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/d53008e2-bfa9-43e6-ada0-a4bce51bf105.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251121-01 KCB convention afternoon session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/5f875fdf/20251121-01-kcb-convention-afternoon-session) _2025-11-21_ 20251121-01 KCB convention afternoon session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 21, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5f875fdf-3698-49fb-a10d-80d7848c7a58.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251121-02 kcb convention evening session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/3862bd2a/20251121-02-kcb-convention-evening-session) _2025-11-21_ 20251121-02 kcb convention evening session Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on November 21, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/3862bd2a-bd86-4ed2-9858-a941a6269a7a.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [AI News Summaries & Audio (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5m8Ke6EIgeMZ) _2025-11-21 · **Sponsored**_ Tap an article for an AI summary and an audio briefing. ## [2025 ACB AD Awards Gala Pre-Show](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/ff872148/2025-acb-ad-awards-gala-pre-show) _2025-11-14_ Carl Richardson and Kim Charlson, Co-Chairs of the Audio Description Project chat with Rick Morin about the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala and the AD industry prior to the airing of the 2025 Audio Description Awards Gala on November 13, 2025. [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/ff872148-7fe1-484b-af43-c1266956de73.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025 Audio Description Awards Gala, November 13, 2025](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/d47232d7/2025-audio-description-awards-gala-november-13-2025) _2025-11-14_ 2025 American Council of the Blind Audio Description Gala Audio Description Project November 13, 2025 Join us for the 2025 AD Awards Gala! We honor people and organizations that help make film, tv, and video games more accessible. And we'll announce the winners of the AD People's Choice Awards. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/d47232d7-89c4-4bc0-8cd8-6615126f7263.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1900 ACBVA Banquet Keynote Address - Celebration, Debra Hill](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/0ef6f88a/20251118-1900-acbva-banquet-keynote-address-celebration-debra-hill) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1900 ACBVA Banquet Keynote Address - Celebration, Debra Hill Debra Hill , motivational speaker, singer, and proud member of ACBVA shares her story, voice, and vision for resilience and empowerment. Learn more about her work and music at debrahillsings.com Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/0ef6f88a-d0cf-46bb-b54e-4810812fe444.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1630 ACBVA Session 5,, Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/b7b2c122/20251118-1630-acbva-session-5-tech-that-talks-back-everyday-strategies-for-navigating-ai-assistive-technology) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1630 ACBVA Session 5,, Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology Session 5: Tech That Talks Back – Everyday Strategies for Navigating AI & Assistive Technology Facilitated by Jeremy Grandstaff and Stan Gowen Discover how today’s smart tools can boost independence and simplify daily life. Whether you’re tech-curious or already plugged in, this… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/b7b2c122-d264-441e-a3e6-307b0510a1b9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1515 ACBVA Session 4, Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/dce85dc4/20251118-1515-acbva-session-4-falls-prevention-stand-tall-stay-safe) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1515 ACBVA Session 4, Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe Session 4: Falls Prevention – Stand Tall, Stay Safe Larry Johnson, an ACB member from San Antonio, TX who has given workshops from 1 hour to 8 weeks on Falls Prevention, and Doug Powell, a 20+ year Tai Chi teacher, combine to give hints to improve your environment and exercises to improve your balance with special focus on… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/dce85dc4-3fba-4ba9-9752-b84bb057f496.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1400 ACBVA Session 3, Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/53a63a03/20251118-1400-acbva-session-3-emergency-preparedness-plan-prepare-protect) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1400 ACBVA Session 3, Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect Session 3: Emergency Preparedness – Plan, Prepare, Protect Donna Clarke and --- from --- walk us through critical safety planning that’s both practical and empowering. (We will edit when we have more details.) Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/53a63a03-5797-4474-a52b-a78ddb5eca47.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1200 ACBVA Vendor Introductions](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/69e42602/20251118-1200-acbva-vendor-introductions) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1200 ACBVA Vendor Introductions Hear lightning-round intros from vendors so you know who to visit during lunch and throughout the day. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/69e42602-4404-47fa-b4d3-926b7f6a0e88.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 1045 ACBVA Session 2, Household Management – Tips & Tricks](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/f8f1d3c3/20251118-1045-acbva-session-2-household-management-tips-tricks) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 1045 ACBVA Session 2, Household Management – Tips & Tricks Session 2: Household Management – Tips & Tricks Make life at home easier and safer by exchanging tips and techniques with other members in a lively discussion led by Sam Joehl and Vicki Ratcliffe. Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/f8f1d3c3-baba-477c-9ab3-93a56b24802d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 0930 ACBVA Session 1, Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/188f6580/20251118-0930-acbva-session-1-advocacy-in-action-get-involved-make-an-impact) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 0930 ACBVA Session 1, Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact Session 1: Advocacy in Action – Get Involved, Make an Impact Ready to turn your passion into real change? We will hear from two of our Virginia State delegates, Patrick A. Hope (District 1) and Rodney T. Willett (District 58). This dynamic session will equip you with tips and insider knowledge to advocate more… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/188f6580-873d-4998-9ee6-542f7137bc5a.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251118 0900 ACBVA Saturday Welcome, Agenda Overview, Pledge, National Anthem, Attendee Introductions](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/09b11bdb/20251118-0900-acbva-saturday-welcome-agenda-overview-pledge-national-anthem-attendee-introductions) _2025-11-07_ 20251118 0900 ACBVA Saturday Welcome, Agenda Overview, Pledge, National Anthem, Attendee Introductions [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/09b11bdb-809c-4975-85e0-6c064d06c8e5.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ahb1Lbq2Kgev) _2025-11-07 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [20251117 1900 ACBVA Workshop, Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in AC1B of Virginia](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/b40080af/20251117-1900-acbva-workshop-lead-the-way-igniting-leadership-in-ac1b-of-virginia) _2025-11-07_ 20251117 1900 ACBVA Workshop, Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in AC1B of Virginia Workshop: Lead the Way – Igniting Leadership in ACB of Virginia Led by ACBVA leader and President Doug Powell and experienced facilitator and leader Jeremy Grandstaff , this session will help you explore your leadership potential, gain practical tools, and connect with others passionate about making a difference.… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/b40080af-2c7d-4320-a050-98545540b81b.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-4-ACB Of Oregon - Part 4](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/e88a53b3/20251018-4-acb-of-oregon-part-4) _2025-10-18_ 20251018-4-ACB Of Oregon - Part 4 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 2:30-3:45 PM Lego Fun for Everyone - Hunter Palmer & Tyanne Wilmath Attendees participated in a welcoming, hands-on Lego event designed especially for people who were blind or visually impaired. Together, they built bright spring daffodils using Lego bricks. Volunteers were on hand to guide and support, but… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/e88a53b3-a0ea-4bcf-ab05-f6075aa9abdd.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-3-ACB Of Oregon - Part 3](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a1c5c4e9/20251018-3-acb-of-oregon-part-3) _2025-10-18_ 20251018-3-ACB Of Oregon - Part 3 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 Your Daily AI Toolkit - Michael Babcock & Jeff Bishop Participants learned how AI could fit into everyday life with tools that made things more accessible and saved time. Demos of Seeing AI, Be My Eyes with AI, ChatGPT, and Alexa were presented, plus practical tips attendees could start using right away.… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/a1c5c4e9-2572-4ce9-962c-2dbf2d457df1.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-2-ACB Of Oregon - Part 2](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/e59520e6/20251018-2-acb-of-oregon-part-2) _2025-10-18_ 20251018-2-ACB Of Oregon - Part 2 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 10:45AM Democracy Live Presentation 11:00 am Oregon Commission for the Blind – Dacia Johnson, Executive Director Talking Books and Braille Services –Tiff Bowers, Outreach Librarian Hull Foundation & Learning Center – Creanna Gallegos, Interim Executive Director 11:55 am Second Reading of Nominations – James… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/e59520e6-f000-4c25-b648-8407fbff3475.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-5-ACB Of Oregon - Part 5](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/78855ac5/20251018-5-acb-of-oregon-part-5) _2025-10-18_ 20251018-5-ACB Of Oregon - Part 5 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 6:30 PM Banquet Program Guest Speaker, Jeff Bishop, BITS President ACB of Oregon Scholarship Winner, Ella Shroud 50/50 Drawing Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/78855ac5-119e-4cf7-bbc0-4137d36ff34f.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20251018-1-ACB Of Oregon - Part 1](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/fb38ba91/20251018-1-acb-of-oregon-part-1) _2025-10-18_ 20251018-1-ACB Of Oregon - Part 1 Originally broadcasted on October 18, 2025 on ACB Media 9 9:00 am Convened General Session – ACBO President, Carrie Muth Presentation of Colors & Flag Salute Invocation – Ray Gruener, Prayer Pastor at Cowboy Church Welcome to Springfield – Mayor Sean VanGordon 9:20 am Approved Convention Agenda Roll Call of Chapters – Carrie Muth Recognized the Fun Squad… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/fb38ba91-d992-4608-98a2-cf15707b2bb9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250928 0900 Sunday Morning 2025 NCCB Convention Business and Board Meeting](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/256cdee9/20250928-0900-sunday-morning-2025-nccb-convention-business-and-board-meeting) _2025-10-10_ 20250928 0900 Sunday Morning 2025 NCCB Convention Business and Board Meeting North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Saturday Evening September 27, 2025 – General Business Meeting Welcome & Call to Order — Sandi Owens, President Attendance Roll Call — Ashley Coleman, Secretary – Secretary’s Report — Ashley Coleman – Treasurer’s Report — Chris Flynt,… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/256cdee9-0770-44ff-a846-d776d7c3bafc.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927 1900 Saturday Evening 2025 NCCB Convention Banquet](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/a3127f88/20250927-1900-saturday-evening-2025-nccb-convention-banquet) _2025-10-10_ North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Saturday Evening September 27, 2025 Banquet & Evening Program Invocation Keynote Speaker — Claire Stanley, J.D. Scholarship Awards Door Prizes Closing Remarks — Sandi Owens, President Find out more at https://acb-events.pinecast.co [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/a3127f88-44b8-4e10-a376-08d024db6446.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927 0900 Saturday Morning 2025 NCCB Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/1bdcbf92/20250927-0900-saturday-morning-2025-nccb-convention) _2025-10-10_ North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Saturday Morning September 27, 2025 Opening Session — Welcome & Opening Remarks: Sandi Owens, President Pledge of Allegiance Invocation Mayor’s Welcome Abbott Diabetes Care — Pam Lisi Vanda Pharmaceuticals — Vicki Preddy, MSN, RN Disability Rights NC — Lena Welch, Attorney North Carolina Lions Foundation — Carlton… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/1bdcbf92-6ce5-4fc5-8454-5d2ec99fe430:6773adbb-5754-4192-9a55-72802c783b21.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250926 1900 Friday Evening 2025 NCCB Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/feb24f94/20250926-1900-friday-evening-2025-nccb-convention) _2025-10-10_ North Carolina Council of the Blind 2025 State Convention Wyndham Garden Greensboro Friday Evening September 26, 2025 Welcome & Opening Remarks — Sandi Owens, President Division of Services for the Blind — Cynthia Speight, Director Governor Morehead School — Dr. Nancy N. Barbour, Interim Superintendent NC Statewide Independent Living Council — Shana Ayscue, Executive Director State Library of NC:… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/feb24f94-e9d7-4a80-a3a2-f24272e5b997.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oJOV8Wtq9sKB) _2025-10-10 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [Missouri Council of the Blind banquet](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/5d752478/missouri-council-of-the-blind-banquet) _2025-10-04_ Missouri Council of the Blind Banquet and Awards Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on October 3, 2025 [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5d752478-4b8c-4dec-91dc-22d505008f5b.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [Missouri Council of the Blind Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/3a290843/missouri-council-of-the-blind-convention) _2025-10-03_ Friday, October 3, 2025 Education and Advocacy Meeting Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Central Time Bylaws and Resolutions Committee Meeting Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Central Time President's Luncheon Time: 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM Central Time General Assembly Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Central [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/3a290843-3257-411e-83c5-6ea257eaa80d.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927-1 ACB Maryland](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/bb5183e7/20250927-1-acb-maryland) _2025-09-27_ 20250927-1 ACB Maryland Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on September 27, 2025 9:30 Welcome – Cindy LaBon, President, ACB of Maryland. 9:40 Let’s Find Out Who’s Here! – Participants’ introductions –Facilitator: Cindy LaBon. 10:00 What’s New in the Way of Reading Equipment? - John Owens, Director, Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled; Ashley M. Biggs, Marketing and Outreach… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/bb5183e7-428c-4145-abf4-91cc03aad0d6.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927-4 ACB Maryland](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/41bf0cb3/20250927-4-acb-maryland) _2025-09-27_ 20250927-4 ACB Maryland Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on September 27, 2026 5:00 Social Get Together and Visit with Friends, What is Your Banquet Choice? Facilitator: Terry Pacheco. 5:45 Pre Banquet Festivities – Facilitators: Cindy LaBon and Pat Sheehan. 6:00 Lifetime Achievement Award – Pat Sheehan, Presenter. 6:15 Banquet Guest Speaker - Peter Heide, ACB Board of Directors, Liaison to… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/41bf0cb3-88b1-4eaf-9660-78ab9e668b0f.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250927-2 ACB Maryland](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/7dfa8e35/20250927-2-acb-maryland) _2025-09-27_ 20250927-2 ACB Maryland Originally broadcasted on ACB Media 8 on September 27, 2025 1:00 Get Up and Get Moving– Leslie Spoone, Chair, GUGM Committee. Facilitator: Susan Crawford. 1:30 UZURV: Who Can Use it and Who Can’t? – Gary Messman and Jo Ann Kucic; Facilitator: Pat Sheehan. 2:15 Uber: Your Opportunity to Bring Your Questions – Briana Gilmore; Facilitator: Pat Sheehan. 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Des Moines Chapter – Cody Dolinsek ii. Dubuque Association of the Blind – Kristen Steele iii. ICUB Across Iowa – Don Wirth 6. Old Business 7. New Business i. 2025 Proposed… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/fa4c6706-6d4f-440f-bc99-5d9d884a15e1.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025082303 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/f0c9c7b5/2025082303-iowa-council-of-the-united-blind-convention) _2025-08-23_ 2025082303 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention Originally broadcasted on August 23, 2025, on ACB Media 8 Third General Assembly– Salon A 2:00 p.m. Call to Order – Lori Trujillo Roush, ICUB President Announcements and Door Prizes 2:10 p.m. Using the Seeing AI App and Other Innovations - Saqib Shaikh, Microsoft Principal Engineer. The Co-Inventor of Seeing AI gives a Fireside Chat and… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/f0c9c7b5-b374-4b15-908f-4f164c447140.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025082301 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/80e72d73/2025082301-iowa-council-of-the-united-blind-convention) _2025-08-23_ 2025082301 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention Originally broadcasted on August 23, 2025, on ACB Media 8 Second General Assembly—Salon A 8:30 a.m. Call to Order – Lori Trujillo Roush, ICUB President Pledge of Allegiance – James Buffum Introduction of Participants – Convention Host, Mark Edge 8:45 a.m. American Council of the Blind Update - Claire Stanley, ACB Director of Advocacy and… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/80e72d73-6d04-4811-bad8-4c4e4cc76609.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [2025082302 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/05c81e4e/2025082302-iowa-council-of-the-united-blind-convention) _2025-08-23_ 2025082302 Iowa Council of the United Blind Convention Originally broadcasted on August 23, 2025, on ACB Media 8 12:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. ICUB Luncheon – Heartland Ballroom Luncheon Program: Stacy Cervenka, Director, Iowa Department for the Blind. Get to know the new Director as she shares her background, accomplishments, and vision for the future. 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FCB’s Banquet speaker was Jeff Bishop who was a prominent figure in the field of accessibility and assistive technology, dedicated to enhancing digital experiences for individuals with visual impairments.… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/7997c3cd-ce01-4e41-9336-af64cb8690e4.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250517-3 FCB convention Saturday afternoon](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/52acee3d/20250517-3-fcb-convention-saturday-afternoon) _2025-05-17_ 20250517-3 FCB convention Saturday afternoon Originally broadcasted May 17, 2025 on ACB Media 8 FCB Annual Town Hall Meeting Attendees planned to attend this exciting and informative meeting moderated by President Mikey Wiseman. They heard from the Director of the Division of Blind Services, (DBS) Robert Doyle, regarding the current status of the goals and mission of the agency including specific… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/52acee3d-7858-4ec3-a110-a60c472420e7.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250517-2 FCB convention Saturday morning continued](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/cb801f2f/20250517-2-fcb-convention-saturday-morning-continued) _2025-05-17_ 20250517-2 FCB convention Saturday morning continued Originally broadcasted May 17, 2025 on ACB Media 8 · The Blind Kitchen Presenter Debra Erickson, MS Executive Chef and Founder of the Blind Kitchen Attendees were welcomed to The Blind Kitchen where adaptive tools, helpful strategies, and specialized knowledge were provided to blind and vision-impaired people who wanted to cook safely,… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/cb801f2f-ca9e-4a88-872e-7d2392c4271e.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250517-1 FCB convention Saturday morning](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/83a9b690/20250517-1-fcb-convention-saturday-morning) _2025-05-17_ 72nd Annual State Convention Opening Ceremony Empowering Through AI: Presented by Jeff Bishop and moderated by Debbie Grubb Jeff Bishop was a prominent figure in the field of accessibility and assistive technology, dedicated to enhancing digital experiences for individuals with visual impairments; President of Blind Information Technology Specialists (BITS); served on the Board of Publications and… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/83a9b690-2e80-4a83-9360-225505c82d69.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250516-4 FCB convention Friday night banquet](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/138d8aa0/20250516-4-fcb-convention-friday-night-banquet) _2025-05-16_ 20250516-4 FCB convention Friday night banquet Originally broadcasted May 16, 2025, on ACB Media 8 Awards and Scholarships BanquetAttendees celebrated and recognized FCB leaders and deserving students at a special dinner hosted in their honor by Mary Tyson and Sheila Young, committee chairs for the Awards, Education, Leadership and Scholarships Committees. Select advocates and leaders were… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/138d8aa0-1656-4a6f-9269-1369360c0859.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250516-3 FCB convention afternoon](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/5a99e6b2/20250516-3-fcb-convention-afternoon) _2025-05-16_ 20250516-3 FCB convention afternoon Originally broadcasted May 16, 2025 on ACB Media 8 · FCB Annual Legislative Seminar Moderated by Debbie Grubb Attendees joined the 2025 FCB Legislative Seminar. The FCB legislative team brought interesting, informative and insightful thoughts regarding the reception by the Florida Congressional delegation of the 2025 legislative imperatives set forth by ACB. The… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5a99e6b2-0523-41dd-b8c3-7149e40a64a9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250516-2 FCB convention morning session continued](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/5126f162/20250516-2-fcb-convention-morning-session-continued) _2025-05-16_ 20250516-2 FCB convention morning session continued Originally broadcasted May 16, 2025 on ACB Media 8 · Coalitions for the Concerns of the Totally Blind (CCTB)This year, The Coalition for the Concerns of the Totally Blind had a program featuring Hans, founder and CEO of Be My Eyes, who informed attendees of the many things they were doing for the blind and low vision community. Be My Eyes was one… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/5126f162-cdca-46fa-8fc7-4ce107ddcf06.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250516-1 FCB convention morning session](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/010986f3/20250516-1-fcb-convention-morning-session) _2025-05-16_ 20250516-1 FCB convention morning session Originally broadcasted May 16, 2025 on ACB Media 8 · Braille Revival League of Florida (BRLF)Program for Braille Revival League of Florida Presenters: Paul Edwards and Elizabeth Bowden For those who had always wanted to explore using a braille display, the program from Braille Revival League of Florida was made for them. After the business meeting, when… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/010986f3-def4-49f0-868f-6f9e641b17ab.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3) ## [20250503-3 CCB Convention - Saturday - Banquet Session 6. – Evening](https://acb-events.pinecast.co/episode/d4ba24a7/20250503-3-ccb-convention-saturday-banquet-session-6-evening) _2025-05-03_ 20250503-3 CCB Convention - Saturday - Banquet Session 6. – Evening Originally broadcasted on May 3, 2025, on ACB Media 9 5 PM Banquet MC: Steve Bauer, CCB Secretary, Culver City CA We invited everyone to join us for our 2025 virtual banquet, celebrating CCB and its members. In addition to our traditional publications and community awards, the winner of the newly revamped Chapter of the Year award… [Listen](https://pinecast.com/listen/d4ba24a7-21f4-46f2-a901-00cce7b090b9.mp3?source=rss&ext=asset.mp3)