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• Laugh for Sight Comedy Show Fundraiser

  Monday, October 28, 2024 - Join us at the legendary Gotham Comedy Club for an unforgettable night of laughter and support at this year’s Laugh for Sight NYC. Lighthouse Guild is honored to be one of three beneficiaries of the proceeds raised at this amazing event, along with the U.S. Blind Baseball Association and The Animal Medical Center’s Schwartzman Guide Dog Fund.

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Seeing Through Strength: Ashley Mizell’s Journey with Vision Loss, Motherhood, and Creativity

  Monday, October 21, 2024 - Ashley will share about her experiences with vision loss, parenting three boys, the impact of stem cell treatment, and her journey to becoming a content creator.

  

• Tech Workshop (In-Person)

  Low Tech Low Cost

  Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - Simple low tech solutions can sometimes be the right tool for a task. Whether it's having the right lighting for reading, using bump dots on a microwave, or using a "Say When" device for pouring a drink, simple things can make daily tasks easier for people who are blind or visually impaired. This webinar will discuss low tech, low cost aids and devices which can easily be integrated into your daily routine. Special guest, Ashley Miell, social media influencer, and mom of three boys, will be sharing practical tips and insights from her own experience with vision loss that you do not want to miss.  

  

• Ask the TVI

  How Parents Can Support Their Children: Homework, Test Prep and Parent-Teacher Conferences

  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - Join us for a discussion on how parents can effectively support their children with homework, test preparation, and tips for parent-teacher conferences.

  

• Adaptive Athletic Grants Workshops with Challenged Athlete Foundation and Foreseeable Future Foundation

  Thursday, October 10, 2024 - Lighthouse Guild is proud of its adaptive athletic effort.  Join us for our second workshop designed to inform and connect the blind and low-vision community with financial resources to support individuals as they pursue their athletic goals. Representatives from both organizations will be live in-person and virtually to discuss everything applicants will need to know. Attendees will have an opportunity to:

  

• Tech Workshop (In-Person)

  Exploring the Victor Reader Stream 3 and Alternative Solutions

  Wednesday, October 9, 2024 - There are many options for taking notes and accessing your digital and audio media content. Digital content such as books, newspapers, and audio podcasts keep us all up-to-date and informed.

  

• Accessible Ballot Printing Assistance

  September 30 – October 29, 2024 - For New York City Voters with vision impairment who have requested an accessible ballot from the Board of Elections, Lighthouse Guild is providing accessible ballot printing assistance.

  

• Tech Workshop (In-Person)

  eSight Go Demonstration Day

  Thursday, September 26, 2024 - Join us for a hands-on demonstration of the new eSight Go, a wearable electronic device designed to magnify your view at distance and near for individuals with low vision.

  

• Tech Workshop (In-Person)

  Mac versus PC

  Tuesday, September 17, 2024 - Whether you're using a computer for work, entertainment, or simply browsing the web, choosing the right platform can be overwhelming. Both Mac and PC systems offer accessibility features, but which is better for individuals with visual impairments? Lighthouse Guild tech experts will address this question and more, with valuable insights from special guest Brian Fischler.

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Seeing Beyond: Griffin Pinkow’s Journey of Resilience and Impact

  Monday, September 16, 2024 - Transitioning from a healthy teenager to gradually losing sight can be physically and emotionally devastating for anyone. Griffin has managed to overcome these challenges and has truly made a difference in hundreds of lives. Join us to hear Griffin's story and learn about his resilience when facing adversity.