Events

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• Tech In-Session Workshop

  Ray-Ban Meta Glasses

  Wednesday, February 27, 2025 - Join us for an in-person discussion and demonstration of the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and how people with vision loss are using them. While these smart glasses have been introduced in a previous session, their popularity and functionality has grown for people who are blind or visually impaired. Learn about the latest updates and how Ray-Ban Meta can can assist in daily life by describing scenes, reading a menu and using your smartphone handsfree.  

  

• Tech Talk Webinar

  The World of AI

  Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Join us for an informative webinar on the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This discussion will cover the basics of AI, what AI is, where we stand today and how its shaping accessibility for people who are blind or visually impaired. Learn about Chat GPT, Perplexity and other AI platforms as well as those designed for use by someone with vision loss, such as BeMyAI, Seeing AI and wearable devices like Ray-Ban Meta Glasses making a difference the lives of users.

• Tele-Support Talks

  Unlocking Potential with Diagnostic Vocational Evaluations for People with Vision Loss

  Monday, February 17, 2025 - Discover how Diagnostic Vocational Evaluations (DVE) empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve meaningful employment and greater independence. This presentation will explore the purpose, process,and benefits of a DVE, offering insights into how it identifies career opportunities and equips individuals with the tools to succeed in the workforce.

  

• Ask the TVI

  Summer Camp 

  Thursday, February 13, 2025 - Join us with representatives from 6 camps to discuss the reasons why summer camp might be a good opportunity for you and your child to learn and create memorable, meaningful experiences.  Participating camps will include Camp Abilities, the Brooklyn JCC, Easter Seals Summer Camp, Envisions Blind Sports Camp, VisionsSummer Camp and Leader Dogs Summer Camp.

• Tech In-Session Workshop

  Ray-Ban Meta Glasses

  Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - Join us for an in-person discussion and demonstration of the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and how people with vision loss are using them. While these smart glasses have been introduced in a previous session, their popularity and functionality has grown for people who are blind or visually impaired. Learn about the latest updates and how Ray-Ban Meta can can assist in daily life by describing scenes, reading a menu and using your smartphone handsfree.  

  

• 2024 Tax Preparation Program

  February 3, 2025, to April 4, 2025 - Lighthouse Guild continues to serve people who are visually impaired by aiding with filing their 2024 federal, state and city income tax returns through a partnership with the IRS, the Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Urban Upbound.

  

• Tech Talk Webinar

  CES 2025: Assistive Tech Highlights 

  Tuesday, January 21, 2025 - Join us for an exciting webinar on this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) highlights, the world's premier tech event of the year!

• Tele-Support Talks

  Assistive Technology

  Monday, January 20, 2025 - Join us as we discuss Assistive Technology for students who are blind or have low vision.

  

• Tech In-Session Workshop

  Smartphone Screen Readers: Best Practices

  Wednesday, January 15, 2025 - Join us for our in-person workshop on smartphone screen readers focusing on Apple's VoiceOver and Android's TalkBack.

  

• Ask the TVI

  Special Education 

  Thursday, January 9, 2025 - Join us as we discuss special education with our guest speaker, Lilliana Diaz-Pedrosa, Attorney at Advocates for Children of NY.