Do you have question about vision loss? Call into VLR’s Question Connection and get answers. Special guest Dr. Sarah Galchus, Ophthalmologist, discusses retinal eye diseases and takes your questions. Held virtually by calling number 612-843-2594 and by entering ID 79521565#
Readers Choice Book Club, Wednesday, February 12th from 1:00 to 2:30 pm The Storm of the Century by Al Roker (DB 008545). Held virtually by calling number 612-843-2594 and by entering ID 79521565#. Use the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library Catalog to order or download the book with your BARD account.
Voice activated technology: using digital devices like Echo/Alexa, Appel Air pod, and Google Home. Held at VLR office in Little Canada
Come for games, socializing, and community announcements. Bring $5 if you want the pizza provided or bring your own lunch. Adults and teens experiencing combined vision and hearing loss are welcome to attend, as well as American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting students, volunteers, and anyone with a connection to the Deafblind community. Minors must be […]
Held at the meeting room in the Caribou Coffee at 3354 Rice Street, Little Canada, MN 55126
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“Blink” Blink is a 2024 American documentary film that follows a Canadian family who journey around the world prior to their children losing their vision to a rare genetic disorder, Retinitis Pigmentosa in order to experience the world's beauty while they still can. Produced by National Geographic Documentary Films Held at the VLR Little Canada office.
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Do you have a question about vision loss? Call VLR’s Question Connection. Do you have vision and hearing loss? Join us as Christy Leach, program manager of DeafBlind Technology & Training Access Program (TTAP) will discuss how the program may be able to help you. TTAP’s purpose is to provide DeafBlind (DB) adults and families […]
Dancing with the Enemy by Paul Glaser (DB 125777). The gripping story of the author’s aunt, a Jewish dance instructor who was betrayed to the Nazis by the two men she loved, yet managed to survive WWII by teaching dance lessons to the SS at Auschwitz. Held virtually by calling number 612-843-2594 and by entering […]
Using low vision apps like Seeing AI and BeMyEyes on your smartphone. Also get your general technology questions answered. Held at VLR office in Little Canada or via Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6207585513 Zoom Call-in Number: (651) 372-8299 Meeting ID: 620 758 5513 Zoom One Tap Mobile: +16513728299,,6207585513#
Come for games, socializing, and community announcements. Bring $8 if you want the pizza provided or bring your own lunch. Soda and water is available for $2 dollars. Adults and teens experiencing combined vision and hearing loss are welcome to attend, as well as American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting students, volunteers, and anyone with a […]
Held at the meeting room in the Caribou Coffee at 3354 Rice Street, Little Canada, MN 55126
Join Zoom Meeting Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6207585513 Zoom Call-in Number: (651) 372-8299 Meeting ID: 620 758 5513 Zoom One Tap Mobile: +16513728299,,6207585513#
"My Penguin Friend" is based on the true story of a heartbroken fisherman who finds a penguin in an oil spill and rescues the bird. He finds joy for the first time in years. Held at VLR office in Little Canada
Join Zoom Meeting Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6207585513 Zoom Call-in Number: (651) 372-8299 Meeting ID: 620 758 5513 Zoom One Tap Mobile: +16513728299,,6207585513#
Explore! Learn! Connect! Experience the DeafBlind Community Up Close! • Hands-on Activities • Tactile Displays • Assistive Technology • Meet DeafBlind Individuals and Learn from Their Stories. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of learning and connection! Come and discover the vibrant world of DeafBlind individuals and their unique experiences! Open to the public, but […]
Black Widows by Cate Quinn (DB 125719). A chilling murder mystery set in the wilds of Utah. Held virtually by calling number 612-843-2594 and by entering ID 79521565#. Use the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library Catalog to order or download the book with your BARD account.
Using low vision apps like Seeing AI and BeMyEyes on your smartphone. Also get your general technology questions answered. Held at VLR office in Little Canada or via Zoom. Join […]
The Twin Cities community will have the opportunity to learn more about D/deaf and hard-of-hearing and DeafBlind culture at the Deaf Culture, Language, and Careers Event organized and sponsored by […]
Do you have a question about vision loss? Call VLR’s Question Connection. Guest speaker Laura Roach will be leading the discussion about guide dogs and the benefits of working with […]
Held at the meeting room in the Caribou Coffee at 3354 Rice Street, Little Canada, MN 55126
Deafblind Club is a community event open to anyone experiencing combined vision loss and hearing loss. Interpreting students, volunteers and others interested in learning more about the Deafblind community are […]