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20230202 Let’s Talk Mac – Mac Out of the Box Originally Aired February 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 What can you expect when you get a Mac and use it for the first time? Herbie talked about where you might find the power button, what is asked, ETC. This also was a refresher for … Read more

20230202 Vispero Presentation – Creating a Table of Contents in a Word Document with JAWS Originally Aired February 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 We showed participants how to apply Heading Styles to a Word document, the basics of using Styles, and how to create a table of contents using JAWS. Sponsored by Vispero

20230202 I Love Braille Originally Aired February 2, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Frank Welte spoke about “Braille Challenge” to be held on March 4 at San Francisco Lighthouse for the Blind. Sponsored by East Bay Center for the Blind Access I Love Braille Archives Subscribe to I Love Braille email list. Email Vileen Shah

20230201 It’s Electric Originally Aired February 1, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants talked about the small kitchen appliances they love so much: Instant Pots air fryers slow cookers coffee makers microwave ovens and more Attendees were encouraged to ask their questions, and share their favorite appliances, tips, resources, and recipes.

Episode Notes Lively Latin An introduction to Latin and its effect on everyday English. Lessons in mythology and Roman civilization will be included.

20230131 Games to Play with Lady A Originally Aired January 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants joined Lucy for a discussion of games you can play with your Amazon Echo Device. New games are discussed every time. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own suggestions.

20230131 Unmute Presents Originally Aired January 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Participants join us each week as we share updates on the access technology community and answer your questions regarding iPhones, Androids, Mac, and Windows. We also provided insight into new apps, helpful information to stay up to date on accessibility technology, and the … Read more

20230131 Herbie’s Cooking Corner Originally Aired January 31, 2023, on ACB Media 5 Making homemade sandwich bread. Items: 2 1/2 cups water 1/3 cup sugar 4 1/2 teaspoons rapid rise yeast 3 tablespoons softened butter 8 cups flour Extra butter mixing bowl mixer (optional) loaf pans Access recipes via Dropbox Subscribe to the ACB Cooks … Read more

20230130 BlindShell 101 and Beyond Originally Aired January 30, 2023, on ACB Media 5 BlindShell Classic 2 is an accessible cell phone with tactile buttons. Whether you are a new user or are curious about its many features, participants joined Diane Ducharme for an instructional session about how to use the device. Sponsored by BlindShell … Read more

20230130 Understanding Shortcuts on Apple Devices Originally Aired January 30, 2023, on ACB Media 6 Participants joined Darcy as we began to explore the basics of Shortcuts. This week, we looked at actions and how they connect together.