ACB Braille Forum Podcast

Table of Contents Karen Peltz Strauss Retires from the FCC, with introduction by Kim Charlson My First ACB Leadership Seminar, by Sheila Young Rochester 2019 Registration Information, by Janet Dickelman Introducing You to the Voters, by Ron Brooks Continuing Education Opportunities Abound at ACB Convention, by Carla Ruschival Volunteer at the Information Desk in Rochester, by Vicky Prahin Dream Big with the DKM First-Timers, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Spring into Action with ACB, by Kathy Brockman The Theme for April Is Aging, by Ron Brooks Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss: An Affiliate on the Rise, by Jeff Thom and Deb Cook Lewis House Hunting with Special Needs? Here’s What to Look for, by Patrick Young Ageism Robs Society of Knowledge, by Larry P. Johnson Who’s the Girl with the Dragon Software?, by Pinalben “Pinky” Patel Letter to the Editor Passings Affiliate and Committee News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop What Do You Think of the Themed Issues of ‘The ACB E-Forum?’, by Ron Brooks ACB Officers

Table of Contents President’s Message: Protect Your Economic Identity!, by Kim Charlson Rochester 2019: A Sneak Preview of Affiliate and Committee Programming, by Janet Dickelman DKM First-Timers Committee Prepares to Receive Applications for 2019 Step Into the Leadership Spotlight: Apply to Become a 2019 ACB & JPMorgan Chase Leadership Fellow, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Let’s Walk Toward a 100K Photo Finish, by Donna Brown ACB’s Audio Description Project Announces the 2019 BADIE Award Winners Auction Time in the Great Northeast Will Be Picture Perfect, by Jeff Thom and the 2019 ACB Auction Committee ACB Angel Memorial Tribute Program Passings Paying It Forward, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Holiday Auction a Huge Success, Thanks to You, by Carla Ruschival Affiliate News Using Fundraising as a Membership Tool, by Ardis Bazyn Mini Mall Mini-Reminders, by Carla Ruschival Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop ACB Officers

Table of Contents ACB and Its Affiliates: The Most Important Relationship, by Kim Charlson Fun Facts about Rochester for 2019, by Janet Dickelman Step Into the Leadership Spotlight: Apply to Become A 2019 ACB & JPMorgan Chase Leadership Fellow, by Kenneth Semien Sr. The Importance of Relationships Ham Radio Relationships Span Time and Space, by Ron Milliman The Importance of Connections, by Timothy B. Vernon Rainbow Connection, by Gabriel Lopez Kafati The Advantages of a Blind Parent, by DJ McIntyre Thank You, Lassen, by Betsy Grenevitch Dysfunctional Love, by Ann Chiappetta Summoning Our Better Angels, by Paul H. Olson Bear This in Mind Before Hugging, by Larry P. Johnson Passings Affiliate News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop Are You Enjoying the Themed Issues of 'The ACB E-Forum?', by Ron Brooks ACB Officers

Table of Contents Glancing Back Before Going Through the Door to 2019, by Eric Bridges Board Meets in October, November and December to Take Stock and Plan for the Future, by Ron Brooks Tours for 2019: Genesee Country Village, Baseball Hall of Fame, Niagara Falls and More, by Janet Dickelman March to the Beat of a Different Drum: Apply to Become a 2019 DKM First-Timer, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Call for Nominees for 2019 ACB Awards, by Debbie Rozear and Debra Trevino The BOP Seeks to Award Excellence, by Ron Brooks Begin 2019 by Supporting ACB, by Jean Mann Affiliate News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop

Table of Contents Exciting Convention Registration News for ACB Members, by Janet Dickelman Audio Description Makes Cirque du Soleil Performance Accessible, by Linda Goodspeed Traditions Shared by Our Readers An ACB Tradition: Recognizing Dedicated Supporters, by Tom Tobin Celebrating the Season’s Riches, by Larry P. Johnson Saint Nick, by Annie Chiappetta Hot Toys for Holiday Gift-Giving, by Sharon Lovering Recipes from Forum Readers Affiliate News Improving Communication in Affiliates and Chapters, compiled by Ardis Bazyn Skydive Solo Safely While Blind?, by Darian Slayton Fleming Crystal Bridges Museum Offers Multisensory Tours, by Kim Crowell Letter to the Editor Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop A BOP Tradition: Seeking Your Feedback, by Ron Brooks ACB Officers

Table of Contents House Passes Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act Tour Teasers: Erie Canal, Niagara Falls, and Baseball, by Janet Dickelman Will You Vote?, by Larry Johnson It's Holiday Auction Time!, by Carla Ruschival Benefits of Audio Description in Education Contest My Experience at the 2018 Conference as a Leadership Fellow, by Darian Slayton Fleming Summary of 2018 Resolutions The Pitfalls of Being a Caregiver, by Larry P. Johnson November: A Time to Give Thanks, by Sharon Lovering A Gift - For Your Favorite Affiliate, by Kathy Brockman Get Connected with ACB Next Generation, by Amanda Selm Affiliate News What's in the Mini Mall?, by Carla Ruschival Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski ACB Officers

Table of Contents A Sneak Preview of Rochester, by Janet Dickelman The Number-10 Dillon Express Was a Huge Success!, by Donna Brown ACB Holiday Auction Reminder, by Carla Ruschival The Rehabilitation Issues Task Force and Employment: What Are We Fighting For?, by Doug Powell Benefits of Becoming Involved with Your State’s Rehabilitation Council, by Bob Hachey Disability and the Evolving Workplace, by Peter Altschul The Randolph-Sheppard Employment Program: More Than Just Vending Stands, compiled by Ardis Bazyn Beyond a Job: Career Development at the Seattle Lighthouse, by Ron Brooks How to Work on Work, by Paul Edwards Today’s Theme: Seeking Your Feedback, by Ron Brooks Affiliate News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop ACB Officers

Table of Contents President’s Message: ACB Applauds Senate for Advancing Marrakesh Treaty, by Kim Charlson Looking Back at St. Louis, and Ahead to Rochester, by Janet Dickelman St. Louis ACB’s Gateway to Success, by Ron Brooks, Susan Glass, Donna Brown, Paul Edwards, and Deb Cook Lewis Mini Mall News, by Carla Ruschival American Council of the Blind Announces Audio Description Awards Summary of the ACB Convention Board Meeting, by Deb Cook Lewis ACB Radio Holiday Auction: The Fun Begins, by Carla Ruschival New ACB Chapter for Members under 40, by Amanda Selm Affiliate News The Experience of a Lifetime Awaits You at Ski for Light International Week 2019

Table of Contents New Directions for the ACB Braille and E-Forum Magazines, by Ron Brooks Taking the Forum Back to School, by Ron Brooks The Special Education Task Force: Powerful and Little Known, by Paul Edwards The Key to a Powerful Start: Preschool Programs for Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired, by Ron Brooks Fear of Teaching, by Susan Glass Special Accommodations for Standardized Tests, by John Buckley President's Message: College Success! A New Program for an Old Problem, by Kim Charlson Education Outside the Classroom, by John Buckley August, by Ron Brooks A Tribute to Barbara McDonald, by Gail Wilt Passings ACB Receives Century of Change Award Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop

Table of Contents In Memoriam: Marlaina Lieberg, Oct. 2, 1949-May 11, 2018, by Denise Colley Readers’ Memories of Marlaina Lieberg President’s Message: Introducing the 2018 Leadership Fellows, by Kim Charlson and Kenneth Semien Sr. Strategic Action Planning Teams Report, by Eric Bridges ACB Establishes The Legacy Fund, by Tom Tobin Staying Connected in St. Louis, by Janet Dickelman Focus on Membership, compiled by Ardis Bazyn Passings Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop ACB Officers

Table of Contents In Memoriam: Sue Ammeter, by Denise Colley Readers’ Memories of Sue Ammeter Breaking Barriers for Those Who Are Blind and Visually Impaired, by Tony Stephens Extras, Extras, Read All about Them! Plenty of Fun Things to Try in St. Louis, by Janet Dickelman Mega Deals at the Mini Mall, by Carla Ruschival Fake News, by Larry Johnson Affiliate News A Gift to You from PCB’s AccessiDocs Project, by Tony Swartz Synopsis of Prescription Reader Campaign in Nevada, by Rick Kuhlmey Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski Passings ACB Officers

Table of Contents President’s Message: Marrakesh Treaty Moves Forward in Senate, by Kim Charlson Cisco Collaborates on Phones with American Council of the Blind This Year’s Convention Gives You the Chance to Earn Continuing Education Units, by Carla Ruschival Inviting Exhilarating Memories and Successes: DKM First-Timers Make a Difference!, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Come Learn How to Use the Best Features of ACB to Build Your Membership Constitution and Bylaws Committee Poised to Take Proposed Amendments All Aboard the Number-10 Dillon Express, by Donna Brown Committee Stands Ready to Help Get Your Resolutions through the Gateway, by Mark Richert Calling All Riverboat Gamblers! Get the Scoop in the Gateway Gazette Do You Love the Forum? Would You Like to Win $5,000? Summary of the ACB Midyear Board Meeting, by Deb Lewis Affiliate News Letter to the Editor Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski ACB Officers

Table of Contents ACB Commends Delta for Revising Its Service Animal Policy The Gateway to Success Is in St. Louis, by Janet Dickelman Meet Me at the Auction You’ll Find Lots of Useful Items at the Information Desk in St. Louis, by Vicky Prahin The 2018 DKM First-Timers Gift Card Fundraiser Has Its Perks, by Kenneth Semien Sr. A Note from the MMS Committee Transportation and Delivery Service Options for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired When You Give, You Get Back, by Larry P. Johnson Passings Affiliate News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski High Tech Swap Shop

Table of Contents In Memoriam: Mary Jane “M.J.” Hills Schmitt, by Mary Beth Metzger President’s Message: Flying Needs to Remain Friendly for Guide Dog Handlers, by Kim Charlson Voting in ACB: A Proposal for Your Consideration, by Jeff Thom Getting Out the Word about You, by Ron Brooks Propel to the Next Level: Apply to Become a 2018 ACB & JPMorgan Chase Leadership Fellow, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Knowledge Is Power: Step into a New Realm!, by Kenneth Semien Sr. 2018 Convention Sneak Preview: Special-Interest Affiliates and Committees, by Janet Dickelman Continuing Education Opportunities with ACB, by Carla Ruschival and Leslie Spoone All Aboard the Dillon Express, by Katie Frederick Broke Your New Year’s Resolutions Already? Resolve to Support ACB through the MMS Program Crossroads – Let Your Journey Begin, by Amanda Selm Holiday Auction Thank-Yous, by Carla Ruschival Affiliate News ACB Officers

Table of Contents We Need Your Voices to Present Our Message to Congress, by Tony Stephens Lots to See and Do in The Show Me State, by Janet Dickelman Fireworks, Celebration, and the Red, White and Blue, by Kenneth Semien Sr. Diversity Enriches Our Society, by Larry P. Johnson Navajo Teacher Develops Braille System to Help Visually Impaired Read Tribal Language, by Noel Lyn Smith Fresno Chapter Tests UniDescription App in Yosemite National Park, by Jamie Gibson-Barrows Membership Focus: How to Market Your Affiliate, by Ardis Bazyn Affiliate News Here and There, edited by Sharon Strzalkowski ACB Officers