Welcome to the CCB Happenings for February 25.
From the Convention Planning Committee:
Announcing the 2022 California Council of the blind Virtual Conference and Convention…
“Navigating the Future Together”.
Main Event Dates: Thursday, May 12-Sunday, May 15
Stay tuned to http://www.ccbnet.org/drupal7/node/818
for updates including Programming, Pre and Post Convention Activities, Registration, , Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities, and so much more!
From the Technical Operations Group Important Dates:
The CCB web site has a list of important dates and helpful links for those who are turning in officer information or dues for their chapter, and anyone who will be submitting a resolution or bylaws amendment or running for state-wide office at this year's convention. Of course, dates for the convention itself are there too, just visit
http://ccbnet.org/drupal7/node/733
for all this information in one place.
From the Long Beach Chapter: Celebrating Black History Month
with the CCB Long Beach Chapter. *
Please come and join the CCB Long Beach Chapter in celebrating Black
History Month. We are hosting a Saturday Movie Night on Saturday, February
26th at 7 p.m. where we will explore the tale of a lawyer aiding a
wrongfully incarcerated person and their journey to freedom. If you wish to
attend, please register
for the event and you will receive Zoom details in your email.
For more information, please call or text Jessica Marquez at (562)
344-5250. Thank you!"
From Inclusive Diversity of California: IDC Celebrates Black History!
Poetry is a "window to the soul." As Black
History, Month comes to a close, join us to hear poetry from some of the most prolific and distinguished Black authors. We hope this will inspire you to look beyond February to celebrate African-American contributions all
through the year. "Windows to the Soul" is this Sunday, February 27 at 4PM
Pacific. Please call (408)409-6634 or email president@idcofccb.org To get the
Zoom information.
The Silicon Valley Council of the Blind is seeking applicants for our annual Barbara Rhodes access technology grant.
The purpose of this grant is to ensure greater economic opportunity and a richer quality of life for those who are visually impaired or blind. SVCB will award a grant of up to $1,500 to visually impaired or blind individuals who can best demonstrate the need for access technology that will improve their quality of life or advance their educational and/or employment opportunities.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and reside in one of the following counties: Alameda, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, or San Benito. To learn more about this grant or to submit an application, visit
http://svcb.cc/documents/21-tech-grant.html
From the SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER THE 2022 STUDENT EDUCATION ACCESS GRANT
Eligibility:
Legally blind students, ages 8-18, from Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Sonoma Counties.
Two qualified applicants will receive technology products from our designated list valued at $1,000 or less. They must also indicate how the device will enhance their educational opportunities.
The products offered are: iPhone, iPad, Android Phone, Orbit Reader 20 Braille Display, Victor Reader Trek, Zoomtext Screen Magnifier, Zoomtext Magnifier with Reader, and the JAWS Screen Reader.
The application deadline is April 1. Send to: Charlie Dorris: tyreedorris@comcast.net
For more details or to request an application and instructions, contact:
Charlie Dorris: 415-775-0487 tyreedorris@comcast.net (or)
Linda Porelle: 415-586-2622, lmporelle@gmail.com
From James Collins: Community Educator:
"Know When to Power Down"
Did you know that when you use electricity matters just as much as how much
you use? From 4-9pm there is extra strain on the power grid, meaning more
energy comes from non-renewable sources. By moving energy use outside of
those times, you can reduce your energy bill and use cleaner energy sources!
For information please reach out to James Collins, 'Time of Use' Community
Educator, with California Council of the Blind, at (916) 441-2100 or via
email at James.Collins@CCBnet.org
Thank you for reading.
