Bay State Council of the Blind Fall Conference Agenda, November 23, 2024

• Welcoming Remarks Ed Bosso, President of Educational Programs and Superintendent, Perkins School for the Blind

• President’s Report David Kingsbury, BSCB President

• Democracy Live Accessible In-Person Voting Technology Brian Finney, CEO Juliet Harvey-Bolia, Technician Short demo in plenary session, small groups of interested attendees will go to a breakout room on the second floor (elevator to the left of the parking lot door) for hands-on demos during the rest of the day

• In person and virtual participant introductions Let us know who you are, but please keep it short – Name and city of residence only

• Sony LinkBuds and Door Prizes Quick Orientation to Sony LinkBuds, Jeanette Kutash Are you feeling lucky? Door prizes with ElizabethAnn Johnson, more door prizes will be given out through the rest of the day

• Overview of MCB Happenings John Oliveira, Commissioner, Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Justine Muir, Deputy Commissioner, Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

• Cooking While Blind Debra Erickson, Executive chef and founder of The Blind Kitchen

• Overview of Mass Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired Programs Jennifer Harnish, MABVI Director of social services

• New Accessible Wearable Technologies Brian Charlson on the Meta glasses Jeanette Kutash on the Envision AI glasses

• Update on Perkins Library Happenings Kim Charlson, Director, & Cory Kadlik, Assistive Technology Manager, Perkins Library Including a demo of the new BARD feature for accessing talking books with Amazon Alexa

• Fitness Break Get up and stretch with Leslie Spoone and Jeanette Kutash

• Fun with Accessible Games Aaron Spelker and Jerry Berrier

• Accessible Voting Discussion What were people’s voting experiences this year, both good and bad? Feedback on the Democracy Live Accessible In-Person Voting Technology from breakout session participants

• Closing Remarks David Kingsbury, President

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2024 ACB Holiday Media Auction

Sunday, December 1st at 6:00 PM ET

Broadcast on ACB Media One

Shipping Donors Thanks to the Bay State Council of the Blind ($250), ACB Families ($150), Pat Tusing ($130), ACB Teachers ($100), Arizona Council of the Blind ($100), California Council of the Blind ($100), Council of Citizens with Low Vision International ($100), Halifax Council of the Blind ($100), Illinois Council of the Blind ($100), Mountain State Council of the Blind ($100), North Dakota Association of the Blind ($100), Merrilee Hill-Kennedy ($100), Terry Pacheco ($100), VISAbilities Show ($100), ACB Next Generation ($75), ACB of Oregon ($50), ACB Students ($50), CALM FCB ($50), Peggy and Bob Carpenter ($50), Donna Brown ($50), Chris Bell ($50), Natalie Couch ($50), Ray Campbell ($50), Kathy Farina ($50), Belinda Collins ($25), Nancy Scott ($25), Cachet Wells ($25) and Donna Clarke ($20) for their generous donations for shipping.

Segment One - Cindy Hollis and Deb Cook Lewis

100 Mirabell Mozartkugeln Echte Salzburger Chocolates with Tactile Magnet Donated by ACB CFO Nancy Marks Becker

Enjoy These assorted European chocolates which come in a small gift box that contains 12 pieces of genuine Austrian Mozart Rounds Mirabell. Each Mirabell Mozart Ball is carefully wrapped in golden foil and decorated with a portrait of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In Austria, these perfectly round delectable treats are known as Mozartkugeln Each piece is made up of a small green piece of pistachio marzipan, followed by dark nougat cream, light nougat cream and then each is coated in dark chocolate. Warning: May contain traces of peanuts, other nuts, and wheat protein! The Salzburg Mozart Balls Mirabell are a real delicious joy. Plus, a tactile refrigerator magnet of the Hohensalzburg castle in Salzburg. It has five towers and the words Salzburg, Austria, written at the bottom of the magnet.

101 Santa Cookie Jar Donated by Keri Bishop

This cookie jar is shaped like Santa Clause. He is painted with a dark complexion. Santa’s head comes off to put cookies in the cookie jar. Santa is holding a chocolate chip cookie in one hand and a mug of cocoa in the other. Enjoy filling up this cute cookie jar with lots of yummy cookies to share over the holidays!

102 32-ounce Fruitcake Sampler Package Donated by the Georgia Council of the Blind

Since 1910, Claxton fruitcakes have been a staple on the American holiday table. These fruitcakes, manufactured in the small, south Georgia town of Claxton, are your bite of nostalgia. This Claxton Regular and Dark Sampler features one pound each of regular rum-flavored fruitcake, and one pound of dark fruitcake, made with molasses, spices and natural, sun-ripened raisins, which give the "Dark" cakes their distinctive, darker color. These cakes are even better if you soak them with Gran Marnier before enjoying.

103 $50 Amazon Gift Card Donated by Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

It is time to treat yourself to something special and here’s a gift card to help you do it. $50 in spending at Amazon!

104 Natural Emerald Gemstone Round and Barrel Beaded Necklace, Dangle Earrings and Bracelet Set Donated by Charlotte Lang

Enjoy owning this lovely matching set that features 8-millimeter round beads and 10 by 14-millimeter barrel beads of green emerald. This is a great birthstone set. The 18-inch necklace closes with a large spring ring clasp and is hand knotted. The earrings dangle from silver tone post and clutch backings. The lovely stretch bracelet alternates with 8-millimeter round emerald beads with larger 10 by 14 millimeter barrel beads. What a wonderful set to give to someone special in your life!

105 Echo Fifth Generation Donated by Cheryl McNeil Fisher

This echo fifth generation will have a deeper bass and vibrant sound in any room with your favorite music and content. It will play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, and others or via Bluetooth throughout your home. You can ask Alexa for weather updates and to set hands-free timers, get answers to your questions and even hear jokes. Also, you can control compatible smart home devices with your voice and routines triggered by built-in motion or indoor temperature sensors.

106 Set of Four Durable, Hand-knitted Dishcloths Made with love and donated by Rhondda Lang from Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Enjoy having these lovely dishcloths which come in the following patterns: Green Christmas Tree, Dark Blue Bell, Lacy Border with multicolor and Gray with the print letters ACB knitted into the cloth. Great for home use or to give as a gift during the holidays.

107A Holiday Treat Box from Kailas Kitchen Donated by Kaila Allen

This holiday treat box is filled with delicious treats from Kailas Kitchen, including mini banana bread, a variety of cookies, peppermint bark, crack candy, and more! The perfect gift for the sweet tooth in your life.

107B Holiday Treat Box from Kailas Kitchen Donated by Kaila Allen

This holiday treat box is filled with delicious treats from Kailas Kitchen, including mini banana bread, a variety of cookies, peppermint bark, crack candy, and more! The perfect gift for the sweet tooth in your life.

108 $25 Panera Gift Card and $25 Dunkin Doughnuts Gift Card Donated by Diane Scalzi and Leslie Spoone

Enjoy or share delicious soups, sandwiches, salads, and baked goods with a $25 gift card from Panera Bread. Cards are available as electronic or physical, your choice. Plus, enjoy this $25 Dunkin Doughnuts gift card with some friends or family over the holidays!

109 Cinnamon Fire Balls Donated by Eugene Batke

Enjoy two dozen Cinnamon Fire Balls made with cinnamon flavored Canadian whiskey and coated in Confection Sugar. These treats will bring a smile to your lips!

110 Cozy Comfort Collection Donated by The Palmetto Council of the Blind

Do you like to cook but don’t have enough time? Do you like simply delicious food? With just one or two ingredients, Tastefully Simple can help you make cooking fun, delicious and easy. In this collection, you will receive: one bountiful beer bread mix (can make with your favorite soda or your favorite beer) and it serves around 18; One chicken tortilla soup mix, Thick and savory with the flavors of hearty red beans, garlic and onions; One Perfectly Potato Cheddar Soup Mix, Spoon up this creamy, hearty mixture of potatoes, Cheddar cheese and onions; One absolutely almond pound cake mix, just add water, butter and an egg for a bakery delight and it serves up to 10; One shaker container garlic, garlic seasoning, (1 teaspoonful = 1 clove of garlic) good for every-day cooking.

111 Pick Your Song with Meka Donated by Meka White

Here’s your chance to collaborate with Meka on a one-of-a-kind performance! As the winning bidder, you’ll work directly with her to pick the perfect song, whether it’s a personal favorite or something meaningful to you. Together, you’ll create a performance that’s unique and tailored to your taste. This is your opportunity to bring your favorite tune to life with Meka’s voice!

112 Sweet, Sour and Spicy for Cherry Lovers Donated by Washington Council of the Blind

Cherry Pecan Caramel Corn Big Jar 15-ounce container, dried tart cherries, honey-roasted pecans, and freshly popped corn layered in buttery caramel. Chocolate Cherry Dessert Sauce (11-ounce jar) A dark fudge topping bursting with bits of tart cherries. Sweet Cherry Pie & Cobbler Filling (29.5 oz jar) Whole dark sweet cherries grown in the Northwest yield a cherry pie reminiscent of days gone by. A classic filling for pies, cobblers, and crisps. Sour Cherry Pie & Cobbler Filling (29.5 oz jar) Packed with whole sour cherries; our legendary filling makes it easy to bake perfect pies at home. Cherry Chipotle Sauce (10.5 oz jar) A savory-sweet glaze of cherries, chipotle, honey & Dijon. Superb brushed on roast chicken, duck, or pork.

113 $100 Amazon Gift Card Donated by Friends in Art

It is time to treat yourself to something special and here’s a gift card to help you do it. $100 in spending at Amazon!

114 Two Framed Floral Collages Donated by ACB Advocacy Director Claire Stanley

Each collage is done in the decoupage style where the flowers overlap each other repeatedly. The collage is made up of pink, blue, and black flowers and each flower has six petals. It is finished with a see through gloss, making it shiny and each are framed by a black picture frame. This would be a terrific decoration for your own home or to give to someone on your holiday list!

115 Braille American Flag Donated by Veterans of ACB

This Braille American Flag, made of Braillon, a polyethylene material noted for durably retaining Braille and tactile graphics measures 7.5 inches by 9.5inches. This tactile graphic can serve as valuable educational aid for teaching blind elementary school students how the United States flags are designed. Our flag is enclosed in a double frame for security and artistic display.

116 Versa Slate Paperless Erasable Braille Slate and Stylus Donated by Lucy Edmonds

The Versa Slate is a braille slate that is paperless and erasable. It works just like a regular slate and stylus, but without paper. It features 4 rows of 20 cells each, and a magnetic stylus that is built into the side of the unit for easy storage.

117A Two-pound box of Rich Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Fudge Donated by Marvelena Quesada

Delight your guests with this 2-pound box of rich Ghirardelli dark chocolate fudge, made from San Francisco's own 100-year-old chocolatier’s intense 72% Cacao Dark chocolate. She has crafted this rich, delicious fudge for family and friends for years. This rich fudge is especially wonderful around the holiday season. What would the holiday season be without fudge? Chocolate lovers, ENJOY!

117B Two-pound box of Rich Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Fudge Donated by Marvelena Quesada

Delight your guests with this 2-pound box of rich Ghirardelli dark chocolate fudge, made from San Francisco's own 100-year-old chocolatier’s intense 72% Cacao Dark chocolate. She has crafted this rich, delicious fudge for family and friends for years. This rich fudge is especially wonderful around the holiday season. What would the holiday season be without fudge? Chocolate lovers, ENJOY!

118 $150 VISA Gift Card Donated by Mississippi Council of The Blind

You can use this card anytime either dining or doing some shopping for yourself or someone special in your life!

119 Two hours of Coaching with Kaila Donated by Kaila Allen Personal Development Mindfulness Wellness Somatic Coach

Need a positive shift in your life? Secure 2 hours of flexible mindfulness & somatic coaching with Kaila Allen (Creative Guidance LLC). Split the sessions to suit your needs. Learn techniques to navigate challenges, set intentions, and achieve personal growth. Kaila provides a safe space for your unique journey.

120 I WOOF YOU Doggie Blanket Donated by Mitsy Kit and made by Sheila Young

Stay warm and cozy snuggling up with this fleece blanket that has a patchwork design. The blanket has alternating squares of solid black fleece and patterned fleece. The patterned squares feature a design with cartoon dog faces, red paw prints, and the text "I WOOF YOU" repeated across the fabric. The edges of the squares are tied together with red fleece strips, creating a braided effect along the seams. The overall color scheme includes black, white, red, and gray.

121 Three Dancing Snowmen with White Canes Royal Blue Hoodie
Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

We love our dancing snowmen! All the snowmen have a different version of a white cane because we all have white cane choices! Each snowman is made of white snow, has sparkly eyes, an orange carrot noses, a cheeky grin, and three buttonholes down their chest. Their arms are made from brown tree branches and they’re holding their canes in their branch hands. The first snowman has his branch arms up in the air and he has a green and red striped scarf and a green and red knit cap with a green palm on top. The second snowman is upside down breakdancing on his branch hand (we have a little magic going here) holding his white cane upside down in his left hand! He has a green bowtie and a red and green striped stocking cap, and the cane is pointing towards the sky! The third snowman has a fun red hat with a green band. He has a really long red scarf hanging down and he is dancing at an angle with one branch up and one branch down, cane proudly held aloft in the air! This hoodie is cotton/poly, but do not size up because there is a very little shrinkage when washed. Please wash inside out in cold wash and tumble dry on heat inside out to make it nice and fluffy! Available in sizes youth small through large, adult small through five XL, tall large through three XL and all sizes are unisex. As the winner you get to pick your size. Enjoy showing off your Blind Girl Designs! www.blindgirldesigns.com

122A Two Dozen Homemade Shortbread Cookies Donated by Deb Trevino and Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Enjoy two dozen fresh-baked mouth-watering authentic shortbread cookies guaranteed to explode on your palate with luscious buttery goodness. These are great with milk, hot chocolate, coffee, or your favorite tea. Next to Walker's, these are the best I've ever tasted. If you plan to leave cookies for Santa or give a tasty treat to someone you love, don’t miss this opportunity!

122B Two Dozen Homemade Shortbread Cookies Donated by Deb Trevino and Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Enjoy two dozen fresh-baked mouth-watering authentic shortbread cookies guaranteed to explode on your palate with luscious buttery goodness. These are great with milk, hot chocolate, coffee, or your favorite tea. Next to Walker's, these are the best I've ever tasted. If you plan to leave cookies for Santa or give a tasty treat to someone you love, don’t miss this opportunity!

122C Two Dozen Homemade Shortbread Cookies Donated by Deb Trevino and Delaware Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Enjoy two dozen fresh-baked mouth-watering authentic shortbread cookies guaranteed to explode on your palate with luscious buttery goodness. These are great with milk, hot chocolate, coffee, or your favorite tea. Next to Walker's, these are the best I've ever tasted. If you plan to leave cookies for Santa or give a tasty treat to someone you love, don’t miss this opportunity!

123 Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Smart Glasses Donated by ACB Development Officer Kolby Garrison

The frames are rectangular in shape with clear lenses. Make phone calls; listen to music; make live video calls using Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp; and more. Capture exactly what you see and hear with the ultra-wide 12 MP camera and five-mic system. Ask Meta AI to give you information about what can be seen from your viewpoint. Up to four hours of battery life, plus a sleek, portable charging case, which provides up to eight more charges on the go.

124 Black Agate Bracelets Donated by Becky Hawkins

These two stretch black agate bracelets will look exquisite for the holidays! This would make a fantastic gift for someone special or a splurge on yourself!

Segment Two – Dan Spoone and Kim Charlson

125 Perkins Braille Writer Donated by ACB of Ohio

The Perkins Brailler has been the most widely used mechanical braille writer in the world since its invention in 1951. With over 70 years of craftsmanship, the brailler stands the test of time with a resilient metal casing and a closed body architecture that limits dust accumulation. Whether you’re learning to read braille or working on a complex math equation, the Perkins Brailler was built to accommodate a range of uses. The wide paper length, full margin adjustment and fast response time between typing and output allows for versatile, lifelong use.

126 A Set of 5 Holiday Ornaments Handmade and donated by Jamaica Miller

You will receive one ornament of each color: red, green, gold, blue and white. They are adorned with pins and beads in various bright colors, and each will have a tag that reads "Peace on Earth" in print and Braille. The ornaments will be packaged in a decorative tin.

127 Megan’s Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies Donated by Megan Sullivan

Get cozy with your favorite beverage and prepare to be wowed by Megan’s chocolate chip cookies. These cookies will melt in your mouth and there are enough to share with someone special in your life.

128 $200 Target Gift Card Donated by Beth Corley and Dan Dillon

Here’s a $200 gift card for Target to use in store or online. Enjoy splurging on yourself or buying for those on your holiday list!

129 Clara and The Nutcracker Music Box Donated by ACB LIONS

Bring the enchantment of a timeless holiday story into your home with the Clara and The Nutcracker Music Box, only from The Bradford Exchange. Made of handcrafted heirloom porcelain and painted by hand in radiant golden, ruby red and onyx black tones. Russian style art adds to the beauty of this music box, capturing a colorful and festive scene from The Nutcracker inside the lid. An exquisite Christmas treasure, this music box is lavished with raised-relief sculpted scrollwork gleaming in lavish 22K-gold accents and 40 sparkling simulated jewels. At the turn of a key, a fully sculpted Clara ballerina figure gracefully twirls as the melody of "The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" plays. Hand-numbered with matching Certificate of Authenticity. Measures 4.25 inches wide by 4.125 inches high.

130 Elf on the Shelf Comforter and Pillowcase Set
Donated by Keri Bishop

This is a double-sided twin-size comforter. One side is green with white stripes going crosswise. The elves are sitting on the stripes as if they are shelves. There are also gifts with bows between each sitting elf. The others side is green and red plaid with random elves in the design. The pillow has 3 elves side by side in framed green panels like 3 pictures side by side. Keep this whimsical set for yourself or give it as a gift to be loved for years to come!

131 “The Tom Kaufman Make Believe Hillbilly Band” Bundle Donated by Tom Kaufman

Come and bid on Tom Kaufman’s choices from his Make Believe Hillbilly band that he showcases at Community Karaoke! You will be able to choose a song or some of Tom’s exciting genres from Tom’s band. Tom will send you an MP3 file with your choice. Wow, you can enjoy this either by yourself or with some friends over the holidays!

132A Key Lime Rice Crispy Treats Donated by Dan Spoone

Enjoy these spectacularly delicious treats which are totally unique! Made with crisp rice puffs, gooey marshmallows, topped with chocolate and just the right amount of key lime, they are the perfect sweet bite! Each shape is individually wrapped and shipped by the dozen. What a scrumptious treat to either have by yourself or share with some friends!

132B Key Lime Rice Crispy Treats Donated by Dan Spoone

Enjoy these spectacularly delicious treats which are totally unique! Made with crisp rice puffs, gooey marshmallows, topped with chocolate and just the right amount of key lime, they are the perfect sweet bite! Each shape is individually wrapped and shipped by the dozen. What a scrumptious treat to either have by yourself or share with some friends!

133 $250 Gift Card Bundle Donated by Tim and Maria Stone of Scoop Masters

Enjoy the following gift cards: $100 Chewys, $100 Amazon, and $50 Chipotle. You can splurge on your beloved pet while either shopping or dining with friends or family!

134 Homemade Keepsake Box made by Seth Sims Donated by Seth and Koni Sims, ACB Board Member

This beautiful box is 7 5/16 inches long, 5 inches wide, 3 1/4 inches high and it is made from old cedar fence wood. Red velvet lines the interior. The box has two small hinges on the lid. Inside you will find a red bead necklace with matching red earrings. Dress up an outfit with the necklace and earrings while storing your little keepsakes in the box. What a perfect gift for yourself or someone special in your life.

135 SANGEAM AM/FM Stereo Talking Portable Radio Donated by Kim Charlson

This radio is specially designed for blind or low vision users with high contrast, large yellow rotary tuning and volume control knobs, preset buttons with raised symbols to aid in identification and thoughtful voice prompts of all controls that announce all functions in English or Spanish. This radio is the coolest and easiest to use item for the Radio enthusiast who is blind or has low vision. The large and easy to read Backlit LCD display highlights RDS information, reception, frequency strength, battery, and alarm symbols. A built-in 200mm AM Antenna bar allows for best AM reception along with an external adjustable FM telescopic antenna. Here are some key features: The digital tuning features helpful voice prompts that speak the frequency call numbers and have a slight click you can feel when tuning in a station, Friendly programmable voice prompts in English or Spanish, Announces station frequency when tuning, 10 station presets, (5 AM, 5 FM), Preset buttons with raised braille numbers 1 through 5 to aid in identification of presents, Thoughtful voice prompts of controls are announced after each touch of a button or control knob so that the user is guided through the entire operation without getting lost in the middle of the process. Excellent reception and stereo audio performance with a stereo / Mono switch. Auto scan stations, Clock in 12 or 24 hour mode with an alarm timer by buzzer or radio. Humane Wake System HWS buzzer that starts with a soft low volume that gradually increases and has an adjustable sleep timer. This radio has two 2.5-inch full range speakers for exceptional sound performance and a battery power status indication. AC input, Auxiliary-in and Stereo Headphone output and an AC Adapter included. The radio is 10.6 wide by 2.8 D by 5.4 inches high and it weighs 2.2 pounds. Large print or braille instructions will be provided based on the winner’s format preference.

136 The Triforce Matching Two-Piece Luggage Set Donated by Connie and Pete Jacomini

Enjoy the convenience and style of this two-piece robin’s egg blue luggage set. The carry-on bag is approximately 21 inches by 14 inches and weighs 7.05 pounds with a trolley handle extension that measures 4 inches by 9 inches with a built in TSA combination lock with a foldout cupholder and a weekender bag. This smart looking combo can be expandable and is spacious with interiors for all your necessities to keep you well organized from departure to arrival. The Weekender Bag has a quilted coated canvas top zip closure with two handles. The bag has a removable crossbody strap with exterior zip pocket with a printed interior lining. Plus, two interior pockets, laptop sleeve, zippered/removable shoe compartment with mesh divider in the base. The Weekender bag measures 15.5 inches by 16 inches by 8 inches and it weighs 1.94 pounds.

137 Jumbo Gourmet Chocolate Santa Donated by ACB Media and IT Manager Rick Morin

From Li-Lac Chocolates (since 1923), this Jumbo Santa is a gourmet dessert and conversation piece all in one! This impressive item stands 21 inches tall and contains a whopping 8 pounds of chocolate. Serves up to 60 people, so it’s perfect for that big holiday bash! Made fresh-to-order and available in our finest dark or milk chocolate and it is gluten Free, kosher Certified and handmade in Brooklyn.

138 $500 Gift Certificate for Jack Stacks BBQ Donated by Melvin Smith

This package includes: Turkey Breast; 3+ pounds (limited time offer, while supplies last) , Chicken Wings ; 3 pounds, Pulled Chicken ; 2 pounds, Pork Spare Ribs -1 Full Slab, Hickory Pit Beans – 1 Quart, Cheesy Corn Bake – 1 Quart, KC Original BBQ Sauce - One 18.6 ounce bottle, KC Spicy BBQ Sauce - One 18.6 ounce bottle, KC Hot BBQ Sauce – One 18.6 ounce bottle, BBQ Smoked Turkey Breast; This turkey breast is slow smoked over native hickory wood to golden perfection and it is so moist it practically melts in your mouth. It ships whole (not sliced). This is a limited time offer item, only available while supplies last. Item may be substituted with another item at equal value if necessary. Hickory BBQ Chicken Wings; These huge wings are well seasoned and smoked to golden perfection and they are the ideal choice to fill up your freezer either as an appetizer or a meal for yourself or a crowd! Pulled Chicken; Our succulent BBQ Pulled Chicken is full of flavor and a perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos or even salads! Fill up your freezer and you'll have something delicious to serve up no matter the occasion. Pork Spare Ribs; Our Pork Spare Ribs are expertly seasoned, slow-roasted to perfection over hickory logs and a delicious choice whether you’re eating a casual meal at home or hosting a crowd for a special occasion. Hickory Pit Beans; These beans may be standard barbecue fare but, there is nothing typical about these Hickory Pit Beans. They are thick, slow-cooked and loaded with chunks of our hickory-smoked brisket, they're one of Jack Stack's most popular menu items and the perfect complement to any of our 'cue. Cheesy Corn Bake: It doesn't get more craveable than this: Jack Stack's Cheesy Corn Bake is bubbly, velvety and unforgettable. Four gourmet cheeses are blended with whole-kernel corn and slivers of our hickory-smoked ham to create one of our most popular side dishes. www.jackstackbbq.com

139 Maker’s Mark Bourbon Balls Donated by Greater Louisville Council of the Blind

This is an elegant gift for family, friends, and business associates or a fantastic treat for yourself. Fine, handcrafted chocolates made from an old family recipe; laced with a generous touch of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whiskey. The one-pound gift box contains 32 delicious pieces. Shipped directly to the winning bidder. Shipping is not available to Hawaii or Alaska.

140 Gift Box of South Dakota Goodies Donated by South Dakota Association of the Blind (SDAB)

Enjoy these tasty treats made in South Dakota. This package includes: Gaylen’s Gourmet Popcorn: 1 Caramel and 1 Cheddar, Dakota Brothers: Micro Ear Corn on the cob, pops on the cob, Lee’s Meat: 1 package of Sportsman Sausage Snack and 1 of sausage Bits, Dakota Style: Original Pretzels, Grassland Gourmet: Slam Dunck Chili, Calla: English Toffee, Char’s Jam’s: Christmas Jam, Quail: Honey. Plus, enjoy a South Dakota magnet that is a collage of pictures including: Mt Rushmore, The Falls in Sioux Falls, pheasant flying over the prairie field, buffalo, tee pee, badlands, state capitol building and the Black Hills National Needles rock formations. Enjoy these treats yourself or with friends and family this holiday season. The magnet will show you some of the fun things to do in South Dakota.

141 “Home Is Where My Dog Is” Black Hoodie Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

Let’s hear it for the paws! Our new 3D tactile “Home Is Where My Dog Is” print is similar to the original “I Love My Guide Dog” print. All dog lovers wanted to have that print and so we made it for them! We started with the big white tactile paw print in the middle of the print and inside each pad of the paw is a pink heart and surrounding the paw is a big 12-inch heart made of the words “Home Is Where My Dog Is” in letters and tactile braille. The letters are on the outside and the braille is on the inside. As the heart continues down, the braille and the words change to the phrase “I love my dog” and repeats it several times, completing the heart. This is a really wonderful, classic Blind Girl Designs print for everyone to enjoy! It is a standard pullover hoodie with a large front pocket and large drawstring hood and it has banded sleeves and bottom. This hoodie comes in unisex youth sizes small through large, adult small through five XL, tall large through three XL and as the winner you get to pick your size! This heavyweight hoodie is made from a cozy cotton/poly blend, and it will shrink very little if put in a hot dryer. You should wash and dry inside out in order to protect the ink and keep it nice and fluffy! Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs! www.blindgirldesigns.com

142A Kermit’s Chocolate Key Lime Bars Donated by Dan Spoone

To tempt your palate,18 delicious Key Lime Bars will be shipped directly from Kermit’s Key Lime Shop in Key West Florida. Each is an authentic piece of key lime pie on a stick dipped in chocolate. If you like key lime pie, you are sure to love these delectable treats!

142B Kermit’s Chocolate Key Lime Bars Donated by Dan Spoone

To tempt your palate,18 delicious Key Lime Bars will be shipped directly from Kermit’s Key Lime Shop in Key West Florida. Each is an authentic piece of key lime pie on a stick dipped in chocolate. If you like key lime pie, you are sure to love these delectable treats!

143 $250 Amazon Gift Card Donated by Karen A Blachowicz

It is time to treat yourself to something special and here’s a gift card to help you do it. $250 in spending at Amazon!

144 Large Necklace and Earring Jewelry Set Donated by ACB Board member, Koni Sims

Wow, you will look stunning wearing this 24 inch long necklace. It is double layered with blue and silver beads with a lobster clasp. Included are matching pierced earrings in a round ball shape for pierced ears. This would make a fantastic gift for that special person in your life!

145 A Da Vinci Pro CCTV Donated by Kim Charlson

DaVinci Pro is a high-performance desktop video magnifier, featuring a Full HD 1080p 3-in-1 camera and full-page Text-to-Speech (OCR). DaVinci Pro’s OCR allows it to easily read your favorite article or book aloud. DaVinci Pro’s 3-in-1 Full HD camera allows you to see near, far or a mirror image. It is great for applying make-up, shaving, reading, writing, viewing presentations and whiteboards and so much more! 24” high resolution HD LCD, Auto focus 3-in-1, Magnification up to 77x, Computer compatible, Save documents, pictures or books and export files to your PC. It is a higher end CCTV.

146 Date Time for Barbie and Ken Donated by Cindy Hollis

They’re for collecting, or for play. Here’s blind Barbie with deaf Ken, part of Mattel’s Fashionistas Barbie collection. Introducing the first blind Barbie Fashionistas doll, created in partnership with the American Foundation for the Blind. She wears a satiny pink blouse and sparkly skirt with fun-to-touch fabric and stylish lavender heels. High-contrast closures on her outfit make dressing easier, and her silvery aviator sunglasses offer UV protection. Barbie uses a white cane for exploring, complemented by an outfit perfect for social outings. With articulated arms for cane use and packaging featuring "Barbie" in Braille, this doll is thoughtfully designed. Ken fashion doll wears a cool outfit that pops with a groovy orange and yellow pattern on his shirt and blue shorts. He has a broad body and sports sculpted short black hair and wears behind-the-ear hearing aids. Blue jelly sandals complete the fun laid-back look!

147A Homemade Triple Play Oversized Cookies Donated by Brian Charlson

It’s back to the classics for Brian’s triple-play cookies this year. The winning bidder will receive one dozen each of three classic American cookies. Oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip and peanut butter. As in years past, all cookies are over-sized, individually wrapped and freshly baked just before shipping. Don’t let them get away from you this year. Who knows, he may choose to do breads, scones, or candy next year. You just don’t know for sure.

147B Homemade Triple Play Oversized Cookies Donated by Brian Charlson

It’s back to the classics for Brian’s triple-play cookies this year. The winning bidder will receive one dozen each of three classic American cookies. Oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip and peanut butter. As in years past, all cookies are over-sized, individually wrapped and freshly baked just before shipping. Don’t let them get away from you this year. Who knows, he may choose to do breads, scones, or candy next year. You just don’t know for sure.

147C Homemade Triple Play Oversized Cookies Donated by Brian Charlson

It’s back to the classics for Brian’s triple-play cookies this year. The winning bidder will receive one dozen each of three classic American cookies. Oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip and peanut butter. As in years past, all cookies are over-sized, individually wrapped and freshly baked just before shipping. Don’t let them get away from you this year. Who knows, he may choose to do breads, scones, or candy next year. You just don’t know for sure.

148 $100 Visa Gift Card Donated by Arkansas Quazar Chapter

You can use this card anytime either dining or doing some shopping for yourself or someone special in your life!

Segment Three- Michael Garrett and Zelda Gebhard

149 GDUI Doggie Basket Donated by GDUI

Pamper your doggie with this fantastic basket of goodies. Included are:
One Coleman Roll-Up Travel Pet Bed with carrying strap in red. It has a sturdy waterproof bottom with a soft padding for your dog to lie on. This 24 by 36 inch bed can be folded in half lengthwise, rolled up and fastened with two sturdy buckles; one Park Life Designs Capri Cotton Dog Toy Basket which is Gray and Off White that measures 12 by 16 by 12 inches; one GDUI pouch with two rolls of pickup bags; one package of 5 reusable Scrubby, instant, waterless bath mitts; a Zippy Paws snake toy with 5 squeakers inside that measures 42 by 5 inches with green, white and black stripes; a large blue, bone chomping barbell toy with nubs on each end; and a large green durable canvas duck with a squeaker which floats and has a rope on one end for playing tug.

150 Handmade Rag Quilt Made and donated by Keri Bishop of Tucson Arizona

Rag quilts are a type of quilt made without batting. Instead, an additional layer of fabric is used in the middle in place of batting and the seams are exposed and cut to make a 3D fringe that separates the different fabric stripes. This one is made of 2 different Christmas flannels - one is red with penguins wearing pink plaid scarfs and pink plaid Santa hats and the other coordinating fabric is a pink plaid that matches the penguins’ attire. The penguin and plaid stripes alternate vertically in this quilt for a total of 8 sections with 4 stripes of each fabric. This quilt is twin sized at 70 by 90 inches.

151 Collection of Five Songs Donated by Mary Ann Grignon

Mary Ann Grignon, who has been singing since she was a teenager, donates a collection of five songs she produced in a studio thanks to the support of friends and family. Included are some she has sung during karaoke and gospel sing and others you have not heard yet. Relax and enjoy this delightful music collection.

152A Home Baked Banana Bread from Andrea Conner’s kitchen Donated by Andrea Conner

Enjoy this moist and naturally sweet banana bread made from scratch. The ripest bananas enhance the yummy goodness! Two small loaves; with or without walnuts. The choice is yours! Eat one loaf yourself and freeze the other, or share this delicious bread with friends or family.

152B Home Baked Banana Bread from Andrea Conner’s kitchen Donated by Andrea Conner

Enjoy this moist and naturally sweet banana bread made from scratch. The ripest bananas enhance the yummy goodness! Two small loaves; with or without walnuts. The choice is yours! Eat one loaf yourself and freeze the other, or share this delicious bread with friends or family.

153 $150 Speak to Me Gift Card Donated by Library Users of America

In the Speak to Me Catalog, you'll find products that talk, play music, sing, or allow you to record your own message. There are practical items and fun ones. You can use your $150 gift card to purchase items from categories such as talking watches, chiming clocks, talking medical devices, singing magnets, teddy bears, kitchen gadgets, greeting cards, music boxes, musical candles, stuffed animals, games, and toys. These items will make excellent gifts during the holiday season!

154 Handmade Matching Necklace and Earing Set Donated by Claudia Aff

This 25-inch black and turquoise necklace and hoop earring set is simply stunning! The necklace has black and turquoise beads with gold separators throughout the necklace. But that’s not all! Also included are beautiful matching hoop earrings to make this set complete. What a fantastic gift to give to someone special in your life for the holidays!

155 Explore 5 Magnifier Donated by HumanWare

The Explore 5 is the smallest and lightest 5-inch video magnifier of its kind. It is ideal for spot reading and features a high-definition image with precise autofocus for up to 22X magnification, plus over 18 enhancement contrast modes to meet your visual needs. The Explore 5 is one of the most versatile in the 5-inch range. It is a smart choice for variable magnification and customizable reading contrast in daily activities. To be used on the move or for reading documents at home, it is perfect for all situations (standing, reclining in a chair, or sitting at a table) while delivering sharp and clear images at your fingertips. With large, bright buttons, this device is perfect for magnifying restaurant menus, small print in newspapers, product labels, or even airlines tickets. Its exceptional portability and ergonomics make Explore 5 the magnifier of choice to take anywhere you go.

156 Christmas Music Box Donated by Patty Slaby

Enjoy this green Christmas tree music box with glitter. turn the top of the tree to hear "Deck the Halls" as the tree spins around. Find Santa who is reaching to hang a yellow star and some miniature ornaments that include a drum, present, balls, candy cane and a small Santa. It can be enjoyed as a gift or for yourself this holiday season and beyond.

157 Two Pounds of Homemade Fudge Donated by ACB Board Director Cecily Laney Nipper

Indulge your sweet tooth. Enjoy two pounds of homemade fudge. Choose from flavors such as double chocolate, peanut butter, and coffee; with two pounds of the same flavor or one pound each of two different flavors. Cecily will contact you to customize this rich tasty treat. The holidays are a perfect time to enjoy this delectable treat with family or friends!

158 $100 Amazon Gift Card Donated by Oklahoma Council of the Blind

It is time to treat yourself to something special and here’s a gift card to help you do it. $100 in spending at Amazon!

159 Quality All-purpose Recorder Donated by Pennsylvania Council of the Blind

This package contains all you need to conduct the interview of your dreams, record high quality music, or just capture life as it happens. The Zoom H4 Essentials Handy Recorder (2024 model) is an accessible digital 4-track recorder. The first thing you hear when you turn it on is it prompting you to enable speech and beeps providing independent navigation of most system options. The Zoom H4 Essentials has 32-Bit Float, built-in stereo microphone, with 2 XLR/TRS combo inputs available, and it supports up to one terabyte micro-SD card and is powered by USB-C or 2 AA batteries, not included. Also, this package includes one 128 GB micro-SD card. Bid on this powerful bundle for that special techie person!

160 Dry Aged Steaks for a Fancy Feast Donated by Bill Reeder

To tempt your palette, you will receive four luxury steakhouse prime grade ribeye steaks, dry aged for 45 days and hand-cut two inches thick. To make them grill ready, use the Kosmos famous BBQ steak rub. As a perfect accompaniment, enjoy 2 bottles of fine wine (red or white). What a treat to enjoy over the holidays!

161 ACB of Oregon Berry Hoodie and Black Tote Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

We love our new Oregon print! The focus of the colorful print is the sunrise over Mount Hood. The print is 9 inches wide by about 13 inches tall. The sunrise over Mount Hood has a yellow halo. So, Mount Hood is a beautiful blue and white mountain rising to the sky with a peak and above the peak is a circular sun with a halo around it, as happens during sunrise. The sky is filled with peaches and pinks and lilacs - all the beautiful colors of sunrise. In a surprise twist, the top of the print is an arch with the statement, “ACB of Oregon Making Change Visible.” Each letter is the continuation of the color of the sky and may have a color or two of a cloud in it, making it be an integral part of the art. Below the mountain, as it goes deeper into blueness, is a very pretty , lazy river that meanders down to a valley of fir trees that run across the bottom of the art with the tallest trees on either side and then sliding into the valley in a curve. The bottom of the print of each hoodie has a very bold “Oregon” and it is outlined in a peach color that matches the sky. Underneath is the word “Oregon” in a smoky blue tactile braille. Framing the print on both sides are white canes that actually each run up the entire side of the print. The overall feel of the print is kind of a cool art deco, and we know that you will get loads of comments from other people who will admire the beauty of your hoodie. This hooded sweatshirt comes in unisex youth size small through large, adult sizes small through five XL, tall sizes large through three XL. As the winner you get to pick which size you want! It is a standard pullover hoodie with a large front pocket and large hood with a drawstring. It will not shrink if put in a hot dryer and you should wash and dry inside out to protect the ink and make it nice and fluffy on the inside! Plus, enjoy this beautiful Oregon tote which is 15-inch by 20-inch full zip canvas bag in black with a folded bottom so it can sit upright and a zip pocket on the inside as well as generous straps so you can swing it over your shoulder. So sturdy that one of our customers carried 2 gallons of milk in it in an emergency. We know this can carry all your electronics! Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs! Www.blindgirldesigns.com

162 A Popular Box of 3 dozen Homemade Cookies from Patty’s Kitchen Donated by Patty Slaby

Let your imagination guide your taste buds selecting three dozen of the same choice or three dozen of three 1-dozen choices. Selection from peanut butter, oatmeal, molasses-ginger, snickerdoodles, chocolate chip or anything you can imagine, even lemon and pumpkin. These homemade cookies are Very popular. Yum, yum!

163 Texas $300 Gift Card Bundle Donated by ACB of Texas

Enjoy having these three $100 gift cards to Amazon, Visa and Mastercard! Wow, you can shop or dine all year long with these fantastic cards!

164 Coffee, Coffee, and More Coffee Donated by ACB of Minnesota

If you have a Keurig coffee maker, this is a must bid for you. You can choose from a box of 100 pods of multiple flavors or of the same flavor. What a fantastic treat for you or the coffee lover in your life.

165 Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Smart Glasses Donated by BITS

Iconic Ray-Ban style, cutting-edge Meta technology and lightweight form unite in a range of frames designed for living in the moment while expressing yourself to the max. High performance lenses are available in sun, polarized or Transitions lenses. All lenses offer advanced clarity, comfort and 100% UVA & UVB protection and they are prescription lens compatible. These glasses will capture high-quality photos and videos with the new ultra-wide 12 MP camera.

166 The Accessible Kitchen Upgrade Donated by Connie Jacomini, Ron and Lisa Brooks

Eating great food is fun and it’s even more fun when you’re the chef. This package will make being the chef easier and more accessible than ever. Here’s what’s included: a Paula Dean 8.5-quart Air Fryer; it might be the last kitchen appliance on earth with knobs that you can turn. No buttons, no flat screens with digital messages or menus and it just has two knobs. One controls the temperature and the other controls a timer with an actual bell just like Grandma’s egg timer! Air Fryer Rack accessories which include; raised silicone mats that allow you to cook smaller pieces of food that might otherwise fall through the cracks of the tray. Also, there is a second stainless steel rack that allows you to have a double layer for cooking more food. Two extra-large and extra-long insulated cooking mitts; They will almost make it fun to ignore your mama’s advice about not touching the stove when it’s hot. A talking thermometer for figuring out just how hot that food actually is. A set of nested measuring cups with braille and large print labels. A set of nested measuring spoons with braille and large print labels. A 2- in-1 egg spatula and fried egg grip tongs with a double-sided spatula for flipping everything from burgers to pancakes and part of virtually any recipe. A multi-purpose, non-stick kitchen shovel which is perfect for scooping and combining ingredients as part of virtually any recipe. Plus, enjoy the 12 pack Swedish dishcloths which are the perfect combo of a sponge and cloth plus, you will also enjoy using the Kuhn Rikon 5-i-one master auto safety can opener.

167 Homemade Chocolate Fudge Donated by Zelda Gebhard

This fabulous chocolate fudge is rich and creamy and made with nuts or without. The 3 pounds of individually wrapped pieces ensure there will be plenty to enjoy and to share. What a treat for the holidays!

168 $100 Value Terri Lynn Candy/Nuts Collection Donated by ACB of Indiana

Enjoy choosing some yummy goodies from Terri Lynn candy and nuts collection. The winner will call Cindy, our treasurer, and she’ll help them browse the Terri Lynn web site and place their order. The items will be delivered to the winner direct from Terri Lynn.

169 Four Seasons of Beautiful Custom Tablescapes Donated by the Florida Council of The Blind in partnership with Kim’s Custom Creations

You will be able to work with Kim to select four different seasonal fabric prints which will then be turned into four sets of reversible placemats and a 45" matching table runner all of which will coordinate with seasonal colors. These items are handcrafted and customized to your taste of seasonal decor and are machine washable. Wow, what a fantastic way to showcase your table for any occasion!

170 100 years of Disney Memories Donated by Connie Jacomini

Cheers to 100 years of Disney memories! These two jacquard cloth pillows commemorate this momentous milestone with whimsical charm. Words on the pillows say, “Pixar Wonder" and "Disney Wonder.” The pillows measure 20 inches by 20 inches, and they are 100% polyester. Also, included is Mr. Christmas 9-inch vintage holiday jukebox.

171 A Song from the Smitherman’s Donated by Michael and Alison Smitherman

Wow, bid on this wonderful duo! Michael and Alison will sing a song of your choosing from the genres of Christmas, Gospel, or country. The song will be sent to you in an mp3 file. Enjoy this gift of music with some friends or family as you celebrate the holiday season!

172 Holy Cow Chocolate Box Donated by ACB of Wisconsin

Chocolatey goodness in every bite. A treat for every chocolate lover! It contains the following items: 1-Milk Chocolate Cow Pie 1-Dark Chocolate Cow Pie 1-Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cow Pie 1-Milk Chocolate Moo Chews 1-Milk Chocolate Udderfingers 1-Milk Chocolate Green Bay Puddles 1-Milk Chocolate Horse Apples 10-Individually Wrapped Chocolates including mini Cow Pies and assorted Homer's Meltys. Plus, two surprise bonuses to share with some friends or family over some laughs!

Segment Four – Jeff Thom and Terri Lynn Higashi

173 $125 Walmart gift card Donated by Louisiana Council of the Blind

This gift card comes just in time to do some holiday shopping for yourself or those on your shopping list. Who can’t use $125 to spend at the store that sells everything!

174 Gold and Coffee Toggle Bracelet Donated by Becky Hawkins

Enjoy this handmade gold and coffee toggle bracelet which is 9 inches long. This beautiful bracelet would be perfect for any coffee lover. Keep it for yourself or give it as a gift.

175 Power Tower Donated by ACB of Minnesota

This multiple outlet power strip tower has twelve grounded 3-prong AC outlets spaced out to accommodate different size plugs. The five high speed USB charging ports will meet your electronic charging needs. Charge your iPhone, iPad, tablet, or other devices. The 16-foot heavy duty cord ensures high conductivity and safety. The 45dg low profile flat plug and the vertical design make this tower more space-saving than a traditional power strip.

176 Christmas Candle and Pie Pan Set Donated by Adelle Mohler and Jeff and Leslie Thom

Pie pan set with Christmas motif: This set of four red-rimmed white pie pans has different Christmas motifs for each pan. One is a gingerbread man who is baking, the second is an elf with a mixing bowl, the third is a reindeer with a mixing bowl and the fourth is a snowman with a cookie sheet with cookies on it. Advent Calendar candle set: This advent-type box contains a set of 12 different Christmas candles. Their scents include a partridge in a pear tree, candy cane martini, eggnog latte, merry marshmallow, chestnut roasting, Christmas cappuccino, raspberry coconut snowball, Feliz Navidad, grandma’s gingerbread, Christmas morning, snow angel and balsam toddy.

177 Tantalizing Homemade Candy Donated by Patty Slaby

This scrumptious homemade candy will make your get together with friends even sweeter! You can select one type of homemade candy or three different kinds. You will receive 60 pieces of candy in total from a selection of: peanut butter balls, peanut clusters, rum balls, dipped pretzels, bugles dipped in chocolate and many, many others. Patty will contact you for your selections.

178 $100 Honey-Baked Ham Gift Card Donated by AAVL

You will enjoy having this $100 gift card for Honey-Baked Ham or turkey plus scrumptious sides from the Honey-Baked Ham Store. Enjoy this delicious feast with family or friends anytime during the holidays!

179 Lap-size Afghan Donated by Keri Bishop

This crochet Afghan is triple crochet stitch in the design of a giant granny square. The center is teal blue then one row of white all the way around then 5 rows of light purple, one row of white then 5 rows of teal again pattern repeats from the center out. The Afghan is boarded with a white shell stitch. The size is 45 inches by45 inches. This Afghan is perfect for snuggling up on those cool winter nights!

180 Welcome to Dallas Donated by The Local Host Committee, ACB’s Convention Committee and Janet Dickelman

Are you coming to the ACB convention in Dallas? Support ACB with the highest bid on this fantastic package which includes: one night donated by Janet Dickelman, 1 night donated by the convention committee and a $50 VISA gift card donated by the local host committee.

181 American Eagle Navy Blue Hoodie Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

This super tactile white 3D ink American eagle soars with gigantic wings as it lands with strong talons on the word America. Beneath the word America is America spelled in tactile braille. On each feather, the eagle is outlined in 3D white puff ink and it is a magnificent and patriotic print with the wow factor! This comes in youth sizes small through large, adult unisex small through five XL, tall large through three XL. As the winner you get to pick the size you want. This full zip hoodie has banded cuffs and bottom and it has two pouch pockets on either side of the zipper and the hood has a drawstring. The print is on the back of the garment. Please close the zipper and turn inside out when washing. Dry in a hot dryer as long as the fluffy side is facing outward. Stay warm and cozy with this hoodie! Enjoy showing off your Blind Girl Designs! www.blindgirldesigns.com

182A Tony’s Energy Bar Delight Donated by Anthony Akamine and Terri Lynn Higashi, members of Hawaii Association of the Blind

Mele Kalikimaka…Merry Christmas in Hawaiian. This item is back by popular demand. One banana bread loaf full of love and joy packed with bananas and walnuts. If you don’t like bananas, we can do mangos. Also, to add to the yummy delight, Anthony’s mom’s energy bar treats are always a hit. Get a bag of these yummy treats packed with Rice Krispies, oatmeal, raisins, peanut butter, and nuts. Made by Anthony and his mom’s creation. Perfect for the holidays.

182B Tony’s Energy Bar Delight Donated by Anthony Akamine and Terri Lynn Higashi, members of Hawaii Association of the Blind

Mele Kalikimaka…Merry Christmas in Hawaiian. This item is back by popular demand. One banana bread loaf full of love and joy packed with bananas and walnuts. If you don’t like bananas, we can do mangos. Also, to add to the yummy delight, Anthony’s mom’s energy bar treats are always a hit. Get a bag of these yummy treats packed with Rice Krispies, oatmeal, raisins, peanut butter, and nuts. Made by Anthony and his mom’s creation. Perfect for the holidays.

183 $75 eGift Card Selection Donated by ACB Board Member, Kenneth Semien Sr and ACB Board Member, Rachel Schroeder

Enjoy selecting one of these eGift cards from one of these places: $75 Uber or Lyft eGift Card, $75 Airline eGift Card, $75 Hotel eGift Card, $75 Amazon eGift Card or $75 Visa eGift card. What a fantastic way to either splurge on yourself or to give to someone for the holidays!

184 Three-Piece Set of Tiger Eye Jewelry Donated by Becky Hawkins

You will look lovely in this set which includes tiger eye fishhook earrings, One matching toggle bracelet and one lobster claw necklace. What a wonderful gift to give to someone special in your life!

185 Echo Show 5th Generation Donated by The Literacy Project

The latest and greatest Alexa Echo Show is now available for you to enjoy. The 5.5-inch screen can display the time, a calendar, the weather, photos, video calls, podcasts, read audio books, plus stream your favorite music, tv shows, and podcasts, all controlled with your voice. With the built-in camera, you may check-in on children and pets or drop in on your home when you are away. When not in use, you can set the background to a slideshow of your favorite photos. Prime members also get unlimited cloud storage. There are multiple layers of privacy controls including a mic/ camera OFF button and encrypted Ring videos. The Echo Show now has 2 times the base and a clearer sound for your enjoyment.

186 Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs Package Donated by IVIE

The Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs has created a great package especially for those entrepreneurs out there. However, anyone could benefit from these items. The package includes: ACB weekend duffle; ACB Executive Portfolio; 32GB flash drive, ACB power bank/charger and an ACB stainless steel tumbler.

187A Homemade Holiday Cookies Donated by Lesli Charlson

Brian’s little sister, Lesli, is throwing her hat into the ring with cookies of her own. The high bidder for these cookies will receive two dozen cookies, half sugar cookies, and half ginger cookies but all hand decorated for Christmas. When we say hand decorated, we mean much more than frosting. Lesli has a deft hand with sprinkles, colored sugar, and any number of other add-ons. You will not only want to eat them but put them out on display.

187B Homemade Holiday Cookies Donated by Lesli Charlson

Brian’s little sister, Lesli, is throwing her hat into the ring with cookies of her own. The high bidder for these cookies will receive two dozen cookies, half sugar cookies, and half ginger cookies but all hand decorated for Christmas. When we say hand decorated, we mean much more than frosting. Lesli has a deft hand with sprinkles, colored sugar, and any number of other add-ons. You will not only want to eat them but put them out on display.

188 $100 Gift Card to Omaha Steaks Donated by AAVIA

Everyone loves a good steak! Omaha Steaks offers a wide selection of high-quality meats that are delivered to your doorstep. Yum, yum.

189 Lego Braille Brick Set Donated by Braille Revival League

The LEGO Play with Braille set includes bricks in five colors: white, yellow, green, red, and blue. These bricks are also fully compatible with all other LEGO products. Each brick has studs arranged to correspond to numbers and letters in the braille system with the printed version of the symbol or letter situated below the studs. The set also includes two baseplates to build on and comes in packaging with braille embossing. Children and adults with vision impairment can practice their tactile skills while offering a fun way to incorporate braille learning into everyday family play. The set comes with 287 pieces.

190 Hawaii Foodie Basket Donated by Hawaii Association of the Blind

Enjoy these authentic and delectable treats from Hawaii! Kailua seasoning - island stir-fry and Ke Ahi Fish seasoning, ADOBOLOCO pineapple seasoning. Ahualoa Family Farms macnut pineapple coconut pancake mix. Big Island Bees lehua and cinnamon kiawe honey. Passion fruit black tea 4 single serve 100% kona coffee (2 - kona Moon & 2-Hawaii Aina) from Big Island roasters. Be the hostess as you entertain with these wonderful goodies with friends or family over the holidays!

191 A Song with Lucy Arguijo Donated by Lucy Arguijo

Lucy will sing a song of your choice. The file will be sent to you in mp3 format. What a treat to listen to with friends or family over the holidays!

192 Kentucky Derby Pie Donated by Kentucky Council of the Blind

Kern's Kitchen Kentucky Derby Pie®! Kern's Kitchen crafts each pie, one at a time, according to a legendary secret recipe. Premium chocolate and choice walnuts are folded into a decadent filling, then baked in a delicate crust. Delicious when eaten at room temperature; incredibly heavenly when eaten all warm and gooey and topped with either whipped cream or ice cream. This 9-inch, 1-pound-4-ounce pie stays fresh for about 14 days. Ready to warm and serve or freeze for later use. Serves 8 to 10

193 2024 NFL Champions Memorabilia Donated by Jeff and Leslie Thom

You will enjoy having this memorabilia which includes: Super Bowl UNO cards The UNO card box has the Super Bowl logo and a picture of a Kansas City Chiefs player standing in front of his face holding the brim of a Chiefs championship hat, Super Bowl Barbie: This brown-haired Barbie wears a black Super Bowl Hat, a red Kansas City Chiefs jersey with Number 00 on the jersey, blue jean capris and a Kansas City foam finger and a Super Bowl Little People Collection: This collection of Chiefs little people is contained in a dark blue Kansas City Chiefs box with Super Bowl LVIII written on the box. It has four players wearing red, with different items on their heads.

194 Make a Statement with our Red Maryland Box Donated by ACB of Maryland

This box makes a bold statement for any loved one. We fill it with Maryland favorites: Fishers Popcorn, Jeppi Nuts, Utz Crab Chips, Berger Cookies, Otterbein Cookies, Goetze's Caramel Creams, and Zeke's Coffee. What a fantastic treat to share with family or friends over the holidays!

195 SANGEAM AM/FM Stereo Talking Portable Radio Donated by ACB of Connecticut

This radio is specially designed for blind or low vision users with high contrast. large yellow rotary tuning and volume control knobs, preset buttons with raised symbols to aid in identification and thoughtful voice prompts of all controls that announce all functions in English or Spanish. This radio is the coolest and easiest to use item for the Radio enthusiast who is blind or has low vision. The large and easy to read Backlit LCD display highlights RDS information, reception, frequency strength, battery, and alarm symbols. A built-in 200mm AM Antenna bar allows for best AM reception along with an external adjustable FM telescopic antenna. Here are some key features: The digital tuning features helpful voice prompts that speak the frequency call numbers and have a slight click you can feel when tuning in a station, Friendly programmable voice prompts in English or Spanish, Announces station frequency when tuning, 10 station presets, (5 AM, 5 FM), Preset buttons with raised braille numbers 1 through 5 to aid in identification of presents, Thoughtful voice prompts of controls are announced after each touch of a button or control knob so that the user is guided through the entire operation without getting lost in the middle of the process. Excellent reception and stereo audio performance with a stereo / Mono switch. Auto scan stations, Clock in 12 or 24 hour mode with an alarm timer by buzzer or radio. Humane Wake System HWS buzzer that starts with a soft low volume that gradually increases and has an adjustable sleep timer. This radio has 2 2.5-inch full range speakers for exceptional sound performance and a battery power status indication. AC input, Auxiliary-in and Stereo Headphone output and an AC Adapter included.

196 Hawaii's Fun, Food Kitchen Set Donated by Hawaii Association of the Blind

Enjoy this whimsical auction gift straight from Hawaii! The package includes a dishcloth, potholder and coasters featuring a white pattern with some of Hawaii's favorite foods all in a clear white bag. Also included are some surprise treats-- nuts, chocolate, coffee to name a few, for Christmas all from the 808 state! You got to win it to get it!

197A Loaf of Homemade Pumpkin Bread Donated by Terri Nettles

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a party, this bread will delight all who love pumpkin any time of day. Enjoy this pumpkin bread either plain or with chocolate chips with friends or family, a cup of your favorite hot beverage and some holiday fun! It is really yummy.

197B Loaf of Homemade Pumpkin Bread Donated by Terri Nettles

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a party, this bread will delight all who love pumpkin any time of day. Enjoy this pumpkin bread either plain or with chocolate chips with friends or family, a cup of your favorite hot beverage and some holiday fun! It is really yummy.

198 Beauty and The Beast Madame Alexandra Collection Dolls Donated by Melanie Sinohui

These are from the Madame Alexander 2011 Romance Collection dolls. Display these beautiful 12-inch Beauty and The Beast dolls. Both are like new, in their boxes with tags, in acid free paper and with original tissue paper and some packaging. Beauty has long, curly brown hair and is wearing an elaborate outfit. The outfit consists of a shiny, patterned dress with gold, bronze and turquoise colors and a large bow at the waist. The doll also has a gold headband with a blue feather attached. She also comes with a second outfit; a one-piece pant "suit" and ornate cape made of shiny, metallic fabric in gold and bronze tones, with intricate patterns and embellishments. It has a layered design with a pinkish-red underlayer and a shimmering outer layer. There are gold bows and ribbons as part of the decoration. A teal ribbon with a gold bead is also visible at the top of the dress. The Beast is wearing a teal outfit with intricate gold and purple embellishments. It has a matching teal headpiece adorned with a feather and a decorative element and a furry mask with jewel eyes and gold detailing. Note: these dolls do not look like the animated Disney dolls, they are more true to the fairy tale.

199 The Pocket Bible Donated by Rev. Ray Raysor, President DC Council of the Blind

The Pocket Bible is a self-contained digital device that contains the entire bible. It is about the size of the old cassette tapes and has navigation buttons that allow forward and backward movement by both book and chapter. It has no moving parts and is rugged and water resistant. The Pocket Bible has both an internal speaker and an earphone jack. Available in your choice of English Standard Version, King James Version, New King James Version, New American Standard Bible, New International Version NIV, New Living Translation ®. Audio Bibles in Spanish also are available.

200 Get Moving with One Month of Online and video Classes from Couch to Active Donated by ACB President Deb Cook Lewis

Couch to Active is an online fitness studio that is fully accessible to people who are blind, have vision loss, and people who can see. The program features prerecorded Video Workouts; Live Exercise Classes on Zoom; Personal Training; Nutrition Coaching; and Weight Management resources. Exercise with the team from the comfort of your home. Each week there are 15+ live group fitness classes online plus a rotating library of described video content. Try yoga, tai chi, strength, palates, cardio dance and much more for one month with this amazing package. Check it out at www.couchtoactive.com

Segment Five – Larry Gassman and Mary Haupt

201 Heart Flowered Purple Hoodie Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

This is such a colorful print! I took my white cane and twisted it at the joints to the shape of a heart, including the strap, then hand drew a whole bunch of daisies in a mixture of yellow, pink, aqua and purple inside of the heart. Some have spilled over outside the cane heart as well. This is a fun and playful print. It is a standard pullover hoodie fit with a large front pocket and large drawstring hood with banded sleeves and bottom. This hoodie comes in unisex youth sizes small through large, adult small through five XL, tall large through three XL. As the winner, you get to pick your size. This heavyweight hoodie is made from a cozy cotton/poly blend, and it will shrink very little if put in a hot dryer and you should wash and dry inside out in order to protect the ink and keep it nice and fluffy! Enjoy showing off your Blind Girl Designs! www.blindgirldesigns.com

202 Joann’s Fudge (6 slices) Donated by Michigan Council of the Blind and Visually Impaired

Joann and Frank Nephew opened the first Joann's Fudge Store on Mackinac (pronounced Mackinaw) Island. Today, Joann's Fudge is a third-generation family business that continues Joann and Frank's commitment to providing high quality products. Each slice is ½ pound for a total of three pounds. You can order six slices of one flavor or mix and match from the list below. Flavors: Butter Pecan, Chocolate, Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Cookie Crunch, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Chocolate Pecan, Chocolate Toffee, Chocolate Turtle, Chocolate Walnut, Double Dark Chocolate, Double Dark Chocolate Cherry Walnut, Double Dark Chocolate Espresso, Double Dark Chocolate Mint, Double Dark Salted Caramel, German Chocolate, Maple Walnut, Peanut Butter, Pumpkin Pie, Raspberry Truffle, Rocky Road and Vanilla Salted Caramel.

203 $100 Gift Card to the Blind Kitchen Donated by ACBDA

Welcome to The Blind Kitchen where adaptive tools, helpful strategies and specialized knowledge are provided to blind and vision impaired people who want to cook safely, confidently, and independently. Debra Erickson is the Executive Chef and Founder of The Blind Kitchen where she will help you enjoy splurging on either yourself or someone special with this gift card!

204 Jade Bracelet and Earrings Set Donated by Becky Hawkins

Enjoy this two-piece Jade bracelet and earrings set. The Jade chip bracelet is 7.5 inches, and the earrings are 2 inches and are not made with fishhooks. The beautiful set will be a wonderful accessory to any outfit.

205 Echo Spot Donated by Cheri Sytsma

This Echo Spot has a 2.8-inch Touchscreen, Bluetooth, Hands free Alexa, Microphone on off button, and In-App privacy controls. The color is blue and is new and in the original box.

206A One 30-ounce Can of All-Natural Cougar Gold Cheese Donated by Andrea DeKlotz

The winner will receive one 30 ounce can of all-natural Cougar Gold Cheese, made inhouse at the Washington State University Creamery, in the flavor of their choice. Flavors include Cougar Gold Cheddar, Natural Cheddar, Smoky Cheddar, Viking, (similar to Jack) Dill Garlic, Sweet Basil, Hot Pepper and Crimson Fire. Cheese is shipped cold and should be refrigerated immediately.

206B One 30-ounce Can of All-Natural Cougar Gold Cheese Donated by Andrea DeKlotz

The winner will receive one 30 ounce can of all-natural Cougar Gold Cheese, made inhouse at the Washington State University Creamery, in the flavor of their choice. Flavors include Cougar Gold Cheddar, Natural Cheddar, Smoky Cheddar, Viking, (similar to Jack) Dill Garlic, Sweet Basil, Hot Pepper and Crimson Fire. Cheese is shipped cold and should be refrigerated immediately.

207 Four Dozen White Chocolate Chip and Cranberry Cookies Donated by ACB Board member, Terry Pacheco

What a scrumptious treat! These cookies have Ocean spray, cranberries from the gateway to Cape Cod and Ghirardelli white chocolate morsels from Sunny California with a hint of Florida orange juice which makes these cookies a true nationwide specialty. Perfect with afternoon tea or grab a couple for a quick snack during a busy day. Whether you like soft and chewy or crispy cookies, you can have them your way!

208 $100 VISA Gift Card Donated by ACB Media Support Committee

You can use this card anytime either dining or doing some shopping for yourself or someone special in your life!

209 Handmade Leather Dog Leashes Donated by Chuck Winstead of Simple Little Goods

Enjoy these handmade leather leashes that are different colors, but have a stainless steel or silver colored bolt snap with silver rivets. You and your canine partner will be the talk of the town with these fantastic leashes!

210 Debbie’s Homemade Chocolate “Mounds” Bars Donated by Debbie Young

These homemade chocolate “Mounds” bars - one and a half pounds of coconut sweetness enrobed in chocolate and totally addictive! Enjoy either sharing these yummy treats with family or friends or just keep them for yourself!

211 A Holiday Medley Donated by Jeanette Kutash

Enjoy a piano rendition of both Hark the Herald Angels Sing and Let it Snow, as they exhibit both a ballad style and an upbeat, lively exchange. The variability in dynamics, coupled with the interesting rhythmic variations make this musical endeavor a wonderful choice for those who wish to combine the flavors of tranquility and playfulness while celebrating this wonderful season.

212 Merry Christmas Dog Collection Donated by Connie Jacomini

Wow, your doggie will jump up and down on Christmas morning when they find this package under the tree which includes: Silly Bounce ball with crinkle sounds; pack of 3 Nylabone long lasting chew toys in chicken, bacon and steak flavors on inside and bacon flavor on outside; Fox tug toy; Nerf dog max tuff chew bacon & peanut butter scent; cube and donut shaped nubed chew toy; Max Fusion 4 dog toys made with Nike grind; Pet Fits dog gear: Handle for carrying; 2 collapsible bowls; shoulder strap and food with water mat.

213 Apple Watch Band with Gemstones Made and Donated by Keri Bishop

This lovely handmade macrame watch is made with a lavender satin cord and has purple agate beads. The watch fastens with a button loop closure that is adjustable by repositioning the knot next to the button. This band fits Apple 38, 40 or 41mm watches.

214 Premium European Chocolate Bars with Tactile Magnet Donated by ACB CFO Nancy Marks Becker

MLECNA Figaro chocolate bar; 15-piece Belgium praline dark chocolate bar with roasted hazelnuts from the Black Sea coast. Plus, Milka Alpine Milk Chocolate Bar; Milka Alpine Milk is the delicious and delicate chocolate made from 100% Alpine milk and the classic for all chocolate lovers. Plus, edel rahm Chocolate Merci; these 4 individual German Bars are made of tender melting chocolate and noble cream. This delicious classic is for chocolate purists. Plus, a tactile refrigerator magnet of Neuschwanstein Castle located in Bavaria. The castle features a gatehouse entrance, the castle complex with numerous towers and ornamental turrets. The words Schloss Neuschwanstein is written at the bottom of the magnet.

215 Scentsy Bundle Donated by Becky Gleason

Enjoy this Scentsy bundle which includes: Burst Tabletop Fan Diffuser- This diffuser features a high-quality ceramic aesthetic that is Pink and easily fits with any decor and on any flat surface. Uses 2 Scentsy Pods and includes a USB cord. Scentsy Pod packs include: Provence Lavender, Lilac and Violets. Place 2 pods in the diffuser and surround yourself in scents that will please the senses but not overwhelm. Seven ounce can of Perfectly Peppermint Room Spray to set the mood with a kiss of fragrance wherever and whenever it's needed. Autumn Sunset Travel Tin- The scent of Apples, pumpkins, fall leaves and spices. Swirling Snowflakes Scent Circle- The smell of sparkling peppermint dances with fresh air with a hint of delicate eucalyptus flower. Coconuts for Coconuts Scent Circle- The scent of an ocean breeze along a coastline lush with wild coconut and tiare flower. Mahalo Coconut Car Clips- Paradise is only a whiff away, with the scent of Floral Hawaiian Lei and Violet over fruity-fresh Pineapple. Clip to the air vent in a car or on your air conditioner to spread the scent.

216 $100 Gift Card to Walmart Donated by Mary Haupt

This gift card comes just in time to do some holiday shopping for yourself or those on your shopping list. Who can’t use $100 to spend at the store that sells everything!

217 Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Donated by The Literacy Project

Enjoy having these Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones with Up To 24 Hours of Battery Life. These headphones have legendary noise cancellation, and they are also effortlessly combined headphones technology with passive features so you can shut off the outside world, quiet distractions, and take music beyond the beat. These headphones have a Plush ear cup that cushions softly and hugs your ears. These wireless Bluetooth headphones feature Quiet and Aware Modes that let you toggle between full noise cancelling or full awareness of your surroundings for seamless sound control. “Among the best earphones on the market”

218 Two Dozen Homemade Cookies Donated by Merry Cook of Outta Sight Sweets LLC

These cookies are unique, luscious and will simply melt in your mouth! Choose from Chocolate Mint, Gingerbread Oatmeal, Merry Sugar Cookies and Grandma’s Molasses Cookies. The winner can do ½ dozen of each flavor or 1 dozen of two flavors. These cookies are sure to impress your holiday guests all season long!

219 One-Hour Business Coaching Session and a $25 Gift Card to Pete’s Coffee Donated by Ardis Bazyn

Ardis Bazyn coaches on positive image building, secrets for coping with challenges and change, Creating a Plan for Professional/Business Success, speaking skills, writing skills, advocacy skills and inexpensive marketing/public relations initiatives. Expiration Date: December 31, 2025. www.bazyncommunications.com

220 Christmas Jewelry Set Handmade and Donated by Claudia Aff

Look and feel beautiful for Christmas wearing this lovely jewelry set! The necklace is 28 inches long with black and clear Christmas colored balls in between the silver beads. The bracelet is 9 inches and matches the necklace and earrings. This gorgeous set will dress up any ensemble for the holidays!

221 Classic German Alpine Chocolate and Assorted Truffles and pralines
Donated by ACB CFO Nancy Marks Becker

Schogetten milk chocolates have been seducing sweet-tooths piece by piece for over half a century. No matter the occasion or flavor, Schogetten will fulfil your every wish (18 pieces). Plus, Cafe-Konditorei Fürst - An assortment of handmade truffles and pralines with a variety of flavors that are created in 1890 by Salzburg confectioner PAUL FÜRST, the “Original Salzburger Mozartkugel”. They are still made expertly at the Konditorei Fürst according to the original traditional recipe.

222 “Let it Snow” Glow in the Dark Purple Hoodie Donated by Blind Girl Designs Tricia Waechter

We are really excited about this brand new 3-D tactile glow in the dark print with the words, LET IT SNOW In two lines across the art. The first line contains the word LET in beautiful cursive, followed by a big snowflake made of (Drumroll, please) White canes! It is a darling snowflake, and a miniature version of our tactile snowflake sweatshirt. The second line says the words IT SNOW Also in cursive. All three of the words have the spelling of the word in tactile braille underneath them. The big snowflake made of canes on the right is surrounded by tiny little tactile snowflakes and it is super cute! The art is fun, upbeat, and of course glows in the dark! This hooded sweatshirt comes in youth size small through large, adult sizes small through five XL, tall sizes large through three XL. As the winner you get to pick your own size! This is a standard pullover hoodie and a large front pocket and a large one with the drawstring. Please wash this inside out in cold water then tumble dry inside out and it will be so nice and fluffy. Enjoy your Blind Girl Designs! www.blindgirldesigns.com

223 $250 Target Gift Card Donated by Dan Spoone in Memory of his Dad

Dad loved Target. He went to Target every morning for his Starbucks coffee and to read the USA Today paper. Here’s a $250 gift card for Target to use in store or online. Enjoy splurging on yourself or buying for those on your holiday list!

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IVIE Online Business Expo

The IVIE Online Business Expo will highlight several blind and visually impaired business owners sharing their products and services. Participants can ask questions.

Sponsored by Independent Visually Impaired Entrepreneurs

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Tabitha Kenlon gives a behind the scenes look at the 2024 ACB Audio Description Awards Gala as well as a comprehensive overview of ACB's Audio Description Project.

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The American Council of the Blind’s 2024 Audio Description Awards Gala Broadcast on November 14

Alexandria, Virginia – The American Council of the Blind (ACB) announces that the 2024 ACB Audio Description Awards Gala was air on November 14 at 7:30pm ET. Created in 2021 to recognize outstanding achievement in audio description in entertainment and educational media, the Awards Gala features celebrity guests, film clips, and a dozen awards. The broadcast of the show includes captions, audio description, ASL interpretation, and Spanish dubbing.

Join hosts Marilee Talkington and Alie B. Gorrie as they welcome guests from the arts, entertainment, and sports worlds to celebrate accessible films, series, video games, and more. Awards are presented in categories such as Innovation, Popular Entertainment, Live Events, Spanish Media (USA), and International. The winners of the Audio Description People’s Choice Awards are also announced.

Special guests include:

• Kathy Bates, award-winning actor
• Rebecca Alexander, author and disability rights advocate
• Molly Burke, digital creator, author, and advocate
• Ross Minor, accessible gaming consultant
• Roy Samuelson, author and AD producer and narrator
• EJ Scott, actor and activist
• Trischa Zorn-Hudson, Paralympics Hall of Famer

About the American Council of the Blind.

The American Council of the Blind is a national member-driven organization representing Americans who are blind or have low vision. For more than 60 years, ACB has been a leader in national, state, local, and international advocacy efforts. With 68 affiliates, ACB strives to increase independence, security, equality of opportunity, and the quality of life for all people who are blind or have low vision. For more information, visit www.acb.org.

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Bay State Council of the Blind 2024 Spring Conference and Convention Agenda Grousbeck Center, Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown, MA

Morning Session

• Welcome From Our Host, Perkins School for the Blind

• Opening Remarks David Kingsbury, President, BSCB

• Overview of Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Activities John Oliveira , Commissioner, MCB

• Participant Introductions

• State Government Initiatives to Improve Accessibility Ashley Bloom, Chief Information Technology Accessibility Officer, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security

• Updates from Two of Our Committees Ambassador Program: Pam Loch, Membership Committee chair Healthcare Resources web page: Nona Haroyan and Jerry Berrier, Advocacy Committee co-chairs

• First Reading of Proposed BSCB Code of Conduct Policy Brian Charlson and Jennifer Harnish

• lection of BSCB Officers Brian Charlson (to explain voting procedures) Mary Haroyan( to announce slate of nominees recommended by the Nominations Committee) Sharon Strzalkowski to chair election of President David Kingsbury to chair election of other officers

Afternoon Session

• Announcement of Election Results David Kingsbury Short comments by newly elected Officers

• Debate and Adoption of Proposed Code of Conduct Policy Brian Charlson

• Experience as a Book Author Andrew Leland, author of “The Country of the Blind,” interviewed by Kim Charlson

• Announcement of BSCB Awards Awards Committee: Kim Charlson (chair), Pam Loch, and Jerry Berrier

• Tips for Getting a Handle on Your Personal Finances Moe Carpenter, Penny Forward

• News from the Tech World Jeff Bishop, ACB Blind Information Technology Specialists affiliate President: Overview of BITS training activities and other member benefits David Kingsbury, Demo of the new JAWS PictureSmart with Generative AI feature for describing digital images

• Overview of Recent Perkins Library Activities Kim Charlson

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Re-experience the April 8, 2024 total eclipse of the sun through sound.

Harvard University’s Astronomy Department welcomes those who are blind or have low vision to experience the total eclipse of the sun, through use of the LightSound device which uses a technique called sonification, the process of converting data, in this case light intensity into sound.

The American Council of the Blind and ACB Media are proud to partner with Harvard to broadcast this amazing event where you experience and track through sound the eclipse as it reaches totality at different times from Texas through Vermont. Folks from many different organizations around the country connected their LightSound devices to Zoom as the eclipse reached totality at their location.

The podcast opens with an interview of Allyson Bieryla, Science Center Astronomy Lab and Telescope Manager, Harvard University Astronomer, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory who describes the LightSound Project, and demonstrates and explains the LighhtSound device.

For more information about the LightSound Project, go to The LightSound Project (harvard.edu)

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20240407-1 Illinois Council of the Blind 20240407-1 Morning Sessions

• ICB Business o Elections o Treasurer's Update o Resolutions o Affiliate Reports o Convention 2025 Discussion o Old Business & New Business

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20240406-3 Illinois Council of the Blind 20240406-3 Banquet

• ICB Banquet: o guest speaker Kolby Garrison o Presentation of Awards & 50/50 Raffle Winner Presented o Memorial Service - Remembering ICB members, friends and guide dogs who have passed since our last convention. Note: Memorial service started shortly after the conclusion of banquet

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20240406-2 Illinois Council of the Blind 20240406-2 Afternoon Sessions

• Railroad Relocation Project History: o Kevin Seal - Hansen Engineering

• Accessible Pharmacy: o Andy Burstein

• Audio Description Project: o Samantha Gould

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20240406-1 Morning Sessions

• BBS Update: o Kim Borowicz

• ACB Report

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