While Chicken Chimichanga is more known for being a southwest or Tex-Mex fusion dish, there are others who believe that the chimichanga has purely Mexican roots, originating in the northern Mexican state of Sonora and that migrants brought the dish to Arizona. Regardless of its origins, this golden perfected large burrito is filled with choices […]
May is National Invention month. In this meet up, we will take a look at what inventions were made throughout our lives and the impact they have had for each of us. Join in and share the gizmos and gadgets that make your life great. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link […]
There are many accessible game apps to enjoy both on the computer or on a smart phone or tablet. Let's take a look at a few such as RS Games, Dice World Games, and Blindfold games. Some you can play against the computer, while others you can play against family and friends. Either way, we'll […]
Meet Christy Havey, a licensed massage therapist originally in the Toledo Ohio area who has now relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She has salon and spa experience with a focus on relaxation and therapeutic technique. Christy is visually impaired due to glaucoma and has been practicing massage therapy since 2016. This career path involves training, people […]
Join in this workshop to learn about this Polymer clay option that is baked in the oven. We will cover techniques that you can use to make a project of your choice. Purchase a kit or pick up your own supplies. Kit will include 3 colors of polymer clay with tactile markers for identifications of […]
Several wearables will be reviewed including smart watches (Apple and Android) which allow access to all tasks that can be performed with a smart phone, the use of AIRA and OrCam for safe navigation, identifying objects providing assistance with reading materials and the use of wireless ear buds to allow for safely obtaining information. Thanks […]
Back by popular request-Order in the court! A mock trial of one of your very own where you get to decide innocent or guilty. There will be a new role for participants with a brand new mock crime! Join us for this thrilling display of court room cunning. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie […]
Jackie comes to us as a certified instructor with 9 years experience teaching bone building. Through the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Jackie currently teaches at the Berlin Recreation Center. Having some sight impairment herself, Jackie has been participating in our Fit & Fabulous workouts on a regular basis and is thrilled to lead us […]
Join us for NH’s largest gathering in support of individuals who are blind and visually impaired. The 20th Annual Walk For Sight will consist of a 1-mile loop through Downtown Concord, starting and ending on the State House lawn! We’ll have speakers, raffles, a DJ, and fun photo opportunities. Join our email list and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for event […]
Take advantage of a beautiful May day. After our 20th annual Walk for Sight, bring your lunch over to enjoy beep baseball together in the park. No experience necessary. Whether you hit, run or cheer us on, let's gather for some fun! Please sign up by May 10th to receive all of the details. This […]
Have you ever done something just because its a habit? In this workshop we will take a look at our habits and how to start a new one. We will also discuss how you can make mindfulness a habit. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration confirmation.
Whether you want to learn how to navigate Etsy and find unique personalized or hand crafted items; or you are wondering how to use the app to set up your own shop, discovering the accessibility of Etsy is for you! To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration […]
Calling all poets, stand up comedians, musicians, and story tellers! If you have something entertaining to share, then this is the opportunity for you. Take part in our Future In Sight Open Mic Night, where it's all about fun. Remember, we also need an amazing supportive audience. So whether you want to entertain or be […]
Eastman's Fishing Fleet is once again offering a deep sea fishing trip off the coast of Seabrook, NH. No equipment or experience necessary. There is also no cost for this activity. We do collect a voluntary donation to give to the fabulous crew. We will be on the Victoria, and can take a maximum of […]
Vicki Preddy is a Registered Nurse Educator with Vanda Pharmaceuticals. Her role is to raise awareness and offer education about Non-24, a short name for Non-24 Hour Sleep Wake Disorder. Non-24 occurs with high prevalence in people with blindness and low vision and causes severe disturbances in sleep and wake patterns. During this presentation you […]
Learn more about breathing, balance, orientation, and exercise as Michelle Dowling uses tools such as chair yoga and gradually adds to what you can do at your own pace. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration confirmation.
Let's celebrate the end of the school year and the kick off to the summer season! Our goal for students at this session is to build social opportunities during recreation and leisure, through an introduction and exposure to a wide variety of adaptive sports/games. There will be everything from beep frisbee, beep soccer, relay games, […]
Most of us have had pork chops and rice, but why not combine them into one quick and easy enticing casserole! Courtney will lead us in preparing this comfort food, which is sure to please everyone at the table. Participants will receive a list of ingredients ahead of time. To register, please click here. Questions? […]
Join this workshop to create your own desert landscape. The scene features mountains in cactus with visual and tactile beauty combined. Participants will need to provide their own liquid glue and glue stick. Cost $12 Please order by May 18th To register, please click here. *Free registration will be available for anyone who does not […]
Have you wanted a smart phone with physical buttons? This Android BlindShell Classic 2 phone may be for you! This phone might possibly be the most accessible phone on the market to date. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration confirmation.
Meet Liz Bottner; a 508 Compliance Analyst in the digital accessibility space for Sierra7, Inc. in Washington DC. She is also the Vice President of the Penny Forward Board of Directors and the co-host and co-producer of the Penny Forward podcast. She is a certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist (CATIS) and Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist […]
Aloha and welcome to this introduction to hula class. Nancy Griffin has been studying Polynesian culture, the Hawaiian language, and dances with the best Kumu Hula (Master Hula teachers) on the Mainland and in Hawaii for over thirty years. She teaches and performs Hawaiian hula, Maori, and Samoan dance throughout New England, and has performed […]
Join us in this fun social to see what you and your friends would do in hypothetical situations. Prompts will be provided as well as the opportunity for you to pose your own scenarios. We are sure to get to know each other better. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will […]
Our next Silver Retreat will be held from Monday, June 12th to Friday, June 16th at the Holiday Inn in Concord, NH. Our Silver Retreats are a 5-day immersive program for individuals aged 55+ affected by severe vision impairment. Silver Retreats are presented under a contract with Services for the Blind and Vision Impaired through […]
We will explore terminology and methods to strengthen and secure your internet connection. Options to strengthen include an Ethernet cable, relocating the router, Moca devices, and more. Security considerations involve a strong wi-fi password, VPN, etc. We'll cover it all. To register, please click here. Questions? Contact Stephanie Hurd. Zoom link will be sent with registration […]
Three Wishes: A Novel By Liane Moriarty Lyn, Cat, and Gemma Kettle, beautiful thirty-three-year-old triplets, seem to attract attention everywhere they go. Together, laughter, drama, and mayhem follow them, but apart, each is dealing with her own share of ups and downs. In this wise, witty, and hilarious novel, we follow the Kettle sisters through […]
Aloha and welcome to this introduction to hula class. Nancy Griffin has been studying Polynesian culture, the Hawaiian language, and dances with the best Kumu Hula (Master Hula teachers) on the Mainland and in Hawaii for over thirty years. She teaches and performs Hawaiian hula, Maori, and Samoan dance throughout New England, and has performed […]
Make one or both of these breakfast smoothie bowls. If you are the sweet and salty type, then the chocolaty peanut butter and banana smoothie bowl is for you. Maybe you prefer something light and fruity, which perfectly describes the strawberries and cream breakfast smoothie bowl . Participants will be emailed a list of ingredients […]
Join in this workshop to make 3 crafts using popsicle sticks: 1. Let’s go fly a kite! When flying an actual kite isn’t an option, creating a colorful kite ornament is an excellent alternative. The finished product results in a cute kite ornament that can be easily displayed in your home. 2. Build a Treasure […]
This workshop will focus on comparing and contrasting a few devices, how to pair with a smart phone, access books, organize documents, perform calculations and more. Thanks to a partnership Future In Sight has with the Older Individuals who are Blind and Visually Impaired Program (OIBVIP), we are pleased to offer this small group workshop. […]
