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Events in April 2021
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April 9, 2021(1 event) 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone – The Beyond Siri workshops are for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting to discuss the use of, or changes to, specific apps. On April 9th from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Eastern time, Beyond Siri will focus on the use of the camera and how persons who are blind or low vision can take advantage of it. You may have used the camera to recognize QR codes, or as part of the OCR package to read printed materials. However, it has so many other uses! If you plan to attend, please ensure that you have downloaded on your device Seeing AI as we will be referring to this app throughout the session. If you are interested, please join us! Sessions are bi-weekly via Zoom and classes will be repeated periodically. A reminder that you must register for each class individually. Call the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796, extension 0, or click here to register for Beyond Siri: The Camera App: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ofuGgrT8rGNxKFxd_kF7VyOvNwxd1beA0 zoom |
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April 20, 2021(1 event) 7:30 pm: The Listening Stage presents Blind Imaginings: A Celebration of New Writing! – Join us on Tuesday April 20 from 7:30 - 8:45pm EST for “Blind Imaginings: A Celebration of New Writing!” as part of the Listening Stage Series. Common Boots Theatre and BALANCE for Blind Adults invite you to a celebration of creative writing by members of our blind community. With guest host Amy Amantea, featuring new writing by Anthony Coulter, Cat Peever and Karoline Bourdeau, plus an audio-described screening of a new short film written and performed by Alex Bulmer. This gathering is a chance to come together, celebrate creativity, and enjoy good conversation. Bring your headphones for the best listening experience. The Zoom room will open at 7:15 EST with the event starting at 7:30pm EST. There will be a relaxed meet and greet followed by readings, a screening, and a talk around with the artists. Admission is free (donations are always welcome), however pre-registration for the event is The event will take place via Zoom. An email address is required in order to register, however, participation may be online or by phone. If you require assistance in the registration process, please contact BALANCE at (416) 236 1796. For more information please contact assistant@commonbootstheatre.ca
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April 23, 2021(1 event) 2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone - News and iTunes U – The Beyond Siri workshops are for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting to discuss the use of, or changes to, specific apps. Join us next Friday April 23rd from 2:30 to 4:00 PM Eastern Time for another edition of Beyond Siri. This session focuses on the News App. Learn how you can get quick and easy access to news feeds from some of your favourite sources. In addition, we will be exploring iTunes U. Learn how easy it is to get access to a large collection of free educational content and public courses! If you are interested, please join us! Sessions are bi-weekly via Zoom and classes will be repeated periodically. A reminder that you must register for each class individually, even if you have registered for ones prior. Call the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register for Beyond Siri: News and iTunes U. zoom |
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