Honoring the Legacy of Louis Braille.
The Inventor of the Braille touch reading system , Louis Braille was Born in 1809.
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Make everyday shopping easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable for Adults with vision impairment.
Join us for an engaging and practical workshop designed to make everyday shopping easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable for Adults with vision impairment . In this session, we’ll explore a variety of helpful strategies—from organizing, creating shopping lists and identifying products with confidence . Participants will learn about assistive tools and techniques, including smartphone features, accessible apps, labeling techniques, and strategies for communicating with store staff. Workshop " Smart Shopping Tips ." Thursday, January 22, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM PT Thursday, February 19, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM PT Online / Laguna Hills
How AI is changing innovation, education, and everyday life?
Ken Richardson—former President and COO of Hughes Aircraft and author of Sparking Innovation: Lessons to Spur America to Regain Its Lead in Science and Engineering— returns to continue the conversation on how the United States can rekindle its creative and scientific drive. In this second talk, Richardson will be joined by his two grandsons, both professionals working in artificial intelligence , for a lively and intergenerational discussion about how AI is changing innovation, education, and everyday life . This event is open to everyone—library patrons, educators, students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. Whether you’re curious about technology’s promise or thoughtful about its limits, you’ll find an engaging and thought-provoking exchange . Workshop " A Conversation Continues: Author Ken Richardson with Andrew and David Richardson on Technology, Innovation, and Relevance ." Tuesday, January 27, 2026 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PT. Online / Los Angeles.
Focusing on an evidence-based program designed to help its participants manage falls and increase Physical activity levels.
This workshop provides a brief introduction and overview of what to expect with the upcoming class: A Matter of Balance. Attendees may ask questions or voice their concerns prior to signing up to the program as it will be capped at 12 participants. ‘ A Matter of Balance’ is an evidence-based program designed to help its participants manage falls and increase activity levels while reducing fears alongside others in a small group format . Those who are concerned about falls, interested in improving balance/flexibility/strength, who have fallen in the past, or those who have restricted activities because of falling concerns would be a good match to take part in this workshop to understand whether it is an appropriate fit. Workshop on the " Concerns About Falling? It's a Matter of Balance ." Thursday, January 22, 2026 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM PT. Online / Anaheim
Explore how emerging technologies can support independence and daily living.
Stay up-to-date with the latest innovations in assistive technology designed for individuals with low or no vision. In this interactive online discussion, the group will share news, insights, and practical applications of new tools and devices. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and explore how emerging technologies can support independence and daily living. Workshop entitled '' What’s New In Assistive Technology ''. Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM PT. Online / Laguna Hills.
How the white cane can enhance safety, boost confidence, and promote independence in everyday travel?
Discover the purpose and power of the white cane. A Hands-on interactive workshop designed for individuals with low or no vision, participants will learn how the white cane can enhance safety, boost confidence, and promote independence in everyday trave l. Workshop on " Introduction to the White Cane ''. Tuesday, January 27, 2026 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM PT Online / Los Angeles
Developing effective braille literacy programs.
Whether through technological innovations or increased support for braille literacy programs , it is important that we continue to work towards a world where everyone has the tools and resources they need to achieve their full potentia l.
Allow people with Visual impairment to fully participate in society and has helped to break down many of the barriers that they face.
The braille system has been a crucial tool for people with vision loss to gain access to education, employment, and independence . It has allowed them to fully participate in society and has helped to break down many of the barriers that they face.
Focusing on the ongoing efforts to improve and expand access to braille for all who need it.
On World Braille Day , we honor The legacy of Louis Braille and showcase the impact that his invention has had on the lives of people with vision loss.
Braille is a system of raised dots that allows people who are blind or have low vision to read and write.
The Braille code has been used for more than 200 years and is now recognized as the primary means of reading and writing for people with vision loss around the world.