Braille Lessons & Online Events

A variety of free classes, workshops and support groups are available to help you or a loved one stay active, remain independent and enjoy connections with others.

Someone will reach out to you with more information.

Sign up for individual events, workshops and seminars from our events listing below – free and open to everyone. Register online or call 1-800-BRAILLE (272-4553) Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm Pacific Time (PT).

Upcoming Events and Workshops

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Teching In Wednesday

Virtual Event CA

Questions about tech? Join us for this open online Q&A with our staff! We welcome all participants! Please call 1800-BRAILLE

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Reading Is For Everyone

Virtual Event CA

We can make reading possible even if your vision isn’t what it used to be. Braille Institute’s library provides digital books

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Arte de los Mayas

Virtual Event CA

Acompáñanos y aprende sobre el diverso arte y la arquitectura de la civilización Maya.

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Young Adult Group

Virtual Event CA

Introducing a program for visually impaired young adults. This program will provide a space for socialization and connection while preparing

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Partners for Pediatric Vision

Virtual Event CA

Partners for Pediatric Vision will present on low vision and resources for children with low vision. Speakers: Tori Schladen, Dr.

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Understanding Vision Loss

Virtual Event CA

As your vision changes due to Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy or other conditions, we offer FREE programs and services

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Introducing Amazon Alexa

Virtual Event CA

Join us for this online workshop where we get started with Amazon’s smart assistant, Alexa! You will learn all the

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Teching In Wednesday

Virtual Event CA

Questions about tech? Join us for this open online Q&A with our staff! We welcome all participants! Please call 1800-BRAILLE

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Seeing AI App

Virtual Event CA

Join us to learn about a free app for iOS that narrates the world around you. Seeing AI uses the

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During the Coronavirus shutdown, we are providing remote services and classes. Find out more on our Remote Services page.