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.
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
Is a Guide Dog Right for You?
Virtual Event CAGuide dog partners are trusted friends that offer new opportunities for interaction and greater independence. Learn if a guide dog
Seeing AI App
Virtual Event CALearn about a free app for iOS that narrates the world around you. Seeing AI uses the device camera to
Move-A-Thon Finish Line
Virtual Event CAShare your accomplishments with the rest of the event participants and hear experiences from a diverse group of move-a-thon finishers!
Doctor’s Lunch & Learn: Age-related Macular Degeneration
Virtual Event CAAge-related macular degeneration (AMD) remains the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. In this presentation
Understanding Vision Loss
Virtual Event CAAs your vision changes due to Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy or other conditions, we offer FREE programs and services
Giving Up the Car Keys
Virtual Event CAWhen is the right time to give up the car keys? Are you and others safe? What options are available
Shopping for the Holidays: Instacart, Markets and Online Shopping
Virtual Event CALearn safer, easier ways to obtain your holiday groceries and gifts. We will teach you how to order groceries and
How Can BARD Help You?
Virtual Event CADuring this online workshop, you’ll learn how to instantly download audio books and magazines for free using the Braille and
Making Autonomous Driving Accessible
Virtual Event CAExplore the latest technology advances surrounding navigation such as with autonomous vehicles, and other artificial intelligence platforms. Dr. Nicholas Giudice discusses how autonomous vehicles are being made safe and accessible for the blind and visually impaired. We will be talking about what's coming in regard to accessible technology and related platforms
Instacart: Delivery Services
Virtual Event CALearn safer, easier ways to obtain your groceries and complete essential shopping all from the comfort of your home. We
Learn Microsoft Teams
Virtual Event CAMicrosoft Teams is a similar platform to Zoom. It offers many features and there are many ways to join meetings.
Low Vision 101
Virtual Event CAIn this free workshop, learn who what, and the importance of Braille Institute’s Low Vision Program. Hear first-hand how our