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
California Telephone Access Program
Virtual Event CAKendra Polucha and Theresa Tong, Outreach Specialists from California Phones will explain how you can receive a free specialized telephone
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
Braille Institute Providing Free Low Vision Services Remotely
CABeaumont Library is bringing you a presentation from Braille Institute Coachella Valley. Learn about their free low vision services. Braille
Covid-19 Scams, a Financial Pandemic
Virtual Event CAScammers have lost no time in finding ways to profit from COVID 19. They are using people’s fears, isolation and
Free Access to Audiobooks Using BARD
Virtual Event CALearn how to instantly download audio books and magazines for free using the Braille and Audio Reading Download (BARD) app.
Understanding Diabetes and its Effect on Vision
Virtual Event CAMany people with diabetes have experienced some form of vision loss related to this condition. Learn the importance of managing
Understanding Microsoft Teams
Virtual Event CAMicrosoft Teams is a similar platform to Zoom. It offers many features and there are many ways to join meetings.
Estafas Covid-19, una pandemia financiera
Virtual Event CALos estafadores no han perdido tiempo en encontrar formas de sacar provecho de COVID 19. Están utilizando los miedos, el
Introducing Amazon Alexa
Virtual Event CAJoin us for this online workshop where we get started with Amazon’s smart assistant, Alexa! You will learn all the
Teching In Wednesday
Virtual Event CAThis is a weekly virtual computer lab with guided topics and discussions regulated, driven and supported by your San Diego
Seeing AI App
Virtual Event CAJoin us to learn about a free app for iOS that narrates the world around you. Seeing AI uses the
Advanced: Best Lighting for Your Sight
Virtual Event CAFor people with low vision, lighting is a critical factor. If you have attended our Basic: Best Lighting for your