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20240629 1700 ACB Families Goes to Camp

Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 2

June 29, 2024

20240629 1700 ACB Families Goes to Camp Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 2 It's summertime - time to sit around the virtual campfire and eat hotdogs and s'mores. Whether you're a kid or a kid at heart, camp is a special experience. Stories, songs, games - a convention tradition for the entire family. Edited by: Brian McCallen

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20240629 1400 Exploring New Worlds Through Sensory Games (ACB NG)

Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 3

June 29, 2024

20240629 1400 Exploring New Worlds Through Sensory Games (ACB NG) Originally Broadcasted June 29, 2024, on ACB Media 3 Whether you like audio or video games, this program is for you! Attendees learned how people with blindness and visual impairment create and play these accessible games: Brock the Investigator, The Last of Us, and Knight Manager. Join us for game demonstrations and lively discussion about present and future audio/video games. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20240628 1700 Match Wits with Next Gen and the Boomers

Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2

June 28, 2024

20240628 1700 Match Wits with Next Gen and the Boomers Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 2 AAVL and Next Gen members faced off. Trivia questions crossed generations as we try to stump each other’s knowledge of the eras. Come join the fun - even if you aren't a member of either group yet. Smirks to laughter are mandatory! Some will be easy, and some will break your brain. Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20230702 2100 Prose and Poetry

Originally Broadcasted July 2, 2023, on ACB Media 3

September 17, 2023
20230702 2100 Prose and Poetry

Participants shared some of their original work or just came to listen. The material was family friendly.

Edited By: Doug Hunsinger

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20230705 1600 The Art of Origami

Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media

September 1, 2023

20230705 1600 The Art of Origami Originally Broadcasted July 5, 2023, on ACB Media Jade alexander has patented a set of stencils designed to teach Blind and Low vision folks how to enjoy the ancient art of Origami. In this session, attendees  learned to craft an Origami Rainbow and one of the following: Hummingbird, Rose or Model T using these stencils. We discussed how to modify and personalize our creations all while enjoying the relaxing benefits of crafting. We also discussed the history of the art of Origami. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

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20230704 0700 FIA and BPI Breakfast

Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media 3

September 1, 2023

20230704 0700 FIA and BPI Breakfast Originally Broadcasted July 4, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Participants joined Speaker: Jason Castonguay, performer, composer, and tech geek. Manchester, CT. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

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20230701 1430 3D Immersive Sound Experience

Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 3

September 1, 2023

20230701 1430 3D Immersive Sound Experience Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Back by popular demand, participants cane with Tristan Snyder as he took us on another 3D audio excursion to places real and fantastic. Put on your headphones and tune in to ACB Media to get the full, 3D sound experience, sit back and journey with us as we go from the ordinary to the unbelievable. We'd tell you what to expect, but where would be the fun in that? Life is an adventure, and this is one you won't want to miss! Edited By:  Tim Cumings

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20230703 2000 FIA Showcase of the Performing Arts

Originally Broadcasted July 3, 2023, on ACB Media

September 1, 2023

20230703 2000 FIA Showcase of the Performing Arts Originally Broadcasted July 3, 2023, on ACB Media Another outstanding panoply of performances from musicians, poets, and others. The pinnacle of diversity, creativity, and professionalism.

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20230701 0730 AABT Breakfast Broadcasting-Past, Present and Future

Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 3

September 1, 2023

20230701 0730 AABT Breakfast Broadcasting-Past, Present and Future Originally Broadcasted July 1, 2023, on ACB Media 3 Participants learned about the fascinating history of broadcasting, explored the current state of broadcasting, and speculated about future trends and changes in the field. Andrea Darlas, Board member of the Museum Of Broadcast Communications, Chicago IL and Senior Director Of Constituent Engagement, University Of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL. Edited By:  Doug Hunsinger

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20230624 2200 Showcase After Hours

Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 1

August 20, 2023

20230624 2200 Showcase After Hours Originally Broadcasted June 24, 2023, on ACB Media 1 Attendees participated in our celebration of the Showcase with performers and those behind the scenes who put it all together. Edited By:  Darcy Burnard

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