Welcome to the CCB Courier for January 9, 2026
From Active Blind Inland Valleys:
Hello everyone On January 17, Active Blind Inland Valleys Chapter (ABIV) will hold our social at the Thai Spoon 2 restaurant, in Loma Linda. the address is: 25596 Barton Rd., and we will meet in front of the restaurant between 11:00 and 11:30.
We would love for anyone who can get there to join us.
Please rsvp to Linda Samulski by January 9, so we know how many people to count.
lindahoney050@gmail.com
Northern California Regional Braille Challenge
Saturday, March 7, 2026 Northern California Regional Braille Challenge
Celebrating braille literacy, confidence, and community Each year, blind and low-vision students, families, and educators from across Northern California come together to celebrate braille literacy at the Northern California Braille Challenge. Participants put their braille skills to the test through contests in reading comprehension, speed and accuracy, spelling, proofreading, and tactile graphics. Beyond the competition, the day offers workshops, resources, and meaningful opportunities for students and families to connect, learn, and be inspired.
Join us in person at LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired in San Francisco for a day of competition and celebration of
braille! Registration details and ways to get involved will be shared in the coming weeks.
For questions, please contact: Jamey Gump, Enchanted Hills Camp Director by
gump@lighthouse-sf.org
or (415) 694-7372
Southern California Regional Braille Challenge
Event Details Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Arrival Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Braille Institute – Los Angeles Center
741 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
This program day provides blind and visually impaired students with a meaningful opportunity to connect, share experiences, and participate in a supportive community that has thrived since 2000. Beginning braille learners as well as students at all proficiency levels are encouraged to participate. We look forward to welcoming both new and returning students! Registration Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026
Links:
- English: 2026 SoCal Regional Braille Challenge Registration
- Spanish: https://forms.gle/2SoJ2j3Mfo5hzgH66
Interested in Volunteering? If you would like to volunteer as a proctor, scorer, or general volunteer, please email
braillechallenge@brailleinstitute.org
From: CAAVL president, Jeff Thom
Come join the CCB senior tsunami, the California Alliance on Aging and Vision Loss (CAAVL. We need your ideas, input and commitment. This year, due to a generous donation by Helping Hands for the Blind, your dues will be at no charge if you join by February 14. To join, just contact CAAVL treasurer, Denise Weddle by telephone at 310.306.8149 or by Email at deaniew21@verizon.net.
Bookshare Announcement:
Bookshare is honored to announce a membership offer for American Council of the Blind
members. First-time Bookshare members can join Bookshare for 30% off an annual membership. Existing Bookshare members can renew for 20% off their annual membership. Bookshare is FREE for ACB members who are students (includes all ages and levels, from elementary to college).
First-time Bookshare members, sign up online. When signing up online, you must submit proof of disability. Once your proof of disability has been approved, use promo code ACBNEW30 when adding your subscription, and your discount will be reflected in your payment.
Renewing Bookshare members, log into your account and go to My Account, then Subscription. Use promo code ACBRENEW20 to renew at the discounted price.
Thank you for reading.
