Lighthouse for the Blind

Pedestrian & Bicycle Advisory Commission Meeting
2018-06-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Hazel Harvey Peace Center for Neighborhoods, 818 Missouri Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
The City of Fort Worth will be holding a meeting to discuss items such as:

Regional Bicycle Opinion Survey
Pedestrian Easements
West 7th Street Reconstruction Project
East 1st Street Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Active Transportation Plan Update

Please join us to voice concerns and suggestions.

Advocacy Class
2018-06-12 16:30 - 17:15 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Looking for a way to make sure your voice is heard correctly when advocating for your needs due to vision loss?
Join Andrew Bernet Tuesday, June 12th 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm for his monthly advocacy class.
Contact Andrew at abernet@lighthousefw.org or 817.332.3341 for more information.

Cooking Without Looking
2018-06-12 08:00 - 17:00
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, June 27th, 9:30 am to 11:30 am for our monthly Cooking Without Looking presented by Gus Bates Insurance & Investments!
This month we will learn how to prepare Turkey Burgers. As part of the lesson we will be covering the following techniques and skills.

Using appliances such as electric grills in a safe and efficient manner.
Organizing materials and ingredients efficiently.
Cutting and chopping various food items safely.
Determining when the meat is done by way of other senses such as touch, hearing, and smell.

Please RSVP by Monday, June 25th to Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or 817-332-3341.
Click Here to RSVP

June Blind Dine
2018-06-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Chimy’s, 1053 Foch St, Fort Worth, TX, 76107, United States
June’s Blind Dine will be held at Chimy’s – Saturday, June 9th, 2 pm to 4 pm.
Chimy’s is located at 1053 Foch St, Fort Worth, TX 76107.
Please RSVP by Thursday, June 7th.
Come out and enjoy great food & friends!
We will have a low vision and Braille menu available on site.
For more info, contact skeen@lighthousefw.org or call 817-332-3341.

Apple iOS User Group
2018-06-06 12:30 - 14:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Since the release of the iPhone in 2007, Apple has taken great strides to make sure all of their products are accessible to people with disabilities. Join us as we learn more about the great features that are contained in these devices.
Apple iOS Users Group
Topics may include:

Learning to use the iPhone, iPad, etc.
Advanced voice over and accessibility features
Useful apps for blind and low vision users
Demos of other apple products such as the Apple TV

Meetings will be held the first Wednesday of the month at the Lighthouse for the blind from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Feel free to bring your ideas and suggestions.
If you have any questions contact Shawn Keen
skeen@lighthousefw.org or 817-529-7811
RSVP here.

Support Group
2018-06-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-05-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-04-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-03-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2018-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Every month we host Support Group for people who are visually impaired or blind.
Please join us every first Wednesday of the month.
Support Groups are hosted by Kevin Higgins our Certified Vision Rehabilitation Specialist.

Cooking Without Looking
2018-05-30 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, May 30th, 9:30 am to 11:30 am for our monthly Cooking Without Looking presented by Gus Bates Insurance & Investments!
This month we will make a wonderfully delicious vegan peanut butter mug cake. Don’t miss out on all the nuttiness!
Please RSVP by Sunday, May 27th to Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or 817-332-3341.
RSVP Here

Advocacy Class
2018-05-08 16:30 - 17:15 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Looking for a way to make sure your voice is heard correctly when advocating for your needs due to vision loss?
Join Andrew Bernet Tuesday, May 8th 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm for his monthly advocacy class.
Contact Andrew at abernet@lighthousefw.org or 817.332.3341 for more information.

Cooking Without Looking
2018-05-08 08:00 - 17:00
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, May 30th, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!
This month we will we make a wonderfully delicious vegan peanut butter mug cake. Don’t miss out on all of the nuttiness!
Please RSVP by Sunday, May 27th. Click Here to RSVP
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

Apple iOS Users Group
2018-05-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Since the release of the iPhone in 2007, Apple has taken great strides to make sure all of their products are accessible to people with disabilities. Join us as we learn more about the great features that are contained in these devices.
Apple iOS Users Group
Topics may include:

Learning to use the iPhone, iPad, etc.
Advanced voice over and accessibility features
Useful apps for blind and low vision users
Demos of other apple products such as the Apple TV

Meetings will be held the first Wednesday of the month at the Lighthouse for the blind from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Feel free to bring your ideas and suggestions.
If you have any questions contact Shawn Keen
skeen@lighthousefw.org
817-529-7811

April's Cooking Without Looking
2018-04-25 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, April 25th, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!
This month we will learn how to make French toast using the handy George Foreman grill. Don’t miss out on all of the fried French fun! Bon appetit!
Please RSVP by Sunday, April 22nd. Click Here to RSVP
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

April Blind Dine
2018-04-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Shaw’s Patio Bar & Grill, 1051 W Magnolia Ave, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
April’s Blind Dine will be held at Shaw’s Patio Bar & Grill – Saturday, April 14th, 2 pm to 4 pm.
Shaw’s is located at 1051 W Magnolia Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 11th.
Come out and enjoy great food & friends!
We will have a low vision and Braille menu available on site.
For more info, contact skeen@lighthousefw.org or call 817-332-3341.
RSVP Here

Advocacy Class
2018-04-10 16:30 - 17:15 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Looking for a way to make sure your voice is heard correctly when advocating for your needs due to vision loss?
Join Andrew Bernet Tuesday, April 10th 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm for his monthly advocacy class.
Contact Andrew at abernet@lighthousefw.org or 817.332.3341 for more information.

Online Grocery Ordering
2018-04-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Grocery delivery has become a huge market and is very convenient for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Join Shawn Keen to learn all about ordering from websites like Amazon Fresh, iPhone Apps like Instacart, and ordering food from restaurants on apps like Uber Eats and Door Dash.
Please RSVP by Monday, April 2nd.
Shawn Keen – skeen@lighthousefw.org
Lighthouse for the Blind
817-332-3341

March Cooking Without Looking
2018-03-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, March 28th, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!

Join us this month for Cooking without Looking as we make Panini sandwiches.
Come and learn how to customize and grill your own delicious Panini sandwich. See you there!

Please RSVP by Sunday, March 25th.
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

March Blind Dine
2018-03-10 14:00 - 16:00 | Flying Saucer, 111 East 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
March’s Blind Dine will be held at Flying Saucer – Saturday, March 10th, 2 pm to 4 pm.
Flying Saucer is located downtown at 111 East 3rd St, Fort Worth, TX 76102.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, March 7th.
Come out and enjoy great food & friends!
We will have a low vision and Braille menu available on site.
For more info, contact skeen@lighthousefw.org or call 817-332-3341.

Apple iOS Users Group
2018-03-07 16:30 - 17:15 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Since the release of the iPhone in 2007, Apple has taken great strides to make sure all of their products are accessible to people with disabilities. Join us as we learn more about the great features that are contained in these devices.
Apple iOS Users Group
Topics may include:

Learning to use the iPhone, iPad, etc.
Advanced voice over and accessibility features
Useful apps for blind and low vision users
Demos of other apple products such as the Apple TV

Meetings will be held the first Wednesday of the month at the Lighthouse for the blind from 4:00 to 5:15. Feel free to bring your ideas and suggestions.
If you have any questions contact Shawn Keen
skeen@lighthousefw.org
817-529-7811

Cooking Without Looking presented by Gus Bates Insurance & Investments
2018-02-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, February 28th, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!

Join us this month for Cooking without Looking. This month we’ll be making a delicious pizza bagel recipe.
Unfortunately, we don’t’ deliver, but you’re welcome to come and customize your own pizza bagel. Don’t miss out on the tasty fun!

Please RSVP by Sunday, February 25th.
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

Advocacy Training Class
2018-02-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Contact Andrew Bernet for details.
abernet@lighthousefw.org
817-529-7803

February Blind Dine
2018-02-10 14:00 - 16:00 | West Side Cafe, 7950 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX, 76116, United States
February’s Blind Dine will be held at West Side Cafe – Saturday, February 10th 2 pm to 4 pm.
West Side Cafe is a great country cooking restaurant located off Camp Bowie W Blvd. Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 7th.
Come out and enjoy great food & friends!
We will have a low vision and Braille menu available on site.
Please RSVP no later than Wednesday,February 7th.
For more info, contact skeen@lighthousefw.org or call 817-332-3341.

Annual Youth Valentine's Dance
2018-02-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join us for dinner at 7 PM with dancing until 9:30 PM.

Please RSVP to April Harris at aharris@lighthousefw.org by February 7th.

Senior Valentine's Dance
2018-02-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join us at 5:30 PM for our seniors dance with dinner to follow.
Dinner served at 7 PM
Please RSVP to April Harris at aharris@lighthousefw.org by February 7th.
Seniors Valentine’s Day Dance

Apple iOS Class
2018-02-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States

Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments
2018-01-31 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Kevin Higgins on Wednesday, January 31st, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!
This month we’ll be making a tasty macaroni and cheese pasta! Come bring in the New Year with us by learning our newest recipe.
Please RSVP by Thursday, January 25th.
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

Cooking Without Looking Presented By Gus Bates Insurance & Investments
2017-11-29 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Join Lauren Bowen on Wednesday, November 29th, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!
This month we’ll be making a delicious Pumpkin Spice Cake in a mug!
Please RSVP by Monday, November 27th.
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.

Cooking Without Looking presented by Gus Bates Insurance & Investments
2017-10-31 09:30 - 11:30 | Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth, 912 West Broadway, Fort Worth, TX, 76104, United States
Trick or Eat!
Join Kevin Higgins on Tuesday, October 31st, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for a spooky edition of our monthly Cooking Without Looking Presented By GUS BATES Insurance & Investments!
This month we’ll be making Nutella Banana Mummy Rolls!
Come join us for some Halloween fun!
Please RSVP by Thursday, October 26th.
For more information, contact Kevin Higgins at khiggins@lighthousefw.org or call 817.332.3341.
