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Week of Apr 19th
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April 19, 2021
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April 20, 2021(3 events)
1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group.1:30 pm: Sharing Space Support Group. – BALANCE is pleased to announce that Sharing Space Support Group is moving to a year-round format with groups running every Tuesday, starting Tuesday January 12th, from 1:30pm-3:30pm. The BALANCE Sharing Space Support Group is year-round professionally facilitated group counselling for adults who are blind or living with sight loss. From navigating during the pandemic to navigating ableism at any time, the groups address life’s challenges specifically for blind people, whether big or small, in a safe and supportive group experience (currently offered virtually through Zoom). Our Sharing Space Support Groups are facilitated by people with lived experience and a Social Work background. This is open only to BALANCE clients. You need a service agreement in place in order to participate. If you don't have one, please call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0 or email info@balancefba.org to get more information. zoom 3:00 pm: Step Into Spring: Yoga with Fazia!3:00 pm: Step Into Spring: Yoga with Fazia! – BALANCE for Blind Adults is offering a special yoga course with a focus on back care and postural alignment, with certified yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali. Classes are being held via Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00pm and are approximately 45 minutes long. Spots are limited so register now! Email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. Fazia has 20 years of experience as a certified advanced yoga instructor. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her classes are corrective and rehabilitative rather than performance focused, and they promote wellness, pain reduction, and correct posture. You’ll feel energized and uplifted. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. zoom 7:30 pm: The Listening Stage presents Blind Imaginings: A Celebration of New Writing!7:30 pm: The Listening Stage presents Blind Imaginings: A Celebration of New Writing! – Join us on Tuesday April 20 from 7:30 - 8:45pm EST for “Blind Imaginings: A Celebration of New Writing!” as part of the Listening Stage Series. Common Boots Theatre and BALANCE for Blind Adults invite you to a celebration of creative writing by members of our blind community. With guest host Amy Amantea, featuring new writing by Anthony Coulter, Cat Peever and Karoline Bourdeau, plus an audio-described screening of a new short film written and performed by Alex Bulmer. This gathering is a chance to come together, celebrate creativity, and enjoy good conversation. Bring your headphones for the best listening experience. The Zoom room will open at 7:15 EST with the event starting at 7:30pm EST. There will be a relaxed meet and greet followed by readings, a screening, and a talk around with the artists. Admission is free (donations are always welcome), however pre-registration for the event is The event will take place via Zoom. An email address is required in order to register, however, participation may be online or by phone. If you require assistance in the registration process, please contact BALANCE at (416) 236 1796. For more information please contact assistant@commonbootstheatre.ca
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April 21, 2021
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April 22, 2021(2 events)
12:00 pm: Coffee Connections12:00 pm: Coffee Connections – Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time! It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather! If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections. zoom 3:00 pm: Step Into Spring: Yoga with Fazia!3:00 pm: Step Into Spring: Yoga with Fazia! – BALANCE for Blind Adults is offering a special yoga course with a focus on back care and postural alignment, with certified yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali. Classes are being held via Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00pm and are approximately 45 minutes long. Spots are limited so register now! Email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. Fazia has 20 years of experience as a certified advanced yoga instructor. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her classes are corrective and rehabilitative rather than performance focused, and they promote wellness, pain reduction, and correct posture. You’ll feel energized and uplifted. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. zoom |
April 23, 2021(2 events)
2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone - News and iTunes U2:30 pm: Beyond Siri: Getting the Most from Your iPhone - News and iTunes U – The Beyond Siri workshops are for both those who are new to iPhone as well as those looking to improve their knowledge and use of the device. The purpose of these sessions is to provide a setting to discuss the use of, or changes to, specific apps. Join us next Friday April 23rd from 2:30 to 4:00 PM Eastern Time for another edition of Beyond Siri. This session focuses on the News App. Learn how you can get quick and easy access to news feeds from some of your favourite sources. In addition, we will be exploring iTunes U. Learn how easy it is to get access to a large collection of free educational content and public courses! If you are interested, please join us! Sessions are bi-weekly via Zoom and classes will be repeated periodically. A reminder that you must register for each class individually, even if you have registered for ones prior. Call the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register for Beyond Siri: News and iTunes U. zoom 7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game7:00 pm: The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game – Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom. Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe. zoom |
April 24, 2021
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April 25, 2021
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