Events

Join the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired SC and ABVI Foundation as we host Nera, a blind dining experience. Celebrate our mission to empower individuals who are blind or low vision to live fulfilling, purpose-driven lives.

Whether you use Apple or Android, your mobile device comes equipped with powerful built-in screen readers. This webinar delivers a clear, high-level breakdown of how these essential accessibility tools actually work in the real world. You will walk away with practical insights and free resources to continue mastering them at your own pace. Webinar: August 20th at 11am. Register @ info@abvisc.org or 843-723-6915. Events are open to all ABVI clients who are blind or low vision. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.

Get the absolute most out of Siri or Google Assistant with this easy, step-by-step breakdown. We will start with the basic setup, then show you how to create a few simple voice shortcuts to automate your everyday routines. You’ll walk away with a phone ready to handle texting, emailing, and app navigation using just a few natural speech commands. In-person Events @ 11am: Midlands Sept. 8th | PeeDee Sept. 10th | Upstate Sept. 22nd | Lowcountry Sept. 24th. Webinar: September 17th @ 11am. Register @ info@abvisc.org or 843-723-6915. Events are open to all ABVI clients who are blind or low vision. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.

Teens who are blind or low vision and their Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVIs) are invited to participate in this interactive online session introducing Meta Glasses and their accessibility features. Participants will learn how Meta Glasses can support greater independence by reading text, describing surroundings, identifying objects, and connecting with the Be My Eyes platform. Through demonstrations and discussion, teens will explore practical ways this technology can be used at school, at home, and in the community. Webinar: September 1st from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Register via the SELECT Fall 2026 Events Registration Form.

Discover simple, engaging ways to create sensory-rich learning and play experiences at home for young children who are blind or low vision. During this virtual webinar, participants will explore tactile sensory bins, sound-based cause-and-effect activities, and vision-friendly adaptations that incorporate light, contrast, and movement. We'll also demonstrate how to use story boxes and object cues to support communication and early literacy, while sharing creative DIY sensory toy ideas that families can make using everyday household materials. Webinar: Thursday, Sept. 3rd @ 10 - 11am. Register via the Dots 'N’ Tots Fall 2026 Events Registration Form. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.

Get the absolute most out of Siri or Google Assistant with this easy, step-by-step breakdown. We will start with the basic setup, then show you how to create a few simple voice shortcuts to automate your everyday routines. You’ll walk away with a phone ready to handle texting, emailing, and app navigation using just a few natural speech commands. In-person Events @ 11am: PeeDee Sept. 10th | Upstate Sept. 22nd | Lowcountry Sept. 24th. Webinar: September 17th @ 11am. Register @ info@abvisc.org or 843-723-6915. Events are open to all ABVI clients who are blind or low vision. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.

Get the absolute most out of Siri or Google Assistant with this easy, step-by-step breakdown. We will start with the basic setup, then show you how to create a few simple voice shortcuts to automate your everyday routines. You’ll walk away with a phone ready to handle texting, emailing, and app navigation using just a few natural speech commands. Webinar: September 17th @ 11am. In-person Events @ 11am: Upstate Sept. 22nd | Lowcountry Sept. 24th. Register @ info@abvisc.org or 843-723-6915. Events are open to all ABVI clients who are blind or low vision. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.

Get the absolute most out of Siri or Google Assistant with this easy, step-by-step breakdown. We will start with the basic setup, then show you how to create a few simple voice shortcuts to automate your everyday routines. You’ll walk away with a phone ready to handle texting, emailing, and app navigation using just a few natural speech commands. In-person Events @ 11am: Upstate Sept. 22nd | Lowcountry Sept. 24th. Register @ info@abvisc.org or 843-723-6915. Events are open to all ABVI clients who are blind or low vision. Participation links and details will be emailed after registration.