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Category: Sports and Recreation
Welcome to our Sports and Recreation category, where we explore the many ways blind people engage in fun and fulfilling activities. Whether you’re seeking vigorous exercise or relaxing entertainment, this section is packed with ideas and resources to suit your interests. From adaptive sports to leisure activities, you’ll discover a world of possibilities for enjoying life to the fullest.
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Why Community Matters: Highlights from the NFB Colorado Convention
Today, I’d like to talk about optimism, hope, and the incredible resilience I’ve encountered in the blind and low vision community. Over the weekend, I attended the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado state convention, and as always happens after these gatherings, I’m filled with enthusiasm, renewed hope, and a deeper appreciation for the…
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From Tandem Troubles to Two-Wheeled Triumphs: How Bikes and Blindness Inspire Change
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Ah, springtime in Minnesota! As the snow melts away, it’s like the whole state breathes a collective sigh of relief. And what better way to embrace the thaw than with a family bike ride? Yesterday, that’s exactly what we did, cruising around on our trusty…
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Podcast: Love on a Budget – How to Date Without Breaking the Bank with guest Janeen Lea
In this episode, hosts MOe Carpenter, Chris Peterson, and Liz Bottner welcome guest Janeen Lea. They engage in an open conversation about dating, relationships, and budgeting. They share personal stories and offer creative date ideas ranging from inexpensive activities like geocaching and picnicking to attending community theater. The group also discusses the significance of safety…
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Podcast: Inclusion In Tune, The Shine Music Festival with Shawn Satterfield
In this episode of the Penny Forward podcast, Shawn Satterfield, founder of Shine Music, discusses the Shine Music Festival’s mission to create a radically accessible live music event in Colorado. She shares her journey, the challenges faced, and the innovative accessibility features implemented at the festival. The discussion also covers Shawn’s background, the importance of…
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Wednesday Workshop: Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank
Entertainment Without Breaking The Bank We invited you to our final session of our enlightening three-part series on subscription services. This week, we dove into the captivating world of entertainment subscriptions and unraveling the secrets to choosing the perfect ones that align with your budget. 📺📻🎶📚 Are you a cinephile, a music aficionado, or an…
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Podcast: Sewing Seeds and Making Money, Accessible Gardening for Everyone
This is a live recording in which Kim and MOe shared some ideas about visually impaired and blind gardening, and we got feedback from the community. Listen in and take some tips away to save yourself or family a bit of money on fresh tasty goods. Show notes Garden Sleeves on Amazon Gloves on Amazon…
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Podcast: Fitness On A Budget
This is a special episode of the Penny Forward podcast prompted by a post to the Penny Forward Facebook group. Kaiti Shelton wondered if we could do an episode on fitness on a budget. We thought that was a great idea, and we decided to collaborate with Greg Linberg of the Eyes Free Sports podcast…