Welcome to the CCB Happenings for December 20. Editor's Note: Due to the holidays the next CCB Happenings will not be out until January 10. The CCB office will be closed from Tuesday December 24 through Wednesday January 1. We wish everyone happy and safe holidays....

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for December 13. Cathy Skivers: December 12: The California Council of the Blind lost a true pioneer today at the passing of Cathy Skivers, at the age of 94. Everyone who knew Cathy was well aware how devoted she was to two things, her...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for December 6. Treasurers Call: On December 11 there will be a call for all chapter and affiliate treasurers. We strongly encourage a second person from each chapter or affiliate to also attend. Date: Wednesday December 11Time: 7:30...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for November 22. Editor's Note: The CCB office will be closed on November 28th and 29th for the thanks giving holiday. As such there will not be a happenings on November 29th, the next one will come out on December 5th. We wish you a...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for November 15. Writer's Group: It’s the Holiday Season! Busy, busy, busy! You may want to promote holiday parties or fundraising events. Social media, emails, or even old-fashioned paper are a few ways. Let’s talk about promoting them....

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for November 8. CCB Board Call: This is to remind everyone that there will be a CCB board call on November 14th. the participation information is below. Look for an agenda to be distributed through the CCB email lists prior to the...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for November 1. GSGDHI Fall Program: Golden State Guide Dog Handlers Fall Program Topic: Do Technology and Guide Dog Travel Mix? Monday, November 4 7:00 to 8:30PM Dial: 408-638-0968 ID: 158236260 Smartphone or online...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for October 25. CCB Presidents Call: This is a reminder of a monthly call for all affiliate presidents or their designee. Remember that we ask that each chapter only send one representative. We will be discussing how your chapters or...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for October 18. CCB Auction: When: Oct. 20, 2019, from 3-7pm. With: President Judy Wilkinson and immediate past-president Jeff Thom as your auctioneers. How: Call in and place bids on the ZOOM platform. For a full list of auction rules...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for October 11. CCB Auction Update: The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20th, from 3 to 7 p.m., using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be allowed...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for October 4. CCB Auction Update: The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20th, from 3 to 7 p.m., using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be allowed...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for September 27. From The President Dear CCB Members: A number of you have recently received a bogus email supposedly from me. This has also happened in the past but not on this scale. On the surface it doesn’t look harmful: you are...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for September 20. CCB Auction Update The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday, October 20th, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be...

Welcome to the CCB Happenings for September 13. CCB Auction Update: The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday, October 20th, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM, using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for September 6. CCB Auction Update: The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20th, from 3 to 7 p.m., using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for August 30. CCB Auction Update: The auction is coming soon! We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20th, from 3 to 7 p.m., using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be allowed...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for August 23. From The CCB President: Auction update. We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20, using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be allowed by submitting bids to the...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for August 16. From The CCB President: Auction update. We will be holding our live CCB auction on Sunday October 20, using a Zoom conference line. However, as part of the auction, early bidding will be allowed by submitting bids to the...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for August 9. The Following Is A Message From Aira: This message is to remind all ACB members about our exclusive donation offer. Through August 31, 2019, Aira will donate $10 to an ACB member’s chosen affiliate for every person who...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for August 2. CCB Board Meeting: When: Thursday August 8 Time: 7:00 PM Phone: 408.638.0968 ID: 864695032 Participant code, Pound key. Zoom link:https://zoom.us/j/864695032 Tentative Agenda Roll call and introduction of guests. Approval of...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for July 26. First Ever CCB Telephonic Auction: From the CCB Auction Committee: Modeled on the ACBRadio Auction, CCB will hold its first telephonic auction in late October! We need individuals, chapters and affiliates to begin planning...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for July 19. First Ever CCB Telephonic Auction: From the CCB Auction Committee: Modeled on the ACBRadio Auction, CCB will hold its first telephonic auction in late October! We need individuals, chapters and affiliates to begin planning...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for July 8. Editor's Note: Remember that there will not be a Happenings on Friday July 12 due to the ACB convention. The next happenings will be on July 19th. First Ever CCB Telephonic Auction: From the CCB Auction Committee: Modeled on...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for June 28. Office Schedule: The CCB office will be closed for the 4th of July holiday on July 4th and 5th. Editor's Note: Due to the office being closed on July 4th and 5th the next Happenings will be released on July 8th. Since many of...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for June 21. California Council of the Blind 2019 Annual Conference and Convention Feedback Survey: The California Council of the Blind (CCB) is very appreciative of those who attended in person or online via ACBRADIO the 2019 Annual...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for June 14. The California Colossals In The 100K Photo Finish: Yes it’s time once again for the Brenda Dillon Memorial walk, this year entitled The 100K Photo Finish. Remember if you donate, you can designate 50% to come back to us here...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for May 31. Editor's Note: Due to many of us being at the CCB convention there will not be a Happenings on June 7th. The next edition will come out on June 14th. Don’t Push That Button!: Important Double Tree Info The elevators on the...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for May 24. CCB Office Coverage: Please note that the office will be closed on Monday May 27th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We wish you a happy and safe holiday weekend. Convention Registration: There is only about 1 week...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for May 17. Editor's Note: There have been several items lately intended to be submitted to the happenings but have been sent to the wrong address. Please remember that the address for submitting items is submit.happenings@ccbnet.org and...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for May 10. CCB Office Coverage: Nicole will be on vacation from may 16th through the 21st. CCB members will be answering the phones but if there is anything Nicole is needed for we will be taking your information and she will call you...

Welcome to the CCB happenings forMay 3. Attention All Chapter Presidents: All chapters are required to submit a credentials form to the CCB office no later than Monday, May 6 for the upcoming CCB Conference and Convention, whether you are sending delegates to the...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for April 26. CCB Conference And Convention: Get on the bus Gus, hop on the train Jane, just get to Fresno any way you can! Celebrate our 85th birthday at the CCB Convention June 5-9 at the DoubleTree Hotel and Convention Center in...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for April 19. CCB Office Closure: The CCB Office will be closed on Monday, April 22 and will reopen on Tuesday, April 23. Call For Candidates: At the 2019 CCB convention we will have 7 seats up for election including 2 officer positions...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for April 12. Call For Candidates: At the 2019 CCB convention we will have 7 seats up for election including 2 officer positions and 5 director positions. If you are interested in running for one of these seats please submit answers to...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for April 5. Announcing CCB Government Affairs District Days: The CCB Governmental Affairs Committee is planning District Days instead of a Capitol Day this year. The GA Committee will assist Chapters and Affiliates in prepping for this...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for March 29. CCB Candidates For Office: Our 2019 conference/convention is fast approaching which means we’ll be electing the following officers: 2nd vice president and secretary, as well as the Director positions currently held bi: Sarah...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for March 22. CCB President's Call: Come join us to discuss the future of this meeting. This is your organization so we want this call to be what you want it to be. All are welcome. Date: Monday March 25thTime: 7:30 PMcall in number:...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for March 15. 2019 CCB Convention: Don’t miss the 85th anniversary of the California Council of the Blind as we hold our annual 2019 Conference and Convention in Fresno, June 5-9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center,...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for March 8. CCB Board Meeting: Please plan to join us for the March CCB board meeting. Date: March 14Time: 7:00 PMcall in number: 408.638.0968meeting ID: 864695032 When prompted for a participant code, press the Pound key.Join from PC,...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for March 1. From The Editor: At long last the logistical items are in place to fully change the name from the California Connection to the CCB Happenings. There was a typo in last week's Happenings. Items for submission can now be sent...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for February 22. From The Editor: At long last the logistical items are in place to fully change the name from the California Connection to the CCB Happenings. Items for submission can now be sent to ccb.happenings@ccbnet.org Anyone who...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for February 15. CCB 2019 Conference And Convention Information: Don’t miss the 85th anniversary of the California Council of the Blind as we hold our annual 2019 Conference and Convention in Fresno, June 5-9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for February 7. CCB 2019 Conference And Convention Information: Don’t miss the 85th anniversary of the California Council of the Blind as we hold our annual 2019 Conference and Convention in Fresno, June 5-9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for February 1. CCB Board Meeting: Please join us for the next CCB board meeting. Date: February 7Time: 7:00 PMcall in number: 408.638.0968meeting ID: 864695032 When prompted for a participant code, press the Pound key.Zoom...

Welcome to the CCB happenings for January 25. CCB Office Hours: The CCB office will be closed from Monday January 21 and will reopen on Tuesday January 29. CCB Presidents Call: There will be a CCB presidents call on Monday January 28th. Anyone is welcome to attend....

Welcome to the CCB happenings for January 18. CCB Office Hours: The CCB office will be closed from Monday January 21 and will reopen on Tuesday January 29. CCB Presidents Call: There will be a CCB presidents call on Monday January 28th. Anyone is welcome to attend....

Welcome to the CCB happenings for January 11. CCB Office Hours: The CCB office will be closed from Monday January 21 and will reopen on Tuesday January 29. From Jeff Thom: As many of you know, the ACB Legislative Seminar in Washington, D.C. is coming up the last week...