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VocalEye Almost Live Zoom events

Start Date December 4, 2024 6:30 pm PST ( 9:30 pm EST )
End Date July 23, 2025 7:30 pm PST ( 10:30 pm EST )
Event Type
Virtual
Program Type
Culture, Sport & Recreation Programs

VocalEye is the first dedicated live description service for blind and partially sighted people in Canada. Since its inception, VocalEye has described over 300 live events including theatre performances, dance, opera, parades, fireworks and public art tours for people who are blind and partially sighted. 

VocalEye's Almost Live Zoom events will introduce you to a variety of audio plays, virtual art tours, festival highlights, music, dance, documentary film, storytelling and more with host Amy Amantea and special guest artists. Almost Live Zoom events are designed to be accessible for people who are blind and partially sighted, but everyone is welcome to attend. Whether you have sight loss, blindness, or are simply curious, this unique experience will open your eyes to a new way of 'seeing' the world. Every week is a new adventure! 

VocalEye Almost Live Zoom events

  • Events are hosted most Wednesday evenings (except for the first Wednesday of the month). 
  • The virtual lobby opens at 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time (9:30 p.m. Eastern Time) for socializing. The host's official welcome and pre-show introduction begins at 6:45 p.m Pacific (9:45 p.m. Eastern). The feature presentation begins at 7 p.m.
  • Almost Live Zoom events are designed to be accessible for people who are blind and partially sighted, but everyone is welcome to join us.
  • Events are free and registration is required for first-time attendees. Sign up for one event or the whole season.
  • There is only one-time registration for the online Vocal Eye Online events. Online Vocal Eye registration link.
  • After registering, you will receive event details and a Zoom link on the day of each event. 
  • Monthly Zoom bulletins will announce upcoming features.

VocalEye Almost Live Zoom dates (until July 2025)

Wednesday, December 11, 18
Wednesday, January 15, 22, 29
Wednesday, February 12, 19, 26
Wednesday, March 12, 19, 26
Wednesday, April 9, 16, 23
Wednesday, May 14, 21, 28
Wednesday, June 11, 18, 25
Wednesday, July 9, 16, 23

Upcoming events

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  • Almost Live Episode 167: East Van Panto: The Little Mermaid: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time. A filmed theatre performance (originally produced in 2022) with VocalEye audio description by Eileen Barrett. Special guest TBA!
  • Almost Live Episode 168: Holiday Surprise: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Join us for VocalEye’s festive end-of-year celebration featuring our Toronto pals Christine Malec and JJ Hunt. Don’t miss the last Almost Live event of the year!

For more information about the VocalEye Almost Live Zoom events, please contact, Lindsey Adams, Marketing & Communications Coordinator at lindsey@vocaleye.ca. For VocalEye in-person events, please contact Donna Soares, Event Manager at donna@vocaleye.ca. For general questions about VocalEye, support or info, please call 604-364-5949 or email info@vocaleye.ca.

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Upcoming Events

Beyond Sight Series
The Beyond Sight Series feature monthly virtual presentations from various services, businesses and organizations in our community. Each month, we will offer a different topic and speaker will join us to discuss a variety of topics. Examples include: RDSP’s, wills, budgeting, nutrition and lots more. Fourth Monday of every month from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Newfoundland Time on Zoom.
December 23, 2024
Let's Get Gardening
If you have a green thumb (or you'd like to have one), then this gardening discussion group is for you! We swap success stories, talk about our favorite plants, and generally 'dish the dirt' on all things horticultural. For all levels of garden enthusiasts. Whether you patio or container garden, or have lots of gardening space, the time in this group will just buzz by. Every Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
December 23, 2024
Accessible Yoga
Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home. Check out accessible yoga if you are looking for a classic yoga class with descriptive prompts. Designed for people with vision loss, the instructor will verbally walk you through all the poses and movements. Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and your breath! Accessible Yoga meets every Monday from  5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
December 23, 2024
Music for Kids – Monday Session
Music Therapist Erin Koop hosts weekly sessions on Zoom for children and youth participants across the country. These interactive sessions are filled with songs, stories, and more!  Get ready to make some music!  This group runs on Zoom, every Monday from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
December 23, 2024
Tuesday Zoom Coffee and Chat
The informal coffee chat group is a chance to socialize and meet new people. It is a very warm and welcoming group of regulars and newcomers. Every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom. 
December 24, 2024
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