NEWS & EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

2011 Braille Challenge

The Society for the Blind, in collaboration with the Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired; the Braille Institute of America, and the San Francisco LightHouse, announce the 2011 Braille Challenge, an academic contest that rewards students for their pursuit of excellence in the field of Braille literacy. Youth from across Northern California will be congregating at the LightHouse on February 26 for this exciting, annual contest.

For more information and registration details, call the LightHouse at 415-694-7352, or visit: http://www.lighthouse-sf.org/events/2011/braille-challenge.php 

2010 EVENTS:

DECEMBER 10  2010 VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION OPEN HOUSE
Hosted by Society for the Blind to recognize and celebrate volunteers and their contributions.

DECEMBER 4  PRE-RACE DINNER – UNITED STATES ASSOCIATION OF BLIND ATHLETES NATIONAL MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS
To be hosted by Society for the Blind

NOVEMBER 9   HOLIDAY SHOPPING BOUTIQUE
Sponsored by Sacramento Delta Gamma Alumnae Chapter at Society for the Blind to benefit Society for Blind and The Delta Gamma Foundation.

NOVEMBER 4  FALL SOCIAL - ASSOCIATION OF CA STATE EMPLOYEES WITH DISABILITIES
Hosted by Society for the Blind for individuals interested in learning more about the promotion of increased employment retention and upward mobility of persons with disabilities in the public sector is welcome.   
 
OCTOBER 23  27TH ANNUAL NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BLIND & LOW VISION OLYMPICS 2010
Sponsored by Society for the Blind, in partnership with CA State University Sacramento-Department of Kinesiology and City of Sacramento Department of Parks & Recreation-Access Leisure Section. A track & field sporting event at CSUS for youth aged 18 and under who are blind or have low vision.

JULY 16-25  2010 SUMMER CAMP FOR BLIND YOUTH
Open to all blind or low vision youth who are ages 11-18 and residents of California..

JULY 10  FREE LOW VISION EVENT
Sponsored by Low Vision Clinic, Enhanced Vision, Foundation Fighting Blindness & A&E Low Vision Specialists and hosted by Society for the Blind

MAY 31-JULY 2  2010 SUMMER YOUTH WORK PROGRAM
Society for the Blind and California Employment Development Department (EDD) sponsor
internships for youth in office support, retail and food services through Business Enterprise and Youth Enrichment programs.

JUNE 14  4TH ANNUAL BUILD INDEPENDENCE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Hosted by Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove - Next years tournament will be June 13, 2011 - same location.

MAY 15   NEW FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP & EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR
Hosted by Society for the Blind. Information and support for families, partners and friends whose loved ones are blind or have low vision.

April 9   MAJOR DONOR RECEPTION AT THE NEW BUILDING
250 major donors gathered to celebrate at a private reception hosted by Society for the Blinds Board of Directors. Donors raised over $3.9 million. 60% of the new facility is now open.