News & Events 2022
June 25-26, 2022
18th Annual Cycling for Sight with the Blind Stokers Club
The 18th edition of the signature event for the Blind Stokers Club (BSC) is coming to the beautiful campus of the University of San Diego (USD), June 25-26, 2022. All cyclists are invited to participate in the “Tour of Vision” weekend of rides and activities, with meals and lodging included; or register for single day participation either Saturday or Sunday. Its all about forming partnerships and friendships in and around the joy of riding a bike. Your donation benefits the San Diego Center for the Blind.
For information and to register or donate, visit cyclingforsight.org
Past News & EventsJune 25-26, 2022
18th Annual Cycling for Sight with the Blind Stokers Club
The 18th edition of the signature event for the Blind Stokers Club (BSC) is coming to the beautiful campus of the University of San Diego (USD), June 25-26, 2022. All cyclists are invited to participate in the “Tour of Vision” weekend of rides and activities, with meals and lodging included; or register for single day participation either Saturday or Sunday. Its all about forming partnerships and friendships in and around the joy of riding a bike. Your donation benefits the San Diego Center for the Blind.
For information and to register or donate, visit cyclingforsight.org
2021
Oct 16, 2021
35th Annual Bowl for the Blind
Oct 2-3, 2021
17th Annual Cycling for Sight sponsored by Blind Stokers Club
Have you registered yet for the 17th Annual Cycling for Sight event coming up on October 2 & 3? This fun weekend retreat, hosted by the Blind Stokers Club, includes daily bike routes, catered picnic lunches, and more - and the event benefits the San Diego Center for the Blind. So be sure to start making your plans!
Of course, you can make a donation any time! For more info and to register or donate, please visit: Cycling for Sight
September 12, 2021
Musical Fundraiser
The Blind Stokers Club and Bay Bridge Brewing will be hosting a musical fundraiser this Sunday – and you’re invited! Join us on Sunday, September 12, from 1pm to 5pm at Bay Bridge Brewing (688 Marsat Ct., Suite B, Chula Vista, CA 91911) for delicious food and drinks, a raffle drawing and live music from Rock Canyon – and all proceeds will benefit the San Diego Center for the Blind. We hope you’ll join us for some suds and sounds on Sunday!
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April 20, 2021
Independent Living OIB-TAC launches national public awareness campaign
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the TimeToBeBold.org campaign. We know this will lead to increased awareness, advocacy and referrals in the OIB program, and likely across VR as well. Visit the site and follow the finding services link, where we list contact info each of you provided. Be sure to let us know if any of this info changes. We hope you will utilize these resources widely and promote to your community partners and contracting agencies if applicable. We’d really appreciate all adding the 60 second psa video to your websites and using the post-cards and flyers-all available free to anyone who wants to use them to promote access and information. Let us know what you think of the campaign, and of course how we can help you in your community outreach efforts.
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35th Annual Bowl for the Blind
Ready to bowl some strikes while supporting a great cause? Join us on October 16 as the Oceanside Sea Lions Club hosts their 35th Annual Bowl for the Blind event at Surf Bowl in Oceanside. Net proceeds from this event will benefit The San Diego Center for the Blind - Vista, Paws 4 for the Cause, and the Blind Stokers Club. And if you cannot bowl, you can always make a donation for these worthwhile organizations.
For more info and to register or donate, learn more: Bowl for the Blind event
Oct 2-3, 2021
17th Annual Cycling for Sight sponsored by Blind Stokers Club
Have you registered yet for the 17th Annual Cycling for Sight event coming up on October 2 & 3? This fun weekend retreat, hosted by the Blind Stokers Club, includes daily bike routes, catered picnic lunches, and more - and the event benefits the San Diego Center for the Blind. So be sure to start making your plans!
Of course, you can make a donation any time! For more info and to register or donate, please visit: Cycling for Sight
September 12, 2021
Musical Fundraiser
The Blind Stokers Club and Bay Bridge Brewing will be hosting a musical fundraiser this Sunday – and you’re invited! Join us on Sunday, September 12, from 1pm to 5pm at Bay Bridge Brewing (688 Marsat Ct., Suite B, Chula Vista, CA 91911) for delicious food and drinks, a raffle drawing and live music from Rock Canyon – and all proceeds will benefit the San Diego Center for the Blind. We hope you’ll join us for some suds and sounds on Sunday!
See Flyer!
April 20, 2021
Independent Living OIB-TAC launches national public awareness campaign
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the TimeToBeBold.org campaign. We know this will lead to increased awareness, advocacy and referrals in the OIB program, and likely across VR as well. Visit the site and follow the finding services link, where we list contact info each of you provided. Be sure to let us know if any of this info changes. We hope you will utilize these resources widely and promote to your community partners and contracting agencies if applicable. We’d really appreciate all adding the 60 second psa video to your websites and using the post-cards and flyers-all available free to anyone who wants to use them to promote access and information. Let us know what you think of the campaign, and of course how we can help you in your community outreach efforts.
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February 24, 2021
We are pleased to announce that we are a recipient of a 2020 Assistive Technology Grant!
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