Events
Here is where you will find in-depth information about events and activities of interest to the blind and visually impaired in Northern California.
Adult Ed Rec
- Korean Martial Art: Tang Soo Do
- Hatha Yoga Class
- Kayak and Tandem Bike Trip to Angel Island
- Peer Discussion Group
Youth Ed Rec
Accessible Entertainment
- Audio described movie listings by geographic area
- Live Performances described by Visual Voice
- Live Performances described by AudioVision
Northern California
- Wayfinding with Technology Study
Participants who have various levels of visual impairment, from 20/200 acuity to totally blind, are needed. Participants are also needed who have vision and hearing loss. .For more information regarding study and compensation contact: David Vasquez, Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute at 415-345-2116.
- Audio Book Club:
July 24 2:00pm-3:30pm
Vista Center for the Blind 2470 El Camino Real, Suite 107 Palo Alto
“Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death” is the book chosen for this month’s meeting. To RSVP call Frank Welte at 650-858-0202 x 143 or via email fwelte@vistacenter.org
- Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP)
Adventure fitness and recreation are touch phrases for BORP. BORP believes that everyone should have access to the unique challenges that outdoor recreation provides. BORP makes every effort to accommodate each persons needs, including providing transportation and volunteer support. Trips are planned with a wide spectrum of abilities in mind, including wheelchair users, slow walkers, and people with visual impairments. For event listings call Lori Gray at 510-843-4398
- Bowling
Meets Saturdays at 11:00 am at Moonlight Lanes
2780 El Camino Real, Santa Clara
Contact Tom Kaiser, 408-249-1721
- Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors
Meets every Sunday at Pier 40 in San Francisco
Noon Departure
Call 415- 281-0212 for announcements
- Tandems Across the Bay Bike Club
The club has several volunteers with tandems, and rides on weekends and holidays from Fishermen’s Wharf. The easygoing rides normally cross the Golden Gate Bridge and return to San Francisco via ferry. There is usually a picnic after the ride. To schedule a ride or ask questions contact Aaron or Lee, club founders, at 415-398-4341 or tandemsacrossthebay@gmail.com.
- The Blind Judo Foundation
The Blind Judo Foundation promotes the sport of judo to the blind and visually impaired community by identifying head instructors and their dojos interested in working with the blind and visually impaired. Get involved by contacting the Blind Judo Foundation to find a dojo near you.
