We welcome all with visual impairment
Serving Tucson and Pima County
Welcome to the Tucson Society of the Blind, TSB, website. TSB provides social and educational programs for those individuals with low or no vision. TSB provides valuable resources on coping with blindness and vision impairment. It is wonderful to meet other visually impaired seniors who can act as mentors and provide emotional support.
Join Us at our Weekly Meetings
Tuesday mornings from 9:30am- 1:00pm.
Christ Presbyterian Church
6565 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson, AZ
Includes topic as noted on our calendar, followed by games.
Calendar
OCTOBER
1- Captain Justin Lane East Division, “Fighting Crime & Ways to stay Safe"
8 - NOTICE: The church will need our meeting room, so we will meet in room EF. Get dropped off at the mailbox in the front parking lot. Walk straight down to the 5th door. There will be a sign there and someone will show you where to go. If you get dropped off at our usual place, someone will walk you to the room. Our program will be Dr. Chuck Gerba, “Winning the War on Germs.” Dr. Gerba is from the University of Arizona and one of the world’s leading microbiologists.
11 - TSB Board Meeting 10:00am-1:00pm Biscuit Country Cafe 7026 E. Broadway
15 - Nick Clement author and educator, “Summer School Lessons from Barry the Bass”
22 - Miriam Cruz, Better Business Bureau, “How to Avoid the Latest Senior Scams”
29- Halloween Party Costume contest with Prizes. Come dress in a costume or wear a funny hat. Enjoy the musical performance by Robert Murrillo, Singing the oldies, country, and blue grass. Those of you without costumes can judge the rest of us.
NOVEMBER
1- Hot Tub and BBQ Party at John McCann’s, 8761 E. Placita Bolivar, 9:30-1:30pm, See details below
5 - Jeff Babson, biologist, “Learning about Arizona Birds and Bats”
8 - TSB Board Meeting 10:00am-1:00pm Biscuit Country Cafe 7026 E. Broadway
12 - Annual Meeting, Board of Directors Election and Thanksgiving Lunch, See details below.
19 - TSB closed due to Thanksgiving holiday
26 - Christine Vivona, Harpist, playing glorious Christmas music and classical music
December 3 - Star Spangled Senior Holiday Show
Save the Date:
Annual Meeting, Annual Meeting and Thanksgiving Lunch - Nov 12, 2019
History
In November of 2003, thirteen individuals organized Tucson Society of the Blind. TSB is now recognized throughout the community as an organization that serves those with limited sight.
TSB is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. TSB provides social, recreational and educational programs for legally blind adults and those coping with vision loss. Membership has grown to more than 80. Increased donations have allowed a greater range of programs and field trips.
Mission Statement
Tucson Society of the Blind exists to enhance independence and quality of life for individuals with vision loss
TSB Members Enjoy Varied Programs Such As
- Informative guest speakers
- Luncheons
- Field trips
- Crafts
- Bingo
- Music
"We might not have a lot of sight, but we have a great deal of vision. 11
Benefits of Being a Member
- Informative newsletters
- A resource packet
- Weekly meetings
- Support groups
- Friendship
Membership Dues are $15.00 a year
TSB Members participate in various fund raising activities
TSB now provides, free of charge, low vision resource packets to Tucson ophthalmologists for their patients.
New Members receive Welcome Packets that include:
- A Resource List
- Sun Sounds of Arizona
- Catalog information for visually impaired
- Macular Degeneration information
- And many more items
Volunteers Needed
--MAKE A DIFFERENCE --
TSB needs sighted volunteers to:
- drive
- assist with activities
- help with luncheons, field trips, and fund raising events
IRS # 84-1636485
TSB is a 501c3 Organization
Or mail your donations, which is 100% tax-deductible to:
Tucson Society of the Blind
P.O. Box 57655
Tucson, AZ 85732
Thank you for your support
For membership and general information contact:
Barbara Macpherson, President
(520) 298-2427
Tom Young, Director
(520) 721-1029
Email TSB
