Below are the upcoming calendar events. To see previous events you can see the Events Calendar Archives page. If interested in volunteering for any event, see volunteer form at www.acbnebraska.org/support-us or www.acbnebraska.org/volunteer.

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Join the Book Club: The Bones of Paradise by Jonis Agee

The American Council of the Blind of Nebraska (ACBN), Radio Talking Book Service (RTBS), and the Nebraska Talking Book and Braille Service (TBBS) proudly invite you to a special Book Club event! This inaugural read features The Bones of Paradise by Jonis Agee, an enthralling novel set in the Nebraska Sandhills—a perfect setting for those who love the intrigue and drama of Nebraska classics.

• Date: Saturday, June 6
• Time: 10:00 AM
• Location: Zoom (Contact info@acbnebraska.org for the link or call 402-679-8448 for details)

To prepare, listen to The Bones of Paradise on RTBS starting Monday, May 4. “Bookshelf” airs at 1:00 PM with a replay at 9:00 PM, Monday through Friday. TBBS borrowers can download the book from BARD or order it on cartridge.

This book club is open to everyone—blind or sighted. All are welcome to join the conversation and enjoy a shared love of reading. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow readers!

Questions? Need the Zoom link? Email info@acbnebraska.org or call 402-679-8448.

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Thursday, May 7, 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom

Monthly ACBN At-Large Meeting

Topic TBD

For more information or to ask for a Zoom link, email Jim@ACBNebraska.org

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Monday, May 11, 7:30 pm -9:00 pm via Zoom

Monthly Board Meeting of the American Council of the Blind of Nebraska

Open to all interested individuals.
For more information or to ask for a Zoom link, email Jim@ACBNebraska.org

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Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM

Omaha Council of the Blind Meeting and Activity

The Omaha Council of the Blind (OCB) invites you to join us for our monthly meeting on Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow members, stay informed, and learn about exciting new resources for the blind community.

Attend in person:
First United Methodist Church – 7020 Cass Street, Door #6
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Attend virtually:
Join us via Zoom; reach out to Jim@acbnebraska.orgfor the Zoom link.

Whether you join us in person or online, your participation helps keep our organization strong and vibrant. We encourage all members and friends to attend, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.

Thank you. See you there!

Patti Schonlau,
President,
Omaha Council of the Blind

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