June
UCB Meeting of the Board
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 4:45 p.m.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend meetings of the Board of Directors. Board of Directors meetings will typically be held the first Thursday of each month at 4:45 p.m. on Zoom.
Join us via ZOOM at
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1602819329
Or call: 1(669)254-5252: Enter meeting id: 1602819329 then press pound twice.
July
American Council of the Blind Convention
July 24-31, 2026, American Council of the Blind Convention,
St. Louis, Missouri.
August
Deadline Statewide Training Conference
August 14, 2026, deadline for hotel reservations for Statewide Training Conference
September
Utah State Fair
September 14 and 16, 2026, Utah State Fair – Fairpark – Watch for updates (Kate Balzly)
Statewide Training Conference
September 11-12, 2026 – Statewide Training Conference, Logan
VISION BEYOND SIGHT: UNLOCKING YOUR POTENTIAL
The Utah Council of the Blind is excited to announce its upcoming State Training Conference, scheduled for September 11–12 in Logan, Utah. This year's event will take place at the Beautiful Riverwoods Conference Center, 635 Riverwood Parkway Logan Utah.
What You Can Look Forward To:
The conference will include an informational update from the Utah State Library for the Blind, along with an entertaining author trivia game where attendees can compete for prizes.
Technology enthusiasts can look forward to a Resource and technology fair, complete with vendors and opportunities to explore new assistive tools and devices. Smart Glasses, how can they unlock your potential? Come and find out. A Humanware representative will provide a unique audible experience demonstrating The Meta Glasses as well as give you the opportunity to try them on and experience them for yourself.
A representative of Guide Dogs for the Blind will give an update including more information about their new facility and how they are adding orientation and mobility to their training repertoire. Along with this report will be a chance to meet other guide dog users and ask questions.
In an exciting new partnership, the conference will feature activities led by Common Ground Outdoor Adventures, an accessible outdoor adventure program. Participants will have the opportunity to try out archery as well as one additional hands-on activity that will be announced soon.
Looking for an exciting encounter? Scales And Tails, a local reptile zoo, will be sure to provide a safe, educational and interactive presentation.
Staying Friday night? Get ready to kick back and have a blast with accessible games, great company and a chance to win awesome prizes. Of course, don’t forget the ice cream!
Registering for the Conference:
Registration for the conference is $60, and there will be no partial registration options.
The fee includes:
Conference admission
Two box lunches
One evening reception
One banquet meal
Registration and transportation for the conference can be made by following this link UCB Statewide Conference 2026: www.utahblind.org/ucbconference.html
Or calling our office:
801-245-9264 -Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Accommodations:
SpringHill suites has available rooms blocked at a special rate for attendees at a rate of $179 per night plus tax.
Hotel rooms must be booked before August 14th. Any rooms booked and needing to be canceled must be canceled before August 4th or you will be charged the full room price.
All suite accommodations include:
In-suite microwave and a mini fridge
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and smart TV's
Complimentary daily hot breakfast
Complimentary parking and zero resort fees
Outdoor patio attached to indoor swimming pool
Indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub
Fully equipped fitness center
To book your room you may select the following link, which will take you to an accessible web page where you can choose the exact dates, how many guests will be staying in a room and pay for your stay.
Book your group rate for Utah Council of the Blind: https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1772497085597&key=GRP&app=resvlink
You may also call the hotel sales coordinator, Abby, at her direct line:
(435) 750-9395.
She is happy to help you with booking a room or answer any questions you might have. Be sure to tell her you are with the Utah Council of the Blind, so she can be sure to get you the discounted price.
More details, including the final activity lineup, will be shared soon. Attendees are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for two days of learning, connection, technology exploration, and fun.
Transportation to UCB Statewide Training Conference
Upon request The Utah Council of the Blind will provide transportation from the Blind Center to the conference. This service will be provided each day of the conference and there will be a $5.00 charge each way per person. More details, including the final activity lineup, will be shared soon. Attendees are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for two days of learning, connection, technology exploration, and fun.
UCB Annual Business Meeting
September 19, 2026, Annual Business Meeting – Watch for updates
October
UCB Meeting of the Board
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 4:45 p.m., attendance by invitation only.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend meetings of the Board of Directors. Board of Directors meetings will typically be held the first Thursday of each month at 4:45 p.m. on Zoom.
Join us via ZOOM at
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1602819329
Or call: 1(669)254-5252: Enter meeting id: 1602819329 then press pound twice.
November
UCB Craft Day
November 7, 2026, Craft Day – DSBVI – Watch for updates (Kira Larkin)
December
UCB Holiday Celebration "Polar Express"
December 5, 2026 – Holiday Celebration "Polar Express"
– DSBVI (Cordie Weed)
Christmas Boutique and Bake Sale
Christmas Boutique and Bake Sale – UCB Only (Kate Balzly and Sandy England)
January
UCB Meeting of the Board
Thursday, January 7, 2027, 4:45 p.m.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend meetings of the Board of Directors. Board of Directors meetings will typically be held the first Thursday of each month at 4:45 p.m. on Zoom.
Join us via ZOOM at
https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1602819329
Or call: 1(669)254-5252: Enter meeting id: 1602819329 then press pound twice.
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