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SUMMARY:American Sign Language Beginner Class
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly lessons for American Sign Language \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor anyone interested in learning American Sign Language\, join us weekly on Thursday evenings for beginner friendly lessons with our volunteer who is completing their certification as an American Sign Language interpreter. \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch: 240-777-0110 \nLooking for more fun things to do at MCPL? Check out our calendar of events and take a look at these resources for learning more languages. \nDon’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card. \n  \nAccommodation Requests \nPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-sign-language-beginner-class/2023-12-21/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Public Libraries – Germantown Library\, 19840 Century Blvd\, Germantown\, MD\, 20874\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:American Sign Language Beginner Class
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly lessons for American Sign Language \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor anyone interested in learning American Sign Language\, join us weekly on Thursday evenings for beginner friendly lessons with our volunteer who is completing their certification as an American Sign Language interpreter. \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch: 240-777-0110 \nLooking for more fun things to do at MCPL? Check out our calendar of events and take a look at these resources for learning more languages. \nDon’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card. \n  \nAccommodation Requests \nPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-sign-language-beginner-class/2023-12-14/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Public Libraries – Germantown Library\, 19840 Century Blvd\, Germantown\, MD\, 20874\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:American Sign Language Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special storytime event with Aarron Loggins\, ASL entertainer and advocate for the deaf/hard-of-hearing community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nJoin us at the Olney Library for a special storytime event featuring Aarron Loggins. He combines storytelling and American Sign Language (ASL)\, using his hands and body to tell his stories. \nLoggins is an advocate and activist for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community\, and he has won recognition for his acting and storytelling skills. \nThis program is generously funded by the Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County. \nLibrary Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child. \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch 240-773-9545. \nLooking for something to do? Take a look at these resources for kids using your library card. Don’t have a card right now? No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card. \nTumbleBooks – books that read themselves \nKanopy Kids– videos and animated books \nBookFlix – animated stories \nExplora Educators\, Explora Primary School – education resources \n1\,000 Books Before Kindergarten – sign up online today\, and print out your child’s reading log and your list of Early Literacy Moments \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch [branch phone number] \nLibrary Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child. \nAccommodation Requests \nPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-sign-language-storytime/
LOCATION:Olney Library\, 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd\, Olney\, MD\, 20832\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:American Sign Language Beginner Class
DESCRIPTION:Beginner friendly lessons for American Sign Language \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor anyone interested in learning American Sign Language\, join us weekly on Thursday evenings for beginner friendly lessons with our volunteer who is completing their certification as an American Sign Language interpreter. \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch: 240-777-0110 \nLooking for more fun things to do at MCPL? Check out our calendar of events and take a look at these resources for learning more languages. \nDon’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card. \n  \nAccommodation Requests \nPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-sign-language-beginner-class/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Public Libraries – Germantown Library\, 19840 Century Blvd\, Germantown\, MD\, 20874\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime @ MCPL - Halloween Special! (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:We miss you! Wear a costume if you like\, and join us virtually for Family Storytime! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWear a costume if you like\, and join us live for a not-so-scary Halloween Family Storytime via Zoom!  Filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination\, these programs encourage young children of all ages to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading. \nJoin our Family Storytime HERE:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89000074168?pwd=ZWIxbWcvVlNCOXRCeVlHNkNWZk0wZz09 \nOr Dial In: 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 890 0007 4168 \nAccommodation Requests \nPlease place your request for English-language captioning or sign language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program you plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/family-storytime-mcpl-halloween-special-virtual/
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CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Every Body - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join Olney Library’s talented yoga instructor Amy to explore the benefits of movement\, breathing and meditation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll levels are welcome. A yoga mat is helpful but not necessary. Other optional supplies are yoga blocks or two hardcover books and a strap/belt. Your participation is voluntary and you assume all liability for your health and safety. \nPlease log in promptly. \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83811601156 \nMeeting ID: 838 1160 1156 \nIf you prefer to dial-in by phone (audio only)\, the number is 1-301-715-8592. When prompted\, please use the same Meeting ID. \nFeel free to join the meeting ~10 minutes early to check your connection\, settings\, etc. \nAccommodation Requests \nPlease place your request for English-language captioning or sign language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program you plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/yoga-for-every-body-virtual/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:How to Apply for Jobs with Montgomery County Government - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Find out everything you need to know about applying for jobs with Montgomery County Government. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn what it takes to apply for jobs with Montgomery County. A recruiter from the Office of Human Resources will provide an overview of Montgomery county’s job application process. \nFor security reasons\, this program session will be locked 10 minutes after it begins. Please log in promptly. \nJoin our Event Here: https://zoom.us/j/98059373120\nOr Dial In: 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 980 5937 3120 \nLooking for resources ? Take a look at these resources using your library card\, \nhttps://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library/for-you/job-seekers.html \nDon’t have a card right now? No worries\, try our newly improved Digital Library card https://mcpl.link/DigitalCard and you’ll be ready to go in minutes. \nAccommodation Requests \nCaptioning and interpreting services can be requested by completing the request form. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests. Please make your request for accommodation at least five days before the library-sponsored program you plan to attend.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/how-to-apply-for-jobs-with-montgomery-county-government-virtual/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210605T150000
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Conversations with Haben Girma - Virtual Conquering Harvard & Becoming a Disability Rights Advocate
DESCRIPTION:The first deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School\, Haben Girma is a human rights lawyer advancing disability justice. \nMs. Girma’s tireless advocacy for people with disabilities won her the Helen Keller Achievement Award as well as praise from President Obama\, who named her White House Champion of Change. Haben teaches organizations the importance of choosing inclusion and has redefined the definition of disability\, believing that it is an opportunity for innovation. Haben will be talking about her memoir\, Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law\, how she become an advocate and her journey from isolation to extraordinary accomplishment. The event is co-sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, Maryland. \nRegistration is required and available on the library’s website at the link provided. Registration will close at 1:00 pm on Saturday\, June 5. The Zoom link to participate in the program will be sent to registrants 24 hours prior to the event and again 2 hours before the program starts. As part of County Government\, MCPL does not collect personal information other than for the purpose of providing programs or services. \nSign language interpretation and captioning will be provided. If you have questions about accessibility or accommodation requests\, contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager Elizabeth Lang at 240-672-8818 or Elizabeth.Lang@montgomerycountymd.gov
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/contemporary-conversations-with-haben-girma-virtual-conquering-harvard-becoming-a-disability-rights-advocate/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T130000
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SUMMARY:Google Drive Basics
DESCRIPTION:This event will be ASL interpreted and captioned. \nJoin Montgomery County Public Libraries as we learn the basics of Google Drive in an informal\, friendly relaxed setting. \nLearn basic features of Google Drive to save\, share create\, edit documents and discover special features. Google Drive is a web-based interface that provides a central place to save or store your files online\, so that you can access them from anywhere and collaborate on projects with other users over the Web. In this program\, you will learn how save\, share\, create\, and organize files. This week’s program will focus on using Google Forms. \nJoin us in Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95254725587 \nOr Dial In: 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 952 5472 5587
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/google-drive-basics/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200607T140000
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SUMMARY:Virtual ASL Classes for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Available online through Zoom\, this free eight session course is open to anyone (ages 12 and older) who would like to learn new signs\, phrases\, and Deaf culture tips each week. Review signs learned in the previous week. Build a working signed vocabulary and basic conversation skills.\nSpace is limited to 30 registrants.\nThis free course is co-sponsored by Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library and Montgomery County Public Libraries.
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