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SUMMARY:Inclusion Showcase: Tools and Community Resources
DESCRIPTION:The Inclusion Showcase will highlight innovative technologies and services and their transformative impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities. These tools are designed to empower them and provide the means to lead independent and fulfilling lives\, inspiring hope and possibility. \nThe event will occur virtually and at host locations around the state on July 25\, 2024\, beginning at 10:30 a.m. \nThe Inclusion Showcase will include speakers from the National Federation of the Blind\, Foundation Fighting Blindness\, Maryland Accessible Telecommunications Program\, Maryland Technology Assistance Program\, the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled\, Division of Rehabilitation Services (Independent Living Older Blind)\, and 988 Mental Health Hotline Ambassadors. \nThe Inclusion Showcase is a virtual event and can be accessed via Zoom. The Zoom link is: https://marylandlibraries.zoom.us/j/5770178916?omn=94128721361; Meeting ID: 577 017 8916. Attendees can also call the event at 1.301.715.8592. The event will be recorded and shared on the Maryland State Library Agency’s YouTube channel. \nIf you would like to request an ASL interpreter for this class/event\, please complete this request form: https://bit.ly/ASL_Request_HCLS or call (410) 313-7750. \nFor more information or questions about the Inclusion Showcase\, please contact Ashley Biggs at 410-230-2430 or Jane Hager at 301-974-1946.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/inclusion-showcase-tools-and-community-resources/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2024-07-24/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2024-05-22/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2024-03-27/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T200500Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Making Calls Easier and Accessible for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Maryland Relay services are making phone calls accessible for Maryland residents. Whether you’re deaf\, hard of hearing\, DeafBlind\, or have difficulty speaking\, we’ve got you covered. Join our Zoom webinar information session to ask questions and learn how to get free assistive devices that are tailor-made to fit your unique communication needs.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/webinar-making-calls-easier-and-accessible-for-everyone/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2024-01-24/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T080000
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2023-11-29/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2023-09-27/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T180000
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SUMMARY:ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except November\, which will be the 5th Wednesday) from 6-7 p.m. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Janice Rosen\, Librarian\, Center for Accessibility. \nTo receive the link\, email the Center for Accessibility at DCPLaccess@dc.gov \nNOTE:  Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-book-club-2/2023-07-26/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T200000
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SUMMARY:Author Works: Sara Novic & "True Biz"
DESCRIPTION:June 28\, 2023 8 – 9pm ET \nAcclaimed author and Deaf Rights activist Sara Novic discusses her novel Tru Biz in a special conversation with Dr. Julie Rems-Smario. \nTrue biz (adj./exclamation; American Sign Language): really\, seriously\, definitely\, real-talk \nTrue biz? The students at the River Valley School for the Deaf just want to hook up\, pass their history finals\, and have politicians\, doctors\, and their parents stop telling them what to do with their bodies. This revelatory novel plunges readers into the halls of a residential school for the deaf\, where they’ll meet Charlie\, a rebellious transfer student who’s never met another deaf person before; Austin\, the school’s golden boy\, whose world is rocked when his baby sister is born hearing; and February\, the hearing headmistress\, a CODA (child of deaf adult(s)) who is fighting to keep her school open and her marriage intact\, but might not be able to do both. As a series of crises both personal and political threaten to unravel each of them\, Charlie\, Austin\, and February find their lives inextricable from one another—and changed forever. \nThis is a story of sign language and lip-reading\, disability and civil rights\, isolation and injustice\, first love and loss\, and\, above all\, great persistence\, daring\, and joy. Absorbing and assured\, idiosyncratic and relatable\, this is an unforgettable journey into the Deaf community and a universal celebration of human connection. \nVoice interpretation and CART provided. Q&A follows the conversation. \nThis event is a partnership between Howard County Association of the Deaf\, Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library\, and Howard County Library System. \nAbout Sara \nSara is the author of the instant NYT Bestseller True Biz\, as well as the books Girl at War and America is Immigrants.She holds an MFA in fiction and literary translation from Columbia University\, and is an instructor of Deaf studies and creative writing. She lives in Philadelphia with her family. \nYou can find her on Twitter + Instagram.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/author-works-sara-novic-true-biz/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T200000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with T. Alan Hurwitz
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on April 7th at 7:00PM to watch a special Deaf Author virtual Zoom conversation with T. Alan Hurwitz\, the author of the book\, “Let’s Go In: My Journey to a University Presidency”. He will share the story of how he rose through the ranks of academia to become the president of not one\, but two\, universities\, National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology and Gallaudet University and discuss some of the experiences he encountered as a Deaf person that shaped his personal and professional life.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/a-conversation-with-t-alan-hurwitz/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T140000
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SUMMARY:LDHHAMDC Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:All of you are invited to join our LDHHAMDC HAPPY HOUR via Zoom Meeting soon!\n\nZoom ID: 8499 059 5610\n\nSunday\,March 20\, 2022\n\n1:00 PM (Eastern Time)\n\nVloggers: Danilo Torres\, LDHHAMDC Interim President\, Norma Morán\, member of LDHHAMDC\, Wally Barretto\, member of LDHHAMDC & Lisa Montalvo\, member of LDHHAMDC.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/ldhhamdc-happy-hour/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Lation Deaf and Hard of Hearing Association of Metro DC Area":MAILTO:secretary@myldhh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
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SUMMARY:Pratt Test Kitchen presents Toni Tipton-Martin
DESCRIPTION:This FREE event will be presented virtually. Please check back for the Eventbrite registration. \nJoin award-winning food and nutrition journalist Toni Tipton-Martin for a virtual event celebrating her life and work. \nToni Tipton-Martin is a culinary journalist and author using cultural heritage and cooking  to build community. She is Editor in Chief of Cook’s Country by America’s Test Kitchen\, a PBS  television show host\, a two-time James Beard Award winner for her books on African American  cooking\, and she recently was awarded the prestigious Julia Child Award\, which is given to an  individual (or team) who has made a profound and significant difference in the way America  cooks\, eats and drinks. \nToni’s latest book\, Jubilee: Recipes From Two Centuries of African American Cooking\,  brings to life 125 dishes from the African American cookbooks in her rare collection through  breath-taking photography and engaging storytelling. Jubilee is a James Beard Award winner\,  earned the IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) Book of the Year Award\,  and was named one of the “Cookbooks You Need for 2020” by the New York Times. \nASL interpretation will be available for attendees. \n\nThis event is part of Pratt Test Kitchen\, celebrating the diversity and creativity of Baltimore’s culinary scene through a wide range of free events and programs for all ages. \nDial-In Information \n  \nThe conversation will be broadcast on the Enoch Pratt Free Library Facebook page and Pratt YouTube page. It can be watched after the broadcast on Facebook Live and YouTube. Click here for the Facebook Live video library.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/pratt-test-kitchen-presents-toni-tipton-martin/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220210T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Heroes of the Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required\, but encouraged. Please register for the event on Eventbrite here. \nDr. Jenny Masur will discuss her latest book\, Heroes of the Underground Railroad around Washington DC\, sharing stories of nine Maryland freedom seekers originating from a variety of counties and settling in varied destinations in the Northeast and abroad. In some ways the experiences of these men and women fit stereotypes of the Underground Railroad—Vigilance Committees\, Quakers\, crossing into Pennsylvania\, heading to the north. However\, their stories are unexpected in the key interventions of fellow African Americans\, and in the necessity of repeated flight forcing them to rebuild their lives more than once.  Hope you will join us for this important event. \nASL interpretation will be available for attendees. \nPresented in partnership with The Maryland State Archives and The Maryland Four Centuries Project. \n\nDial-In Information \n  \nPlease click the link below to join the webinar:\nhttps://marylandlibraries.zoom.us/j/91826279359?pwd=eloxQnprVHpVRGtkbjBSVVBkMjhmZz09\nPasscode: 271807\nOr One tap mobile :\nUS: +13017158592\,\,91826279359#\,\,\,\,*271807#  or +13126266799\,\,91826279359#\,\,\,\,*271807#\nOr Telephone:\nDial(for higher quality\, dial a number based on your current location):\nUS: +1 301 715 8592  or +1 312 626 6799  or +1 470 250 9358  or +1 470 381 2552  or +1 646 518 9805  or +1 646 558 8656  or +1 651 372 8299  or +1 786 635 1003  or +1 267 831 0333  or +1 253 215 8782  or +1 346 248 7799  or +1 602 753 0140  or +1 669 219 2599  or +1 669 900 9128  or +1 720 928 9299  or +1 971 247 1195  or +1 213 338 8477\nWebinar ID: 918 2627 9359\nPasscode: 271807\nInternational numbers available: https://marylandlibraries.zoom.us/u/aZ9fVB5cL \nThe presentation will also be broadcast on the Enoch Pratt Free Library Facebook page. It can be watched after the broadcast on Facebook Live. Click here for the Live video library.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/lunch-and-learn-heroes-of-the-underground-railroad/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T100000
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SUMMARY:Booklovers at the Pratt featuring Imbolo Mbue
DESCRIPTION:Registration is not required but encouraged. Register through Eventbrite here. \nRegistration opens at 9am on Monday\, November 29\, 2021. Bookovers at the Pratt will feature Imbolo Mbue. Joining Imbolo Mbue in conversation is M’Balu Bangura. \nIMBOLO MBUE is the author of the New York Times bestseller Behold the Dreamers\, which won the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and was an Oprah’s Book Club selection. The novel has been translated into eleven languages\, adapted into an opera and a stage play\, and optioned for a miniseries. \nHer new novel\, How Beautiful We Were\, is about what happened when a fictional African village decided to fight against an American oil company that had been polluting its land for many years. \nA native of Limbe\, Cameroon\, and a graduate of Rutgers and Columbia Universities\, Mbue lives in New York. \nM’Balu “Lu” Bangura is an experienced Civil Rights Investigator\, Risk Analyst\, and Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion professional. She considers herself an Inequity Eliminator and has spent her academic and professional career as a social justice advocate and promoter of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion for all. Lu is currently the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Officer for Enoch Pratt Free Library and Maryland State Library Resource Center. In this role\, she is responsible for leading and overseeing the library’s diversity\, equity\, and inclusion efforts. \nIn her previous role with the City\, Lu played a vital role in expanding the Office of Civil Rights to the Office of Equity and Civil Rights.  Lu served as the City’s Equity Specialist where she managed the city-wide equity initiative. \nBook sales provided by MahoganyBooks. \nASL interpretation will be available for attendees. \n\nDial-In Information \n  \nThe conversation will be broadcast on the Enoch Pratt Free Library Facebook page and Pratt YouTube page. It can be watched after the broadcast on Facebook Live and YouTube. Click here for the Facebook Live video library.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/booklovers-at-the-pratt-featuring-imbolo-mbue/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T183000
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SUMMARY:Craft and Create: Native American Inspired Sand Painting
DESCRIPTION:Learn the history of Native American sand painting\, create your own sand painting inspired art. Step by step instruction with the suggested materials. \n\nPlease submit accessibility requests at least 72 hours in advance of the event by emailing pgcmls.info
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/craft-and-create-native-american-inspired-sand-painting/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20211026T191608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171242Z
UID:10000244-1635676200-1635678000@www.marylanddcdl.org
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/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20211026T192231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T172040Z
UID:10000248-1635442200-1635445800@www.marylanddcdl.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171818Z
UID:10000148-1634725800-1634733000@www.marylanddcdl.org
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
CATEGORIES:Library Events
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210814T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20210713T175923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171310Z
UID:10000236-1628935200-1628938800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Little Hands Signing: Under the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Sing\, sign\, play\, and learn basic American Sign Language in this fun\, hands-on storytime for the whole family. Signing storyteller Kathy MacMillan is the author of Nita’s First Signs and Little Hands & Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together. This program will be presented in spoken English. To request accommodations\, please contact aknight@carr.org \nDisclaimer(s) \nAll attendees need to register. \nZoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/little-hands-signing-under-the-sea/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171818Z
UID:10000233-1628244000-1628289000@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Bears
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the library’s virtual storytelling in American Sign Language (ASL) event for preschoolers and elementary aged children. Voice over narration will be provided. Visit the library’s event page to virtually connect.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-bears/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20210629T185251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171326Z
UID:10000232-1627639200-1627641000@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Animal Yoga
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin our virtual storytelling in American Sign Language (ASL) event for preschoolers and elementary aged children. Voice over narration will be provided. Visit the library’s event page to virtually connect.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-animal-yoga/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171818Z
UID:10000238-1627034400-1627038000@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Little Hands Signing: Animals at Night
DESCRIPTION:Sing\, sign\, play\, and learn basic American Sign Language in this fun\, hands-on storytime for the whole family. Signing storyteller Kathy MacMillan is the author of Nita’s First Signs and Little Hands & Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together. This program will be presented in spoken English. To request accommodations\, please contact aknight@carr.org\nDisclaimer(s) \nAll attendees need to register. \nZoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/little-hands-signing-animals-at-night/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Little_Hands_Signing_July_23.png
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20210629T184649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171356Z
UID:10000220-1627034400-1627036200@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Zoo Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join the library’s virtual storytelling in American Sign Language (ASL) event for preschoolers and elementary aged children. Voice over narration will be provided. Visit the library’s event page to virtually connect.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-zoo-animals/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/July-23.png
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210716T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000219-1626429600-1626431400@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Crafternoon in ASL (Virtual Craft Activity Series): Birds and Birdfeeders
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin this ASL event for children as we make bird feeders that will attract birds in Maryland. Voice over narration will be provided. To make the birdfeeders\, participants will need pinecones\, oranges\, tissue paper rolls\, birdseed\, peanut butter\, scissors\, and twine. Visit the library’s event page to virtually connect.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/crafternoon-in-asl-virtual-craft-activity-series-birds-and-birdfeeders/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/July-16.png
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000142-1625824800-1625826600@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly storytelling in ASL event for ASL speakers. Voice over narration will be provided. Visit the library’s website to obtain the virtual link to join the program. For preschoolers and elementary aged children.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-animals/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T111500
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000218-1625221800-1625224500@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:American Sign Language Safari
DESCRIPTION:Lions and tigers and bears\, oh my! Go walkin’ through the jungle and learn animal signs through stories\, songs\, and fun activities for the whole family with Kathy MacMillan\, author of Nita’s First Signs\, Nita’s Day\, and Little Hands and Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together. This program will be presented in spoken English. For ages 0-5\, 6-10 and adults. \nRegistration for this event will be open from June 18\, 2021 @ 9:00am to July 2\, 2021 @ 10:30am. \nSign language interpreters are available for library sponsored programs. For more information or to schedule an interpreter\, complete the request form on the library website no later than one week prior to the event date.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-sign-language-safari/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000141-1625220000-1625221800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Animal Signs and Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join our virtual storytelling in American Sign Language (ASL) event for preschoolers and elementary aged children. Voice over narration will be provided. Visit the library’s event page to virtually connect.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-animal-signs-and-trivia/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ASL-Storytelling-at-PGCMLS_July_2.png
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000217-1624701600-1624705200@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Little Hands Signing: Zoo Signs
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event will be open from June 12\, 2021 @ 9:00am to June 26\, 2021 @ 8:30am.\nAllowed Ages: Birth – 12 months to Adult. All attendees need to register at the Carroll County Public Library website. \nSing\, sign\, play\, and learn basic American Sign Language in this fun\, hands-on storytime for the whole family. Signing storyteller Kathy MacMillan is the author of Nita’s First Signs and Little Hands & Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together. \nThis program will be presented in spoken English. To request accommodations\, please contact aknight@carr.org. \nZoom login information will be emailed to participants one hour before the program starts. \nZOOM
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/little-hands-signing-zoo-signs/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Little_Hands_Signing_June_26.png
GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210625T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T051437
CREATED:20251104T171540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T171540Z
UID:10000139-1624615200-1624617000@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Storytelling: Goodnight Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join Prince George’s County Memorial Library System’s weekly virtual storytelling in ASL event for ASL speakers. Voice over narration will be provided. Go to the library website for the virtual link. For young children\, 0 – 5 and 5-12.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-storytelling-goodnight-animals/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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GEO:39.4014955;-76.6019125
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