From ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov Fri Dec 12 14:30:17 2025 From: ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov (Ashley Biggs -MSLA-) Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:30:17 -0500 Subject: [MD-Blind-Parents] LBPD Event: Braille: The Power of Dots Message-ID: Hi everyone! Braille is more than a reading system. For many people who are blind, have low vision, or are losing vision, it becomes a powerful tool for learning, staying organized, accessing information, and maintaining independence. Whether Braille is already part of your life or you’re simply curious about it, we invite you to join us for an evening designed to welcome every level of experience. Braille: The Power of Dots Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Blind Industries and Services of Maryland 3345 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21227 This event brings together hands-on activities, modern technology, and honest conversation about how Braille supports success at school, at work, and at home. You’ll be able to explore at your own pace, ask questions, and connect with others who use Braille daily. During the event, you can: - Try Braille reading and writing tools - Learn how Braille supports education and study skills - Explore how Braille can strengthen employment and workplace access - See practical labeling tools for home and organization - Try refreshable Braille displays and accessible technology - Look through historical materials that reflect Braille’s legacy - Talk with people who use Braille and ask any questions you have Whether you’re beginning to experience vision loss, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in learning more, this evening is meant to be welcoming, encouraging, and informative. Hosted by Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) and the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD). Register here . Light refreshments will be provided. If you have any questions or accessibility needs, please get in touch with us at least two weeks before the event. Transportation to the event is not provided. Contact: Ashley Biggs ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov 410-230-2430 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From stacie.leap at gmail.com Mon Dec 15 08:04:47 2025 From: stacie.leap at gmail.com (Stacie Leap) Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2025 03:04:47 -0500 Subject: [MD-Blind-Parents] =?utf-8?q?All_are_welcome!_Pennsylvania_Organiz?= =?utf-8?q?ation_of_Blind_Parents_=E2=80=93_Monthly_Meeting?= Message-ID: Hello everyone, Please share with your networks! All are invited and welcome to join us, regardless of geographic location. Parenting does not have geographical boundaries and our meetings do not either! This is a reminder that the Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents (POBP) will hold its monthly meeting on: Saturday, December 20, 2025 7PM – 8:30 PM ET Via Zoom (Zoom information below( We will begin the meeting by holding our division elections, followed by our group support discussion. If you wish to vote in the elections or run for a position, please be sure your division dues are paid prior to the meeting. Our annual dues are $11 and can be paid by contacting our Treasurer Marva Hall at marva at myyahoo.com or 215-834-0102. The following positions are open: - President - Vice President - Secretary - Treasurer If you are interested in running for a position or would like more information about the elections or the meeting, please contact me. Stacie Leap President, Pennsylvania Organization of Blind Parents Email: stacie.leap at gmail.com Phone: 215-776-6741 Join Zoom Meeting https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/92797371396?pwd=QkJ6MVJ6WDVvMEhGdXpMQTlLM000QT09 Meeting ID: 927 9737 1396 Passcode: 1977 --- One tap mobile +13017158592,,92797371396# US (Washington DC) +13052241968,,92797371396# US Join instructions https://nfb-org.zoom.us/meetings/92797371396/invitations?signature=hadPNWoBgQDV1z1PpoIuK-vc6n7h77No3BFm-hOfTAg -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: