<div dir="ltr">Hi everyone!<div><br></div><div>February is over! Can you believe it? LBPH has some great programs and events this Spring - and here is what's happening in March.</div><div><br></div><div><div><b>Don't forget that you can find our events posted here: <a href="http://bit.ly/LBPHEvents" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/LBPHEvents</a><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Keep up-to-date on all things LBPH by visiting our blog: <a href="http://bit.ly/LBPHBlog" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/LBPHBlog</a></b></div></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><u>Teleconference: </u></div><div><b><font size="4">Dietitians: Serving Up Nutritional Savy!</font></b></div><div>March 11, 2020, 6:30 PM<br>What do you think of when you think "dietitian?" Do you think of a person, sitting at a desk, saying that we shouldn't eat anything that actually has taste? On this national day recognizing registered dietitians/nutritionists, learn more about the connections between diabetes, healthy eating, and eye health. Why is consulting with an RDN a good idea? Join Cheryl Bush, a registered dietitian, in this discussion to encourage embracing a healthier diabetes lifestyle. <b>Registration is required for participation. <a href="http://bit.ly/UMETelCon" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/UMETelCon</a></b><br><br></div><div><div><u>In-Person Events:</u><br><b><font size="4">Technology User Group: A presentation by OrCam</font></b></div><div>Saturday, March 14; 10:00 AM</div></div><div>A presentation by OrCam. OrCam’s mission is to harness the power of artificial vision by incorporating pioneering technology into a wearable platform that improves the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired, and have reading difficulties.<b> If you are unable to attend in p erson but would like to call into the program, please dial 319-527-4994 at the appointed program time.</b><br></div><div><br></div><div><u>In-Person Event:</u><br><font size="4"><b>Voting Rights</b></font></div><div>Wednesday, March 18, 2020 <br>2:00 PM<br>The 2020 Presidential Election is fast approaching and questions of accessibility and voter rights are at the forefront of many individuals. Disability Rights Maryland's Ben Jackson and Tracy Wright will be at LBPH on March 18th at 2 PM to present on your rights as a voter in Maryland. Did you know that as a voter you have the right to an accessible polling place, that you have the right to cast a private and independent vote, and receive assistance when needed? Learn about the laws and regulations that protect your right to vote in a free and open election; have your questions answered by Mr. Jackson, a disability rights attorney, and Ms. Wright, a Voting Advocate. This program is FREE and open to the public. Advanced registration not required.<br><br><u>In-Person Event:</u><br><b><font size="4">Center Stage Performance of Where We Stand</font></b></div><div>Thursday, March 26, 2020<br>12:30 - Tactile Tour; Play begins at 1:00 PM<br>This brand-new fable of penance is filled with humor, heart, and music. When a town is running low on compassion and a man is stripped of companionship, just one kind stranger can tip the scales. Join in the community as one passionate storyteller spins a supernatural tale of loneliness seduced by the kindness and asks us “what do we owe each other?” This program is FREE and open to the public. <b>Advanced registration is recommended: <a href="http://bit.ly/LBPHCenterStage" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/LBPHCenterStage</a></b><br></div><div><div><br></div><div>If you have any questions, please let me know! </div><div><br></div><div>Ashley</div></div><div><br></div>-- <br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-repeat:initial;border-collapse:collapse">
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<i>Outreach Librarian</i><br>Maryland State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped<br>Maryland State Library<br>415 Park Avenue<br>Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3603<br>
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