<div dir="ltr"><div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:28px">Celebrate Library Lover’s Month with a Video Valentine!</span></div><h2 style="margin:0px 0px 18px;padding:0.5em 0px 0px;font-size:24px;color:rgb(255,0,0);font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;line-height:1.2">NFB-MD Convention</h2><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)">February is <a href="https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/library-lovers-month/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" style="color:rgb(32,57,157);text-decoration-line:none"><strong>Library Lovers’ Month</strong></a>, and we’re inviting you to share the love! The Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled will be at the <a href="https://nfbmd.org/convention/2025?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" style="color:rgb(32,57,157);text-decoration-line:none">2025 National Federation of the Blind of Maryland State Convention</a>! Stop by our table in the Exhibit Hall to record a special <strong>Video Valentine</strong> for LBPD.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><strong>Where:</strong> <a href="https://ashoreresortoceancity.com/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" style="color:rgb(32,57,157);text-decoration-line:none">Ashore Resort and Beach Club</a>, 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 in the Exhibit Hall</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><strong>When:</strong> Friday, February 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><strong>How:</strong> We’ll record your message using an iPhone. It’s a quick, easy, and meaningful way to show your appreciation for accessible reading and library services.</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><strong>Thank You!</strong> Participants will receive a small token of appreciation. (While supplies last!)</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)">Let’s celebrate the power of libraries together! Stop by and share your love for reading, learning, and community. </p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)">Can’t make it to the convention? Submit a video Valentine to <a href="mailto:ashley.biggs1@maryland.gov" style="color:rgb(32,57,157);text-decoration-line:none">ashley.biggs1@maryland.gov</a> ! </p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)">All video Valentines will be used on social media throughout the year!</p><h2 style="margin:0px 0px 18px;padding:0.5em 0px 0px;font-size:24px;color:rgb(255,0,0);font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;line-height:1.2">Special Note: </h2><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)">If you are interested in library services or have questions about your account, please email <a href="mailto:reference.desk@maryland.gov" target="_blank" title="reference.desk@maryland.gov" rel="noopener" style="color:rgb(32,57,157);text-decoration-line:none">reference.desk@maryland.gov</a> ahead of the Convention. Checking at the convention isn't always possible.  </p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><br></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Best,</span><br></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><br></span></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 15px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.4;font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0)"><span class="gmail_default" style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Ashley</span></p><br clear="all"></div><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><table border=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  <p style="line-height:normal"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Ashley M. Biggs</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><br>
  <i>Marketing & Outreach Librarian</i><br>Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled<br>Maryland State Library Agency<br>415 Park Avenue<br>Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3603<br>
  <br>410-230-2430 (office) | 667-209-1563 (cell) | 410-333-2095 (fax)<br>
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