[NFBMDTLC-Chapter] Upcoming Event: Braille - the Power of Dots

Ashley Biggs -MSLA- ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov
Mon Jan 5 15:09:39 UTC 2026


Celebrate Braille Literacy Month with an interactive evening exploring the
history, impact, and modern use of Braille. Experience hands-on demo
stations and learn how Braille supports education, employment,
and independent living.

Register here:
https://marylandlibraries.libcal.com/calendar/ExternalCalendar/Braille


HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES

   - Braille reading & writing tools
   - Labeling and daily-use items
   - Refreshable Braille displays
   - Historical materials
   - Q&A with Braille experts

This event is sponsored by Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
<https://bism.org/> (BISM). The event will be held at their Baltimore
location: 3345 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21227

Transportation is not provided to the event. Light refreshments provided.

Requests for accommodations must be made at least two weeks in advance. For
questions or accommodation requests, please contact
ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov
<ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov?subject=Braille%3A%20The%20Power%20of%20Dots> or
call 410.230.2430.
Best,

Ashley


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*Ashley M. Biggs*
*Marketing & Outreach Librarian*
Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled
Maryland State Library Agency
415 Park Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3603

410-230-2430 (office) | 667-209-1563 (cell) | 410-333-2095 (fax)
ashley.biggs1 at maryland.gov


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Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled website and sign up
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