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We are pleased to have Integration Technologies Group, Inc. (ITG) as a presenter for the December 9 Technology User Group.  ITG specializes in Humanware products and will give us a detailed accounting of the Victor Reader Stream 3, as well as other products in the Humanware line. Who should attend this presentation? Those seeking knowledge about the Victor Reader Stream 3. Persons seeking informat...

Join Sharon Mankei, president of the Friends of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, as she discusses the importance of friend groups, their role with the library, and more!

This one-hour event honors National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), which is held every November. The award-winning novelist John DeDakis will present Novel Writing 101, the basics of writing a novel. Mr. DeDakis (pronounced: deh-DAY-kiss) is a former editor on CNN's "The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer." DeDakis is the author of five novels in the Lark Chadwick mystery-suspense-th...

The Library's November/December newsletter.

On Saturday, November 4, the Technology User Group (TUG) presented our 14 th annual look at assistive technology gifts for the holidays! Gadgets, gizmos, and exciting products for the home, office and play. Most items profiled will cost less than $100. Many vendors will also be profiling their wares.

LBPD Bi-Monthly Newsletter: September/October 2023

On Saturday, October 14, the Technology User Group (TUG) is pleased to welcome Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse) from AppleVis to our gathering. He will be highlighting the many changes coming to your iPhone with the release of iOS 17. He will talk about the new accessibility skills and some popular app redesigns. The AppleVis website and podcast will also be featured.

October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month. All across the country, communities will be making efforts to spotlight a range of dyslexic needs, struggles, and signs. Our guests, Dan and Christine See, will discuss the importance of screening for Dyslexia and supporting students and adults with dyslexic needs.

On Saturday, September 9, the Technology User Group (TUG) welcomes The Low Vision Shop. This company offers the BlindShell mobile phone, the All-Terrain Cane, and a wide array of other low vision and blindness products. In addition, they offer training, a podcast, a support group and so much more.

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino advances the representation, understanding and appreciation of Latino history and culture in the United States. The museum provides resources and collaborates with other museums to expand scholarly research, public programs, digital content, collections and more. The museum operates its Molina Family Latino Gallery, the Smithsonian’s first g...

On Saturday, August 12, the Technology User Group (TUG) will profile the YouTube website and the YouTube app. Learn how to use both applications effectively: managing play controls, subscribing, skipping ads and saving. Finding premium content will also be discussed.

U.S. Happiness Happens Month is celebrated annually in August. It is dedicated to celebrating things that make you happy. Lisa McCoy is a tenured Family and Consumer Sciences educator with the University of Maryland Extension. In her 40 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, she shares her passion for health and wellness through her programs. Stress management is one of Lisa’s...

This month's TUG showcases a review of how visually impaired consumers can use accessible options within the Family Radio Service (FRS), Citizen's band radio (CB), General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS), and amiture radio (HAM) programs. We will discuss what these programs are, what licenses and equipment you need for each, and their relative accessibility.

On Saturday, July 8, the Technology User Group (TUG) will showcase games for Windows computers. Many of you may be familiar with the RS Games and Quentin C Playroom platforms, but there are other options, too. In this session, we will profile both free and paid games. We will also provide resources to help you stay informed about new game releases and websites.

Have you ever wanted to start your own nonprofit? Learn how with Paddy Morton and Maryland Nonprofits! Maryland Nonprofits’ mission is to strengthen organizations and networks for greater quality of life and equity. Nonprofit organizations are well-resourced and nonprofit leaders are effective agents of change, for greater equity, creativity, sustainability, and community well-being. Paddy Morton...

Travel Apps and Tools On Saturday, May 13th, the Technology User Group (TUG) is pleased to showcase travel tools and apps. Whether you are traveling to a distant city, such as Houston or Chicago, or traveling halfway around the world, these tools and apps will help you get the most out of your adventure.  The presentation will be virtual and may be joined by calling 319- 527-4994. You do not have...

For seniors throughout Central Maryland, Meals on Wheels delivers more than nutritious meals. They provide support and safety-net services that help sustain health, promote independence, maintain economic stability, and improve the overall quality of life. Join us as we explore their offerings, how to connect for service, and more!

Collection Highlights *"Grow More Food: A Vegetable Gardener's Guide to Getting the Biggest Harvest Possible From a Space of Any Size"*, by Colin McCrate and Brad Halm *DB 107752* Two experienced gardeners help readers boost their garden productivity by teaching them how to plan carefully, maximize production in every bed, get the most out of every plant, scale up systems to maximize...

Formed in 1982 to preserve the history, heritage, and memory of Maryland’s organized militia, the Society was the driving force behind the establishment of what is now the Maryland Museum of Military History. While the militia remains a prime focus of the Society, it seeks to preserve the memory of the military accomplishments of all Marylanders, regardless of branch of service.

On Saturday, April 8 th , the Technology User Group (TUG) will demonstrate how to get your existing computer to upgrade to Windows 11. We will also display the changes that you can expect and what you need to know in order to use Jaws and other screen reading software.

Pollinators, Native Plants, & Earth Day…  Oh My! First time gardener, no problem. Join Rachel Rhodes, Mikaela Boley, and Emily Zobel from the Garden Thyme Podcast at the University of Maryland Extension to chat about useful garden tips, native plants, testing your soil, pollinators, and LaShawn’s disdain for stink bugs. Hear more topics from the Garden Thyme Podcast at: https://gardenthym...

Have you dreamed of a lush patio or backyard garden? Marcus Williams is here to help. Marcus Williams is the Master Gardener/ Home Horticulture representative of the University of Maryland Extension serving Baltimore City, Maryland. Marcus received his M.S. in Food Safety and Biosecurity from Virginia Tech in 2017 and his B.S. in plant and soil science from Virginia State University in 2009. Befor...

On Saturday, March 11, the Technology User Group (TUG) will profile the GarageBand app. Dan Price, a Berklee College of Music graduate and patron of the library, will talk about the various components of the GarageBand app, how to create music, make changes, and ultimately create a song. He will also talk about the challenges of using the iPhone version of the app compared to its MacBook counterpa...

Social work is an academic discipline and practice-based profession concerned with meeting the basic needs of individuals, families, groups, communities, and society as a whole to enhance their individual and collective well-being. Join Mary Beth DeMartino, LCSW-C as she talks with Ashley Biggs about the importance of social work, the various kinds of social workers, and how you can find the right...

Formerly Maryland Relay, this state resource can help clients acquire cell phones, TTY equipment, and other communication devices.  The application process is easy and highly encouraged.  Learn about all of the programs offered and how you can benefit.