Join us for a virtual overview of the world’s religions presented by Laura Shulman, professor of religion at Northern Virginia Community College. Learn the basic beliefs, values and practices of the major religions of the world. Increase cultural awareness and understanding, eliminate fear and conflict, and build bridges in your community. Attend one or multiple sessions. A […]
Join National Archives Foundation Executive Director Patrick Madden in a conversation with Maxim Thorne, Managing Director of the Andrew Goodman Foundation, on how a civil rights murder in 1964 has inspired a national movement of young people to vote and engage in civic life today. Nancy Thomas, Institute for Democracy & Higher Education at Tufts […]
MCPS cares! You and your child’s well-being are important to us and we value your perspective! Please join us to share your experience with remote learning, accessing technology, community resources, and connecting with MCPS staff throughout the pandemic. Presented by MCPS staff. Recommended for families of elementary, middle, and high school students. Note: This virtual […]
NOTE: Text below from Montgomery County Public Schools 'MCPS to Host Virtual Conversation on Return to School Plan Feb. 24' Email Message (February 21, 2021). traducción al español a continuación MCPS will host a virtual conversation for the community on the return-to-school plan on February 24 at 6:30 p.m. The conversation will be streamed live […]
University of Maryland professor and author William Robin discusses his new book, "Industry: Bang on a Can and New Music in the Marketplace," with Jeremy Ney, Director of Music, The Phillips Collection. William Robin is an assistant professor of musicology at the University of Maryland's School of Music. His research explores how institutions structure the […]
Join Ta-Nehisi Coates and Nic Stone as they discuss the powerful young adult edition of Coates’ The Beautiful Struggle. A candid coming-of-age memoir, this adaptation explores one boy’s journey to manhood and his relationship with his larger-than-life father. Coates grew up in the tumultuous 1980s in Baltimore, known then as the murder capital of the United States, with seven siblings, […]
REGISTER HERE In conversation with Kaitlyn Greenidge Brontez Purnell is the author of Since I Laid My Burden Down, a debut novel about growing up gay in 1980s Alabama that “not only holds its own as queer literature, but also expands upon it” (San Francisco Chronicle). The winner of a 2018 Whiting Award for Fiction, he is […]
To celebrate Black History Month, reenactor Gina Lee will share the story of Harriet Tubman's life, her Underground Railroad experience, her achievements and conclude with her death & final resting place. Ms. Lee has performed with Arena Players, Inc. and portrayed Harriet Tubman in Baltimore's Legends & Legacies Jubilee. Dial-In Information Please click the link below to […]
Honoring noble African Americans by creating graphic images or items for Black History Month. Click on the link to register for this live event. You may also email us at orl@prattlibrary or register by phone by dialing 410-396-0970. AUDIENCE: Teens
The Black family has been a topic of study across disciplines—history, literature, the visual arts, film, sociology, anthropology, and social policy. It has been described as a rich tapestry for exploring African Americans past and present and its complexity as the foundation of African American life and history. A panel will discuss these ideas and perspectives including […]
Students are facing an unprecedented amount of stress and in many cases loneliness. They're disconnected from typical activities, such as being around friends, playing sports, or going to the movies. This workshop will provide suggestions and resources that can help you support your child's social-emotional well-being. Recommended for families of elementary, middle, and high school […]
The Harlem Renaissance is the fulcrum for this look “behind the bookcase” at great Black writers. Beginning with Paul Laurence Dunbar, the first acclaimed Black poet after Emancipation, we’ll spend the bulk of our time with letters and first editions of poet Langston Hughes and philosopher Alain LeRoy Locke-including the keystone work of the Harlem […]
Hear from educators, psychotherapists and social workers from Baltimore County 4-H, Parenting Works, Keys of Hope Consultations, LLC and Baltimore County Public Library staff about resources and tips to have discussions about anti-racism, inclusion, diversity and equity with your children. This program's theme is celebrating Black joy and using your voice (protest and the Black […]
The National Museum of African American History and Culture invites middle and high school students to join us as we explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through the Window and into the Mirror is a video conversation series about the experiences of African American STEM professionals today. Students will peer into the ‘windows’ […]
Making a Difference: African American Women of the Civil Rights Movement Learn about African American women who were instrumental in shaping the Civil Rights Movement during the 1950s and 1960s. Discuss the contributions of activists such as Ruby Dee, Angela Davis, Daisy Bates, and Ruby Bridges. Enjoy listening to lesser known stories and gain a […]
Learn about African-American artist Alma Thomas and create beautiful mosaics in her style. Join us for a celebration of African-American Expressionist artist Alma Thomas. We'll be learning about her life and art while we make paper mosaics on canvas. We'll be recreating one of her pieces together and providing another canvas to make your own […]
This event will be streamed online as part of our P&P Live! Series. From The Guardian’s Georgina Lawton, a moving examination of how racial identity is constructed—through the author’s own journey grappling with secrets and stereotypes, having been raised by white parents with no explanation as to why she looked black. Raceless is an exploration […]
Cook alongside renowned Chef Elijah Milligan, founder of Cooking for the Culture - a platform designed to elevate and highlight black culinary professionals, for a free prerecorded dinner cooking demo to celebrate Black history and culture. Participants will receive a grocery and equipment list a week prior, for those who would like to cook along. […]
Join us as Trenessa Coffey Annibal, owner of Eternally Grateful Coaching, talks to us about self awareness. Self awareness is an important part of everyday life. It transfers over to your personal, social, physical and work life. Self awareness can help one gain a better understanding of oneself, and how to live a better, more fulfilling life. […]
What’s harder than parenting? Parenting during a pandemic! Indies UNITE! proudly presents Resilient Kids, Supportive Adults: Giving Kids the Tools to Thrive, the second in a series of virtual panels designed to tackle tough topics being faced in real time. Join us on Saturday, February 27th at 4 as we welcome panelists: Janice Johnson Dias, Jessica […]
Speaker Christine West will talk about the historical timeline leading up to and following the Mayflower Voyage of 1620. An invitation to join this online event will be sent to participants after they register.
Text below from 2/19/2021 email message from Montgomery Blair High School. Check Blair High School calendar or email messages for Meeting Information (e.g., Zoom link, meeting ID and password). NOTE: The next Montgomery County Board of Education meeting re MCPS' reopening plans will be held on Wed. February 24, 2021. Click here for details. Dear Montgomery […]
The story of a woman whose ambition and accomplishments far exceeded the expectations of her time, 18 Tiny Deaths follows the transformation of a young, wealthy socialite into the mother of modern forensics. Meet author Bruce Goldfarb, executive assistant to the Chief Medical Examiner for the state of Maryland, as he shares the story of […]
REGISTER HERE Referred to by Michael Eric Dyson as “one of the most brilliant and committed critics and advocates writing and thinking and working on behalf of Black people today,” Dr. Yaba Blay is a scholar, activist, and cultural consultant. Focusing on Black women and girls through topics like personal identity and body image, she has launched […]
Seth Kibel uses video clips and recordings to trace Ella Fitzgerald’s rise from teen star to jazz royalty with her legendary “Songbook” recordings. Sponsored by the Friends of the Perry Hall Library. Registration closes one hour before the start of the program. A valid email address is needed at registration to send a Zoom link […]
CantoSur, a duo featuring vocalist Cecilia Esquivel and musician and guitarist Dani Cortaza, perform Brazilian music and South American folk music. Join us as they share some special performances and "edutain" us about Latin American music. As an audience member, you can ask CantoSur questions to learn more about Latin American music. Registration closes one […]
Meet WYPR producer Aaron Henkin and listen to clips from "Sparrows Point: An American Steel Story," a new, limited-edition podcast from the Baltimore Museum of Industry and WYPR. Aaron is joined by guests author Deborah Rudicille, Aaron Tomarchio of Tradepoint Atlantic and former steelworker Andrew Morton for a discussion and a Q&A session about Sparrows […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo […]
Are you a true Marvel Cinematic Universe fan? Join us to test your knowledge! Registration closes one hour before the start of the program. A valid email address is needed at registration to send a Discord link to the program 30 minutes before scheduled start.
The Montgomery Blair High School PTSA general body/membership meeting (virtually/online). NOTE: BLAIR HS PTSA ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (Zoom link, Meeting ID, Password) will be posted prior to the meeting's date/time in one or more of the following areas: 1) Blair High School PTSA listserve message; 2) Blair High School email message (on behalf of the […]
Maryland Humanities presents authors Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal as they discuss their best-selling book, 'I’m Not Dying with You Tonight', inspired by the death of Baltimorean Freddie Gray. In their conversation, they touch on some of today’s most pressing topics — the recent resurgence of our country’s reckoning with racial inequity, a video that […]
When Kate Washington's husband, Brad, developed an aggressive cancer, the author was forced into a role that so many women are in: one of being the family provider, the caregiver to the children, navigating the healthcare system and providing the care for her husband. In Already Toast, she uses her own experiences to highlight caregiver […]
Join us for moderated local author panels and find your next great read. Meet some of Maryland's up-and-coming authors, hear about the books they have written and get insight into their writing processes. Panels are: 1 p.m. – Maryland romance writers with Rebecca Rivard, L. Penelope, J. L. Lora and Anne Renwick 2:15 p.m. – […]
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE America’s sole Black primetime news anchor, Don Lemon has hosted CNN Tonight since 2014. Before joining the respected cable network in 2006, he worked for NBC News and MSNBC, and earlier in his career as a reporter and anchor in Birmingham, Philadelphia, and Chicago, among other places. The recipient of an Edward R. Murrow Award […]
Take a virtual field trip with the Maryland Center for History and Culture and see the Maryland experienced by European colonists — not a new and undiscovered world, but a Maryland already inhabited for thousands of years by Native Americans. As part of the cyber-tour, explore the museum’s collection, including artifacts created by Native Americans […]
From the earliest days of comedy, many comediennes have made audiences howl with laughter. Revisit the funny women of film, television and radio, including Gracie Allen, Lucille Ball, Eve Arden and more and enjoy a multimedia presentation of photos, video clips and captivating stories. Presented by Hometowns to Hollywood's film historian, Dr. Anette Bochenek. Registration […]
Montgomery County Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Attention Parents/Guardians of Students with Special Needs Connect with other parents/guardians of students with special needs Dialogue with special education administrators Learn about topics of interest Links to the virtual meetings will be sent via email to the SEAC List Serve If you would like to […]
'Tiger Girl and the Candy Kid' chronicles the lives of Margaret and Richard Whittemore, two kids growing up in Baltimore with big dreams of a lavish lifestyle. These dreams would lead them to New York to become true 1920s gangsters, stealing over $1 million of diamonds and jewels before their eventual capture. Hear from […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo […]
The Montgomery Blair High School PTSA general body/membership meeting (virtually/online). NOTE: BLAIR HS PTSA ONLINE MEETING INFORMATION (Zoom link, Meeting ID, Password) will be posted prior to the meeting's date/time in one or more of the following areas: 1) Blair High School PTSA listserve message; 2) Blair High School email message (on behalf of the […]
Montgomery County Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Attention Parents/Guardians of Students with Special Needs Connect with other parents/guardians of students with special needs Dialogue with special education administrators Learn about topics of interest Links to the virtual meetings will be sent via email to the SEAC List Serve If you would like to […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo […]
Montgomery County Public Schools Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) Attention Parents/Guardians of Students with Special Needs Connect with other parents/guardians of students with special needs Dialogue with special education administrators Learn about topics of interest Links to the virtual meetings will be sent via email to the SEAC List Serve If you would like to […]