National Capital Radio & Television Museum’s Annual Gala—Honoring Diane Rehm
Ticket sales end on August 29
By PRESS OFFICER
NCRTV Museum
NCRTV’s Annual Gala
September 13, 2025
5:30–9:30 p.m.
Comfort Inn and Conference Center,
4500 Robert S. Crain Hwy,
Bowie, MD 20716
Tickets: https://ncrtv.org/gala/
The National Capital Radio and Television Museum (NCRTV) invites all to join us for our Annual Gala, on September 13, 2025, at the Bowie Comfort Inn. NCRTV will honor Diane Rehm, a leader in the local broadcasting community with the Ed Walker Lifetime Achievement Award in Broadcasting. Named for long-time local on-air personality and first NCRTV president Ed Walker, the Lifetime Achievement in Broadcasting award recognizes the impact that local radio and television communicators have had on the local citizens. Walker received the Lifetime Achievement Award in Broadcasting in 2015.
Our Annual Gala is our largest fundraiser each year, and your support will help us continue to promote and preserve the rich history of electronic media, engage with our community, and further our educational outreach. There are many ways to support us, even if you can’t join us for the Gala. Sponsorships, or donations to our silent auction are a great way to show your support from afar.
Ticket sales end on August 29.
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Marietta House Museum September Events
By STACEY HAWKINS
Marietta House Museum
Marietta House Museum Presents: “HARRIET,” the Movie
Includes closed captions and an ASL interpreter signing the Q & A portion of the program.
Please join us on Saturday, Sept. 13, 1–3 p.m., when Marietta House Museum will show the movie “Harriet”. The program includes closed captions for the movie and an ASL interpreter will sign the Q & A portion of the program. Dr. Dennis Doster will lead the Q & A following the program.
This presentation is in partnership with the Prince George’s County Office of Human Rights, the Black History Program of Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation, and the Prince George’s County Historical Society.
This is a free program. Light refreshments will be served. Ages 12 & up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is requested. Walk-ins are welcome. Please register at www.pgparksdirect.com and use the ticket code: MHM-SPEC-GA-20250913
For more information, please call 301-464-5291 or email mariettahouse@pgparks.com
Marietta House Museum is located at 5626 Bell Station Road, Glenn Dale, MD and is a property of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.
Marietta House Museum Presents: History of Fairview and Enslaved Family Research
Please join us on Thursday, Sept. 25, 6:30–8 p.m. for “History of Fairview and Enslaved Family Research”. Historian Susan Pearl will present the history of Fairview Plantation, which is in today’s Fairwood community. Ms. Pearl will discuss the enslaved families who lived and labored at Fairview, a former tobacco plantation, and a neighbor of Gabriel Duvall at Marietta, also a tobacco plantation. Find out what interactions may have existed between the enslaved families on those neighboring plantations.
This program is in partnership with Prince George’s County Historical Society. This is a hybrid program recommended for ages 12 & up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $5/person. Walk-ins are welcome. Registration is not required; however, online attendees must register to receive the TEAMS link. Register at www.pgparksdirect with ticket code: MHM-SPEC-GA20250925
For more information, please call 301-464-5291 or email mariettahouse@pgparks.com
Marietta House Museum is located at 5626 Bell Station Road, Glenn Dale, MD and is a property of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.
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Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled to Host Inaugural Dyslexia Summit
Advancing understanding, support, and advocacy for individuals with dyslexia through a free, accessible statewide event
By PRESS OFFICER
Maryland State Library Agency
Baltimore (Aug. 12, 2025)—The Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (LBPD), in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and other community organizations, is proud to announce the inaugural Dyslexia Summit, taking place on Thursday, October 16, 2025. This free event will be held virtually via Zoom Webinar and live-streamed on the Maryland State Library Agency’s YouTube Channel, ensuring accessibility for participants throughout Maryland and beyond.
Dyslexia is a common learning difference that affects the way the brain processes written language, making reading, spelling, and writing more challenging. It is estimated to impact up to one in five individuals, regardless of intelligence, background, or educational opportunity. While often identified in childhood, dyslexia is a lifelong condition that can affect academic success, workplace performance, and daily life.
The Dyslexia Summit is designed to foster a community-wide conversation about dyslexia, bringing together educators, parents, researchers, advocates, librarians, and professionals to deepen understanding and share effective strategies and resources. The event will cover important topics such as the complexities of dyslexia when paired with other conditions like anxiety or ADHD, assistive technologies, advocacy, and educational support.
“The Dyslexia Summit is a vital step toward ensuring individuals with dyslexia have access to the resources, technology, and community support they need to thrive,” said Ashley Biggs, LBPD’s Marketing and Outreach Librarian. “Our goal is to make this a welcoming space where families, educators, and advocates can learn from experts and each other. By working together, we can build stronger networks that empower every learner.”
The summit’s rich program includes keynote presentations from nationally recognized leaders. Drs. Brock and Fernette Eide, founders of The Dyslexic Advantage, will highlight the unique strengths often found in individuals with dyslexia. Additional sessions will feature experts discussing early identification, challenges related to co-occurring conditions, assistive technology demonstrations, and effective advocacy for inclusive educational policies.
“We are proud to host this important summit in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education and our community allies,” said John Owen, Director of LBPD. “Our library’s mission is to provide equitable access to information and resources for all Marylanders with print disabilities, including dyslexia. This event exemplifies our commitment to education, accessibility, and empowerment.”
Registration will begin on September 1, 2025. For updates and more information, please visit https://msla.maryland.gov/Pages/Dyslexia-Summit.aspx
As the state library agency for Maryland, Maryland State Library Agency (MSLA) administers state and federal funds to support Maryland libraries in their mission to offer outstanding resources, programs, and excellent customer service. The State Library Resource Center, located in the central branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, serves as Maryland’s state library. MSLA has oversight of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled; Maryland’s Public Libraries; the State Library Network including the three regional libraries; the Library Capital Grants Programs; and the Deaf Culture Digital Library.
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