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Welcome to the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland

The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland is the Maryland state affiliate of the National Federation of the Blind. We are changing what it means to be blind in Maryland! Find a local chapter or division. The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.

By gmehl, 15 August, 2025

Vendor application deadline for NFBMD Winter Market

We welcome prospective vendors to fill out an application for a table. The deadline to apply is Friday, September 5, 2025. The proceeds from table rentals go directly toward supporting our efforts and programs in the education, advocacy, and civil rights spaces to help blind Marylanders live the lives they want. If you have questions about the form or need additional information, you can email nfbmdwintermarket@gmail.com.

2025 Annual Crab Feast Fundraiser Baltimore - September 19, 2025 - Tickets Now Available!

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE!

NFB of Maryland Annual Crab Feast Fundraiser

To benefit the John T. McCraw Scholarship Fund

When: Friday, September 19, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Where: Rosedale Gardens - 8037 Philadelphia Road - Baltimore, MD 21237
Tickets are $80 each if purchased on or before August 31, 2025 and $90 each if purchased after August 31, 2025.

Children 6 and under are free.

Special Promotions:

- Buy or Sell 25 or more tickets and get your ticket FREE!

Dancing, 50 / 50 Raffle, Door Prizes, and more.

NFB of Maryland Winter Market

November 16, 2025

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

NFB Jernigan Institute

200 E Wells St. Baltimore, Md 21230

We are pleased to present our 2025 NFBMD Winter Market! Join us on November 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jernigan Institute to support small businesses.

Makers and vendors will have items on-hand for shoppers to purchase. This is a great opportunity to purchase unique items from members of our community.

December 2024 Minute Message

In this issue...
NFBMD Theater Donation Drive
Select a Crab
Lead, Love, Live: The State Convention is Coming!
Seeking Resolutions for the State Convention
Seeking Door Prize Donations
Seeking Donations for the NFBMD Bake and Experience Auction!
Seeking Baked Deliciousness for NFBMD Fire Sale!
State Convention Orientation: February 10, 2025
NFBMD Convention Donation Drive and Drawing!!
Getting Ready for 2025 Day in Annapolis!
Washington Seminar Is Coming!
Get ready for New Orleans in 2025!
do You Feel Lucky?
Basket and Bag Bingo is Coming!
Pay Your 2025 Dues!
NFB and NFBMD Scholarship Programs
NFBMD Committees: Are You Interested?
Important Upcoming Dates

Braille Spectator, Summer 2024

In this issue:

Expect Much, Give Much, Get Much!
Mixed Results in Annapolis
For the Disabled Community, the Better Bus Services Act is Revolutionary
Judy Rasmussen Recognized!
Uber Almost Got Me Killed!
Coffee with an NFB Staff Member: Bob Watson
Chapter Spotlight: NFBMD Parents of Blind Children Division
2024 Distinguished Service Award: Toni March
Marie Marucci: A Behind the Scenes Powerhouse
2024 Convention Awards
The Librarian Who Spoke Out: Irene Padilla Steps Down After 22 Years as State Librarian
Goodnight Irene
Profile of an NFBMD Leader: Sharon Maneki — Part Two
A Beast Named Jed
2024 NFBMD Resolutions
Spectator Specs

NFBMD Chapter and Division Dues

We are accepting dues for 2025 and continuing to accept dues for 2024. Individuals interested in paying chapter and division dues may do so in one of two ways: 1. Pay dues online; or 2. send a physical check to the chapter or division treasurer.