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.

 

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.

 

By gmehl, 13 October, 2025

My Eyes Don’t Work, But My Brain Still Does!
Experiencing the Holidays as Older Adults Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision 

 

Presented by:
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland (NFBMD)
Senior Issues Division

We’re talking all things holidays—including decorating, interacting with family, hosting events, and participating in various community activities, while also taking care of yourself. Come join the conversation!

 

By gmehl, 12 October, 2025

Dear TLC Chapter Members and Friends,

 

 

 

Our next TLC chapter meeting is this coming Tuesday, October 14; we will be meeting virtually over Zoom. Our regular meeting date is the second Tuesday of the month. The official meeting is scheduled to run from 7:00 to 9:00 PM; the meeting will be preceded and followed by fifteen minutes of social time for those who would like to mix and mingle with chapter members and friends.

We use the NFB of Maryland's Zoom account when we meet virtually (Zoom details are at the end of this message). 

By gmehl, 9 October, 2025

 

 

Well friends, it’s on!  we have reserved Waterloo Park in Elkridge, MD for our annual picnic.  As discussed our theme for the celebration will be a Halloween party.  All are welcome, but are not required to dress in your Halloween costumes.  Hint, hint.  Wink, wink.  Nod, nod.

 

Here are the details for the celebration.  Mark your calendars.

When: Sunday, October 26, 2025

Time: 12PM – 3PM

Where: Waterloo Park, 6951 Old Waterloo Road, Elkridge, Maryland

 

By gmehl, 6 October, 2025

 

The NFB of Maryland Baltimore County Chapter invites you to join us in celebrating Blind Equality Achievement Month and one of our own, Jackey King as we wish her well in her upcoming run of the New York City marathon. 

 

Location: El Guapo – 729 Frederick Road, Catonsville, MD 21228

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025

Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM

By gmehl, 15 September, 2025

Dear NFB Members and Friends,

 

 

 

You may have heard that the NFB Greater Baltimore Chapter is staffing a water stop at this year's Baltimore Running Fest on October 18. This is the fourth year we are participating in this fun event. Those of us who helped out in 2022, 2023, and/or 2024 had a great time and the runners really appreciated that we were there to supply them with water and Gatorade.

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

In this issue:

 

  1. Expect Much, Give Much, Get Much!
  2. Mixed Results in Annapolis
  3. For the Disabled Community, the Better Bus Services Act is Revolutionary
  4. Judy Rasmussen Recognized!
  5. Uber Almost Got Me Killed!
  6. Coffee with an NFB Staff Member: Bob Watson
  7. Chapter Spotlight: NFBMD Parents of Blind Children Division
  8. 2024 Distinguished Service Award: Toni March
  9. Marie Marucci: A Behind the Scenes Powerhouse
  10. 2024 Convention Awards
  11. The Librarian Who Spoke Out: Irene Padilla Steps Down After 22 Years as State Librarian
  12. Goodnight Irene
  13. Profile of an NFBMD Leader: Sharon Maneki — Part Two
  14. A Beast Named Jed
  15. 2024 NFBMD Resolutions
  16. Spectator Specs