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Garden Walk at the Enchanted Garden
10/13/2022 to 10/13/2022
9421 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042Men and Women interested in gardening and climate issues are invited to meet indoors at the Miller Library, Main Meeting Rooms, 9421Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD at noon on Thursday, October 13, for refreshments and a Meet & Mingle with the Longfellow Garden Club of Howard County, followed by a guided tour of the outdoor Enchanted Garden led by Ann Hackeling, Garden Creator and Manager. Inclement weather, call 443-803-4850.
VIRTUAL RESOURCE FAIR
10/13/2022 to 10/15/2022
OnlineWinter Grace Senior Ministries announces their 6th Free VIRTUAL 50+ Resource Fair, October 1st -15th. Meet local Resource Providers and National Experts from a wide range of specialties serving Older Adults and their families. 24/7 availability from the comfort of your home or office. Please join us at www.resource.wintergrace.org. If you have any questions, please send us an email at wintergrace@wintergrace.org
Virtual Candidate Forum – 8th District US House of Representatives Oct 13
10/13/2022 to 10/13/2022
online, Arlington, VA 22201Meet and question the candidates for Virginia's 8th Congressional District seat. The League of Women Voters of the Fairfax Area, Falls Church and Arlington and Alexandria City invite you to a virtual candidate forum to meet the candidates for the 8th Congressional District of Virginia. They are (in the order they will appear on the ballot): Donald S. Beyer, Jr (D); Karina A. Lipsman (R); Teddy Fikre (I). You will have the opportunity to post a question when you RSVP. We will make every attempt to get to all. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-candidate-forum-8th-district-us-house-of-representatives-tickets-408686651777
NAMI Maryland 40th Annual Conference
10/14/2022 to 10/15/2022
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044At the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maryland, we have served individuals and families coping with mental health conditions for more than 40 years. We are dedicated to improving the lives of all Marylanders and are focused on providing education, support, and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions, their loved ones, and the wider community. This year marks the 40th anniversary of NAMI Maryland’s Annual Education Conference, which will be held virtually on October 14th and 15th, 2022! Here’s your chance to learn about the latest research, discover resources, develop a talent for advocacy, and foster a better understanding of issues relating to mental health conditions. This robust and ambitious 2-day virtual event will feature up to 40 keynote presentations and breakout sessions hosted by national and state decision-makers, content experts, and advocates covering critical, relevant topics like: Self-care and resilience during COVID-19; Specific diagnoses and treatment options; Social community supports and benefits; Special audiences and populations including rural and BIPOC communities; Policy issues like criminal justice, health care reform, and early intervention; and more! This conference will offer between 11-12 hours of Continuing Education Units are available for: Social Work, Counselors, Psychologists, and Therapists; Corrections and Law Enforcement; Emergency Medical Service Professionals; and Peer Specialists.
NAMI Maryland 40th Annual Conference
10/14/2022 to 10/15/2022
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044Location: Virtual. Purpose/Description of Program: At the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Maryland, we have served individuals and families coping with mental health conditions for more than 40 years. We are dedicated to improving the lives of all Marylanders and are focused on providing education, support, and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions, their loved ones, and the wider community. This year marks the 40th anniversary of NAMI Maryland’s Annual Education Conference, which will be held virtually on October 14th and 15th, 2022! Here’s your chance to learn about the latest research, discover resources, develop a talent for advocacy, and foster a better understanding of issues relating to mental health conditions. This robust and ambitious 2-day virtual event will feature up to 40 keynote presentations and breakout sessions hosted by national and state decision-makers, content experts, and advocates covering critical, relevant topics like: Self-care and resilience during COVID-19; Specific diagnoses and treatment options; Social community supports and benefits; Special audiences and populations including rural and BIPOC communities; Policy issues like criminal justice, health care reform, and early intervention; and more! This conference will offer between 11-12 hours of Continuing Education Units are available for: Social Work, Counselors, Psychologists, and Therapists; Corrections and Law Enforcement; Emergency Medical Service Professionals; and Peer Specialists. Pricing: NAMI Members: $15.00 | After 9/16/22: $45.00. Non-Members: $85.00 | After 9/16/22: $115.00. Register now! (Direct link: https://tinyurl.com/NAMIMD40)
VIRTUAL RESOURCE FAIR
10/14/2022 to 10/15/2022
OnlineWinter Grace Senior Ministries announces their 6th Free VIRTUAL 50+ Resource Fair, October 1st -15th. Meet local Resource Providers and National Experts from a wide range of specialties serving Older Adults and their families. 24/7 availability from the comfort of your home or office. Please join us at www.resource.wintergrace.org. If you have any questions, please send us an email at wintergrace@wintergrace.org
