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January 27, 2022

The Talbot Spy

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St. Michaels Community Garden Sprouts for 10th Season

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In 2022, the St. Michaels Community Garden celebrates its 10th year of providing community members with space to grow vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruits, and more for personal consumption or for donation, as chosen by the gardeners themselves.

The garden includes 40, 4-foot by 14-foot beds rented on a yearly basis. Five beds are available for new gardeners in 2022, with a limit of one bed per participant. The beds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be reserved by emailing admin@stmichaelscc.org.

From left: Gardeners Catharine Fritscher and Jim Walsh with Chris Barnhardt of Barnhardt Lawn Service at the St. Michaels Community Garden.

Through regularly scheduled work parties, the garden community shares responsibility for maintaining paths, communal spaces, and equipment, while individual members are responsible for planting, harvesting and upkeep of their raised beds. Water, hoses, and some gardening tools are provided, and some funds are available to help with the purchase of seeds or garden equipment for those who need support to do so.

The St. Michaels Community Garden, located between Fremont and Conner Streets, began in 2012 on land leased through the Town of St. Michaels and with support of an Eagle Scout project. The St. Michaels Community Center serves as fiscal agent for the community garden, with the $5 per year, per bed rental fee and other donations helping to maintain the property year-round.

The St. Michaels Community Garden is providing community members with limited garden beds to grow their own gardens for personal consumption or for donation.

The St. Michaels Community Center promotes and provides quality activities and services contributing to the physical, emotional, and social well-being of the community. SMCC is dedicated to filling the unmet needs of the Bay Hundred and St. Michaels communities by providing supervised program opportunities for the enrichment of children and teens; activities and services for adults and senior citizens; and affordable recreational, social, and educational activities to community residents of all ages, regardless of ethnicity, gender or economic status.

Donations to SMCC and proceeds from the Treasure Cove Thrift Shop in St. Michaels, Md. help the nonprofit provide year-round programs, services, and community events for people from throughout the Bay Hundred area. More information is at www.stmichaelscc.org.

Talbot DSS Receives Significant Donation from Oasis Church of Easton for Foster Youth

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Oasis Church in Easton recently donated 29 kits to the Talbot County Department of Social Services to provide the necessary resources for children of all ages and gender who transition to foster care. Rolling luggage was donated for middle school and high school youth and duffle bags were donated for elementary youth – all filled with age-related personal hygiene, comfort, and fun items such as toys, stuffed animals, coloring books, and journals. Kits including diapers, clothing, and other supplies were provided for children ages two and under.

“This donation is such a helpful tool for helping with the transition of our youth to care. Many come without any supplies. On the day the kits arrived, we needed items for both a teenager and an infant. The Oasis Church donations met our immediate need and provided something special for each of the children,” comments Paris Quillet, Special Project Coordinator for the Talbot County Department of Social Services.

These resources donated have also been shared with families experiencing homelessness in the county as they transition to local shelters.

Pictured left to right are Tara Carl of Oasis Church in Easton with Paris Quillet, Special Project Coordinator for the Talbot County Department of Social Services. Oasis Church in Easton recently donated 29 kits to the Talbot County Department of Social Services to provide the necessary resources for children of all ages and gender who transition to foster care.

“We have a program at Oasis Church called “12 Stones,” where every month we support a different organization or community need. After prayerful consideration, God put in on our hearts to do something for the foster program. We have several members of our church who have had their own experience with the foster program and know firsthand the importance of supporting these children,” commented Tara Carl of Oasis Church in Easton.

“Our congregation was excited about sponsoring bags to fill. Many people said they enjoyed shopping and picking out special things like stuffed animals and journals for the children, along with objects of necessity. It was heartwarming to see the bags filled and ready to go to a child who could use them . . . we are called to love our neighbors and care for all the children. This is what community is all about!”

“We continue to experience a high level of need in our community and appreciate donations of this kind to help meet that need,” Quillet adds.

To support the Talbot County Department of Social Services needs in these areas, contact Paris Quillet at 410-770-4848. A little more than half of the children in care on the Mid-Shore are under the age of 14 and many are sibling groups. Talbot County needs foster parents for long-term placement to provide temporary, safe, stable, and nurturing homes for children to live in until they can be reunited with their own families, placed with relatives, or adopted. Call the Talbot County Department of Social Services at 410-820-7371 for information about becoming a foster parent.

Talbot Family Network Announces New Equity Grant Program

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Talbot Family Network has announced a new grant program for organizations and agencies serving children, youth and families in Talbot County. These funds may be used to build capacity within community organizations and agencies for integrating race equity into their mission, policies, services, and culture.

Since FY17, Talbot Family Network has demonstrated regional leadership in offering racial equity education to the community. “You or members of your team may have left one of these or other workshops challenged, inspired, and ready to act,” says Executive Director Nancy Andrew. This program aims to provide local organizations with additional tools and support for moving from intention to practice in applying an equity lens to their work or expanding an existing initiative.

Grants of up to $8,500 will be awarded and all funds must be used by June 30, 2022. Eligible expenses include hiring a consultant to complete a race equity audit for the organization or agency, hiring a trainer to provide equity training to staff, Board members, volunteers, clients and/or other key stakeholders, or hiring a consultant to provide coaching to support the organization in implementing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policy. The review committee will consider other use of funds that an organization can demonstrate will further equity in their mission, policies, programs, and culture in a systemic way.

Talbot Family Network is the Local Management Board for Talbot County. Maryland established Local Management Boards in the mid-1990’s to change the way that local communities provide services to children and families in. Today, Talbot Family Network concentrates on prevention, early intervention, and intervention services to children, youth and families in the county. Tasks include planning, developing and monitoring family-oriented, community-based programs that are culturally relevant.

Applications are due to Talbot Family Network on or before Thursday, January 27, 2022. For more information about this grant program and Talbot Family Network, visit https://healthytalbot.org/about/talbot-family-network/.

Nominations are Being Accepted for TCPS Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year

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This year’s winners will replace Mrs. Lauren Greer and Ms. Ayonna Hayman, who were selected for 2020-2021.

Talbot County Public Schools is excited to announce that the process to select the 2022 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year has begun!  Is there a teacher or member of the TCPS support staff who is truly outstanding, has made a significant impact on your family, and/or goes above and beyond in their commitment as a professional?  The Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year programs are a wonderful way to recognize educators who are leaders in their field.

Any member of the community may nominate a candidate to apply to be Talbot’s Teacher of the Year or Support Staff of the Year. The nomination forms are available on the TCPS website using this link: https://tcps.k12.md.us/2022-toy-ssoy-nominations/.  The deadline for nominations for both Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year is Friday, February 4, 2022.

A teacher must meet the following requirements to be considered for the Talbot County Teacher of the Year:

  • Hold state certification in area(s) of assignment, Pre-K through 12th Grade;
  • Be a current full-time classroom teacher as defined by a teaching contract, to include: librarians, specialists, intervention teachers, ESL teachers, gifted education teachers, instructional coaches and special education teachers;
  • Have a minimum of six years of exemplary teaching experience (can include this current school year);
  • Plan to continue in an active teaching status for at least one year; and
  • Submit a professional resume that addresses the following: Education, Certifications, Experience, Leadership and Awards/Other Recognition.

To nominate a deserving teacher, please seek their approval first, then complete the nomination form.  The form requires a statement at least 200 words in length explaining why the nominee deserves to be considered to serve as Talbot County’s Teacher of the Year.

The purpose of the Support Staff of the Year Award is to recognize an outstanding educational support professional for his/her contribution to the success of the learning community, and to focus public attention on the importance the individuals in these vital roles.

To be considered for the Talbot County Support Staff of the Year Award, nominees must meet the following selection Criteria:

  • Must be full-time employees who have worked for TCPS for a minimum of two years. Any member of the community can nominate a Support Staff Employee.
  • An exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled member of the Support Staff in a school or office;
  • Goes above and beyond the call of duty;
  • Is supportive of the learning environment;
  • Is employed in a non-certified, non-exempt position (A&S staff, exempt employees, teachers and licensed professionals are not eligible.)

The nomination form for Talbot Support Staff of the Year is also found on-line and must include a minimum 200 word statement about the nominee’s qualifications.

“The Talbot Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year recognition is truly a highlight of the school year,” said Mrs.Shannon Beatty, TOY/SSOY Supervisor.  “This event gives us the opportunity to celebrate some of our most outstanding educators for their innovation, dedication and commitment to our students.”   For more information about the Talbot Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year programs, contact Mrs. Beatty at (410)822-0330 or sbeatty@talbotschools.org.

Shaper’s Poinsettia Sale Raises $2,000 for Critchlow Adkins

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Rebecca Warrington, owner of Shaper’s Hair Salon, and her husband Dan Warrington, owner of Warrington Builders, recently finished their third annual Poinsettia Sale.  This year’s sale raised just over $2,000 to benefit Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers.  The proceeds will be used to provide tuition assistance for qualifying families enrolled in Critchlow’s childcare programs.

“We are very proud to host this sale every year,” says Rebecca.  “It is so fun to see so many people from our community come into the salon and purchase their poinsettias.  They know that their purchase gives back to the community, so everyone is in such great spirits.  It really makes the holiday season enjoyable for us.”

People in photo, from left to right, are: Front row: James Redman (CACC Board Chair), Katie Schroeder (CACC Office Administrator), Keieve Colbert (CACC Easton School Age Site Director). Middle row: Rebecca “Bicky” Warrington (Shapers’ Salon Owner, CACC Board Member), Annetta Biscoe (CACC White Marsh Site Director), Julie Crocker (CACC Board Member), Joann Willis (CACC Preschool teacher), Mikeya Greene and Mila Villacorta (CACC Easton School Age Site teachers), Amy Michaels (CACC Program Manager). Back Row: Ellen Wallace (CACC Assistant Director), Cristy Morrell (CACC Executive Director), Tom Reynolds (CACC Board Member).

Critchlow Adkins Executive Director Cristy Morrell is very excited by the results of the sale.  “We are so thrilled by the response to this fundraiser, and are very grateful to Rebecca and Dan for hosting it once again.  Our children are so fortunate to have such great support within our community!”

Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers (CACC) is a non-profit organization that provides quality, affordable, educational childcare in a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment. CACC offers year-round preschool programs, Pre -K through 5th grade before- and after-school care, and summer camp programs.  Critchlow Adkins also provides literature based educational enrichment programming through their innovative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities.  These fun projects teach children of all ages to use critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, and instill in them a love of learning through play.

CACC is able to offer quality childcare, enrichment programs, and tuition assistance to local families because of the generosity and financial support of individuals, businesses, and foundations in Talbot County. To learn more about Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers, enroll you child in a program, or make a donation, visit www.cacckids.org or call 410.822.8061.

Home for the Holidays Raises $10,000 for Talbot Interfaith Shelter

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During the first three weekends in December, the community got into the holiday spirit at the Hummingbird Inn in Easton for the 2nd annual Home for the Holidays winter festival.  This year’s event raised nearly $10,000 to benefit Talbot Interfaith Shelter’s S4 Program (Shelter, Stability, Support, Success), which guides local families and individuals from homelessness to self-sufficiency.

Attendees were mesmerized by the magical lighting display on the grounds of the Hummingbird Inn, designed and installed in partnership with On Your Mark Lighting and Design.  They enjoyed live musical performances each night from local musicians: The Allegra Women’s Choir, DJ Charles Thomas, The Julie Mack Jazz Duo, Tom Gerni and Natural Law, Ellie Rose and Makayla Faulkner, Edgemere, Easton Elementary Chorus, The Praisefest Chorale, Emma Bailey, and Jayme D.  Santa was “in the house” every evening, thanks to Ken Gresch and Greg Wilson, and Santa’s helper elf Caitlin Lankford joined him during the final weekend.

A plethora of sweet treats were provided by Eat Sprout, Blue Heron Catering, Kate’s Cookies, Lori Cuthbert, and Talbot Interfaith Shelter’s (TIS) own Director of Operations, Fran Doran.  Kids had lots of fun at the craft table, making their own ornaments to take home.  On Sunday, December 12th and December 19th, Tanglao Carriage Tours provided carriage rides through town, sponsored by Easton Economic Development Corp.

Shelter supporters sponsored the Walk of Lights, a luminary path stretching from the Hummingbird Inn on Aurora Street down Dover and Goldsborough Streets and leading into downtown Easton.  Some 400 luminaries lit the path for the first two weekends, until some unexpected rain damaged most of the displays.

This year, the whole town got in on the fun with the Downtown Easton Decorating Contest, in which nineteen downtown businesses and five homes competed for the community’s votes to determine who had the best holiday decorations.  The business participants were:  Deco Stephy, Storm & Daughters Ice Cream, Prim Salon and Boutique, Marc Randall & Co, Vintage Books, Shearer the Jeweler, A Happy Place, Dwelling & Design, Curlicue, Dragonfly Boutique, EC and Company and Elizabeth Claire Salon, Sailor, Lizzy Dee, Levity of Easton, An Optical Galleria, Trade Whims, La De Da, Justamere Trading Post, and Berrier Ltd.  The residential contestants were 107, 109, 111, and 118 Goldsborough Street and 9 N Aurora Street.  Vintage Books won the business contest, while 111 Goldsborough Street took home the prize for the residential contest.  Each received a $100 Downtown Easton Gift Card and dinner for two at Hunter’s Tavern.

“We are delighted by the results from this year’s event,” says TIS Executive Director Julie Lowe.  “It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces, and gratifying to know that we were able to raise $10,000 to help the families and individuals we serve to move out of homelessness and reclaim their independence.  We are grateful to all of the donors, sponsors, musicians, and of course, our incredible volunteers, without whom we could not have pulled off this marathon event!”

Talbot Interfaith Shelter (TIS) is a homeless shelter and transitional housing program based in Easton, MD and serving the five counties of the Mid-Shore (Talbot, Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne, and Dorchester).  Families and individuals staying with TIS are required to participate in their S4 Program (Shelter, Stability, Support, Success).  S4 guides guests step-by-step from homelessness to self-sufficiency by providing shelter, case management, connection to local service providers, and educational programming.  When guests are ready, they are invited to move into one of TIS’ off-site transitional apartments.  TIS partially subsidizes their rent, and they continue to receive rigorous case management and participate in classes as they work gradually towards taking over their full expenses over the course of approximately two years.

To learn more about Talbot Interfaith Shelter and how you can help, visit talbotinterfaithshelter.org or contact Julie Lowe at julielowe@talbotinterfaithshelter.org or 410-310-2316.

Talbot Humane Plans a Major Expansion

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2021 was a landmark year for Talbot Humane, a nonprofit that has served the midshore since 1932, seeing to the well-being of animals and the needs of the community in a wealth of ways, from offering spay/neuter assistance and carefully considered adoptions to crafting legislation to improve animal welfare and micro-chipping pets. In November, the shelter acquired land and a building next door to the existing premises. The real estate was purchased directly from St. Peter and Paul Church.  

Talk about serendipity! 

“A much-needed updating and expansion of our facility was something we had been considering for a while, but it hadn’t made it past the back burner,” says Patty Crankshaw-Quimby, Talbot Humane’s Executive Director. “We were happily surprised by the opportunity that literally fell into our laps. It was the proverbial ‘offer you can’t refuse.’ Saint Peter and Paul approached us to ask if we had any interest in acquiring the real estate. The answer was a resounding “yes”! (Indeed, the Parish House was the locale of our holiday gift shop.) 

A vastly updated and enlarged shelter will enhance Talbot Humane’s efforts on behalf of the animals in our care and beyond.  We will be able to offer services to members of our community—and perhaps even beyond Talbot County {“Animals in need know nothing of geographic boundaries,” Patty says).     

With the land and building now in our possession, we have entered the planning phase of what will be a years-long effort. Early wish-list brainstorming has already begun.  

“A facility with plenty of natural light is key,” says Patty, knowing that this cuts down on the animals’ stress level. Animals flourish when they get a sense of daylight. “Their comfort will be considered at every turn.” She explains that enclosures will no longer be “cages” and chain link. Well-maintained green spaces will punctuate the campus, offering great play spaces for the animals. Medical facilities will be expanded. Also benefitting from the up-to-date shelter will be staffers, volunteers, and the public. Colorful, inviting areas for potential adopters to spend time with the animals will be paramount. Plans will be drawn up with an eye toward maximum efficiency, sustainability, and use of technology.  

“2022 marks Talbot Humane’s 90th anniversary,” says Board President Bridget Horner. “We are thrilled to be entering this banner new year with such a groundbreaking project.”

Easton Elementary School and Academy Art Museum Celebrate Collaboration

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A special partnership between Academy Art Museum and Easton Elementary School culminated in the “Puzzle Reveal,” which took place during the school’s annual “Grandfriends Evening” in November. The event celebrated nearly a  year of planning and collaborating.

In January of 2021, Lauren Harton, President of The Easton Elementary School PTO, approached Constance Del Nero, Director of Children’s Education & Community Programs at the Academy Art Museum, about coming up with a project that would involve all students, including those learning from home.

L-R: Constance Del Nero (AAM’s Director of Children’s Education & Community Programs), Lauren Harton (President of The Easton Elementary School PTO), Lisa Devaric, Ed.D. (Principal)

“Thinking of our community as a lovely mosaic of children and families, I immediately thought of making giant puzzles,” Ms. Del Nero explained. “All 1100 students would be given a puzzle piece on which to draw or design a meaningful feeling or thought. After touring the new gorgeous new school building, which features a decorative hexagon motif, I thought a series of hexagons would work well.  We also added a few pawprint-shaped puzzles, as a pawprint is part of the school logo.”

The Museum commissioned 18 four-foot puzzles from an artisan through Etsy. Once the puzzles arrived, they needed to be primed and painted. Ms. Harton then found several families willing to help with the project. Art teachers Katie Frase, Anna Madachik and Jeremy Joseph worked with students on their designs.  Local carpenter Adam Theeke made wooden bases and mounted the puzzles. The finished puzzles then needed to be varnished, and Ms. Harton again found families to help. Finally, school personnel hung the puzzles in the hallways and the cafeteria, where they brighten the mood and provide endless opportunities to discover details.

Art teachers Katie Frase, Jeremy Joseph, and Anna Madachik.

When Easton Elementary School recognized Academy Art Museum as their Community Partner of the Year for 2021, Dr. Lisa Devaric expressed her appreciation to Ms. Del Nero and the museum for their commitment to children.  “Ms. Del Nero has been a friend to Easton Elementary for many years. She has partnered with our Kindergarten classes to create masterful pieces of art. When the pandemic hit, Ms. Del Nero and the Academy Art Museum didn’t miss a beat, providing a box of art supplies to each child. Ms. Del Nero and her colleagues showed up each Friday faithfully. The puzzle project symbolizes two schools coming together as one and a community coming back together during and after a pandemic, and will beautify Easton Elementary School for many years to come. Thank you, Constance Del Nero and the Academy Art Museum for being our dedicated partner in educating the whole child.”

“The PTO is so proud of the beautiful puzzles that our whole community created together,” adds Ms. Harton.  “I cannot thank Constance from the Academy Art museum enough for her time, resources and vision. The project was a success because of the amazing relationships between the PTO, EES staff and our community. I hope all of the EES families get to find their child’s piece of the puzzle and feel connected to each other.”

St. Michaels Middle High Receives Stem Grant

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St. Michaels Middle High School (SMMHS) has received a grant in the amount of $4,000 from AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter to purchase two 3-D printers for the school’s Biomedical Science Program.  Mrs. Lauren Greer, SMMHS Science Teacher and Talbot County Teacher of the Year, along with students from the school’s chapter of the Biomedical Engineering Society,  submitted a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Kickstarter grant proposal to the organization.

“During our meetings last year with different graduate and medical students, my students in the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) identified the importance of coding, software, and 3-D printer capabilities,” Mrs. Greer explained. “Our goal was to apply for a few grants to see if we could start to gain that experience.  JT Lizewski, President of BMES, was the primary writer of the grant.”

L-R: Mr. David Fries, AFCEA; Macy Motovidlak, JT Lizewski, Mrs. Theresa Vener, Principal, Mackenzie Fox, and Mrs. Lauren Greer, Science Teacher

David Fries, Vice President of Scientific Education, presented the check at the school last month.  The AFCEA Central Maryland supports the education of future leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) through direct scholarships, endowments, and grants.AFCEA also offers volunteer resources to speak at career days, judge STEM science fairs, and work with STEM clubs. In addition, the Chapter holds an annual awards night in celebration of the achievements of their Scientific Education outreach programs.

“After reviewing your school’s proposal, we have chosen to provide $4,000 as Kickstarter funding for your STEM programs. STEM Kickstarter submissions were received from 24 schools this year representing K-12 STEM initiatives in Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, Queen Anne’s, Talbot, and northern Prince George’s Counties,” T.J. Greenier, AFCEA STEM Kickstarter Lead said in the award letter.  “The number of applicants made the selection process extremely challenging. The Chapter is excited to be able to provide your school with this grant.”

TCFL and Talbot Family Network Join Forces for New Book Club

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Talbot County Free Library and Talbot Family Network announced a partnership for the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Book Club starting in January.

This new book club was designed for those who seek to engage in conversations that focus on Diversity, Equity, and Social Issues. The first meeting will take place on Thursday, January 13, 2022 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. via Zoom. All book club meetings will take place on the second Thursday of every month from January through May. Interested readers are encouraged to register for the first meeting at www.tcfl.org.

“The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Book Club was something that the library as well as Talbot Family Network wanted to do for almost a year now,” said Talbot County Free Library Communications Manager Christina Acosta. “This was an opportunity for the community to come together and discuss inclusion and diversity from different viewpoints and different locations. It was important for us to cover the history, present, and future.”

Community members are welcome to attend any of the sessions and will not be required to register for the whole series. For Talbot Family Network Executive Director Nancy Andrew, this book club will highlight the challenging topics to work through, with “constructive conversation.”

“Equity and diversity can be challenging topics on their own. Personal stories and reading can provide a means through which to have a constructive conversation. Hopefully, with practice, it becomes more comfortable to talk with others in our community about these issues,” said Andrew. “My hope is to learn more about the lived experience of others.”

The list of dates and books includes “House on Mango Street,” by Sandra Cisneros on January 13, 2022; “We Are Not Like Them,” by Christine Pride on February 10, 2022; “When They Call You A Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir,” by Patrisse Kahn-Cullors and Asha Bandele on March 10, 2022; “Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor,” by Layla F. Saad on April 14, 2022; and “A Place for Us,” by Fatima Farheen Mirza on May 12, 2022.

Selecting the titles for this book was a collaborative process that included the Talbot County Free Library Staff, Talbot Family Network, and Mid Shore Scholars College Success Manager Allyson DeMaagd, who holds a PhD in literature. They aimed to include stories with writers and characters from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

“The books we’ve chosen for this round of readings feature writers and characters who are Latinx, queer, African American, and/or Muslim, as well as people who experience mental health issues,” said DeMaagd.

DeMaagd, who most recently taught at Ball State University, continued by stating that as a teacher, she felt it was her responsibility to center the voices of marginalized writers.

“In my literature classes, my students and I discussed how privilege, implicit bias, systematic racism, homophobia, sexism, ableism help uphold the status quo. We also discussed how writers reify, question, and challenge these oppressive forces and how that can lead to real cultural change,” said DeMaagd. “I bring these same goals and spirit of collaboration to my facilitation of the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Book Club in Talbot County. I look forward to sharing and learning with the community.”

For more information, visit www.tcfl.org or call (410) 822-1626.

About Talbot County Free Library

It is the mission of the Talbot County Free Library to enrich and renew the lives of the people it serves. There are two locations: The main library in Easton is located at 100 W. Dover St.; and the St. Michael branch is at 106 Fremont St. The Maryland Room in the Easton branch holds a voluminous collection of genealogical resources and historical documents. Services at both locations include the circulation of books, DVDs, and digital devices, as well as free Wi-Fi, public computers, exhibits, and programs for both children and adults. For more information, please visit www.tcfl.org. Be sure to like the library on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @Talbotcountyfreelibrary.