Wicomico County

Women across the region coming together to EDUCATE, ENGAGE, EMPOWER.

February 15, 2024 will mark our 23rd Annual MidAtlantic Women In Agriculture Regional Conference. The conference's goals are to provide women involved in agriculture an opportunity to come together to learn about current issues and topics so they can make informed decisions concerning their agribusinesses and family lives. For more information about MidAtlantic Women in Agriculture go to https://extension.umd.edu/programs/agriculture-food-systems/program-areas/farm-and-agribusiness-management/women-agriculture. 

To register for the event, please visit https://2024womeninagconf.eventbrite.com. 
Sponsor opportunities are available at https://2024wiasponsor.eventbrite.com.

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact University of Maryland Extension - Talbot County at 410-822-1244 by February 1, 2024.

Wicomico Distribution Event at the Wicomico Partnerships for Families and Children Office

Free HP Chromebooks are available now!

You automatically qualify if your household receives any of the following assistance.

-> SNAP / FOOD STAMPS
-> MEDICAID
-> WIC
-> SUPPLEMENT SECURITY INCOME (SSI)
-> FEDERAL PUBLIC HOUSING ASSISTANCE (FPHA)
-> VETERANS PENSION AND SURVIVOR BENEFIT
-> A PELL GRANT IN THE CURRENT YEAR AT OR BELOW THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL

What to Bring?

1.) Most recent Eligibility / Award Letter from an assistance program above.
2.) Current Photo ID showing physical Wicomico County residency (PO boxes are not eligible)

What to expect?

1.) Onsite Training from UMD Extension.
2.) Internet Service Assistance Info
3.) Get your free Chromebook! (one Chromebook per household)

MD and DE continuing education credits in nutrient management, private and commercial pesticide applicator, and CCA. Free event! Light breakfast and hot lunch included.

Wicomico Distribution Event at the Wicomico Partnerships for Families and Children Office

Free HP Chromebooks are available now!

You automatically qualify if your household receives any of the following assistance.

-> SNAP / FOOD STAMPS
-> MEDICAID 
-> WIC
-> SUPPLEMENT SECURITY INCOME (SSI)
-> FEDERAL PUBLIC HOUSING ASSISTANCE (FPHA)
-> VETERANS PENSION AND SURVIVOR BENEFIT
-> A PELL GRANT IN THE CURRENT YEAR AT OR BELOW THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL

What to Bring?

1.) Most recent Eligibility / Award Letter from an assistance program above. 
2.) Current Photo ID showing physical Wicomico County residency (PO boxes are not eligible)

What to expect?

1.) Onsite Training from UMD Extension.
2.) Internet Service Assistance Info 
3.) Get your free Chromebook! (one Chromebook per household)
 

Text, Talk, Train

Text, Talk, Train Sessions with Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT)

Join Marylanders Online and Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) for the interactive Talk, Text, Train (TTT) virtual training series, where Marylanders can connect, learn, and enhance their digital literacy. This training series is designed to bring people together and foster meaningful conversations and skill building around accessible technology.

Agenda of Sessions

Tuesday, October 17th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Craig Addison, Npower, Tam Watkin, Comcast

Thursday, October 19th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : FCC- ACP, TBD, NFB & Marguerite Woods

Tuesday, October 24th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Thursday, October 26th , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Blindshell, Diane Ducharme

Tuesday, October 31st, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 2nd , 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, November 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 9th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Pixel 6a, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Thursday, November 16th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Smart Vision 3, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, November 28th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Thursday, November 30th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Mini Vision 2 & Raz Memory, Robert Felgar

Tuesday, December 5th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Thursday, December 7th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Real Sam, Carmen Ochoa

Tuesday, December 12th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Thursday, December 14th, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. : Iphone, Kenny Washington

Tuesday, December 19th, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Hable, Freek van Welsenis

Thursday, December 21st, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. : Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services presentation, “Independent Contractor Opportunities”

For more information about Maryland Accessible Communications, visit https://doit.maryland.gov/mdrelay/Pages/Equipment.aspx

For more information about Marylanders Online, visit https://marylandersonline.umd.edu/

Equal Opportunity Disclaimer:

University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legal protected class. For a reasonable accommodation to participate in these trainings, please contact Marylanders Online at marylandersonline@umd.edu at least two weeks prior to the event.