On Tuesday Dec 20, Dan Rodricks hosted Goucher College history professor Jean H. Baker talking about her new book Margaret Sanger: A Life of Passion.
The work of Margaret Sanger, birth control activist and founder of Planned Parenthood, has been a frequent target of conservatives. Lately, some progressives have shied away from her, citing socialist leanings and a purported belief in eugenics as a blight on her accomplishments. Listen to or download the interview at http://www.wypr.org/stationprogram/midday-dan-rodricks
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Monday, October 31, 2011
Bon Voyage, good friend.
Marjie is off to New Zealand!
We extend heartfelt good wishes to Marjie and Michael Slater-Kaplan, who are moving to Hamilton, New Zealand on October 30th. This will mean terrific new opportunities and adventures for both. Marjie has been our esteemed League president, State League Action Chair, LWVUS Lobby Corps member, and host for our Open World visitors. She has been our technology guru, mentor, and friend, and her emigration will leave a hole in our organization. Our loss is the Kiwis’ gain, and we wish her and Michael well.
We extend heartfelt good wishes to Marjie and Michael Slater-Kaplan, who are moving to Hamilton, New Zealand on October 30th. This will mean terrific new opportunities and adventures for both. Marjie has been our esteemed League president, State League Action Chair, LWVUS Lobby Corps member, and host for our Open World visitors. She has been our technology guru, mentor, and friend, and her emigration will leave a hole in our organization. Our loss is the Kiwis’ gain, and we wish her and Michael well.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Alberta Eidman
Honoring Baltimore County League Leader Alberta Eidman
By Betsy Sexton, Co-President, Baltimore County LWV
Congratulations to Alberta Eidman on her 90th birthday on October 29th!
Alberta was Baltimore County League President from 1991-1993 and Treasurer from 2000-2002. She initiated our very successful Focus on Contemporary Issues lecture series that ran from 2000-2007. Alberta was the first Baltimore County League online projects director/webmaster and co-founder of the Maryland League’s website. She saw the League’s Web presence at the local, state and national levels as a way to encourage our members and the public to become more informed and more active in the democratic process. She promoted online ListServes (online discussion groups) by which members can "learn, discuss, exchange information, and become grassroots activists."
We thank Alberta for her visionary leadership and boundless energy for the greater good.
By Betsy Sexton, Co-President, Baltimore County LWV
Congratulations to Alberta Eidman on her 90th birthday on October 29th!
Alberta was Baltimore County League President from 1991-1993 and Treasurer from 2000-2002. She initiated our very successful Focus on Contemporary Issues lecture series that ran from 2000-2007. Alberta was the first Baltimore County League online projects director/webmaster and co-founder of the Maryland League’s website. She saw the League’s Web presence at the local, state and national levels as a way to encourage our members and the public to become more informed and more active in the democratic process. She promoted online ListServes (online discussion groups) by which members can "learn, discuss, exchange information, and become grassroots activists."
We thank Alberta for her visionary leadership and boundless energy for the greater good.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Neighbor to Neighbor and our League
Congratulations to one of our members, Kate McAllister, who appeared in a Patch article about the Neighbor to Neighbor program in the Cockeysville -Timonium communities. The League was also mentioned in conjunction with the Wednesday Homelessness workshop. Read more at http://timonium.patch.com/articles/neighbor-to-neighbor-enters-second-year-of-pilot-program
Friday, September 23, 2011
October Events- Help Wanted
Our League is co-hosting two major events in October, 2011.
We are working with the Baltimore City League to promote the LWV at the Senior Expo, October 5-6 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds. Volunteers are needed to distribute literature, converse with visitors, and share the Online Voters Guide. Please contact the League office if you can assist.
On Wednesday, October 12, from 6-8:30 p.m. at Epiphany Episcopal Church, 2216 Pot Spring Road, we cohost an experiential workshop on Homelessness. Sue Bull, Homeless Services Coordinator from Baltimore County Office of Planning, will teach about issues that affect both the homeless and working poor. Volunteers are needed to help set up the room for the event and provide light refreshments. Please contact Kate McAllister, Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program Coordinator at 410-252-4465 x 106 if you can help.
A flyer is available at http://baltimore.lwvmd.org/Events/homelessnessflyer.pdf
We are working with the Baltimore City League to promote the LWV at the Senior Expo, October 5-6 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds. Volunteers are needed to distribute literature, converse with visitors, and share the Online Voters Guide. Please contact the League office if you can assist.
On Wednesday, October 12, from 6-8:30 p.m. at Epiphany Episcopal Church, 2216 Pot Spring Road, we cohost an experiential workshop on Homelessness. Sue Bull, Homeless Services Coordinator from Baltimore County Office of Planning, will teach about issues that affect both the homeless and working poor. Volunteers are needed to help set up the room for the event and provide light refreshments. Please contact Kate McAllister, Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program Coordinator at 410-252-4465 x 106 if you can help.
A flyer is available at http://baltimore.lwvmd.org/Events/homelessnessflyer.pdf
Friday, August 19, 2011
Celebration of Daisy Alverda "Bert" Booth
Daisy Alverda "Bert" Booth, who was not only known for her advocacy of civil rights and community activism, but was a former president of our Baltimore County League died July 2. On Wednesday, August 24th, there will be a gathering in celebration of Bert's life in the social hall of the Catonsville United Methodist Church, 4 Melvin Avenue, at 7 p.m. More information about Bert's life can be found at http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/obituaries/bs-md-ob-daisy-booth-20110708,0,6038552.story
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Local Leaguers attend National Training Program
Baltimore County League of Women Voters leaguers, Nancy Horst, Kate McAllister and Sharalyn Luciani were recently selected to participate in a leadership development training conducted by the LWVUS.
The leadership program, which sponsors these trainings, was established by the LWVUS to help enrich the democracy-building efforts of our more than 90-year-old grassroots organization.The program will be implemented by the local leagues in all 50 states with the support of a volunteer national coaching team and a cadre of state coaches.
During the tw0-day training held on July 23-24 in Chantilly, VA, the participants attended "best practices" workshops conducted by national trainers from Washington DC and Maryland. Training included techniques for empowering citizens to have a voice in their communities, for heightening League visibility and for developing the skills of rising League leaders.
Our new membership team has already begun action by organizing a September event for understanding Homelessness. Watch for more information on this interactive workshop coming soon.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Our League (and Judy Miller)in the news!
The last of 3 public meetings concerning the selection of Board of Education members will be held Monday, July 25 at the Towson library from 6:20-8 p.m.
At one recent hearing, Judy Miller presented the conclusions of the committee's investigation of an elected or appointed Board of Education. She was also interviewed by several reporters representing local newspapers. One full article can be read at
http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/baltimorecounty/news/education/ph-tt-board-selection-0713-20110708,0,7901608.story Another article appeared in the Towson Patch,http://towson.patch.com/articles/residents-ask-for-changes-to-school-board
The full league position is posted on our website, http://www.baltimore.lwvmd.org/ We recommend a hybrid Board, composed of both elected and appointed members.
At one recent hearing, Judy Miller presented the conclusions of the committee's investigation of an elected or appointed Board of Education. She was also interviewed by several reporters representing local newspapers. One full article can be read at
http://www.baltimoresun.com/explore/baltimorecounty/news/education/ph-tt-board-selection-0713-20110708,0,7901608.story Another article appeared in the Towson Patch,http://towson.patch.com/articles/residents-ask-for-changes-to-school-board
The full league position is posted on our website, http://www.baltimore.lwvmd.org/ We recommend a hybrid Board, composed of both elected and appointed members.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Happy New Year! 2011-2012
Over the weekend our new Board met and created a vibrant plan for the coming 2011-2012 year. Events are listed at our website www.baltimore.lwvmd.org.
Some new initiatives are being undertaken. Later this month, in alliance with other Maryland chapters, several of our members will begin training on how to recruit and maintain membership. In September we will hold a new member orientation. The meeting will review basic League organization, purposes, and action plans. Plan to attend and bring a friend.
Other plans this year call for forums, panel discussions, election news, election polling places surveys as well as other activites that all call for dedicated volunteers. We need assistance making phone calls, visiting governmental meetings, interviewing elected officials, and more. Consider what else you can do to help make Democracy work. Call the League office today! 410-377-8046
Some new initiatives are being undertaken. Later this month, in alliance with other Maryland chapters, several of our members will begin training on how to recruit and maintain membership. In September we will hold a new member orientation. The meeting will review basic League organization, purposes, and action plans. Plan to attend and bring a friend.
Other plans this year call for forums, panel discussions, election news, election polling places surveys as well as other activites that all call for dedicated volunteers. We need assistance making phone calls, visiting governmental meetings, interviewing elected officials, and more. Consider what else you can do to help make Democracy work. Call the League office today! 410-377-8046
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