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Maryland Public Television and the Maryland Genealogical Society offer another beginner-to-intermediate genealogy workshop series, coming this spring. Finding Your Roots Online will consist of four (4) two-hour sessions focused on the online resources individuals can search to find more information about their ancestors. Each session will feature a combination of lecture, small and large group discussion, question and answer time, and a homework assignment relating to your family search. Handouts will be provided for each session. The webinars will be recorded and registrants can view the sessions later; however, because this workshop is interactive, we encourage all registrants to attend the live virtual sessions whenever possible. This series is perfect for anyone looking to better understand the vast offerings of online family research. Your family does not need Maryland ties to benefit from this course; however, the instructor will use some Maryland examples. Those who attend will receive a one-year MPT Passport membership or membership extension, and a one-year membership to the Maryland Genealogical Society (MGS) — not applicable to current MGS members. Part II – FamilySearch Free Records Wednesday, May 1 at 7:00 PM Digging Deeper Into FamilySearch’s Free Records FamilySearch offers free online access to over 2 billion genealogical records. Learn […]

Delve into understanding the nature of trauma, explore what it means to be 'trauma-informed,' and learn practical approaches for fostering trauma-informed relationships with youth. This session will provide comprehensive answers to key questions, shedding light on the roles and responsibilities of programs and mentors. Embracing a trauma-informed approach guarantees enhanced security and emotional well-being for the young participants. REGISTER HERE

Curious to learn more about how communities in Maryland are prepping for flooding? Want to have your flood questions answered? Register for the two Flood Awareness Month events hosted by Maryland’s state agencies! Join the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, the Maryland Insurance Administration, the Maryland Department of Environment, and others for a virtual event as they answer your flood questions.

Curious to learn more about how communities in Maryland are prepping for flooding? Want to have your flood questions answered? Register for the two Flood Awareness Month events hosted by Maryland’s state agencies! Join the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Maryland Department of Emergency Management, and other agencies for a virtual event showcasing flood preparedness and opportunities throughout the state.

Maryland Public Television and the Maryland Genealogical Society offer another beginner-to-intermediate genealogy workshop series, coming this spring. Finding Your Roots Online will consist of four (4) two-hour sessions focused on the online resources individuals can search to find more information about their ancestors. Each session will feature a combination of lecture, small and large group discussion, question and answer time, and a homework assignment relating to your family search. Handouts will be provided for each session. The webinars will be recorded and registrants can view the sessions later; however, because this workshop is interactive, we encourage all registrants to attend the live virtual sessions whenever possible. This series is perfect for anyone looking to better understand the vast offerings of online family research. Your family does not need Maryland ties to benefit from this course; however, the instructor will use some Maryland examples. Those who attend will receive a one-year MPT Passport membership or membership extension, and a one-year membership to the Maryland Genealogical Society (MGS) -- not applicable to current MGS members. Part I – Ancestry’s Collections Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 PM Doing a Deep Dive Into Ancestry’s Collections Ancestry is the go-to site for many family history researchers, but accessing […]

Free call-in number: 855-962-0996 Join a panel of UPMC experts to learn the fundamentals of living with Parkinson's disease, one of the most common neurological disorders. This Tele-Town Hall will go over treatment options and provide practical advice on how to manage the disease in the long term, emphasizing lifestyle adjustments that will provide a better quality of life and help alleviate the burden for patients and their loved ones. Our featured experts include: Stuart Olinsky, MD, Neurology Melody Henderson, OTR/L (Occupational Therapist, Registered, Licensed) Carmen Bauer, CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology) How to participate: Dial in for free: 855-962-0996.

Join an hour-long conversation with a special panel discussing research processes to solve family mysteries - specifically challenges related to trying to identify unknown parentage. The discussion will touch upon issues related to research considerations and utilizing DNA testing empathetically and effectively. The event will be pre-recorded and attendees will have the opportunity to connect with other genealogy enthusiasts in the live chat. Moderator Taneya Y. Koonce | Executive Board Member, Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society Taneya Koonce is an enthusiastic genealogist with a long-standing passion for exploring family history and more than 20 years of professional expertise in information science, research, and information organization. Taneya volunteers extensively in the genealogy community, with current leadership roles in the Afro-American Historical & Genealogical Society and the USGenWeb Project. Through her Facebook community for family history enthusiasts, the Academy of Legacy Leaders™, she fosters education, inspiration, and camaraderie for family history activities. Taneya also aids genealogy researchers with strategies to organize their family history materials, via her online Facebook group, Organize Your Digital Memories. Panelists Lisa Fanning | Board Member, National Genealogical Society Lisa Fanning is a lifelong genealogist who has spent the past 28 years uncovering her family's rich American history […]

With an extra day to take extra care of your heart, join Cassandra Fisher, CRNP, a nurse practitioner with the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, as she outlines easy steps you can take to live a healthier lifestyle. Improving and maintaining cardiovascular health can decrease your risk for heart disease, stroke, cancer, dementia, and other major health problems. Cassie sees patients at UPMC Blair Medical Associates Cardiology's Everett office location. Join our free virtual program from the comfort of your home. Using a “Q&A” feature, you can even submit questions privately at any time during the presentation. Register for the virtual event! Once registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with access to view the live presentation on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. February is American Heart Month and a series of heart health webinars will be offered over the next month. Visit http://UPMC.com/Heart to view a full list.

Genevieve Everett-Sigwalt, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist with the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Altoona, will talk about the role of pacemakers and defibrillators in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. Dr. Everett will also discuss the facts and myths of living with an implantable cardiac device and how these devices impact the lives of patients. Dr. Everett sees patients at UPMC Blair Medical Associates Cardiology in Altoona. Join our free virtual program from the comfort of your home. Using a “Q&A” feature, you can even submit questions privately at any time during the presentation. Register for the virtual event! Once registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with access to view the live presentation on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. February is American Heart Month and a series of heart health webinars will be offered over the next month. Visit http://UPMC.com/Heart to view a full list.

UPMC Altoona vascular surgeon Nicholas Madden, DO, will talk about aortic aneurysms, a potentially serious cardiovascular condition where early detection is crucial for early intervention. Dr. Madden will shed light on the causes, risk factors, and symptoms and discuss the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Madden sees patients at offices in Altoona and Everett. Join the free virtual program from the comfort of your home. Using a “Q&A” feature, you can even submit questions privately at any time during the presentation. Register for the event! Once registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with access to view the live presentation on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. February is American Heart Month and a series of heart health webinars will be offered over the next month. Visit http://UPMC.com/Heart to view a full list.

Kristi Montrella, DNP, CRNP, director of the Structural Heart Program at UPMC Altoona, will talk about conditions that affect the aortic valve, including aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation. She will discuss symptoms of the disease and treatment options, with a focus on transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), a minimally invasive procedure that offers an alternative to open-heart surgery for eligible patients with aortic stenosis. Kristi sees patients at the valve clinic at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Altoona. Join the free virtual program from the comfort of your home. Using a “Q&A” feature, you can even submit questions privately at any time during the presentation. Register for the event! Once registered, you will be sent a confirmation email with access to view the live presentation on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. February is American Heart Month and a series of heart health webinars will be offered over the next month. Visit UPMC.com/Heart to view a full list.

The Garrett County Board of Education will meet in Executive Session on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, for the sole purpose of discussing the Interim Superintendent's mid-year evaluation. The Executive Session will be held virtually and will begin at 5:00 PM. The meeting is closed to the public.

Free call-in number: 855-962-0996 In the movies, a heart attack looks like an older man clutching his chest and collapsing – but in real life, it may more closely resemble heartburn, dizziness, or pain in the shoulder, jaw, or elsewhere. And heart attacks don’t happen only to middle-aged men. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. In this Tele-Town Hall, Saul Silver, MD, will discuss how to recognize a heart attack and how to react in an emergency. He will explain how heart disease develops, how to improve cardiovascular health, and how the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute can help. More about Dr. Silver: https://go.upmc.com/1814k-RWZ

Free call-in number: 855-962-0996 Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. Doctors diagnose about 228,000 people, mostly over 65, with new lung cancers each year. Liza Villaruz, MD, is a medical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center specializing in lung cancer and thoracic malignancies. She will explain the basics of lung cancer and how UPMC diagnoses and treats lung cancer patients using state-of-the-art techniques. How to participate: Dial 855-962-0996 For more information: hillman.upmc.com/cancer-care/lung

Free call-in number: 855-962-0996 Developing a relationship with a primary care provider, or PCP is essential to maintaining good health. UPMC PCPs focus on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a broad range of health challenges so our patients can live their best lives. This Tele-Town Hall will feature David McAdams, MD, who specializes in internal medicine. He will talk about how to choose a PCP, why routine care is so important, and how PCPs help manage chronic conditions and work with UPMC specialists. How to participate: Dial in for free: 855-962-0996.

UPMC Altoona bariatric surgeon Scot Currie, DO, will talk about the dangers of obesity and discuss surgical weight loss options available locally. Join this free virtual event to discover if you could be a candidate and to review surgery benefits and risks. We'll walk through the bariatric journey from preoperative visits through living as a healthier you for the rest of your life. REGISTER NOW

PD Parlor is brought to you by Priya Cardone, DO, one of UPMC Department of Neurology’s experienced movement disorders specialists. This virtual event series, intended for patients and caregivers, spotlights a different topic in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) care and treatment each month, with the opportunity to ask your questions about PD. REGISTER HERE

Join the University of Maryland Extension and the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation for the 1st virtual Brunch & Learn of 2024 - How the Water Budget Model Works. The Water Budget Model has been a multi-year project led by the Deep Creek Watershed Foundation and our partners that is nearing completion. This model will provide improved predictability of the amount of water in DCL to include calculated groundwater recharge from the watershed to satisfy stakeholders' requirements through improved management. This Institution is an equal opportunity provider. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any event or activity, please contact the University of Maryland Extension at 301-334-6960 before January 1, 2024.