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Past Calendar Months

Calendar 2010

Jan ’10 | Feb ’10| Mar ’10 | Apr ’10 | May ’10 | June ’10
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January 2010
Events
1/5/10

 
Jersey Boys – ASL Interpreted Performance
8:00pm
The Fisher Theatre
Detroit, MI

For more information:
http://www.JerseyBoysInfo.com
http://www.terptheatre.com
1/15/10

CANCELLED

  

DODHH Rules and Regulations Committee Meeting for PA 204, The Deaf Persons’ Interpreter Act

CANCELLED
9:00am to 3:00pm
Location – Victor Center
3rd floor - Conference rooms A&B
201 N. Washington Square, Suite 150
Lansing, MI 48933

For more information:
Please click here for workshop flyer

Joy Thomassen, NAD IV, CI/CT
Michigan State Interpreter Coordinator
877-499-6232 V, DODHH.NET VP or (866) 939-3853 VP
http://www.mcdc-dodhh.org
1/16/10
   Madonna University
Educational Interpreters Workshop Series
Hosted by Madonna University, this special series is designed to improve classroom interpreting skills, while preparing participants for the EIPA assessment.

A Video Conference Workshop Series Taught By Frances J. Beaurivage of the EIPA Diagnostic Center

9am - 1pm
Madonna University
Room 1316, Main Academic Building
36600 Schoolcraft Rd
Livonia, MI

For more information:
*** Please click here to view the flyer for all details!! ***
1/16/10


"The ABC’s of Personality: Integrating Myers Briggs and Interpreting" Workshop
Presented by: Rebecca Buchan

9am - 4:30pm
Goshen College
AD Building, Room 28
Goshen, IN

Cost:
$65 RID or affliate members; $25 ITP/IPP Students; $85 non-members

More more information and registration:
Click here for Interpreters' Workshop flyer
1/16/10 LCC Spring 2010 STAR SEARCH - Auditions

10:00am
Lansing Community College
LCC's Main Campus A&S 165
Lansing, MI

You MUST attend one audition to be considered for performance in the show. If you want to perform, you'll be required to travel to LCC a maximum of 3 times: 1 audition date, mandatory 1 dress rehearsal, and the performance night itself. Please email (see below) with any questions!

LCC Spring 2010 STAR SEARCH is also calling all volunteers! We have a lot of work to do to get this show running, and we need you! Please email with questions or your interest


For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

Lindsey Williams
LCCStarSearch@gmail.com
1/16/10

Interpreter Workshop - Classifiers II: A continuation of Using Classifiers for First Time and Repeat Test Takers

11:00am - 3:00pm
This video conference will be a continuation of last year’s workshop on classifiers. This year will focus on using classifiers in more advanced settings. Emphasis will be on the use of classifiers in secondary level classes within a variety of subject areas, with an emphasis on the sciences. See MDE-LIO website for locations/registration forms. http://www.cenmi.org/mde-lio

For more information:
Click here for Midland, MI location flyer
Click here for Ithaca, MI location flyer
Click here for Hancock, MI (UP) location flyer
Click here for Flint, MI location flyer
Click here for Lansing, MI location flyer

http://www.cenmi.org/mde-lio
1/16/10

 
ASL Film: "Gerald"

6:00pm
Madonna University
Kresge Auditorium
36600 Schoolcraft Rd
Livonia, MI

Admission: General $11.00 - Net proceeds benefit "The Deaf Arts Festival"

For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

James Allen
jpallen@wowway.com
http://www.geraldmovie.com
1/21-23/10 “Frog and Toad” – Shadow Interpreted Performance

Wild Swan Theater
Towsley Auditorium - Ypsilanti, MI

Ticket info call (734) 995-0530 V/TTY
http://www.wildswantheater.org
http://terptheatre.com
1/22/10
   
"Universal Signs" ASL Movie
Presented by: D-PAN

7:30pm
1581 E. Nine Mile Rd
Ferndale, MI 48220

Cost: $8 advance ticket; $10 at door

For more information:
Click here to view flyer

Jojo Showzgird
joskowz@gmail.com
http://www.dpan.com
1/24/10

  
Deaf C.A.N.! Charity Bowl-A-Thon
sponsored by Deaf C.A.N.! for D/HH Youth Program

1pm to 5pm
Airway Lanes, Waterford, MI

Cost: $27 donation includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental & pizza

For more information:
Click here to view flyer

deafcan@deafcan.org
http://deafcan.org
1/25/10 Michigan Coalition for Deaf and Hard of Hearing People Meeting
All invited to improve and support services to Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in Michigan.

9:45 AM - 3:00 PM
Farmington Community Library
32737 W 12 Mile Rd
Farmington Hills, MI
(248) 553-0300
www.farmlib.org

For January 2010 tentative meeting agenda click here.

For Membership Renewal Info Sheet click here.

For more information about the Coalition click here.
1/28/10

"Party In The USA" Concert
Presented by East Hills Sign Choir

7:00pm
East Hills Middle School
2800 Kensington Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI

For more information:
signchoir@yahoo.com
1/30/10


Interpreter Workshop: “Being Ethically Fit!”

9:00am to 1:00pm
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
4328 Kalamazoo SE
Grand Rapids, MI

For more information:
Click here for the flyer

616-732-7358 V
info@deafhhs.org
1/31/10
   
Planning for the Future! Presentation
Sponsored by Our Savior Lutheran Church of the Deaf

This event will include lunch and feature three presenters:
1) Financial planning by Kate Declerk from Thrivent Financial
2) Estate planning by David Mammel from Chapmen Associates Law Firm
3) Funeral planning by Pastors Engel & Dunseth


12:00 noon
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer
1800 W. Maple Rd.
Birmingham, MI 48009

For more information:
Pastor Tom Dunseth
616-634-1100
tdunseth@tmail.com

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February 2010
Events
2/6/10

Beginning Interpreter/Student Workshops

Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan
Topic: ASL Linguistics

9am-12pm
Sign Language Services of Michigan
22324 Harper Ave
St Clair Shores, MI 48080

Cost: $15/SLS Team Interpreters; $25/Others

For more information:
586-285-1842 TTY
586-771-2042 Fax
810-459-3965 Text
586-778-4188 V/VP
info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
2/6/10 Interpreter Workshop: NIC Prep
With Dr. Rico Peterson, Adjunct faculty of Northwestern University

Topics covered: * Overview of NIC Process * Knowledge Test * Interview Scoring Rubric * Skills Assessment Scoring Rubric *

9:00am to 1:30pm
Lansing Community College
Main Campus Gannon Building
Lansing, MI

Cost: $15 Students; $25 Interpreters/others

For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

517.483.5329
emkoa@lcc.edu
2/6/10

Deaf Expressions Logo
17 week Sign Language Classes
Conducted by Deaf Expressions

Seventeen week ASL class. $250/person plus $40 workbook. If more than 6 register, classes will be held at Home School Building in Wyoming, MI

Registration deadline: 1/16/2010

For more information:
Michele Bornert
DeafExpressions05@gmail.com
(616) 856-9885 (Voice)
www.DeafExpressions.net
2/6/10

24th Annual Valentine’s Dance
Hosted by Grand Rapids Athletic Association of the Deaf

5 pm to 12 am
Sixth Street Hall
649 Sixth St, NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

For more information:
Click here to view event flyer (front)
Click here to view the rear side
2/6/10

2nd Annual Valentine's Day Dance
Hosted by Greater Grand Rapids Association of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing

5 pm to 12 am
Neal E. Fonger
American League Post 179
2327 Wilson SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534

Profit earned will go towards college scholarship funds for Deaf/Hard of Hearing.

For more information:
Click here to view event flyer
Click here to view the hotel info

Maureen Sprunger, Chairperson
VP# 616-328-6171
MoSprunger@comcast.net
2/7/10

   
DAD's Super Bowl Party

10:00am - Doors open
11:00am - Lunch
12:00noon - Poker Games start sharp!
1:00pm - Dingo Games start sharp!
5:00pm - Dinner
7:00pm - Door Prizes

Lot of exciting prizes and drawings!!

VFW Hall Post 6896
28945 Joy Rd., Westland, MI 48185

For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

Ron Rood
VP: 866-548-5674
4095 S. Otter Creek La Salle, MI 48145

Richard Beaver for Poker Entry Fees
30900 Palmer Westland, MI 48186
(734) 744-3289 VP
flytheflag5@yahoo.com
http://www.detroitdeafclub.org/
2/9/10

Deaf Expressions Logo
17 week Sign Language Classes
Conducted by Deaf Expressions

Seventeen week ASL class. $250/person plus $40 workbook. If more than 6 register, classes will be held at Home School Building in Wyoming, MI

Registration deadline: 1/16/2010

For more information:
Michele Bornert
DeafExpressions05@gmail.com
(616) 856-9885 (Voice)
www.DeafExpressions.net
2/9-11/10 “Momma Kembaas Sojourner Truth” – Shadow Interpreted Performance

Wild Swan Theater
Towsley Auditorium - Ypsilanti, MI

Ticket info call (734) 995-0530 V/TTY
http://www.wildswantheater.org
http://terptheatre.com
2/11/10 Free Webinar: Recent Findings: Interpreting Needs in Vocational Rehabilitation Settings

1:00-2:30pm

s For more information:
Please click here to view the announcement for more information
2/12/10


ASL Film: “Forget Me Not”

5:30pm to 8:00pm
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
4328 Kalamazoo SE
Grand Rapids, MI

For more information:
Click here for the flyer

616-732-7358 V
616-828-0186 VP
info@deafhhs.org
2/12/10 LCC Spring 2010 STAR SEARCH - Performance

7:00pm
Lansing Community College
Dart Auditorium on main campus
Lansing, MI

Cost: Tickets are $5 for an individual and $10 for a family of 3 or more.

You MUST attend one audition to be considered for performance in the show. If you want to perform, you'll be required to travel to LCC a maximum of 3 times: 1 audition date, mandatory 1 dress rehearsal, and the performance night itself. Please email (see below) with any questions!

LCC Spring 2010 STAR SEARCH is also calling all volunteers! We have a lot of work to do to get this show running, and we need you! Please email with questions or your interest


For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

Lindsey Williams
LCCStarSearch@gmail.com
2/12/10

   
DAD's 9-Pin Tap Bowling Fundraiser
Hosted by DAD Women's Softball Team

7:00pm to 1:30am
Drakeshire Lanes
35000 Grand River Ave
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
(248) 478-2230

Cost: $20 for 3 games; $5 for fans

For more information:
Karen Groth
V/Text 248-947-3233
Heba Samona
HebaRita@yahoo.com
DADWomensSoftball@gmail.com
http://www.detroitdeafclub.org/
2/13/10

Beginning Interpreter/Student Workshops

Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan
Topic: ASL Linguistics

9am-12pm
Sign Language Services of Michigan
22324 Harper Ave
St Clair Shores, MI 48080

Cost: $15/SLS Team Interpreters; $25/Others

For more information:
586-285-1842 TTY
586-771-2042 Fax
810-459-3965 Text
586-778-4188 V/VP
info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
2/18-20/10 “Under The African Sky” – Shadow Interpreted Performance

Wild Swan Theater
Towsley Auditorium - Ypsilanti, MI

Ticket info call (734) 995-0530 V/TTY
http://www.wildswantheater.org
http://terptheatre.com
2/19/10
 
Deaf Awareness Night at The Palace
Detroit Pistons vs. Bucks


8:00 pm
The Palace of Auburn Hills

Click here to view flyer for more details

For more information:
Linda Booth
248-473-1888
deafsvcs@aol.com
2/22/10 A Captivating Night: Uniting Gospel Music With The Deaf Community

4:00pm
Life EmPOWERment Center
16650 Sumpter Road
Belleville, MI 48111

Cost: $25/person; $15/Children ages 6-17; Children 5 and under Free

Dinner following event

For more information:
Valerie 734.934.0150
touchingthenations@gmail.com
LaToya Johnson
planitrock@gmail.com
2/23/10 Deaf Performing Artists Network Concert

8:00 PM
Central Michigan University
Plachta Auditorium (Warriner Hall)
Mt. Pleasant, MI
Map to CMU

Admission: $8.00 at http://centralboxoffice.cmich.edu or at the door.

For More Information:
Mallorie Ciesel, ASL Society President
asl_society@yahoo.com
2/26/10

8th Annual Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Conference

Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
East Lansing, MI

For more information:
Tarah Lantz, Program Coordinator
tlantz@mphi.org
(517) 324-8329
(517) 324-6080 Fax
http://www.eandt.mphi.org
2/26/10

Deaf C.A.N.! Annual Black History Month Celebration and Potluck
Hosted by Abram Powell

11:30am
Deaf C.A.N.!
Sylvan Lake, MI

Bring your favorite dish to share!

For more information:
(248) 332–3323 TTY
(248) 332–7334 Fax
deafcan@deafcan.org
http://deafcan.org
2/27/10
   
Interpreter Workshop: "Professional Wellness: Injury Prevention on the Job”"

9:00am to 4:00pm
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
4328 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49508

For more information:
Click here to view Interpreter Workshop flyer

Beth Perry
616-732-7358
BPerry@deafhhs.org
http://www.deafhhs.org
2/27/10

The Interpreter Co-op Inaugural Meeting

What is the Interpreter Co-op and who are we?
Presented by: Ann-Marie Christman, NIC-A; Christa Moran, MEd, NIC; Leslie Pertz, NIC

9:00am-12:00pm
UMHS Interpreter Services
2025 Traverwood Dr., Suite A4
Ann Arbor, MI 48105

For more information:
Click here to view the flyer

christa.moran@gmail.com
2/27/10


“Professional Wellness: Injury Prevention on the Job”

9:00am to 4:00pm
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
4328 Kalamazoo SE
Grand Rapids, MI

For more information:
Click here for the flyer

616-732-7358 V
616-828-0186 VP
info@deafhhs.org
2/27/10 Interpreters of Excellence: Silent Fellowship
2 - 5 pm
Kerby's Koney Island
25050 Northwestern Hwy
(at Ten Mile and Evergreen)

For more information:
Click here to view Silent Fellowship flyer

Rev./Dr. Helen Williams
(313) 729-9501
Joe Williams
(313) 681-5178 VP
2/27/10 Wild Game Dinner

5:00 pm
Marantha Baptist Church
5790 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI

Come join us for a night of great food, door prizes, and an inspirational message.

For more information:
Dan Osterhout dano@osterhout.com
http://www.mbcclarkston.org/we-live/calendar.html
2/27/10 Pre-Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Conference Workshop
Sponsored by Chicago Club for the Deaf

4606 North Knox
Chicago, IL

For More Information:
Click here to view the flyer
http://dbcusa.org
2/27/10


Euchre Tournament

5:30pm Registration; 6:00pm Tournament starts
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
4328 Kalamazoo SE
Grand Rapids, MI

For more information:
Click here for the flyer

616-732-7358 V
616-828-0186 VP
info@deafhhs.org

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