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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	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	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	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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March 2010	Events
3/1 & 2/10	2010 Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Conference Chicago, IL where Deaf Bilingual Coalition will be in the attendance For More Information: http://dbcusa.org
3/4/10	"Pride Through the Eyes of MSD Middle Schoolers" 10 am & 7 pm Michigan School for the Deaf Auditorium 1667 Miller Rd Flint, MI Please support our future Deaf leaders on their trip to Washington DC! All monies earned will be used to help fund the middle school end of the year trip. Admission: Teen/Adult - $8.00; 12 and under - $5.00 For more information: Click here to view flyer Natalie Grupido (810) 250-7542 (VP grupidon@michigan.gov Stacey Jenkinson jenkinsons@michigan.gov http://www.deaftartars.com
3/4/10	“Hairspray” – ASL Interpreted Performance Thurs: 8:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: $31 / $47 / $59 / $69 Description: It's 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire - to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star, but she must use her newfound power to vanquish the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network - all without denting her 'do! Don't miss HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s musical-comedy phenomenon that inspired a major motion picture and won eight 2003 Tony© Awards, including BEST MUSICAL. For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
3/5-6/10	National Deaf Poker Tour Atlantic City, NJ For more information: http:/www.nationaldeafpokertour.com
3/6/10	Beginning Interpreter/Student Workshops Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan Topic: ASL Grammar 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
3/6/10	Wii Bowling Tournament 10:00am 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
3/10/10 Every Wednesday	Weekly Sign and Dine Sponsored by V.O.I.C.E. 4-7pm The Mug @ Wirt Coffee Shop Conviently located inside Alice and Frank Wirt Public Library Bay City, MI 48708 For more information: Shelby Gilbert sgilbert@voiceinc-mi.org Click here to view the flyer
3/13/10	IRID Workshop: Using Mime in ASL Interpreting Workshop to be taught in ASL - no interpreters provided 9am - 4pm Mount Sinai Hospital 1501 S. California Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 Cost: IRID Members / State Chapter : $65 (proof required) Non-Members: $75 ITP Students $55 (proof required) For more information: Click here to view the ILRID Interpreter Workshop flyer Anne Orozco IRIDPDC@yahoo.com http://www.ilrid.org
3/17/10 Every Wednesday	Weekly Sign and Dine Sponsored by V.O.I.C.E. 4-7pm The Mug @ Wirt Coffee Shop Conviently located inside Alice and Frank Wirt Public Library Bay City, MI 48708 For more information: Shelby Gilbert sgilbert@voiceinc-mi.org Click here to view the flyer
3/19/10	Evening Show: Tales of a Mad, Mad, Mad ASL World Hosted by Kalamazoo Valley Community College, the American Sign Language Honors Society (student club) – Kalamazoo Chapter, IDAC (Instructional Development Advisory Committee) at KVCC and donations by people who care... 7:30pm Kalamazoo Valley Community College - Texas Township Campus Dale Lake Auditorium, Room #1560 6767 W. O Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Admission: Buy Tickets through KVCC bookstore, 269 488 4030 General $7.00 (before 3/18); $10 at door; $5 for children under age 12, students and senior citizens For more information: Liz Gilmore Bystrycki widibits@aol.com http://www.trixbruce.com
3/19 & 20/10	Vagina Monologues: Congo 7:00pm Mott Community College Mott Memorial Building 1401 East Court St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: $10 befor door; $15 at door All shows in ASL and Voice Proceeds to Deaf Women Advocacy Service For more information: aslvday2010@charter.net
3/20/10	Interpreter Workshop: “Classifiers: Shaping Your Interpretation” 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 info@deafhhs.org
3/20/10	Content of the IEP Sponsored by Michigan Hands & Voices 9:00am to 12:00pm St. Joseph Mercy Oakland 44405 Woodward Avenue Pontiac, MI 48341 For more information: info@mihandsandvoices.org www.mihandsandvoices.org
3/20/10	DAD's Deaf Bowling Classic Oak Lanes Westland, MI 48185 (734) 442-7420 Social Night afterwards at: VFW Hall 28945 Joy Rd, Westland, MI 48185 Texas Hold'em, Euchre and 31 For more information: Craig Schlorff VP: 734-242-9182 or Fax: 734-241-4018 yellowrose29_98@yahoo.com http://www.detroitdeafclub.org/
3/20/10	St. Patrick’s Day Party Hosted by WolfPack Deaf Bikers 4:00 pm Admission: $7.00; $7.00 Dinner; $7.00 Poker Buy-In Will have door prizes. 50/50 and expecting to have bonfire (no guarantee and it's not gonna be ground bonfire, will be from firepit according to Fire Department - saying we can't have bonfire on ground.) We will be cooking out for bratwursts. Wear greens!!!!!!! Everyone's welcomed! 18 years old and up!!!! FAD Clubhouse 4156 Holiday Dr. Flint, MI For more information: Peg Frelich mf290710@comcast.net
3/21/10	Empowerment Workshops - Free event for Individuals with Special Needs and their Families Hosted by Power, Hope & Grace Bible Church, Special Needs Ministry in Detroit 3:00pm to 5:30pm Topics are: Wayne State University, Developmental Disabilities Institute "Person Centered Planning: Valuing the Contributions of Direct Support Professionals" (Adult Foster Care Administrator Continuing Education Units (CEU) Available) or Michigan Alliance for Families "Individual Education Plan (I.E.P) Basics Pre-registration is required, Call (313) 895-7464 Ext. 124 For more information: Celena Barnes (313) 395-0965 specialneeds1@live.com
3/22/10	Civil Rights Commission to Host Public Forum on Disparities in Access to Quality Health Care The forum offers an opportunity for members of the Commission and the general public to learn about the barriers that Michigan residents face when seeking health care, especially those barriers related to race, religion, sex, age, physical and mental disabilities, color, national origin, or marital status. The Commission is interested in part because of the link between prevention and early detection and positive health outcomes following serious illness. "Access to health care is particularly important because so many other things we enjoy in life - work, family, freedom, personal interests - all depend on the foundation of good health. Good health care helps to assure our quality of life,¨ said Civil Rights Commissioner Lisa Peeples-Hurst. 5:30pm Capital Area Michigan Works Building 2110 S. Cedar Street Lansing, MI Sign Language Interpreter will be present For more information: www.michigan.gov/mdcr Harold Core 517-241-3986
3/24 & 25/10	ASL Festival Day Hosted by ASL/Deaf Studies Dept. Wed, Mar 24th: 10:00am-11:30am - Preschool & Elementary Thurs, Mar 25th: 12:30pm-2:30pm - Middle School & High School Michigan School for the Deaf 1667 Miller Rd. Flint, MI Donation: $3.00 at door Proceeds to MSD-ASL Festival Fund For more information: Click here to view the flyer 810-515-8243 VP (810) 257–1400 Voice http://www.deaftartars.com
3/26/10 <	DODHH Rules and Regulations Committee Meeting for PA 204, The Deaf Persons’ Interpreter Act 8:00am to 2:00pm Location – Victor Center Peckham Headquarters 2nd Floor – Beech/Oak rooms 3510 Capital City Blvd. Lansing, MI 48906-2012 517-316-4000 info@peckham.org ** Located on the grounds of Lansing Capital City Airport** For more information: Please click here for 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
3/27/10	A Preparatory Workshop on the New Michigan BEI Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: David Stuckless, BEI Advanced David is one of Michigan's first BEI Interpreters. He will present a general overview of the BEI test, what to expect in your results, as well as practical suggestions for preparing for the test. 1-4pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 For both SLS Team Interpreters and Non SLS Interpreters Cost: $15/SLS Team Interpreters; $25/Others For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
3/27 & 28/10	“Vanished” - ASL Interpreted Synopsis: The story of a family in Detroit literally torn apart by immigration laws and enforcement policies. Sat: 8:00pm; Sun: 4:00pm Matrix Theatre 2730 Bagley St., Detroit, 48216 Tickets: $15 general admission. $10 students with ID. $10 seniors 65 and older. $8 children 10-16 For seat reservations or more information: Click here to view press release/flyer (313) 967-0999 or (313) 967-0599 http://www.matrixtheatre.org
3/28/10	“Little Women - The Musical” – Interpreted Performance 8 pm Meadowbrook Theatre Oakland University, Rochester Hills, MI For more information: (248) 377–3300 V (248) 370–3344 Fax tickets@mbtheatre.com    http://terptheatre.com
3/30-6/1/10	Conversational Sign Language Classes Conducted by Deaf Expressions 6:30pm to 8:00pm Cost: $110/person (workbook included) Minimum of 4, Maximum of 8. (Deadline March 20, 2010.) To be held in SW Grand Rapids off 131 and Burton. For more information: Michele DeafExpressions05@gmail.com (616) 856-9885 (Voice) www.DeafExpressions.net

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April 2010	Events
4/1/10	“The Eleventh hour” a modern Easter drama Signed for the deaf/hard of hearing The Eleventh Hour is a musical drama about lost love, crimes committed, and second chances. A young couple on the verge of embarking on a life together, rummage through the remnants of childhood mysteries. A single dad struggling to raise his young son in an urban convergence, crumbles under his emotional and financial desperation. A landlady who cares enough to reach out to hurting souls in her community with joy and laughter, extends mercy and compassion as the story of Jesus comes to life before their eyes. Celebrate the hope that the Easter story brings to our world! 7:00pm Blythefield Hills Baptist Church 6727 Kuttshill Dr, Rockford, MI 49341 Please email Nadia for tickets For more information: Nadia Andrus, Production Assistant 866/9597x34 nandrus@bhbconline.org
4/1/10	Renowned Deaf comedian CJ Jones is coming to MSU Live 7:30pm (doors open at 7:00pm) Michigan State University Psychology Bldg. Rm 118 E. Lansing, MI Cost: FREE!! For more information: Click here to view the flyer Cidney Goldston (269) 744-5151 goldsto1@msu.edu Monica Majewski (248) 396-5285 majews18@msu.edu
4/3/10	WMIRID Workshop: “Read My Lips….and Hands....and Face” 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 Rose Gelushia terprose@gmail.com piglady73@vzw.blackberry.net
4/8/10	ASL Sitcom Auditions "All Signs Point to Yes" A comedic family oriented sitcom that is completely in ASL. Looking for actors and lots of extras. Will have time to gloss and review before actual audition. 5-8:00pm MSU Communication Arts and Sciences Building Room 134 Studio D East Lansing, MI For more information: Adam Sloan 248 346 6623 sloanad1@msu.edu
4/9-10/10	Religious Sign Conference Sponsored by Interpreters of Excellence and Lift Up Your Hands Ministries Evangel Christian Church 28491 Utica Rd Roseville, MI 48066 For more information: Click here to view Silent Fellowship flyer Rev./Dr. Helen Williams (313) 729-9501 Joe Williams (313) 681-5178 VP
4/9-11/10	Bambi Lake Weekend Workshop “Follow The Yellow Brick Road” If I only had a BRAIN... the NERVE... a HEART Presented by Kirtland Community College & MIRID VI Bambi Lake Conference Center 3468 E. Robinson Lk Rd. Roscommon, MI 48653 Fri: Micki Baumgart, MIRID past president, shares "Memory improvement strategies. Sat: Ken Horn, Brain expert: Second language processing. (Maybe it's not you!) Sat: DODHH staff: MI BEI workshop to find the nerve to go for the testing. Sun: Monica Valdez: "The Heart for Volunteering.... Giving Back." For more information: Click here to view the Yellow Brick Road Flyer Click here to view the YBR WOZ clip art Flyer Brenda Dawe daweb@kirtland.edu 989–275–5000 ext. 419 (VP: 989 389-4123)
4/10/10 RESCHEDULED to 5/23 (see below)	“Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight” – ASL Interpreted Performance Sat: 8:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: $17 / $27 / $38 / $45 Description: Oscar-nominee Hal Holbrook returns in his acclaimed Tony Award-winning one-man show which celebrates the humor, satirical wit, and timeless observations of Mark Twain. For nearly 50 years, Holbrook has enthralled audiences around the world with Twain's unique take on politics, culture and the world! Holbrook edits and changes his show to fit the times. He has more than 16 hours of Twain's material in his repertoire and makes each performance a unique and memorable experience. A must-see treasure of American theatre! For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
4/15/10	“Hope at the Center: Poetry Show” – Interpreted Performance by Melissa Dey Hasbrook - a multimedia performance of her latest collection of poems 7:00pm doors open; 8:00pm show begins Metrospace 110 Charles Street East Lansing, MI Ticket: sliding scale of $5 to $10 Half of proceeds go to Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence For more information: http://deyofthephoenix.com Melissa Hasbrook melissahasbrook@gmail.com (517) 374-6474
4/15/10	“Disney's Sleeping Beauty” – Interpreted Performance Trenton Village Theatre Trenton, MI For more information: Ticket info call (734) 362-8153 V http://www.dypac.com/tickets http://terptheatre.com/list
4/16/10	Euchre Tournament & Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Benefiting The Holley Family Village Dinner at 6:00pm; Euchres start at 7:00pm St. Johns Deaf Center 14057 E. Nine Mile Rd. Warren, MI 48089 (Just East of Schoenherr Rd.) For more information: Click here to view the flyer Kevin at 248-310-1678 or Barb at 313-291-4865 KevinBarb@att.net
4/17/10	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 11am - 3pm Madonna University Room 2213, Main Academic Building 36600 Schoolcraft Rd Livonia, MI For more information: *** Please click here to view the flyer for all details!! ***
4/17/10	Interpreter Workshop - Sign-to-Voice Interpreting: Interpreting for Child Signers 11:00am - 3:00pm This video conference will focus on the skills necessary to interpret for child signers. Participants will observe a variety of child signers, identify the differences in their communication styles, and learn to approach the S-V task during the assessment process. Included will be strategies for coping when information is missed and what to do to prepare to take the EIPA S-V portion of the EIPA. 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
4/18/10	11th Annual Deaf Awareness Day at Triumph Baptist Church Theme: “Fear Not, God Is My Strength" Guest speaker: Minister Curtis Young Second Ebenezer Church, Detroit, MI 11:00am Galilee Missionary Baptist Church 5251 E. Outer Drive Detroit, MI For more information: Click here to view the flyer Click here to view the brochure
4/19/10	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 April 2010 tentative meeting agenda click here. For Membership Renewal Info Sheet click here. For more information about the Coalition click here.
4/23-25/10	ILRID Workshop: "A Weekend with Robyn Dean" Fri: Introduction to Demand Control Schema (DC-S) Sat: Decision-Making using the Demand-Control Schema Sun: Interpreting in Mental Health Settings: A Practice Profession Approach Harper College 1200 W. Algonquin Road Palatine, IL 60067-7398 For more information: Click here to view the ILRID Interpreter Workshop flyer http://www.ilrid.org
4/24/10	Baker College Early Childhood Fair 9am-1pm Baker College of Auburn Hills 1500 University Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48326 248) 276-8200 ASL Storytelling from 9:00-9:30 am - Michelle Osterhout Admission: Free - The fair is free, but all families must register. To register: Send an e-mail to bakercollegecefair@yahoo.com. Please include: the names and ages of the children and names and number of adults attending, as well as a phone number.
4/24/10	MIRID Workshop: "BEI Certification Overview" Sponsored by DODHH and MDA with Laurie Metcalf 8:30am-3:30pm Lansing Community College Health and Human Services Building Rooms 005, 006, 025 & 026 For more information: http://mirid.org/workshop2.html
4/24/10	The Interpreter Co-op of Michigan Gathering Presented by: Leslie Pertz, NIC 10:00am-2:00pm Michigan State University 133G Erickson Hall E. Lansing, MI For more information: Click here to view the flyer pertz@msu.edu
4/25/10	Museum Tour: Holocaust Museum - Interpreted Presented by Deaf Options, Inc. 11am - 1pm Holocaust Museum 28123 Orchard Lake Rd Farmington Hills, MI 48334 Cost: $10 (Maximum 50 people) Deaf Options will provide bus transportation at $5/person - 14 passenger limit For more information: Deaf Options 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deafoptions@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.net
4/25/10	“Avenue Q” – ASL Interpreted Performance Sun: 2:00pm & 7:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: $24 / $39 / $53 / $65 Description: AVENUE Q is Broadway's smash-hit 2004 Tony Award® winner for BEST MUSICAL, BEST SCORE and BEST BOOK. A hilarious show full of heart and hummable tunes, AVENUE Q is about trying to make it in NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. Called "one of the funniest shows you're ever likely to see" by Entertainment Weekly, AVENUE Q features a cast of people and puppets who tell the story in a smart, risque’ and downright entertaining way. Mature Audiences Only Warning: Full Puppet Nudity For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
4/27/10	“The Secret Life of Bees” – ASL Interpreted Performance Tues: 7:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: All seats $30 Description: Imagine seeing one of your favorite books brought to life. The Whiting, in collaboration with The American Place Theatre in New York City, presents professionally staged verbatim theatrical adaptations of significant American literary works. In this New York Times bestseller set during the Civil Rights Movement, a young girl's search for the truth about her mother leads her to three beekeeping sisters and the discovery of the real meaning of family. This presentation of THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES is a production of The American Place Theatre’s Literature to Life Arts Education Program, led by Artistic Director Wynn Handman. Educational outreach programs will take place during residency. For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
4/29/10	Parenting: Raising Strong Children Panel Discussion for Hearing Parents with Deaf Children Presented by Deaf Options, Inc. 5:30pm - 7pm Deaf Options, Inc. 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240 For more information: 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deafoptions@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.net
4/29 & 30/10	Singing Hands 2010 Theme: Revisted! "A Taste 0f the Past to the Present" Noon & 7 pm on both dates Michigan School for the Deaf Flint, MI Admission: $5.00 (children 5 and under free) For more information: (810) 257–1400 (810) 515-8243 VP http://www.deaftartars.com
4/29-5/2/10	“Charlotte's Web” – 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
4/30-5/1/10	Deaf Native American Culture Sign Language & Interpreting Sponsored by Michigan ASLTA Mott Community College Regional Technical Center Building Flint, MI For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer Click here to view the workshop brochure Click here to view the IDC Workshop Goals
4/30-5/1/10	3rd Annual National Sign Language & Interpreting Conference Anaheim Convention Center (Near Disneyland) in California For more information: http://www.ohsoez.com

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June 2010	Events
6/5/10	Advanced Classifiers and ASL Vocabulary Sponsored by SorensonVRS Presented by Anthony Natale in ASL with no ASL to English Interpretation provided 9:00am-3:00pm Lansing Community College Human Health and Public Services Building (HHPS) Room 005 For more information: Please click to view flyer Jonathan Truman jtruman4@sorenson.com
6/5/10 CANCELLED	“The Michigan EIPA” - Interpreter Workshop - CANCELLED Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Michelle Wood, AAS, BEI Advanced, NIC 9am-4pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: SLS Interpreters-$50 early/$55 at the door Others-$60early/$65 at the door For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
6/5/10	Michigan Deaf Athletic Club's 2010 Charity Golf Outing Fundraiser Sponsored by PowerVRS 8:45am with a 9:45am Shot Gun start Glenbrier Golf Course 4178 West Locke Rd. Perry, MI 48872 18 Holes Golf, Cart and Banquet All proceeds go to Michigan School for the Deaf's Athletic programs For more information: Click here to view the MDAC Golf Fundraiser flyer MDAC Golf Outing Karl Gruetzner MichiganDAC@yahoo.com
6/6/10	Spaghetti Dinner & Magic Performance by Matt Morgan Presented by MDA Great Lakes Deaf Leadership Camp 4:00pm - Dinner at Thelma Heck Service Building (SB) 6:00pm - Performance at Fay Academy Auditori Michigan School for the Deaf 1667 Miller Rd Flint, MI 48503 A fundraising event for Great Lakes Deaf Leadership Camp Fund. Michigan Deaf Association (MDA) sponsored the camp for the deaf and hard of hearing high school students. Come and show your support for the students. Tickets contact: Freida Morrison - garnandsa@tmo.blackberry.net Deaf C.A.N. Office Deaf Options Office Mott Community College - ITP Dept For more information: Click here to view the flyer http://www.mideaf.org
6/5-11/10	Deaf Mentor Training 2010 Are you a mentor, ASL lab instructor, or ASL tutor? Would you like to build your skills and get hands-on mentoring experience? This program is for you! Instructor: Jimmy Beldon CATIE Center 2004 Randolph Avenue #4280 St. Paul, Minnesota 55105 For more information: Click here to visit the website!
6/11-12/10	ILRID Workshop: More E.I.P.A. Skill Building Workshops with Cindy Farnham “Face & Space” – “Sign to English” – “Where Are We Going With This?” 9am - 4pm Harper College 1200 W. Algonquin Road Palatine, IL 60067-7398 For more information: Click here to view the ILRID Interpreter Workshop flyer Tim Mahoney IRIDPDC@yahoo.com http://www.ilrid.org
6/11 & 12/10	"See What I'm Saying" - The Deaf Entertainment Documentary Hosted by Deaf Arts Festival 6:00pm Doors open 7:00pm Movie starts Fri, June 11th: Kresge Hall at Madonna University Sat, June 12th: Franciscan Center, Rm S100, Madonna University Cost: $10 All proceeds go towards the 6th Deaf Arts Festival For more information: http://www.seewhatimsayingmovie.com http://www.deafartistsfestival.org
6/12/10	Annual Silent Celebration Hosted by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services 10 am to 3 pm Johnson Park 4223 Butterworth Dr. S.W., Walker, MI 49534 *Please be sure to note that Johnson Park is off I-196 and Wilson/Grandville exit (exact address is 4223 Butterworth Dr. SW, Walker, MI 49534). There are two different parks named Johnson in the Walker area. I know – it can be complicated!! 5 pm - 7 pm Closing Ceremony Performance: "Discovering Deaf Worlds" Pine Rest Postma Center, 300 68th St., Grand Rapids, MI 49501 Christy Smith (of Survivor: Amazon on TV) and David Justice will give a special performance about deaf and hard of hearing cultures around the world! For more information: Click here to view the flyer http://www.deafhhs.org/
6/14/10	The ABC’s of the CPC Presented by Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Dawn Flanigan, CI,CT,NIC,OTC & Bethany McLain, CI, CT A look at the RID Code of Professional Conduct, and possible applications to your Interpreting career. An excellent preparation tool for the NIC written and NIC performance Interview exams. 6pm-8pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: SLS Interpreters-$15; $20 Others For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
6/17-19/10	Breakout Conference: Effective Mental Health Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons Westin Atlanta North Hotel at Perimeter Seven Concourse Parkway Atlanta, GA For more information: Click here to view the flyer Steve Larew 866-948-8248 VP SLarew@flagler.edu
6/18/10	Lansing Deaf Coffee Chat 6:30pm - 9pm Biggby Coffee 6439 South Cedar St. Livonia, MI For more information: DeafBBW@aol.com
6/18/10	Flint Deaf Coffee Chat 7:00pm - 10:00pm Starbucks at Court and Center Roads in Flint, MI (across from Courtland Mall) Someone from PowerVRS will come to DCC, and give a brief presentation about PowerVRS. Social time for the Deafies. All ages are welcomed. Kids can come with their parent(s). ASL learners are welcomed. See you there! :^) For more information: http://www.deafcoffee.com
6/19-8/21/10	Conversational Sign Language Classes Conducted by Deaf Expressions 10:30am-12:00noon Cost: $110/person (workbook included) Minimum of 4, Maximum of 8. (Deadline June 9, 2010.) To be held in SW Grand Rapids off 131 and Burton. For more information: Michele DeafExpressions05@gmail.com (616) 856-9885 (Voice) www.DeafExpressions.net
6/23/10	Ice Cream Social Meet the Director of Detroit Rising Stars Newly add: Deaf Kid Enterprise 5:00 pm YWCA Redford Redford, MI For more information: info@detroitrisingstars.org http://www.detroitrisingstars.org
6/24/10	“Major League English for Interpreters” 2nd Annual Workshop sponsored by MDE-LIO and DODHH Presented by: Nancy Mosher and Sandy Heller 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
6/24/10	“How to become a Nationally Certified Interpreter” Presented by Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Dawn Flanigan, CI,CT,NIC,OTC & Bethany McLain, CI, CT This is an overview of the steps through the RID testing process. We will review the online testing prep and practice materials. 2pm-4pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: SLS Interpreters-$15; $20 Others For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
6/24 – 27/10	29th Annual Michigan Snowmobilers of the Deaf Campout Mio Pine Acres 1215 West 8th St. Mio, MI Admission: $5/adults; $2/children (age 5-17) Site rate & reservation deadline: $28/night due by 6/1st Activities: Euchre, Texas Poker, Dingo, Ladder Golf, Door Prizes, 50/50 and Kids' Games For more information: Click here to view flyer Sonja Miller sonjajmiller@me.com 989-569-4243 VP
6/24-27/10	Second National Deaf People of Color Conference DoubleTree-Lloyd Center and Oregon Convention Center Portland, OR For more information: http://www.deafpeopleofcolor.org
6/25/10	Captioned Movie Night: The Blind Side Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. 6:00pm - 10:00pm Deaf Options Deaf Community Drop-In Center 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $5 Adults (12 and up); $2 children (under 12) For more information: Click here to view flyer 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deafoptions@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.org
6/26/10	Interpreter Workshop: "Signs from Above: Vocabulary, Stategies and Ethics for Religious ASL Interpreters" Sponsored by Silent Blessings Deaf Ministries 9:00am - 4:00pm 1201 E. 5th St. - Suite 11 Anderson IN 46012 For more information: Click here to view the flyer 1-877-FOR-DEAF Call Judy to Sign Up
6/26/10 also 7/24 & 25	Camp Chris Williams Summer Car Wash Fundraiser 9:00am-8:00pm At the Frandor lot Burger King Lansing, MI MADHH's Camp Chris Williams is sponsoring a Summer Car Wash Fundraiser!!! Come get your car sparkling clean, socialize, grab a bite to eat. Recommended donations are $5.00, however any support you can provide is truely appreciated. All proceeds will go towards Camp Chris Williams; a summer camp for deaf, hard of hearing, siblings, and children of deaf adults. Donations will be used for camper scholarships, arts and crafts, snacks, supplies for the mini olypmics and many other areas. To make this car wash a success, volunteers are also needed for the day(s) of the event June 26, July 24, July 25. The car wash will run from 9am-7pm at the Burger King near the Frandor shopping center. We need 6 volunteers for each time slot. If you are willing to come support CCW's Car Wash with your car washing talents ;) sign up for a time slot, please contact Jill Vega at jilligoat@gmail.com 8:30-11:30 11:30-2:30 2:30-5:30 5:30-7:00/8:00 (closing time) For more information: Jill Vega jilligoat@gmail.com
6/26/10	"Deaf Blind Interpreting,Never Saw it Coming" Interpreter workshop fundraiser for RID Region III Deaf Blind Member Section 10:00am - 3:00pm Howard Miller Library 14 S. Church St. Zeeland, MI 49464 For more information: Click here to view the flyer Jeannette Gladstone jeanettegladstone@yahoo.com 517 242-8676
6/27 - 7/2/10	Art and Drama Week Led by Monique Holt Commedia Dell' Arte Mask-Making led by Kathy Derderian Participants will learn the technique of the "Commedia Dell' Arte" (CDA) acting style, and develop comic and slapstick bits. They also will learn how to make the classic CDA mask for their chosen character. They will create a situation and perform it in a vaudeville approach. They will learn how to incorporate acting, mask, and costume and make an unforgettable perforance piece. Participants - middle school/high school, ages 10-18. The students will perform at Madonna University. Cost is $250 (scholarship/financial assistance is available) For more information: Kathy Derderian cheyennkat@yahoo.com Sign up NOW and register online! http://holleyfamilyvillage.org

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July 2010	Events
7/5 – 10/10	50th Biennial National Association of the Deaf Conference Philadelphia Marriott in Philadelphia, PA For more information: http://www.nad.org/ info@nad.org
7/8 - 8/12/10	Basic Computer Class: Learn How to Surf Internet Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. Instructed by Deepti Sang 7:00pm - 8:30pm Deaf Options 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $60 for 6 weeks (register by 4/30/10) For more information: Click here to view class flyer Click here for registration form Deaf Options 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deeptisang@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.net
7/9-11/10	Happi-Trails ATV Deaf Club Happi Days Campground & Diner 7486 W. Batterson Rd. Frederic, MI 49733 For more information: Please click to view camping flyer http://www.happidayscampground.com http://www.happi-trailsatvclub.com Robert Cox, chairman firewolfzap@hotmail.com
7/10/10	Silent Dinner and Movie Hosted by LCC ITP Dinner at Fire Mountain 730 Elmwood Road Lansing, MI 48917 (517) 321-1200 5:30pm to 7:30pm Movie at Lansing Community College Gannon Bldg Rm 134 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm. For more information: LCCITPFaculty@gmail.com
7/12 - 30/10	Summer Literacy Program Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. 9am - 3pm M-F 6 - 12 yrs old only Deaf Options Deaf Community Drop-In Center 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $25 Registration fee For more information: Click here to view flyer Kathleen Mitchell 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V kathleenmitchell350@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.org
7/13/10	Miranda for Interpreters Presented by Legal Association for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Rights and Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Robert Buschmohle, Esq & Dawn Flanigan, CI, CT, OTC, NIC An overview of the Miranda Warning and how to approach interpreting it. Discussion of current cases included. Approved for 3 PS BEI units. 9am-12pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: $25 For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
7/16/10	Lansing Deaf Coffee Chat 6:30pm - 9pm Biggby Coffee 6439 South Cedar St. Lansing, MI For more information: DeafBBW@aol.com
7/17/10	FAD Field Day Noon FAD Clubhouse 4156 Holiday Dr. Flint, MI Admission: $7.00 all day (plus extra for games) Horseshoes * LadderGolf * 500 cards * Euchre * Texas Hold'em * Kiddie Games Refreshments will be sold. For more information: Alan McCall Almowings@aol.com
7/17/10	COURTROOM 101 Presented by Legal Association for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Rights and Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Robert Buschmohle, Esq This workshop will provide a general overview of the Michigan Court system, it’s levels and the types of cases that may be encountered at each level. Approved for 2 PS BEI units. 10am-12pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: $20 For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
7/18 – 22/10	21st International Congress on Education of the Deaf (ICED) Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada For more information: http://www.iced2010.com
7/18-23/10	2010 DeafNation World Expo Sands & Convention Center Las Vegas, NV For more information: http://deafnation.com/deafnationworldexpo
7/19/10	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 State of MI, General Office Building 7150 Harris Dr. Dimondale, MI (248) 553-0300 www.farmlib.org For July 2010 tentative meeting agenda click here. For Membership Renewal Info Sheet click here. For more information about the Coalition click here.
7/19-21/10	National Symposium on Healthcare Interpreting Who should attend? Interpreters working in healthcare settings. Healthcare professionals. Deaf consumers and healthcare advocates. Instructor: Todd Agan, Teri Hedding, Dr. Gary Kaufman, Dr. Chris Moreland, Karen Malcolm, Heather Ortiz, Amy Wilson-Stronks and more. St. Catherine University CATIE Center St. Paul, Minnesota 55105 For more information: Click here to visit the website!
7/19-25/10	National Deaf Poker Tour Las Vegas, NV For more information: http://www.nationaldeafpokertour.com
7/21 – 24/10	Deaf Family Week (aka KODA Week) Holley Family Center De Sales Center – Brooklyn, MI For more information: Click here for the flyer Click here for the flyer in jpg format Click here for the registration form Sharon Meldrum smeldrum@madonna.edu Debbie Mitre-Smith dmitre-smith@madonna.edu http://www.desales.org/deafprograms.html
7/23 - 8/19/10	Youth Leadership Camp Camp Taloali in Stayton, Oregon For more information: http://www.nad.org/2010ylc
7/24 & 25/10 s	Camp Chris Williams Summer Car Wash Fundraiser 9:00am-8:00pm At the Frandor lot Burger King Lansing, MI MADHH's Camp Chris Williams is sponsoring a Summer Car Wash Fundraiser!!! Come get your car sparkling clean, socialize, grab a bite to eat. Recommended donations are $5.00, however any support you can provide is truely appreciated. All proceeds will go towards Camp Chris Williams; a summer camp for deaf, hard of hearing, siblings, and children of deaf adults. Donations will be used for camper scholarships, arts and crafts, snacks, supplies for the mini olypmics and many other areas. To make this car wash a success, volunteers are also needed for the day(s) of the event June 26, July 24, July 25. The car wash will run from 9am-7pm at the Burger King near the Frandor shopping center. We need 6 volunteers for each time slot. If you are willing to come support CCW's Car Wash with your car washing talents ;) sign up for a time slot, please contact Jill Vega at jilligoat@gmail.com 8:30-11:30 11:30-2:30 2:30-5:30 5:30-7:00/8:00 (closing time) For more information: Jill Vega jilligoat@gmail.com
7/25/10	“The Two Gentlemen of Verona” – Shadow Interpreted Performance TerpTheatre is excited to collaborate with Water Works Theatre on its tenth production of Shakespeare In The Park in Royal Oak. 3pm Starr Jaycee Park, Royal Oak 13 Mile Road, East of Crooks. Come early to park in the lots, or find parking in local streets. For more information: http://terptheatre.com/performances/2009_10/twogents.html
7/25-31/10	28th Deaf Youth Sports Festival (MDO) University of Louisville, Louisville, KY For more information: http://www.teammdo.org/
7/26/10	20th Anniversary ADA Celebration Party Come celebrate the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act 1:00am - 3:00pm Michigan Capitol Lawn, Lansing, Ml Live Music * Entertainment * Exhibits * Food * Adaptive Sports Equipment Demos For more information: Click here to view the flyer
7/26 - 30/10	Mental Health Interpreter Training A 40-hour course designed to provide a sound basis for interpreters to work effectively in mental health settings as part of a professional team. The course includes: Mental health systems and culture, Sources of Communication Breakdown Associated with Mental Illness and Treatment, Interpreters' Roles, Tools, and Resources, Severe Language Dysfluency and Visual Gestural Communication/CDIs/Interpreters who are Deaf, Psychiatric Emergencies, Confidentiality Ethics and Laws, Support Groups and Community Mental Health Services, Psycholinguistic Errors and Demand-Control Theory Applied to Mental Health Interpreting Troy University Montgomery, Alabama For more information: http://www.mhit.org/2010instituteinfo.html
7/30/10	Captioned Movie Night: Slumdog Millionaire Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. 6:00pm - 10:00pm Deaf Options Deaf Community Drop-In Center 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $5 Adults (12 and up); $2 children (under 12) Proceeds support Literacy Program For more information: Click here to view flyer 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deafoptions@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.org
7/31/10	“Deaf Explosion/Meet & Greet Fellowship” Sponsored by Deaf Evangelism Advocacy For Christ This event would allow us to reach out to our Deaf Community and embrace a city that has been heartbroken and riveted by violence. Our goal is to empower, inspire, uplift and motivate the DEAF, Hard of Hearing (HOH), and family members/friends of Deaf and HOH, through fellowship, testimonies, informational packets, spoken word, and resource representatives. There will also be free gifts and prizes, food, fun, and fellowship for ALL. We would like to have a representative and/or information packets regarding services that are available to the Deaf community through your organization. We pray your schedule can accommodate this Powerful Expression of Life. Your presence alone would inspire, uplift and motivate our Deaf Community to strive for GREATNESS. Any assistance for this event would be greatly appreciated. 12noon - 6pm Canaan Baptist Church 910 E. Gillespie St. Flint, MI 48503 For more information: handsofpraisechoir@yahoo.com
7/31/10	Deaf Camp 2010 "An Entire Day of Fun!" Sponsored by Hands of Pure Expressions and Clinton St. Greater Bethelehem Temple Church Free for deaf and hard of hearing youth age 8 to 14 years old. Transportation will be provided. S. N. Hancock Farm in Holly, MI For more information: Click here to view the flyer

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May 2010	Events
4/30-5/1/10	Deaf Native American Culture Sign Language & Interpreting Sponsored by Michigan ASLTA Mott Community College Regional Technical Center Building Flint, MI For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer Click here to view the workshop brochure Click here to view the IDC Workshop Goals
4/30-5/1/10	3rd Annual National Sign Language & Interpreting Conference Anaheim Convention Center (Near Disneyland) in California For more information: http://www.ohsoez.com
4/30-5/1/10	3rd Annual National Sign Language & Interpreting Conference Anaheim Convention Center (Near Disneyland) in California For more information: http://www.ohsoez.com
5/1/10	43rd Annual Lake Michigan Deaf Bowling Tournament Hosted by Greater Grand Rapids Association of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing 12:30pm Spectrum Lanes 5656 Clyde Park S.W. Wyoming, Michigan 49509 For more information: Click here to view event flyer Click here to view Tournament rules Maureen Sprunger, Chairperson VP# 616-328-6171 MoSprunger@comcast.net Ronald Hartman, LMDBA Secretary VP (269) 932-3488 FAX (269) 429-9042
5/1/10	Social Night Hosted by Greater Grand Rapids Association of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing 5:00pm St. George Peter & Paul Hall 1513 Quarry Ave. N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504 For more information: Click here to view event flyer Click here to view map Maureen Sprunger, Chairperson VP# 616-328-6171 MoSprunger@comcast.net
5/1/10	“The Secret Life of Bees” – ASL Interpreted Performance Sat: 8:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: All seats $30 Description: Imagine seeing one of your favorite books brought to life. The Whiting, in collaboration with The American Place Theatre in New York City, presents professionally staged verbatim theatrical adaptations of significant American literary works. In this New York Times bestseller set during the Civil Rights Movement, a young girl's search for the truth about her mother leads her to three beekeeping sisters and the discovery of the real meaning of family. This presentation of THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES is a production of The American Place Theatre’s Literature to Life Arts Education Program, led by Artistic Director Wynn Handman. Educational outreach programs will take place during residency. For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
5/5 - 6/9/10	Basic Computer Class: Learn How to Surf Internet Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. Instructed by Deepti Sang 6:00pm - 7:30pm Deaf Options 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $60 for 6 weeks (register by 4/30/10) For more information: Click here to view class flyer Click here for registration form Deaf Options 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deeptisang@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.net
5/7/10	Scrapbook with Us! We inspire... We create... We share You are invited to join me for a Scrapbooking Club! 11:00am - 4:00pm Deaf C.A.N.! Sylvan Lake, MI Please bring a lunch. For more information: RSVP - Debra Wilson dwilson6437@wideopenwest.com (248) 556-3084 VP deafcan@deafcan.org http://deafcan.org
5/7/10	Power VRS Kick Off Party 7pm - 10pm Grand Blanc Convention Center 801 Health Park Blvd. Grand Blanc, MI Featuring D-PAN’s Sean Forbes Free Admission • Drinks On The House • Catered Food Come & Celebrate Michigan’s Newest Deaf-owned/operated VRS Business For more information: Click here to view the flyer Dragan Jaksic djaksic@powervrs.com
5/7 & 8/10	“Peter Pan” - ASL Performance Presented by Bloomfield Hills Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program 7:00 pm Lahser High Auditorium 3465 Lahser Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI Advance tickets are $5 per person; $7 at the door For more information: Linda Borra, Secretary (248) 341–7177 V/TTY Denise Moyer dmoyer@bloomfield.org Diana Campbell diacampbell@bloomfield.org
5/8/10 CANCELLED	SCMIRID Workshop: "The E.I.P.A. Workshop - Strategies for Success" CANCELLED Presented by: Cindy Farnham, Master Mentor, CI/CT, EIPA 5 8:30am to 4:00pm (registration 8am) Lansing Community College Arts & Sciences (A & S) 515 North Washington Square Lansing, MI For more information: Click here to view SCMIRID Workshop flyer SCMIRID@gmail.com http://www.mirid.org/scmirid.html
5/8/10	Workshop for ITP: "How to Sign: The Star Spangled Banner and The Pledge of Allegiance" Presented by Baker College ASL Club Presenter: Tony Laperna Jr., NAD V 12pm-2pm Baker College of Auburn Hills Room 148 1500 University Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48326 Admission: $5 For more information: Click here to view the flyer Dawn Eggenberger, Baker ASL Club President eggy92@comcast.net deggen01@baker.edu
5/8/10	Mother's Day Dinner/Dingo Hosted by Heather Wilson and sponsored by D.A.D. All is welcome! Have fun! Honor your mom! Play cards! 5:00pm Dinner; 7:00pm Dingo VFW Hall Post 6896 28945 Joy Rd., Westland, MI 48185 Admission: Dinner $7 (benefit D.A.D. General Fund) Dingo $15 (go to prizes and D.A.D. general Fund) For more information: Heather Wilson hwilson@tmail.com http://www.detroitdeafclub.org
5/11/10	Sorenson VRS Open House 6:30pm 2150 Association Drive Okemos, MI 48864 For more information: Click here to view flyer Jonathan Truman jtruman4@sorenson.com http://www.sorensonvrs.com
5/11/10	Innocence Project with Ken Wyniemko Ken Wyniemko was accused and convicted of a crime he did not commit. He spent 10 years in prison but was exonerated of the crime after attorneys from the Innocence Project, a group dedicated to using DNA samples to overturn wrongful convictions, came to his aid and pointed out discrepancies in his case. Come hear Ken and his attorney talk about the experience and what they are doing now to help others in similar situations. Sign up at the Reference desk to reserve your seat (734 326 6123). Certified Sign Language Interpreters will be provided. 7:00pm - 8:30pm Westland Public Library 6123 Central City Parkway Westland, Michigan The Library is located off Ford Road between Wayne Road and Newburgh For more information: http://www.westland.lib.mi.us/events/index.php?mon=5&year=2010#theeleventh
5/12/10	Day At State Capitol This is an annual event to create awareness of the communication needs of Michigan citizens with hearing loss. 8:00am to 2:45pm For more information: Click here to read the flyer. Hearing Loss of Association of Michigan dasc@hearingloss-mi.org Deaf C.A.N.! deafcan@deafcan.org
5/14/10	Deaf Coffee Night at Starbucks 6pm - 11pm Starbucks 1434 West Big Beaver Rd Troy, MI 48084 For more information: (248) 332–3323 TTY (248) 332–7334 Fax deafcan@deafcan.org http://deafcan.org
	Walk 4 Hearing9 Step-up for People with Hearing Loss! 9am free registration; 10am Walk - Rain or Shine Kensington Metro Park 2240 West Buno Rd Milford, MI 48380 Exit 153, off I-96 For more information: http://www.walk4hearing.org
5/15/10	“Ghost Waters: Matrix explores Detroit’s hidden waterways” - ASL Interpreted Synopsis: Matrix’s annual Ghost Waters celebration with performances, music, puppet workshops, food and fun family activities will all focus on water consciousness. 11:00am - 3:00pm Location is the outdoor grassy area directly adjacent to the Matrix Theatre Company located at 2730 Bagley in Detroit’s Mexicantown For seat reservations or more information: Click here to view press release/flyer (313) 967-0999 or (313) 967-0599 http://www.matrixtheatre.org
5/16/10	Deaf Awareness Day "Join us in worship while we praise the Lord in song and sign" 11:15am Jos Campau Avenue Church of God 17401 Jos Campau Detroit, MI Rev. Dr. David Lunn, Pastor For more information: CeCe at: 313-717-6333 V/Text posed4God@aol.com
5/20/10	Michigan Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (MI BEI) testing coming to the Upper Peninsula Who: Interpreters wanting to “qualify” with state certification for compensation of interpreting services in Michigan under state law (Deaf Persons’ Interpreters Act, PA 204 of 1982, amended in 2007) 9:00am to 4:00pm Marquette, MI Cost: $125 (Written and Performance included) Application: Please visit our website at to locate the website, MI BEI Study Guide, and application. Dates outside of the Upper Peninsula are also available online. At the website, simply scroll down to the bottom middle green tab called "For Interpreters." There you will find the information. Preparation: Besides the MI BEI Study Guide, there are workshops happening statewide which may assist you. Please visit the e-michigan calendar (this page) for a list of all events. For more information: 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
5/21/10	Michigan Association for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Open House 1:00pm - 4:30pm 5236 Dumond Ct. Suite C Lansing, MI 48917 Featured speaker: Philip Zazove, M.D., Author of Four Days in Michigan, will be speaking for a few minutes at 2:00 P.M. He will also autograph his book UNTIL 3:30 P.M. For more information: Click here to view the flyer V/TTY: 517-487-0066 VP: 517-507-5353 Fax: 517-487-2586 info@madhh.org http://www.madhh.org
5/21/10	Captioned Movie Night: Avatar Hosted by Deaf Options, Inc. 6:00pm - 10:00pm Deaf Options Deaf Community Drop-In Center 19145 Beech Daly Redford, MI 48240-1418 Cost: $7 Adults (12 and up); $2 children (under 12) For more information: Click here to view flyer 313-681-5200 VP 313-592-3175 V deafoptions@msn.com http://www.deafoptions.org
5/22/10	First Annual 5K Walk/10K Run and Picnic All proceeds to benefit D.A.D. Women’s Softball Team to fund the Children’s Athletic Program Start at 10:00 am Nankin Mills Park located at Hines Drive and Farmington Road / Ann Arbor Trail Livonia, MI For more information: Click to view the flyer Karen Groth (248)-974-3233 V Liza O’Jack at (734)-217-4818 VP dad.5k10k@gmail.com http://www.detroitdeafclub.org
	Relay for Life - Shelby Township American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Shelby Township 10am - 10am - 24 hours! River Bends Park Shelby Township, MI For more information: marikasr@aol.com http://relayforlife.org/shelbytownshipmi
5/22,23 & 24/10	Medical Interpreting Weekend with Nigel Howard Sponsored by MIRID and the University of Michigan Deaf Access/Interpreter Services Program Sat: Medical Interpreting/Medical Classifiers 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mott Community College Regional Technology Center Room 1005 1401 East Court St. Flint, MI 48503 To Register for the Saturday MIRID workshop click here to download the form Sun & Mon: Medical Interpreting – Advanced 8:30 am - 4:30 pm University of Michigan Hospital Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2197 To Register for the Sunday and Monday U of M training click here For more information: Rose Gelushia - MIRID rosegelushia@yahoo.com Christa Moran, M.Ed., NIC UMHS Deaf Access/Interpreter Services Program christa.moran@gmail.com
5/23/10	“Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight” – ASL Interpreted Performance Sat: 8:00pm The Whiting 1241 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Tickets: $17 / $27 / $38 / $45 New Show Date! Ticket holders to the April 10 performance may keep their tickets for admittance to the May 23 performance. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled date, please contact The Ticket Center at (810) 237-7333 for a full refund. Description: Oscar-nominee Hal Holbrook returns in his acclaimed Tony Award-winning one-man show which celebrates the humor, satirical wit, and timeless observations of Mark Twain. For nearly 50 years, Holbrook has enthralled audiences around the world with Twain's unique take on politics, culture and the world! Holbrook edits and changes his show to fit the times. He has more than 16 hours of Twain's material in his repertoire and makes each performance a unique and memorable experience. A must-see treasure of American theatre! For tickets and additional information: (810) 237-7333 www.thewhiting.com.
5/23-25/10	National Symposium on Video Interpreting Gallaudet University Washington DC For more information: Click here to view the flyer Learn more about video interpreting as a career: http://www.discoverinterpreting.com/
5/26/10	“The Michigan EIPA” - Interpreter Workshop Provided by Sign Language Services of Michigan Presented by: Nancy Mosher, Consultant for Deaf/HH Michigan Department of Education Low Incidence Outreach Program 6-8pm Sign Language Services of Michigan 22324 Harper Ave St Clair Shores, MI 48080 Cost: Free For more information: Click here to view the workshop flyer 586-285-1842 TTY 586-771-2042 Fax 810-459-3965 Text 586-778-4188 V/VP info@SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com http://SignLanguageServicesofMichigan.com
5/27-30/10	Business Convention & Deaf Expo Houston, TX For more information: http://deafbusiness.org/

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