[WADNet Post] Apr 10: Milwaukee Area News
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MILWAUKEE AREA NEWS
-- ACCESS Program at the Rep
-- Apr 14: Big Buddy/Little Buddy Skating Party
-- Apr 14: Cream City Chorus Interpreted Performance
-- Apr 19: Communication Options Discussion Panel
-- Apr 19-21: GLDBA Events hosted by GMAD
-- Apr 20-May 5: Little Movers & Shakers Class
-- Apr 27: Cathedral Chorale Interpreted Performance
-- Apr 28: Workshop - Deaf Interpreter...WHAT'S THAT???
-- Apr 28: DHHA's 8th Deaf Comedy Club (DCC8)
-- May 9 & 10: Understanding Your Benefits
-- May 22-Jul 31: Communicating with Kids in Sign
-- Jun 8-Jul 6: Kindermusik Community Sign & Sing Class
-- Jun 20-Aug 1: Parent & Child Sign Class, Ages 4 to 8
-- Jun 20-Aug 1: Youth Sign Class, Ages 9 to 14
-- Jul 20-22: GMAD Hosts CAAD Softball Tournament
-- Aug 17-19: CDHH Family Learning Vacation, Lions Camp
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ACCESS Program at the Rep
ACCESS R E L E A S E
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 2, 2007
CONTACT:
Annie Jurczyk
Associate Managing Director
414-224-1761
Milwaukee Repertory Theater
ACCESS PROGRAMS
Theater that Transcends the Senses
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces Access Programs for the Quadracci
Powerhouse Theater production of TARTUFFE by Moliere.
** To accommodate patrons who are deaf or hard-of-hearing:
Sign Language performances. One performance of each Quadracci Powerhouse
Theater and Stiemke Theater production is interpreted in American Sign
Language. Order your tickets by calling The Rep Ticket Office at
414-224-9490 and inform them that you need to sit in the interpreted
section.
TARTUFFE
Thursday
May 3, 2007
7:30 PM
Captioned Theater involves lines from the script running concurrently
with the actors’ lines are projected on the house left wall of the
theater. When ordering your ticket, please alert the Ticket Office that
you would like to sit in the Captioned section. This is perfect for
those with a slight to a profound hearing loss.
TARTUFFE
Sunday
May 6, 2007
2:00 PM
** To accommodate patrons who are visually impaired:
Audio Description is a concise narration of the key visual elements of a
theatrical performance. Descriptions are woven in between lines of
dialogue enabling people who are blind or have a low vision to follow
the action. Using a headset attached to a small hand-held receiver,
patrons hear a live, real-time description of the action on stage. Call
Annie Jurczyk at (414) 290-5366 to reserve your receiver.
TARTUFFE
Tuesday
May 1, 2007
7:30 PM
Throughout the run of any Milwaukee Repertory Theater productions,
general Access Programs offered include: written script synopsis, audio
script synopsis, large print programs, infrared listening system, and
wheelchair accessibility. For more information on any of these
programs, please call Annie Jurczyk at (414) 290-5366.
Annie Jansen Jurczyk
Associate Managing Director
Milwaukee Repertory Theater
108 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
414-290-5366 - Direct
414-224-1761 - Main Line
414-224-9097 - Fax
Anniej@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
For information about our exciting upcoming season go to
www.milwaukeerep.com!
(Contributed by: Annie Jurczyk, Milwaukee Repertory Theater)
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Apr 14: Big Buddy/Little Buddy Skating Party
Big Buddy / Little Buddy Skating Party
Join the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for lunch and an
afternoon of ice skating and fun at the Pettit National Ice Center in
West Allis. This is a great opportunity to meet other d/Deaf and hard
of kids, and have a great time skating! Parents are welcome to stay and
network with each other.
Date: Saturday, April 14
Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pettit National Ice Center, 500 S. 84th St., West Allis
Cost: $10 per skater (includes admission, skate rental and lunch (hot
dog, chips & soda)
For more information or to register, please call 414-604-2200 (V) /
888-742-7651 (TTY). Registration with payment must be received by April
10.
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Apr 14: Cream City Chorus Interpreted Performance
EVERYTHING POSSIBLE: SIGNS OF HOPE
A 20th Anniversary Celebration Event
Saturday, April 14, 2007
7:30 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church West
13001 W. North Ave., Brookfield
Under the Artistic Direction of
Kristen L. Weber
Tickets are:
$12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Also: Family Rate: $25*
*Two adults and up to 4 children (12 and under).
Group and Child rates also available.
Wheelchair accessible, sign language interpreter available
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** SPECIAL TICKET PRICE DISCOUNT AVAILABLE! **
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If you are Deaf/HH, an ASL interpreter or interpreting student you can
get HALF OFF the at-the-door ticket price!
Go to http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/community/CreamCitySpring2007.pdf to
see flyer and COUPONS!
For tickets or more information:
414/276-8787
www.creamcitychorus.org
Guest Soloist/Narrator: Joel Kopischke
Guest Conductor: J. Ruben Piirainen
Featured Premiere: “Song of Wisdom from Old Turtle”
Text by Douglas Wood
Music by Joseph Martin
Special appearance: Mrs. Fun
Plus, the added voices of many WCCC alumni and others from the greater
Milwaukee community.
Other Highlights: 20th Anniversary Celebration and History Displays!
Doors open at 6:45, so come early and explore.
Awards Presentation to: “The 20 Who Helped Make Everything Possible”
.....and much more!
SING! HAVE FUN! JOIN THE CHORUS!
• We’ve been advocating diversity for almost 20 years.
• All religions, races and orientations are welcome.
• We perform all types of music from sacred to show tunes.
• We gladly accept singing & nonsinging members.
For more information or to get a flyer, contact Patricia Bronk,
deafministry@xxxxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Patricia Bronk, WADNet Reader)
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Apr 19: Communication Options Discussion Panel
On Thursday, April 19, the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will
be hosting a panel discussion entitled “Communication Options for Your
d/Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child.” This discussion will explore Manual
Communication Options for children and the panel will include d/Deaf and
hard of hearing adults and parents of d/Deaf and hard of hearing
children. Meet successful users of varying communication approaches,
learn from other’s experiences and gain more insight into what choices
might work for your child and family.
Date: Thursday, April 19
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: CDHH, 10243 W. National Avenue, West Allis
There is no fee to attend, but you must register in advance. Childcare
and interpreting services are available, but must be requested at least
one week in advance. For more information, please call 414-604-2200 (V)
/ 888-742-7651 (TTY).
Kerry Malak
Communications Director
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
www.cdhh.org
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Apr 19-21: GLDBA Events hosted by GMAD
Message from GLDBA 2007 Committees…
Hats off to CAAD Basketball 2007 Committees for outstanding hosting.
Another BIG event will be happening in April 2007. We all hope that you
will come and be part of this event. As of today, we have received 200
paid combos! For information on GLDBA daily events, please read below.
Come play Wingo on Thursday April 19th, 2007 at 8PM at Four Points by
Sheraton Hotel in New Orleans Room. Enter for a chance to win at a 100%
price payout plus $200 by Milwaukee Deaf Bowling Association! (Prizes
are based on entries). Purchase your ticket for $20 before April 1,
2007. Refreshments will be included. After April 1, 2007 the ticket
price will go up to $25.
Website for Wingo flyer:
http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/gmad/20070419Wingo.pdf or go to
http://www.wi-deaf.org, then look on left side of the screen and click
on "GLDBA/GMAD Wingo Night" under "Community Events".
Think you can hold 'em off long enough for a chance at winning 100% pay
out plus $300 from the Milwaukee Deaf Bowling Association? On Thursday,
April 19, 2007 at 8PM at the Sheraton Hotel there will be a Texas Hold
'Em poker challenge. (Prizes are based on entries). All tickets are $35
until March 31, 2007. Refreshments will be included. Tickets will go up
to $40 after March 31, 2007.
Website for flyer: http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/gmad/20070419Poker.pdf
or go to http://www.wi-deaf.org, then look on left side of the screen
and click on "GLDBA/GMAD Poker Tourney" under "Community Events".
On Friday and Saturday, April 20 & 21, 2007, come to this wonderful
bowling tournament hosted by the Greater Milwaukee Association of the
Deaf. Combo tickets are $40. After March 31, 2007, all bowling combo
tickets will be $50. Website for GLDBA Bowling Tournament:
http://gldba-gldwba.org/2007/Index.htm
On Saturday April 21, come and enjoy a very funny one-woman comedy act
brilliantly performed by award winning Deaf Canadian Angela Petrone
Stratiy. Well traveled and well versed in ASL stories and anecdotes,
this internationally acclaimed stand up comedian tells it like it is.
Guaranteed to make deaf and hearing people laugh, Angela will perform at
the Great Lakes Deaf Bowling Association in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Check
out her website at www.deafutopia.com.
Get your COMBO TICKET for only $40. Don't forget... After March 31, 2007
the ticket price goes up to $50 so hurry while the deal is still good!
For more information on GLDBA - website:
http://gldba-gldwba.org/2007/Index.htm
(Contributed by: David Letkiewicz, GLDBA Committee)
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Apr 20-May 5: Little Movers & Shakers Music Class
Little Movers & Shakers Music Class
Dates: Fridays, April 20 – May 25
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
This music class series is specifically designed for d/Deaf and hard of
hearing children ages 6 months through 3 years and their parents or
caregivers.
Class fee of $55 for first child / $30 per additional child includes
take home materials. To register, call 414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651
(TTY).
All classes are held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,
10243 W. National Ave., West Allis. For more information, call
414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email kmalak@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Apr 27: Cathedral Chorale Interpreted Performance
My name is Bill Martin, and I sing with Cathedral Chorale. Our next
performance will be Grand Music, on Friday, April 27th. The major piece
we will be singing is Haydn's Mass in Time of War. A beautiful piece
performed by an exceptional group would be further enhanced by an
interpreter(s).
WHEN:
Friday, April 27, 2007
WHERE:
The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist (St. John's Cathedral)
812 N. Jackson St.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Telephone: 414-276-9814
Fax: 414-276-8285
TIME:
7:30 PM
COST:
$20.00 for Adults
$15.00 for Seniors and Students
SPECIAL: Order Tickets Online at www.stjohncathedral.org for $10 each.
Special $10 ticket price only available Online.
Interpreters will be provided.
Questions, please email deafministry@xxxxxxxxxxx
WEBSITE:
http://www.stjohncathedral.org/press/Press%20Release_Grand%20Music.pdf
(Contributed by: Patricia Bronk, WADNet Reader)
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Apr 28: Workshop - Deaf Interpreter...WHAT'S THAT???
UW Milwaukee First Year ITP Students are hosting an educational workshop:
THEME: "Deaf Interpreter... WHATS THAT???"
-What is the purpose of having a Deaf interpreter?
-How does a Deaf Interpreter work for Deaf people and Interpreters?
-Who are the Deaf Interpreters?
Presenter: Lisa Perry Burckhardt, CDI
WHEN: Saturday, April 28th, 2007
TIME: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: WIll O WAY Park Pavilion in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
This event is open to the public, however Interpreters and ITP students
are encouraged to attend!!
There will be a Silent Auction during the Workshop.
After the workshop is completed, catered Dinner is provided.
In the evening at 7:00 PM, DHHA will proudly host: Deaf Comedy!!
Cost: $25.00 for Combo ticket.
Any questions?? Contact Jessica Hess - jahess@xxxxxxx or pbronk@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Patricia Bronk, WADNet Reader)
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Apr 28: DHHA's 8th Deaf Comedy Club (DCC8)
DEAF COMEDY CLUB!
The date is Saturday, April 28, 2007. The Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Alliance (DHHA) is proudly hosting 8th Deaf Comedy Club (DCC8) with our
guest star, "Manny" at Wil-O-Way Community Center in Wauwatosa. You may
check Manny's website at aslstorytelling.com
Please visit DHHA's website for more information: www.dhha-wi.org
NOTE:
Deaf Comedy Club is seeking help in finding future comedy performers to
play on our stage, if you know or find someone that you would like to
see their performance, please let us know with names of performers by
sending an email to dhhaoffice@xxxxxxxxxxx ASAP. We look forward to
booking more comedy performers for our future Deaf Comedy Club events!
On a friendly note, please remember to bring your friends to see our
Deaf Comedy Club guest star: "Manny! The ASL Storyteller" on Saturday
evening, April 28th, 7 pm, at the Wil-O-Way Underwood Community Center.
Check our website at www.dhha-wi.org for more information on Deaf Comedy
Club.
If you would like a free admission to see "Manny!", you can email to
Jch4@xxxxxxx for volunteering opportunities at the Deaf Comedy Club and
the deadline is April 23rd.
If you would like to make a generous donation or to sponsor the 8th Deaf
Comedy Club on April 28th to cover the costs for a stage and lights
rental, or a performer's travel expense, please email to Dan Houlihan at
president@xxxxxxxxxxx
Lastly, DHHA is collaborating with UWM ITP in providing a community
educational workshop on "Certified Deaf Interpreter...What's that ?!?!"
in the afternoon of April 28th, the same date as the Deaf Comedy Club,
at the Wil-O-Way Community Center from 2 - 5 pm. Lisa Perry Burckhardt
is the presenter of this workshop. All are welcome to learn more about
the Deaf Interpreter.
Catered Dinner will be provided from 5 - 7 pm. A combo ticket for all
day (workshop, dinner and DCC) is $25 or $20 for dinner and DCC only.
Tickets must be purchased by Monday, April 23rd. Please make a check
payable to DHHA and send a note along with check to DHHA Office, 9431 W.
Beloit Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53227. Questions about the workshop and
dinner, please direct your email to jahess@xxxxxxx only.
You can come and pay $10 at door, just to see the Deaf Comedy Club.
See you on April 28th! Don't forget to bring your friends!
(Contributed by: Dan Houlihan, DHHA)
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May 9 & 10: Understanding Your Benefits
Need help with:
• Medicare?
• Medicaid?
• Social Security?
• Food Stamps?
• Family Care benefit?
• housing programs?
• unemployment benefit?
• employment benefit?
• Work incentives
• or any other benefit?
There is someone who can help you!
Jeffrey Cucinotta, Disability & Work Incentives Benefit Specialist, is
available to help you understand your benefits or benefits you may
qualify for.
Come and see me
on
May 9th and 10th, 2007
at
Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing
141 N Barstow St Room 104
Waukesha, WI
between 9 am to 4 pm
To schedule an appointment, please call Jeffrey Cucinotta at
1-866-796-9725 tty or 608-266-3118 voice or 608-266-1000 videophone (VP)
or email at
cucinjm@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
View flyer at http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/community/DBS_Day_Waukesha.pdf
(Contributed by: Jeffrey Cucinotta, Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing)
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May 22-Jul 31: Communicating with Kids in Sign
Communicating with Kids in Sign
Dates: Tuesdays, May 22 – July 31
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
This sign language class is for parents, grandparents, relatives,
neighbors, babysitters and any adult who needs to communicate in sign
language with a young child. The focus is on vocabulary and basic sign
language communication used in the day-to-day lives of deaf and hard of
hearing infants/toddlers and their families. Your instructor, Tricia
Condon, is deaf and has extensive experience working with deaf and hard
of hearing children as the Program Assistant for the Kellogg Child and
Family Program at CDHH. Cost is $55 and $45 for each additional family
member. The book Signing for Kids is recommended and available at
CDHH. Registration and payment must be received one week before the
start of class.
All classes are held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,
10243 W. National Ave., West Allis. For more information, call
414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email kmalak@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Jun 8-Jul 6: Kindermusik Community Sign & Sing Class
Kindermusik Community Sign & Sing Class
Dates: Fridays, June 8 – July 6
Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
This music class incorporates singing and sign language is open to any
child ages 6 months through 3 years. Class fee of $55 for first child/
$40 per additional child includes take home materials. To register,
call 414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY).
All classes are held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,
10243 W. National Ave., West Allis. For more information, call
414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email kmalak@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Jun 20-Aug 1: Parent & Child Sign Class, Ages 4 to 8
Parent & Child Sign Class – Ages 4 to 8
Dates: Wednesdays, June 20 – August 1
Time: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
You and your child can learn American Sign Language together in this
special class designed to make learning sign language fun. No books
necessary – you will learn signs by participating in activities, singing
songs and telling stories. Cost is $30 for one parent and child and $10
for each additional child.
Registration and payment must be received one week before the start of
class.
All classes are held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,
10243 W. National Ave., West Allis. For more information, call
414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email kmalak@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Jun 20-Aug 1: Youth Sign Class, Ages 9 to 14
Youth Sign Class – Ages 9 to 14
Dates: Wednesdays, June 20 – August 1
Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Looking for a fun summer activity for your child? This beginner’s
American Sign Language (ASL) class is for kids ages 9 though 14. They
will learn basic vocabulary through special projects, games and social
activities. Cost is $30 per child. Registration and payment must be
received one week before the start of class.
All classes are held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing,
10243 W. National Ave., West Allis. For more information, call
414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email kmalak@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Jul 20-22: GMAD Hosts CAAD Softball Tournament
The 64th Annual Central Athletic Association of the Deaf
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
at
STIX SPORTS AND RECREATION
Hwy 11 & I-94
Sturtevant, WI 53177
Hotel Headquarters:
Marriott
7111 Washington Avenue
Racine, WI 53406
Phone: 262-886-6100 (voice)
JULY 20-22, 2007
HOSTED BY GMAD
TICKET PRICES:
GENERAL ADMISSION
Registration Fee: $10
Saturday Game: $15
Sunday Game: $15
Entertainment: $10 (Saturday Evening)
Program Book: $5 *price may vary*
**Total: $55
EARLY BIRD COMBO (purchase by May 1, 2007)
Student with Photo ID: $25
Senior Citizen (55 and up): $25
Fans: $30
Kids (age 17 & under): $20
Kids (age 11 & under): FREE
2ND CHANCE EARLY BIRD COMBO (purchase by June 1, 2007)
Student with Photo ID: $30
Senior Citizen (55 and up): $30
Fans: $35
Kids (age 17 & under): $20
Kids (age 11 & under): FREE
AT THE DOOR COMBO
Student with Photo ID: $45
Fans: $50
Kids (age 17 & under): $35
Kids (age 11 & under): FREE
(TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE)
See flyer for more details at
http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/community/caadsoftball2007.pdf
For more information, contact caadsoftball2007@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Jamie Kane, WADNet Reader)
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Aug 17-19: CDHH Family Learning Vacation, Lions Camp
Save the Date - Family Learning Vacation 2007
Be sure to save the Date for Family Learning Vacation 2007, which will
take place at the Wisconsin Lions Camp in Rosholt, WI, August 17-19.
Family Learning Vacation (FLV) is an annual event sponsored by the
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, where families with d/Deaf and
hard of hearing children from all over the state get together for a
weekend of fun, friendship and interesting workshops. FLV has become a
tradition for many families in Wisconsin, so please mark your calendars
and take advantage of this special experience this August 17-19.
We’re also looking for volunteers with a strong interest in working with
d/Deaf and hard of hearing children to help with activities throughout
the weekend. For more information about FLV or to learn about volunteer
opportunities available, please call the Center at 414-604-2200 (Voice)
/ 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email ckometer@xxxxxxxx
Kerry Malak
Communications Director
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
www.cdhh.org
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Leslie Riggs
WADNet Post Editor & Listserv Administrator
Wisconsin Association of the Deaf
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