[WADNet Post] Apr 15: SE WI Area News

SE WI AREA NEWS
--  IndependenceFirst Face to Face Program
--  Upcoming Events at CDHH
--  GMAD Upcoming Events
--  Apr 14-May 19: Signing With Your Baby Class
--  Apr 26: DHHA Deaf Comedy Club
--  May 15: ASL BEE Contest - Call for Judges
--  May 16: UWM ITP Graduation
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The "SE Wisconsin Area News" topic replaces the "Milwaukee Area News" & "Racine/Kenosha Area News" topics. It will include announcements about events in Milwaukee/Waukesha, Racine/Kenosha, and other areas near these places. 
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IndependenceFirst Face to Face Program

IndependenceFirst is pleased to offer a new program: Face to Face!

If you:
-- live in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington or Waukesha County
-- meet income qualifications
-- have no high speed internet

IndependenceFirst can help you get set up FREE!
More information (with flyer and application form) is available on WAD's website at 
http://www.wi-deaf.org/web2/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=98&Itemid=148

   (Contributed by: Marian Ecklund, IndependenceFirst)

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Upcoming Events at CDHH
Don't Miss These Upcoming Events at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 

PARENT EDUCATION EVENT

Hearing Assistance Technology Workshop & Ice Cream Social
Thursday, May 1, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for a tour of UniversaLink, the Center's assistive technology program, and learn how to: 
§         Protect your child in case of a house fire
§      Teach your child to wake up to their own alarm clock
§      Help your child hear and understand better in a noisy classroom
§      Ensure your child’s safety and independence when home alone
§ Make it easier for your child to use popular devices like cell phones and IPods 
…and more!
Whether your child is 6 months or 16 years old, this special workshop will help you discover new ways that you can build your child’s independence and self-esteem through the use of technology. 

Presented by Kelly Rehbeck, UniversaLink General Manager
The Ice Cream Social will follow at 7:30 PM. A $5 donation per family is suggested. Please call 414-604-2200 (V) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or email egelinskey@xxxxxxxx no later than April 28 to register. Interpreting and child care must be requested at least one week in advance. 


AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES

ASL I : Tuesdays, June 10 - August 12, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
If you've been curious about American Sign Language, here's your chance to learn basic vocabulary, use of expression and finger spelling. Instructor: Carol Banaszak. The text, Learning American Sign Language is recommended and is available with registration at CDHH. 

ASL II: Mondays, June 9- August 11, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
If you have completed a beginning sign course at CDHH or elsewhere, this class is for you. Develop vocabulary and basic conversation skills and learn more about how to interact with Deaf adults. Instructor: Katie Voss. The text, Learning American Sign Language will be used.
Class series is $85 per student, plus text. All registrations must be received by June 2. 

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES

Communicating with Kids in Sign: A Family Sign Language Class
Tuesdays, June 10 - July 29, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
This 10-week sign 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 children and their families.
Class series is $55 for the first family member and $45 for each additional family member. The book "Signing For Kids" will be used and is available at CDHH for $12. All registrations must be received by June 2. 

Wee Sign Too! - Baby sign class for parents of hearing infants & toddlers
Tuesdays, June 24 - July 29, 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Learn to communicate with your baby before he or she can speak with this sign language class designed for hearing children up to 18 months old and their parents or caregivers. Teaching young children to sign can help them develop spoken language earlier, build a larger vocabulary by age one, and experience less frustration caused by not being able to express their needs.
Class series is $25 for parent and child, $10 for each additional parent or child. Registrations must be received by June17. 

Toddler Signing Story Time
Tuesdays, June 24 - July 29, 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM
Toddlers and young children with or without hearing loss will enjoy popular children's stories such as The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?, told in sign language.
Class series is $25 for parent and child, $10 for each additional parent or child. Registrations must be received by June 17. 

Mom & Me Sign Class (Dads welcome too!)
Mondays, June 23 - July 28, 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
You and your child ages 4 through 10 can learn American Sign Language (ASL) together in this special class designed to make learning sign language fun. No books necessary -- you will learn signs by participating in activities, singing and telling stories.
Class series is $30 for parent and child, $10 for each additional parent or child. Registrations must be received by June 17.
All classes and workshops will be held at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 10243 W. National Ave, West Allis. For more information or to register for any of these events, please call 414-604-2200 (Voice) / 888-742-7651 (TTY) or register online at www.cdhh.org . 

   (Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)

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GMAD Upcoming Events

GMAD Upcoming Events
1725 South 11th, Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53204
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May 2008
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May 3, 2008 - GMAD Board Meeting @ 5 PM

May 3, 2008 - GMADO @ 7 PM

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2008 Play Ball!
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GMAD Women Softball League - 3727 South 78th Street, Milwaukee, WI
May 7, 2008 @ 6 PM, Field #1
May 14, 2008 @ 6 PM, Field #2
May 21, 2008 @ 6 PM, Field #2
May 28, 2008 @ 7 PM, Field #1

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Mark your calendar:  Four Clubs Deaf Picnic - August 16, 2008
Darien West Side Park
335 West Madison Street
Darien, Wisconsin
10 AM to 8 PM
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   (Contributed by: Bonnie Schwebke, GMAD)

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Apr 14-May 19: Signing With Your Baby Class
DHHA is now offering 'Signing With Your Baby' class for the community! Anyone can sign up and attend.
First class will begin Monday, April 14th and continue for 6 weeks at Wil-O-Way Underwood, Monday evenings from 6:30pm-8pm. The cost is $75/person and $100/couple which includes text book and materials. 

More information is on DHHA's website (www.dhha-wi.org).

Spread the word to any interested individuals, family, or friends.

   (Contributed by: Jamie Pieper, DHHA)

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Apr 26: DHHA Deaf Comedy Club

Come for a day of workshops and fun!

Deaf Comedy Club Event
hosted by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Alliance

April 26, 2008

Schedule:
12:30-3:30PM - Code of Ethics Workshop for Interpreters
5:00-6:30PM - Italian Dinner
7:00PM - Abababa Show!

Alan "Abababa" Abarbanell is our featured guest performer!
You can get prices and other information by visiting DHHA's website at http://www.dhha-wi.org/programs/dcc/DCC_08.pdf 

   (Contributed by: DHHA)

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May 15: ASL BEE Contest - Call for Judges
Milwaukee Sign Language School will be having an ASL BEE Contest on May 15th from 8:00 to 1:30pm. Students from K4 - 8th, will have an opportunity to participate in the ASL BEE Contest. We are currently looking for 3 or 4 volunteer judges to participate in this exciting event. If you are interested in being one of the judges, please contact Lindalu Fox-Wheeler at mwheeler2@xxxxxxxxx 

   (Contributed by: Lindalu Fox-Wheeler, WADNet Reader)

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May 16: UWM ITP Graduation

Save the Date:
UW-Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program Graduation
When: Friday, May 16th
Time: 7:00pm
Where: UWM Ballroom in the Union
We hope members of both the Deaf and Interpreting community can join us for an evening of celebration as we honor the ITP students. 

All are welcome!

Pamela Sue Conine (formerly Sommers)
MS CI/CT
UW-Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program
Program Coordinator/Clinical Assistant Professor
2400 East Hartford Avenue
Enderis Hall-Office 669
Milwaukee, WI 53211
414-229-2956
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Leslie Riggs
WADNet Post Editor & Listserv Administrator
Wisconsin Association of the Deaf
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