[WADNet Post] Apr 24: General News
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GENERAL NEWS
-- Sprint Offer - BLACKBERRY 8703e EXTENDED!
-- Interpreter Licensure Workshop Slides
-- Water Tower View Apartments
-- April WHAT'S UP! Newsletter
-- IMPORTANT AODA Survey for Adults
-- 2007 Performances at the Commonweal Theatre
-- Apr 23: Accessible Housing Conference
-- Apr 25: UWM ASL Honors Society hosts Gallaudet Presentation
-- Apr 28: DHHA's 8th Deaf Comedy Club (DCC8)
-- May 4-6: ASL WEEKEND IS BACK!
-- May 11: Council for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Meeting
-- Jun 21-24: 50TH Biennial Conference, Delavan
-- Jul 20-22: GMAD Hosts CAAD Softball Tournament
-- Jul 29: WTRS Annual Picnic, Warner Park Madison
-- Aug 17-19: CDHH Family Learning Vacation, Lions Camp
-- Aug 18: 2nd Annual Four Clubs Deaf Picnic
-- Aug 30-Sep 3: 5th Midwest Timberfest of the Deaf
-- Dec 31: New Years Eve 2007
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Sprint Offer - BLACKBERRY 8703e EXTENDED!
NOTE: Sprint's BlackBerry 8703e offer has been extended to May 13, 2007!!
Sprint now offers free Text Message (SMS).
New BLACKBERRY 8703e from SPRINT RELAY… Special offer FREE after mail-in
rebate!
$29.99 Data Only Service Plan (Unlimited Email, Wireless web access,
unlimited Instant Messaging, and Nationwide Data Coverage)
* FREE TEXT MSG/SMS
• Free Sprint Relay Wireless Program
• Free SprintIP on AIM
• Brilliant color display and font sizes
• GPS enabled
• 64 MB memory
• Full QWERTY keypad
• Easy viewing of attachments
• What is new? You can use your BlackBerry as a modem. Fast
downloads, fast surfing, and checking emails
• Only 20 cents per minutes for voice calls when used
Contact: Faye4Sprint@xxxxxxxxx
Thank you & Happy Sprint!
Faye Peters
(Contributed by: Faye Peters, WADNet Reader)
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Interpreter Licensure Workshop Slides
On Saturday, April 7, 2007 in Menasha, a workshop was held to inform the
community about an important bill on Interpreter Licensure and why it
needs to pass in the Wisconsin State Legislature. Joel Mankowski, WAD
Interpreter Licensure Chairperson, presented. The workshop was jointly
sponsored by WAD and FRVAD.
To view the slides, go to
http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/community/terpsws.pdf
(Contributed by: Joel Mankowski, WAD Interpreter Licensure Chairperson)
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Water Tower View Apartments
Water Tower View Apartments
for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf/Blind seniors
1 and 2 bedroom floor plans. Beautifully designed for your needs,
carpeted, all appliances,
Washer-dryer hook-up, underground parking.
Many Community activities to choose from
Prices range from $665-$850 heat included
Apply for a position on our waiting list - must be income qualified
Contact Carol TTY/VP 888-532-4107
or
Katie TTY/VP 888-532-4135
Equal Housing Opportunity
Katie Voss, Housing Consultant
Cardinal Capital Management, Inc.
135 South 84th St., Suite 100
Milwaukee WI 53214
TTY/VP: 888.532.4135
VP IP Address: 75.100.117.42
Office: 414.727.9902
Fax: 414.727.9731
kvoss@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx www.cardinalcapital.us
(contributed by Katie Voss, Cardinal Capital Management, Inc.)
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April WHAT'S UP! Newsletter
Hello everyone! Isn’t this Spring weather WONDERFUL??!!!
The April issue of “What’s Up!” is now available for viewing on the
website. To see it, go to: http://whatsupnewsletter.tripod.com
NIDAC’s website has also been updated. To view that, go to:
http://nidac.tripod.com
Enjoy your day!
Kim Drake
Editor, “What’s Up!” newsletter/website
http://whatsupnewsletter.tripod.com
Fort Wayne, IN
(contributed by Kim Drake, WADNet Reader)
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IMPORTANT AODA Survey for Adults
This IMPORTANT survey is for Deaf, Deafblind and hard of hearing ADULTS
to fill out.
It is COMPLETELY confidential.
You can view it here:
http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/community/AODASurveyforAdults.pdf
(click the link if you see one, or copy and paste the URL into your browser)
Then print the survey, fill it out, and mail it WITHOUT A RETURN ADDRESS
to the address shown at the end of the survey.
(contributed by Denise Johnson, IndependenceFirst)
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2007 Performances at the Commonweal Theatre
Please join us for American Sign Language interpreted performances of
all of our mainstage productions in 2007.
Patrons in need of interpreter services will receive a 50% discount on
all tickets, courtesy of the Commonweal and VSA arts of Minnesota
"Crimes of the Heart" by Beth Henley
June 10 at 2pm
"The Mystery of Irma Vep" by Charles Ludlam
July 29 at 2pm - in our new theatre!
"Wait Until Dark" by Frederick Knott
September 16 at 2pm - in our new theatre!
"Uncle Vanya" by Anton Chekhov
November 4 at 2pm - in our new theatre!
"Inspecting Carol" by Daniel Sullivan
December 16 at 2pm - in our new theatre!
Through July 5, all performances are at the historic St. Mane Theatre in
Lanesboro Minnesota, 206 Parkway Ave N, until we move into our brand
new, fully-accessible home right next door.
Patrons in need of interpreter services will receive a 50% discount on
all tickets, courtesy of the Commonweal and VSA arts of Minnesota.
For reservations, call 800-657-7025 or email tickets@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Website: www.CommonwealTheatre.org
Jill Underwood
Resident Company Member
Commonweal Theatre
www.commonwealtheatre.org
(Contributed by: Jill Underwood, Commonweal Theatre)
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Apr 23: Accessible Housing Conference
On Monday, April 23, 2007, the Madison Mayor’s Office will Host Creating
Accessible Communities: A Conference for Housing Consumers, Builders,
and Developers
On April 23, 2007 at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center,
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz’s office, in cooperation with Access to
Independence, the Madison Area Community Land Trust, and other groups
will sponsor a conference on accessible housing. Members of the
community interested in accessible housing will be invited to learn more
about the need for accessible housing in the Madison area, and what can
be done to increase the availability of accessible housing for the
people who need it. The conference will focus on accessibility in both
the multifamily rental and single-family home ownership markets.
Statistics show that, as the “Baby Boom” generation ages, the need for
accessible housing will increase. This generation sets new standards for
living longer and staying more active. They want to stay in their homes
in the community, not be isolated in nursing homes or segregated in
separate buildings or communities.
The “visitability” movement stresses that housing throughout all our
communities should be “visitable” by people with mobility issues,
allowing full integration of people regardless of their abilities. The
Madison Area Community Land Trust is on the forefront of developing
model “visitable” communities and neighborhoods on Madison’s east side.
As many local architects, housing developers, and housing consumers can
attest, increased accessibility can be attractive and functional. It
benefits not only people with disabilities, but also families with young
children, seniors, and those with temporary disabilities.
Come to the conference to learn more! Registration is FREE if you
register before Monday April 16, $25 if you register after April 16. For
more information contact The Mayor’s Office at (608) 266-4611 or
Textnet/TTY (866) 704-2340.
If you need interpreter services, materials in alternate formats, or
other accommodations to participate, please contact us as soon as
possible. (Sign Language interpreters are being scheduled for the event,
but plans have not been finalized.) To accommodate those with multiple
chemical sensitivity or environmental illness, we ask that you refrain
from wearing perfumes or scented products to this event. We also ask
that participants refrain from flash photography.
(Contributed by: Tracy Miller, Access to Independence, Inc.)
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Apr 25: UWM ASL Honors Society hosts Gallaudet Presentation
UWM ASL Honors Society hosts “Gallaudet... the battle ground for the
future of deafness revisited?” presented by Dick Kinney, a member of the
Board of Trustees at Gallaudet University. This presentation will
address the recent protest at Gallaudet.
This event is a fundraiser to raise money for the upcoming ASL Honors
ceremony on May 18th.
When: Wednesday, April 25th from 6:30-8:30
Where: UWM Enderis Hall- Denemark Lounge
Cost: $5 which includes the presentation and pizza!
(Contributed by: Amy June Rowley, 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 4-6: ASL WEEKEND IS BACK!
ASL Weekend will be May 4th, 5th and 6th, 2007 at the Wisconsin Lion's
Camp in Rosholt, WI.
ASL Weekend is an opportunity to immerse yourself in ASL and Deaf
Culture by participating in:
* A "No Talking Allowed" signing environment!
* Insightful workshops that both Deaf and hearing participants (at
varied levels) can enjoy!
* Spending time with Deaf Mentors!
* Fun activities!
* Entertainment!
* PLENTY OF FUN SOCIAL TIME!
THIS WEEKEND IS ONLY FOR ADULTS WHO HAVE TAKEN AT LEAST ASL II OR ABOVE
OR CAN COMMUNICATE INDEPENDENTLY IN SIGN LANGUAGE.
For registration, presenter, workshop and all other information, please
go to www.aslweekend.org.
Note: DEAF PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE $20.00 OFF ALL PACKAGES!!!
(Contributed by: Cassie (Manuel) Franklin, ASL Weekend Committee)
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May 11: Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Meeting
The Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will meet on Thursday, May
11 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Department of Health and Family Services, 1
West Wilson Street Room 751, Madison. The agenda for the meeting can be
found on the Council website, http://www.dhhcouncil.state.wi.us. The
meeting is open to the public.
(Contributed by: Alice Sykora, WADNet Reader)
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Jun 21-23: 50th Biennial WAD Conference, Delavan
The Southern Lakes Association of the Deaf
hosting
the
50th Biennial Conference
of the
Wisconsin Association of the Deaf
June 21-23, 2007
at
Wisconsin School for the Deaf
Delavan, Wisconsin
Meetings
Workshops
Exhibit Booths
Deaftelligence Bowl
“Welcome to Delavan” Party
WSD Campus and Museum Tours
Picnic
See flyer and registration form on WAD's website - it's on the home
page, or you can click "WAD 50th Biennial Conference" link under
Community Events, or look in Community Calendar - click the calendar,
then click to "jump to month" and select June, then click on 21, 22, or
23 of June.
(Contributed by: Roger Claussen, WAD 50th Biennial Conference Committee)
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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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Jul 29: WTRS Annual Picnic, Warner Park Madison
Our 15th Annual Wisconsin Telecommunications Relay Systems (WTRS) Picnic
is on Sunday July 29, 2007 from 11 AM to 4 PM. It will be held at Warner
Park in Madison, WI.
This is a significant milestone for us because it marks 15 years of
providing relay service to the state of Wisconsin. We want to show our
great appreciation to our customers for using Wisconsin Relay Service.
WTRS is provided by Hamilton Relay and Society’s Assets, Inc.
Best of all, food and beverages are FREE!! We will have activities,
games and door prizes for kids and adults. Perhaps you will win one of
the fabulous door prizes!! Please mark your calendar and bring yourself,
family and friends to the 15th Annual WTRS Picnic on July 29, 2007. We
will be eagerly looking forward to seeing you all there.
For more information, you can contact Relay Customer Service at (800)
283-9877 TTY or (800) 395-9877 voice. We can also be reached via email
at wirelay@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Dave Scotton, WTRS)
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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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Aug 18: 2nd Annual Four Clubs Deaf Picnic
Hosted by Four Deaf Clubs:
Southern Lakes Association of the Deaf
Racine-Kenosha Club of the Deaf
Madison Association of the Deaf
Greater Milwaukee Association of the Deaf
Second Annual Four Clubs Deaf Picnic!
10am - 8pm
Darien West Side Park
Darien, WI
For more details, go to
http://www.wi-deaf.org/images/slad/DeafPicnicAug172007.pdf or go to
http://www.wi-deaf.org, then click "WAD Chapter Events" under WAD
Chapters, then click "Four Clubs Deaf Picnic 2007" link.
You can also see event info in the Community Calendar on WAD website -
just go to August 18, 2007 in the calendar.
(Contributed by: SLAD Officers, SLAD)
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Aug 30-Sep 3: 5th Midwest Timberfest of the Deaf
Come to Midwest Timberfest of the Deaf (MTD) at Camp Lakodia for
lumberjack contests, good fun and great socializing! MTD will provide
daytime events and Camp Lakodia will host nightly events. Vendors will
have booths to sell or advertise products and services. Bring your
family to this unique lakeside setting in Eastern South Dakota!
ø Ax Throwing
ø Log Splitting
ø Single Bucking
ø Much More!
Additional information plus Combo and Combo + Lodging prices can be
found here:
http://www.wi-deaf.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=104&Itemid=59
If you have questions, email Kevin Ryan, MTD Chairperson, at
wrestkpt42@xxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Dave Surprenant, WADNet Reader)
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Dec 31: New Years Eve 2007
West Suburban Association of the Deaf
is proud to host...
New Years Eve 2007
Monday - December 31, 2007
Entertainment:
Pinky Tells the Real Story Videophone & Video Relay Service II
Flame Juggler
*Prizes
*Dance Contest!
*Best Outfits Contest
*Photography
*Surprise ! :-)
Radisson Hotel
at Ballroom Entrance
1725 E. Algonquin Road
Schaumburg, IL 60173
See website for more information: www.wsadeaf.org
or attached flyer/announcement
(contributed by: Tim Mahoney, WADNet Reader)
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Leslie Riggs
WADNet Post Editor & Listserv Administrator
Wisconsin Association of the Deaf
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