MILWAUKEE AREA NEWS -- ACCESS Program at the Rep -- Apr 4: GMAD Deaf Women's Softball Signup -- Apr 14: Big Buddy/Little Buddy Skating Party -- Apr 14: Cream City Chorus Interpreted Performance -- 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 ================================================ 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 SensesMilwaukee 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 PMCaptioned 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 PMThroughout 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@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFor information about our exciting upcoming season go to www.milwaukeerep.com!
(Contributed by: Annie Jurczyk, Milwaukee Repertory Theater) ================================================ Apr 4: GMAD Deaf Women's Softball Signup Hey Ladies,Are you interested to join our Greater Milwaukee Association of the Deaf Women’s Softball League this summer?
We are currently setting up our first GMAD 2007 softball meeting this week Wednesday (April 4, 2007) at Club Paragon, 3578 South 108th Street, Greenfield, WI 53228. We would like to start getting together at 5 PM to have dinner and discuss softball league issues.
*** Dinner is at your own expense. ***Please invite others who you think would be interested to play for GMAD softball league this summer. We strongly encourage deaf and hard of hearing to join us but hearing people who know signs are welcome too.
Softball League cost per player: In the city of Milwaukee is $12.00 Out of the city of Milwaukee is $24.00 You will also need to pay for:GMAD membership due of $10.00 for Sports Only since GMAD is sponsoring our Softball league.
Please let me know if you are coming by Wednesday, April 4, 2007 before noon so we have the head count to provide for the restaurant staff. We hope to see you Wednesday.
Any concerns or questions please bring these issues during the meeting. Thank you, Denise Johnson (djohnson58@xxxxxxxxxxxxx) GMAD Women's Softball Manager (Contributed by: Denise Johnson, GMAD Women's Softball) ================================================ Apr 14: Big Buddy/Little Buddy Skating Party Big Buddy / Little Buddy Skating PartyJoin 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 AllisCost: $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.
(Contributedy by: Kerry Malak, CDHH) ================================================ 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 ********************************************************* ** SPECIAL TICKET PRICE DISCOUNT AVAILABLE! ** *********************************************************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. FunPlus, 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) ================================================ 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.htmOn 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) ============================================= 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 AMThis 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) ============================================= Apr 27: Cathedral Chorale Interpreted PerformanceMy 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, 2007WHERE: 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 StudentsSPECIAL: 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@xxxxxxxxxxxWEBSITE: http://www.stjohncathedral.org/press/Press%20Release_Grand%20Music.pdf
(Contributed by: Patricia Bronk, WADNet Reader) ================================================ 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, WisconsinThis 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) ============================================= 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) ================================================== 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 pmTo 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) ============================================= 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 PMThis 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) ============================================= 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 AMThis 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) ============================================= 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 PMYou 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) ============================================= 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 PMLooking 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) ============================================= 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) ================================================== Aug 17-19: CDHH Family Learning Vacation, Lions Camp Save the Date - Family Learning Vacation 2007Be 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) ================================================== ================================================== Leslie Riggs WADNet Post Editor & Listserv Administrator Wisconsin Association of the Deaf -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- TO SUBSCRIBE to the WADNet Post, please email to wadnetpost-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with 'subscribe' in the Subject field. IF YOU ARE CHANGING EMAIL ADDRESSES, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE TWO STEPS:1) UNSUBSCRIBE from the WADNet Post by sending an email from your OLD email address to wadnetpost-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with 'unsubscribe' in the Subject field.
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