[WADNet Post] May 2, 2006: Milwaukee Area News
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MILWAUKEE AREA NEWS
-- May 6: Early Combo Deadline for Great Lakes Deaf Bowling Association 2007
-- Jun 2: PIE 10th Anniversary Party
-- Jun 4: Ladybug Tea Date Change!
-- Jun 9: Milwaukee Deaf Bowling League Meeting
-- Jun - Jul: Summer Activities at CDHH
-- Nov 3-4: CDHH Used Book Sale Fundraiser - Donations Needed
-- CDHH New Location Reminder
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May 6: Early Combo Deadline for Great Lakes Deaf Bowling Association 2007
Milwaukee Deaf Bowling Assocation will host GLDBA 2007 in Milwaukee.
Early Combo is $25 UNTIL May 6th. For more information, contact David
Letkiewicz at DLetkiewicz@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by MDBA Head Committees)
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Jun 2: PIE 10th Anniversary Party
Please Join Us And Celebrate!
Everyone is Welcome!
PIE's 10th Anniversary Party
When: Friday June 2nd
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Where: PIE Office
6510 W. Layton Ave., Suite 2
Greenfield, WI 53220
Stop in and enjoy refreshments & door prizes!!
Door prizes are not Milwaukee Specific and can be used around the state.
Please RSVP by May 26th to PIE:
Email: pieinc@xxxxxxx
Phone: 414-282-8115 / 888-801-9393
VP: 69.11.237.115
(Contributed by: PIE Office, PIE)
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Jun 4: Ladybug Tea Date Change!
The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Alliance announces that the 6th annual
"Ladybug Tea" party has a new date:
Sunday, June 4th at 1:00 until 3:30pm
Wil-O-Way Underwood Recreation Center
10602 Underwood Parkway in Wauwatosa
The party was first scheduled for May 13; however, this date was
difficult for many people, so we hope the
postponement makes it easier for more who wish to attend.
Who comes to the Ladybug Tea?
It is for mothers who are hearing to bring their daughters who are Deaf
or hard of hearing.
It is for mothers who are Deaf or hard of hearing to bring their
daughters who are Deaf, hard of hearing or hearing.
Families may also invite hearing siblings, grandmothers, aunts and dear
friends.
Boys, accompanied by their moms, can come too.
Our theme this year is "It's Fun to be Fancy"
If you can wear something sparkly, frilly, feminine and fun, please do!
Purses, scarves, feathers and bling are definitely
appropriate! Let your inner child out to play!
Registration form can be found on the website of the Deaf & Hard of
Hearing Alliance.
www.dhha-wi.org Click on "events"
Questions can be directed to:
Barb Aschenbrenner barba24@xxxxxxxxxxxxx (414) 379-0925
(Contributed by: Barb Aschenbrenner, DHHA)
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Jun 9: Milwaukee Deaf Bowling League Meeting
Milwaukee Deaf Bowling League 2005-2006 has completed.
We will have a meeting on June 9th at 7pm at Greater Milwaukee
Association for the Deaf for upcoming season
2006-2007.
If you are thinking about joining Milwaukee Deaf Bowling League. It's
right place for you to come and find out. June
9th is to discuss and decide on how many teams we will have and the
league will start in August 3rd week. If you
are unsure about joining but you can also become subsitute if we need
some. If you need any questions. Please feel
free to contact at DLetkiewicz@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Milwaukee Deaf Bowling League Officers)
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Jun - Jul: Summer Activities at CDHH
Summer Activities at the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Preschool Dramatic Storytelling Group for Ages 3 to 5
Wednesdays, 12:30 – 2:30 PM
June 21 through July 26
Your young d/Deaf or hard of hearing children will love this popular
summer activity that involves role playing,
storytelling, hands-on activities and art projects based on children’s
stories. A fun and creative way to facilitate
speech, language and auditory goals and concept development. Enrollment
is limited. Early registration is
recommended.
Fee: $145 per child
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Parent and Child Sign Class, ages 4 to 8
Mondays, 12:30 - 1:30PM
June 19 through July 31 (no class July 3)
You and your child 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 songs and telling
stories.
Fee: $30 for one parent and child
$10 for each additional child
*****
Youth Sign Class, ages 9 to 14
Mondays, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
June 19 through July 31 (no class July 3)
Looking for a fun summer activity for your child? This beginner’s
American Sign Language (ASL) class is for kids
ages 9 through 14. They will learn basic vocabulary through special
projects, games and social activities.
Fee: $30 per child
*****
ASL I Class
Tuesday evenings, 6:00 -9:00 PM
June 12 through August 8 (no class July 4)
If you’ve been curious about American Sign Language (ASL), here’s your
chance to learn basic vocabulary, use of
expression and fingerspelling. Plus, you’ll be introduced to Deaf
culture. 8 three-hour sessions.
Fee: $85 per student
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ASL II Class
Thursday evenings, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
June 15 through August 3
If you have completed a beginning sign course at CDHH or elsewhere, this
class is for you. You will develop
vocabulary and basic conversation skills. Learn more about how to
interact with Deaf adults. 8 three-hour sessions.
Fee: $85 per student
All programs are held at the:
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
10243 W. National Avenue
West Allis, WI 53227
For more information or to register for any of these programs, please
call 414-604-2200 (Voice) / 888-742-7651
(TTY) or e-mail kcarlson@xxxxxxxxx
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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Nov 3-4: CDHH Used Book Sale Fundraiser - Donations Needed
Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Seeking Donations of Used Books and
Videos
The Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CDHH) will be holding its
first annual used book sale on November 3
and 4, 2006, at its headquarters located at 10243 W. National Avenue in
West Allis. The Center is currently seeking
donations of gently used books, videos, or DVD’s, to include in this
sale. Donations to CDHH are tax deductible and
may be dropped off at CDHH during normal business hours, Monday through
Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Arrangements can also be made to have donated items picked up from your
home or business.
Volunteers are also needed for this event, to pick-up, sort and price
donated materials in advance. Individuals
interested in volunteering to help with this event, or who wish to
donate materials can call 414-604-7210 (Voice) /
888-742-7651 (TTY) or e-mail akelchen@xxxxxxxx for more information.
All proceeds from this fundraising event will go to support the many
programs and services provided by CDHH for
children and adults with hearing loss in Wisconsin. The Center for the
Deaf and Hard of Hearing has been serving
individuals with hearing loss for more than 75 years. It offers a full
range of services and technologies to enhance the
quality of life for individuals with hearing loss. For more information,
visit www.cdhh.org.
(Contributed by: Kerry Malak, CDHH)
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CDHH New Location Reminder
Just a reminder, that the Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
recently moved into its new headquarters in West
Allis. Below is our new contact information.
Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
10243 W. National Avenue
West Allis, WI 53227
(Between I894 and Hwy 100)
Phone: 414-604-2200
TTY: 888-742-7651
Fax: 414-604-7200
E-mail: info@xxxxxxxx
Website: www.cdhh.org
UniversaLink at CDHH – Assistive Technology Showroom
Phone: 414-541-5465 / 800-755-7994
TTY: 888-742-7654
Email: universalink@xxxxxxxx
CommunicationLink – Interpreter Coordination Services
Phone: 414-604-7231 / 800-542-9838
TTY: 888-758-6043
E-mail: commlink@xxxxxxxx
Community Audiology Services
Phone: 414-541-4327
TTY: 888-742-7651
Email: cas@xxxxxxxx
(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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