I am looking for anyone who works in the Deaf community, is deaf, or hard of hearing, for the Appeal-Democrat’s US Profile page. Basically, I want to interview and feature YOU in the Appeal-Democrat’s 6-day page A2 publication about local community members. Don’t be shy! It’s only a general get-to-know you and a chance to spotlight what you do in the community.
E-mail me at hnoda@appeal-democrat.com.
An example of an interview goes like this: click for past interview with Susan Stacy.
Enjoy going to zoos? Reserve the date for Sacramento Zoo Deaf Awareness Day! NorCal Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing are sponsoring a special day at the zoo by having ASL interpreters on site.
When: Sept. 19
Time: 9 AM - 4 PM
Where: Sacramento Zoo at 3930 West Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95822
Web site for more information: http://www.saczoo.com/ and click on “Calendar” on left side navigation menu.
Thanks, Dale Baird.
Judiciary Interpreters or more commonly known, Court Interpreters are probably the most sought-after interpreters followed by, educational interpreters. These judiciary interpreters are not for only the foreign language speakers but also the deafened.
In a nation whose foundation is in civil rights, the constitution and liberty, the civil rights of a Deaf person in the court room is very important. The Deaf person must have equal access and understand what is going on in a court room, whether he/she is on the jury, a defendant or a plaintiff. Therefore, an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter who is certified by the Judiciary system, is required if a Deaf person requests one.
I’ve added a local directory of interpreter agencies for our visitors. Please check it out. It is listed in the right-sidebar titled “Directory of Interpreter Agencies Serving Y-S.”
If you know of another agency that serves the Yuba-Sutter areas, please let me know so that I can add. Also, if the information has changed, please let me know immediately at hnoda@appeal-democrat.com.
On Tuesday, March 31, I went over to Yuba College to speak to Cari Carter’s ASL I and ASL II classes about living and working as a Deaf person in a newspaper industry focusing on the Internet. In ASL I began with a general “who I am” introduction before going into family life experience, mainstreamed school experience, college at American River College and California State University Northridge before going into the working world as a computer graphics design, then into webmastering and going back to college to obtain a BFA degree in Web Development through International Academy of Design and Technology, Tampa online. In ASL II, I described the job titles, functions, and responsibilities of Courtney Lopez, Steve Nelson and myself (sorry Robert LaHue, I limited to three job descriptions). After I talked with the classes, it was their turn to ask questions and comments.
Full story is under this jump.
There is a Blue Ribbon Ceremony in Solidarity for Audism Free America taking place at America River College.
When: Friday, April 3, 2009
Where: Raef Hall at American River College, 4700 College Oak Drive, Sacramento, CA 95841
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
I’d like to take a moment to talk about Audism and explain it, because I know this is not a common public knowledge.
Tickets are on Sale now!
Marysville NorCal Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing are hosting their 2nd annual Dinner & Theater, “Follow the White Rabbit,” based on Alice in Wonderland.
Quick Info:
When: April 25, 2009
Where: Boyd Hall at 1895 Lassen Avenue, Yuba City, CA 95993 (Entrance is on Klamath)
Time: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Doors will open at 5:45 p.m.
Cost: $10 per person. It is strongly reccomended that you RSVP your tickets now because after April 17, only cash will be accepted.
Contact Kimberly Dethlefsen-Koons at: kdethlefsen@norcalcenter.org or call 530-763-1537, 530-740-7802 TTY. She also has OAC (Outreach Advisory Commitee) members selling tickets at locations near you.
Voice Interpreting will be provided. Dinner is served from 6 to 7, play starts at 7. Come, eat, socialize and sit back to enjoy a play in which madness ensues! Alice, the White Rabbit, the Twins, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, March Hare, and the Queen and King will be present along with some of their Cards. This is also for a general audience — some of the characters are children. Click to download the Alice In Wonderland Flyer.
The UbiDuo
FREED Center for Independent Living has the UbiDuo for people to borrow and try out. Just swing by the FREED office at 508 J Street, Marysville, CA or contact FREED at 530-742-4474 (Voice or TTY).
Interpreters - Mark your calendar:
by Lance Forshay, MS
ASL/Deaf Studies Lecturer and Program Coordinator
University of Washington
Cost: $60 before November 10th, 2008. $70 at the door.
Presenter: Lance was born deaf and is fourth of five Deaf generations. He graduated from Kansas School for the Deaf and Gallaudet University. He has a BA in Mathematics and Secondary Education. He also has a MS in Ministry from Southern Christian University, Montgomey, AL. He is presently an ASL and Deaf Studies Lecturer and Program Coordinator at the University of Washington. He is also a Language Mentor for Sorenson Video Interpreters for part time contract.
Description: This is an advanced interpreter workshop on classifier signs in ASL. The focus will be on expanding your understanding and improving your skills of applying classifiers based on visual images.
For more information, contact Tina at 530-604-4782 or tquisha4@yahoo.com.
This just in:
Mark your calendar for Friday, December 12, 2008
Holiday Open House at FREED
Center for Independent Living
508 J Street, Marysville
from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Coffee and sodas will be provided, and you are welcome to bring your favorite holiday treats to share!
* FREED is located in Del Monte Square at corner of 5th and J Street. 530-742-4474
from Claudia Hollis, FREED Center
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