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Deaf Mentor Program News
July 2023
 
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Program Updates
The Deaf Mentor Program is available through in-person and virtual visits.

Email kmakowski@spanadvocacy.org for more information about the program.
 
Special Events
Franklin Institute: Family ASL Day
 
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"Please Touch" Museum: Family ASL Day
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NJ Deaf Fest: Cultural Celebration
We are thrilled to announce the most anticipated cultural celebration of the year!
Deaf Fest Event Details
  • Date: Saturday, September 23, 2023
  • Time: 11 AM to 4 PM
  • Location: Forest Lodge
11 Reinman Road
Warren, NJ 07059

Mark your calendars for this fall's statewide event, where the Deaf community comes together for a day filled with laughter, magic, and cultural delights.
Delightful Treats Await You!
Indulge in a variety of mouthwatering food and refreshments available throughout the event. Come hungry, leave happy!

Embracing Accessibility:
At Deaf Fest, inclusivity is top priority. The team is committed to providing a fully accessible experience for all attendees. Sign language interpretation services will be available for stage performances, ensuring everyone can enjoy the festivities.
 
Prepare to be amazed by our talented lineup of Deaf and hard-of-hearing comedians who will tickle your funny bone and leave you in stitches!
Witness the art of magic as our brilliant Deaf magician mystifies the audience with mind-blowing tricks and illusions.
You won't want to miss these captivating performances! Tickets are limited.
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LSL Corner
Fun summer adventures can help your child grow and expand their language while making lasting memories. Use this list of adventures and activities as a road map to create intentional Listening
and Spoken Language (LSL) learning opportunities for your child this summer!
 
LSL Summer Bucket List Strategies
Summer is here! With the change in routine, you may be wondering what you can do to make sure you stay consistent with your LSL habits. Summer provides endless opportunities to keep your child on track with language development.
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ASL Corner
Get ready to embrace the sunny season with I See Summer, a delightful children's book with its vivid illustrations and charming storytelling. This book takes readers on a journey through the joys of summertime, from sipping on lemonade in the shade to enjoying picnics in the park. Take a break from the heat and dive into the pages of I See Summer for a sweet and sunny adventure.

Author: Charles Ghigna | Illustrator: Ag Jatkowska
ASL Storytelling: Krista Hine
Produced by: Pineapple and Cheese Productions, a Deaf-owned business
Described & Captioned Media Program
DCMP educates students with sensory disabilities, along with their parents and teachers. Their major network-produced, educational content is carefully customized to serve the needs of K-12 students, as well as adult students studying to meet the needs of blind and deaf students.
 
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If you would like to receive information about the COVID-19 vaccine for your child(ren), please email mdujue@spanadvocacy.org.
Contact kmakowski@spanadvocacy.org if you have any questions about our program.
 
 
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