YOU CODA? TV Program "Switched At Birth" Seeking CODA ACTOR! Spread the word to CODAs!

Switched At Birth is looking for CODAs, Age 18-26

Tweeted by MARLEE MATLIN'S TWITTER ACCOUNT (February 7, 2012)

Switched At Birth is looking for actors to play high school hearing CODAs (children of Deaf Adults).

They are looking for males and females, over 18, who can still "play" high school. (If you are 18 to 26ish, that would be perfect!)

Producers are looking for HEARING and completely fluent in ASL actors.

If you are interested, send a recent photo and short bio. Your bio should include:

Name
Age
Where you live/address
Any acting experience
and why you became fluent in ASL

Make sure to include your phone number and an e-mail address too!

NO phone calls or email submissions please.

Submit by mail only to:

Attention: Martha Jones
c/o DDBradley Casting
11340 Moorpark Street
Studio City, CA 91602

Submissions should be sent by March 1, 2012


*CODA Stamp: You can find it at Harris Communications

Looking For an Audiologist Fluent in ASL in Surprise, Az? Find her in Premier Hearing Center!

Audiologist Fluent in ASL

Premier Hearing in Sun City is proud to welcome Dr. Marguerite Ogden. Dr. Ogden began her doctoral work in audiology at Gallaudet University. She completed her doctoral work at the University of Texas at Austin with a specialization in audiology and culturally Deaf individuals. During her doctoral career she was awarded several scholarships for her work, including the Starkey William F. Austin Scholarship, which is awarded to only five Au.D. students nationally. Dr. Ogden is fluent in ASL. She has worked at audiology clinics in Houston, Austin, Washington D.C., and Sydney, Australia.

To make an appointment, call 623-933-3088 or email margueriteo@premierhearing.com. Address: Premier Hearing, 12621 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ 85351

Please let me know.

Sincerely,
Marguerite Ogden

Premier Hearing Center Website: http://www.premierhearing.com/sun-city-location

Signs of Love Bowling Day in Tempe: Saturday, March 10

East Valley Tribune: Tempe's First Apartments For Deaf At Capacity

East Valley Tribune on February 9, 20112

A 75-unit apartment complex in Tempe is at maximum capacity six months after opening, but that's not what makes this complex different from any other in the city, the Valley or even most in the nation.

This apartment complex is specially designed for deaf senior citizens, one of only a few in the nation.

"This is only the 14th development of its kind in the United States. In supporting Apache ASL Trails, we are keeping our commitment of being a diverse community with a variety of housing choices," said Tempe Council member Corey Woods in a press release on the opening of the complex in July. "Apache ASL Trails will allow its residents to live without barriers, and that freedom is important for everyone."

Wide hallways and multiple common areas create a community. Video phones let residents talk with others in the deaf community with ease or through interpreters to those who are hearing. ASL-friendly businesses line the street level facing Apache Boulevard.

Read more: click here

28th Annual Bowling Tournament this coming weekend! February 18 & 19

Social & Cards After the Bowling Tournament this coming Saturday: February 18

Tenth Annual Northern Arizona Deaf Golf Association (NADGA) Golf Outing Saturday, April 21

8th Annual Deaf Ladies Putter Pairs Tournament in Surprise Saturday, April 21

February 14: Happy 100th Birthday, Arizona...Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy 100th Birthday, Arizona!

February 14, 1912 - February 14, 2012

Happy Valentine's Day!

from Deaf Cactus News Staff

Donna, Sean & Susie

Charles "Chuck" Clifford Baird: February 22, 1947 - February 10, 2012

Charles "Chuck" Clifford Baird, a well known Deaf artist recently passed away.
February 22, 1947 - February 10, 2012

Deaf Cactus News would like to express our condolences to Chuck Baird's family and friends. He will be truly missed by all of us. Godspeed Chuck!

A facebook page has been establish in honor of Chuck Baird.
Website for this FB page is: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291060890955976/#!/groups/291060890955976/

Other websites and videos of Chuck Baird:

http://www.chuckbairdart.com/

http://deafnation.com/joelbarish/people/chuck-baird-deaf-artist/

http://deafyouvideo.blogspot.com/2012/01/deaf-artist-chuck-baird.html

http://deafnation.com/missysview/a-note-to-chuck-baird/

NEW LOCATION: Arizona Desert Fire Shootout Will Be Held at PHOENIX DAY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF on Saturday, February 18

ATTENTION: 

The location is changed from MCC to PDSD! 

Spread the word and notify everyone about this location! 

Thank you! 

Open Captioned Movie (OC) in Scottsdale: CHRONICLE February 16

Ultrastar Scottsdale Pavilion

9090 W. Indian Bend Road

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Thursday, February 16 at 5:30 pm

Open Captioned Movie (OC) in Scottsdale: THE GREY February 14

Ultrastar Scottsdale Pavilion

9090 W. Indian Bend Road

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Tuesday, February 14 at 4:25 pm

Open Captioned Movie (OC) in Surprise: RED TAILS February 12 & 15

UltraStar Surprise Pointe 14

13649 North Litchfield Road
Surprise, AZ 85374

Open Captioned Showtimes: 

2/12 at 1:45pm & 2/15 at 7:20pm

Foreign Language Film: EK MAIN AUR EKK TU (In Hindi with English subtitles) In Scottsdale Sunday, February 12

Ultrastar Scottsdale Pavilion

9090 W. Indian Bend Road

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Sunday, February 12 at 6:30 pm

Foreign Language Film: "PINA Dance, Dance, Otherwise We Are Lost" Now Showing in Scottsdale Until Thursday, February 16

Ultrastar Scottsdale Pavilion

9090 W. Indian Bend Road

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

ENGLISH SUBTITLE

Showtimes:  Noon  2:30pm  5:05pm  7:40pm  10:15pm

Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind: 100th Anniversary Reunion

ASDB 100th Anniversary Reunion- We have amazed historical photos, many senior class year pictures, and etc. Don't forget to register for EARLY BIRD COMBOS before May 1st.

To find out more information, contact Beverly Hawkins, bwhawkins131@gmail.com
or more questions/answers to asdb100@gmail.com

Thanks,
ASDB 100th Anniversary Reunion Committees

Valley Center of the Deaf: A Multi-Layered Approach To Mentoring Workshop on Saturday, February 25: Early Bird February 13

A Multi-Layered Approach to Mentoring 

Presented by Cathy Shemash

.7 CEUs in PS

February 25, 2012

9:00am-5:00pm

(lunch will be provided)

Cathy is the director of Interpreting Services for the Community Outreach Program for the Deaf in New Mexico, as well as the Coordinator for the INStep Internship Program, a year long internship for recent interpreting student graduates. She is responsible for mentoring an average of 6-10 interns at any given time and has been mentoring for approximately 10 years.

Cathy Shemash has been a sign language interpreter for 15 years. She graduated with a BA from the ASL-English Interpretation Department at Columbia College Chicago in 1996. Cathy worked many years in the freelance community, as well as post-secondary educational interpreting. In 2001, Cathy took a position as Coordinator of Interpretation Services at Columbia College, as well as an adjunct faculty position in the ASL-English Interpretation Department. While at Columbia, Cathy worked in conjunction with the Practicum Program to ensure the quality of observation and interpreting opportunities, as well as facilitating the mentoring process.

Workshop will be held on 2/25 at the
HOLIDAY INN Conference Room
777 N. Pinal Avenue
Casa Grande, AZ 85122

COST: Early Bird by February 13, 2012
CEUs: $90 (lunch will be provided)
NO CEUs: $45 (lunch will be provided)
After early bird deadline of February 13, 2012 – additional $10

Community Outreach Program for the Deaf-New Mexico is an authorized CMP sponsor through the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Participants will earn .4 PS CEU’s for each workshop. Failure to attend the workshop in its entirety will result in forfeiture of CEU’s. No partial CEU’s will be given.

To register for the workshop(s) call VCD to pay with a credit card or mail a check (payable to Valley Center of the Deaf) with your information.

Valley Center of the Deaf
5025 E Washington St., Ste 114
Phoenix, AZ 85034
www.vcdaz.org
Phone: 602-267-1921
Fax: 602-273-1872
E-mail: administration@vcdaz.org

National Association of the Deaf: Come to the NAD Conference in Louisville, KY - July 3-7, 2012!

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National Association of the Deaf: 2012 NAD Conference Early Bird Discount - $135 General/$125 Youth!

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Signs of Love COURAGEOUS Movie Sunday, February 19

SEE THE FLYER! Arizona Desert Fire (AZDF): 16th Annual Arizona Desert Fire Shootout in PHOENIX, AZ Saturday, February 18

Arizona Deaf Fire (AZDF) 

presents its

DESERT CLASSIC ANNUAL INVITATIONAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

When: SATURDAY, February 18th, 2012

Where: Phoenix Day School for the Deaf (PDSD)

Time: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Admission: Adults $5.00  Kids Under 12 Free

Arizona Desert Fire (AZDF): Desert Classic Annual Invitational Basketball Tournament in Mesa, AZ Saturday, February 18

Arizona Deaf Fire (AZDF) 

presents its

DESERT CLASSIC ANNUAL INVITATIONAL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

When: SATURDAY, February 18th, 2012

Where: PDSD

Time: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Admission: Adults $5.00  Kids Under 12 Free

AZDF's FLYER: 
Click here to see the flyer! 

Harris Communications: CaptionCall - SPECIAL OFFER for Customers with Hearing Loss! Limited Time!

Don’t let hearing loss keep you from using a telephone. CaptionCall is a quality amplified phone that displays captions on a large, easy-to-read screen. Now, for a limited time, it is free for people with hearing loss.*

There are no contracts or hidden costs or service fees and CaptionCall will deliver and install your phone for free. All you need is a high speed internet connection, a standard home phone connection and an ordinary electrical outlet.

* CaptionCall can offer this phone because they are reimbursed by the FCC for providing a valuable service for people with hearing loss.

To find out more, go to Harris Communications at http://bit.ly/HarrisComm_DC020512  .

What's Up in Tucson on Saturday, February 4? Alumni PDSD vs ASDB Basketball Games and Deaf Night Out!

Click pictures below for full information!

Alumni PDSD vs ASDB

Deaf Night Out (DNO)

A Week from Sunday: Phoenix Deaf Women Organization (PDWO) Town Hall Meeting Sunday, February 12...RSVP: February 8

Open Captioned Movie (OC) in Surprise: THE GREY Sun. February 5 & Wed. February 8

UltraStar Surprise Pointe 14

13649 North Litchfield Road

Surprise, AZ 85374

THE GREY (OC)

Sunday, February 5 at 1:00 pm

Wednesday, February 8 at 7:00 pm 

Super Bowl XLVI: PepsiCo and National Association of the Deaf

The National Association for the Deaf (NAD) and PepsiCo announce that the NAD Miss Deaf America, Rachel Mazique, will perform the National Anthem and America the Beautiful in American Sign Language (ASL) at the upcoming Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis on February 5, 2012.  The NAD in partnership with PepsiCo worked closely with the National Football League to ensure that America's songs would be delivered in ASL at the Super Bowl. 

“The NAD thanks PepsiCo and the NFL for their support in ensuring that the elegance and allure of the National Anthem and America the Beautiful would once again be showcased through ASL,” said Bobbie Beth Scoggins, NAD President.

"Inclusion does not happen overnight, rather it is a journey of awareness,” said Massimo d’ Amore, President, Global Beverages, and executive sponsor of the EnAble inclusion initiative at PepsiCo. “That is why PepsiCo partners with such visible champions as National Association of the Deaf (NAD) to drive positive change. Our partnership with NAD began with 'Bob's House,' the ASL ad we ran during the 2008 Super Bowl pre-game show, so it is only fitting that we are working together to once again use this amazing platform to shine a light on ASL and the issue of inclusion."

The Super Bowl is one of the most sought after sporting events of the year and is watched by millions.  The NAD is grateful to its partners for their support in promoting the artistry and linguistic importance of American Sign Language.

Thanks to Astrid Goodstein for this information

Free Tax Assistance and Interpreter in Prescott, Arizona: Services Between Now and April 17

Thanks to Don Gulley for this information

Spend an Evening of Family Fun at SEA LIFE...EVAD's Fundraising Event this Coming Saturday, February 4

REMINDER: EVAD's Three Future Events...Mark Dates on Your Calendar!

Announcement from Deaf Community of Surprise: No Deaf Social Night in Surprise this Coming Friday, February 3rd

Message from Norbert Enos, Chairperson:

No Deaf Social Night (DSN) at Christ Church of the Valley (CCV) this coming Friday, February 3. There will be a wedding that evening in the church.

See you next month, March 2nd.

  MARCH

It's February! Are You Ready for the Valentine's Day? Here's a Heart For You!

Thanks to Susie for this lovely picture she found for the Deaf Cactus News! 

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf: Berg Seeger Track & Field Classic April 20-21

Miss Deaf Arizona Pageant Fundraising Event: THE KING AND I Performance Interpreted for the Deaf Saturday, February 11

Open Captioned Movie (OC) in Scottsdale: EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE February 7 and 9

UltraLuxe Scottsdale Pavilions

9090 East Indian Bend Road

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

EXTREMELY LOUD AND INCREDIBLY CLOSE (OC)

Tuesday, February 7 at 5:00 pm

Thursday, February 9 at 8 pm

REMINDER: DSA Baltimore 2013 Conference Fund Raiser: GRAND CANYON TRAIN RIDE April 9-10, 2012

See What I'm Saying: SWITCHED AT BIRTH Tuesday, January 31 and DISNEY Friday-Sunday, March 16-18

 *TL Forsberg from "See What I'm Saying" and
Anthony Natale from "See What I'm Saying" DVD extras are making their debut on ABCFamily's Switched at Birth!


Tuesday, January 31, 2012
8pm/7pm Central
***ARIZONA TIME: 6pm***

CONGRATULATIONS TL AND ANTHONY
and to the rest of the SAB cast and crew!


*Disney and "See What I'm Saying" are teaming up for a special event
March 16-18, 2012
Downtown Disney - Anaheim, CA

Live performances with deaf entertainers, screenings of the film and more. The live event is free! No tickets needed for Downtown Disney, which is right next to Disneyland. Schedule and details coming soon, so hold the dates.

Live performances with deaf entertainers all weekend. Screenings and Q&A with the cast of "See What I'm Saying." "Switched at Birth" season finale and "The Hammer" will also be screened with cast members from all 3 at Downtown Disney AMC! Movie tickets will be sold at least a week before the event. News will be announced via newsletter and our "See What I'm Saying" facebook fan page.

Sent by Hilari Scarl

Western States Basketball Classic January 26-28, 2012: FINAL RESULTS

Arizona Relay Service (AZRS) and Arizona Commission for the Deaf and HH (ACDHH): Two Presentations Friday, February 3

Please Join Us!

Who: Arizona Relay Service (AZRS) and the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing (ACDHH)
What: Presentations on Captioned Telephone (CapTel®) and Interpreter Licensure and your Rights with Licensure
When: February 3rd, from 4:00pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Mohave Library District, Program Room, 3269 North Burbank Street , Kingman , Arizona

About the Presenters:

Captioned Telephone Services
Join Lisa Furr, AZRS Outreach Coordinator & Account Manager, for live demonstrations of the latest innovations in captioned telephone technologies available through AZRS and Hamilton CapTel.
Captioned Telephone is a great solution for increasing clarity and confidence over the telephone for individuals who experience hearing loss. With Captioned Telephone, you can listen while reading word-for-word captions of what’s said to you. Provided on a variety of platforms, Captioned Telephone solutions are available for your home, office, or while on the go!

Interpreter Licensure and your Rights with Licensure
Join Emmett Hassen , ACDHH Licensing and Certification Coordinator on State Statutes and Rules on Interpreter Licensure, for this educational workshop. All are welcome to attend (individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, community members, community Interpreters, etc…) to receive insight into the licensure rules and requirements established in the State of Arizona .

For any questions, please contact Lisa Furr , Arizona Relay Outreach Coordinator & Account Manager at 520.445.8373 (VP), 520.468.7002 (Voice) or email Lisa.Furr@hamiltonrelay.com or Emmett Hassen , ACDHH Licensing and Certification Coordinator at 480-264-0188 (VP), or email E.Hassen@acdhh.az.gov.

Sign Language Interpreters and light refreshments will be provided by AZRS and ACDHH.

We look forward to seeing you there!