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Signing Stories @ Your Library

A program series for families of deaf and hard of hearing children and for those who work with deaf children. Sponsored by Broward County Library in partnership with Alliance for Families with Deaf Children.

South Regional/BCC

7300 Pines Blvd

Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

954-201-8825

These programs, for adults and children up to age 12, include storytelling experiences in American Sign Language followed by supervised literacy activities for children and workshops for adults on the educational needs of deaf and hard of hearing children, and how the libraries can support those needs.

Programs are free of charge. Refreshments will be provided.

All programs are on the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon.

October 6, 2007

Language Development Milestones

Ever wonder how auditory languages compare with visual languages?  Come and learn about the milestones and activities you can do to facilitate both spoken and signed languages.

November 3, 2007

Activities You Can Do to Enrich Your Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child's Life

Come be a part of the Big Read for Little Readers in partnership with Florida Center for the Book. Join in the fun as you roll up your creative sleeves to construct activities to use with your child in order to promote social and academic success!  This is a make-it/take-it workshop!

December 1, 2007

Meet the Deaf Community: Success Stories

Have your questions answered regarding being deaf or hard of hearing by participating in an interactive panel discussion. You will discover the unique educational, linguistic, and life experiences of Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals - prepare to be amazed!

February 2, 2008

Advocacy: Just Do It! (In partnership with Florida CHAIN)

Do you know how an idea becomes a law? Do you know how you can affect existing laws that affect you and your child's access to adequate health care? This workshop discusses tools available to influence the decisions legislators take affecting our lives.

March 1, 2008

Resources and Technology that Enhances Deaf Individuals' Lives

Gather resources and gain knowledge about the videophone, sidekick and many more technological devices that allow Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals to be self sufficient.

April 5, 2008

Cochlear Implants and American Sign Language

What DOES the research say? Come uncover the facts and debunk the myths during a presentation that will focus on how American Sign Language and cochlear implants can co-exist.

May 3, 2008

2nd ASL Literacy Festival

Come join us for presentations by a famous deaf author, entertainment by deaf performers, resource booths, and numerous children's activities. It will be a day you don't want to miss!

Pre-register by email to jennifer@affwdc.org or online at www.affwdc.org

Sign language and voice interpreting will be available for workshops.