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SUMMARY:Rachel Kolb — Articulate: A Deaf Memoir of Voice - with Kristen Harmon — at Union Market
DESCRIPTION:Rachel Kolb was born profoundly deaf the same year that the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed\, and she grew up as part of the first generation of deaf people with legal rights to accessibility services. Still\, from a young age\, she contorted herself to expectations set by a world that prioritizes hearing people. So even while she found clarity and meaning in American Sign Language (ASL) and written literature\, she learned to speak through speech therapy and to piece together missing sounds through lipreading and an eventual cochlear implant. \nNow\, in Articulate\, Kolb blends personal narrative with commentary to explore the different layers of deafness\, language\, and voice. She tells the story of how\, over time\, she came to realize that clear or articulate self-expression isn’t just a static pinnacle to reach\, a set of words to pronounce correctly\, but rather a living and breathing process that happens between individual human beings. In chronicling her own voice and the many ways she’s come to understand it\, Kolb illuminates the stakes and complexities of finding mutual and reciprocal forms of communication. \nPart memoir\, part cultural exploration\, Articulate details a life lived among words in varied sensory forms and considers why and how those words matter. Told through rich storytelling\, analysis\, and humor\, this is a linguistic coming-of-age in both Deaf and hearing worlds\, challenging us to consider how language expresses our humanity–and offering more ways we might exist together. \nRachel Kolb is a graduate of Stanford University\, she was the first signing deaf Rhodes Scholar at Oxford\, holds a PhD in English literature from Emory University\, and recently completed a junior fellowship in the Society of Fellows at Harvard University. Her work has appeared in The New York Times and The Atlantic\, among other venues. Her book Articulate: A Deaf Memoir of Voice will come out from Ecco in Fall 2025. \nKolb will be in conversation with Kristen Harmon\, a Professor of English at Gallaudet University specializing in Deaf literature and creative writing. She has published fiction\, creative nonfiction\, and scholarship on Deaf literature\, bilingual writing\, and narrative methodologies. Her most recent work includes short stories and creative non-fiction in Dinner Table Syndrome and Tripping the Tale Fantastic and essays in Sign Language Studies\, Journal of Literary and Cultural Disability Studies\, and the Routledge Companion to Literature and Disability. She has written for and edited multiple anthologies of Deaf creative writing\, including Deaf American Prose. \nThis event is free with first come\, first serve seating.\nASL interpreters will be at the event. \nP&P on Connecticut Ave. NW is wheelchair accessible. There is a van-accessible parking spot in our lot across from the entrance to The Den Coffeehouse. \nThe store is situated on two floors. While stairs provide quick passage between the floors\, we also have an elevator\, located in the Children and Teens Department (near the puzzles and toys) on the lower level and in the Fiction Room on the main level. \nThere is a staircase to enter the Sale Books room on the main level. To access this room without stairs\, notify a P&P bookseller for guidance to an alternate entrance. \nTo request accommodations for this event or to inquire about accessibility please email events@politics-prose.com ideally one week in advance of the event date. We will make an effort to accommodate all requests up until the time of the event.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/rachel-kolb-articulate-a-deaf-memoir-of-voice/
LOCATION:Politics and Prose\, 1324 4th Street NE\, Washington\, D\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:In PERSON Deaf A.A. Meeting at 857 Club
DESCRIPTION:Deaf A.A meetingMeeting is conducted in ASL.Location: 857 ClubFlyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YJS8wPWkd5ifj4J9t3jiYylhatg7wUB/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-person-deaf-a-a-meeting-at-857-club-24/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T101500
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime with ASL Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories\, songs\, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. ASL interpretation will be provided.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/family-storytime-with-asl-interpretation-5/2025-09-22/
LOCATION:Anne Arundel County Public Library – Odenton Library Branch\, 1325 Annapolis Rd\, Odenton\, MD\, 21113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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SUMMARY:ASL Sunday Silent Social at Fairfax's Wegmans
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nWhether you’re Deaf\, HoH\, an interpreter\, an ASL student\, or just want to learn American Sign Language (ASL)\, we welcome all levels of signers to come join us for an evening of ASL socializing and practice.\nThis event occurs on the first and third Sundays of each month\, in the heart of Fairfax County at Wegman’s (corner of Route 29 and Monument Drive). We can be found on the upper level\, typically near the stairs. We generally start around 7 pm.\nFor ASL beginners\, we will host a beginners ASL chat table\, facilitated by an experienced signer to answer questions and help participants improve. This is specifically for those just starting to learn ASL or who are not yet comfortable signing with the more proficient group. There is a place for everyone to join\, learn and practice. Regardless\, we are always welcoming so don’t be discouraged to attend; this is very informal and new folks are always welcome.\nNote\, some attendees arrive early and grab some of Wegman’s food for dinner\, so you can combine a shopping trip with the ASL practice.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-sunday-silent-social-at-fairfaxs-wegmans-31/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:ASL Sunday Silent Social at Fairfax's Wegmans
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nWhether you’re Deaf\, HoH\, an interpreter\, an ASL student\, or just want to learn American Sign Language (ASL)\, we welcome all levels of signers to come join us for an evening of ASL socializing and practice.\nThis event occurs on the first and third Sundays of each month\, in the heart of Fairfax County at Wegman’s (corner of Route 29 and Monument Drive). We can be found on the upper level\, typically near the stairs. We generally start around 7 pm.\nFor ASL beginners\, we will host a beginners ASL chat table\, facilitated by an experienced signer to answer questions and help participants improve. This is specifically for those just starting to learn ASL or who are not yet comfortable signing with the more proficient group. There is a place for everyone to join\, learn and practice. Regardless\, we are always welcoming so don’t be discouraged to attend; this is very informal and new folks are always welcome.\nNote\, some attendees arrive early and grab some of Wegman’s food for dinner\, so you can combine a shopping trip with the ASL practice.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-sunday-silent-social-at-fairfaxs-wegmans-32/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T120000
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SUMMARY:ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin our ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt! All ASL users and learners are welcome.\nBrunches are alternately held at two restaurants in Greenbelt\, both in the same town plaza.\nODD WEEKS: 1st\, 3rd\, and 5th Sundays\, we meet at Cedars of Lebanon\, 103 Centerway.\nEVEN WEEKS: 2nd and 4th Sundays\, we meet at New Deal Café\,113 Centerway.\nWe are the Greenbelt ASL Community\, a group of both Deaf and hearing people who hang out\, chat about everyday goings on\, trade stories\, get to know each other better\, and of course\, enjoy food together. Many members use ASL as their primary language\, several are interpreters or other fluent ASL users\, while others are ASL learners who wish to improve their skills while making new friends.\nBefore or after brunch\, you can visit the farmer’s market and small coop grocery store in the plaza.\nPlease RSVP so we can contact you via email if needed.\nOur group is on Facebook as Greenbelt ASL Community. Some longtime Brunch attendees don’t mark their attendance here\, so feel free to stop by even if you don’t see others who have RSVP’d on Meet-up.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-brunch-on-sundays-in-greenbelt-26/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T230000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T163837Z
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SUMMARY:BCAD's Deaf Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join the Baltimore City Association of the Deaf for a fun-filled Deaf Night Out!\n\n2025 Deaf Night Out is hosted by the Baltimore City Association of the Deaf monthly. Each event starts at 5 p.m. Venues and dates are: \n\n\nJan 18: Kooper’s Tavern \n\n\nFeb 15: No Land Beyond \n\n\nMar 15: James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant \n\n\nApr 19: Monument City Brewery Company \n\n\nMay 16: The Wine Collective \n\n\nJun 21: Ministry of Brewing \n\n\nJul 19: Papi’s Tacos \n\n\nAug 16: Guilford Hall Brewery \n\n\nSep 20: Nick’s Fish House \n\n\nOct 18: Crepe Crazy Baltimore \n\n\nNov 15: Mt. Washington Tavern \n\n\nDec 13: Christmas Village / Hard Rock Cafe
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/bcads-deaf-night-out/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:Communication Accessibility Summit
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to share that the Maryland Governor’s Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing\, Telecommunications Access of Maryland\, and the Deaf Culture Digital Library will be hosting a summit during Deaf Awareness Month in September. This year’s theme is Communication Accessibility.  This summit will bring together the deaf community and allies to explore topics and foster discussion around topics that impact the deaf community at large. \nThe summit will include a wide range of topics\, including but not limited to:\n \n\nNext Generation 911\nModern and emerging technologies\nASL interpreting\nAccessibility features in modern-day devices\nBest practices in digital communication accessibility
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/communication-accessibility-summit/
LOCATION:Maryland School for the Deaf – Columbia\, 8169 Old Montgomery Rd\, Ellicott City\, 21043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
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SUMMARY:DCPL ASL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:ASL Book Club\nDo you love to read and talk about books? Are you interested in participating in a book discussion on Zoom in American Sign Language? If so\, this book club is for YOU! \nJoin us online via Zoom the 4th Wednesday of every other month (except September and November\, which will be the 3rd Wednesday) at 6-7 p.m. Eastern Time. \nThe ASL Book Club is facilitated by Librarian Janice Rosen from the Center for Accessibility. Questions? Contact us at DCPLaccess@dc.gov. \nNOTE: Even if you do not know sign language\, you are welcome to join us. Voice and automatic captioning will be provided. \nSchedule\nWednesdays 6-7 p.m. Eastern Time\n1/22/25 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (published 2020)\n3/26/25 Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See (published 2023)\n5/28/25 The Fraud by Zadie Smith (published 2023)\n7/23/25 Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano (published 2023)\n9/17/25 Crook Manifesto by Colson Whitehead (published 2023)\n11/19/25 Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver (published 2022) \nZoom registration links\n1/22/25 The Midnight Library by Matt Haig (published 2020)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvceChpz8rEtAg_SVURxgcZhmHo-nzVoTc \n3/26/25 Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See (published 2023)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucOyvqD0rGdN80ir1Ef2rWBRVwxg53kFu \n5/28/25 The Fraud by Zadie Smith (published 2023)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYocuyqqDkuGdaW8_lAX06mqdtUWklFVYBu \n7/23/25 Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano (published 2023)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd-6rrDspE9VMOvR9DrgTHhHziH7JntsC \n9/17/25 Crook Manifesto by Colson Whitehead (published 2023)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMud-2qpjIrGNe0RoCnJznU7GDMslaavl0J \n11/19/25 Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver (published 2022)\nhttps://dc-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdOmtqDsvE93PERo_7PH9NDNYO004Sn-L
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/dcpl-asl-book-club-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000
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SUMMARY:INT In person & CC Hybrid Agape Meeting Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Meeting ID: 120 784 691 \nhttps://baltimoreaa.org/meetings/?weekday=tuesday&time=evening&meeting=agape-12 \nNo passcode needed \n\nDiscussion\nHybrid\nIn-person Towson\, MD 21204\nOnline\nOpen\nStep Meeting\nWheelchair Access\n\nSheppard Pratt\, Gibson Bld\n1 Friends Ln\, Towson\, MD 21204\, USA \nTowson \n \n3rd Floor.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/int-in-person-cc-hybrid-agape-meeting-maryland-6/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
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SUMMARY:In PERSON Deaf A.A. Meeting at 857 Club
DESCRIPTION:Deaf A.A meetingMeeting is conducted in ASL.Location: 857 ClubFlyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YJS8wPWkd5ifj4J9t3jiYylhatg7wUB/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-person-deaf-a-a-meeting-at-857-club-23/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250901T211242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211242Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin our ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt! All ASL users and learners are welcome.\nBrunches are alternately held at two restaurants in Greenbelt\, both in the same town plaza.\nODD WEEKS: 1st\, 3rd\, and 5th Sundays\, we meet at Cedars of Lebanon\, 103 Centerway.\nEVEN WEEKS: 2nd and 4th Sundays\, we meet at New Deal Café\,113 Centerway.\nWe are the Greenbelt ASL Community\, a group of both Deaf and hearing people who hang out\, chat about everyday goings on\, trade stories\, get to know each other better\, and of course\, enjoy food together. Many members use ASL as their primary language\, several are interpreters or other fluent ASL users\, while others are ASL learners who wish to improve their skills while making new friends.\nBefore or after brunch\, you can visit the farmer’s market and small coop grocery store in the plaza.\nPlease RSVP so we can contact you via email if needed.\nOur group is on Facebook as Greenbelt ASL Community. Some long-time group members don’t mark their attendance here\, so feel free to stop by even if you don’t see others who have RSVP’d on Meet-up.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-brunch-on-sundays-in-greenbelt-25/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250703T204145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T163943Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime with ASL Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories\, songs\, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills. ASL interpretation will be provided. \nLas familias con niños pequeños disfrutan de una variedad de historias\, canciones\, rimas y actividades de movimiento mientras desarrollan habilidades de alfabetización temprana. Se proporcionará interpretación de ASL.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/family-storytime-with-asl-interpretation/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Anne Arundel County Public Library – Discoveries: Library at the Mall\, Annapolis Mall Road\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T230000
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | Columbia | hosted by Marcus J Smith
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS:\nOn this night\, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-open-mic-columbia-2nd-fridays-hosted-by-marcus-j-smith-12/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets – Columbia\, 6251 Mango Tree Road\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
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SUMMARY:Gilbert Eastman
DESCRIPTION:Gilbert C. Eastman – September 12\, 1934\, in Middletown\, CT. Died December 2\, 2006. Last home address site: Bethany Beach\, DE. \nAuthor\, playwright\, professor\, artist\, leader\, expert on Laurent Clerc\, mentor\, “Man of Mosaics” in television\, theater\, and the deaf community.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/gilbert-eastman/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
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SUMMARY:ASL Hang Out
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nASL HangOut is a safe fun social\nAll levels D/deaf\, Hard of Hearing\, Hearing signers\, ASL students\, ASL interpreter.\nHosted by Daniel Berke and his friends\nJeremy\, Andrew\, Nathaniel. and Josh\nThere’s always a great mix of people and good conversations\nWe will be meeting at the Tysons Corner Food Court (3rd Floor)\, Thursday at 7pm! Hope to see you all there! 🙂\nLook for a table of ASL signers…don’t be shy.\n1961 Chain Bridge Rd\nTysons Corner\, VA 22102\njoin our Facebook group\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/468631322134694
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-hang-out-25/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250901T211240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211240Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Hang Out
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nASL HangOut is a safe fun social\nAll levels D/deaf\, Hard of Hearing\, Hearing signers\, ASL students\, ASL interpreter.\nHosted by Daniel Berke and his friends\nJeremy\, Andrew\, Nathaniel. and Josh\nThere’s always a great mix of people and good conversations\nWe will be meeting at the Tysons Corner Food Court (3rd Floor)\, Thursday at 7pm! Hope to see you all there! 🙂\nLook for a table of ASL signers…don’t be shy.\n1961 Chain Bridge Rd\nTysons Corner\, VA 22102\njoin our Facebook group\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/468631322134694
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-hang-out-24/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20251104T170642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T170742Z
UID:10001457-1757446200-1757451600@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:In Conversation with Marlee Matlin
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes with Jason Loewith\nIN CONVERSATION WITH MARLEE MATLIN\nACADEMY AWARD-WINNING ACTRESS\, AUTHOR\, & ACTIVIST\nTuesday\, September 9\, 2025\, 7:30 p.m. \nMs. Matlin will talk about the highs and lows of her career and journeys as an activist and an author. In 1986\, Ms. Matlin received the Academy Award for Best Actress for her fi lm debut in Children of a Lesser God. In 2022\, her film CODA won three Academy Awards\, including Best Picture. Ms. Matlin has also written three children’s novels\, as well as her New York Times best- selling autobiography\, I’LL SCREAM LATER. In 2025\, the documentary MARLEE MATLIN: NOT ALONE ANYMORE premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Directed by Shoshannah Stern\, the documentary explores Ms. Matlin’s life and career\, and her activism. \nTickets are $55 Regular\, $53 Seniors\, $5 Students with Valid MC ID (Student tickets must be purchased at the box office.)\nUSE COUPON CODE FSMM10 AT CHECKOUT AND YOUR TICKET PRICE WILL BE JUST $10! \nRobert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center\nMontgomery College\n51 Mannakee Street • Rockville\, MD 20850\nwww.montgomerycollege.edu/pac • Box Office: 240-567-5301
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-conversation-with-marlee-matlin/
LOCATION:Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center\, 51 Mannakee Street\, Rockville\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250507T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180355Z
UID:10001187-1757358000-1757361600@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:In PERSON Deaf A.A. Meeting at 857 Club
DESCRIPTION:Deaf A.A meetingMeeting is conducted in ASL.Location: 857 ClubFlyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YJS8wPWkd5ifj4J9t3jiYylhatg7wUB/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-person-deaf-a-a-meeting-at-857-club-22/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
GEO:39.279207;-76.557237
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250901T211240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211241Z
UID:10001449-1757271600-1757278800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Sunday Silent Social at Fairfax's Wegmans
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nWhether you’re Deaf\, HoH\, an interpreter\, an ASL student\, or just want to learn American Sign Language (ASL)\, we welcome all levels of signers to come join us for an evening of ASL socializing and practice.\nThis event occurs on the first and third Sundays of each month\, in the heart of Fairfax County at Wegman’s (corner of Route 29 and Monument Drive). We can be found on the upper level\, typically near the stairs. We generally start around 7 pm.\nFor ASL beginners\, we will host a beginners ASL chat table\, facilitated by an experienced signer to answer questions and help participants improve. This is specifically for those just starting to learn ASL or who are not yet comfortable signing with the more proficient group. There is a place for everyone to join\, learn and practice. Regardless\, we are always welcoming so don’t be discouraged to attend; this is very informal and new folks are always welcome.\nNote\, some attendees arrive early and grab some of Wegman’s food for dinner\, so you can combine a shopping trip with the ASL practice.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-sunday-silent-social-at-fairfaxs-wegmans-30/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250901T211240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211241Z
UID:10001448-1757241000-1757246400@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin our ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt! All ASL users and learners are welcome.\nBrunches are alternately held at two restaurants in Greenbelt\, both in the same town plaza.\nODD WEEKS: 1st\, 3rd\, and 5th Sundays\, we meet at Cedars of Lebanon\, 103 Centerway.\nEVEN WEEKS: 2nd and 4th Sundays\, we meet at New Deal Café\,113 Centerway.\nWe are the Greenbelt ASL Community\, a group of both Deaf and hearing people who hang out\, chat about everyday goings on\, trade stories\, get to know each other better\, and of course\, enjoy food together. Many members use ASL as their primary language\, several are interpreters or other fluent ASL users\, while others are ASL learners who wish to improve their skills while making new friends.\nBefore or after brunch\, you can visit the farmer’s market and small coop grocery store in the plaza.\nPlease RSVP so we can contact you via email if needed.\nOur group is on Facebook as Greenbelt ASL Community. Some longtime Brunch attendees don’t mark their attendance here\, so feel free to stop by even if you don’t see others who have RSVP’d on Meet-up.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-brunch-on-sundays-in-greenbelt-24/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250901T211240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211240Z
UID:10001447-1756839600-1756846800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Streetcar 82 Sip and Sign (Monthly ASL Practice and Social)
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin us for a chill voices-off hangout for ASL practice and socializing. It’s a night to connect\, learn\, and have fun! All signing levels are welcome—whether you are fluent\, just starting out\, or somewhere in between.\nThe first hour entails a practice activity geared toward ASL learners and those more fluent who enjoy encouraging learners. The second hour is an unstructured social.\nStreetcar 82 is the region’s only Deaf-owned and operated brewery! They serve up non-alcoholic options as well as an array of their crafted beers. If the weather is nice\, the large group gathers on the patio outside.\nCheck out Streetcar 82 on Instagram: @streetcar82brewingco\nNote this event is held monthly\, on the first Tuesday of the month. Check out the brewery’s online calendar for the most up-to-date status. https://streetcar82brewing.com/events/
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/streetcar-82-sip-and-sign-monthly-asl-practice-and-social-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250507T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180355Z
UID:10001186-1756839600-1756843200@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:INT ZOOM Hybrid Agape Meeting Maryland
DESCRIPTION:ASL Interpreter ON ZOOM Oct 1 \nCLOSED CAPTIONING AVAILABLE  \nZoom Meeting ID: 120 784 691 \nhttps://baltimoreaa.org/meetings/?weekday=tuesday&time=evening&meeting=agape-12 \nNo passcode needed \n\nDiscussion\nHybrid\nIn-person Towson\, MD 21204\nOnline\nOpen\nStep Meeting\nWheelchair Access\n\nSheppard Pratt\, Gibson Bld\n1 Friends Ln\, Towson\, MD 21204\, USA \nTowson \n \n3rd Floor.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/int-zoom-hybrid-agape-meeting-maryland-5/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250507T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180355Z
UID:10001185-1756753200-1756756800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:In PERSON Deaf A.A. Meeting at 857 Club
DESCRIPTION:Deaf A.A meetingMeeting is conducted in ASL.Location: 857 ClubFlyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YJS8wPWkd5ifj4J9t3jiYylhatg7wUB/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-person-deaf-a-a-meeting-at-857-club-21/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
GEO:39.279207;-76.557237
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250129T222851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T224235Z
UID:10001045-1756598400-1756684799@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Alice Cogswell
DESCRIPTION:Alice Cogswell – Born August 31\, 1805\, in Hartford\, CT; also her last home address.  Died December 30\, 1830. \nDaughter of Dr. Mason Fitch Cogswell and first pupil to enroll American School for the Deaf.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/alice-cogswell/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250703T211300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T164442Z
UID:10001410-1756562400-1756567800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Deaf Social and Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Deaf\, Hard-of-hearing\, ASL Communities\, CODA\, Interpreters and Friends welcome. \nVoice-off event.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/deaf-social-and-game-day/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Glen Burnie Library\, 1010 Eastway\, Glen Burnie\, 21060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T230000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250129T211622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T215820Z
UID:10000996-1756501200-1756508400@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | 450 K | Last Fridays | hosted by Wade Green
DESCRIPTION:ASL (American Sign Language) OPEN MIC PRESENTS:\nOn this night\, American sign language users and viewers from all corners of life will come
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-open-mic-450-k-last-fridays-hosted-by-wade-green-8/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250507T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180355Z
UID:10001184-1756148400-1756152000@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:In PERSON Deaf A.A. Meeting at 857 Club
DESCRIPTION:Deaf A.A meetingMeeting is conducted in ASL.Location: 857 ClubFlyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_YJS8wPWkd5ifj4J9t3jiYylhatg7wUB/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/in-person-deaf-a-a-meeting-at-857-club-20/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
GEO:39.279207;-76.557237
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250826
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250129T222851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T224253Z
UID:10001044-1756080000-1756166399@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:1st NAD Convention
DESCRIPTION:August 25\, 1880 — First convention of the National Association of the Deaf\, which met in Cincinnati\, Ohio.  Edmund Booth\, Edwin A. Hodgson\, and Robert P. McGregor were the co-founders of NAD\, the first national membership organization in US to defend rights of deaf people to quality education\, using sign language as their main communication medium. www.nad.org
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/1st-nad-convention/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTSTAMP:20260425T153959
CREATED:20250129T222851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T224253Z
UID:10001043-1755993600-1756079999@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Edmund Booth
DESCRIPTION:Edmund Booth – Born August 24\, 1810\, in Chicopee\, MA. Died March 29\, 1905. Last home address site: Anamosa\, IA. \nAuthor\, newspaper publisher\, pioneer settler\, gold miner\, teacher and one of three co-founders of the National Association of the Deaf.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/edmund-booth/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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