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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-4/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 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-7/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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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-5/
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:20250528T180000
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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/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T190000
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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-3/
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:20250526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T200000
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UID:10001152-1748286000-1748289600@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-5/
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:20250525T103000
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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-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250129T222850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T222812Z
UID:10001037-1747958400-1748044799@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:William Hoy
DESCRIPTION:William Ellsworth Hoy – Born May 23\, 1862\, in Houcktown\, OH. Died December 15\, 1961. Last home address site: Cincinnati\, OH. \nFirst deaf major leaguer. He taught his teammates signs which some have become useful for umpires throughout the world like calling “balls” and “strikes”.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/william-hoy/
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250504T211249Z
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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-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250507T180354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180354Z
UID:10001161-1747767600-1747771200@www.marylanddcdl.org
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/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250507T180354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180354Z
UID:10001160-1747681200-1747684800@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-2/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
GEO:39.279207;-76.557237
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250504T211249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211249Z
UID:10001148-1747594800-1747602000@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-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
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UID:10001149-1747594800-1747602000@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-19/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250504T211249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211249Z
UID:10001147-1747564200-1747569600@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-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250504T211249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211249Z
UID:10001146-1747481400-1747486800@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:ASL Ramen Lunch (**Note - We'll meet the 3rd Saturday this time)
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin a group of signers for delicious ramen\, bubble tea\, and conversation! Signers of all levels are welcome. This is typically held on the 4th Saturday of each month\, but check here on Meet-Up each month to be sure. ***As you can see\, this May 2025 it will be on the 3rd Saturday)
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-ramen-lunch-note-well-meet-the-3rd-saturday-this-time/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250604T204725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T204725Z
UID:10001348-1747440000-1749427199@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:WorldPride 2025
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of Pride celebrations in Washington\, DC! The Capital Pride Alliance is excited for Washington\, DC to host WorldPride 2025 and share this momentous and exciting milestone with our international community.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/worldpride-2025/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250605T170948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T163837Z
UID:10001359-1747414800-1747436400@www.marylanddcdl.org
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/2025-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore City Association of the Deaf":MAILTO:bcadeaf2020@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20240924T183321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T183322Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Trivia: DC
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Deaf Culture and ASL: One of the primary goals is to celebrate and promote Deaf culture and ASL. By hosting trivia in ASL\, the organization supports the use and recognition of ASL as a rich\, fully-fledged language and an integral part of Deaf culture. \nCreating Inclusive Social Opportunities: These events provide inclusive social settings where Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals can participate fully without communication barriers. They also offer hearing individuals an opportunity to engage with Deaf culture and learn ASL\, fostering greater understanding and inclusivity. \nEducation and Awareness: Through fun and engaging trivia\, the organization can educate participants about Deaf history\, notable figures in the Deaf community\, and important aspects of Deaf culture\, thereby raising awareness and understanding among a broader audience. \nCommunity Building: Events like ASL trivia nights are excellent for community building\, offering a space for people from the Deaf and hearing communities to come together\, interact\, and form connections in a friendly\, entertaining environment. \nSkill Development: For both Deaf and hearing participants\, these events can be a platform for developing and practicing ASL skills in a fun\, low-pressure setting\, which is beneficial for language learning\, acquisition\, and retention. \nEmpowerment and Representation: By centering events around Deaf culture and ASL\, ASL Trivia empowers the Deaf community\, giving them a platform for visibility and representation in a world where they are often marginalized. \nFollow ASL Trivia: DC at https://www.facebook.com/ASLTriviaDC/ and https://www.instagram.com/asltriviadc/
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/asl-trivia-dc-2-2/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Red Bear Brewing\, 209 M St NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T200000
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UID:10001144-1747332000-1747339200@www.marylanddcdl.org
SUMMARY:Silent Supper at Silver Diner Gaithersburg
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nBiweekly silent supper is at Silver Diner. All levels welcome\, but please know the ASL alphabet.\nWe will try to sit outside on the patio
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/silent-supper-at-silver-diner-gaithersburg-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250507T180354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T180354Z
UID:10001159-1747076400-1747080000@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/
LOCATION:100 S Haven St\, Baltimore\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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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-12/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T210000
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SUMMARY:ASL Open Mic | Columbia | 2nd Fridays | 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-5/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets – Columbia\, 6251 Mango Tree Road\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T210000
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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-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211244Z
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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-17/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250129T222850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T222811Z
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SUMMARY:Better Hearing & Speech Month
DESCRIPTION:Better Hearing and Speech MonthMay\, since 1927To raise public understanding about hearing\, voice\, speech\, and language disorders\, and recognize speech and hearing professionals for the important work they do. American Speech-Language Hearing Association has library resources.  www.asha.org
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/better-hearing-speech-month/
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250129T222850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T222741Z
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SUMMARY:Robert McGregor
DESCRIPTION:Robert P. McGregor – Born April 26\, 1849\, in Lockland\, OH.  Died December 21\, 1926; Last home address site: Columbus\, OH. \nFirst president and one of the three co-founders of NAD.  Educator\, administrator\, writer\, skilled orator and leader.  Founder of the Ohio Home for the Aged and Infirm Deaf in 1896\, now known as Columbus Colony.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/robert-mcgregor/
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T230000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250129T211622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T214310Z
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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-4/
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:20250420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T210000
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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-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
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UID:10001132-1745175600-1745182800@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-15/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T120435
CREATED:20250404T211235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T211236Z
UID:10001133-1745175600-1745182800@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-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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