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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
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SUMMARY:Book Chat with Author Phil Bravin
DESCRIPTION:Community Education: Author’s Event with Phil Bravin \nControlling OUR Destiny: A Board Member’s View of Deaf President Now \nIn 1988\, the Deaf President Now movement at Gallaudet University was a turning point in American and international Deaf History. Phil Bravin was on the university’s board of trustees and couldn’t share his perspective until meeting all requirements. Now\, he can share this “missing” history in this memoir. \nAttendees will:\nGain a new perspective on the Deaf President Now movement from inside the board room in 1988. \nBe exposed to the cultural and historical contexts that triggered the protest. \nRecognize the power\, access\, community\, and enduring legacy of a movement that inspired Deaf people worldwide. \nLearn and apply the powerful leadership skills needed to make a difference for others. \nBonus: books can be purchased and signed by the author. \nEvent presented in American Sign Language. \nThis program and its parent organization are not sponsored by\, affiliated with\, nor endorsed by the Maryland School for the Deaf. \nThis event is being funded by Federal Award #SLFRP1623 awarded to Frederick County\, Maryland by the U.S. Department of Treasury. \nRSVP is not required\, but encouraged.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/book-chat-with-author-phil-bravin/
LOCATION:Maryland School for the Deaf – Frederick\, Clarke Place 101\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States
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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
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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 together to recite a poem\, song\, short skit or jokes. Come out and enjoy the wonderful environment while you eat\, get your drink on and socialize. Great for those learning American sign language.\n$5.00 + Tax and fees online. $8.00 (tax and fees included) at the door ! \n  \nHOST: WADE GREEN \nWade Green is a deaf dancer\, choreographer and interpretive artist known for his \npassionate delivery and soulful approach to his craft. With a body of work stretching \nover 20 years\, he has performed professionally coast to coast hghe now resides in the \nDMV area\, juggling a career and pursuing degrees at Gallaudet University and Howard \nUniversity. \nWade is a long-term devoted member of the Wild Zappers and National Deaf Dance \nTheater. He also is the new host for ASL open mic night at Busboys and Poets in \nWashington DC where artist and rising stars come together and perform. He has taught \nvarious dance and ASL workshops and performed tributes to the icons such as Bill \n“Bojangles” Robinson and Ray Charles. Now in his present role as an Artistic Director \nfor WZ\, he uses his talents to introduce audiences to the beauty of ASL as a full-bodied \nlanguage. \nWade Green has studied all forms of dance from many noteworthy studios including the \nAlvin Aliey Dance Company for two consecutive intensive programs and a summer with \nthe Dance Theater of Harlem. He also participated in various scholarship programs with \nthe Washington School of Ballet and Richmond School of Ballet. \nThroughout his dance journey\, he has developed another love – acting. Wade has been \ninvolved in many great productions. His most recent productions include “Raisin in the \nSun” (2018-2020) directed by Michelle Banks\, “Out of the Mouth of Boys” directed by \nNicole Morgan (2019) and “This” By Fred Beam. (2020) \nNow at age 32\, Wade has boarded his sights on enriching himself in leadership and \nacting. His goal is to become a well-known advocate and choreographer in the black \ndeaf community. He also has a vigorous goal to travel internationally representing the \ndiverse and uniquely talented deaf community. He enjoys making people laugh and has \nappeared as a stand-up comedian on area stages. With the support and love of his \nfamily and friends\, Wade embraces a world of endless possibilities and continues to \ndiscover all life has to offer.
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LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 450 K Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:ASL Ramen Lunch (the 5th Saturday\, this month only)
DESCRIPTION:ASL Bridge / DMV\nJoin a group of signers for delicious ramen\, bubble tea\, and conversation! Signers of all levels are welcome. We hope to continue this a monthly event. (Typically held on the 4th Saturday of the month)
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SUMMARY:ASL Social and ASL Slam at Veditz
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