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SUMMARY:American School for the Deaf founded
DESCRIPTION:April 15\, 1817 — Establishment of the first permanent public school in the Western Hemisphere for deaf students\, now known as American School for the Deaf\, located in Hartford\, Connecticut. Laurent Clerc\, Dr. Mason Fitch Cogswell and Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet were the school co-founders.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/american-school-for-the-deaf-founded/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T180000
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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-7/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T190000
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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-2-2/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Red Bear Brewing\, 209 M St NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
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SUMMARY:Erastus “Deaf” Smith
DESCRIPTION:Erastus “Deaf” Smith – Born April 19\, 1787\, near Poughkeepsie\, NY.  Died November 30\, 1837; last home address site: Richmond\, TX. \nChief scout and spy for a Texas army; Texas’s folk hero. He helped Texas get independence from Mexico. One county in Texas was named “Deaf Smith” after him.
URL:https://www.marylanddcdl.org/event/erastus-deaf-smith/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Library for Deaf Action's Deaf Culture Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T170000
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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/2025-04-19/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore City Association of the Deaf":MAILTO:bcadeaf2020@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:ASL Brunch on Sundays in Greenbelt - at NEW DEAL CAFE this week (exception)
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-at-new-deal-cafe-this-week-exception/
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-14/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T190000
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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-15/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T190000
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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-16/
LOCATION:MD
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