MCDHH

MDHAC ASL4ALL 5K (Third Annual)
2025-09-27 07:00 - 11:00 UTC | Frontier Park (Olathe, KS), 15501 Indian Creek Pkwy, Olathe, KS, 66062, United States
Museum of Deaf History, Art & Culture
2025 Third 5K ASL for ALL Shared Signing Community
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Fee: $30 for ASL for ALL Walk/Run/Roll & $10.00 Tot/Kids Fun Runs
To register or for more information: https://www.museumofdeaf.org/annual5k

MMDC COOKOUT
2025-09-27 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | Veteran’s Park-Fulton, MO, 705 E. 8th St., Fulton, MO, 65251
FLYER MCDHH COOKOUT 9/27/2025 10:00am to 6:00pm Veterans Park, Ingle Shelter 705 E. 8th St., Fulton, MO 65251 Covered Dish $5, No Dish $8, Visitors $3, Children under 12 FREE MEAT PROVIDED: Hamburger hotdogs. We will have Prizes!!! Come and play!!! Drinks will be provided. No outside drinks. Bring lawn chairs.

STL DEAF Pickleball Social Gathering
2025-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 UTC | McNair Park, 3100 Droste Rd, St. Charles, MO
Photo: Pickleball and Paddles all in PINK colors and letters
STL DEAF PICKLEBALL SOCIAL GATHERING All ages welcome—Free to Play | BYOP
McNair Park 3100 Droste Rd, St. Charles, MO
Sports & Social Club
https://stldeafsportsocialclub.mypixieset.com/

Interp. WS: Book Study: Everyone Here Spoke Sign Language
2025-10-06 13:00 - 2025-11-17 14:30 UTC | Online
Program Description: This book study will be held through the time of October 6th through November 17th. Sessions will be held every other week to review two chapters of the book “Everyone Here Spoke Sign Language” at each session. Discussion questions will be given prior to the completion of the reading(s) and participants will be asked to provide their feedback, viewpoints, and opinions regarding the material covered. Total of 4 sessions. Participants must attend all session to earn their CEU credit.
Educational Objectives for this book discussion are:
1.) Discuss the history of Martha’s Vineyard regarding deafness and Deaf Culture.
2.) Explain how deafness is passed down.
3.) Review how Deaf culture is passed down.
4.) Describe “Eyeth” and its significance in the Deaf Community.
To register contact: mmoeller2019@gmail.com
Once registered your online link for the workshop will be sent to you.Workshop Book Study Flyer

2025 Interpreter Conference
2025-10-09 09:00 - 2025-10-11 17:00 UTC | Renaissance Hotel, 9801 Natural Bridge RD, St. Louis, MO, 63134, United States
Registration is OPEN for the 2025 Interpreter Conference in St. Louis – October 9–11!

We’re excited to invite interpreters, students, and professionals from across Missouri and beyond to join us for three days of professional development, networking, and inspiration.

The full conference schedule and presenter bios are now available!

Take a moment to check out the amazing lineup of workshops, panels, and keynote presentations we have planned. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, earn CEUs, or connect with others in the field, this is a weekend you won’t want to miss.

Make sure to register soon to secure your spot—and while you’re at it, don’t forget to reserve your hotel stay! Accommodations near the venue fill up quickly, and we want to make sure everyone has a comfortable place to stay during the event.

If you have any questions or need specific accommodations to attend the conference, please reach out to Shanda Miller at Shanda.miller@mcdhh.mo.gov. We’re here to help ensure the conference is accessible and welcoming for all.

We look forward to seeing you in St. Louis this October!

https://mcdhh.mo.gov/2025-interpreters-conference/

MCDHH Commission Meeting
2025-10-09 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Renaissance Hotel, 9801 Natural Bridge RD, St. Louis, MO, 63134, United States
Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Commission Meeting
10:00-2:00
Room to be Determined: Update coming soon
Hope to see you there!

Thank You Farmers Storytelling
2025-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Historical Musuem St. Louis, 5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63112
Missouri Historical Socity and DEAF, Inc bring you:
HOME! (10:10) and Thank Your, Farmers! (10:30)
For children 2-6 Celebrate the autumn harvest with these books aobut farms and farmers!

Interpreter Townhall Meeting-Becky Davis
2025-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
MCDHH Interpreter Town Halls are an informal opportunity for interpreters to discuss and interact with MCDHH staff and other Missouri interpreters. It is a good opportunity to express ideas and concerns one sees relating to the community in which they work and provide service. Information gathered may be discussed with staff and commission members in the process of making change.
Please follow the link below.
https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=m8b806dfb1f520f04997ad03ca39d1805

’Til Midnight Masquerade Ball & Costume Party
2025-10-31 20:00 - 23:30 UTC | The Austin, 1720 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
On October 31, 2025, LuxeVisions Events will host the ’Til Midnight Masquerade in Kansas City, Missouri. This immersive Halloween experience includes live cabaret, burlesque, and belly dance performances, throughout the night, a full night of tarot readings, a costume contest, and a fire-dancing finale.
Accessibility is a top priority: the full evening will be interpreted in American Sign Language by a team of trained and certified interpreters. Interpreters will be present during the main masquerade ball, ensuring equal access for Deaf and hard-of-hearing attendees.
Key Details:

Date: October 31, 2025
Location: The Austin, Kansas City, MO
Doors: VIP entry at 8:00 PM, General Admission at 8:30 PM
Event Type: 21+, masquerade attire/costume and mask required
Accessibility: Full ASL interpretation provided for performances, announcements, and interactive experiences

Our goal is to create an inclusive, elegant, and unforgettable Halloween event where the Deaf community has complete access to the magic of the evening.

For General Admission
$60 plus $1.50 for ticket service fee
VIP Admission
$120 plus $3.00 for ticket service fee

Check the QR code for more information on difference between General and VIP admission

Ozark Mountain Deaf Church Women's Ministry Ornament Party
2025-11-01 12:30 - 16:30 UTC | The Library Center, 4653 S Campbell Avenue, Springfield, MO
Ozark Mountain Deaf Church Women’s Ministry The Library Center 4653 South Campbell Rd, Springfield, MO 65810 Saturday, November 1, 12:30 to 4:30
Please bring fingerfood/desserts to share and your own bottled drink.

Skulls & Strokes Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Art Class
2025-11-01 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Deaf, INC, 25 E Frisco Avenue, St Louis
Celebrate Dia De Muertos with art and creativity with a Deaf Artist, Berenice Alvarez-Caballero! In this hands-on-class, you’ll paint your own bibrant skull (calavera) while learning about the holiday’s colorful traditions. No experience needed–just bring your imaginations! The class will be taught in ASL and is open to everyone.
Sign up Deadline: Thursday, October 22, 2025!
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/deafinc/event/skills/

Rescheduled Interpreter Town Hall
2025-11-04 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Webex link: https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=mb04022684e5af4c01b3097579a345ecc
Interpreter Town Hall with Becky Davis
Language: ASL
Current topics:
Certification and renewal
Interpreter Taskforce (dissolution of the BCI)
Professional Development opportunities
Open discussion

MSDPO 4th Holiday Bazaar
2025-11-08 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Missouri School for the Deaf, 505 E 5th St., Fulton, MO, 65251, United States
Save the Date!
Join us for the 4th Annual MSDPO Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Missouri School for the Deaf – Harrison Gym
Shop local vendors, find holiday treasures, and enjoy a festive day! Questions? Email: MSDparentorg@gmail.com.

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Calling All Vendors! The MSDPO Holiday Bazaar is happening on November 8, 2025 — and we’d love to have you join us!
Vendor Fee: $25 (no electricity) | $35 (with electricity)
Setup: 9:00 AM | Cleanup: 5:30 PM
Email: msdpo.vendors@gmail.com to register
Registration deadline: November 1, 2025

MMDC Friendship Day
2025-11-08 10:00 - 18:00 UTC | William Woods University, 1 University Ave, Fulton, MO, 65251, United States
NOVEMBER 8, 2025 10:00AM-6:00PM
WILLIAM WOODS UNIVERSITY, ROOM 006, FULTON, MO 65251
OLD FASHIONED MEATLOAF; DRINKS TO BE SOLD
BRING A COVERED DISH: $5 NO COVERED DISH: $8 VISITOR (NO MEAL): $3
CONTEST FOR HOMEMADE PIES
CONTACT WILLIAM WALKER AT WALKERCAD8@GMAIL.COM

2025 Storytelling Grand Showcase-St. Louis Public Library
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Clark Family Brance, 1640 S Lindbergh, ST. Louis, MO, 63131
Immerse yourself in a rich array of storytelling experiences with nationally renowned storytellers Mo Reynolds, Kevin Kling, Peter Cook, April Armstrong, Devan Sandiford, Gene Tagaban, Lyn Ford, Kim Weitkamp and Andy Offutt Irwin as they weave together stories of humor, wisdom and emotion. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. ASL interpreters and accessible seating will be provided. Part of the St. Louis Storytelling Festival.
All ages. Event Room C.

WWU: ASL Hands-Up Club Friendsgiving
2025-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | William Woods University, 1 University Ave, Fulton, MO, 65251, United States
ASL Hands-Up Club Friendsgiving
William Woods University-Burton, Room 002
Bring a snack, side dish, or dessert to get in for free! If you are not bringing food, no problem just contribute $3 to help cover pizza costs.

St. Louis Sports & Social: FRIENDSGIVING Potluck Feast
2025-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | GSLAD Hall, 2190 Creve Coeur Mill Rd, Maryland Heights, MO, 63043, United States
JOIN US FOR A FREINDSGIVING POTLUCK FEAST
Please bring a dish to share that serves 8-10 people homemade or store-bought, anything form an appetizer to dessert! If you’re unable to bring a dish, we kindly ask for a $15 donation to help cover food costs.
GSLAD, Maryland Heights, MO
All are welcome-Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing allies of all ages! Let’s eat, laugh, and be thankful together!
PHOTO is a white flyer with Thanksgiving decorations in a dark orange print; turkey, bountiful food, etc. GSLAD logo at the bottom and St. Louis Sport & Social Club logo at the bottom.

KC ASL Night Out
2025-12-05 18:00 - 23:00 UTC | Brewery Emperial, 1829 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO, 64108
Join us for ASL Night Out Friday December 5th, 2025. Brewery Emperial, 1829 Oak St., Kansas City, MO 64108 6:00pm-11:00pm. Hosted by Claire Baker & Stephanie Drever. Follow Us: ASLNIGHTOUTKC

Deaf Townhall Virtual Meeting
2025-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Join us for a Virtual Deaf Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, December 11th from 6:00–8:00 PM hosted by MCDHH. Deaf Missourians are invited to share their ideas and want to see in state services. This meeting will be in ASL and moderated by Nathan Johnston, Deaf Community Advocate. Hope to see you there!

Meeting link:
https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=m122a9dd63928f97bdb9fb7413f2720fd
Meeting number:
2862 146 9760
Meeting password:
[REDACTED]
Join from a video system or application
Dial 28621469760@stateofmo.webex.com
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
Join by phone
1-650-479-3207 Toll
+1-312-535-8110 Toll
Access code: [REDACTED]
Global call-in numbers
https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/globalcallin.php?MTID=m4695e8c07189c3d1e23e80ef18cc1937

Ozark Mountain Deaf Church Women's Ministry Gift Exchange
2025-12-14 09:00 - 23:00 UTC | Golden Corral Springfield, 2020 Primrose St., Springfield, MO, 65804, United States
OZARK MOUNTAIN DEAF CHURCH WOMEN’S MINSTRY
CHRISTMAS GIFT EXCHANGE PARTY
DECEMBER 14, 2025 @ 9:00
GOLEN CORRAL, 2020 PRIMROSE ST., SPRINGFIELD, mo 65804
BRING CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE WORTH $5 AND UP
ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT AMBERLY CARLTON

Interp WS: Expansion Techniques in Deaf Education (KCDHH)
2026-01-14 08:00 - 17:00 UTC

Social Connections (DEAF, Inc.)
2026-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | St. Louis County Library, 195 New Florissant Rd, Florissant, MO, MO, 63031
Fostering Community, Support and Play for Deaf Children and Their Families
Website: https://www.deafinc.org/events

MCDHH Meeting
2026-01-22 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Compass Health Center, 3515 Amazonas Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65109
MCDHH Meeting
10:00-3:00
Compass Health-Dogwood Room
3515 Amazonas Dr., Jefferson City, MO 65109
Join from the meeting link: https://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=mfe0b740bb081692feb016457ccc11135

**ASL/English Interpreting will be provided. Webex link has captioning and sound available. To request any other accommodation, please contact our office at mcdhh@mcdhh.mo.gov

BEI TESTING BLOCKS
2026-01-24 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | St Louis Community College – Florissant Valley Campus, 3400 Pershall Rd, St. Louis, MO, 63136, United States
TEP WORKSHOP NEW
BEI TEP Testing Blocks
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Location: St. Louis Community College – Florissant Valley Campus
Health & Science Building, Room 436
Session Times:
• Block 1: 9:00 AM
• Block 2: 2:00 PM
(Limited to 16 participants per session)
These group sessions are designed to help interpreters prepare for the TEP – Test of English Proficiency, the required written exam before moving on to the BEI performance test.
What is the TEP?
An 80-question, multiple-choice English proficiency test covering:
• Reading Comprehension
• Synonyms
• Grammar and Usage
• Sentence Completion
• Antonyms
Participants will receive guidance on what to expect, test structure, and study resources.
Registration is required and space is limited.
To sign up, email: mcdhh@mcdhh.mo.gov
Hosted in partnership with St. Louis Community College and MCDHH.

St. Louis Art Museum: African Art in Focus (DEAF, Inc.)
2026-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 UTC
Forest Park, St. Louis, MO
African Art in Focus: An ASL Guided Tour
with Sonya Smith, Deaf Docent
Free Registration (see website)

ASL Storytime at St. Louis Public Library Carpenter Branch (DEAF, Inc.)
2026-02-07 10:30 - 11:30 UTC
Join for Storytimes signed in ASL followed by crafts and social time for children and families.
Website: https://www.deafinc.org/events

Interp WS: Expansion Techniques in Deaf Education (KCDHH)
2026-02-12 12:30 - 15:30 UTC
USD266 Interpreters/Signing Para Academy
February 12, 2026
NEW LOCATION: Maize High School Lecture Hall 11600 W. 45th St. Maize, KS. 67101
**Use Maize Career Academy’s parking lot on the Southwest corner.

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Dr. Edward Bart
Goals of Workshop:

Understand and articulate the value of Expansion Techniques in Deaf education
Learn to communicate with the student to gauge their understanding of the materials being presented and determine the scale of expansion

RSVP: Sgomez@usd266.com or 316-722-0441
Cost: $30 RID CEUs / $20 No CEUs /$10 Student

Social Connections (DEAF, Inc)
2026-02-14 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Daniel Boone Branch-St. Louis Public Library, 300 Clarkson Road, Ellisville, MO, 63011
Fostering Community, Family, and Play for Deaf Children and Thier Familes
St. Louis County Library-Daniel Boone Branch

Interp. WS: Virtual Ethical Discussion Series
2026-02-18 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Online
Join us to discuss a different set of ethical questions/concepts each month.
Third Wednesday of each month. (2/18/26, 3/18/26, 4/15/26, 5/20/26, 6/17/26, 7/15/26, 8/19/26, 9/16/26, 10/21/26, 11/18/26, 12/16/26).
5pm-8 pm CST
Held on Zoom
0.3 RID CEUs
$10/meeting| Students attend free of charge!
questions: jennifertimmerman@lampstl.org 314-722-4011

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Language Deprivation in Deaf Youth: Understanding Behavior, Regulation, & Classroom Support
2026-03-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Language Deprivation in Deaf Youth: Understanding Behavior, Regulation and Classroom Support
Dr. Jaime Wilson
March 12 5:00-7:00 CST
Photo background: Classroom close up with a globe and crayon/pencil holder
