MCDHH

Deaf Seniors of America Conference 2025
2025-08-01 08:00 - 2025-08-07 17:00 UTC | MO
Deaf Seniors of America Conference 2025
August 1st-7th 2025
Marriot Downtown Hotel: Kansas City, MO
Early Bird Combo Registration DEADLINE: December 31st 2024

Interp. WS: Ethics-Enablement or Empowerment?
2025-08-02 09:30 - 15:30 | True Life Apostolic Church, 211 Benton St., Columbia, 65203, United States
As interpreters, we advocate on a regular bases for the deaf. In this workshop, we will be discussing the role we have and the difference between enabling cyclical codependency and empowering the deaf to achieve maximum success.
We will use ethics to define our role as an interpreter. We will use real life scenarios interpreters face and discuss the different options and ethical choices we have that will impact the deaf consumer, as well as our mental, physical and relational health.

Magic Show "Mind Blown: A Night of Magic & Comedy" Amanda Lindley
2025-08-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Blueberry Hill-Duck Room, 6504 Delmar Blvd, University City, MO, 63130
My name is Amanda, and I’m a local magician here in St. Louis — and I was recently featured on the hit TV show Penn & Teller: Fool Us! I’m reaching out to personally invite your community to an exciting, inclusive event I’m hosting next month.
On Saturday, August 9th at 7:00 PM, I’ll be performing “Mind Blown: A Night of Magic & Comedy” at The Duck Room inside Blueberry Hill (6504 Delmar Blvd). This will be a lively, interactive show — and I’ve made sure it’s Deaf-friendly with a professional ASL interpreter provided for the entire performance.
Whether you’re a lifelong magic fan or just looking for a fun community night out, this show is meant to bring people together — and a portion of proceeds will benefit a local animal charity.
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mind-blown-a-night-of-magic-comedy-tickets-1425520844219?aff=oddtdtcreator

Interp. WS: Interpreting Strategies in an IDD World
2025-08-12 10:30 - 12:00 | MO
(Part of the Terp Training Series with
PA’s Office of Developmental Programs)
August 12, 2025
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Virtual Event (Zoom)
Presented in American Sign Language
To register, visit
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Nf5KADeyRAmLFnc-6edIEA
Interpreting for folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities requires a variety of specialized skills. Understanding the varying perspectives both within and outside of the community is essential to doing your best interpreting work.
This session will take a deeper dive into the various tools that interpreters can employ when interpreting for people who have language fluency issues or idiosyncratic language that the interpreter may not be familiar with. The session will incorporate both didactic elements, as well as large and small group discussions. There will also be “hands up” practice opportunities.
Attendees should be prepared to be on camera and participate in discussions.
This training is appropriate for ASL-English interpreters. .15 PS CEUs provided through Pennsylvania Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Participants should have some prior content knowledge to attend.
At the completion of this training, the participant will be able to:

Define “high context language”,
Compare and contrast first person, third person, narrative, and descriptive interpreting approaches,
Describe the Collaborative Interpreting Model, and
Describe at least 3 tools an interpreter can use to augment their work.

About the presenter: Lori Milcic is a nationally certified ASL-English interpreter with a specialist certification in mental health interpreting (QMHI). She also holds a master’s degree in psychology and currently works as the Deaf Services Coordinator for ODP.
There is no cost for this workshop.
Visit https://home.myodp.org/resources/terp-training-series
to stay up to date with this and other Terp Training Series
sessions offered by ODP.

PARID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This PS program is offered for .15 CEUs at the Some Content Knowledge Level. ODP follows a policy of nondiscrimination in all environments including recruiting, hiring, training, benefits, promotions, transfers, or treatment on the job on the basis of color, religious belief, sex, age, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or disability.
For accommodations, refund policy, or other information, please contact Lori Milcic at C-LMILCIC@pa.gov or via text/voice/FaceTime at 412.606.3174.

National Black Deaf Advocates Conference-Kansas City
2025-08-13 - 2025-08-16 | Kansas City Marriott Downtown, 200 W 12th St., Kansas City, MO, 64105
“Building Our Legacy: The Road to Success”

CYBERSECURITY WORKSHOP
2025-08-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Empower Abilities, 1450 W Cambridge St., Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Come and join T-Mobile Accessibility for their Cybersecurity Workshop in Springfield. Learn what you can do to help protect your data information from scammers.

Nelson Atkins Deaf Cultural Festival-Kansas City
2025-08-25 10:00 - 2025-09-13 16:00 | Nelson-Aktins Museum of Arts, 4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
DEAF CULATURAL FESTIVAL
Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
Kansas City, MO
ASL Tours, ASL Slam Performances by KSD Students, ASL Storytelling, Artmaking Activities, Resource Booths

This event is FREE, but registration is needed.
Pre-register: https://nelson-atkins.org/events/festivals/deaf-cultural-festival/

Presentation: (Interpreter Provided) Researching 908 W. Ash; Tools to Explore Your Own Home's History
2025-08-26 18:00 - 19:45 | Columbia Public Library, 100 West Broadway, Columbia, 65203, United States
Join us August 26, 2025, 6-7:45 pm at the Friends Room of the Columbia Public Library to hear from Carla Cornette about her research into her historic home on West Ash Street. If you have ever wondered how to research the history of your own home, you can learn from the research she did to nominate her c. 1928 home for Columbia’s Most Notable Property Program. Cornette’s presentation will be followed by a hands-on exploration of research tools attendees can use to research their own homes. This event will have an ASL interpreter provided.
Carla Cornette is an Associate Teaching Professor of Italian at Mizzou where she teaches the intensive elementary language sequence, Post-Intermediate Italian, as well as two new courses she created: “Black Italy: the Politics and History of Race in Contemporary Italy,” and “Sicily: Crossroads in the Mediterranean.”
Thank you to our event co-sponsor, Daniel Boone Regional Library.

TWP Deaf Peer Support Group
2025-09-09 13:00 - 15:00 | The Whole Person, 3710 Main St., Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
The Whole Person
Join us for a fun, inclusive, gathering to meet Deaf peers, share experiences, and build connections.
3710 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
Contact: Clark Corogenes (ccorogenes@thewholeperson.org)

Silver Dollar City Deaf Awareness Day
2025-09-14 | Silver Dollar City Park, 399 Silver Dollar City Parkway, Branson, MO, 65616
Discover The Heart of the Ozarks at America’s #1 theme Park during Harvest Festival presented by Humana. By day, explore thrilling rides, visiting craftsmen and cowboys, world-class entertainment, unique shopping and down-home cooking. By night, be wowed by thousands of illuminated pumpkins and larger-than-life masterpieces, concerts and late-night fun with Pumpkins in The City presented by Mercy.
Silver Dollar City and MCDHH partner again this year to bring Deaf Awareness to SDC. Deaf and Hard of Hearing visitors get complimentary (free) tickets and any family member or friend who is not Deaf or hard of hearing can get in at a discounted price.

Normal tickets are $92/day (Children 4-11 and senior citizens get an additional $10.00 off) Thanks goes to SDC for offering family and friends a discount as listed on the flyer!
If you need further accommodations like wagons for children or wheel chairs or scooters, please check the website for details and pricing. (https://www.silverdollarcity.com/ )
Hope to see you there!
Flyer description: Picture of all background of trees with a black and red locomotive on tracks. The logos for Silver Dollar City and MCDHH. 2025 Deaf Awareness Day Sunday, September 14
Complimentary Ticket for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Blind, or full-time Wheelchair Users. Ages 12+ $61 Ages 4-11$57

St. Science Center-DEAF DAY
2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 | St. Louis Science Center, 5050 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO
Sponsored in part by the Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
ASL interpreters provided by The Willow Tree Project
Committee partnership with ASL Aspire
Information tables hosted by ASL Aspire and The Missouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

St. Louis Cardinals Deaf Awareness Day
2025-09-20 18:15 - 21:15 | Busch Stadium, 700 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63102, United States
To Buy Tickets: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/deafinc/event/dadstlc/
Come have a ball at St. Louis’ Busch Stadium and root for the home team!

St. Louis Cardinals Deaf Awareness Game AFTER PARTY
2025-09-20 21:30 - 23:00 | MO
If you want to go to the Cardinals game, you need to buy your tickets ($35 per person) through DEAF Inc. That way, you’ll be sitting with the community and supporting Deaf Awareness Day. After the Cardinals game, we’re heading to Ballpark Village to keep the fun going and continue socializing. ⚾️🤍🤗
When: September 20, 2025 | After the game (around 9:30 PM)
Where: Ballpark Village | 601 Clark Ave, St. Louis, MO 63102
21+ only | Music, drinks, and a Deaf-friendly environment
https://stldeafsportsocialclub.mypixieset.com/

MDHAC ASL4ALL 5K (Third Annual)
2025-09-27 07:00 - 11:00 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | MO
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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | MO
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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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.
