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UID:3104-1746272700-1746278100@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:DEAFinitely Dance
DESCRIPTION:Boston Children’s Hospital Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program will host the DEAFinitely Dance crew at Nevins Library in Methuen on Saturday\, May 3 from 11:45 am – 1:15 pm!  Join for a fun day of hip hop\, breakdancing\, ASL games and activities. This event is open for deaf and hard of hearing children and siblings of all ages.  Lunch will be provided.   Please e-mail DHHPOutreach@childrens.harvard.edu with the total number of attendees and ages of the children.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/deafinitely-dance-2/
LOCATION:Nevins Memorial Library\, 305 Broadway\, Methuen\, MA\, 01844\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="BCH Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program":MAILTO:DHHPOutreach@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T110000
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SUMMARY:Four Seasons Fest
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Four Seasons event at the Wilson-Gray YMCA Youth & Family Center (444 Albany Ave\, Hartford\, CT 06120) on Saturday\, May 3rd 2025 from 11am to 1pm. Please use this form to RSVP. If you have any questions\, please call Hello Lab at 860-341-2667 or email thehellolab@gmail.com
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/four-seasons-fest/
LOCATION:Wilson-Gray YMCA\, 444 Albany Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250430
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UID:2916-1745712000-1745971199@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Success Horizon Camp
DESCRIPTION:Charlotte Mullen\, AuD\, and Katie McCarthy\, MBA\, CPACC are hosting the Success Horizon Camp for high school students (April 27-29) in Fairlee\, VT\, for deaf and hard of hearing students who are interested in leadership skills and peer support. The parent & caregiver meeting is on Saturday\, March 1 at Boston Children’s Hospital Waltham. Families may join in person or remotely.  Contact charlotte.mullen@childrens.harvard.edu if you have any questions.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/success-horizon-camp/
LOCATION:Hulbert Outdoor Center\, 2899 Lake Morey Road\, Fairlee\, VT\, 05045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Mullen":MAILTO:charlotte.mullen@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T190000
DTSTAMP:20250328T154702Z
CREATED:20250328T154702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T154702Z
UID:3080-1745600400-1745607600@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:DEAFinitely Deaf Youth Council
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of DEAFinitely is its Deaf-led Youth Council (DYC). It consists of Deaf youth ages 15-22 who come together on a monthly basis (currently virtually) during off school hours. \nRegister to get the zoom link
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/deafinitely-deaf-youth-council/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20250214T185347Z
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UID:2909-1745539200-1745798399@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Success Leadership Camp
DESCRIPTION:Charlotte Mullen\, AuD\, and Katie McCarthy\, MBA\, CPACC are hosting the Success Leadership Camp for middle school students (April 25-27) in Fairlee\, VT\, for deaf and hard of hearing students who are interested in leadership skills and peer support. The parent & caregiver meeting is on Saturday\, March 1 at Boston Children’s Hospital Waltham. Families may join in person or remotely.  Contact charlotte.mullen@childrens.harvard.edu if you have any questions. \n 
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/success-leadership-camp/
LOCATION:Hulbert Outdoor Center\, 2899 Lake Morey Road\, Fairlee\, VT\, 05045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Mullen":MAILTO:charlotte.mullen@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000
DTSTAMP:20250402T152435Z
CREATED:20250402T152359Z
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UID:3119-1744450200-1744459200@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk Preschool!
DESCRIPTION:The Hand in Hand Program with Beverly School for the Deaf is hosting an event called “Let’s Talk Preschool!” on Saturday\, April 12 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm at the CCC/BSD campus at 6 Echo Ave\, Beverly\, MA.  There will be structured play and snacks for children under age 7.  This is open to families in the community. To register\, contact pip@cccbsd.org.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/lets-talk-preschool/
LOCATION:Beverly School for the Deaf\, 6 Echo Ave\, Beverly\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Beverly School for the Deaf":MAILTO:pip@cccbsd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T123000
DTSTAMP:20250414T233855Z
CREATED:20250402T152840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T233855Z
UID:3124-1743845400-1743856200@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Shared Reading Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The Gallaudet University Regional Center East is hosting a Shared Reading Saturday program on Saturday\, April 5 at the NECC satellite campus in Lawrence\, MA. They will read a book called\, “I am NOT Going to Get Up Today!” by Dr. Seuss. There will be free childcare\, activities\, and refreshments.  Each family goes home with a copy of the book and a DVD of the story. The event will be interpreted into ASL\, English and Spanish. For more information\, contact sharedreading@necc.mass.edu \n 
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/3124/
LOCATION:Northern Essex Community College\, John R. Dimitry Building\, 45 Franklin St.\, Lawrence\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gaullaudet University Regional Center - East":MAILTO:gurc.necc@gallaudet.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T163000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250214T155430Z
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UID:2860-1743514200-1743525000@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Inclusive Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Come play and explore in the accessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special\, free afternoon for visitors who would benefit from a more sensory friendly atmosphere and a limited capacity experience. \nThis event is inclusive: the Museum is open to the public\, but does not schedule any group visits to avoid crowding. All events are free\, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/discovery-museum-inclusive-afternoon-2/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T200000
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UID:3031-1743015600-1743019200@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Elementary to Middle School Transition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Family Education and Advocacy Team (FEAT) is hosting a virtual elementary to middle school transition workshop on Sunday\, March 23\, Monday\, March 124\, and Wednesday March 26.  If your child is in 4th-7th grade and preparing for this transition\, please join Susan Gibbons\, AuD\, to learn about the transition process through a student panel\, parent panel\, psychologists and Teachers of the Deaf (TODs). If you would like to attend\, e-mail Susan at susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/elementary-to-middle-school-transition-workshop-3/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gibbons":MAILTO:susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T200000
DTSTAMP:20250310T134540Z
CREATED:20250214T190102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T134540Z
UID:2921-1742842800-1742846400@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Elementary to Middle School Transition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Family Education and Advocacy Team (FEAT) is hosting a virtual elementary to middle school transition workshop on Sunday\, March 23\, Monday\, March 24\, and Wednesday March 26.  If your child is in 4th-7th grade and preparing for this transition\, please join Susan Gibbons\, AuD\, to learn about the transition process through a student panel\, parent panel\, psychologists and Teachers of the Deaf (TODs). If you would like to attend\, e-mail Susan at susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/elementary-to-middle-school-transition-workshop-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gibbons":MAILTO:susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T200000
DTSTAMP:20250310T134125Z
CREATED:20250214T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T134125Z
UID:2919-1742754600-1742760000@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Elementary to Middle School Transition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Family Education and Advocacy Team (FEAT) is hosting a virtual elementary to middle school transition workshop on Sunday\, March 23\, Monday\, March 24\, and Wednesday March 26.  If your child is in 4th-7th grade and preparing for this transition\, please join Susan Gibbons\, AuD\, to learn about the transition process through a student panel\, parent panel\, psychologists and Teachers of the Deaf (TODs). If you would like to attend\, e-mail Susan at susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/elementary-to-middle-school-transition-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gibbons":MAILTO:susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T200000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250214T155113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:2852-1742662800-1742673600@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Inclusive Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join the Discovery Museum for this special free evening for children and adults with disabilities or sensory sensitivities\, including those that are deaf\, blind\, or autistic. Enjoy a fun\, friendly experience in our accessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods while exploring interactive exhibits and participating in hands-on activities. Any family that can benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome at this event; a medical diagnosis is not required. \nThe Museum will be closed to the general public during the event. Dinner\, including a gluten-free option\, will be provided. Discovery Woods is closed for evening events in winter. \nASL interpretation may be available upon request; please indicate on the registration form if you would like interpretation at the event. All events are free\, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/discovery-museum-inclusive-evening/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T160000
DTSTAMP:20250310T185312Z
CREATED:20250310T185230Z
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UID:3051-1742634000-1742659200@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Parent Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Massachusetts Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program’s annual Parent Forum! Join on March 22nd at Framingham State University. Attend for all or part of the day. The event is free\, and childcare stipends are available. Register here: https://forms.gle/BMvwc7r5BEstQwyu9
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/parent-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Framingham State University\, 100 State Street\, Framingham\, MA\, 01701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program":MAILTO:sarah.stone@state.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T163000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250214T154943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:2846-1741095000-1741105800@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Inclusive Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Come play and explore in the accessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods during this special\, free afternoon for visitors who would benefit from a more sensory friendly atmosphere and a limited capacity experience. \nThis event is inclusive: the Museum is open to the public\, but does not schedule any group visits to avoid crowding. All events are free\, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/discovery-museum-inclusive-afternoon/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T200000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250214T153446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:2828-1740848400-1740859200@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Discovery Museum Evening for Deaf\, Blind\, or DeafBlind
DESCRIPTION:Join the Discovery Museum for this special free evening for children and adults who are d/Deaf\, hard of hearing\, Blind\, Visually Impaired\, or DeafBlind and their caregivers. Enjoy a fun\, friendly experience in the accessible and universally designed Discovery Museum and Discovery Woods while exploring interactive exhibits and participating in hands-on activities. \nThe Museum will be closed to the general public for this event. ASL Interpreters will be available. Dinner\, including a gluten-free option\, will be provided. \nAll events are free\, but pre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/discovery-museum-evening-for-deaf-blind-or-deafblind/
LOCATION:Discovery Museum\, 177 Main St\, Acton\, MA\, 01720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20250217T135941Z
CREATED:20250217T135941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T135941Z
UID:2937-1740214800-1740222000@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Shared Reading Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Join Rhode Island School for the Deaf and Gallaudet University Regional Center East for Shared Reading Saturday! \n\nLearn to read to your child in American Sign Language using the 15 Principles of Reading to Your Deaf Child\nArts & Crafts related to the book theme\nFood & Drinks provided for all attendees\nFamilies will leave with a FREE copy of the book\n\nThis month’s book is Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/shared-reading-saturday/
LOCATION:Rhode Island School for the Deaf\, 1 Corliss Park\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T130000
DTSTAMP:20250214T190833Z
CREATED:20250214T190833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T190833Z
UID:2926-1739876400-1739883600@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Hands & Voices Golf for Teens (RI)
DESCRIPTION:Hands & Voices invites d/Deaf and hard of hearing teens to play a round of golf and connect at Top Golf in Cranston\, RI\, on Tuesday\, February 18\, from 11 am – 1 pm.  RSVP by by filling out the registration form.  If you have any questions\, contact angels@rihandsandvoices.org.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/hands-voices-golf-for-teens-ri/
LOCATION:Top Golf\, 120 Sockanosset Cross Rd\, Cranston\, RI\, 02920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hands & Voices Rhode Island":MAILTO:angels@rihandsandvoices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T153000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250214T152738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:2818-1739626200-1739633400@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Critter Weekend at Boston Children's Museum (ASL Interpreted Program)
DESCRIPTION:ASL interpreted Critter Weekend Animal World Experience at the Boston Children’s Museum. There are 3 showtimes available on Saturday February 15 at 1:30pm\, 2:10pm\, and 2:50pm. \nMuseum general admission is required. Discounted admission may be available for Deaf visitors. Please contact Saki Iwamoto at iwamoto@bostonchildrensmuseum.org.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/critter-weekend-at-boston-childrens-museum-asl-interpreted-program/
LOCATION:Boston Children’s Museum\, 308 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Saki Iwamoto":MAILTO:iwamoto@bostonchildrensmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T200000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250110T091310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:1383-1736879400-1736884800@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning to High School (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning to High School: Support and Tips for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students and their Families\nTuesday January 14\, 2025\n6:30-8pm \nTopics include:\n– academic\, social\, and extracurricular differences between middle school and high school\n– helpful strategies to adjust to high school\n– preparations for family/student prior to the transition to high school \nEmail Susan at susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu or Charlotte Mullen at charlotte.mullen@childrens.harvard.edu for the Zoom link. Captioning will be available.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/transitioning-to-high-school-virtual/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gibbons":MAILTO:susan.gibbons@childrens.harvard.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T170000
DTSTAMP:20250214T155930Z
CREATED:20250110T092009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T155930Z
UID:1389-1736496000-1736528400@decibelsfoundation.org
SUMMARY:DEAFinitely Dance
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sign and dance! Please join us on Saturday\, January 25 in the auditorium at Nevins Memorial Library as Boston Children’s Hospital welcomes DEAFinitely Dance for a performance and workshop for families and children of all ages. As a Boston based non-profit\, the youth and leadership of DEAFinitely represent multi-lingual\, cultural\, racial\, and socio-economic diversity. Through its Performance Crew\, Deaf Youth Council mentoring program\, and mental health initiatives\, DEAFinitely is changing perspectives and putting American Sign Language and Deaf culture in the forefront of diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and accessibility. \nEnjoy an uplifting and moving performance by the Performance Crew followed by an interactive workshop where children and families will receive dance instruction enhanced by incorporating ASL in to the movements. No prior dance experience is required\, just bring an open mind and comfortable dancing shoes. This event is ideal for children ages 5 – 18 but can still be enjoyed by all ages. Doors will open for the performance at 11:45\, and the performance will begin at 12:00. Lunch will be provided at the conclusion of the workshop\, around 12:45/1:00. \nPlease email DHHPOutreach@childrens.harvard.edu to register for the event. Please include the total number of attendees and ages of children.
URL:https://decibelsfoundation.org/event/deafinitely-dance/
LOCATION:DEAFinitely Dance\, Nevis Memorial Library 305 Broadway\, Methuen\, MA\, 01844\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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