SUPERBOWL PARTY

Super Bowl 2010 is right around the corner. That’s right, Super Bowl XLIV is nearing kickoff. Millions of Americans and people all over the world are already planning their Super Bowl party. We have one right here in Houston on February 7th, 2010 from 1pm – 11pm. So mark your calendar! continue »

Spotlight

Rita Lee Wedgeworth

spotlight_RitaLeeRita Lee Wedgeworth has over 20 years experience in interpreting for the deaf and she is widely known and respected in the deaf and hard of hearing community. When I first met Rita Lee Wedgeworth, she was one of the top interpreters I’ve had back in high school. At the time, sign language wasn’t something that I appreciated until I entered college. It was then that made me realize how easy it was for me understand sign language in a diverse culture. Rita and other interpreters had not only unconsciously taught me the art of language, but enabled me to continue »

Headlines



2nd Houston Deaf Forum Meeting – Feb 27th

Mark your calendar folks, there will be a 2nd Houston Deaf Forum meeting on February 27th from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Location will be held at Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library (Conference room – upstairs) 4100 Montrose, Houston, TX 77006.

The agenda will involve establishing an organization that will become a better voice, unity and advocacy for the deaf and hard of hearing citizen of Houston and areas. Use the power of networking tools and spread the word so we can establish Deaf Resource Center. For detailed information on the agenda… continue »

News

Challenges at work

The other day, I was talking to one of my deaf friends, and the subject came up that he was planning to continue to attend school. This was after the fact that he’s almost finished with his MBA.  His aspirations were bigger than anticipated, so he decided to pursue another continue »

Need Deaf CPA? Call and they will prepare your tax…

It’s that time of the year, have your tax preparation done by a certified public accountant. Howard Knight CPA has been busy preparing for the tax season. And, we would be honored to prepare your income tax return. continue »


Monthly Social Activities

DPHHH

Coaches Sports Bar & Grill

Every 2nd Sat. of each month
Jan 9th, 2010
8pm till closing

17460 Northwest Fwy
Houston, TX 77040
713.466.7773
website
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ASL Social

ASL Social February 2010

Friday, Feb. 5, 2010 – ASL Social

Friday, Feb. 13, 2010 – ASL Social – Latino

Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 – ASL Social

more info

Deaf Chat Coffee

Starbucks Coffee

Every 1st Saturday of each month
14333 Westheimer Rd.

Every 3rd Friday of each month
13301 FM 1960 Rd. W

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Deaf Paws

Southdown Dog Park – Pearland

Every 2nd Sunday of each month
Feb 14th, 2010
Sunday, 3pm to 6pm

Located at 2150 County Rd 94 (Smith Ranch Rd) south end of Southdown Community Park.
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Resource Center

Houston Black Deaf Advocates General Meeting Feb 20th & Mar 13th

RespondBy Longster | Feb.05, 2010 | Filed in: Community

Houston Black Deaf Advocates is having a general meeting at Houston Public Library located at Montrose, 4100 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006 on February 20th and March 13th. For more information, please contact Margo continue »

Reminder-Deaf Task Force for Emergency Preparedness

RespondBy Longster | Jan.20, 2010 | Filed in: Resource Center, Support

Houston Quarterly General Meeting. A special combined meeting will be held this month for all Workgroups and General meeting members. The goal is to share information on Workgroup activities, discuss issues, and decide Deaf Task Force business this Saturday, Jan 23rd, 2010. continue »

Leglislative Forum planned for Houston – GHID

RespondBy Longster | Jan.07, 2010 | Filed in: Interpreter, News

Greater Houston Interpreters for the Deaf (GHID) is hosting a Legislative Forum on January 16, 2010. Presented by Billy Collins, this workshop is a reprise of the forum held in San Antonio in 2009. continue »

Employment

Shipping & Receiving Clerk – Opening

RespondBy Longster | Feb.02, 2010 | Filed in: Jobs Opening

Looking for a hard worker and multi-tasker. Receiving incoming parts into our warehouse and shipping out our products to various customers via Federal Express. Keeping up with our inventory daily. continue »

UPDATE – Interpreter Job Fair & Panel of Professionals

RespondBy leyelhudson | Nov.11, 2009 | Filed in: Employment

You’ve done the work to get the degree and certification. Now it’s all about getting the job. This event brings together interpreting agencies, colleges, school districts, and video relay companies looking for qualified sign language interpreters. There is a job fair and an interpreter workshop at Lone Star College-CyFair on Friday, November 13th. The Job Fair will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm in the Conference Center Lobby and the Panel of Professionals Workshop will be held from 7:00-9:00 pm in CENT 151-153.These events are FREE!!! continue »

ZVRS Sales Manager – Position Closed

RespondBy Longster | Oct.28, 2009 | Filed in: Employment, Jobs Opening

Sales Manager for CSDVRS, LLC (“CSDVRS”). The Sales Manager will be responsible for introducing ZVRS to new customers, while also strengthening ZVRS’ relationship with current customers. Excellent prospecting skills, a strong work ethic, disciplined time management skills, and solid closing skills are all requirements of this position. Be a part of the NEW FUN and ENERGETIC ZVRS Team! continue »

Technology

Confused about 10-digit Videophone Numbers?

RespondBy Longster | Dec.10, 2009 | Filed in: Technology

Are you confused about 10-digit video phones? Join us and learn more about the FCC’s decision to adopt 10-digit numbers on Thursday, December 17th, 2009 – 6:30pm. Free Admission and free food! continue »

New Sidekick LX 2009 is attractive to deaf consumers

1 CommentBy Longster | Nov.19, 2009 | Filed in: Technology

T-Mobile has added new features to its latest Sidekick, the Sidekick LX 2009 which is attracting attention from consumers who are deaf or hard of hearing. The new features build on Sidekick’s reputation of meeting and exceeding the needs of deaf consumers in providing a deaf-friendly product. continue »

UPDATE – Taste of Technology in Houston

RespondBy Longster | Nov.02, 2009 | Filed in: Technology

UPDATE – There is still time to register! It’s quick and easy to register on-line right here, right now! Come to this FREE conference by Relay Texas and learn about technology with adaptive telecommunications equipment, assistive listening devices and telecommunications services for Texas residents who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind and Speech Disabled. continue »

Politics

NCD National Summit on Disability Policy 2010

RespondBy Longster | Oct.07, 2009 | Filed in: Politics

Here’s a great opportunity for anyone in the deaf community who is knowledgeable of disability policies who can influence the decision making during the national summit in Washington, DC. continue »

Texas Congressmen on Facebook

RespondBy Bradley Porche | Oct.05, 2009 | Filed in: Politics

I have been pondering ways for many of you to reach out and maintain contact with your Congressmen. I mentioned TweetCongress and contacting your Congressmen the old fashion way. continue »

The Case for H.R. 3101

7 CommentsBy Bradley Porche | Oct.01, 2009 | Filed in: Articles, News, Politics

It is the year of 2020, you are walking with your friend who says, “Look at the news, man…can you believe that!?” You suddenly become curious to know what is going on. Your friend is shocked and watching the news on his mobile phone. You ask your friend continue »

Education

Free English Literacy Class

RespondBy Longster | Nov.11, 2009 | Filed in: Education, Support

Want to improve your English Skills? Want to be able to read and write better? We can help! Join our fun-filled classes or individual tutoring. We work to meet your schedule! continue »

Does ASL hinder development of English / Literacy?

3 CommentsBy Longster | Oct.15, 2009 | Filed in: Education, News, Research

For a long time, I have always wondered about that question. I’m not an educator nor have I ever taught the art of language. I did however receive the research paper from someone who wanted to share continue »

Parents of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children/Youths

RespondBy Longster | Sep.27, 2009 | Filed in: Education, Research

The Seattle Quality of Life Group at the University of Washington is studying the quality of life of children and youth who are deaf or hard of hearing D/HH). Based on interviews with youth (ages 11-18 year) who are D/HH and parents of children (ages 5-10 years), we have created new questionnaires to measures quality of life specifically for children (parent report) and youth (self report) who are D/HH. We need you to help in the development process by completing the questionnaire. continue »

Activities

Sign & Deaf Culture Club Day at The Downtown Aquarium

Our Lone Star College-CyFair Sign & Deaf Culture Club has decided to utilize the discount below to create an LSC-CF Social for our ASL/ITP students. Please feel free to pass this along to the Deaf community as well. Let’s meet at 1:00pm outside of the ticket booth! If you are with an LSC-CyFair student or faculty member who has a name badge or an ID, that person can have an unlimited number of guests who can benefit from the school’s discount. We can make our social from 1:00-5:00 pm and if people decide they would like to stay longer or arrive earlier, they are welcome to do so. We hope to see you there! continue »

SUPERBOWL PARTY

Super Bowl 2010 is right around the corner. That’s right, Super Bowl XLIV is nearing kickoff. Millions of Americans and people all over the world are already planning their Super Bowl party. We have one right here in Houston on February 7th, 2010 from 1pm – 11pm. So mark your calendar! continue »

Houston Black Deaf Advocates Annual Holiday Party

Houston Black Deaf Advocates Cordially Invites You to Our Annual Holiday Party continue »

Blogs

Challenges at work

2 CommentsBy ozinabox | Feb.05, 2010 | Filed in: Blogs, News

The other day, I was talking to one of my deaf friends, and the subject came up that he was planning to continue to attend school. This was after the fact that he’s almost finished with his MBA.  His aspirations were bigger than anticipated, so he decided to pursue another continue »

Define your own reputation or let others define it for you…

6 CommentsBy Longster | Nov.23, 2009 | Filed in: Blogs, Headlines

No matter what reputation we uphold, people like you and me will always pass some kind of judgment. If you, by any small chance, believe that you do not judge, then you are simply a hypocrite, in denial, ignorant and/or delusional. Every history, media, and social aspect have proved time after time that we ALL pass some kind of judgment towards people. Don’t believe me? Then read on…

Judgment and reputation are two words that constantly revolve around us. There’s no way to avoid it continue »

Captioning: Bonus Feature or Required?

1 CommentBy Maryellen Sarles | Nov.18, 2009 | Filed in: Blogs, News

Imagine that after a long day, you’d love nothing more than to sit on the couch and watch the newest cutesy animated movie from Pixar. continue »