It’s time, friends and foes! A time to rise up, unite resources, build support, educate and especially be “heard” by those who live in Houston. Although Houston is the 4th largest city in the US, we have yet to see a central hub where Houstonians can find a variety of useful information in one place. HoustonDeafNetwork.com will do its best to fill in the missing gaps and help you fulfill your needs. But wait, there’s more than just providing you information… continue »
Have you wonder what it is like to be a deaf person in a big hearing world? Come over and you will participate in real life scenario and everything will be done in ASL, notepad writing and various communication methods –without using voice. You will be giving notepad and scenario cards. You will have experience that will give you a great insight and understanding of Deaf Culture, communication, barriers and other life challenges! continue »
It is two and half weeks left to Global Deaf Women Retreat in Austin, TX! We have this hot contest for women to win a hot date with catering: Arouse Your Palates, Paul Rutwoski and his featured Irish Chef Kurt Ramborger. Check this link: http://hosted.vresp.com/748617/c2186ff99c/1324020165/6d61de95c1/ continue »
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PLEASE cross post/share this flyer to any contacts you may have with rescue groups who help dogs who are deaf. If you can provide him a permanent home that would be great as well (contact info on link). Thor was going to be euthanized at local shelter and a good hearted foster mom took him home temporarily. He needs a permanent home. He is a great dog. He is located in Conroe, TX. View the PDF attachment or go to https://sites.google.com/site/animalsinneedofrescue/ for more info.
This post was submitted by Maile Schuyler.
This month’s Houston Police Department Positive Interaction Program will feature a presentation on “Adult Protective Services.” continue »
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Fri, Nov 5, 2010 – ASL Social
Sat, Nov 6, 2010 – Silent Dinner
Sat, Nov 13, 2010 – Latino
Fri, Nov 19, 2010 – ASL Social
Sat Nov 6th at 5:00pm come join Talking Hands (Clear Creek High Schools sign language club) for a Silent dinner at Freebirds on Bay area. continue »
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Global Deaf Women team made beautiful slides for you.. to see why you should go to The Golden Age retreat in Austin, TX. It is the moment to awaken your soul through the deep quality of meditation, social, yoga, network, spa and enjoy the good time with your girlfriends. continue »
This post was submitted by Irina Normatov.
Come and Meet Nicole Zatzkin of Houston, Texas. The first Deaf to become CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) trained in Houston. Hear her story on becoming CERT trained and how that has led her to working and serving the deaf in other countries in times of disasters.
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I regret to say this but I have to cancel Deafula that is being exhibited on Oct the 20th at Lonestar Community College-Kingwood due to copyright issues and potential fines if the movie is being shown. Please pass this to people you invited to come with you. Again I apologize profoundly. I know we have been looking forward to this. Me too…big time. However look forward to other events that is being brain-stormed inside my brains.
– Joseph Holmberg
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Please join HBDA for an afternoon of food, fun, and fellowship! We will sell turkey, drinks, salad, and desserts.
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This post was submitted by Margo.
Got Legal Problems?
If so, please contact Jose Gonzalez at gonzales_jg@prepaidlegal.com. Vist the website: www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/gonzalez_jg

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Don’t forget the HBDA Meeting and Fall Festival this Saturday, Oct.16th! It will be at the Lillian Beard Deaf Connection Center which is a part of Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church. The meeting will start at 1 PM and immediately following the meeting we will have our Fall Festival Bash! continue »
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The Houston Deaf Advisory Committee will host its first public meeting. Two presentations will take place.
Houston Emergency Center- Emergency Planning
Deaflink- AHAS presentation continue »
This post was submitted by kaitlyn Tracy.
Established program of 162 high school students in ASL I, ASL II, ASL III.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university Teaching certificate or be eligible and willing to secure certification Passing scores on state required ASL content tests or be eligible to take tests 24 college hours in sign language courses continue »
Community-Wide Garage Sale at Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church on October 23,2010 9a.m to 3p.m. Have lots of Junk?? Come Sell Your Stuff and Keep Your Money!! Help Woodhaven Women’s Ministry raise money for 2011′s Deaf Women Retreat. Reserve a space (rent a table) $20 per family or $15 per Woodhaven Members. For More Information, please contact Cynthia Lister @ 832.630.5756 text only.
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Every 2nd Sat. of each month
Oct 9th, 2010
8pm till closing
Sam’s Boat
5720 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77057
713.781.2628
website
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Every 2nd Sunday of each month
Oct 10th, 2010
Sunday, 3pm to 6pm
5801 Woodway Drive
(Corner of Bering & Woodway)
Houston, TX 77057