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Events for Families with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

We host several events each year throughout the state, offering opportunities to meet, socialize, have fun, and connect with other families.

Please visit our Facebook page for the most current information and events. We are always seeking to connect with more families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children for support and social opportunities. If you would like assistance in planning an event in your area, please contact us at handsandvoicesny@gmail.com.

Events are sponsored by the New York State Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program (NY EHDI).

Please refer to the New York State Early Hearing Detection and Intervention to learn more about universal newborn screening and NYS Early Intervention Program for appropriate referrals and services.

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Calendar of Events

Parent Support – Virtual Event – March 2026

Meet Elaine and Shane from the Family ASL project. Learn about using visual strategies while engaging and reading with your deaf or hard of hearing child.

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11 March 2026 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Deaf Night Out Bowling (Clifton Park, NY)

Join us for a fun night out for our first school-aged event. Any family with a D/HH member aged 5-99 are invited for a free night of bowling funded by Hands and Voices of New York.

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28 March 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Spring Event (Saratoga, NY)

Join us at a private event at the Saratoga Children’s Museum for a fun filled morning of imaginative play and a science demonstration about rainbows!

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29 March 2026 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Parent Support – Virtual Events – April 2026

Learn how ASL and spoke language together provide a strong foundation for language development. Review intentional and purposeful use of bilingual strategies for DHH children.

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26 April 2026 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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Winter Play Meet-Up
(Rhinebeck, NY)