Iowa Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program

10/22/2026

If you are in the Davenport area, you won't want to miss this fun, family bowling event with Iowa School for the Deaf!

Sign up for a fun evening of bowling and connecting with other deaf, hard-of hearing and deafblind children and families!

This event is 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 for deaf, hard-of-hearing and deafblind children ages birth–21. Parents, guardians and siblings are welcome to join the fun but will need to pay their own admission.

📅 Friday, Nov. 6, 5–7 p.m.
📍 Bowlmor Lanes in Davenport

Register by Friday, Oct. 30 at the link in the bio.

[ID: Strike Up Connections Family Bowling Night, 2952 Brady St., Davenport, IA. Illustration of a bowling ball rolling into three pins. Iowa EHDI logo, ISD Outreach logo.]

10/19/2026

Love seeing all the great things individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing are doing!

You can have hearing loss AND play alto saxophone in Marching Mizzou, AND be crowned Homecoming King - all while studying Pre-Nursing!

You can have hearing loss AND pursue a PhD in Music Education at one the nation’s top universities, while serving as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for Marching Mizzou!

You can have hearing loss AND be a member of the nationally recognized Mizzou Golden Girls, all while studying Journalism at the top journalism school in the country!

Thanks to Austin, Adam, and Giuliana for sharing your stories with us 🤗

📷: Bonnie Niedermann

10/07/2026

Don't forget to register to join us at this year's pumpkin patch event!

Pumpkin Patch Family Days are coming up! Families of children who are deaf, hard of hearing or deafblind are invited to enjoy pumpkins, snacks, activities and time to connect with other families.

📅 Saturday, Oct. 17
⏰ 10 a.m. to noon
🎟️ Free admission

Choose from three locations across Iowa:

• Black's Heritage Farms, Ames
• Bart's Farm and Pumpkin Patch, Marion
• Fields of Fun, Sioux Center

Register by Oct. 10 at: https://iaeducationfordeafandblind.org/pumpkin

Hosted by Iowa Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program, Iowa Deafblind Project, Iowa Hands & Voices and Iowa School for the Deaf Outreach.

[ID: adult women walk with children holding pumpkins, calendar and location icons, logos for the four sponsoring organizations.]

09/23/2026

Happy International Day of Sign Languages!

09/19/2026

Don't forget to register to join us for the upcoming Deaf Mentor Panel virtual session!

If your child is deaf or hard of hearing, no matter their age, this session is for you!
Join EHDI and Iowa School for the Deaf's Family Support Mentoring program on Zoom for an inspiring conversation with Deaf Mentors as they share their stories, experiences growing up and what the Deaf Mentor program can look like for your family. You will have the chance to ask questions, learn from real lived experiences and connect with a community ready to support you on your journey.
Come learn, connect and feel empowered!
We hope you can join us!

📆Thursday, September 24th, 6:30-8:00 pm on Zoom
🖱Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/ihAWgA8BZ

[ID Man signing kneels on floor next to a young boy signing play. They are playing with colorful blocks on a white rug in front of a blue couch.]

09/06/2026

🎃Annual Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch!🎃

Join Iowa EHDI, Iowa Hands & Voices, Iowa School for the Deaf Family Support Mentoring Program and the Iowa Deafblind Project for a family fun day at the Pumpkin Patch! This year we will have 3 locations to choose from! Join us for a day of fun and socializing with other families that have children who are deaf, hard or hearing, or deafblind!

The three locations will be in Northwest, Central and Eastern Iowa.
This is open to families of deaf/hard of hearing/deafblind children of all ages! (Registration is for immediate family members only)

📆When: Saturday, October 17th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
📍Central Iowa Location - Black's Heritage Farms - Ames
📍Eastern Iowa Location - Bart's Farm Pumpkins - Marion
📍Northwest Iowa Location - Fields of Fun - Sioux Center

Register Here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/0j7x4810cH

[ID: Woman kneeling next to young boy in green hat holding a small pumpkin in a pumpkin patch field.]

09/04/2026

📣EHDI's next New to the Journey : Deaf Mentor Panel is coming up soon! 📣

If your child is deaf or hard of hearing, no matter their age, this session is for you!

Join EHDI and Iowa School for the Deaf's Family Support Mentoring program on Zoom for an inspiring conversation with Deaf Mentors as they share their stories, experiences growing up and what the Deaf Mentor program can look like for your family. You will have the chance to ask questions, learn from real lived experiences and connect with a community ready to support you on your journey.
Come learn, connect and feel empowered!

We hope you can join us!

📆Thursday, September 24th, 6:30-8:00 pm on Zoom
🖱Registration: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/ihAWgA8BZ

[ID Man signing kneels on floor next to a young boy signing play. They are playing with colorful blocks on a white rug in front of a blue couch.]

09/04/2026

September is Deaf Awareness Month!

Read this article on a Deaf ER Nurse who is breaking barriers. Love to see positive role models in the spotlight!

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/nation-world/deaf-er-nurse-breaking-barriers-in-florida/507-642b07bf-453d-4daa-9fdb-6616498f3ee0?fbclid=IwY2xjawUHvohwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWIyaGxYZTZMWDZEWHRKOTdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEed2E6i-IoLaS7Cm73nTZAz6PSOORRkrxvrKoJA-pwtLpEXOoQIOdGx_zOa7I_aem_RCYAcij9_c21Sexa_S5fYg

Bethany ‘Bebe’ Baker is redefining what’s possible for deaf professionals in healthcare while working in a Florida emergency room.

08/30/2026

If you live in the Des Moines area, check out these free Deaf & Hard of Hearing Art Gatherings at the Des Moines Art Centers on Friday nights starting September 11th!