Massachusetts Universal Newborn Hearing Screening Program

09/21/2026

The City of Lawrence Commission on Disability invites you to attend Lawrence's first annual Deaf/ Hard of Hearing flag raising event in support, awareness & community.
When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm
Where: 200 Common Street, Lawrence, MA 01840

09/14/2026

Free and open to all! RSVP: https://forms.gle/PdNcTGc5VsyPwKiU7

The Decibels Foundation is thrilled to host a sweet and sunny Ice Cream Social,a fun-filled gathering made just for Deaf and hard of hearing children and their families. It’s a chance to connect, laugh, and build community over your favorite frozen treats! Come chill with us, make new friends, and celebrate the amazing children and families who inspire us every day.

09/14/2026

Save the Date: Join Us for Our Next Shared Reading Saturday on October 3! - https://mailchi.mp/gallaudet/shared-reading-saturday-oct-3-sabado-de-lectura-compartida-15-de-marzo-4748260

09/11/2026

The Children's Center for Communication / Beverly School for the Deaf is celebrating 150 years this weekend, which includes a Deaf Culture Festival tomorrow at their school. Although some of the events are separately ticketed, many are free and open to the public.

09/10/2026

These resources are in addition to local opportunities offered by MA Family Sign Language Program The Children's Center for Communication / Beverly School for the Deaf Willie Ross School for the Deaf and The Learning Center for the Deaf (MA)

🤟 YOU ASKED — WE LISTENED! 💙 Want to learn ASL?

After our Deaf Awareness Month post, so many of you told us you'd love to learn American Sign Language. We heard you! Here are a few trusted places to get started:

💙 Signing Time through NCHAM — Family-friendly resources for learning and using signs together.

🤟 Gallaudet University – ASL Connect — ASL learning resources and online learning opportunities.

💙 Oklahoma School for the Deaf — Free online ASL learning opportunities.

🤟 Clerc Center at Gallaudet University — Resources for finding ASL classes, tools and other ways to learn.

Learning ASL is also an opportunity to learn more about Deaf culture and connect with the Deaf community. 💙

Have a favorite ASL learning resource? Share it in the comments! 👇

08/25/2026

Many thanks for hosting these fantastic events!

🎉 The day is finally here! 👶💙💗
We’re so excited for the second of our TWO Community Baby Showers! 🍼✨
We hope to see you TODAY from 4–6 PM at the Norfolk Public Library (Massachusetts) 🎈🎁
Come celebrate with us and help shower these soon-to-be parents/new with lots of love! 💕👶🍼
See you there! 🎉😊

08/25/2026

A new app created by Disney animator Josh Staub tied to his animated series project 'Small Talk' offers a charming way to learn ASL.

08/20/2026

Boston Children’s Hospital DHHP is hosting an Early Intervention to Preschool Transition Workshop on September 25th from 10-1 at the Weston Community Center. On site childcare will be provided. To register email [email protected]

08/18/2026

Free virtual ASL classes for all ages

Fall Kids Club & ASL classes are open for registration! Kids Club runs Saturdays and Sundays, grouped by age (0–5 through 13+). Teens and adults can join Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced classes on weeknights. All live and virtual scan the QR code above to save your spot. Link in the comments below!

08/17/2026

A free monthly virtual workshop for families of Deaf and hard of hearing children. The first one is tomorrow. Please note the times are listed in Central time.https://mcusercontent.com/c0066966d7e39b10d01969da8/files/385c2905-8394-37b0-11d2-f8ede4b0151d/FWS_Fall_2026_Flyer.pdf