This digital flyer is for a "Library Lunch and Learn Monthly Webinar" on "Advocacy and Community Engagement with Tom D'Angelo from Knoxville Center of the Deaf." It will be held on September 17th, 2025, from 12 to 12:45 pm CT. The flyer features a dark blue background with various logos, including one for "Library Lunch & Learn" and the Nashville Public Library. It indicates that closed captioning and a sign language interpreter will be provided, and includes a headshot of Tom D'Angelo.
Knoxville Center of the Deaf Welcomes New Executive Director

Tom D’Angelo has joined Knoxville Center of the Deaf as Executive Director. With over 28 years of experience in marketing, outreach, and telecommunications relay services, Tom brings a strong commitment to serving the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. His work has supported businesses, nonprofits, schools, and individuals across various sectors. 

Join us to meet Tom on Zoom and hear about his work in advocacy and community engagement! Click “Learn More” below to receive the Zoom link!

Banner for Nashville Walk4Hearing by the Hearing Loss Association of America. Event date: Saturday, November 8, 2025. Location: Centennial Park, Band Shell Stage, 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203. Schedule: 9:00 am Registration, 10:30 am Stage Presentation, 10:45 am Walk begins. Contact: walk4hearing@hearingloss.org. Image shows a large group of smiling participant
Nashville Walk 4 Hearing

Walk4Hearing is a nationwide event organized by the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) that brings together individuals, families, nonprofits, hearing care professionals, and community partners to support hearing health and raise awareness. Join us in celebrating and supporting everyone impacted by hearing loss—whether you have hearing loss yourself, stand with loved ones, or support the hearing loss community.

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Get a Free Accessible Weather Alert Radio

Request an accessible weather radio for free. Limited to residents in the following counties: Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson counties. Limit of 1 per household.

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Serving the Residents of Tennessee

Welcome to the public resource about hearing loss and deafness that is available to ALL Tennesseans regardless of your ability to hear! Check out our statewide event calendar; lending library of books, videos and equipment; Tennessee Directory of Services for People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and more!

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Calendar of Events

Look for or post events in the deaf and hard of hearing community across the entire state of Tennessee!  The calendar is also searchable by area of the state or type of event.

Marionette shows with live sign language interpretation.
Selected Marionette Shows

Great for children and adults alike! A variety of marionette and puppet shows performed at Nashville Public Library are interpreted into ASL. A sound track accompanies the videos. 

Special thanks to Wishing Chair Productions and the Nashville Public Library Foundation!

Library Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Updated: January 14, 2022

Tennessee Upcoming Events

Sep
13
Sign & Story - BridgesEAST

Join us for a fun morning of stories and signing! Families, children, and community members are welcome to enjoy fall-themed stories in ASL and English. Parents can enjoy coffee and donuts while the kids dive into crafts. 

Please register…

  • In Person
Sep
13
Say What? Let's Sign About It!


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In honor of Deaf Awareness Month, join us for an interactive event that brings together Deaf and Hard of Hearing community members and service providers to address healthcare challenges. This event aims to foster connections, share…

  • In Person
Sep
17
Library Lunch and Learn Webinar - with Knoxville Center of the Deaf

Exciting News from Knoxville Center of the Deaf!

Did you know KCD has a new Executive Director?

Meet Tom D’Angelo – a passionate advocate with over 28 years of experience in marketing, outreach, and telecommunications relay services, all…

  • Virtual/Online
Sep
18
Community Town Hall LEAD - K for Tennessee

Did you know Tennessee is one of the few states without a LEAD-K program? 

LEAD-K is a national movement in 23 states working to prevent language deprivation in d/Deaf children. Learn how a statewide system could track language milestones…

  • In Person
Sep
18
Interpreter Night Out

Happy September!

INO is back for the month of September! Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community on September 18th, 2025, from 6–8 PM at Phat Bites! 

Whether you’re a seasoned interpreter or just starting your…

  • In Person
Sep
20
Fall Fest - KCD!

Knoxville Center of the Deaf will be hosting a Fall Festival on September 20th, and we are looking for a food truck to come to our event! FREE ADMISSION!

Local ResourcesLocal Arts & CraftsPumpkin Painting and many more! 

If you are…

  • In Person
Sep
20
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act - Tax Updates for Interpreters


Workshop Description: 
This webinar will unpack the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s key provisions that affect interpreters. Whether you’re on staff, freelancing, or doing both, you will leave with valuable information that applies to you. You…

  • Virtual/Online
Sep
25
Read the (Virtual) Room - People Skills for Remote Interpreters


Workshop Description: 
Working as an interpreter has always been about people—understanding them, connecting with them, and helping them communicate across language barriers. Remote interpreting adds new layers to these human dynamics,…

  • Virtual/Online