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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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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!

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Updated: January 14, 2022

Tennessee Upcoming Events

Apr
18
Signs of Spring - Cades Cove

Signs of Spring will be back in Cades Cove on Saturday, April 18, with programs and activities running from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Signs of Spring event celebrates National American Sign Language Day and is planned in partnership with local deaf…

  • In Person
Apr
18
Language Access in Pediatric Healthcare

Join us for an important session led by DeafMed focused on improving language access for Deaf and hard-of-hearing children in healthcare settings. This workshop will cover how to advocate for interpreters, what true access looks like, and how to…

  • Virtual/Online
Apr
22
Bridge Builder Day of Giving!

Join us from 3pm, Wednesday, April 22nd until 3pm, Thursday, April 23rd for a day of online fun, with 24 hours of videos and live streams highlighting BridgesDHH programs and celebrating our wonderful community!  

Don't miss a chance to get…

  • In Person
  • Virtual/Online
Apr
22
Career Readiness: ASL in the Workplace

Prepare for success in the workplace with this engaging session led by Patti Sanchez. Participants will explore career readiness skills, workplace communication strategies, and how to navigate professional environments as Deaf individuals. Presented in…

  • Virtual/Online
Apr
23
Are You Ready For It? - Video Remote Interpreting Virtual Workshop

Workshop Description:
Remote interpreting continues to evolve as an essential component of professional practice. Whether you're new to VRI or seeking to refine your skills, this workshop provides practical strategies for success in virtual settings…

  • Virtual/Online
Apr
25
Chandler Farms Day

We’re excited to announce that Chandler Farms Day (Train Day) will be on Saturday, April 25th, from 10 am - 2pm! This event is for families of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf Blind children of all ages. Everyone is welcome! There will be hotdogs,…

  • In Person
Apr
25
Read and Sign Along with Norma Moran

A fun and interactive literacy experience for families! Join Norma Morán for a storytime that blends reading and ASL, helping children build language skills in an engaging and accessible way. Perfect for young learners and families. Presented in ASL…

  • Virtual/Online
Apr
25
Fire Safety at Home - Be Prepared, Stay Safe

Knoxville's Fire Captain Trumpore will be providing a fire safety demonstration at Knoxville Center of the Deaf. Come join us to learn different fire prevention techniques and how to use a fire extinguisher.  

 


  • In Person