Upcoming Events

Join us for de’VIA Canvas Painting Night with Tina Steele on Friday, September 12th, from 5:30–7:30 PM at the Knoxville Center of the Deaf! This fun and creative evening is a great opportunity to learn about de’VIA while exploring Deaf art and…

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. 

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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…

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…

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…

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…

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!

If you are…

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…

National Parent Conference 2025

California – Riverside
Date: September 20, 2025
Time: 3–6 PM PT
Location: The Grove Center, 19231 Grove Community Dr, Riverside, CA 92508
Highlights:

Guest Speakers: Tanya Polstra (CEO, Deaf Kids…

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,…