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OSD Panther Pulse - Welcome!

September Edition: Introduction

OSD Panther Pulse -Welcome!September Edition: Introduction

OSD Panther Pulse...what is it?

Welcome to the OSD Panther Pulse!
"OSD Panther Pulse: A purple background with a golden yellow outline of a panther leaping over a line that represents a pulse. The pulse line starts with an email icon and ends with an information icon. At the bottom, 'PANTHER PULSE' is written in bold, capitalized golden yellow text, with the subtext 'OREGON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF' in white font underneath."

Monthly eBlast Newsletter

🐾 Welcome to the OSD Panther Pulse! 🐾

We're thrilled to introduce you to our brand-new monthly newsletter, designed to keep you connected and in the loop with the latest updates from the Oregon School for the Deaf, ASL resources that align with monthly themes and current events, and happenings in the Deaf community across the Pacific Northwest.

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Still wondering what OSD Panther Pulse is?

Consider this your monthly pulse check on Deaf education, culture, and community! Whether you're looking for upcoming events, fun activities, or ways to engage with ASL and the Deaf community, the Panther Pulse has got you covered.

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Want to feature your events or activities?

OSD Panther Pulse will be shared on the 15th of every month. If you know of any Deaf-related events or activities in Oregon (and Washington) you'd like to see featured, feel free to email our Outreach Specialist Kelsey Gilstrap at kelsey.gilstrap@osd.k12.or.us or text at 503-400-1440.

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Additional note about Panther Pulse...

Keep in mind that while we're happy to share what's happening with the broader Deaf community, not all events are affiliated with OSD.


Be sure to subscribe below so you never miss a beat!

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About Oregon School for the Deaf
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OSD September eNewsletter

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✏️ Our Monthly School Newsletter will begin in October!

Special Events - September & October

Events are listed in chronological order:

"Flyer for the Oregon Association of the Deaf (OAD) 2024 Virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM). The event will be held on Friday, September 20, from 4 PM to 7 PM (Opening Ceremony) and Saturday, September 21, from 10 AM to 4 PM (General Meeting). The top of the flyer features the OAD logo and the words '2024 AGM Annual General Meeting' with a speech bubble icon labeled 'Virtual.' Beneath that, there is a message saying 'Agenda Coming Soon.' Below is a scenic image of a snow-capped mountain reflected in a lake surrounded by trees. The flyer features photos of four individuals: Sean Gerlis (Parliamentarian), Ryan Farrow (Keynote Presenter), Alex Abenchuchan (Special Guest), and Lisa McBee (Performer). Registration is for OAD members only and available via Zoom at AGM2024.OAD1921.org, with the AGM being live-streamed on YouTube for public viewing. Contact information includes an email address (info@oad1921.org) and the website (oad1921.org)."

OAD 2024 Annual General Meeting - Virtual

Oregon Association of the Deaf 2024 Annual General Meeting: This is a virtual meeting. You can sign up by clicking this link: agm2024.oad1921.org

When: Friday, Sept 20th 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Opening Ceremony) and Saturday, Sept 21st 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (General Meeting)

Where: Zoom: You can sign up by clicking this link: agm2024.oad1921.org

WATCH ASL VIDEO: https://youtu.be/CSduCyp594c

Salem Bubble Walk & Riverfront Carousel

Hands & Voices of Oregon/Guide By Your Side Invites Your Family to: Salem Bubble Walk & Riverfront Carousel: Families and members of the D/deaf & Hard of Hearing community are invited to meet in front of the carousel.

When: Saturday, Sept 28th, 2:00 PM

Where: Salem's Riverfront Carousel 101 Front St NE, Salem, OR 97301

Contact Caitlin@handsandvoicesOR.org for questions

ASL & Spanish interpretation will be provided

More Info: Hands and Voices of Oregon Facebook Page

This flyer promotes an event hosted by Bridges Oregon. Main Heading: "Join Us to Celebrate, Connect & Thrive!" Event Details: - Date: Sunday, September 29, 2024 - Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM - Location: Woodstock Café, 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97202 (with a picture of the café sign). Visuals: - A picture of artwork featuring a black-and-white pop art style and a flower arrangement. - Image of hands coming together, symbolizing community and connection. - The flyer is designed with a purple and yellow theme. Invitation Text: "Step into an unforgettable afternoon filled with engaging activities, new friendships, and lots of fun!" Contact Information: - Email: marvelservices@bridgesoregon.org - Website: bridgesoregon.org

Portland - Bridges Oregon Event

Bridges Oregon's Marvel Department is hosting an event, geared for the Deaf I/DD community

When: Sunday, Sept 29th, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Woodstock Café 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR

For more info: Please contact marvelservices@bridgesoregon.org

Website: bridgesoregon.org

Vancouver - WSD: Magic Morgan & Liliana

Washington School for the Deaf hosts "Behold the Extraordinary with Magic Morgan & Liliana" show: Open to the community & interpreters provided.

When: Wednesday, Oct 2nd, 6:30 PM

Where: Lloyd Auditorium at Washington School for the Deaf 3107 E Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98661

Ticket: Ticket sale at 5:30 PM, $10 per person, $5 for children below 5. Doors open at 6:00 PM.

Salem - Nightmare Factory Haunted House at OSD

Nightmare Factory Haunted House at Oregon School for the Deaf is the longest running haunted house in the state of Oregon!

When: Oct 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31; Nov 1, 2

Friday Nights 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Saturday Nights 7:00 - 11:00 PM; Weeknights 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Pitch Black 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Where: Oregon School for the Deaf, 999 Locust St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

Tickets & More Info: Nightmare Factory Haunted House

Fall themed flyer promoting Friends of OSD (Oregon School for the Deaf) Friends & Family Night. Sign Language encouraged. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support School projects such as field trips, special guest speakers, post-secondary exploration, dormitory furnishings and accessories, expansion of Career Technical Education Programs, and projects and activities that enhance and enrich the education experience at OSD. When: Tuesday, October 8th, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM All ages welcome; 9:00 PM to closing Adults only Where: McMenamins Boon's Treasury 888 Liberty St. NE, Salem, OR

Salem Friends of OSD's Friends & Family Night

Friends of OSD - Friends and Family Night: Sign Language encouraged. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support School projects such as field trips, special guest speakers, post-secondary exploration, dormitory furnishings and accessories, expansion of Career Technical Education Programs, and projects and activities that enhance and enrich the education experience at OSD.

When: Tuesday, October 8th, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM All ages welcome; 9:00 PM to closing Adults only

Where: McMenamins Boon's Treasury 888 Liberty St. NE, Salem, OR

White flyer with black silhouette figures of bats, witch hats, and spider webs as border, surrounding the orange title reading "DHH Social Group". In the center is text with information: "When: October 8 from 6-7:30pm", "Where: Legacy Salmon Creek at 2121 NE 139th St., Vancouver, WA, MOB A. Suite D on the second floor". "This event is for DHH children, their families, and CODAs to meet and socialize. Spooky fun and interpreteres will be provided. RSVP to Kaycee Owens at klowens@lhs.org" On the bottom of the flyer is a cute cartoon figure of ghost wearing witch hat and holding a broomstick and a jack-o-lantern bag, three handshapes in ASL deciphering " B O O" and another ghost on the right part smiling and holding a scary jack-o-lantern bag.

Vancouver, WA DHH Social Group

DHH Social Group: Event for DHH children, their families, and CODAs to meet and socialize. Spooky fun and interpreteres will be provided.

When: Tuesday, October 8th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.

Where: Legacy Salmon Creek at 2121 NE 139th St., Vancouver, WA, MOB A. Suite D on the second floor

RSVP to Kaycee Owens at klowens@lhs.org

The image shows a promotional flyer for "ASL Awareness Night." It features a silhouette of a person rock climbing on the left side. The event details are displayed in the center, stating: "Friday, Oct 11, 6:30-9:00 PM." At the bottom right, there is a message that reads, "Come climb with us!" The background has a textured, rocky pattern.

Gresham - Rock Climbing for ASL Awareness

Rock Haven is hosting an ASL Awareness event: An opportunity to learn more about ASL and support our DHH climbers. ASL interpreter on site all night, food and snacks available for all, information booth.

Cost: $15 entry with flyer (includes gear rentals) or mention this Facebook ad. Climbing available to ages 3 yrs and up.

When: Friday, October 11th, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM.

Where: Rock Haven, 355 NE 223rd Ave., Gresham, OR 97030

More Info: 503-512-5511, Rock Haven Climbing Facebook page

Recurring ASL & Deaf Events in the PNW

Events are sorted by cities in alphabetical order:

A flyer with a dark pink, textured background announces the "Albany Deaf Social." In the center is a large illustration of two fists forming the ASL sign for "social" with arrows indicating movement. The event details are as follows: Who: "All are welcome! Deaf, HOH, ASL users; please join for a cup of coffee and good conversation." When: "Second and fourth Saturday each month from 5pm-6:30pm; Aug. 24th, Sept. 14th & 28th, Oct. 12 & 26th, Nov. 9th & 23rd, Dec. 14th & 28th." Where: "Margin Coffee Roasters (Downtown) 206 2nd Ave, Albany, OR, 97321." Note: "ASL Students are welcome, however, please make it clear if you are attending to complete a homework assignment as not all may be willing to participate, thank you!" At the bottom left corner, there is a green circle with a white outline, containing the logo for "Margin Coffee Roasters." In the bottom right corner, there is a "Progress Pride" flag, symbolizing LGBTQ+ inclusivity.

Albany Deaf Social

Albany Deaf Social: All are welcome - Deaf, HOH, ASL users; please join for a cup of coffee and good conversation.

When: Second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Saturday each month from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Where: Margin Coffee Roasters (Downtown) 206 2nd Ave., Albany, OR 97321

A photo of BGs Food Cartel main building: a red building with black roof and trims; there are people sitting and eating outside.

Beaverton ASL Chat

Beaverton ASL Chat: All ages and skill levels are welcome.

When: Wednesdays, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Where: BGs Food Cartel 4250 SW Rose Biggi Ave., Beaverton, OR 97005

More Info: Portland Metro ASL & Deaf Events Facebook Page

A flyer for "Portland Art Museum Free Tours for the Deaf" shows a view of the museum's exterior, a large beige building with tall windows and trees in the foreground. The sky is clear, and the museum is bathed in sunlight. The event title is in large white text across the top: "Portland Art Museum Free Tours for the Deaf." Event details are at the bottom in white text: "Every first Thursday of the month 5-7pm." "Sponsored by:" In the bottom right corner, the logo for "Deaf Look Club" is visible, with the text "Bridge City Montessori School" surrounding it in a circular design.

Portland Art Museum - Free Tours for the Deaf

Bridge City Montessori School Deaf Look Club - Deaf and HH Tours at Portland Art Museum

When: Every first (1st) Thursday of the month, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Where: Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205

More Info: BCMS Deaf Look Club Facebook Page

"Woodstock Cafe” “ASL Game Night.” The details of the event are as follows: - **Event Name**: ASL Game Night - **l“Join us for a night of fun games!” - **Frequency**: Every last Thursday - **Time**: 4 PM - 6 PM - **Location**: 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd The flyer also includes visual elements like playing cards, dice, and a checkers board, suggesting that the games involved could be board or card games. The design has a vibrant, neon-like style with bright colors against a dark blue background.

Portland ASL Game Night

ASL Game Night at the Sign Language Cafe

When: Every last Thursday of the month, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Where: ASL Coffee Shop, Woodstock Cafe 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202

More Info: Woodstock Cafe Facebook Page

A group of about 15 people, most wearing helmets, stand with their bikes on a trail during an outdoor event called the "Deaf Look Club Bi-Monthly Bike Ride." The group smiles and waves toward the camera, with some people making the "I love you" sign in ASL. The setting is a grassy area with a dirt trail, and the weather appears sunny. In the foreground, a woman wearing a blue helmet and pink shirt takes a selfie, smiling while signing "I love you." Event details in white text over the image read: "Every second and fourth Saturday. Meets @ 10am. Leaves from ASL Coffee Shop, Woodstock @ 10:15. 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd." In the bottom right corner, the logo for the "Deaf Look Club" is visible, with a circular design and the words "Bridge City Montessori School" around the edges.

Portland Bi-Monthly Bike Ride

Bridge City Montessori School Deaf Look Club Bi-Monthly Bike Ride

When: Every second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Saturday. Meet at 10:00 AM, Leave by 10:15 AM.

Where: ASL Coffee Shop, Woodstock Cafe 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202

More Info: BCMS Deaf Look Club Facebook Page

Photo of the counter at Woodstock Sign Language Cafe with a wooden framed letter sign in the center; the sign reads "Welcome to the Woodstock Cafe a non-profit sign language friendly community brought to you by CymaSpace. Learn more or donate at bit.ly/aslcafe. #PDXSIGNS"

Portland Sign Squad

Sign Squad meet ups at the Sign Language Cafe

When: Tuesdays at 6:30 PM (starting on Oct 1st)

Where: ASL Coffee Shop, Woodstock Cafe 4103 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR 97202

More Info: Woodstock Cafe Facebook Page

Flyer for FACTS Night (Family And Community Together for School) at Oregon School for the Deaf. The event is designed for families, staff, and volunteers of OSD students. At the top, there is a group photo of smiling teenagers, some with colorful powder on their clothes and faces, standing together. The right side of the flyer reads 'FACTS NIGHT' in bold white letters on a blue and purple background, followed by 'Family And Community Together for School' and 'Oregon School for the Deaf.

Salem FACTS Night at Oregon School for the Deaf

Family And Community Together for School (FACTS) Night at Oregon School for the Deaf

When: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (RSVP to confirm time) on every third Tuesday of the month: 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17, 1/14, 2/18, 3/18, 4/15, 5/20

Where: Oregon School for the Deaf, Lindstrom Hall or Peterson Hall, 999 Locust St. NE, Salem, OR 97301

More Info: For families with DHH children of school age and OSD staff/volunteers; ASL interpretation provided, Spanish interpreteration upon request; RSVP is required. Contact Dean of Student Life at rose.covell@osd.k12.or.us or Front Office at 503-400-6180.

Photo of the dining court at Vancouver Mall, showing tables and chairs full with people eating - there are different food court restaurants lined up around the corner.

Vancouver Flying Hands (ASL) Social Chat

Flying Hands (ASL) Social Chat: All ages and skill levels are welcome.

When: Sundays, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Where: Vancouver Mall Dining Court, 2nd Floor 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver, WA 98662

Note: Please check posts from Gary Holden in Portland Metro ASL & Deaf Events Facebook Page prior to attending as location/date sometimes change

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👋 Need more info or want to share your local DHH event in the PNW? Reach out to our Outreach Specialist kelsey.gilstrap@osd.k12.or.us or text at 503-400-1440