Deaf Awareness Program in Newark

Newark Grange, in conjunction with Wayne County Pomona Grange, is offering a Deaf Awareness Program at Newark Grange Hall on April 17 and 18, from 7- p.m.

The Grange has contracted Sherri Taft to teach introductory signs and deaf culture information. The four-hour course, will allow each person to walk away from the course with a better understanding of the deaf culture and the ability to introduce themselves and share information about themselves.

Sherri has a background in ASL (American Sign Language), from the time she was Junior Granger. She graduated from the National Technical Institute for the Deaf in Rochester with an Associate's degree in Educational Interpreting. Sherri, who is not deaf, lived in the dormitory with deaf students, thus enhancing her education in both communicating and awareness.

She teaches middle school students in ASL and Deaf Culture.

The charge for the program is $5 per night. No reservations are required and the program is open to the public. Plan on attending to learn more about communicating with your deaf neighbors.

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