Voices Off Lounge, for for? The Voices Off Lounge is a Deaf-led space where voices are off and alternative communication is encouraged. It’s a welcoming and safer environment for the Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and hearing communities to connect, learn, and celebrate ASL and Deaf culture. Success for the Voices Off […]
Deaf Culture Seattle
The First Lesson in Deaf Culture: How to Get a Deaf Person’s Attention Before Signing
In Deaf culture, gaining attention before signing is fundamental. Methods like waving or gently tapping the shoulder ensure effective communication. It’s about respect and understanding the community’s visual communication norms. Mastering this initial lesson fosters meaningful interactions and sets the stage for learning American Sign Language with cultural sensitivity.
First Time Attending An ASL Event?
Feeling invisible at your first ASL event? We see you. It’s okay; keep coming back. Everyone was once a beginner, overwhelmed by fast signing. By showing up, you’re already bridging the gap, gaining real-time insights into the Deaf world. Thank you for taking this brave step. Keep coming back!
How to Join The Conversation Flow
Walking into a room buzzing with animated conversations in American Sign Language (ASL) can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, the anticipation of joining a conversation can bring about a surge of anxiety. But fear not, getting into the convo flow in ASL […]
Signaraoke: The Greatest Show on Earth!
Step into the breathtaking Signaraoke, an innovative fusion of sign language and karaoke under the Crescent Lounge’s Big Top, where songs and stories unfold through expressive gestures. Celebrating inclusivity with two ASL interpreters, this is a world where visual performances create powerful emotions, driven by the enthusiastic Toe-Knee and karaoke DJs, inviting all to join in the spectacle and let their signing creativity take center stage. Note: This content, crafted with AI for amusement in a whimsical tone, may not reflect reality.
Donations may be allocated to support Certified Deaf Interpreters, DeafBlind interpreters and support, ASL interpreters from marginalized communities, as well as fund requests for event access for Black Lives Matter (BLM) and various marginalized community events.