Florida Hands & Voices

05/29/2026

Fingerspelling Friday fun! 🤟✨

Thank you to Deaf Literacy Center - Tampa Bay Florida for creating and sharing these weekly ASL fingerspelling challenges. 🧡

05/29/2026

Looking for a meaningful Father’s Day gift this year? 💙

What better gift than the gift of communication, connection, and community with your child?

The Lil’ Hands Up Conference will take place June 18–21, 2026 at The Florida Hotel in Orlando, Florida. This family-centered conference is created for parents and caregivers of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children ages 4–12.

All communication styles are welcome, including ASL, spoken language, Total Communication, AAC, or a combination of methods.

Families can enjoy:
✨ Interactive workshops
✨ Parent education sessions
✨ Activities for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children
✨ Connection with other families
✨ Exposure to language, communication, culture, and community

📍 The Florida Hotel – Orlando, FL
📅 June 18–21, 2026

Registration:
💲 $75 per adult, ages 13+
💲 $50 per child, ages 4–12, must be potty trained

Register here:
https://handsupconference.ticketspice.com/2026-lil-hands-up

Learn more:
www.HandsUpConference.com

Thank you to Hands Up Conference for creating opportunities for families to connect, learn, and grow together. ❤️

05/26/2026

As Memorial Day comes to a close, we pause to remember and honor those who served and sacrificed.

We also recognize the military families who continue navigating service, transitions, and family life — including families raising Deaf and Hard of Hearing children.

Resource to know: The Hands & Voices Military Project offers support for active duty and retired military families raising D/HH children.

Learn more here:
https://www.handsandvoices.org/resources/military/index.html

✨FLHV is an active chapter of the globally recognized nonprofit, Hands and Voices, which provides unbiased support, resources, and professional connections to families in Florida raising Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. All donations are tax deductible. Become a member today pinned on our profile or at www.flhv.org ✨

05/20/2026

Sharing for our Southwest Florida community! 🎨

Florida Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (FRID) has a Craft Day coming up in Fort Myers. See the flyer and original caption for details and registration.

🎨 Craft Day with FRID is coming to Southwest Florida!

Join us for a fun, relaxed afternoon of crafts, conversation, and community connection hosted by our West Region Representative, Mack Wagoner! Whether you’re an interpreter, ITP student, or part of the ASL community — all are welcome.

✨ Your $25 entry includes THREE craft tickets:
🖌 Epoxy Craft
💎 Diamond Art Coasters
🌿 Boho Craft

📅 June 6, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
📍 1860 Boy Scout Dr. B208, Fort Myers, FL 33907

Please register in advance so we can plan supplies and seating accordingly!

🎟 Net proceeds support FRID professional development and future programming.



Image Description:
Promotional flyer titled “Craft Day with FRID” advertising a West Region social craft event. Participants can complete up to three crafts: epoxy resin art, diamond art coasters, and boho-style jewelry crafts. The event takes place June 6, 2026, from 11 AM–3 PM at 1860 Boy Scout Drive, Suite B208, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Cost is $25 and includes three tickets, one per craft station. A QR code is included for registration. The design uses pastel greens, tans, and artistic craft-themed graphics throughout.

05/20/2026

☀️ Florida Summer camp Resource Alert!

Looking for fun summer camps, events, playgroups, and accessible activities for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children, teens, and families?

RMTC-DHH has a helpful summer resource list with Florida options and additional opportunities families may want to explore.

🔗 RMTC-DHH Summer Camp List:
https://www.rmtcdhh.org/faq/summer-camps

We’ll continue sharing more Florida summer camps, events, playgroups, and accessible activities throughout the summer. 😎🏕️

Know of a Florida summer resource we should share? Drop it in the comments or send us a message! 🏖️☀️

04/29/2026

☀️ FSDB Summer Quest 2026 is here!

Check out this overnight camp opportunity from Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind 👇

Now Accepting Applications for Summer Quest 2026!

Ready for an adventure in the oldest city with new friends! Summer Quest is an overnight camp offering Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) activities during the day and various recreational and social experiences in the evening.

Dates
• June 7-12, 2026 (ages 8-12)
• June 14-19, 2026 (ages 13-17)

Who Can Attend?
• Blind/Visually Impaired
• Deaf/Hard of Hearing
• Deafblind (dual-sensory)
• 8-17 year olds
• Florida resident

Visit our Summer Quest webpage to learn more and apply!

https://www.fsdbk12.org/page/summer-quest

04/29/2026

🏕️ Camp Endeavor 2026

Hosted by Sertoma Camp Endeavor

📍 Dundee, FL
📅 July 19–25, 2026
👧 Ages 8–16

A week of adventure, connection, and fun for Deaf and Hard of Hearing youth!

✨ Activities may include:
🏊 Swimming
🔥 Campfires
🎯 Outdoor games
🎣 Fishing
🎨 Arts & crafts
🤝 Team building & leadership

⚠️ Spots are limited — registration and payment are required to secure your spot.

📩 Contact: [email protected]
📱 Or connect via their page

Thank you to Sertoma Camp Endeavor for sharing this opportunity!

04/29/2026

☀️🎒 CSC Summer Resource Fairs are here!

Looking for summer plans? Join us for FREE resources and programs for kids of all ages! 💙

✨ Summer Camps | Free Meals | Swim Coupons | Free Books 📚 | Parent Resources & Giveaways

📌 No registration needed! Bring your child’s info to sign up on-site.

📅 Dates & Locations:
May 6 | 6–7:30 PM – North Lauderdale Elementary
May 14 | 6:30–8:30 PM – Coral Springs Middle
May 20 | 6–8 PM – Hollywood Hills High

Discover fun, learning, and opportunities all summer long! ☀️
📞 (954) 377-1000