Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center

08/25/2026

Don't forget! Our Community Meet & Greet is happening this Saturday, August 29, from 12–2 PM at Lincoln Park, Shelter #4! ☀️

We'll have lunch, community connection, and a chance to meet HSDC's new Executive Director, Allie Rice. Lunch includes deli sandwiches (with vegan and gluten-free options), chips, drinks, and cookies from HelloRobin! 🍪

Bring your friends, partners, family members, and fellow community members. We can't wait to connect with you!

ID: A post with a flyer for Meet & Greet with Allie Rice, HSDC's new executive director, August 29, 2026, 12-2 PM, Lincoln Park, Shelter #4, 8011 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136. Lunch will be provided! with a scribble underline. HSDC.org on the bottom and logo on top and centered.

08/21/2026

Seattle Reads: Sara Nović Discusses MOTHER TONGUE

Please join us on Sunday, Sept 27th for an in-person interview with Sara Nović, the author of "True Biz," the Seattle Reads 2026 selection, and "Mother Tongue." This is a collaborative effort between Seattle Public Library, Deaf Spotlight, HSDC and WA HLAA.

Although everyone is welcome, this is an event designed primarily for the Deaf community members and will be presented in ASL. Thank you for your understanding in advance!

When: Sunday, Sept 27 from 11 am to 2 pm

Where: -Central Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA

RSVP Link available in bio above! tinyurl.com/spl-mothertongue

It is made possible by The Seattle Public Library Foundation, with additional support from , , and media sponsor

Access Needs: This event will be presented in ASL, with English voice overs and CART.

The Seattle Public Library is hosting four other Seattle Reads events with Sara Nović from Sept. 25 to 26. https://tinyurl.com/spl-novic

ID: Bright and graphic background, blue and yellow. At the top of the flyer, the logos of The Seattle Public Library, Deaf Spotlight, Deaf Lit Fest, Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center and Hearing Loss Association of America, Washington State Association. On the left side of the flyer, a white person with black-framed glasses and a blue button-up shirt. A book cover of Mother Tongue. Next to the person, a colorful hand pointing up. On right side of flyer, in black block with transparent words reads: Seattle Public Library Presents: Sara Nović for the Deaf Community. Sunday, Sept 27. 11 am - 2 pm. Seattle Public Library. Central. 1000 4th Ave. Seattle, Wa 98104. tinyurl.com/spl-mothertongue

08/20/2026

Don't drop the ball! ⚾

Join us for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community Night with the Seattle Mariners on September 26 at 6:40 PM at T-Mobile Park!

Grab your tickets TODAY and pick up your DHH themed tee at the game: https://www.mlb.com/mariners/tickets/specials/deaf-community

Reel description: Six clips of HSDC staff catching and throwing a ball with a flyer making an appearance at the end for the DHH community night at T-Mobile Park for Mariners vs Angels game.

08/17/2026

Here's your for August! 😎

ID: Blue post with a cutout photo of Cody on right with HSDC logo and text on left: : I have a habit of turning random curiosity into deep dives. One question can easily become a three hour research rabbit hole. -Cody Cola, DHHS Advocate

08/13/2026

Today is the last day to grab early bird tickets for the Puget Sound Association of the Deaf's 125th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉

Celebrating 125 years is an incredible milestone for the PNW Deaf community.

🚨 LAST CALL — ONLY 1 DAY LEFT! 🚨
This is your final chance to grab Early Bird tickets! 🎟️ And come hungry—renowned Deaf Chef Kurt Ramborger Kurt Alan Ramborger will be serving an incredible gourmet meal at PSAD’s 125th Anniversary Celebration! 🥩👨‍🍳
🔥 Don’t wait. Get your tickets TODAY and be part of history!
👉 Visit: www.PSADeaf.org (http://www.psadeaf.org/)
🎟️ Buy Tickets NOW: https://psad-934605.square.site/psad-125th-anniversary
💚💛 125 years. One historic celebration. Don’t miss it!

08/13/2026

Allie Rice, Executive Director of HSDC and Ariele Belo, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Director, attended the 32nd Deaf Senior Citizens Picnic in Centralia, Washington!

A fun day full of games, connections, and meaningful conversations.

ID: A photo of Allie and Ariele, standing in front of the door with a sign for DSCP 32nd Anniversary agenda. Allie on left a white female with short hair, wearing glasses, grey vest over dark grey long sleeve tee. Ariele on right, a Filipina-American female with long dark hair, wearing dark tee and green pants. Both are smiling.

08/12/2026

One more thing about our Meet & Greet... lunch is provided! 🍽️

Come for the community, stay for the connections, and let's be honest... probably the food too. 😄

Join us for the fun in the sun at Lincoln Park on August 29, 2026 at 12 PM!

ID: A post with a flyer for Meet & Greet with Allie Rice, HSDC's new executive director, August 29, 2026, 12-2 PM, Lincoln Park, Shelter #4, 8011 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle, WA 98136. Lunch will be provided! with a scribble underline. HSDC.org on the bottom and logo on top and centered.

08/11/2026

Re-sharing from Terpswa: TerpsWA is hosting a virtual info session on Washington State interpreter mentorship opportunities and legislative updates.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 12 | 10 AM to 12 PM PT
💻 Zoom
🧑‍🏫 Presented by Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth, Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center, and Washington State Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (WSRID)

The session will be in ASL. Please share any access needs in the RSVP form.

📝 RSVP by Sept. 10: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSei7Pm4CnM.../viewform

TerpsWA will host a virtual info session on the Washington State Interpreter mentorship opportunities and upcoming legislative updates with the community.

Presenters: Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth, Hearing, Speech & Deaf Center and Washington State Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (WSRID)

When: Saturday, Sept 12 from 10 am to 12 pm PT
Format: Zoom
Please RSVP by Sept 10th.

This info session will be in American Sign Language. If you have any access needs, please share in the form.

* For the DeafBlind community, we will attend WSDBC member meeting to share same information on Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 in person. *

You will get a Zoom link when the date approaches. You will get a reminder at least 1 week before the event.

RSVP LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSei7Pm4CnMXxQfn7EKwpdvoZWWJw-4YGy4_kH8JiIOuKRD8mw/viewform?usp=dialog

ID: Info Session Flyer- a light green background with 4 different people signing. On the left, text: “WA State interpreter Mentorship Opportunities, learn and support future & current Sign Language Interpreters!” On the right, text: “Open to everyone.” At bottom, text: “Sept 12, 2026, Saturday, Info Session, 10 am to 12 pm PT via Zoom, RSVP QR Code. (link: https://forms.gle/d3nx9LvBSJCRaLtEA) ” Logos at bottom: TERPSWA, CDHY, HSDC and WSRID.

08/10/2026

The annual Summer Social, hosted by the The DeafBlind Service Center (DBSC) and Washington State DeafBlind Citizens (WSDBC), took place last Saturday, August 8, at Magnuson Park! 🌳

HSDC’s Executive Director, Allie Rice, had a wonderful time connecting with members of the DeafBlind community and catching up with some amazing community leaders, including:
• Angela Theriault, Executive Director of DBSC
• Bruce Visser, DBSC Board Member
• Paul Ducharme, President of WSDBC
• Debra Kahn, Past President of WSDBC

Thank you to DBSC and WSDBC for hosting such a wonderful afternoon filled with friendship, connection, and community!

ID: Two photos in one post with dark blue background, first photo on top group shot of Angela, Paul, Bruce and Allie. Bottom photo of Debra and Allie.

08/10/2026

Heading to the Seattle Storm vs Chicago Sky game tonight for Inclusion Night at Climate Pledge Arena? We're going too! Stop by the HSDC information booth and say hello before the game or during halftime! 🏀💙