Wichita Association of the Deaf

09/03/2026

Hey everyone! 👋

Just a quick reminder to get your payment in before the deadline.

Can't wait to see you all there — it's going to be so much fun! 😉

09/01/2026

📢 3-DAY INTERPRETER TRAINING OPPORTUNITY!

Please help us spread the word about this upcoming 3-day interpreter training event in the Wichita area (see the flyer below).

👉 INTERPRETERS:
If you are interested in learning more about the training, please contact Patti Haskins.

👥 DEAF COMMUNITY MEMBERS:
If you are interested in attending, please contact Patti Haskins directly BEFORE registering for more information.

💰 POTENTIAL SPONSORS:
If you know of a business, organization, or individual who may be interested in sponsoring or supporting this training, please pass this information along to them.

📧 Contact Patti Haskins: [email protected]

Thank you for helping spread the word and supporting interpreter training and our Deaf community! 🤟

08/31/2026

🎃🎄 HEADS UP!

The WAD Fall/Christmas Bazaar is happening! It will be on Saturday, October 3rd, from 9 AM to 4 PM! 🎄🎃

📍 WHERE?
Wichita Association of the Deaf
1646 E. Central Ave., Wichita, KS

🍲 We will have classic chili, cornbread, and dessert from 11 AM to 1 PM.
Warm, filling, and delicious!

🛍️ Many unique handmade crafts, festive Christmas gifts, fall décor, holiday decorations, and more!

📅 Mark your calendars, invite your friends, tag someone who would love to come, and come browse around!

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🛒 VENDORS WELCOME! 🛒
Looking for a place to sell your handmade crafts, holiday items, décor, gifts, or other unique products?

Come be a vendor at our Fall/Christmas Bazaar!

Reserve your table today! Space is limited, so please contact Jayne Otis for more information or to reserve a table.
📱 Text: 316-210-4189
📞 VP: 316-448-1284

Bring your creations, set up your table, and join us for a fun day! 🎃🎄🛍️

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❤️ Please help spread the word!

We hope to see you there! 🎃🍂🎄🛍️

08/30/2026

Deaf Movie Night is coming! Grab your friends and join us for a fun night with open captions!

Please e-mail for RSVP [email protected] to RSVP and a donation of $5 per person is recommended.

Come on over! 🐉🎬 See you there!

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

**🍂 THURSDAY LUNCH CLUB • SEPTEMBER 🍂**

September is here, and you know what that means... time to get together, enjoy some good food, and make Thursdays a little more fun! 😄🍁

Don't spend your Thursday eating alone at home or at work. Come join us for **delicious food, great friends, plenty of laughs, and our usual crazy jokes!** 😂💕

It's a great way to enjoy the day together.

🕙 **We're open every Thursday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.**

🎟️ **Admission:**
• **$6** for everyone (Non-Members and Members)
• **$5** on Brown Bag days (Non-Members and Members)

📍 **Location:**
**Wichita Deaf Community Center**
1646 E. Central Ave.
Wichita, KS 67214

⭐ Bring your appetite, your smile, and a friend if you'd like!

Everyone is welcome, so come enjoy some September sunshine, good food, and even better company! ☀️🍂🙌

❓ Have any questions? Please let us know! 😊

Our motto is **Come for the lunch... stay for the laughs!** 😂💕

08/15/2026

Just a quick reminder!

⚾ Deaf Night & WSU Night at the Wind Surge! 🎉

Mark your calendars for September 10th! WSU America Sign Language Club and Kansas Association of the Deaf (KAD) teaming up with the Wind Surge for a fun night at the ballpark!

Let’s pack the ballpark and make it a great Deaf Night! 💙⚾

Deaf Night and WSU Night at the September 10th Wind Surge game!!!

We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with Wind Surge for their game this fall. We will be selling tickets for $10 cash at club events and will also have an online store up soon with tickets selling for $15.

If any of you would be interested in purchasing tickets, reach out to this account!

04/30/2026

**THURSDAYS = FOOD + FRIENDS + FUN**

Something tasty is happening at WAD this May…
A weekly lunch you actually don’t want to skip.
We’ve got your Thursdays covered.

**Mark your calendar:**

**May Menu Lineup:**
**May 7th:** BYO Lunch (Brown Bag Bash!)
**May 14th:** Sloppy Joe with Buns
**May 21st:** BYO Lunch (Brown Bag Bash!)
**May 28th:** Deli Sandwiches

Extras included most weeks (yes, dessert too).

Pull up a chair. Bring a friend. Stay for seconds.
We’ll save you a spot! lol