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Chicago Cultural Access Consortium: New Year Access Resolutions

Chicago History Museum 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, United States

Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 3:00PM-5:00PM Chicago History Museum, Morse Genius Chicago Room 1601 N. Clark Street, Chicago IL 60614 Registration required FREE, $5 suggested donation at the door New Year Access Resolutions: As we head into the 30th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, join us for an opportunity to make […]

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UNITE4CRT VIRTUAL TOWN HALL MEETING 6PM CENTRAL

UNITE4CRT'S mission is to provide an outlet for Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) Users to share their unique stories and educate through personal experience.  Help bridge the gap between perception and reality of living with a disability.  We realize that the general population may not understand the unique needs of the individual CRT user. Attend the […]

One Earth Film Fest

Martin L King Room 6550 S Harvard Ave, Chicago, IL, United States
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A Conversation with Comedienne Cherise Johnson on CAN TV Channel 21

#fun4thedisabled's Vanessa Harris has a conversation with Cherise Johnson who is a standup comic and improv artist. They discuss Cherise's life as a performer and how she adjusts while having two invisible disabilities: Cherise has a disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS); she also talks about her experience suffering from depression and anxiety. The broadcast […]

Brooklyn Bridge at The Theatre School at DePaul University

The Merle Reskin Theatre 60 E. Balbo Dr., Chicago, United States

ASL Interpreted Performance. When Sasha is assigned to write a report on the Brooklyn Bridge, she ventures around her apartment, discovering the different sides of the people around her and the power of community. Purchase tickets by phone at 312-922-1999 or online at theatre.depaul.edu. Tickets are $5 with code ACCESS. “ASL Interpreted”

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“How to Defend Yourself” Access Night at Victory Gardens Theater

Victory Gardens Theatre 2433 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

“How to Defend Yourself” circles around seven college students who gather for a DIY self-defense workshop after a sorority sister is raped. They learn how to “not be a victim”, how to use their bodies as weapons, and how to fend off attackers. The form of self-defense becomes a channel for their rage, trauma, confusion, […]

$20

Short Shakespeare! The Comedy of Errors at Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Chicago Shakespeare Theater 800 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Welcome to a world devoted to the absurd comedy of our endless, human errors! On Saturdays this winter, our cleverly abridged, 75-minute production will have audience members of all ages reeling with laughter. Antipholus and his lifelong servant Dromio find themselves in Ephesus as they search the world over for their twins, lost in infancy. […]

$31

The Mousetrap at the Court Theatre

The Court Theatre 5535 S. Ellis Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

The Ralstons’ house becomes lethal when four guests are snowed in amidst reports of a woman’s murder. Agatha Christie’s craft for building skillful twists and shocking turns is on full display in this famed mystery which reinforces the genre as a pillar of classic drama. The Mousetrap is revived in an exuberant staging by Sean […]

$60
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“How to Defend Yourself” Open Captioning Performance at Victory Gardens Theater

Victory Gardens Theater 2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

“How to Defend Yourself” circles around seven college students who gather for a DIY self-defense workshop after a sorority sister is raped. They learn how to “not be a victim”, how to use their bodies as weapons, how to fend off attackers. The form of self-defense becomes a channel for their rage, trauma, confusion, anxiety, […]

$20

The Mousetrap at the Court Theatre

The Court Theatre 5535 S. Ellis Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at (773) 753-4472 or online with coupon code CCAC1920 Disclaimer: $5 off Regular single ticket price only available on tickets toAudio Described and Open Captioned performances during Court Theatre's 2019/20 Season. Cannot combine with other discounts or apply to previous purchases. Not available on special events. […]

$60

Madame Butterfly

Lyric Opera House 20 N Upper Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

Touch Tour begins at 12:00pm. Show begins at 2:00pm. Madama Butterfly By Giacomo Puccini Language - Sung in Italian with projected English translations Running Time - 2 hours, 55 minutes with 1 intermission An enchanting geisha, Cio-Cio-San, loses her heart to an American naval lieutenant and marries him. After he leaves Japan, she waits three […]

$99.00

The Gulf presented by About Face Theatre at Theater Wit

Theater Wit 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

THE GULF Written by Audrey Cefaly, Directed by AFT Artistic Director Megan Carney On a muggy summer evening somewhere down in the Alabama Delta, two women troll the flats looking for redfish and questioning where their relationship will go next. As passions and tensions flare, the couple must confront what it takes to overcome the […]

$10
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Enchanted Railroad Sensory Friendly Times at The Morton Arboretum

The Morton Arboretum 4100 S. IL Rt. 53, Lisle, IL, United States

The Morton Arboretum is hosting Enchanted Railroad Sensory Friendly Times, a sensory-friendly hour to experience the annual model railroad display on select Tuesday and Sunday evenings during the Enchanted Railroad Exhibit (January - February). Since some people may be overstimulated by the sights and sounds of the Enchanted Railroad, special times have been created to […]

Freedom Ride at the Studebaker Theater

Studebaker Theater 1st FL Fine Arts Building, 410 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

When the Congress of Racial Equality comes to New Orleans in the sweltering summer of 1961, Sylvie Davenport is torn. Handed a pamphlet and asked to board a Greyhound bus, Sylvie is forced to choose between her academic future and the future of the nation in a story that highlights how far we’ve come and […]

$20

Roe at Goodman Theatre

Goodman Theatre 170 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL, United States

Touch Tour and Audio Description (touch tour starts at 12:30pm, performance starts at 2pm) Conceived in a pizza parlor and argued in the highest court in the land, 1973’s Roe v. Wade legalized abortion—and is hotly debated still today. The complex young women behind the trial—attorney Sarah Weddington and plaintiff Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”)—embark upon […]

$71

Verboten at The House Theatre

The House Theatre 1543 W Division St, Chicago, IL, United States

The House Theatre of Chicago will offer a Relaxed/Sensory-Friendly performance of our new musical, "Verboten" on February 15th. This original production features punk-rock music and a multi-level story about family dynamics. Purchase tickets over the phone at (773)-769-3832 or email maddie@thehousetheatre to organize your reservation. Accessible service users can enter the code "ACCESS" at check […]

$20

Plano at First Floor Theatre

Steppenwolf Theatre 1650 N Halsted St,, Chicago, IL, United States

Open Captioning. First Floor Theatre presents PLANO. First Floor Theater is happy to present an open captioned presentation of our show PLANO by Will Arbury as part of Steppenwolf's LookOut Series. Tonight, and later, and earlier, three sisters (no, not those ones) are stricken with a series of strange plagues. Isabel's got pains. Anne's got […]

$35

Play for All at Chicago Childrens Museum

Chicago Children’s Museum 700 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Chicago Children's Museum, 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA map  The Museum opens at 9:00 a.m. for Play for All events to individuals with disabilities and their families. During our Play for All events, we invite children disabilities and their families to experience CCM’s playful, multisensory exhibits for a special private hour inside the museum, […]

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Low Sensory Aquatic Presentation at Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA map  Autism Friendly Performance, Sensory Friendly Performance, Relaxed Performance Shedd’s aquatic presentation offers guests an exciting introduction to Pacific white-sided dolphins, beluga whales and a changing lineup of other favorite animals! This experience is included with general admission. Reserve seat for the low sensory aquatic presentation […]

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A Conversation with Comedienne Cherise Johnson on CANTV Channel 21

#fun4thedisabled's Vanessa Harris has a conversation with Cherise Johnson who is a standup comic and improv artist. They discuss Cherise's life as a performer and how she adjusts while having two invisible disabilities: Cherise has a disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS); she also talks about her experience suffering from depression and anxiety. The broadcast […]

Kill Move Paradise at TimeLine Theatre

Time Line Theatre 615 W Wellington Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

This Audio Described performance will feature a Touch Tour pre-show program beginning at 6:30pm. Curtain is at 8:00pm. James Ijames’ New York Times Critic Pick play is a powerful and provocative reflection on recent events, illustrating the possibilities of collective transformation and radical acts of joy. Torn from the world they know without warning, Isa, […]

$22

Teenage Dick at Theater Wit

Theater Wit 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Theater Wit, 1229 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA map  Audio Description, Touch Tour. Now is the winter of discontent made glorious summer at Roseland High. Theater's most famous disabled character comes to Theater Wit like you've never seen him before—in the vicious, no-holds barred brutal politics of high school. Richard, picked on because of his […]

$15

ASL Gallery Talk at Art Institute of Chicago

School of the Art Institute of Chicago 112 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

ASL Interpreted. Join us at the Art Institute of Chicago for the monthly American Sign Language Gallery Talk series. Generally held at 6pm every final Wednesday of the month, these interactive tours of works in the collection are presented in American Sign Language. This public program is offered primarily for the Deaf community. All visitors […]

Low Sensory Aquatic Presentation at Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium 1200 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, United States

Autism Friendly Performance, Sensory Friendly Performance, Relaxed Performance. TIMES MAY VARY; last presentation of the day. Shedd’s aquatic presentation offers guests an exciting introduction to Pacific white-sided dolphins, beluga whales and a changing lineup of other favorite animals! This experience is included with general admission. Reserve seat for the low sensory aquatic presentation onsite, day […]

Talk: Witches and Warriors, On Colonialism at MCA Chicago

Edlis Neeson Theater MCA Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

Edlis Neeson Theater, MCA Chicago, 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA map  ASL Interpreted. Taking Naomi Rincón Gallardo’s fictional account of Mixtec activist Bety Cariño’s journey through the underworld, The Formaldehyde Trip, as a point of departure, join a panel of artists and scholars in a conversation about using fiction, fabulation, speculation, and radical histories […]

Panel Discussion on Crip Camp

Please plan to join us for our next disability film conversation, in collaboration with Netflix's new groundbreaking disability documentary Crip Camp (streaming on Netflix now with audio description & captions). We'll host a panel discussion with three of the film's subjects, Judith Heumann, Corbett O'Toole and Dennis Billups, all of whom participated in the 1977 occupation of […]

Abilities Expo – Houston

NRG Center, Hall E 1 NRG Park (Astrodome Center), Houston, TX, United States

Houston, We Have an Expo! Even better than Tex-Mex, the Houston Abilities Expo brings you out-of-this-world opportunities. It could be the products and tech. It could be the chance to play sled hockey or dance with Auti Angel. It could be the workshops or connections you make with others in the disability community. It's free […]

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There Once was a Camel on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast There Once was a Camel written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Debbi ScherGeller. This read-along is for a book about a girl who is visited by a special camel named Milly, who has three humps, wears shoes, bakes, and even goes to the movies. It will be shown in Chicago […]

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Piano Starts Here on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast Piano Starts Here by Robert Andrew Parker. This read-along is for a book about the young Art Tatum discovers his passion for piano, and learns to see through music. It will be shown in Chicago on Channel 19

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The Conversation on Chicago TV Channel 19

Chicagoland's CAN-TV will broadcast The Conversation written by Michelle Massie and illustrated by Stella Green. This read-along is for a book about a young wheelchair-user named Cole who has a […]

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A Splash of Red on Chicagoland’s CANTV Channel 19

#Fun4thedisabled Presents:: A Splash of Red, the life story of Horace Pippin.  This is a children's story of Black artist Horace Pippin.  The video is ASL-Interpreted and closed-captioned.  The video will be shown on Chicago's Channel 19.

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Abilities Expo Virtual Event 2!

The Abilities Virtual Experience is back to connect you with the disability-focused resources your need from the comfort of your living room. So settle in for more engagement, more interactivity, and more accessibility! Live Workshops Daily from 9 am to 5 pm, and Exhibitors Available 24 Hours!

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The View from My Chair on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents The View from My Chair, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Guest contributor Frank Petrie gives viewers a look from his eyes through a GoPro camera as he journeys from his apartment to a nearby crowded bar. 

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When God Made the World on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents When God Made the World, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! When God Made The World is a book that tells kids about the wonder of nature and the science that binds our world together, all from the perspective that it was all created by God, for us. The book was written […]

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Close Your Eyes on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Close Your Eyes, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Close Your Eyes is written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Nicole Fiddler. In this story, a little girl tells us all about her life as a blind person. She tells us about all the things she loves to do, how she is […]

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When God Made You on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents When God Made You, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! "When God Made You" is a book that teaches kids that they are perfect the way they are, and have incredible talents to share with the world. The book was written by Matthew Paul Turner and illustrated by David Catrow.  Watch as […]

Piano Starts Here ON CHANNEL 19 CANTV

Fun4TheDisabled presents Piano Starts Here, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Hear the true story of Art Tatum, a blind pianist, in today's story, "Piano Starts Here." Art came from humble beginnings and became a renowned jazz musician. His story is both sweet and exciting, and it is one that you will not want to miss.

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A Splash of Red on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents A Splash of Red, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Horace Pippin loved creating art. But when he lost the use of his right arm during World War I, he had to completely relearn how to paint. "A Splash of Red" tells the true story of how an artist overcame his difficult […]

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Piano Starts Here on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Piano Starts Here, this Saturday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Hear the true story of Art Tatum, a blind pianist, in today's story, "Piano Starts Here." Art came from humble beginnings and became a renowned jazz musician. His story is both sweet and exciting, and it is one that you will not want to miss.

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Close Your Eyes on CANTV Chicagoland Channel 19

Fun4TheDisabled presents Close Your Eyes, this Thursday on Channel 19 on CANTV! Close Your Eyes is written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Nicole Fiddler. In this story, a little girl tells us all about her life as a blind person. She tells us about all the things she loves to do, how she is […]

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There Once Was A Camel on CANTV Chicago Channel 19

Watch "There Once Was a Camel," a story about a camel named Millie who has three humps! That's not the only special thing about her, though. Watch our video to find out more about this unique animal. Written by Michelle Friedman and illustrated by Debbi Scher Geller.

Register Today for the 2021 Deaf in Healthcare Summit for Interpreters

Join 2axend for the 1st ever #DeafInHealthcare Summit for Interpreters! A total of 1.4 CEUs will be offered during this action-packed, virtual summit. Sessions range from hands-on workshops to panel discussions focused on providing interpreters with insight, solutions and best practices to position Deaf and hard of hearing clients for success!

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Fun4theDisabled Presents: Abilities Expo, A Fun, Free Weekend!

The Abilities Expo is a free, fun-filled Expo designed for people of all ages and ability challenges which is held in eight cities in North America. Introduces numerous innovative products, activities, workshops, assistive devices, therapy animals, sports, dance, cosplay to the disabled community, their friends and families in the United States and Canada.

Come See Fun4TheDisabled at The Abilities Expo!

Visit Strategy for Access at booth 712 at this year's Abilities Expo! Come meet the Fun4TheDisabled team and we'll give you some tasty treats. Click the link below to learn more about this year's Chicago Ability Expo. https://www.abilities.com/chicago/

Intro to Chair Yoga (13+) At the Abilities Expo

The adult class will incorporate stretching and strengthening, with explanations of body-appropriate adjustments and/or the use of applicable props. It will begin with centering, flow through easy-to-follow (and remember) sequences and close with meditation/relaxation to refresh both the body and mind. Check it out at the Abilities Expo today! Abilities Expo event page: https://www.abilities.com/chicago/events.html

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Miniature Therapy Horse Demonstration at The Abilities Expo

Curious about how horses can help people with disabilities? Bring your questions! Miniature horses have been gaining attention for their strengths as therapy animals. This is your chance to meet some "mini's"! This event is presented by Jodie Diegel from the SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program. Watch Fun4TheDisabled's video on Soul Harbour Ranch to […]

“How to Get Connected in Your Employment Search” at The Abilities Expo

Are you looking for employment? Do you want to enhance your employability? Do you want to learn about assistive technology? The Chicago Lighthouse has an educated and experienced team that can offer a variety of programs to prepare you for employment, every step of the way. This workshop will cover some of the benefits and […]

Kidz! Chair Yoga (ages 5-13) at The Abilities Expo

This children's class uses imagination and music to inspire yoga-oriented play. We will energize, then calm, bringing awareness to our actions and teaching love and respect for ourselves and others. Check out this event at the Abilities Expo today! Link to Abilities Expo event page: https://www.abilities.com/chicago/events.html

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COVID AND HOUSING DISCRIMINATION ON Chicago’s CANTV Channel 19 ASL and Captioned

#fun4thedisabled presents a discussion between Professor Allison K. Bethel, Esq. of the John Marshall Law School Fair Housing Clinic, and Vanessa Harris of Fun4thedisabled regarding Housing discrimination and Covid-19. Tips on accommodations are given.  The discussion is #captioned and #ASLInterpreted for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. This show is broadcast on Chicago's CANTV Channel 19.

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Hello Goodbye Dog on CANTV CHANNEL 19 CC and ASL Interpreted

#fun4thedisabled presents Hello Goodbye Dog. written by Maria Gianferrari and illustrated by Patrice Barton. In Hello Goodbye Dog, Zara and her service animal, Moose, have some serious problem-solving to do. This story is #captioned and #ASLInterpreted for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. This show is broadcast on Chicago's CANTV Channel 19.

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Fun4theDisabled Presents: Emmanuel’s Dream on ChicagoLand’s Channel 19 CC ASL

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story—which was turned into a film, Emmanuel's Dream,—is nothing short of remarkable. Emmanuel's Dream will be played on Chicago Access Network Television Channel 19 Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams. […]