The DEAF BAYOU e-news

-LoUiSiAna’s e-newsletter for the Deaf, Deaf-Blind, & Hard of Hearing community citizens

Website: http://www.deafbayou.com/

Dan Arabie, CEO/Editor

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LADBC 30^th

*1980 – 2010*

~ Celebratin’ THREE-DECADE (30^th) Anniversary

of Louisiana Acadiana Deaf-Blind Citizens ~

Photo Caption: Celebrating three-decade Anniversary of LADBC took place at the Diagle Hall, Affiliated Blind of Louisiana last month. That organization was historically founded by the past Linda Annala, first President

History of Louisiana organizations can be found at Active Deaf Organizations

Note: As lifetimer, CEO/Editor Dan expresses to wish LADBC, “Happy 30^th Birthday to LADBC and many more to come!”

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From the desk of CEO/Editor:

Wishing you and your family spooky Halloween!

October: Be glad and rejoice; for the Lord will do great things.

~ JOEL 2:21 KJV

Date(s) to Remember:

• Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem: Sunday, October 3^rd
• Clergy Appreciation Day: Sunday, October 10^th
• Columbus Day Observed: Monday, October 11th
• Thanksgiving (Canada): Monday, October 11^th
• Columbus Day: Tuesday, October 12^th
• National Boss Day: Saturday, October 16^th
• Halloween Day: Sunday, October 31^st

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This issue (October) of the DEAF BAYOU e-news dedicates to LADBC for marking 30^th celebration of its historic organization and running strength for the sake of deaf-blind members greatly.

Communication Facilitatopr: As constant Independent Leader of the ‘Deaf-Blind on the Move’, CEO/Editor Dan was invited by State of Louisiana Commission for the Deaf, Executive Director Naomi Dedual to address an explanation of Communication Facilitator that greatly gives deaf-blind citizens an opportunity for the greater access of communication through videophone along with an interpreter who copies in tactual-ASL from the viewer on the screen. He expects to further push a bill being passed in the near future in order to better deaf-blind citizens quality of life. Let’s pray and God will take control!

2010 Governors Outstanding Leadership in Disabilities (GOLD) Awards

Click HERE to read a valuable message

Deaf Unity Movement/Fighting for Deaf Rights

Click HERE to read more information

Seize the Deal!

Click HERE to sign-up to receive BIG savings

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ALEXANDRIA (ZIP-713/714)

• AAD General Meeting: Saturday, October 9^th – Alexandria Association of the Deaf [AAD], 6647 First Street. Contact Wanda Miller, President for more details.

· Gospel Light Baptist Church

For more information; click on: Gospel Light

Future Key Dates to Remember – Alexandria (tentative)

BATON ROUGE (ZIP-708)

• Deaf Chat Coffee: Friday, October 1^st @ CC Community Coffee House, 7960 Jefferson Hwy,, from 7:00 pm-Closing. For more info, contact Walker Estes, Host

· Advocacy Center – Deaf & Hard of Hearing

Click HERE to read more information

· 2011 NDMBA

Click HERE to view flyer

· South Baton Rouge Interpreted Service

Click HERE to read an information

Future Key Dates to Remember – Baton Rouge (tentative)

HOUMA (ZIP-703)

~ No Reporting

Future Key Dates to Remember – Houma (tentative)

LAFAYETTE (ZIP-705)

· SuperBingo - $11.038.00 Giveaway

Visit us at SuperBingo

• DBSG Cope Meeting: Wednesday, October 13^th from 9:30 a.m. ‘till 11:30 a.m. - Deaf-Blind Support Group [DBSG] @ Daigle Hall, Affiliated Blind of Louisiana, 409 W. St. Mary Blvd. Contact Philomena Wolf, Leader by email and/or pager for more info

• 4^th Annual Deja vu Poker Night: Marking fourth-year anniversary -- Saturday, October 16^th - No-Limit Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night hosted by Deja vu Poker Club @ LAAD Cajun Clubhouse, 200 Rue de Belier; for more information, contact Dale Granger

Flyer can be found at LAAD

• LAAD General Meeting: Sunday, October 17^th – Lafayette Athletic Association of the Deaf (LAAD) @ LAAD Cajun Clubhouse, 200 Rue de Belier @ 1:00 p.m. For more info., contact Cleve Cormier, President

· UFC & Social Night

Click HERE to view flyer

· LAAD Halloween Party

Visit us at Halloween

Future Key Dates to Remember – Lafayette (tentative)

LAKE CHARLES (ZIP-706)

• Deaf Chat Coffee: Friday, October 15^th @ Starbucks Coffee, 4055 Ryan Street, from 6:30 p.m.-Closing. Contact Katherine Smith for more info.

Future Key Dates to Remember – Lake Charles (tentative)

NEW ORLEANS (ZIP-700/701)

• Deaf Coffee Chat – Kenner: Saturday, October 2^nd starting at &;00 p.m.until 9;00 p.m., Starbuck’s, 817 West Esplanade Ave (corner Chateau Blvd), Kenner, LA

• NOBDA General Meeting: NOBDA (New Orleans Black Deaf Advocates) General Meeting is scheduled on Saturday, October 9^th from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m at Dillard University in New Orleans, LA. For further information, contact Tanya Brown, President by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

• Deaf Coffee Chat - Marrero: Saturday, October 9^th starting at 7:00 p.m., Starbuck’s, Barataria Blvd, Marrero, LA (next to McDonald's).

• Deaf Chat Coffee - Metairie: Thursday, October 14^th from 6:30 p.m. till 8:30 p.m.; Cafe Du Monde, 4700 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA For more information, contact Betsie Delaune

Come and enjoy the beignets and coffee of ReNew Orleans!

· Chinchuba Alumni Reunion Picnic

Click HERE to read an information

Future Key Dates to Remember – New Orleans (tentative)

SHREVEPORT (ZIP-711)

~ No Reporting

Future Key Dates to Remember – Shreveport (tentative)

NEIGHBORING STATES

· Mobile Deaf Mixed Bowlers Classic 2011

Click HERE to get a closer look at the flyer

ENTERTAINMENT

LSD Classs Reunion Cruise Bash

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Louisiana Lottery

Log at the website of the DeafBayou to find ‘Louisiana Lottery’ under the Main Menu to click to find winning numbers daily

Bingo Sessions

The bingo sessions in Baton Rouge & Lafayette you could find to enjoy & play to win $$. Click here to find more information.

FINANCIAL

Market on the Move (Month to Date)

FOOD

Cajun Cooking is HERE and can be found at the Cajun cooking department. You can send in your favorite recipe(s) to Food Manager

GENERAL

Obama Poised To Sign Video Description Bill

Click HERE to read an article

Deaf-Blind Bible Study

Great WAY to learn from God’s Word, click HERE to read more information

Independent Associates For Pre=Paid Legal Services

Click HERE to read an interesting information

HEALTH

Angel Food Ministries

An organizantion dedicated to providing healthy food to all

Read MORE

HUMOR

Joke of the Month

General Joke: Click on: N/A

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POETRY

Poetry of the Month

Click on: Dang Tricky Words… written by Melanie Bond of Michigan

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You could send in your poetry to Poetry Manager. ‘Poetry of the Month will be acknowledged to everyone every month, and DEAF BAYOU Editor expresses you all to have a chance to love for your enjoyment to share.

SPORTS

Louisiana School for the Deaf

2010 Louisiana School for the Deaf War Eagles Football Schedule

Overall Record: 0 – 3

** denotes Homecoming

Gallaudet University

2010 Gallaudet University Bison Football Schedule

Overall Record: 2 – 2; Conference: 0 – 1

* = Conference games.

** = Homecoming

Thanks to http://www.gallaudetathletics.com/sports/fball/2010-11/schedule

LFFL X

The 10^th LoUiSiAna Forecast Football League (LFFL) proudly announces the release of current Top 5 of many participants playing the NFL teams picks. As of today (season to date - after Week #3 of #17), here are current Top 5 Leaders as follows:

Wanna’ to know about History of LFFL Records, can be found at LFFL History

College Bowl Pick ‘em

Come on and consider to join us playing this year for 7^th Annual 3-D College Bowl Pick ‘Em starting early December 2010!

2010 New Orleans Saints Schedule

Visit us at 2010 Schedule

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