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Florida Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf

FRID is a member driven organization. We encourage members to be involved at all levels. There are several key positions open.

Is dedicated to advancing the practice of American Sign Language interpreting in Florida through professional development, scholarships, and community engagement to promote equity and cultural inclusion for individuals who use ASL interpreting services. The committee structure established provides many opportunites for members to serve their professional organization. Follow this link to the FRID website for information on various committees. Email us with your interest to serve. https://fridcentral.org/Default.aspx?pageId=136794

10/08/2026

TWO WORKSHOPS, ONE DAY!

Join FRID on October 24, 2026 at It's a Deaf Thing Expo, for two FREE workshops featuring engaging opportunities to learn, reflect, and build your interpreting skills!

FOR THE BIRDS: PIXAR HOW TO
9:00–11:00 AM EST
Presented by Patrick Fischer
Dive into Sign Mime (Cinematic ASL) and fully visual storytelling through Pixar short films! Build your storytelling and descriptive skills using techniques including classifiers, SASS, Point of View, Abstract, Split Screen, and more.

INTERPRETING THE INTERPRETATION
11:30 AM–1:00 PM EST
Presented by Jackie Haig
Explore Deaf consumers’ perspectives across educational, video, artistic, and medical settings, with an emphasis on utilizing signing space. Participants will identify consumer experiences, practice non-manual markers, and reflect on how interpreting choices affect access.

📅 October 24, 2026
📍 Hybrid: St. Petersburg College, Clearwater Campus & Zoom
🗣️ Presented in ASL
🎟️ FREE | Registration Required
♿ Accommodations can be requested during registration.

🔗 Register for For the Birds: Pixar How To: fridcentral.org/event-6849403
🔗 Register for Interpreting the Interpretation: fridcentral.org/event-6849413

Come learn, connect, and grow with FRID! 💚

10/07/2026

🎭👄 LET’S DO THE TIME WARP AGAIN! 👄🎭

Looking for some Halloween-season fun with ASL access? 🎃

Shared on behalf of FRID Organizational Member, Coman Certified Interpreting (CCI)!

CCI is providing the interpreter team for the ASL-interpreted performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Richey Suncoast Theatre!

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
🕗 8:00 PM
📍 Richey Suncoast Theatre — New Port Richey, FL
🤟 ASL Interpreted Performance

The 2026 interpreter team includes Cameron Womack, Julio Castro, Jasmine Soto, Haley Nofsinger, Paige Cooley, and Taylor Williams.

⚠️ Adult Only — 18+

🎟️ Buy Tickets:
https://ci.ovationtix.com/36105/production/1281442
Orange Section is ASL area: Use Promo Code

🎭 Richey Suncoast Theatre Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1647453890276705/

Questions about the performance, tickets, or venue? Please contact Richey Suncoast Theatre directly.

FRID Organizational Member Benefit Disclaimer: This information is shared as a benefit of FRID Organizational Membership. CCI is a FRID Organizational Member and is providing interpreting services for this performance. FRID's sharing of this event does not constitute endorsement of CCI, Richey Suncoast Theatre, the production, or its content or services. Please contact the appropriate organization directly with questions.

ID: Two promotional graphics for Richey Suncoast Theatre’s 4th Annual The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
The first features the iconic red lips and advertises a live shadow cast, included prop bags, costume contests, audience participation, and multiple October performances. The October 23 performance at 8:00 PM is identified as ASL interpreted by Coman Certified Interpreting (CCI). The production is for adults ages 18 and older.
The second graphic specifically highlights the Friday, October 23, 2026, 8:00 PM ASL-interpreted performance and displays photos of the six members of the 2026 interpreter team: Cameron Womack, Julio Castro, Jasmine Soto, Haley Nofsinger, Paige Cooley, and Taylor Williams. The Coman Certified Interpreting logo appears at the bottom.

10/03/2026

🤟 Deaf Awareness Week may be one week, but Deaf community and connection happen all year long!

FRID is happy to share another opportunity to get together, have some fun, and support a Deaf-led organization in Florida. 💙

📣 Shared on behalf of FRID Organizational Member, Florida Association of the Deaf (FAD)!

🌴 FAD FUN DAY — Saturday, October 24!

Whether you're ready to compete or just want to come enjoy the day, there's something for you!

🥏 Disc Golf — 11:30 AM | $25
🃏 Dingo (Card Games) — 1:00 PM | $15
🎯 Co****le — 4:00 PM | $25
🎟️ Just want to hang out? Fan admission is only $5!

Plus, there will be indoor vendors, food trucks, a 50/50 raffle, and lots of opportunities to connect with the community.

📍 St. Johns County Fairgrounds
5840 FL-207 E, Elkton, FL 32033
🕚 Starts at 11:00 AM

🎟️ Register to play or purchase admission:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fad-fun-game-day

❓ Questions about this event? Please email FAD Vice President directly at [email protected].

One of the best ways to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week? Show up, connect, and support Deaf community events throughout the year. 🤟

FRID Organizational Member Benefit Disclaimer: This information is shared as a benefit of FRID Organizational Membership. FRID's sharing of this event does not constitute endorsement of the organization, event, activities, products, or services. Please contact the hosting organization directly with questions.

Image Description (ID):
Colorful tropical-themed flyer for the Florida Association of the Deaf (FAD) Fun Day, featuring a Florida sunset, palm trees, hibiscus flowers, and images representing the day's activities.

09/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Citrus and Sage Bookshop this past Sunday (9/13/26)! We had a great time connecting with the community. Be sure to keep an eye out for more FRID events like this one in the future!

[ID 1]: Exterior photo of Citrus and Sage Bookshop. A FRID banner is set-up near the door.
[ID 2]: A full, green bookshelf with the label "FANTASY" at the top.
[ID 3]: 3 separate people looking at books for sale.
[ID 4]: The inside of the store with books for sale, seating, and a Florida state flag on the wall.
[ID 5]: 2 iced coffees with the logo of Citrus and Sage Brew Bar and an illustration of a dragon wrapped around a coffee on the cup.

09/26/2026

🤟 Deaf Awareness Week is about more than awareness—it's about community, connection, and showing up!

So what better time to share another opportunity to come together? 💙

📣 Shared on behalf of FRID Organizational Member, Florida Association of the Deaf (FAD)!

🎉 FAD FUN DAY — Saturday, October 24!

Are you a Dingo, Co****le, or Disc Golf player? Now is the time to register and get in the game! 🙌

Not feeling competitive but still want to come hang out? Come anyway! 😊 Fan admission is only $5.

📍 St. Johns County Fairgrounds
5840 FL-207 E, Elkton, FL 32033
🕚 Fun starts at 11:00 AM

🥏 Disc Golf — 11:30 AM | $25
🃏 Dingo (Card Games) — 1:00 PM | $15
🎯 Co****le — 4:00 PM | $25
🎟️ Fan Admission — $5

Plus indoor vendors, food trucks, a 50/50 raffle, and plenty of time to connect with the community!

🎟️ Register to play or purchase admission:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fad-fun-game-day

As we celebrate Deaf Awareness Week, let's keep that energy going beyond this week. Support Deaf-led organizations, show up for Deaf community events, and most importantly—have some FUN together! 🤟🌴

Questions about this event? Please email FAD Vice President directly: [email protected]

FRID Organizational Member Benefit Disclaimer: This information is shared as a benefit of FRID Organizational Membership. FRID's sharing of this event does not constitute endorsement of the organization, event, activities, products, or services. Please contact the hosting organization directly with questions.

Image Description (ID):
Colorful tropical-themed flyer for the Florida Association of the Deaf (FAD) Fun Day, featuring a Florida sunset, palm trees, hibiscus flowers, and images representing the day's activities.

09/21/2026

Happy Deaf Awareness Week from FRID!

We as Interpreters would not be here without Deaf folks - the community, language and culture they have cultivated have carved the path for our profession to even exist. Take some time this week to recognize a Deaf influencer, teacher, colleague, or even a loved one in the community whom you value.

FRID has compiled some resources below to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week. Add your own resources in the comments!:

1. International Week of Deaf People - World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), https://wfdeaf.org/international-week-of-deaf-people-2026/

2. National Association of the Deaf (NAD) - https://nad.org/

3. What can I do to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week? - National Deaf Center (NDC) - https://nationaldeafcenter.org/faq/?article=63-what-can-i-do-to-celebrate-deaf-awareness-week

Image Description:

[A vertical illustrated poster with a mint-green background and dark green curved shapes. Near the top, a dark green rounded rectangle displays the date “September 21 – 27, 2026.” Large black lettering in the center reads “International Deaf Awareness Week.” The poster includes diverse illustrated people communicating through sign language, including a person signing in a video-call window, two people signing together in the foreground, and a person holding a board marked with “A. B” and “Cc.” Decorative black-outlined flower shapes appear in the upper-right corner, and a white abstract curved pattern fills the left side. A white logo with the letters “FRID” appears in the lower-right corner.]

09/17/2026

🎉 The Results Are In! 🎉

The 2026 FRID Board of Directors election is complete, and we’re excited to introduce your newly elected leaders:

President: Amy Dawson
Region Representative North: Elizabeth Anthony

For the remaining positions, the Nominations & Elections Committee will reach out to the eligible write-in candidates to confirm whether they wish to participate in the runoff election.

📅 If eligible candidates accept, the runoff election will begin on October 3, 2026.

Congratulations to everyone who participated in the 2026 election process! 🎉
Stay tuned for updates — and join us in congratulating our incoming leaders! 🎊

[ID]: A graphic announcing the 2026 FRID Election Results. The FRID logo appears at the top, followed by the heading “2026 Election Results.” Two elected candidates are featured with their photos: Amy Dawson, elected President for the term January 1, 2027–December 31, 2028, and Elizabeth Anthony, elected Region Representative North for the same term. The graphic also explains that some positions did not have candidates before the deadline but received write-in nominations, which are being reviewed for eligibility. Eligible write-in candidates will be contacted about participating in a runoff election beginning October 3.

09/16/2026

⚠️Updated interest form below⚠️

🏒🤟 Another ASL Awareness Night is coming to Orlando!

FRID is assisting Deaf Florida by coordinating volunteer interpreters for the Orlando Solar Bears ASL Awareness Night!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ Volunteer Arrival: 4:30 p.m.
🏒 Puck Drop: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Kia Center | Orlando, FL
🐻‍❄️ Orlando Solar Bears vs. South Carolina Stingrays

We are looking for volunteer interpreters who are ready to commit their time and skills to help make this another great ASL Awareness Night!

📲 Interested? Complete the Interest Form below today!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14-E2tBSAeIkoRLlXVh8bZvfDVcMvzyhDiOmpG_j3hCI/viewform?edit_requested=true

⏳ Deadline: September 24, 2026

Please review all information and expectations included in the interest form before submitting, including volunteer commitment and availability requirements.

Come help us support Deaf visibility, ASL awareness, and connection with the Deaf community at another professional sporting event! 💜🩵🏒🤟

Image Description (ID)

Square black flyer announcing “Volunteer Interpreters Needed – ASL Awareness Night.” An orange ASL “I Love You” handshape appears in the upper left, with yellow hockey sticks and a puck in the upper right. A large colorful Orlando Solar Bears logo featuring a polar bear holding a hockey stick appears on the left.

Event information on the right reads: October 24, 2026. Volunteers arrive at 4:30 p.m.; puck drops at 7:00 p.m. Kia Center, 400 West Church Street, Orlando, FL. Orlando Solar Bears vs. South Carolina Stingrays.

Near the bottom, teal, purple, and white text reads: “Interested? Complete the Interest Form Today! Deadline: September 24, 2026.” Additional text states, “More information in the interest form.” FRID and Deaf Florida logos appear in the lower corners.

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Jacksonville, FL
32224-7699

Website

https://www.FRIDcentral.org/, https://linktr.ee/fridcentral

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