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The BIG Read Events

The BIG Read

Spring 2025 Events

Family American Sign Language Classes
Every Thursday in March |  6-7 p.m. | Rossford Public Library | RSVP at (419) 666-0924
Join us every Thursday in March for as we learn how to sign ABCs, Greetings, Colors, Numbers, Animals, Food, Feelings, and Household Items.  Registration is required; call (419) 666-0924.

BIG Read “The Faces Of” Art Exhibit
April 4 – May 4 | Lounge-Area in the 1st floor in HH

This year’s BIG Read explores Deaf culture, history of Deaf culture and struggle for rights, Deaf community, American Sign Language and other communication of deaf or hard of hearing individuals, challenges deaf and hard of hearing individuals face in a world built on being able to hear, the privilege of hearing, and ableism. “Deaf history,” as noted by the Communication Service for the Deaf, “is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Despite centuries of discrimination and marginalization, Deaf people have persevered and created a culture that is vibrant, unique, and enduring. By celebrating Deaf history and culture, we can honor the contributions of Deaf people and promote a more inclusive and compassionate world for all.”

We will honor and celebrate the Deaf Culture by sharing the stories of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals in an exhibit in the spring.

To participate in this powerful exhibit, please email Jen at jennifer_hazel@owens.edu

To have your class participate, please see the The Face Of Exhibit Assignment Guidelines and the Talent/Participant Release.

Email Jen at jennifer_hazel@owens.edu with questions.

BIG Read “The Faces Of” Art Exhibit Reception
April 4 | 12-1 p.m. | Lounge-Area in the 1st floor in HH

Join us for the opening of this powerful exhibit.

Inside Out 2
April 8 | 11 a.m. | CH 100 & Livestream (Discussion Only); click here.
Join us as we watch and discuss this film; live discussion with Vickie Heck, Director of Counseling Services.  Jodi Gore, Instructor of Social Work, will lead the online discussion.  To watch online; click here.
Book Club
April 9 | 12 p.m. | CH 117 *
Join us as we take a dive into the 2024-5 BIG Read Book and learn some basic ASL.
*If on the Findlay-area Campus, reach out to Paul Weaver in the library to get linked to the Toledo-area Campus.
Deaf Culture & Prep for Author Visit Workshop
April 16 | 12 p.m. | CH 117 *
Join us as we learn more about Deaf Culture and prepare for the author visit.
*If on the Findlay-area Campus, reach out to Paul Weaver in the library to get linked to the Toledo-area Campus.

Bookmark Sale
April 24
Come and get your very own bookmark with a free copy of True Biz. Cost is $11 and you get a free copy of the book! Cash and checks only.

CFPA Theatre: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
EC 111: 4:30 to 5 p.m.

BIG Read Author Visit
April 24 | 10 a.m. | CFPA Theatre (Toledo-area Campus) and Livestream; click here.
3:30 p.m. | EC 111 (Findlay-area Campus)

Do not miss the opportunity to hear Sara Nović discuss her book and have your copy signed following the discussion.

“Let’s Talk BIG w/ Jane & Jen”
Thursdays, all semester long | 7 a.m. | 10 a.m. | 7 p.m. | 10 p.m. | Owens Community College Radio , RSS.com, or the OCCR YouTube Channel.