League for the Blind and Disabled

04/08/2026

Grab your friends! Get your tickets to the 2026 Suds in the City Gala!

Suds in the City is The League's signature annual gala — a lively and memorable evening featuring local beer, wine, and spirits. Guests will enjoy sampling selections from some of the region’s finest wineries, breweries, and distilleries while learning more about The League’s mission, programs, and the meaningful impact we make throughout our community.

This formal event (business casual to black tie optional) will be held at the beautiful Parkview Mirro Center. Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the event beginning at 6:00 PM.

Throughout the evening, attendees will enjoy:

Tasting stations open for the duration of the event

Heavy hors d’oeuvre buffet crafted by the exceptional culinary team at Parkview Mirro Center

An exciting silent auction featuring online bidding and exclusive items

Inspiring opportunities to learn about The League’s vision and the lives transformed through our work.

Get tickets now at https://givebutter.com/c/2026-Suds-In-The-City

04/08/2026

Join us for our next Mental Health Workshop!

When: April 10, 11 & 12, 2026
Where: Holiday Inn Purdue
4111 Paul Shaffer Dr, Fort Wayne, 46825
Who: Roger Williams

Please join us!
Register here:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/ZGFS72AMFTBVS
or
Use QR code on the flier!

Any questions, please reach out to:
Angie Crawford
260-488-8230 or angiec@the-league.org

League for the Blind and Disabled

04/06/2026

DeafLink's ASL Workshop, presented by Roger Williams - Interpreting in Mental Health & Substance Abuse, April 10-12, 2026, still has openings.

Why do you need this workshop? Here's a message from Roger Williams https://youtu.be/X75CxvKwU4A

The need for qualified interpreters with specialized training in mental health is growing at a faster than expected rate. Employment for interpreters and translators is projected to grow 24% from 2020 to 2030, significantly faster than average. A shortage of qualified interpreters exists for the roughly 500,000 American Sign Language (ASL) users, creating high demand in education, healthcare, and video relay services.

As a way to increase the pool of trained interpreters in this setting, DeafLink is bringing in Roger Williams!
His company, “Hands On Interpreting, LLC,” is committed to providing quality services to improve access to healthcare, both behavioral and physical health, for individuals who are Deaf and hard of hearing. He comes highly recommended in the field of mental health interpreting, and he is a trainer for MHIT (Mental Health Interpreter Training).

If you are interested in mental health interpreting but haven't been able to get your feet wet yet in this setting, this training is a great first step! We are excited to have a presenter of this caliber coming to Fort Wayne. I am thrilled that we can offer this level of professional development in our own backyard! 1.4 CEUs will be awarded for this training.

This training is open to all. There is a special discounted rate for students currently in an ASL program.
Costs: $50 Student; $125 for current DeafLink Interpreters; and $175 for ASL Interpreters. There are options to attend Friday and Saturday as well. See the brochure for more information.

The class is filling up, but there are still slots available. Register today at https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/ZGFS72AMFTBVS

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04/04/2026

The League would like to invite your organization to be a sponsor of this meaningful community event. Suds in the City is the can’t-miss event of the season, bringing together friends, families, community leaders, and sponsors for an unforgettable evening of flavor, fun, and purpose. Sip and savor your way through a curated selection of local beer, wine, and spirits from some of the region’s finest wineries, breweries, and distilleries.

Your support will help raise funds for The League’s life-changing programs serving people with disabilities across northeast Indiana. It’s a powerful way to demonstrate your commitment to inclusion and independence while increasing your visibility and impact. As a sponsor, you’ll receive prominent recognition through event promotions, online platforms, and community outreach. Your partnership directly supports:
• Empowering individuals with the tools and training needed for independent living
• Promoting inclusion in all aspects of life, from mobility to recreation to advocacy

Thank you for considering this opportunity. Together, we can continue the work Helen Keller inspired right here in Fort Wayne - ensuring people of all abilities can live full, independent lives.

We have several ticketing and sponsorship opportunities available: Ticket Options: $75 each or a Reserved Table of 8 for $600; Sponsorship Levels: $1,000, $2,500, $5,000 and $10,000. For event or ticketing questions, contact Ron Clark at ronc@the-league.org. For sponsorship questions, contact John Guingrich at JohnG@the-league.org. For event information, visit https://givebutter.com/c/2026-Suds-In-The-City.

04/04/2026

In observance of Good Friday, the League office will close at Noon on Friday, April 3, 2026. Normal office hours will resume on Monday, April 6, 2026.

Have a Hoppy Easter.

04/02/2026

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Suds in the City Gala!

Suds in the City is The League's signature annual gala — a lively and memorable evening featuring local beer, wine, and spirits. Guests will enjoy sampling selections from some of the region’s finest wineries, breweries, and distilleries while learning more about The League’s mission, programs, and the meaningful impact we make throughout our community.

This formal event (business casual to black tie optional) will be held at the beautiful Parkview Mirro Center. Doors open at 5:30 PM, with the event beginning at 6:00 PM.

Throughout the evening, attendees will enjoy:

Tasting stations open for the duration of the event

Heavy hors d’oeuvre buffet crafted by the exceptional culinary team at Parkview Mirro Center

An exciting silent auction featuring online bidding and exclusive items

Inspiring opportunities to learn about The League’s vision and the lives transformed through our work.

Get tickets now at https://givebutter.com/c/2026-Suds-In-The-City