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Interview with Sarah Michaelson
Director/producer Sarah Michaelson had a vision about how to bring Calvin’s story to life on screen. She wanted it to be something that many different people could enjoy in the same space, which meant creating a brand new type of film. She gathered a team of artists and storytellers that combined many different elements into… -
Michael Herzovi talks to The Happy Chat Show
Today I spoke with a group of people at Community Connections Life, an amazing place that serves people with developmental disabilities and dual diagnoses in Westchester County, NY. Each participant was invited to watch the Calvin Can’t Fly ASL Storybook on their own time a couple of days before we all met up over Zoom on their “Happy Chat Show.” The… -
Interview with John Erickson
A word from the Director: We met John Erickson several years ago at a neighborhood church where he’s the pianist. We were instantly enamored with his soulful sound. Described as a jazz player with a love for pop music, John is known for his lyrical, understated style. When John agreed to help us score the…
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Calvin Can't Fly - an ASL Storybook
This message below is brought to you by our lovely SallyisSarah Productions Creator and boss: Sarah Michaelson! Sally Is Sarah Productions Please follow us! I was the middle child. I was always called ‘Sally’ growing up, so as to not be confused with other Sarah’s in the family. I was incredibly sensitive. Painfully shy. Words stuck in my throat and never seemed to be able to come out right. After college, when I started learning American Sign Language through friends at Gallaudet, expressing myself felt so different. There was a congruity, an authenticity, a whole-heartedness involved in conveying and receiving a message through sign language. I felt awkward, for sure, but I also found something in myself that was new. It was at Gallaudet that I decided to take back the name Sarah, the name felt more like me. Recently I started making films based on books with one goal in mind: Encouraging children to be who they are, no matter what their differences or communication style. Michael Herzovi suggested this name for my new business: "Sally Is Sarah Productions." The “Sally” in me flinched a little. But the Sarah in me loved it! So welcome to Sally Is Sarah Productions! Quick update: Calvin Can’t Fly – An ASL Storybook based on the book by Jennifer Berne, is being screened throughout the US. Red – A Crayon’s ASL Story, based on the book by Michael Hall, is in the works. Stay tuned for more! With love and gratitude, Sarah Image
Calvin Can't Fly - an ASL Storybook
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Our Film Team is inspired by the perseverance and strength of the Cheerleading Team, The Bobcats at the Iowa School for the Deaf. They have made school history after winning their first cheer competition!
Congratulation on your achievement ladies!! GO BOBCATS! Iowa School for the Deaf
Their story was featured on ABC7Chicago news! ABC 7 Chicago
Please help us give a warm Congratulations to The Bobcats Cheerleading Team on their amazing achievement! Check out the video of this story below!
abc7chicago.com/iowa-school-for-the-deaf-cheerleading-team-competition-cheer/12868996/
"Calvin Can't Fly- An ASL Storybook" was pleased to partner with and have a screening with Council Bluffs Library and Iowa School for the Deaf on September 22, 2022.
nonpareilonline.com/news/education/hearing-deaf-students-combine-for-activity-at-council-bluffs-public-library/article_84eb7586-392f-11ed-a77e-3b15467b7865.htm
Iowa School for the Deaf's cheerleading team wins 1st competition in school history
They performed the team's winning dance and cheer routine using vibrations from a drum to keep in sync, while holding up signs saying "defense."
Calvin Can't Fly - an ASL Storybook
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"Calvin Can't Fly: An ASL Storybook" is excited to announce that talented and engaging ASL Sign Master and performer, Crom Saunders will be performing at DEAF OPEN POETRY MIC on ZOOM this Saturday night! Crom Saunders
Public Poetry (Houston, TX)
Please see below for details:
Saturday, February 25 4:30pm- 5:15 pm CST
Website to visit the festival and buy tickets:
www.publicpoetry.net/reelpoetry2023/
· All programs are accessible to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing, using ASL interpreters, or embedded text or captioning.
· All American Sign Language programs are captioned or interpreted in English
Image description: Orange graphic on beige background. Text reads "Ink-Stained Fingertips. Deaf poet and translator Crom Saunders presents American Sign Language translations of written/spoken classic poetry. In ASL with English subtitles. Saturday, February 25
4:30 pm- 5:15 om CST. Below text we see a photo image of Crom Saunders. Next to the photo image is a graphic that states "REEL poetry 2023."
Calvin Can't Fly - an ASL Storybook
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We are continuing to share the excitement family viewers have for the story and the wonderful performances for "CALVIN CAN'T FLY: An ASL Storybook.
It is profoundly rewarding that families with loved ones of all different abilities can watch and enjoy our film together!
Image description: Graphic on white background. Green leaves graphic surround film title reading "Calvin Can't Fly: An ASL Storybook." Under the film title is a quote that reads, "The event was awesome. Our Entire family enjoyed the event as Crom was engaging. My HOH son was actually paying attention. It was an amazing event. Thank you." Tiny bird feet graphic in between quote and quotee. Green leaves graphic surround text presenting quotee reading, "Parent Viewer. Gallaudet University Regional Center-East."