The Downey Patriot

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Ice skating camp for deaf children

WESTMINSTER – The second annual Sertoma Fantasy Ice Skating Camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children will take place Aug. 18-21 at The Rinks in Westminster. Registration fee is $40 and includes skates, lessons and snacks. Parents or guardians are responsible for transportation to and from the camp.

Campers will learn the basics of ice skating (figure skating and hockey) by professional coaches and assisted by volunteer helpers.

Trained sign language interpreters will be present at all times to assist in communication. The last day of camp includes an awards ceremony and pizza party.

The camp is open to kids ages 6-17 who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Cochlear implants are welcome.

For more information, contact Penny Pereboom at (714) 343-3706 or penny.ocsertoma@aol.com.

 

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Published: July 17, 2014 - Volume 13 - Issue 14