Upcoming events & Professional Development
Relationship & Rapport in VRI
Relationship & Rapport in VRI: Beyond Sign Choices
from $20.00
Presented by Danielle Meder
September 19, 2026
6 - 8pm CT / 7 - 9pm ET
0.2 PS CEUs
Presented in English
Self Evaluation & You
Self Evaluation & You: Remote Interpreting Skills Development
from $20.00
Presented by Danielle Meder
October 15, 2026
6-8pm CT / 7-9pm ET
0.2 PS CEUs
ASL Fall Fest
Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and fun for all ages!
Decorated Trunks & Treats
Think your trunk has what it takes? The Best Decorated Trunk will win a prize! We'd love to have you join the fun! Email info@signlanguagestudiosllc.com if you want to bring your creativity, decorate your trunk, and help us make ASL Fall Fest a memorable event!
Community Vendors
We're also welcoming vendors to share their businesses, organizations, products, and resources with our community.
Retail vendors — Showcase and sell your products!
Informational vendors — Share information, services, and resources available to the community!
Interested in hosting a vendor table? Email info@signlanguagestudiosllc.com
and let us know you’re coming. We'd love to have you!
Articulate: A Conversation with Rachel Kolb for Interpreters
Articulate: A Conversation with Rachel Kolb for Interpreters
from $15.00
Featuring author Rachel Kolb
Moderated by Amy Longstreth
November 2, 2026
7-8:30pm CT / 8-9:30pm ET
0.15 PS CEUs
Interpreting Lines of Questioning in Court
Interpreting Lines of Questioning in Court
from $30.00
Presented by Anna McDuffie, BS, CI/CT, SC:L, NIC, Core CHI
November 7, 2026
9am - 12pm CT / 10am - 1pm ET
0.3 PS CEUs
Presented in English
Language Deprivation & the Deaf Consumer
Language Deprivation & the Deaf Consumer
from $25.00
Presented by Dr. Char Sculley
November 12, 2026
6-9pm CT / 7-10pm ET
0.3 PS-PPO CEUs
Presented in ASL
Interpreting in Family Court
Interpreting in Family Court
from $30.00
Presented by Anna McDuffie, BS, CI/CT, SC:L, NIC, Core CHI
December 5, 2026
9am - 12pm CT / 10am -1pm ET
0.3 PS-legal CEUs
Presented in English
The Business of Interpreting
The Business of Interpreting
from $20.00
Presented by Andrea Rehkopf
(Owner & Host of Parking Lot Debrief Podcast)
December 17, 2026
6-8pm CT / 7-9pm ET
0.2 PS CEUs
Presented in English
Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome
from $25.00
Presented by Tiffany Lloyd
September 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET
0.3 PS CEUs
Presented in English
Summer Splash 2026
Summer Splash with SLS is back on Friday, July 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Splashtown in Smyrna!
Come ready to relax, enjoy the water, and spend time with friends—this is the perfect way to beat the summer heat together. We can’t wait to see you there!
Spring Celebration 2026
Join us for our second annual Spring Celebration on Saturday, May 9, from 5:00–7:30 PM. This is a time for our entire community to come together, connect, and enjoy good food and great company!
Click here to let us know you’re coming!
SLS will provide the meat and all paper products. It’s not required, but bring a side dish to share if you’re able!
Bring a chair or a blanket to sit, and come ready to relax and have fun. We can’t wait to spend the afternoon with you!
Then and Now: The History of Minority Communities in Nashville
Nashville Public Library Special Collections and Vanderbilt University present a free hybrid program on Wednesday, April 8: The History of Our Communities: Living with Communication Impairments and Deaf/Hard of Hearing. This program is presented as part of the Then and Now series, which explores the history of minority communities throughout Tennessee. It is designed to elevate stories, experiences, and community history that deserves broader recognition. Register here.
Deaf Vibes
Join us for an exciting professional development event featuring two engaging interpreter workshops followed by a live podcast recording with special guests. We've got flexible ticket options to match your needs and interests. See you there!
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
TSD Statewide Conference
A great chance for local interpreters to earn CEUs and connect with the community—learning and mingling all in one place! We are excited to be providing the CEUs for all workshops at this conference.
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
Fall Festival
Join us for our Fall Fest—a fun-filled afternoon featuring fall activities, local food trucks, and a festive trunk-or-treat for all ages. It’s a family-friendly event you won’t want to miss, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! If you would like to sign up as a vendor, volunteer, or trunk-or-treat participant, you may do so here.
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for us interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for us interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
From Skill Development to Exam Readiness: Preparing for the Performance Assessment
Join presenter Kristeena Thaten as she presents this workshop in ASL tailored specifically for those preparing for the CASLI Performance exam in interpreting. Learn how to register for this professional development opportunity here.
Exam Readiness: Navigating CASLI GKE and Case Studies
Join presenter Kristeena Thaten for this virtual workshop to prepare for the CASLI General Knowledge Exam. Click to learn more about this professional development opportunity fully presented in ASL here.
Interpreter Night Out
Join us for a fun night out celebrating community and connection every third Thursday of the month. This is a space for us interpreters to enjoy each other’s company and have some fun together!
4th of July Fireworks
Join SLS as we provide interpreting services for this year’s July 4th Fireworks downtown Nashville. We are so excited to partner with Visit Music City again to continue providing access for these fun main events! For more information, please click here.
Nashville PRIDE
Join SLS at Pride this year! We are so excited to partner with Nashville Pride and provide access to all main stage shows all weekend long! See you there, and Happy Pride!
Interpreter Night Out
Calling all interpreters! Join us for a night out celebrating community by networking, relaxing, and just being together. Sometimes that’s all you need. P.S. This will be a trivia night as well if you’d like to participate. Happy Pride!
Hands Up Conference!
Join us this year in Orlando as we present at the ever powerful Hands Up Conference! We are THRILLED to be involved. This is a great chance for you to earn more CEUs as well! Feel free to email us for more information.
Deaf Camp
Dead Kids Connect will be hosting a Family Summit at Deaf Camp of Brentwood Deaf Church. Learn more about this event here.