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Al Lepre, founder and Executive Director of American Deaf Exposition announced today that the South Street Seaport Deaf Exposition, previously scheduled for August 17, 2008 will not go as planned.
"I am saddened that our contract was cancelled and that we have not been able to resolve this problem in time to hold the South Street Seaport Deaf Exposition this year," said Lepre, a recipient of an award for his leadership in the deaf community by NYC Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr. "This event is terribly important to the deaf community. Each year, it brings together over 5,000 deaf people. Like no other event in the northeast, it brings deaf people together, introduces them to the latest developments in technology and promote deaf culture."
Lepre said that he still hopes that the issues with the Seaport can be resolved and the event rescheduled for next year. However, he is also looking into new venues.
"I want to thank all the deaf people who gave of their time and energy to help make the Expo happen this year. Next year we will be back, with a bigger and more exciting Expo than ever."
Hearing Loss News and Articles: Deaf Exposition: They Have Cancelled Our Contract
"I am saddened that our contract was cancelled and that we have not been able to resolve this problem in time to hold the South Street Seaport Deaf Exposition this year," said Lepre, a recipient of an award for his leadership in the deaf community by NYC Comptroller William C. Thompson, Jr. "This event is terribly important to the deaf community. Each year, it brings together over 5,000 deaf people. Like no other event in the northeast, it brings deaf people together, introduces them to the latest developments in technology and promote deaf culture."
Lepre said that he still hopes that the issues with the Seaport can be resolved and the event rescheduled for next year. However, he is also looking into new venues.
"I want to thank all the deaf people who gave of their time and energy to help make the Expo happen this year. Next year we will be back, with a bigger and more exciting Expo than ever."
Hearing Loss News and Articles: Deaf Exposition: They Have Cancelled Our Contract