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DeaFestival in the Plains

This October, “The Loveliest Village on the Plains” became even more lovely with the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind’s (AIDB) DeaFestival in the Plains! Hosted at the AIDB Opelika Regional Center, this annual festival is a celebration unlike any other. 

“AIDB’s DeaFestival is a celebration of culture, creativity, and community, showcasing the rich talents of individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind,” said Marquitta Riggins, Director, AIDB Opelika Regional Center. “We are glad to have shared this experience and built stronger connections.”

DeaFestival is celebrated each fall in conjunction with Deaf Awareness Month. This year’s event, held in Opelika, Alabama, drew over 600 attendees and featured over 60 vendor and resource booths. Attendees also enjoyed performances by The Amazing Magician Luis, DJ Rac-Koon, and Terry Dahlgren as well as storytelling by students from the Alabama School for the Deaf. 

This year’s event was made possible through the support of these generous supporters: 

Gold Sponsor: Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind Foundation

Silver Sponsors: Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Service Blind and Deaf Division, T-Mobile Accessibility, and Alabama Relay

Bronze Sponsors: Auburn Bank, Alabama Association of the Deaf, and Sorenson

Donors: Auburn Coca-Cola Company, Walmart, ZCRS & Purple Communications, DJ Rac-Koon, and Mobile Association of the Deaf.