Holiday Season with Sorenson
Share holiday cheer and connection with Sorenson through a series of special events this month for all ages. Invite others: the more the merrier!Deaf Santa is Back!
‘Tis the season, and kids are lining up to share their holiday wishlists with jolly ol’ Saint Nick. Sorenson has arranged for Deaf Santa to have virtual visits via videophone so kids can tell him in ASL what they hope for under the tree. This year, you don’t need to make an appointment. Just call during one of the times below to talk to Deaf Santa.
Deaf Santa Schedule
Call (907) 921-9300 on your VP during one of these times to sign with Deaf Santa:
Tuesday, Dec. 12
2 p.m. – 6 p.m. ET
Wednesday, Dec. 20
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET
Thursday Dec. 21
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET
Calls with Deaf Santa are first come, first served. If Santa’s talking to another kid when you call, you can leave a SignMail message and he’ll call back when he’s done.
If you take photos during your call that you’d be happy for Sorenson to share with our community as we recap this year’s conversations with Deaf Santa, you can email them to [email protected].
Holiday Story Time
When to Tune in for Story Time
You have two chances to join us for an unforgettable storytelling experience.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. ET
Thursday, Dec. 14
8:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET
Sorenson will introduce the events in ASL and English with captioning, so Deaf, hearing, and hard-of-hearing people can enjoy the show together.
Stick around for the raffle at the end where we’ll give away 10 gift cards worth $100. 💵
Holiday Communication
Let Sorenson’s expert educators show you some fun and useful tips for Deaf and hearing connection during the holidays:
- holiday-themed American Sign Language (ASL) signs
- tips for Deaf and hearing communication without an interpreter
- using tools to help you connect
At the end of the lesson, we’ll raffle off 10 gift cards worth $100. 💵
Join us Wednesday, Dec. 13, 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. ET
Frequently Asked Questions About Deaf Santa
If you have questions we don’t answer here, you can email us at [email protected]
Deaf Santa will be taking video calls at (907) 921-9300 during the times above so kids can tell him what they want for Christmas. If Santa’s talking to another child when you call, you can leave a SignMail message and he’ll call back as soon as he’s free.
No, Deaf Santa’s happy to talk to kids calling from any VP number.
There is no requirement to use any Sorenson product or service to participate.
Deaf Santa would love to talk to each of your kids when you call in. Just take turns in front of the camera.
Plan on 15 minutes with Deaf Santa so he has enough time to talk to all the kids who want to share their wish lists.
Yes! It will just be you, Santa, and one of his elves (who are all Deaf). No one will record the call.
