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Deaf-Friendly Event, DEAF-Initions at Grassroots
Grassroots Kava House is hosting a Deaf-Friendly Event, DEAF-Initions: Kava & Kratom 101
The event will have ASL interpretation, from Coman Certificated Interpreting, available during a
quick 101 presentation from one of our owners, Kenn Hoyumpa. There will be free samples,
giveaways, and together we will work to create signs for “Kava” and “Kratom” for everyone to use in the community and when ordering at Grassroots. The event is FREE – we just ask that each attendee purchase a minimum of one drink.
Our goal is for Grassroots to become a Deaf-friendly space to hang out, drink a shell and connect with others.
April 20th, 3-5pm
Grassroots Kava House
957 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
