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Bedford Park, IL

October 31, 2026
Wintrust Sports Complex (Free Parking)
5499 W 65th St, Bedford Park, IL 60638

Open to the public from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Schedule
9:00 AM

Door Opens to the Public

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

DeafNation Videos

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Sponsored by ZP Better Together
11:30AM-12:00PM

TBD

12:00PM-12:30PM

TBD

12:30PM-1:00PM

Win or Womp! Trivia Game Show

Brad KleinBrad Klein

Brad Klein

Brad Klein, That CODA Comedian

Nagish

Brad is a proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults). He performs comedy in both English and American Sign Language (ASL), all about growing up in both the Deaf & Hearing communities. Brad has performed all over the world, including Laugh Factory, Comix Roadhouse, and the Floodwater Comedy Festival. His funny videos with his Deaf parents have generated millions of views online. Fun fact, Brad’s childhood dream was to own a s’mores factory so he could eat them whenever he wanted.

Justin LoncarJustin Loncar

Justin Loncar

Social Media Influencer/Comedian

Loncar Entertainment LLC.

Known as @somedeafguy – your favorite internet comedian.
Making the internet laugh one post at a time.
Comedian | Content Creator | Filmmaker

Sponsored by Nagish
1:00PM-1:30PM

TBD

1:30PM-2:00PM

UbiDuo 3 Highlights

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Andy Lange

sComm & The UbiDuo 3

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Andy Lange is the Communication Access Analyst for sComm.

Sponsored by sComm
2:00PM-2:30PM

Whose Sign Is it?

Sponsored by Sorenson
2:30PM-3:00PM

TBD

3:00PM-3:30PM

No Barriers: Around the World

Joel BarishJoel Barish

Joel Barish

CEO

DeafNation

Co-founder of DeafNation and global adventurer, Joel Barish, has explored over 108 countries to document the worldwide Deaf experience. Through his programs No Barriers and Coffee With Joel, he spotlights Deaf culture, businesses, and influential leaders. He is deeply committed to improving travel accessibility and supporting the Deaf ecosystem globally. Off-camera, Joel is an avid cyclist and photographer.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Sponsored by ZP Better Together
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Drawing Prizes by Event Sponsors and Exhibitors

5:00 PM

Event Ends for the Day

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chicago Midway Airport
6630 South Cicero Ave, Bedford Park, IL 60638
$139 per night – Reserve Now
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6610 South Cicero Ave, Bedford Park, IL 60638
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