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Thursday, July 30th Charles Thompson Memorial Hall

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Man in black shirt and baseball cap signing in a hall near stairs, curtains, and framed portraits.

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Video Transcript
[Opening Title]
DQMO Twin Cities 2026 logo appears with a paint-splatter transition.

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The camera shows the exterior of Charles Thompson Hall, slowly moving closer to the building before zooming in on the "Charles Thompson Hall" sign above the entrance.

[Video]
The camera pans from the nearby bus stop toward Charles Thompson Hall.

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The camera shows the lawn and parking lot area where attendees can gather, socialize, and relax.

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Troy Mezzera appears wearing a black DQMO committee polo shirt, a yellow and blue Brewers baseball cap, a black watch, and a green bracelet.

Troy:
"Hello. My name is Troy Mezzera. My sign name is the letter 'T' on the mustache area. I am Deaf-Blind and one of the DQMO committee members. I want to welcome everyone to one of the oldest Deaf halls in the world."
Troy points toward the building.
"We have a bus stop right next to it. This building will be used for workshops and lunch on Thursday, July 30. We hope to see you all here! We will have lots of food and drinks."
Troy gives a thumbs up.

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The camera pans through the game room.

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The camera pans around the cafeteria, showing neatly arranged tables and chairs.

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The camera moves through the kitchen area.

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Troy appears again.

Troy:
"Hello. This is the main floor of Charles Thompson Hall. We will eat in the cafeteria. We also have a game room where you can relax on the couch and spend time with friends."

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The camera pans around the third-floor auditorium.

[Video]
Troy appears again.

Troy:
"Hello. This room will be used for workshops. We can also use this space to eat and socialize. We have a stage."
Troy points toward the stage.
"Thank you."

[Video]
The camera pans around the basement of Charles Thompson Hall, showing the bar area, high-top tables, chairs, and televisions.

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The camera follows a hallway with additional tables and chairs.

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The camera focuses on a colorful abstract artwork featuring downtown Saint Paul.

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The camera pans through another basement room containing a pool table, dart boards, and additional tables and chairs.

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Troy appears again.

Troy:
"Hello. This is the basement of Charles Thompson Hall. There is a restroom here. We also have a bar area where you can order drinks and refreshments. In another room, there is a pool table and dart boards. There are televisions where you can watch sports and other programs."

[Closing Title]
The video ends with the purple Deaf Queer Men Only Twin Cities 2026 logo featuring the lumberjack character signing "I Love You," with the Stone Arch Bridge displayed below.