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Celebrate pride through beautiful, empowering, first-hand accounts of trans, nonbinary, and gender-fluid experiences. From Massachusetts-based Family Diversity Projects, this exhibit uses stunning photography and rich stories to challenge damaging myths and stereotypes about trans and nonbinary people, educate people about these communities, and help make the world a safer, more connected, and more empathetic place.

Authentic Selves is on view at Ripley Chapel (21 Church St, Winchester, MA), weekdays (9:00 - 3:00 and Sunday afternoon) from June 1 until June 9, with special programming on

Live in-person from the stunning Ripley Chapel at First Congregational Church, Winchester.

Celebrate pride through beautiful, empowering, first-hand accounts of trans, nonbinary, and gender-fluid experiences. From Massachusetts-based Family Diversity Projects, this exhibit uses stunning photography and rich stories to challenge damaging myths and stereotypes about trans and nonbinary people, educate people about these communities, and help make the world a safer, more connected, and more empathetic place.

Authentic Selves is on view at Ripley Chapel (21 Church St, Winchester, MA), weekdays

Meet and talk to all the presenters. Get books and more signed by your favorite authors and illustrators. The Frozen Hoagies truck will be there with treats for sale.

Join author and chef Caroline Choe for a discussion of her new cookbook, Banchan, followed by a Q&A and, of course, a tasting of some delicious dishes! You can request a library copy of the book here.About the book: Banchan, the shared side dishes that accompany a Korean meal, are often the real stars of the table, and it's time we celebrate them.…Learn More

Author Stephen Puleo will discuss his new book The Great Abolitionist: Charles Sumner and the Fight for a More Perfect Union (to be released on April 23, 2024). You can place a hold on a library copy here. Copies of Mr. Puleo's books, provided by Book Ends, will be available for purchase.…Learn More

Join structural engineer and author of Saving Michelangelo's Dome Wayne Kalayjian for a fascinating discussion of art, architecture, and the birth of modern engineering, accompanied by a visual presentation. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.…Learn More

Preschool friends and their grown-ups are invited to join us and Authorfest author Jannie Ho to learn all about how authors and illustrators create their stories, and hear a few too!Questions? Email winchild@minlib. net, call (781) 721-7171 x326, or visit the Children's Room for more information.…Learn More

Book Ends will be set up in Town Hall for you to preview and order books from your favorite authors! Grab dinner for your family from a local food truck. WFEE will be there with activities for the family. Books can be left to be signed the next day.

Author visits to all public local schools will take place on Oct. 24

Join your friends, neighbors and community to enjoy the music of Diver 9 and the craft brews from Notch Brewing Co on the outside terrace of the beautiful Griffin Museum of Photography. All are welcome, including well behaved dogs on leashes. Children welcome too!

Cello Students of Anne Bennett perform for family and friends. Nichols Hall