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‘Standing Up for Others’ performance to be held Jan. 26 for MLK Day

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In honor of MLK Day in 2025, the Network for Social Justice will hold a performance and workshop on the theme of ‘Standing Up for Others’ on Sunday, Jan. 26. COURTESY PHOTO/NETWORK FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE

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The following was submitted by the Network for Social Justice:

In honor of MLK Day in 2025, please join the Network for Social Justice for a True Story Theater performance and workshop on the theme of “Standing Up for Others.”

The performance will take place on Sunday, Jan. 26, from 3-5 p.m., at the Griffin Museum of Photography, 67 Shore Road, and the follow-up workshop is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6-8 p.m., also at the Griffin.

It is recommended, but not required, to attend both events to get the most out of the experience. The programs are recommended for those 13+ years old.

If you haven’t experienced True Story Theater before, you can learn more on their website about True Story Theater and about how a show works.

These free programs are co-sponsored by the Network for Social Justice, Winchester ABC, the Winchester Public Library, and the Griffin Museum of Photography, with funding from En Ka Society and the First Congregational Church.

Space is limited to 50 people; please register here.

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