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After community backlash and even threats of protests, a library in Derry, New Hampshire, canceled a children's story time that was supposed to be hosted by a local drag queen. But now the town is stepping up in a huge way, finding a bigger and better venue for the event.
Jun. 10—DERRY — A "Drag Story Time" event planned at Taylor Library has been canceled amid a massive controversy that played out on social media in recent days. The event was to feature Michael McMahon performing as "Clara," his drag name. McMahon's presentations offer "an hour dedicated to teaching children the meaning of what it's like to be prideful," including stories about acceptance, ...
A “Drag Story Time" event for children at a New Hampshire public library has been moved to a private venue after some complaints.
Library director removes planned ‘drag story time’ event Associated Press Published: 6/9/2021 5:21:57 PM A “Drag Story Time” event for children at a New Hampshire public library has been moved to a private venue after some people complained about it. The June 18 event at the Taylor Library in Derry was billed as “Drag Story Time with Clara,” featuring a performer dressed in drag reading stories about penguins and teaching a song and dance about rainbows. Drag queen story hours have been held at libraries or book stores in larger cities for several years, in which men in full d...
The Martha's Vineyard Times Edward L. Ciancio, 76, of East Derry, N.H., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, May 23, 2021, at Parkland Medical Center after a period of declining health. He was born Jan. 5, 1945, in Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard. Ed was raised and educated on the Island. He was proud to serve in the U.S. Air Force from 1963 to 1967 during the Vietnam War. After his military service, he attended Burdett College and graduated with a degree in accounting. He spent his career working as an accountant for Nim-Cor, Ecco Shoe, and Spirit, among ot...