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Join us at the Griffin Museum for an afternoon presentation with photographers Jessica Hays and Melinda Hurst Frye as they discuss their current exhibition and the ideas shaping their work.

Bringing together two distinct photographic practices, as Above so Below explores the vision and questions around land use, stewardship, and shared resources. Hayes and Frye consider how we inhabit the landscape -- how land holds memory, labor, extraction, care, and consequence. Through their individual approaches, they reflect on the ways environments are shaped by human presence and policy, and how

The parade will start at Winchester High School, go down Main Street through the town center, and end at the WWI Memorial at Lincoln School, wrapping up at the Edward F. O'Connell Memorial Plaza.

The parade will assemble at 9:00am at the Winchester High School and step-off at 9:15am from Skillings Road and follow the route to Town Hall, where Civic Exercises will take place at the Edward F. O’Connell Memorial Plaza. Included in the line of march will be Senator Jason Lewis, Representative Michael Day, members of the Town Government, scouts and the Masons.

The Civic Exercise will include Rev. Earl Darlington who will deliver the Invocation and Benediction, Winchester High School Band, Boston Fireman’s Band, speakers Commander Festus McDonough, and the 6^th grade essay winner will read her

Join our community to light the menorah at 6 pm on every night of Hanukkah, December 14-22. Hot chocolate and donuts from 6:00-6:30 on the first night, December 14. For more information,. contact WinchesterJewishCommunity@gmail.com.

Instead of our normal 10:00 worship service, we have actress and story-teller Olivia Woodford joining us to perform her one-woman play that portrays the relationship between Sarah and Hagar, very important mother figures from the old testament. Olivia describes the play like this:

Mother of Nations
A one woman play that portrays the relationship between Sarah and Hagar. Experience how the strength of their faith, the sacrifices they made, and their devotion to God, Abraham, and their sons defined them as Mothers for all time.

En Ka Exchange Resale Shop is opening doors early to show off our fab new collection of resale clothing at incredible prices. We are featuring a wide variety of curated seasonal wear--from beautiful summer dresses to cozy fall sweaters. We have a room filled with winter coats--excellent brand names and quality, brand new children's jackets, ski coats and snow pants. We have brand new shoes--Rag & Bone boots, excellent condition Breakers, near perfect Merrells, Karl Lagerfeld heels, and more. You won't believe the prices.

Join us on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM for an evening of in-person dialogue for Winchester. At this event, you can expect small group, facilitated conversations to: share your perspectives, listen deeply, and explore what community means for you and your neighbors. Pre-registration is required. Register here, or by calling 781-729-7100, or by emailing office@nfsj.org. This evening of dialogue will take place at the Sanborn House, 15 High Street, Winchester.

Join us at the Griffin @ WinCam on Thursday June 5th for a special reception for Nick Ortoleva, showcasing his series, to you from seoul, on the walls of WinCam through June 28, 2025 Nick Ortoleva (b. Seoul, Korea) grew up in Central Massachusetts and currently resides in Boston. He received a BFA in Photography from MassArt (24'). Ortoleva uses the camera to shape a fragmented narrative that often reflects on personal experiences and relationships with the communities where he has found kinship. He frequently revisits stories passed down through family, as he continues to write a memoir of

Join Nouvelle Maison on Nov 1-2 for our 1-year anniversary!

On Nov 1, we'll be hosting a grand tasting of our favorites from 2-5pm. Come try 8+ wines, our range of non-alcoholic wines and hot chocolate for the kiddos. We'll also have our signature Nouvelle Maison laid out with our bestseller cheeses, charcuterie and dips. Come celebrate with us!

On Nov 2, we'll be serving mimosa sips from 9am to 11am to officially celebrate our 1 year. We hope to see many of you there!

(No need to purchase a ticket, just show up on Saturday and Sunday)

This evening is all about you, our members, whose passion and support make everything we do possible. Our Members Mingle is about connecting with fellow photography enthusiasts, sharing your inspiration, and participating in the vibrant energy that makes the Griffin Museum such a special place. And what better way to celebrate you than being with other members and seeing the work of the Yellow Rose Project exhibition! Eat, drink and be merry! Get ready for an evening of connection, inspiration, and of course, great photography.

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