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Human Library Event Helps Participants Move Beyond Stereotypes

Williams College Invites Community to Experience the Human Library on February 10 & 11, 2012 The idea of checking a person out from a library sounds like it came out of a futuristic science fiction novel. In reality, it’s actually part of Williams College’s Human Library event in Williamstown, MA! Instead of a traditional library where books and checked out and read, the human library is full of people who can be… Read More

Category: Berkshire County, Suggested Activity Tags: Berkshires, life experiences, Massachusetts, Stereotypes, western massachusetts, Williams College

Review: Henri the Blabla Doll

Breaking Gender Stereotypes with Toys This spring I became a Great Aunt … twice! That’s twice the fun of discovering and giving gifts to new mothers that I would have loved to receive when my daughter was little. Over the next several weeks we will be reviewing several products for families with little ones made by local mamapreneurs from Western Massachusetts. Our reviews will showcase local toys, clothes and practical products made… Read More