Happy Pride Month! You’re invited to a watch party this Thursday, June 20, 6:00 to 8:00 pm hosted by the Sawyer Free Library and the Cape Ann YMCA.

Teens and tweens, join us at the Cape Ann YMCA for an evening of tie dye, snacks, and a virtual author talk with author and TikToker Mercury Stardust who will discuss her new book, Safe and Sound: A Renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair, followed by a moderated Q&A session. Be sure to bring a white article of clothing that you’d like to dye.

Register here to let us know you are attending, 6th to 12th grader welcome. For more information, visit SawyerFreeLibrary.org or call 978-325-5500.

If you prefer to watch the virtual talk at home you can register to receive a link from the Rowley Public Library HERE.

Mercury Stardust, the Trans Handy Ma’am, is a professional home maintenance technician and award-winning activist. Mercury credits her TikTok success to her experience teaching burlesque, where she learned to communicate and create a safe space for students who had frequently experienced trauma. She’s been featured in stories by NBC, NPR, Buzzfeed, Newsweek, Washington Post, and Pink News. Her leadership within the trans community has led to collaborations with such brands as Dolby, Lowe’s, and Point of Pride.