San Rafael, CA – This July, Marin County Free Library is proud to celebrate Disability Pride Month with a system-wide exhibit and collection of programs, displays, and booklists that center disability experiences, voices, and visibility. At the heart of this year’s celebration is Sound Advice, a compelling photography and story exhibit by artist Nancy Rubin, on view at all 10 MCFL branches throughout the month.
About the Exhibit
Sound Advice shares the stories of 15 individuals—ranging in age from 6 to 95—living with hearing loss. Through personal interviews and photographic portraits, Rubin captures the everyday challenges and triumphs of navigating a world where communication is often taken for granted.
These stories reflect deeply human themes: resilience, frustration, and the desire to be understood.
Each MCFL branch features exhibit panels and staff-curated booklists that extend the conversation beyond the walls of the gallery.
Learn more about the artist and project: nancyjrubin.com/sound-advice.
Explore More: Our Disability Pride Booklists
In addition to the exhibit, MCFL has curated a collection of books and resources in honor of Disability Pride Month. From memoirs and fiction to children's titles and graphic novels, these lists celebrate disability identity, activism, creativity, and community.
Why It Matters
Through Sound Advice and our Disability Pride Celebration, MCFL is committed to honoring diverse experiences and expanding how we represent and reflect our community. This exhibit brings visibility to experiences that are often overlooked and invites us to consider how we show up for one another—with empathy, openness, and a willingness to learn.