Ted Weinstein, author of “New England’s General Stores: Exploring an American Classic,” recently read from the book and signed copies in Petersham. According to organizers, the event was well attended. Weinstein, above, told those in attendance that while the Country Store in Petersham was not included in the book, he said it might make it into Volume II, if there is one. He called the local country store a “real gem, a true classic and a community treasure.” Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO