Author Talk with Pablo Cartaya

Schedule

Thu May 21 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

St. Cecilia Music Center | Grand Rapids, MI

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Pablo Cartaya will discuss his writing process and answer questions about his book A Hero's Guide to Summer Vacation.
About this Event

Author Talk with Pablo Cartaya
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 1:00 2:00 pm
St. Cecilia Music Center – 24 Ransom Ave NE

Pablo Cartaya will discuss his writing process and answer questions about his book . This event is designed for upper elementary classes, homeschool students, and community members. 

This event is part of our One Book, One City for Kids program.One Book, One City for Kids is funded by The Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation, and The Wege Foundation. Book Sponsors: Independent Bank & Brad and Gayl Kessel.


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ueves, 21 de mayo de 2026,, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
St. Cecilia Music Center – 24 Ransom Ave NE

Pablo Cartaya hablará sobre su proceso de escritura y responderá preguntas sobre su libro A Hero's Guide to Summer Vacation. Este evento está diseñado para clases superiores de primaria, estudiantes de educación en el hogar y miembros de la comunidad.

Este evento es parte de nuestro programa One Book, One City for Kids.

One Book, One City for Kids es financiado por la Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation, la Wege Foundation. Patrocinadores del libro: Independent Bank y la Brad and Gayle Kessel.


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St. Cecilia Music Center, 24 Ransom Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, United States

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