Open Book Storytelling with CultureALL
Schedule
Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 am
UTC-06:00Location
1401 5th St, Coralville, IA, United States, Iowa 52241 | Coralville, IA
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Free and open to the public. Enjoy storytelling, dialogue, and authentic personal connection as we learn the stories, cultures, and experiences with fellow Iowans.Imagine a library full of stories- not written in books, but told through the lessons learned by people with real life experiences. Books are people- learn from two "Open Books" from 10:30-11:30 am.
Meet the books:
Stefanie Kaylor - Stefanie Kaylor is a Des Moines native who now works as a librarian. She attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, where she earned a BA in English and Education. She went on to UNI to earn an MA in School Library Studies. She is an avid reader and writer and publishes her own zine. She lives with her husband, her five-year-old child, a dog, and a cat. As a reader, writer, and librarian, Stefanie knows that reading and hearing stories allows us to experience lives both similar to and different from our own, see worlds we've never seen, and witness the world we know in a new light.
Mayra de Catalan - Mayra de Catalan is a solution-focused individual who is a giver. She values the time with her family and friends. Throughout her career Mayra has held titles as
Vice President of Analytics, Investor, and Director of Decision Science, but her most prized title has been that of a loving and devoted mother.
She began her career while attending Drake University. Soon after graduating with a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, Mayra became a leader in numerous roles including scoring, modeling, and analytics. Mayra also has a master’s degree in management. She has been active serving as a leader in her community. In the Des Moines area, she has served as events chair, chapter co-chair and chapter chair for several organizations. She is also the founder and president of the Marco Fagoada Scholarship and has been treasurer of several other scholarship funds. She volunteers at Cornerstone of Hope Orphanage. It makes her very happy to help our local community. She is fluent in Spanish, English, and French. She enjoys running, biking, reading, swimming, and living a healthy lifestyle. Mayra has a passion for education and helping youth.
If you are interested in becoming a PAID Open Book or CultureALL ambassador with a story or skill to share, there will be a free informational and training session at the Coralville Public Library on Saturday, April 4th. Lunch will be served. Please contact Emily to sign up.
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Where is it happening?
1401 5th St, Coralville, IA, United States, Iowa 52241Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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