Sabados en Familia at Ruiz Library

Sabados en Familia- FREE!
Saturday, May 9th at the Ruiz Branch Library (Grove Blvd)
 

Join us for a heartwarming celebration of family, heritage, and the stories that connect us across generations. Together, we'll read Alma and How She Got Her Name by Juana Martinez-Neal, and we’ll discover how a single name can carry the weight of an entire family's legacy.
 

After the bilingual story time, we'll explore the magic of photography! A picture is never just an image on paper, but a frozen moment in time, a living memory waiting to be revisited. Decorate your very own photo album, a keepsake you'll treasure for years to come, and strike a pose for a portrait by the talented Minerva Villa, who will capture your family's story in a single, beautiful frame.
 

Come ready to celebrate the family you have, honor the family who came before, and create memories that will last a lifetime!
 

Minerva Villa (she/her/ella) is a dynamic theatre director, performer, and photographer whose career reflects a deep commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and the transformative power of collaborative storytelling. With a B.F.A. in Acting from Texas Tech University (2009) and an M.Ed. in Education from the University of Illinois (2021), Minerva brings a rich background of artistic and educational experience to her work in the arts. With a keen eye for capturing individuality and fostering a sense of ease during photo sessions, Minerva ensures that every client feels valued and seen.