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Laredo author to present bilingual children’s book Saturday
By Mindy Casso, Juan Puente at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A local author will present her bilingual children’s book at a free public event in Downtown Laredo .Sandra Cavazos Ayala, author of Tina the Tortoise, is scheduled to appear at Casa Ortiz from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. The event is hosted by the Laredo Cultural Di...
Key takeaway Sandra Cavazos Ayala, author of Tina the Tortoise, is scheduled to appear at Casa Ortiz from 6:30 to 8 p.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The upcoming presentation of Sandra Cavazos Ayala's bilingual children's book, Tina the Tortoise, at Casa Ortiz is a testament to the city's thriving literary scene and its commitment to promoting reading and library use among its residents. As a member of the advisory library board for 18 years, Cavazos Ayala has been a long-time advocate for the importance of public libraries in Laredo, and her book is a direct reflection of this passion. The fact that the book was inspired by a turtle living at the Joe Guerra Library highlights the unique connections between the city's literary and cultural institutions. The event's inclusion of science and art activities, as well as bilingual reading, will undoubtedly make it an engaging experience for children and families, and will likely inspire a new generation of readers and library users in Laredo.
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Category: library ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A local author will present her bilingual children’s book at a free public event in Downtown Laredo.Sandra Cavazos Ayala, author of Tina the Tortoise, is scheduled to appear at Casa Ortiz from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 27. The event is hosted by the Laredo Cultural Di...
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