Smiley Stories

Join us for a fun, action-filled bilingual performance by Colombian artists Linda Gallo Bedoya and Jaime E. Riascos Villegas! 🌟

Sharing “short stories for short legs,” Linda and Jaime will bring us delightful tales from the Latin American oral tradition—a participatory experience that will be enjoyable for both children and adults!

About the Storytellers:

Born in Colombia, Linda and Jaime of Smiley Stories are recognized as some of the best storytellers in Latin America, receiving special acknowledgment from their country’s Ministry of Culture. Their performances have been showcased at international theater festivals from Spain to Argentina, earning awards and recognition in several countries. They have conducted workshops, presentations, and conferences at prestigious universities including Stanford, Berkeley, UCLA, Dartmouth, and Cornell.

This free event received funding support from the Friends of the Menlo Park Library.

📍 Location: Belle Haven Library, 100 Terminal Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025-1246, United States
🗓️ Date: Sunday, August 09, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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