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Aloe Vera’s Special Gift: A Bilingual Storytime with Jeanette Gil

Local Author Series| Hispanic Heritage Month

2026-09-19 11:00:00 2026-09-19 12:00:00 America/New_York Aloe Vera’s Special Gift: A Bilingual Storytime with Jeanette Gil Join local author Jeanette Gil for a special bilingual storytime featuring her award-winning picture book, "Aloe Vera’s Special Gift" /" El regalo especial de Áloe Vera," in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Children will enjoy an interactive reading, conversation about discovering their own special gifts, and a fun Aloe-themed activity. A book signing will follow the program. For information, contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or Zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 years+. Shenandoah Branch -

Saturday, September 19
11:00am - 12:00pm

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Join local author Jeanette Gil for a special bilingual storytime featuring her award-winning picture book, "Aloe Vera’s Special Gift" /" El regalo especial de Áloe Vera," in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Children will enjoy an interactive reading, conversation about discovering their own special gifts, and a fun Aloe-themed activity. A book signing will follow the program. For information, contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or Zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 years+.

Author's biography

Jeanette Gil is an award-winning children’s author, educator, and doctoral candidate in Applied Learning Sciences at the University of Miami. Affectionately known as “Gigi,” she creates stories and learning experiences that encourage children to discover their unique gifts, build confidence, and feel seen, heard, and valued.

Her award-winning picture book, Aloe Vera’s Special Gift, is a heartwarming story of growth, identity, and discovering that what makes us different may become our greatest gift. The book is now available in both English and Spanish. Jeanette is also the founder of Zun Zun Press and creator of the GIGI Method™.

AGE GROUP: | Early Childhood (0-5) | Children (6-11) |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Author Event |

TAGS: | Local Author Series | Hispanic Heritage Month |

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Aloe Vera’s Special Gift: A Bilingual Storytime with Jeanette Gil - Local Author Series| Hispanic Heritage Month
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join local author Jeanette Gil for a special bilingual storytime featuring her award-winning picture book, "Aloe Vera’s Special Gift" /" El regalo especial de Áloe Vera," in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Children will enjoy an interactive reading, conversation about discovering their own special gifts, and a fun Aloe-themed activity. A book signing will follow the program. For information, contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or Zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 years+.
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Put on your pajamas, cuddle up with your favorite stuffed toy and join us for relaxing and cozy stories to wind down the day. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
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Put on your pajamas, cuddle up with your favorite stuffed toy and join us for relaxing and cozy stories to wind down the day. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
BINGO Night for kids!
Tue, Sep 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
How do you spell fun? B-I-N-G-O! Have a fun time with your friends & neighbors playing this classic game. For more information, please contact 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 6-12 yrs.
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Sat, Oct 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Put on your pajamas, cuddle up with your favorite stuffed toy and join us for relaxing and cozy stories to wind down the day. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 5 yrs.
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Tue, Oct 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
How do you spell fun? B-I-N-G-O! Have a fun time with your friends & neighbors playing this classic game. For more information, please contact 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 6-12 yrs.
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Sat, Oct 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Sat, Oct 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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