We are thrilled to be apart of a momentous literary event! Join us as we celebrate the power of Filipino American storytelling at the grand book launch event for The Kuwento Book: An Anthology of Filipino Stories + Poems and The Leaving A Legacy Program by Kuwento Co.
Event Details
This extraordinary event is co-sponsored by LEAD Filipino and in partnership with Pilipino Workers Center of Southern California. We share a common vision of empowering Filipino voices and preserving our rich cultural legacy.
🗓 **Date**: Saturday, August 12, 2023
⏰ **Time**: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PST
📍 **Location**: Larry Itliong Village, 159 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Be a part of history as we gather at Larry Itliong Village, located in the heart of Los Angeles Historic Filipinotown, to honor our Filipino heritage through the art of storytelling.
Event Highlights
Meet & Greet with Kuwento Co. Founder + CEO, Dr. Pat Lindsay “Pinky” C. Catalla-Buscaino, and esteemed contributing authors. Engage in an exclusive book talk, where the contributing authors will share their insights into the compelling narratives within *The Kuwento Book*.- Connect with fellow book lovers, literature enthusiasts, and advocates of Filipino American heritage.- Enjoy light refreshments amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Larry Itliong Village.
Admission is FREE, but seating is limited. Secure your spot at this unforgettable literary celebration by RSVPing through this link: https://bit.ly/RSVPSoCal
About Kuwento Co.
Kuwento Co. is a distinguished publishing company with a mission to empower individuals to write, tell, and publish their life stories, kuwentos. Through their work, they amplify authentic voices, inspire others to share their experiences, and preserve our heritage for future generations. To explore their upcoming events and The Kuwento Book tour schedule, visit www.KuwentoCo.com and follow @KuwentoCo on social media platforms.
About The Kuwento Book
It’s Kuwento Time…with 28 Filipina/x/o authors who share their truth about life, loss, love, family, fears, hopes, and dreams in the debut of 17 inspiring poems and 16 personal stories. This groundbreaking collection of powerful stories and poems is written by accomplished Filipina/x/o community writers, storytellers, artists, and leaders. Within these pages, the authors unpack the realities of being Filipina/x/o and express their truth about love and loss, family and community, dreams and fears, and self-discovery. All readers of every age will connect and contemplate upon these experiences–being moved to laugh, cry, and root for them within these pages.
We believe that this event will not only be a celebration of our shared heritage but also a platform for connecting with our community and embracing our cultural pride.
We wholeheartedly invite you to be part of this extraordinary literary journey, and we are excited to welcome you at the book launch event.
For media inquiries, interviews, or speaking engagements with Dr. Pinky, please contact Kuwento Co. at (281) 939-5271 or media@kuwentoco.com.
