Programs

Words & Pictures

Words & Pictures presents acclaimed children’s authors and illustrators to readers of all ages.

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It’s going to be okay. I’ll make friends, and if I don’t, I’ll borrow books from the library.”

Kelly Yang, Front Desk

Marley Dias

October 1, 2026

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Kelly Yang

October 22, 2026

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Erin Entrada Kelly

November 12, 2026

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Elizabeth Acevedo

December 3, 2026

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Sean Qualls

February 25, 2027

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Jerry Craft

March 9, 2027

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Words & Pictures is generously supported by:

Partner

The 2026-27 Words & Pictures season is proudly sponsored by Shady Side Academy.

Upcoming Lectures

Charles O’Malley & Scott Stern

Charles O’Malley & Scott Stern

August 13

David J. Silverman

David J. Silverman

August 20

R.F. Kuang

R.F. Kuang

September 9

Ayad Akhtar

Ayad Akhtar

October 10