Join the City of Pembroke Pines and The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery for the opening reception of Yuyi Morales: Soñadora on Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 6 pm to 9 pm. Visitors to the Gallery will experience the enchanting world of Yuyi Morales, a six-time recipient of the prestigious Pura Belpre Award and the first Latina to receive a Caldecott honor for her book Viva Frida in 2015. The opening reception is free and open to the public and will feature music and light refreshments. No ticket is required, and parking is free. This exhibition will run through August 14. The exhibition will feature over 60 original illustrations, organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, to showcase and celebrate Morales’ journey and her vibrant storytelling.