MEDIA ADVISORY
July 10, 2024
MARTA AND GEORGIA PUBLIC
BROADCASTING TO HOST “EXPLORE YOUR CITY WITH ALMA’S WAY” COMMUNITY EVENT
ATLANTA
- The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA), in partnership with
Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB), invites families to a free community event,
"Explore Your City with Alma’s Way," on Saturday, July 13 from 10
a.m. to noon at Arts Center Station.
The
event highlights the PBS Kids animated series "Alma’s Way," created
by Sonia Manzano, known for her role as “Maria” on Sesame Street. The series
centers on 6-year-old Alma Rivera, a confident Puerto Rican girl living in the
Bronx. Alma's family, including her aunt Tía Gloria, a conductor on the 6 train,
uses public transit to explore their city.
Activities
at the Arts Center MARTA Station will include visits with local organizations,
meeting a real train operator, dancing, hands-on activities, and a book swap.
Participating organizations include Fulton County Library, Midtown Alliance,
MODA, Woodruff Arts Center, and WeOnFyre Cypher.
The
event promotes public transit ridership and tourism while continuing the legacy
of Fred Rogers, who through his show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, guided
children and young adults through decades of social-emotional learning.
Registration is required for the event at 1255 West Peachtree St., Atlanta. Register
for the event here.
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