# Meet the Author: Reese Golchin (Pigtails and Pancakes) at Pretend City

> Event for families in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Sun, Nov 15 · 11:00 AM
- Where: Pretend City Children's Museum, 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
- Ages: Young children and families
- Price: Included in museum admission
- Organizer: Pretend City Children's Museum
- Official page: https://tickets.pretendcity.org/orders/599/calendar?eventId=67a669aa4896f201ca41a116&cart
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Local author Reese Golchin reads Pigtails and Pancakes, a story about kindness, friendship and imagination, followed by a book signing (books for sale). The 10–30 minute program is included with museum admission; space is limited, so book tickets ahead.

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