Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is a nationally recognized celebration of the contributions and achievements of Hispanic Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The library will host events in celebration of these individuals and their culture.
Hispanic heritage month
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Upcoming Events
Journey Through Peru
Senior Travel Series
Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee - Craft Studio)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning
Discover Peru through fascinating facts, delicious treats, and a relaxing hands-on craft. Recommended for adults. Registration Required.
Learn more>South Creek Branch (South Creek - Meeting Room 1)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy; Science & Math
Learn about the lives of notable Hispanic figures through crafts and activities. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Learn more>Washington Park Branch (Washington Park - Children's Area)
Event Categories: Games & Activities; Language Learning
¡Vámonos! Discover the sights, sounds, and treasures of Hispanic culture through a world of color in this bilingual program. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Learn more>South Trail Branch (South Trail - Ask at Desk)
Event Categories: Games & Activities; Language Learning
¡Vámonos! Discover the sights, sounds, and treasures of Hispanic culture through a world of color in this bilingual program. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.
Learn more>Snack Around the World
Mexico!
Eatonville Branch (Eatonville - Meeting Room)
Event Categories: Cooking & Food; History, Culture, Genealogy
Learn about a different country and try some local snacks! Food will be served at this event; please see staff concerning food allergies. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Learn more>Fairview Shores Branch (Fairview Shores - Meeting Room 1)
Event Categories: Storytime
Voyage with a swashbuckling pirate crew to the legendary City of Gold, El Dorado! We'll read stories, play games and search for treasure. Recommended for families.
Learn more>Windermere Branch (Windermere - Ask at Desk)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; History, Culture, Genealogy
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and Hispanic Heritage Month by creating your own craft honoring Mexican folk art. Recommended for families. Registration required.
Learn more>Journey to Space with Ellen Ochoa
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Eatonville Branch (Eatonville - Meeting Room)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Storytime
Celebrate Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina woman to go to space, with stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-5.
Learn more>South Trail Branch (South Trail - Meeting Room 2)
Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; History, Culture, Genealogy
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage month! Learn about folk art arpilleras from Chile and Peru and create one of your own. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Learn more>Winter Garden Branch (Winter Garden - Program Area)
Event Categories: Education & Learning; Games & Activities; History, Culture, Genealogy
Travel back to early Mexico and search an Aztec city for gold. Learn about this civilization as you gather clues to the whereabouts of Montezuma's hidden treasure. Recommended for ages 6-12.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Resource Guide
Use this guide to access books, movies, databases, and community resources celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
