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. 

Upcoming Events

Let’s Cross Stitch

Papel Picado

Registration Required
Friday September 19 10:30am

Fairview Shores Branch (Fairview Shores - Meeting Room 1)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Maker/DIY

Explore the Mexican craft of papel picado while learning needle and thread basics. Use these skills to create a cross-stitched papel picado-inspired design. Recommended for ages 18 and up.

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Mexican Folk Art

Registration Required
Friday September 19 4:30pm

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.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

No Registration Required
Saturday September 20 11:00am

Orlando Public Library (Library Central - First Floor)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Music, Movies, Live Performances

Celebrate Hispanic culture through art, music and dance. Enjoy a live art demonstration by artist Rafael Diez as guitarist German Collazos performs followed by a performance by México Danza Orlando.

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Family Art Adventures

Rafael Lopez

No Registration Required
Saturday September 20 11:00am

South Trail Branch (South Trail - Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning

Learn about author, illustrator and muralist Rafael Lopez, then create a masterpiece in his style. Recommended for families.

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Folklore Around the World: Hispanic Heritage

Registration Required
Wednesday September 24 4:00pm

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center (West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as we explore oral storytelling and Hispanic folklore. Then create your own Alebrijes! Recommended for kids ages 6-12 years. Registration required.

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Cantos, Cuentos y Fiesta

Part of Hispanic Heritage Month

Registration Required
Thursday September 25 10:30am

North Orange Branch (North Orange - Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Language Learning

Learn about the different ways to celebrate a Fiesta in English and Spanish! Talking strengthens brain development by teaching children about language and communication. Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Little Artists: Picasso

Registration Required
Thursday September 25 11:00am

Fairview Shores Branch (Fairview Shores - Meeting Room 1)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; Storytime

Let your imagination and little hands run wild with color and textures to create a masterpiece inspired by one of the greatest artists of the 20th century! Recommended for ages 3-5.

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Little Chef: Bean Burritos

Registration Required
Friday September 26 11:00am

Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee - Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Cooking & Food

Learn about Hispanic foods while you mash, spread and roll a delicioso Mexican inspired dish. Adult participation is required. Recommended for ages 3-5. Registration recommended.

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Crafting Culture: Guatemalan Worry Dolls

Registration Required
Friday September 26 4:30pm

Hiawassee Branch (Hiawassee - Meeting Room)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with colorful yarn, tiny dolls, and big imagination! Craft a worry doll and learn the sweet story behind this Guatemalan tradition. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Music in the Library: El Mariachi Show

No Registration Required
Saturday September 27 1:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central - First Floor)

Event Categories: Education & Learning; History, Culture, Genealogy; Music, Movies, Live Performances

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the unique sounds of El Mariachi Show. Listen as they take you on a musical journey to several Latin countries.

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