Hispanic Heritage Month / Programas del mes de la Herencia Hispanica

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15-October 15 to give recognition to the Hispanic and Latino history and culture, as well as the many contributions made to United States history and culture by the Hispanic American communities. This year’s theme is “Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future.” Join us this year at one of our many events taking place in September and October. And stay tuned for our fun library challenge that will be announced on September 15!

Adult Events / Para Mayores

Tile Art Workshop (Tuesday, September 16 | 6 p.m.) / Taller de cerámica en azulejos (Martes 6 de septiembre a las 6pm)
Register here – adults and teens welcome. Bilingual.
Bilingüe. Los adolescentes también pueden asistir.

Hispanic Genealogy Workshop (Monday, September 22 | 6 p.m.) / Taller de genealogía en español (Lunes 22 de septiembre a las 6pm)
Register here. Offered in English.
En inglés.

Tuesdays at Two Book Discussion @ The Town Branch: The Great Divide by Cristina Henríquez (Tuesday, September 30 | 2 p.m.) / Martes a las dos: Charla sobre libros @ La Rama del Pueblo: La Gran División de Cristina Henríquez Martes (30 de septiembre a las 2pm) Join Patty Sussmann for a lively book discussion of The Great Divide by Christina Henriquez.  The Great Divide is  “a novel about the construction of the Panama Canal, following the intersecting lives of the local families fighting to protect their homeland, the West Indian laborers recruited to dig the waterway, and the white Americans who gained profit and glory for themselves”– Provided by publisher.
Copies of the book will be available at the South Plank Branch after 08/26. Newburgh cardholders can also get the ebook or audiobook through Hoopla.
Offered in English.
En inglés.

Latino Literature: A Brief History (Wednesday, October 1 | 6pm) / Literatura Latina: Una breve Historia (Miércoles 1 de octubre a las 6pm) Register here / Inscríbete aquí.
Presented by Dr. Adolfo Bejar Lara. Bilingual. Discover the powerful voices and stories that have shaped Latino literature—from early expressions of identity to modern works of resilience and culture. Join us for a lively overview and celebration of this rich literary tradition. Win vouchers for the Friends of the Library Book Sale or books by Latino authors.

Descubre las poderosas voces e historias que han dado forma a la literatura latina, desde las primeras expresiones de identidad hasta las obras modernas de resistencia y cultura. Únete a nosotros para un vistazo general y celebración de esta rica tradición literaria. Gane cupones para la venta de libros de los Amigos de la Biblioteca o libros de autores latinos.

Vampires of El Norte Book Club (Wednesday, October 8 | 6:30pm) / Club de lectura Vampiros del Norte (Miércoles 8 de octubre a las 6:30pm)
Offered in English. Join us this month as we read “Vampires of El Norte” by Isabel Cañas. Copies will be available to pick up at the main library as well as digitally on Libby. Questions? Please email Taylor: tbeach@rcls.org. Registration is not required, but you can register for a reminder email.
En inglés.

Creando una fiesta: ¡Crea tu propia piñata! (Sábado 11 de octubre a la 1 de la tarde) / Creating a Celebration: Make Your Own Piñata (Saturday, October 11 | 1pm)
En español. Offered in Spanish.

The History of the Guitar with Maestro Soler (Saturday, October 11 | 3pm) / La Aventura de la guitarra con el Maestro Soler (Sábado 11 de octubre a las 3pm) Register here / Inscríbete aquí.
Bilingual. Bilingüe. Join Maestro Soler, the Cultural Ambassador of LACIA, for a performance of classic works by composers from Spain and Latin America and a presentation on the history of the Spanish guitar. Acompáñenme con el Maestro Soler, Embajador Cultural de LACIA, para disfrutar de una interpretación de obras clásicas de compositores de España y América Latina, además de una charla sobre la historia de la guitarra española.

Latin Dance Lessons with Alissa’s House of Salsa (Saturday, October 18 | 1pm) / Clases de baile latino con Alissa’s House of Salsa (Sábado 18 de octubre a la 1 de la tarde). Register here / Inscríbete aquí.
Bilingual. Bilingüe.

Youth Events / Para Chicos

Cuentos y Canciones: Bilingual Storytime (Thursday, 9/25 | 6 p.m.) Register for a reminder email / Inscríbete para recibir un correo electrónico de recordatorio aquí. – geared to ages 4-7 years old, but all are welcome.

Vamos a Celebrar! Storytime (Saturday, October 4 | 3pm) Register for a reminder email.
In English. We will enjoy a story featuring tales from Hispanic and Latin American cultures, followed by a fun game that get everyone moving and learning. We’ll finish with a hands-on craft inspired by traditional art, perfect to take home for ages 5-10.

Alfombra Sand Art (Thursday, October 9 | 6pm) / Alfombra de Arte de Arena (Jueves 9 de octubre a las 6pm) Register for a reminder email. Inscríbete para recibir un correo electrónico de recordatorio aquí. Bilingual. Bilingüe. For ages 5-10. Inspired by Guatemala alfombras, sawdust carpets, we’ll be making our own alfombras using colorful sand! ¡Inspirados por las alfombras de aserrín de Guatemala, crearemos nuestras propias alfombras con arena de colores! Para niños de 5 a 10 años.

Youth Events / Para Chicos

Family Recipe Swap (Saturday, October 4 | 12:30pm) / Intercambio de recetas de la familia (Sábado 4 de octubre a las 12:30) en inglés. In English. Come share your family recipes! Celebrate your culture and bring a copy of a treasured family recipe you’d like to share. We’ll make copies of each recipe for others to take home and try out! You’re welcome to prepare your dish and bring it in to share, but it’s not required (please label all allergens in the recipe if you do). Staff will bring a sweet treat to enjoy while we share. Children are welcome and will be able to decorate a recipe card to take home. Registration is required.

Hispanic Heritage Month Bingo Board/Tablero de bingo del Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Hand in your bingo card by October 15th to be entered into a raffle for a gift card to a local business. One bingo (3 in a row) is one entry. Complete the entire card and receive an additional entry.

Devuelve tu cartón de bingo antes del 15 de octubre para participar en el sorteo de una tarjeta de regalo para un negocio local. Un bingo (3 seguidos) equivale a una participación. Completa el cartón completo y recibe una participación adicional.

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