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

Family Art Adventures

Rafael Lopez

Registration Required
Saturday September 14 2:00pm

South Trail Branch (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 with children ages 5 and up.

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Mexican Danza

Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month

No Registration Required
Sunday September 15 2:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Experience a Mexican Folkloric Dance Performance by M茅xico Danza Orlando. Enjoy traditional dances from the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa and Veracruz.

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Registration Required
Wednesday September 18 4:30pm

South Trail Branch (Meeting Room 2)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting; Education & Learning

Learn about surrealism, a cultural movement that developed in Europe. Create your own art in the style of Joan Mir贸. Develop new techniques to express yourself. Recommended for ages 6-12.

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Registration Required
Friday September 20 11:00am

Online (Virtual Room - EPD)

Event Categories: Arts & Crafting

Learn the basics of sketching through use of simple art techniques and observing the world around you. Materials: All you need is a #2 pencil, colored pencils, paper, and paper towel.

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Music in the Library: La Calle Band

Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month

No Registration Required
Saturday September 21 11:00am

Orlando Public Library (Library Central)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

The Latin/Pop band, La Calle Band delivers the quintessential Latin street party a seamless blend of music and dance. The energetic, up-tempo music is always sure to get a crowd moving.

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No Registration Required
Sunday September 22 2:00pm

Alafaya Branch (Alafaya - Back of Branch)

Event Categories: Music, Movies, Live Performances

Experience a Mexican Folkloric Dance Performance by M茅xico Danza Orlando. Enjoy traditional dances from the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa and Veracruz.

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No Registration Required
Saturday September 28 1:00pm

Orlando Public Library (Library Central)

Event Categories: 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 some of the Latin countries.

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