Let’s celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history, cultures, and contributions of Americans with Spanish, Mexican, Caribbean, Central, and South American ancestry.
What started as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 was extended to cover 30 days in 1989. U.S. Representative Esteban E. Torres of California proposed a month-long observance to honor the achievements and culture of Hispanic communities in the United States. In September 1989, President George H.W. Bush declared September 15–October 15 Hispanic Heritage Month.
Hispanic Heritage Month starts on September 15 to honor the anniversaries of the independence of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Meanwhile, Mexico, Chile, and Belize celebrate their Independence Day on September 16, September 18, and September 21.
We’re here to connect you with books and learning experiences celebrating Hispanic heritage throughout the year. You’re invited to join us at a program, explore books by Latin American and Hispanic authors, and delve into resources that highlight the achievements of Hispanic communities across the United States.
RECOMMENDED READS FOR KIDS!
EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY!
Family Concert: LiTTLE LUNAS
Saturday, September 20| 10 a.m.
Have fun with music and movement in this interactive performance presented in Spanish and English by members of the Luna Blues Machine! No registration required.
Let’s Play Lotería
Wednesday, September 24| 5:30 p.m.
Listen, match, and win prizes during this fun, fast-paced bilingual bingo-like game of loteria! Registration required.
Creation Station: Tortugas
Monday, October 13| 9:30-11 a.m. or 3-4 p.m. Saturday, October 18, 10-11 a.m.
Craft and create with us! Decorate adorable turtles made from wood. No registration required.
Lotería
Friday, September 12| 4:45 p.m. or 6 p.m.
Play Loteria, a Mexican game like bingo, using colorful cards, alongside friends and family for a chance to win fun prizes! Registration required.
Calavera Creations| Creaciones de Calaveras
Monday, September 29| 5:00 p.m.
Take part in a classic Mexican tradition and decorate your own ceramic calavera! Registration required.
Esli serves as the Youth Outreach Librarian for the Mount Prospect Library. Her role involves catering to the changing needs of the community through various means such as providing library resources, conducting outreach activities, Spanish interpretation and translations, and organizing programs like Homeschool Hangout, Bilingual Lotería, and Developmental Playgroup. Esli is committed to making library resources easily accessible to everyone in the community and strives to engage patrons and partners wherever they may be.
