| County Library Events |
September 1 - October 15 |
Hispanic Heritage Display
A special collection of books and other unique pieces celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Hispanic Americans will be on display. These displays will be in the Teen Area, the Children's Area and at the Information Desk. |
Duarte Library
1301 Buena Vista St.
Duarte, CA 91010
(626) 358-1865 |
September 15, 12 & 19
11:00 a.m. |
Piñata Art Making
Join the fun and let your creative juices flow. Young teens are invited to come to the library to help make a piñata. The Huntington Park Library will be entering the Piñata Contest at this year's Sabor de Mexico Lindo festival in October. For information contact, Yolanda Alaniz, Youth Services Librarian. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Monday, September 14
6:30 p.m. |
Mariachi Cielo Nuevo
Huntington Park Library Hispanic Heritage month activities begin with a grand performance by Mariachi Cielo Nuevo. The group is comprised of elementary school students from Middleton Street School located in the City of Huntington Park. Listen to sweet voices and music by these very talented young people. For information contact Yolanda Alaniz, Youth Services Librarian. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Tuesday, September 15
6:30 p.m. |
Fiesta in Mexico
A Celebration of Mexican Culture and Dance Starring Alina Mendez and her Folklorico Dancers. |
Montebello Library
1550 W. Beverly Blvd.
Montebello, CA 90640
(323) 722-6551 |
Wednesday, September 16
4:30 p.m. |
Folktales & Art
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with folktales and a very special art activity. The entire family is welcome! |
City Terrace Library
4025 E. City Terrace Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90063
(323) 261-0295 |
Wednesday, September 16
6:30 p.m. |
Mariachi Magic Show
In celebration of
Hispanic Heritage Month,
Sunkist Library will host a
night of fun and magic. |
Sunkist Library
840 N. Puente Ave.
La Puente, CA 91746
(626) 960-2707 |
Saturday, September 19
2:00 p.m. |
San Gabriel Ballet Folklorico
Enjoy the pounding rhythms of the San Gabriel Ballet Folklorico. This colorful, dynamic group will appear at the San Gabriel Library. A great performance for the entire family |
San Gabriel Library
500 S. Del Mar Ave.
San Gabriel, CA 91776
(626) 287-0761 |
Saturday, September 19
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Ancient Mexican Sounds & Songs of My Ancestors
Come and join us for a musical celebration! Performance by musician Martin Espino. |
Avalon Library
215 Sumner Ave.
Avalon, CA 90704
(310) 510-1050 |
Saturday, September 19
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
Flamenco Dancer
Spanish classical and flamenco dancer, Susana Elena, accompanied by a solo guitarist who introduces the audience to classics composed for the Spanish guitar. |
Montebello Library
1550 W. Beverly Blvd.
Montebello, CA 90640
(323) 722-6551 |
Wednesday, September 23
4:30 p.m.
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Hispanic Heritage Program
Participants will learn about our important Hispanic Heritage through stories, games, songs, and refreshments, all highlighting traditions of local Hispanic culture. All ages are welcome.
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Live Oak Library
4153-55 E. Live Oak Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 446-8803 |
Saturday, September 26
3:00 p.m. |
Fiesta in Mexico
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with award winning dance teacher Alina Mendez, who will take you on a thrilling journey to Mexico through stories, songs, and dances. Everyone is welcome to this interactive program. |
Norwood Library
4550 N. Peck Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 443-3147 |
Saturday, September 26
3:00 p.m. |
Latin American Music Concert
Pianist/Musician Enedina Boza to perform.
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Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Monday, September 28
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Newhall Book Club
Newhall Book Club will read The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, a novel by Junot Diaz. The Book Club will meet at Egg Plantation, 24415 Walnut Street, Newhall, CA 91321. |
Newhall Library
22704 W. Ninth St.
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
(661) 259-0750 |
Wednesday, September 23
12:30 p.m. |
Preschool Storytime
Guest reader, Ana Diaz, will share Spanish language books and stories. |
Castaic Library
27971 Sloan Canyon Rd.
Castaic, CA 91384
(661) 257-7410 |
Wednesday, September 23
4:00 pm. |
Piñata Decorating
A celebration is not a celebration without a piñata! Come and decorate piñatas in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. All ages are welcomed to participate. |
San Fernando Library
217 N. Maclay Ave.
San Fernando, CA 91340
(818) 365-6928
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Saturday, October 3
3:00 p.m. |
Latin Dance influence in the United States
Presentation/discussion on Latin Dance influence in the United States, “Influencia de la danza Latinoamericana en la cultura Estadounidense,” with Prof. Jose I. Miranda. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Tuesday, October 6
6:30 p.m. |
Young Adult Book Presentation
“Mica Chueca: Novela en cuentos para la plebada inmigrante,” Young Adult Book Presentation with author/journalist P.J. Sáinz. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Saturday, October 10
3:00 p.m. |
Spanish Art
Lecture/Discussion on the seminal Diego Velazquez painting masterpiece, “Las Meninas,” with artist/scholar Angel Marrero. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Saturday, October 10
2:00 p.m. |
Danza Azteca Xochipilli
The dance group Danza Azteca Xochipilli present the traditions of the Aztec people through music, stories and dance. They play authentic wind and percussion instruments. |
La Mirada Library
13800 La Mirada Blvd.
La Mirada, CA 90638
(562) 943-0277 |
Saturday, October 17
2:00 p.m. |
Art Exhibition
Art Exhibition and Discussion by renowned artist/attorney Herman Sillas. |
Huntington Park Library
6518 Miles Ave.
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 583-1461 |
Wednesday, October 14
5:00 p.m. |
Mariachi Magic Show
A presentation by Rafael & Katia. |
Baldwin Park Library
4181 Baldwin Park Blvd.
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 962-6947 |
Monday, October 19
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Georgia Baker's Fun Sing 'n' Clap Along
Join songstress, storyteller, Georgia Baker for a rollicking Sing 'n' Clap Along.
Many of the songs will be bilingual, Spanish-English in observance of Hispanic Heritage month. Ages: 3+. Admission is free. Call the Children's department for further information.
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Lancaster Regional Library
601 W. Lancaster Blvd.
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 948-5029 |
