Posted by: Hispanic Heritage Month takes place Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 and there’s always plenty of events celebrating that at Miami-Dade Public Library branches.
Here’s what’s happening:
Fri. and Sat.: 9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Mon.-Thurs.: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
West Kendall Regional Library
Enjoy creating a traditional Mexican decorative craft. Create a banner made out of paper panels cut with unique designs. These decorations are used for any celebration and are often used to decorate your home. Materials will be provided. For more information, please contact the library at 305-385-7135 or lopezp@mdpls.org. Ages 12 yrs.+
Fri., Sept. 15: 3 – 5 p.m.
Lemon City Branch
Enjoy an afternoon movie with family and friends. (95 mins.). For more information, please contact the branch at 305-757-0662 or hallj@mdpls.org. All ages.
Fri., Sept. 15: 4 – 5 p.m.
Tamiami Branch
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with special stories, songs, crafts and more! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-223-4758 or connorsa@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sat., Sept. 16: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Virrick Park Branch
¡Loteria! Grab a board and see if your figura comes up in this friendly and educational game made popular in Mexico. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-7872 or castrod@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+
Sat., Sept. 16: 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Arcola Lakes Branch
Amigos y amigas! Let’s party away the afternoon with enriching bilingual stories, where we’ll delve into history, culture, music, and traditions to honor Hispanic Heritage Month. You’ll even get the chance to learn how to design your very own piñata! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sat., Sept. 16: 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Kendale Lakes Branch
Enjoy a celebration of Hispanic culture presented by the Miami-Dade Public Library System Story Troupe. Join us for interactive stories, songs, crafts, and more! For more information please contact the branch at 305-388-0326 or jacobsonf@mdpls.org. All ages.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special presentation by Chef Bergamino and Family. Learn about Peruvian culture and get a taste of their delicious cuisine. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Wed., Sept. 20: 5 – 6 p.m.
Arcola Lakes Branch
Wear the flag colors of the Hispanic country of your choice and learn to design the flags of some popular Hispanic tourist destinations. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-694-2707 or powellk@mdpls.org. Ages 6 – 12 yrs.
“Encanto.” (Photo/AMC Theatres)
Wed., Sept. 20: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch – Auditorium
Sit back and enjoy watching a film with the family. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sat., Sept. 23: 2- 3:30 p.m.
South Dade Regional
Enjoy a celebration of Hispanic culture presented by the Miami-Dade Public Library System Story Troupe. Join us for interactive stories, songs, crafts, and more! For more information please contact the branch at 305-233-8140 or crespim@mdpls.org. All ages.
Wed., Sept. 27: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch – Auditorium
Sit back and enjoy watching a film with the family. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org.
Fri., Sept. 29: 3 – 5 p.m.
Lemon City Branch
Enjoy an afternoon movie with family and friends. (95 minutes). For more information, please contact the branch at 305-757-0662 or hallj@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sat., Sept. 30: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Miami Beach Regional
Join in the celebration by making musical crafts! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 5 – 12 yrs.
Sat., Sept. 30: 3 – 5 p.m.
Miami Beach Regional – Auditorium
Join us for a free film screening in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. A boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his lofty ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors (109 min.). For more information, please contact the branch at 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 13 yrs.+
Wed., Oct. 4: 11:00 a.m. – noon
Sunny Isles Beach Branch
With the help of her adorable puppets, magic and music, Marci Poppins teaches lessons in history, reminding her young audience to be proud of their heritage. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-682-0726 or vazquezh@mdpls.org. Ages 3 – 10 yrs.
Thurs., Oct. 5: 11:00 a.m. – noon
Sunset Branch
Enjoy stories, songs, and activities for the entire family in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-270-6368 or duartel@mdpls.org. All ages.
Sat., Oct. 7: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
West Flagler Branch
With the help of her adorable puppets, magic and music, Marci Poppins teaches lessons in history, reminding her young audience to be proud of their heritage. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-442-8710 or muniasm@mdpls.org. Ages 3 – 10 yrs.
Tues., Oct. 10: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Miami Springs Branch
Enjoy a celebration of Hispanic culture presented by the Miami-Dade Public Library System Story Troupe. Join us for interactive stories, songs, crafts, and more! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-805-3811 or mayerr@mdpls.org. All ages.
Wed., Oct. 11: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch – Auditorium
Sit back and enjoy watching a film with the family. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-931-5512 or lefrakp@mdpls.org.
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When
Weekly on Friday and Saturday @ 9:30 am-6:00 pm (September 15, 2023 - October 14, 2023)
What
Papel Picado Craft – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
West Kendall Regional Library
Cost
FREE
When
Weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday @ 9:30 am-8:00 pm (September 18, 2023 - October 13, 2023)
What
Papel Picado Craft – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
West Kendall Regional Library
Cost
FREE
When
September 23, 2023 @ 2:00 pm-3:30 pm
What
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Where
South Dade Regional Library
Cost
FREE
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September 27, 2023 @ 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
What
Family Movie Night: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Where
Aventura Public Library
Cost
FREE
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September 29, 2023 @ 3:00 pm-5:00 pm
What
Friday Movie Matinee: Ferdinand
Where
Lemon City Library
Cost
FREE
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September 30, 2023 @ 10:30 am-11:30 am
What
Hispanic Heritage Musical Crafts Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
Sunny Isles Branch Library
Cost
FREE
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September 30, 2023 @ 3:00 pm-5:00 pm
What
Coco – Hispanic Heritage Month Movie
Where
Miami Beach Regional Library
Cost
FREE
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October 4, 2023 @ 11:00 am-12:00 pm
What
Marci Poppins Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
Sunny Isles Branch Library
Cost
FREE
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October 5, 2023 @ 11:00 am-12:00 pm
What
Family Storytime – Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
West Flagler Branch Library
Cost
FREE
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October 7, 2023 @ 1:30 pm-2:30 pm
What
Marci Poppins Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
West Flagler Branch Library
Cost
FREE
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October 10, 2023 @ 6:30 pm-7:30 pm
What
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Where
Miami Springs Branch Library
Cost
FREE
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October 11, 2023 @ 5:30 pm-7:30 pm
What
Family Movie Night: Coco – Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Where
Aventura Public Library
Cost
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