From September 15 to October 15, the Free Library observes Hispanic Heritage Month, inviting all to come together and connect through an appreciation of Hispanic history and culture. This year, the Library's Hispanic Heritage Month theme is From Roots to Stories, We Are One Fabric / De Raíces a Historias, Somos un Tejido, uplifting the power of community in our diversely interwoven city.

Come learn and explore as we share our best recipes, swap songs, and knit ourselves tighter into the fabric of the world. This month will highlight the importance of song and storytelling, craft circles, and dance. 

View the Library's full Hispanic Heritage Month calendar online, and find a selection of our events for all ages below:

• Meet Author John Parra - This Moment is Special: A Día De Muertos Story | Saturday, September 20 at 12:00 p.m. → South Philadelphia Library
• Sofrito Heritage | Monday, September 22 at 3:15 p.m. → Dwight Evans Library of West Oak Lane
• Hispanic Heritage for Teens: Create Your Own Vejigante! | Wednesday, September 24 at 3:30 p.m. → Field Teen Center at Parkway Central Library
• Community Quilt Circle | Thursday, September 25 at 2:30 p.m. → Lillian Marrero Library
• Let's Go to Mexico with the Geography Lady! | Monday, September 29 at 3:30 p.m. → Wyoming Library
• Fiesta Latina | Tuesday, September 30 at 5:00 p.m. → Tacony Library
• Latin DJ Dance Fiesta | Wednesday, October 1 at 5:30 p.m. → Parkway Central Library
• Alyssa Reynoso-Morris Author Visit and Storytime | Tuesday, October 7 at 4:00 p.m. → Bustleton Library
• Canticuentos: Spanish Songs and Stories | Saturday, October 4 at 10:30 a.m. → Kingsessing Library

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from the Free Library!