Miami-Dade Public Library System

MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH!

– Enjoy free programming! –

(MIAMI – SEPTEMBER 10, 2012) – In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Miami-Dade Public Library System presents a special line-up of programs that highlight the history and cultural diversity of South Florida's extensive Hispanic community through song, storytelling and a historical documentary.

Sing and Dance Your Way to Hispanic Literature and Culture with Jody Dreher
Get up and dance as you experience all kinds of Latin Music!

Tuesday, September 11, 11 a.m. – Country Walk Branch
Thursday, September 13, 10 a.m. – Opa-locka Branch and 3:30 p.m. – Lakes of the Meadow Branch
Friday, September 21, 11 a.m. – Coral Reef Branch

Developing Successful Bilingual Stories with author Lucia Gonzalez
A workshop for professional on how to enhance bilingual literacy in schools and libraries.

Tuesday, September 18, 10 a.m. – West Dade Regional

Cuban America a documentary by Adelin Gasana
This documentary focuses on the impact of Cubans in Miami-Dade County over the past decades.

Wednesday, September 19, 7 p.m. – Miami Lakes Branch

For more Hispanic Heritage information, visit a branch near you and explore books, CDs, DVDs, databases and more or call 305.375.BOOK.

Media Contact:
Victoria Galan – Public Affairs Officer
305-375-5180
galanv@mdpls.org