Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 through October 15 to highlight the achievements of Hispanic Americans and recognize their contributions to our nation. The Miami-Dade Public Library System is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of programs and events for all ages, recommended reads, highlighted resources and much more!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our September staff picks, featuring family, community, culture and music.
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By Emma Otheguy
Illustrated by Sara Palacios
A lively story about Martina, a girl who retreats into her imagination when her tías overwhelm her with music and laughter, only to discover the joy of sharing stories.
By Jolene & Dakota Gutiérrez
Illustrated by Mirelle Ortega
A girl finds her courage performing with her family’s mariachi band, in a heartwarming tale of music, heritage, and stepping out of your comfort zone.
By Monica Brown
Illustrated by John Parra
A bilingual story inspired by Colombia’s traveling donkey library, showing how books transform the life of a young girl in a rural village.
By Karol Hernández
Illustrated by Lorena Alvarez Gómez
A colorful Colombian bus, La Chiva, carries her community through the Andes, celebrating resilience, teamwork, and the joy of everyday journeys.
With courses in over 70 languages, you can learn about the rich culture of Latin America and start speaking Spanish or brush up on your English skills.
Dive into the rich history of influential Hispanic and Latin figures who have made a significant impact in world history with World Book Online.
Keep up with breaking news coverage and journalism in Spanish with online access to El Nuevo Herald, featuring historical archives dating back to the early 1900s.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by exploring a curated selection of incredible music that showcases hit songs from Latin America and beyond with Freegal Music.
Do you have a cherished family heirloom, photographs from a bygone era, or personal letters, memorabilia or objects that can help tell the story of our community? Become a part of history and consider contributing to the Miami-Dade Public Library System Digital Collections' Community Memory Project.
