The Library Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15, 2010
Norfolk, VA (September 10, 2010) Norfolk Public Library proudly recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15 with a variety of programs on the Latino experience, past and present.
Bring the entire family to celebrate these fun, FREE events that include cooking demonstrations by chefs from Plaza del Sol Restaurant (Ghent), dance demonstrations by the renowned Clave Tumbao Dance Company, concerts by guitarist Robin Domingo and friends, Latin food bonanzas, and more!
The annual observance for National Hispanic Heritage Month began in September 1968. September 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.
The Library invites you to join people all across the country in saluting the rich culture and traditions of those who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the Caribbean.
Here’s a glimpse at scheduled events. Go online for program updates to www.npl.lib.va.us.
Clave Tumbao Dance Company www.mamboroomdance.com
Members from this nationally and internationally known dance company will get you moving to the music with a Latin dance demonstration. No dance experience required; just come and enjoy the rhythm of the music! (All Ages)
Tuesday, Sept. 21
Lafayette Branch ~ 441-2842 @ 6 PM
Saturday, Sept. 25
Jordan-Newby Branch ~ 441-2843 @ 2 PM
Saturday, Oct. 2
Norfolk Main Library ~ 664-7323 @ 2 PM
Thursday, Oct. 14
Park Place Branch ~ 664-7330 @ 4 PM
Robin Domingo Y Amigos
Dressed in serapes and sombreros, guitarist Robin Domingo Y Amigos will provide a cultural mixture of Mariachi, Latin and Hispanic music. (All Ages)
Thursday, Sept. 16
Van Wyck Branch ~ 441-2844 @ 4 PM
Wednesday, Sept. 22
Larchmont Branch ~ 441-5335 @ 6 PM
Tuesday, Oct. 5
Little Creek Branch ~ 441-1751 @ 6 PM
Mexican Food Demo by Plaza Del Sol Restaurant www.mexicoinghent.com
Chefs from Plaza del Sol Restaurant in Ghent will demonstrate how to cook Mexican dishes, the likes of which your taste buds have never known! (All Ages)
Thursday, Sept. 16
Barron F. Black Branch ~ 441-5806 @ 4 PM
Saturday, Sept. 18
Pretlow Anchor Branch ~ 441-1750 @ 2 PM
Saturday, Oct. 2
Blyden Branch ~ 441-2852 @ 12 PM
Saturday, Oct. 9
Janaf Branch ~ 441-5660 @ 2 PM
Latin Food Bonanza
Come sample foods from all over Latin America. We’re exploring the culinary delights of countries like Peru, Cuba and Mexico! (Family)
Thursday, Sept. 30<br>Larchmont Branch ~ 441-5335 @ 4 PM
Friday, Oct. 1
Lafayette Branch ~ 441-2842 @ 3 PM
Special Storytimes
These special storytimes will feature books by Hispanic authors and book characters, and other surprises!
Wednesday, Sept. 1
Barron F. Black Branch ~ 441-5806 @ 10:30 AM
Thursday, Sept. 16
Norfolk Main Library ~ 664-7323 @ 11 AM (piñata)
Blyden Branch ~ 441-2852 @ 2:15 PM (piñata)
Wednesday, Sept. 29
Van Wyck Branch ~ 441-2844 @ 10:30 AM
Thursday, Sept. 30
Horace C. Downing Branch ~ 441-1968 @ 10:30 AM
Thursday, Oct. 14
Lafayette Branch ~ 441-2842 @ 3 PM
Hispanic Crafting Fiesta
We’re making handmade crafts. You bring the creativity and we’ll provide the supplies! (Preschool & School Age)
Thursday, Sept. 16 @ 3 PM
Lafayette Branch ~ 441-2842
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About Norfolk Public Library:
The Norfolk Public Library offers access to information, books, programs, and online resources to meet the needs of our diverse community for life-long learning. The library system consists of one main library, ten branch libraries, one anchor branch library, and a Bookmobile. All programs are FREE of charge. Visit www.npl.lib.va.us or call us at (757) 664-READ for more information. NPL- Creating a City of Readers.
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