Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future
Every year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich history, culture and contributions of Americans citizens with ancestors who came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Join us in exploring the Hispanic and Latino experiences through free events, books and more.
Events
Cascada de Flores at Educational Park
Oct 11th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with songs, dance, and stories with traditional Mexican and Latin American songs.
Bilingual Storytime with Councilmember Campos
Oct 15th | 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for a special storytime with Councilmember Campos as we celebrate and learn about Hispanic Heritage Month through stories and songs.
Make It Mondays: Ojos de Dios
Sep 29th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Craft with us as we make colorful Ojos de Dios, or "God's Eyes", which are sacred objects that originate from Mexico.
Cascada de Flores at Educational Park
Oct 11th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with songs, dance, and stories with traditional Mexican and Latin American songs.
Bilingual Storytime with Councilmember Campos
Oct 15th | 11:30am - 12:00pm
Join us for a special storytime with Councilmember Campos as we celebrate and learn about Hispanic Heritage Month through stories and songs.
Make It Mondays: Ojos de Dios
Sep 29th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Craft with us as we make colorful Ojos de Dios, or "God's Eyes", which are sacred objects that originate from Mexico.
Hispanic Heritage Month Events
Recommended Reads
SJPL Picks : Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Stories for kids that recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.
SJPL Picks: Hispanic American Voices in YA Fiction
Explore YA fiction featuring characters told by authors identifying as Hispanic American/Latinx. Selected and curated by SJPL Librarians.
SJPL Picks: Picture Books for Hispanic Heritage Month
These stories celebrate Hispanic/Latinx characters and are all written by Hispanic/Latinx authors. Selected by SJPL Librarians.
Literatura Española e Hispanoamericana
Estas obras representan una gama diversa de géneros, incluyendo novelas, obras de teatro, poesía y ensayos, y han hecho contribuciones...
Online Resources
Estante Infinito
Instant access to Spanish-language movies, television, documentaries, and more from around the world. For children and adults.
MakeMake
Spanish language interactive picture books, comics, novels, and poetry for children and teens. Also includes access to virtual events.
LearningExpress Library: Recursos Para Hispanohablantes
Apoya a aquellos que buscan mejorar sus habilidades de lectoescritura y matemáticas; obtener un diploma equivalente a la escuela secundaria.
Britannica Escolar
Britannica Escolar es una enciclopedia en dos partes con portales para estudiantes de primaria y secundaria.
Uncover Local History
Bernal Research Files
Materials on the history of Rancho Santa Teresa and Santa Clara County pioneers, with an emphasis on the Bernal family.
Pueblo of San Jose 1841-1850
This collection includes documents about the Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe and its adjacent mission, Santa Clara de Asis, 1841 - 1850.
Frank & Mary Andrade Latino Newspaper & Achievements
This collection includes full issues of La Oferta newspaper, as well as photographs and related publications.
Los Lupeños de San José Records
Administrative records, correspondence, clippings, ephemera, and photographs related to the Mexican dance and culture performance group.
East Side Revelations - Lowriding
The California Room is putting the spotlight on the East Side with a series of blogs featuring individuals with ties to the East Side.
East Side Revelations - Our Lady of Guadalupe Church
The California Room spotlights East Side with blogs featuring individuals, businesses, and organizations with ties to the East Side.
East Side Revelations - Sofia Mendoza
spotlight on the East Side with a series of blogs featuring individuals, businesses, and community organizations with ties to the East Side.
Eastside Revelations - Art Rodriguez
The California Room is spotlighting East Side with a series of blogs featuring individuals, businesses, and community organizations.