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Crafts
Serape Paper Blankets
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Saturday, September 21 @ 11:00am
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a cultural craft program where you can make a vibrant Mexican-inspired serape blanket using paper and yarn! Program recommended for ages 4-12.
Papel Picado
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Tuesday, September 24 @ 3:30pm
El Toro Library
Join us at the library and make your very own papel picado! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Teen Sugar Skull Decorating
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Tuesday, September 24 @ 4:00pm
Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as teens and tweens learn about the tradition of sugar skulls and have an opportunity to decorate their own. All materials provided, while supplies last.
Alebrije Art
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Thursday, September 26 @ 2:00pm
Cypress Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by creating and painting your very own Mexican folk art. Program recommended for children 7+.
Teens Make an Alebrije
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Thursday, September 26 @ 4:00pm
Stanton Library
Ever wanted to make a cat with colorful wings, a dragon with swirls and dots, or any animal from your imagination? Join us to sculpt and decorate Alebrijes of your own! Program recommended for ages 12-17.
Taíno Rock Painting
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Saturday, September 28 @ 11:00am
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a cultural craft program and paint Taíno-inspired designs on rocks! Program recommended for ages 4-12.
Quetzalcóatl Paper Chain
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Tuesday, October 1 @ 3:30pm
El Toro Library
Join us at the library and create your very own Quetzalcóatl paper chain! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Make a Mini Piñata
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Tuesday, October 1 @ 5:30pm
Stanton Library
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month learn how to make a mini piñata. Fun for families of all ages! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Hispanic Heritage Month Craft
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Monday, October 7 @ 3:30pm
Irvine University Park Library
Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with fun marigold and cactus crafts.
Hispanic Art Explorers
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Monday, October 7 @ 4:00pm
Stanton Library
Learn about a variety of Hispanic art styles, from traditional Peruvian weaving to Picasso and more, then explore the technique yourself! Program recommended for ages 5-12.
Box Ofrenda
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Tuesday, October 8 @ 3:30pm
El Toro Library
Join us at the library and create your very own ofrenda in a craft box! All materials provided, while supplies last.
Día de los Muertos: Nichos
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Tuesday, October 15 @ 11:00am & 1:30pm
Library of the Canyons
Older kids and adults are invited to make a shadow box celebrating someone important. Traditionally, nichos are used to remember loved ones or show off Day of the Dead art.
Programs
¡Sí Sabo! Fest: A Bilingual Celebration
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Saturday, September 14 @ 11:00am
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a fun family festival featuring crafts, games, food, and storytime by Mike Alfaro, creator of Millennial Lotería, and the Si Sabo Kids Book Series creator and co-illustrator, Gerardo Guillen.
Lotería
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Tuesday, September 17 @ 3:30pm
El Toro Library
Celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with some family fun! Join us for a special family event and play Lotería for a chance to win prizes!
Lotería
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Tuesday, September 17 @ 5:30pm
Tustin Library
Join us for an evening of fun playing Lotería, a bingo game that is over a century old, and win some prizes!
Tasty Treats: Brazilian Lemonade
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Wednesday, September 18 @ 4:00pm
Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join us as we make this delicious and tangy viral drink. A non-dairy alternative will be available.
Tortilla Cooking Demo
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Wednesday, September 18 @ 5:30pm
Tustin Library
Join us at the library for a corn tortilla cooking demonstration. Learn about the history and ingredients to make this tasty Latin table staple.
Mexican Cooking Series: Tortillas – Part I
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Tuesday, September 24 @ 5:30pm
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a Mexican cooking basics series on the fourth Tuesday of the month in September, October, and November.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
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Saturday, September 28 @ 11:00am
Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on the Lions Park lawn with stories, crafts, and a special live performance.
Fiesta de Cultura
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Monday, September 30 @ 5:30pm
Garden Grove Chapman Library
Families can enjoy a game of Lotería, get creative with culturally inspired crafts and activities, and savor delicious light refreshments!
Author Talk with Jessica Parra
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Wednesday, October 9 @ 4:00pm
Garden Grove Chapman Library
Join OC Public Libraries for an author talk with Jessica Parra, the author of books for young adults including Rubi Ramos’s Recipe for Success and The Quince Project.
Lotería
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Tuesday, October 15 @ 3:30pm
El Toro Library
Celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month with some family fun! Join us for a special family event and play Lotería for a chance to win prizes!
Mariachi Panteras
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Tuesday, October 15 @ 4:00pm
Garden Grove Tibor Rubin Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the library with a performance by Mariachi Panteras, then stay for paper crafts and a sweet treat!
Lotería
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Tuesday, October 15 @ 5:30pm
Tustin Library
Join us for an evening of fun playing Lotería, a bingo game that is over a century old, and win some prizes!
Mexican Cooking Series: Arroz Rojo – Part II
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Tuesday, October 22 @ 5:30pm
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a Mexican cooking basics series on the fourth Tuesday of the month in September, October, and November.
Mexican Cooking Series: Sopa de Fideo – Part III
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Tuesday, November 26 @ 5:30pm
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a Mexican cooking basics series on the fourth Tuesday of the month in September, October, and November.
Storytimes
Bidi Bidi Bom Bom Bilingual Spanish Storytime – Cuentos Bilingües
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Thursday, September 19 @ 10:30am
San Juan Capistrano Library
Join us for a special Selena-themed storytime and craft in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Bilingual Spanish Storytime
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Friday, September 20 @ 11:00am
Fountain Valley Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and listen to stories, songs, and fun in another language! Knowledge of language is not required, storytime will be conducted in both English and Spanish.
Cuentos Bilingües – Bilingual Storytime
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Saturday, September 21 @ 9:30am
Garden Grove Tibor Rubin Library
Join us for stories, songs, and movement in English and Spanish! Storytime to be followed by a craft.
Cuentos Bilingües – Bilingual Storytime
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Saturday, October 5 @ 9:30am
Garden Grove Tibor Rubin Library
Join us for stories, songs, and movement in English and Spanish! Storytime to be followed by a craft.