Celebrate by enjoying a variety of fun activities including traditional music and other cultural presentations brought to you with the support of WNPL community partners.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Celebración de la Herencia Hispana
Event Host/Location:
Warren Newport Public Library
Program Schedule:
11:00 AM - 11:05 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Join us as we celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM
Eventos Nuevo Leon presents Mayito El Charrito
A young charro’s enchanting performance of traditional songs
11:30 AM - 11:40 AM
Woodland School District 50 Presentation
A captivating performance of the traditional "De Colores" song
View Woodland District 50's colorful art displayed throughout the venue
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
Isabel Fernandez y Nelson Sosa
La Bamba musical performance with interactive audience instrumental accompaniment
12:10 PM - 12:35 PM
Latino Xpressions Dance Studio
Engage in a lively dance lesson and demonstration of salsa, cumbia, and bachata
12:35 PM - 1:00 PM
Grupo Folklorico Mexico en la Piel
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Mexican folkloric dance
Woodland District 50 and District 56 Art Display
Explore the creativity and artistic talents of WNPL school districts
Art can be viewed at the end of the show
Dandelion Gallery & Studio
Unleash your inner artist with an interactive art activity by local artist Deanna Cruz
United Way of Lake County
Encourage cultural literacy with free children’s books based on Hispanic culture
(while supplies last)
Hispanic Heritage Gift Bags
Provided by:
Brushwood Center
Birth to Five Illinois
National Youth Advocate Program
HACES
Gift bags include activity books, fun treats, and a traditional folk art take n’ make kit
Free gift bags and books will be provided at the end of the show
(while supplies last)
Let's celebrate! Drop in anytime during the event for a variety of fun activities! Receive a free goody-bag with a book, while supplies last.
¡Vamos a celebrar!¡Venga en cualquier momento durante el evento y disfrute de una variedad de actividades divertidas! Reciba una bolsa de obsequios gratis con un libro, cantidades limitadas.
OPEN TO ALL. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
TODOS BIENVENIDOS. NO ES NECESARIO EL REGISTRO.
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Preschool | Family | Children | All Ages | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | En Español |
Founded in 1973, the award-winning Warren-Newport Public Library serves a population of approximately 60,000 within a 55-square mile area. The library offers books, movies, and music in the collections and engaging programs for all ages. WNPL also provides many educational and entertaining online resources, including ebooks, eaudiobooks, streaming media and research databases.
