Saint Paul Public Library offers free Hispanic Heritage Celebración programming this Fall

Free events for all ages celebrate the arts, cultures, and stories of the Hispanic and Latine community in Saint Paul.

SAINT PAUL, Minn. -- Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) invites residents of all ages to join in celebrating the arts, culture, and stories of the Hispanic and Latine community that resides in Saint Paul with events at local libraries this fall.

"Saint Paul Public Library is celebrating Hispanic/Latine Heritage with music, stories, and activities for all ages,” said Karla Martinez, Library Associate at SPPL. “¡Acompañanos! Come join us! The Library is a space where everyone in our community can see themselves reflected and celebrated.”

The events are free, open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.

“Lupita Does Not Want to Sleep”: ArtStart performs a toy theater puppet show in Spanish with a fun, hands-on craft activity afterwards at George Latimer Central Library, 90 4th Street West, on Saturday, October 14, 11 a.m. - Noon

Butterfly Eco-Art workshop with Victor Yepez: All ages will enjoy crafting stunning butterflies using recyclable materials like plastic water bottles at Rondo Library, 461 Dale Street North, on Sunday, October 15, 2-4 p.m.

PUCKLLAY: Let’s Go to Play! Heart of the Beast puppeteers explores the story of Juanito’s first snowfall in Minnesota, presented in English and Spanish at Riverview Library, 1 George Street East, on Saturday, October 21, 11-11:30 a.m.

Familia Night with the Library and Neighborhood House: Local author Pamela Mercado Michelli will lead families through an interactive storytime featuring "Daniela y Mateo Viajan a Argentina" in both Spanish and English, followed by traditional Argentine music and dancing and a festive meal for families to enjoy at Neighborhood House, 179 Robie Street, St. Paul on Thursday, October 26, 5-7 p.m.

Nana and Abuela with author Monica Rojas: This beautiful bilingual story is perfect for families with young children and will include a fun craft at Rice Street Library, 1011 Rice Street, on Saturday, November 4, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Visit the calendar of events for more information.