Hispanic Heritage Month starts September 15th, and goes until October 15th. This month is dedicated to recognizing the contributions and influence Hispanic Americans have brought to this country, and celebrating Hispanic culture and history. There are many different ways to celebrate the Hispanic community in Madison!
Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) Hispanic Heritage Month
Live music, entertainment, and food. Those in attendance will also be able to meet the district's new superintendent, Dr. Joe Gothard, to learn about the school improvements underway. Free books will be given out courtesy of Madison Reading Project.
Sat, Sept. 7th, 10am-1pm
Centro Hispano of Dane County
Lussier Center Storywalk this month featuring the bilingual book "Zonia's Rain Forest" by Juana Martinez-Neal
Saul Flores, a Mexican-Salvadoran storyteller and activist, will join as our special guest, inspiring and uniting around the idea of grit — how developing resolve and resilience can power your purpose, help you overcome life’s challenges and align you on a path to achieve your dreams. Enjoy food, music, and dancing!
Thurs, Sept. 19th, 5-7pm
Dreambank, Madison
Watch a movie and enjoy snacks at the library! This Disney film takes place in Columbia and shows the story of a magical family with unique gifts, and a girl who realizes she may be her family's last hope when they become in danger.
Fri, Sept. 20th, 5:30pm-7:45pm
Goodman South Madison Library
Hispanic Heritage Theme Night - Forward Madison FC
Saturday, September 21 - an earlier start (5 pm) is great for kid bedtimes, and the game features special guests, a halftime parade and more at Breese Stevens Field. And the family pack special is now just $21 that includes a ticket, meal, and souvenir scarf.
Members of the University League’s Spanish Conversation Group hosts this free monthly conversation for adults with intermediate to advanced level Spanish to practice and sharpen their skills
Thurs, Sept. 26th, 7pm-8:30pm
Sequoya Library
Children’s Musician: Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Listen to a family friendly Hispanic musician perform
Thurs, Oct. 10th, 6-7pm
Madison Children’s Museum
Kids in the Rotunda, October 12 with Angela Puerta
At Overture Center with performances at 930, 11, and 1, Angela Puerta and her band band bring a unique blend of entertainment and education to young audiences by incorporating small instruments that kids can play along with during the show,
with music in English and Spanish
