MCPS está organizando tres conversaciones virtuales para la comunidad sobre su borrador de la Guía de recuperación de otoño de 2020: 12 de agosto de 2020 a las 6:30 p.m. para padres, estudiantes y personal 13 de agosto de 2020 a las 7 p.m. para estudiantes 18 de agosto de 2020 a las 4 p.m. […]
Join us as we welcome National Book Award Finalist Erika L. Sánchez to speak live on all things writing, creating and geek out on books and more. Erika is the author of I Am Not your Perfect Mexican Daughter. She has recently been appointed the Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz Chair in the Latin American and Latino Studies Department […]
Description Join the Boston Public Library and The Associates of the Boston Public Library for an online author talk with Jennifer De Leon about her upcoming book Don’t Ask Me Where I’m From, written when Jenn was the 2015-2016 Associates of the BPL Writer-in-Residence. In the book, first-generation American LatinX Liliana Cruz does what it takes to fit in at […]
Join us as we welcome award winning author Fred Aceves to speak live on all things writing, creating and geek out on books and more. Fred is the author of The New David Espinoza and The Closest I've Come. Speak On It is a program series connecting teens and authors virtually to have a conversation about what speaks to us and inspires […]
Join us for a Hispanic Heritage edition of Young Adult writer's Live! featuring Tehlor Kay Mejia, author of "We Set the Dark on Fire" as she talks about her book and answer your questions! This series is designed for Teens to hear from their favorite authors so be sure to tell your friends […]
¡Saludos! Esperamos que toda la familia esté bien! El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes, PTSA, y la Secundaria Montgomery Blair le invitan a “Reunión Virtual con LOS PADRES”, este sábado 10 de octubre, de 9:00 a 11:00 am. Con el Chromebook y la cuenta MCPS de su estudiante, busque el enlace en la página web […]
Seek accountability on promises made to black and brown children. In the midst of a COVID-19 pandemic, a racial reckoning and more... Where are we now? What progress has been made in Montgomery County on the pledge to better serve Black and Brown students and student from families with low incomes? Please join the […]
Cuban-American poet and author Richard Blanco discusses his new collection of poetry "How to Love a Country," his experience as a Latin American and LGBTQ+ creator, as well as the role of poetry in moments of societal change. Registration Information: Not Posted As Of 10/22/2020 About Richard Blanco Selected by President Obama as the fifth […]
Join Blair's PTSA, Grupo LOS PADRES! Montgomery Blair High School's next PTSA meeting is Tuesday, December 15, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This meeting will be led by Ms. Maria Portela, PTSA Leader of Los Padres. Los Padres is our parent outreach group for Spanish speaking families. Our meeting will be in Spanish with simultaneous English translation. […]
Known as “The Heart of the West Side,” Chicago’s Madison Street once thrived as a commercial corridor lined with businesses from downtown to the city’s western limits. But today, Madison Street and the East Garfield Park neighborhood are filled with empty lots and vacant storefronts — the devastating consequences of generations of government and private […]
NMAAHC's signature program A Seat at the Table will be returning on our virtual platform in 2021, please mark your calendars. The museum will host a thought-provoking conversation of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States. Julianne Malveaux will moderate a discussion among journalists and media producer Juleyka Lantigua-Williams, activist, author, Atlantic Racial Equity Fellow Marlon Peterson, and […]
For the first time in conversation, Sunny Hostin and Joy Reid will talk about their careers and being groundbreaking Black women in media. February 6, 2021, 8:30am-11am, Zoom Webinar Advance registration required through Eventbrite. Registration required in order to receive the Zoom Webinar link. Admission: $15, includes a signed bookplate from each speaker, a commemorative bag, and […]
A community conversation on equity will be held from 7–8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 Join Lauren Markham, author of The Faraway Brothers, and a panel of local Latino leaders, educators and students for a discussion on the challenges faced by the Latino community, and how to work together to mitigate those challenges for […]
Hispanic Outreach Group LINK TO FLYER: https://bit.ly/2Z4Y7ag Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo nuestras reuniones […]
Hispanic Outreach Group (English translation below) Panel Comunitario sobre Carreras Sábado, 20 de Febrero, a las 10:00 a.m. Presentación de tres graduadas del programa ESOL de Blair, quienes están trabajando en gobierno, farmacia, salud. Oiremos sobre sus desafíos, triunfos, y caminos profesionales. Importante: Los participantes deben escribir de tres a cinco preguntas con […]
CantoSur, a duo featuring vocalist Cecilia Esquivel and musician and guitarist Dani Cortaza, perform Brazilian music and South American folk music. Join us as they share some special performances and "edutain" us about Latin American music. As an audience member, you can ask CantoSur questions to learn more about Latin American music. Registration closes one […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo nuestras reuniones en español, pero también […]
In early 2020, the Hispanic literary community led an important national dialogue about the importance of “own voices” literature and inequities in the publishing industry. Leading and award-winning contemporary Latin American writers gather to discuss their perspectives on the importance of own voices narratives in providing representation for readers. This program offers Latino/a/x and non-Latin […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola a todos! Les invitamos a la Reunión del Grupo LOS PADRES, este Sábado 10 de Abril, de 9 a 11 am. Hablaremos sobre: - Regreso en persona a la escuela: Fases siguientes. - Escuela de Verano: Recuperar crédito, ponerse al día y adelantar clases. - Información sobre la […]
Join vocalist Edwin A. Pérez & Friends for a musical program featuring “Songs from Latin America." Learn about traditional and popular songs from Mexico, Argentina, Cuba, Puerto Rico and more. This event will be presented in Spanish & English. Dial-In Information Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://marylandlibraries.zoom.us/j/97710347075?pwd=bVRTY1QzYkM5c2FZWUpsRnFsaEdqdz09 Passcode: 056563 Or iPhone […]
Hispanic Outreach Group Hola! (English version below) El Grupo LOS PADRES de la Asociación de Padres, Maestros y Estudiantes de Blair, PTSA, y la Secundaria Blair los invita a nuestra reunión virtual. Como siempre tendremos una sesión para Preguntas y Respuestas. Todos son bienvenidos, llevamos a cabo nuestras reuniones en español, pero también […]
Join us as members of the New York City Latinx community share their experiences navigating complex immigration policy, worsening health effects, and socioeconomic challenges while serving the city as first responders, volunteers, organizers, and caregivers. This panel will build on the museum’s New York City 9-11 Collecting Initiative to highlight the stories of the Latina/o/x experience in the […]
Join Cantaré musicians and be transported to Latin America to experience the many rhythms and unique instruments from different regions, while learning about the three cultures that shaped Latin music: Indigenous, European and African. Audiences sing, play instruments and dance salsa. Please register via the link or by calling (240) 455-5451 to show interest and […]
Participants will learn about the origins of Hispanic Heritage Celebrations in this country, as well as some facts about the history of Latin dances. And be sure to bring your dancing shoes, because everyone will have a chance to try out some fun Latin dance steps—always a great way to celebrate this holiday! Presented by […]
Test your knowledge of historic Hispanic American figures and cultural contributions by joining us for Hispanic American Month Trivia! Join us in observing National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans who have ancestors deriving from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, as well as Central and South America! Join the […]
The Library and Prince George's County Office of Human Rights present "The Elephant We Don't See: A Diversity Dialogue" every last Tuesday of the month. Michelle Hamiel and Kyla Hanington discuss equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism with books as a launch point. This month's selection commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month: "In the Dream House" by Carmen […]