The Second Century - The Newark Public Library

Hispanic Heritage celebration

The Library's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month includes programming an an exhibition. Había una vez y dos son tres: Hispanic Children's Literature in the U.S., which was curated by Library staff member Ina Rimpau, will be installed through November 18 in the Main Library's second-floor gallery. The exhibition focuses on materials published for Hispanic youth in the United States and includes books, photographs, original prints and posters.

Throughout the celebration a variety of free cultural programs will be presented:

A “Meet the Author” program for children, and an arts and crafts workshop at which youngsters will design and make their own piñatas,
A screening of short films written and produced by local students,
A panel discussion and public forum on the civil disturbances in Newark's Puerto Rican community in 1974,
A Spanish-language parenting workshop,
An Andean music program for children and parents, and special Hooray for Children programs,
An ongoing Spanish-language discussion group covering a variety of topics.

A Community Development Block Grant/HUD and the New Jersey Council for the Humanities have provided funding for this festive celebration.

Exhibition: Había una vez y dos son tres: Hispanic Children’s Literature in the United States, an exhibition curated by Ina Rimpau.
2^nd Floor Gallery
Through November 18

S E P T E M B E R

21“Conversations for the New Millennium.” Join an informal Spanish-language roundtable discussion on a variety of themes; moderated by a volunteer from the Asociación Americana de Estudios Culturales Universales, Inc. Sala Hispanoamericana; 6pm

25 Kids Meet the Author series presents A New Place to Call Home. He came to a cold and uncertain New York from a warm Caribbean island; her family fled a war in China and opened a general store in Guatemala City. Meet these two new children’s authors; hear them read their stories and chat about their lives. Centennial Hall; 2pm

O C T O B E R

2 Arts & crafts workshop. Children will design and make their own small piñatas. Limited seating. Come early! Auditorium; 2pm

5, 19“Conversations for the New Millennium.” Join an informal Spanish-language roundtable discussion on a variety of themes; moderated by a volunteer from the Asociación Americana de Estudios Culturales Universales, Inc. Sala Hispanoamericana; 6pm

9 “The World According to Youth: Newark and New York Latinos Making Movies.” View a screening of a series of short films written and produced by area junior high and high school students. Commentary by Louis Perego, Director of Skyline Communities, Inc. Auditorium; 2pm

14 “Twenty-five Years Later: A Look at The Newark Puerto Rican Civil Disturbances of 1974.” A panel presentation and public forum on the events of Labor Day week, 1974, in Newark. Co-sponsored by the Commission on Unity and the Newark Public Schools. Centennial Hall; 5:30pm

21 “Bridging the gap between parents and children.” Spanish-language parenting workshop focusing on developing effective communication skills and setting common goals. Auditorium; 6pm

23Hooray for Children program: Storyteller Mary Rachel Platt presents “eerie” tales and stories from various Hispanic lands and cultures. Auditorium; 2pm

N O V E M B E R

6 Traditional Music from the Andes. Pepe Santana, Ecuadorian-born musician, folklorist, and instrument maker, explores the culture of the Andean people through music. A program ideal for children and parents alike. Centennial Hall; 2pm

16 “Conversations for the New Millennium.” Join an informal Spanish-language roundtable discussion on a variety of themes; moderated by a volunteer from the Asociación Americana de Estudios Culturales Universales, Inc. Sala Hispanoamericana; 6pm

20 Hooray for Children program: Award-winning singer-songwriter Patricia Shih blends the flavors of folk music, rock, blues, and rap in a multicultural family concert. Auditorium; 2pm

D E C E M B E R

7, 21 “Conversations for the New Millennium.” Join an informal Spanish-language roundtable discussion on a variety of themes; moderated by a volunteer from the Asociación Americana de Estudios Culturales Universales, Inc. Sala Hispanoamericana; 6pm


Volume 10 Number 3, Fall 1999