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West Palm Beach Library Foundation : Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

Schools and Libraries

September 19, 2022

From: West Palm Beach Library Foundation

Celebrate with Us!

Today kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) – and all month long, there will be cultural events, lectures, dance lessons, and more, with a little something for everybody.

HHM Programs

Blog Post

Join us for music, dance, and edu-tainment all month long! There's even an opportunity to share your story and Hispanic culture via the library's podcast. For more details about our upcoming HHM programs, read the full blog post that's now up on our website.

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HHM Presentation

The Coalition of Immokalee Workers began organizing in 1993 and has since grown into an internationally recognized human rights organization. Join us to learn more about the Coalition, grassroots leadership, and how you can support justice today! 

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Banned Books Week

From September 18 – 24, we're celebrating banned books and their authors! Join us for a week of programs and discussions, including a presentation by Dr. Wendy Hinshaw from Florida Atlantic University Department of English.

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Wellness Fest

Join us on September 24 for a celebration of mind, body, and spirit including workshops, classes, and giveaways to help you be well and stay well. Enjoy yoga silent disco party, reiki meditation, and more. We're also providing free healthy snacks too.

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Upcoming Events

Music Showcase: The Lubben Brothers

Sunday, September 18 | 3:45 – 4:45 PM | In Person | Auditorium

Join local band The Lubben Brothers for an afternoon of folk and acoustic music. Triplets and high-energy acoustic musicians, The Lubben Brothers specialize in tight vocal harmonies and an eclectic blend of folk instruments involving banjo, mandolin, tin whistle, accordion, hammered dulcimer, and fiddle.

No registration required. For more information, call 561-868-7701.

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"Get That Job" Workshop

Thursday, September 22 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | In Person | Adults | Hibiscus Room

Get a free lunch voucher and a flash drive at this workshop that covers resumes, job markets, interviewing skills and more with Career Consultant Angela Wing-Allen.

Registration required.

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Conversation with an Artist: Michelle Drummond

Saturday, September 24 | 12:15 - 1:15 PM | In Person | Adult | Studio 411

Learn a new style of art from the artist herself! Join Michelle Drummond as she discusses her career and art style. Then, try it yourself as she guides you through her unique fiber art method.

Registration is required and will open on Thursday, September 1 at 10:00 AM. For more information, call 561-868-7701. 

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Basic Job and Online Assistance

Tuesday, September 27 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM | In Person | Computer Lab

Get help with basic resumes, online job applications, and using government websites (unemployment, Access Florida, etc.).

No registration is required. Seating is limited.

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