Latinx Heritage Lotería

Complete four challenges in a row, column, diagonal or square to receive a Mexican candy goodie bag! Return your card to Bethany, Downtown, Ralph Ellison, Southern Oaks, the Village or Warr Acres libraries.


Click on a square to complete the task

LA CORONA: Check out a Spanish/Portuguese language film or TV Shows EL SOLDADO:  Check out a Latinx biography. EL PARAGUAS:  Watch a Spanish/Portuguese language program on Kanopy EL MUSICO: Listen to a Latinx album on CD or hoopla.
LA RANA: Check out a bilingual kids’ book. LA MANO: Make a Guatemalan worry doll/muñeca quitapena. EL PAJARO: Listen to a Latinx audiobook (hoopla, OverDrive, physical collection). EL CORAZON:  Discover a new Latinx author using our Tailored Titles service.
EL ARBOL:  Explore Latinx culture through Tailored Skills. EL CAMARON:  Create a dish with one of our Latinx cookbooks. LA BANDERA: Check out a book on Latinx history. EL SOL:  Check out a fiction book by a Latinx author.
EL COTORRO: Complete one Spanish/Portuguese lesson on Mango languages. EL BANDOLON:  Watch Sonia De Los Santos on the Library's Facebook page. EL MUNDO:  Check out a travel guide for a Latin American or Caribbean country. LAS JARAS:  Explore the Latino American Experience database.


 

Upcoming Hispanic Latinx Heritages Month Events

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mexican Foil Art

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Midwest City Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences
Registration Required
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn a traditional Mexican folk art.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Description:

Whether you've never wielded a paintbrush before or you're an accomplished artist already, join us to learn about a new artist each month and complete a project based on their work.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Kids Cafe Hispanic Heritage Friyay

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Meeting Room 1 + 2 (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

Celebrate Friyay with Food & Fun!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sugar Skull Planters for Hispanic Heritage Month

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Description:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in this creative workshop! Teens and adults are invited to decorate sugar skull (calaveras de azúcar) inspired flower pots, honoring a vibrant tradition from Mexican culture.

Disclaimer(s)

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Button-Making Party

3:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Join us at the Ralph Ellison Library for a fun Button-Making Party on October 12th!

Get creative and design your own themed buttons! Drop by to make a few fun and festive buttons to take home or share.

Themes include:

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Dia de los Muertos DIY Photo Frame Take-Home Kit

All Day 10/14–10/20
All Ages
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

Our kit includes paint and a photo frame to decorate to use for Dia de los Muertos. Let us know if you need a photo printed and we can help!

Disclaimer(s)

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

October Creative Writing Chapbook

10/14/2025 @ 9:00am–10/31/2025 @ 6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Self-Portrait with Frida Kahlo Take-Home Kit

9:00am–9:00pm
Adults
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Onsite (The Village)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Description:

Learn more about one of Mexico's greatest artists, Frida Kahlo! Among her accomplishments, she was known for her self-portraits, full of emotion and symbolism. How would you represent yourself in a portrait?

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