Embark on a journey with us to better understand yourself and others. Take time this month to celebrate and learn about the histories, contributions, and current experiences of those around you.
The stories highlighted here act as windows into other cultures and mirrors of our own experiences. Source: By Rudine Sims Bishop, The Ohio State University. "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors" originally appeared in Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom. Vo. 6, no. 3. Summer 1990.
Featured Events for Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (September)
Make Your Own Papel Picado
Sep 1st - Sep 30th | All day
Learn about the rich history of papel picado - a traditional Mexican decorative craft made by cutting elaborate designs into paper.
Ballet Folclórico Xochihua: Hispanic Heritage Month
Sep 13th | 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Enjoy a dance performance by Ballet Folclórico Xochihua celebrating Mexican folklore and traditions.If your child is ages 2-7, you or…
Featured Services for Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (September)
39th Hispanic Heritage Awards - Sept 10, 2026
This event marks the launch of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation's year-round mission focused on education, societal impact, and leadership.
Celebrating Hispanic Voices: Writing & Representation
Various authors share how family, culture, and identity fuel their writing — and why representation in storytelling matters.
Transparent Language & Culture Blogs
Led by teams of native speakers & educators, blogs provide a platform in which current events & cultural topics can be discussed.
Frida Kahlo Inspired Headband (Online Class)
Frida Kahlo inspires us through her art and her iconic flower headbands. Courtney demonstrates how to create one with custom-made flowers.
Mango Languages
Start a conversation. Or sixty. Choose from over 60 world languages including English language courses.
Featured Collections for Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (September)
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Gabriela Cámara Teaches Mexican Cooking (Online Course)
Celebrated chef Gabriela Cámara shares her approach to making Mexican food that brings people together: simple ingredients, exceptional care
Libby: Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month Picks
Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to discover new voices and celebrate powerful storytelling.
Hispanic Heritage Month (Streaming Movies)
Enjoy a curated collection of films that honor Hispanic heritage, while showcasing the richness & diversity of Hispanic stories & cultures.
Hispanic Latino Heritage Month Audios
Buenos Dias! In September we are highlighting media focusing on Hispanic Latino Heritage, history and experiences! Escucha para descubrir!
Hispanic Latino Heritage Month Films
Ahola! For September we are highlighting media that focuses on Hispanic Latino Heritage, history and experiences! ¡Escuchen y veamos!
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month with the books on this list. This list is intended for teen readers.
Celebrating Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (9/15-10/15) with these engaging reads for kids. For ages 2-14.
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Read these books written by Latino and Hispanic authors.
Pura Belpre Medal
Awarded to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator for a work of children’s literature that best celebrates the Latino cultural experience.
Hispanic Heritage Month (Comics)
Celebrate artists/works with this collection that explores the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture & traditions on Hoopla Digital.
Cuentos para niños en español (BingePass)
Estos libros, escritos principalmente para niños de kindergarten a tercer grado, son un buen comienzo para los jóvenes lectores...
Marvel Voices Comic Series
Originally starting as a podcast, Marvel Voices has expanded to comic format to highlight characters and creators of color in Marvel comics.
Américas Award
These awards commend authors, illustrators and publishers who produce quality youth lit about U.S. Latin, Caribbean, & Latinx culture.
Hispanic Heritage Month (eBooks & More)
Celebrate with digital comics, ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies, and more!
2026 Schedule of Celebrations
- February: Black History Month
- March: Women's History Month
- April: Arab American Heritage Month
- May: Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month & Jewish American Heritage Month
- June: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
- July: Disability Pride Month
- September: Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
- November: Native American Heritage Month
Sacagawea Speaks! Native American Tales & Traditions
Nov 15th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet Sacagawea, a Shoshone Native American who traveled with Lewis and Clark and her baby, Pomp, as you share in Native American stories…
Turtle Island: Native American Heritage Month
Nov 1-31st | All Day
Read about different tribes' origin stories of Turtle Island - a name used by some Indigenous peoples to refer to the story of creation.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written On The Land (Video)
Watch this 6-part docuseries (Premiering Nov. 2025) honoring the local UNESCO World Heritage site & legacy of their Indigenous builders.
Sacagawea Speaks! Native American Tales & Traditions
Nov 15th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet Sacagawea, a Shoshone Native American who traveled with Lewis and Clark and her baby, Pomp, as you share in Native American stories…
Turtle Island: Native American Heritage Month
Nov 1-31st | All Day
Read about different tribes' origin stories of Turtle Island - a name used by some Indigenous peoples to refer to the story of creation.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written On The Land (Video)
Watch this 6-part docuseries (Premiering Nov. 2025) honoring the local UNESCO World Heritage site & legacy of their Indigenous builders.
About This Initiative
The Westerville Public Library’s intention with this initiative is to reflect our diverse community, encourage acceptance, promote respect, expand understanding, amplify a wide range of voices, and energize community conversations. Suggestions for future celebrations welcome.Â
Heritage in this context is intended to encompass the people, places, and things that have been passed down from generation to generation.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
