Each year since 1988, National Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The following events and services hosted by the City of Richardson are opportunities to take part:
- Library
- Works by Hispanic-American authors, scientists, artists and innovators will be highlighted in a first-floor display case and on Darbey’s StoryWalk® outside of the Library.
- Pronunciator, a digital tool for language learning, and online Learning Express Library classes in English and Spanish, are available for free.
- Books, magazines and audiobooks in Spanish are available in both the adult and youth services sections.
Contact: 972-744-4350
Website: www.cor.net/library
- Parks & Recreation
- Spanish instruction for children is available at both Heights and Huffhines Recreation Centers.
Contact: 972-744-7850 (Heights), 972-744-7881 (Huffhines)
Website: www.cor.net/parksonline
- Senior Center
- Classes for both English and Spanish learners of various skill levels are offered.
Contact: 972-744-7800
Website: www.cor.net/seniorcenter
- Police Department
- Spanish Facebook page
- The UNIDOS program, with events and information sessions to help the Hispanic and Latino community be informed and engaged
Contact: 972-744-4765
Website: www.facebook.com/richardsonpdespanol
Website: www.cor.net/unidos
