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VaughanPL: Latin American and Hispanic Heritage Month

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In 2015, the province of Ontario proclaimed October to be Hispanic Heritage Month* in order to celebrate, educate, and remember of the outstanding achievements and contributions of the over 400 000 Latin American people living in Canada. Here are some materials to help you join in the celebration. *updated to Latin American Heritage month on a national level as of 2018.

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19 items

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Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo

by Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel

Book - 2016

Frida Kahlo's life and dreams are conveyed through simple story and beautiful illustrations in this biography for young people from the The Little People, Big Dreams biography series. Frida Kahlo's life and dreams are conveyed through simple story and beautiful illustrations in this biography for young people from the The Little People, Big Dreams biography series. Show less

Frida Kahlo's life and dreams are conveyed through simple story and beautiful illustrations in this biography for young people from the The Little People, Big Dreams biography series. Frida Kahlo's life and dreams are conveyed through simple story and beautiful illustrations in this biography for young people from the The Little People, Big Dreams biography series. Show less

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Love in the Time of Cholera

Love in the Time of Cholera

by García Márquez, Gabriel

Book - 1997

Written by the Nobel prize winning author of A Thousand Years of Solitude, Marquez's Love in the Time of Cholera similarly makes use of magical realism in...Show more Written by the Nobel prize winning author of A Thousand Years of Solitude, Marquez's Love in the Time of Cholera similarly makes use of magical realism in its storytelling. It was first published in Spanish in 1985 and explores the life and love of star-crossed lovers who marry other people but meet again late in life. Show less

Written by the Nobel prize winning author of A Thousand Years of Solitude, Marquez's Love in the Time of Cholera similarly makes use of magical realism in...Show more Written by the Nobel prize winning author of A Thousand Years of Solitude, Marquez's Love in the Time of Cholera similarly makes use of magical realism in its storytelling. It was first published in Spanish in 1985 and explores the life and love of star-crossed lovers who marry other people but meet again late in life. Show less

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Mexican Hooker #1

Mexican Hooker #1

And My Other Roles Since the Revolution

by Aguirre, Carmen

Book - 2016

Vancouver- based Carmen Aguirre's first book, Something Fierce, in which she recounted her experience growing up as the daughter of a Chilean revolutionar...Show more Vancouver- based Carmen Aguirre's first book, Something Fierce, in which she recounted her experience growing up as the daughter of a Chilean revolutionary, was declared the "book every Canadian should read" when it won CBC's Canada Reads book battle in 2012. This, her follow up memoir, focuses on the other struggles she has faced to confront past traumas and find a place for herself amid the many lives she has led. Show less

Vancouver- based Carmen Aguirre's first book, Something Fierce, in which she recounted her experience growing up as the daughter of a Chilean revolutionar...Show more Vancouver- based Carmen Aguirre's first book, Something Fierce, in which she recounted her experience growing up as the daughter of a Chilean revolutionary, was declared the "book every Canadian should read" when it won CBC's Canada Reads book battle in 2012. This, her follow up memoir, focuses on the other struggles she has faced to confront past traumas and find a place for herself amid the many lives she has led. Show less

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The South American Table

The South American Table

The Flavor and Soul of Authentic Home Cooking From Patagonia to Rio De Janeiro, With 450 Recipes

by Kijac, Maria Baez

Book - 2003

All over the world, food is key to culture and celebration. Join the party by trying some of the over 400 South American dishes in this cookbook. All over the world, food is key to culture and celebration. Join the party by trying some of the over 400 South American dishes in this cookbook. Show less

All over the world, food is key to culture and celebration. Join the party by trying some of the over 400 South American dishes in this cookbook. All over the world, food is key to culture and celebration. Join the party by trying some of the over 400 South American dishes in this cookbook. Show less

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And So It Goes

And So It Goes

by Valdivia, Paloma

Book - 2017

This children's story is a lyrical meditation on the cycle of life. Filled with beautiful illustrations, this poetic picture book examines the reality tha...Show more This children's story is a lyrical meditation on the cycle of life. Filled with beautiful illustrations, this poetic picture book examines the reality that "those who arrive will leave one day as well." and suggests that "those of us here are just here. And so we'd best enjoy ourselves." Show less

This children's story is a lyrical meditation on the cycle of life. Filled with beautiful illustrations, this poetic picture book examines the reality tha...Show more This children's story is a lyrical meditation on the cycle of life. Filled with beautiful illustrations, this poetic picture book examines the reality that "those who arrive will leave one day as well." and suggests that "those of us here are just here. And so we'd best enjoy ourselves." Show less

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Paola Santiago and the River of Tears

Paola Santiago and the River of Tears

by Mejia, Tehlor Kay

Book - 2020

This new middle grade novel is perfect for fans of Rick Riordan! The book stars Paola Santiago, a twelve-year old girl who doesn’t believe in her mother’s...Show more This new middle grade novel is perfect for fans of Rick Riordan! The book stars Paola Santiago, a twelve-year old girl who doesn’t believe in her mother’s superstitions and tales of ghosts. She knows that science has an explanation for everything, but what happens when science can’t predict the weird dreams that she gets? When her best friend goes missing, it’s up to Paola to figure out what happened, leaving everything she thought behind. This one is recommended for fans of Rick Riordan & if you like novels with great characters. Show less

This new middle grade novel is perfect for fans of Rick Riordan! The book stars Paola Santiago, a twelve-year old girl who doesn’t believe in her mother’s...Show more This new middle grade novel is perfect for fans of Rick Riordan! The book stars Paola Santiago, a twelve-year old girl who doesn’t believe in her mother’s superstitions and tales of ghosts. She knows that science has an explanation for everything, but what happens when science can’t predict the weird dreams that she gets? When her best friend goes missing, it’s up to Paola to figure out what happened, leaving everything she thought behind. This one is recommended for fans of Rick Riordan & if you like novels with great characters. Show less

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When the Moon Was Ours

When the Moon Was Ours

by McLemore, Anna-Marie

Book - 2016

Anna Marie McLemore is one of the best YA writers, and for good reason! Their lyrical writing combines real world issues with fantasy elements so well. Wh...Show more Anna Marie McLemore is one of the best YA writers, and for good reason! Their lyrical writing combines real world issues with fantasy elements so well. When the Moon Was Ours is about two best friends, Miel and Sam. Roses grow out of Miel’s wrists and Sam is known for the moon he hangs in trees. There’s more than meets the eye to this gorgeous novel and we encourage people looking for their next favourite author to check out anything by McLemore! Show less

Anna Marie McLemore is one of the best YA writers, and for good reason! Their lyrical writing combines real world issues with fantasy elements so well. Wh...Show more Anna Marie McLemore is one of the best YA writers, and for good reason! Their lyrical writing combines real world issues with fantasy elements so well. When the Moon Was Ours is about two best friends, Miel and Sam. Roses grow out of Miel’s wrists and Sam is known for the moon he hangs in trees. There’s more than meets the eye to this gorgeous novel and we encourage people looking for their next favourite author to check out anything by McLemore! Show less

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Birds of passage

Birds of passage

DVD - 2019

Since 2016, the Toronto Latin American Film Festival (LATAFF) has showcased the best of Latin American Cinema. This film explores the Colombian drug trade through the eyes of an indengious Wayuu family. It was featured at LATAFF in 2019. Since 2016, the Toronto Latin American Film Festival (LATAFF) has showcased the best of Latin American Cinema. This film explores the Colombian drug trade through the eyes of an indengious Wayuu family. It was featured at LATAFF in 2019. Show less

Since 2016, the Toronto Latin American Film Festival (LATAFF) has showcased the best of Latin American Cinema. This film explores the Colombian drug trade through the eyes of an indengious Wayuu family. It was featured at LATAFF in 2019. Since 2016, the Toronto Latin American Film Festival (LATAFF) has showcased the best of Latin American Cinema. This film explores the Colombian drug trade through the eyes of an indengious Wayuu family. It was featured at LATAFF in 2019. Show less

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My Beloved World

My Beloved World

by Sotomayor, Sonia

Book - 2013

An intimate memoir by the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. An intimate memoir by the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. Show less

An intimate memoir by the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. An intimate memoir by the first Hispanic and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. Show less

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Signal to Noise

Signal to Noise

by Moreno-Garcia, Silvia

Book - 2015

This debut novel by Mexican Canadian author, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, won the Copper Cylinder Adult award in 2016. Based on the author's parents, this love story spans decades and is filled with magic and mixtapes. This debut novel by Mexican Canadian author, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, won the Copper Cylinder Adult award in 2016. Based on the author's parents, this love story spans decades and is filled with magic and mixtapes. Show less

This debut novel by Mexican Canadian author, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, won the Copper Cylinder Adult award in 2016. Based on the author's parents, this love story spans decades and is filled with magic and mixtapes. This debut novel by Mexican Canadian author, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, won the Copper Cylinder Adult award in 2016. Based on the author's parents, this love story spans decades and is filled with magic and mixtapes. Show less

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All Around Us

All Around Us

by Gonzalez, Xelena

Book - 2017

Poet Xelena Gonzalez, uses circles as a metaphor for interconnection in this award winning exploration of family, community, and nature. Beautiful illustrations make this children's book one to read over and over again. Poet Xelena Gonzalez, uses circles as a metaphor for interconnection in this award winning exploration of family, community, and nature. Beautiful illustrations make this children's book one to read over and over again. Show less

Poet Xelena Gonzalez, uses circles as a metaphor for interconnection in this award winning exploration of family, community, and nature. Beautiful illustrations make this children's book one to read over and over again. Poet Xelena Gonzalez, uses circles as a metaphor for interconnection in this award winning exploration of family, community, and nature. Beautiful illustrations make this children's book one to read over and over again. Show less

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Colloquial Spanish of Latin America 2

Colloquial Spanish of Latin America 2

The Next Step in Language Learning

by Rodríguez-Saona, Roberto

Kit - 2004

Latin American Canadians are often proficient in Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Expand your conversational skills in one of these languages by exploring colloquial Latin American Spanish with this kit. Latin American Canadians are often proficient in Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Expand your conversational skills in one of these languages by exploring colloquial Latin American Spanish with this kit. Show less

Latin American Canadians are often proficient in Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Expand your conversational skills in one of these languages by exploring colloquial Latin American Spanish with this kit. Latin American Canadians are often proficient in Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Expand your conversational skills in one of these languages by exploring colloquial Latin American Spanish with this kit. Show less

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Flashback

Flashback

The Best Of Oscar Lopez

by Lopez, Oscar

Music CD - 2002

Chilean Canadian guitarist, Oscar Lopez is known for his flamenco music and his exploration of Latin-Celtic fusion music for which he won a Juno award. This Best of album is a great introduction. Chilean Canadian guitarist, Oscar Lopez is known for his flamenco music and his exploration of Latin-Celtic fusion music for which he won a Juno award. This Best of album is a great introduction. Show less

Chilean Canadian guitarist, Oscar Lopez is known for his flamenco music and his exploration of Latin-Celtic fusion music for which he won a Juno award. This Best of album is a great introduction. Chilean Canadian guitarist, Oscar Lopez is known for his flamenco music and his exploration of Latin-Celtic fusion music for which he won a Juno award. This Best of album is a great introduction. Show less

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Martí's song for freedom

Martí's song for freedom

Martí y sus versos por la libertad

by Otheguy, Emma

Book - 2017

This bilingual (English/Spanish) book is written in verse and shares the life and work of Cuban activist José Marti in his efforts to free Cuba from Spanish rule. This bilingual (English/Spanish) book is written in verse and shares the life and work of Cuban activist José Marti in his efforts to free Cuba from Spanish rule. Show less

This bilingual (English/Spanish) book is written in verse and shares the life and work of Cuban activist José Marti in his efforts to free Cuba from Spanish rule. This bilingual (English/Spanish) book is written in verse and shares the life and work of Cuban activist José Marti in his efforts to free Cuba from Spanish rule. Show less

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Found memories

Found memories

DVD - 2012

Julia Murat's award winning 2011 drama is set in the secluded and sleepy Brazilian village of Jutuomba. When a young photographer named Rita comes to town...Show more Julia Murat's award winning 2011 drama is set in the secluded and sleepy Brazilian village of Jutuomba. When a young photographer named Rita comes to town, she disrupts the patterns and rituals of the community and brings an old secret into the light. Show less

Julia Murat's award winning 2011 drama is set in the secluded and sleepy Brazilian village of Jutuomba. When a young photographer named Rita comes to town...Show more Julia Murat's award winning 2011 drama is set in the secluded and sleepy Brazilian village of Jutuomba. When a young photographer named Rita comes to town, she disrupts the patterns and rituals of the community and brings an old secret into the light. Show less

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The Motorcycle Diaries

The Motorcycle Diaries

A Journey Around South America

by Guevara, Che

Book - 1996

This New York Times bestseller is Guevara's diary of the 8,000 km motorcycle trip around South America he took well before becoming the countercultural sy...Show more This New York Times bestseller is Guevara's diary of the 8,000 km motorcycle trip around South America he took well before becoming the countercultural symbol he is in today's pop culture. It has been described as a personal and political coming-of-age story and was made into a film in 2004. Show less

This New York Times bestseller is Guevara's diary of the 8,000 km motorcycle trip around South America he took well before becoming the countercultural sy...Show more This New York Times bestseller is Guevara's diary of the 8,000 km motorcycle trip around South America he took well before becoming the countercultural symbol he is in today's pop culture. It has been described as a personal and political coming-of-age story and was made into a film in 2004. Show less

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Definitely Hispanic

Definitely Hispanic

Growing up Latino and Celebrating What Unites Us

by James, LeJuan

Book - 2019

Social Media Influencer LeJuan James (a parody of basketball star Lebron James) first made a name for himself by sharing funny videos about being Latin Am...Show more Social Media Influencer LeJuan James (a parody of basketball star Lebron James) first made a name for himself by sharing funny videos about being Latin American on Vine (a.k.a. millennial Tiktok). This collection of essays on his bicultural experiences has been lauded as both witty and introspective. Show less

Social Media Influencer LeJuan James (a parody of basketball star Lebron James) first made a name for himself by sharing funny videos about being Latin Am...Show more Social Media Influencer LeJuan James (a parody of basketball star Lebron James) first made a name for himself by sharing funny videos about being Latin American on Vine (a.k.a. millennial Tiktok). This collection of essays on his bicultural experiences has been lauded as both witty and introspective. Show less

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Cemetery Boys

Cemetery Boys

by Thomas, Aiden

Book - 2020

There’s always new debut novels we’re eager to recommend and Cemetery Boys is no different! This #ownvoices novel focuses on a 16-year-old trans boy who w...Show more There’s always new debut novels we’re eager to recommend and Cemetery Boys is no different! This #ownvoices novel focuses on a 16-year-old trans boy who wants to prove that he is a brujo to his conservative family. This is a book both for those who love character-driven novels AND for those who love fantasy! Show less

There’s always new debut novels we’re eager to recommend and Cemetery Boys is no different! This #ownvoices novel focuses on a 16-year-old trans boy who w...Show more There’s always new debut novels we’re eager to recommend and Cemetery Boys is no different! This #ownvoices novel focuses on a 16-year-old trans boy who wants to prove that he is a brujo to his conservative family. This is a book both for those who love character-driven novels AND for those who love fantasy! Show less

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What A Party!

What A Party!

by Machado, Ana Maria

Book - 2013

Originally published in Portuguese, renowned Brazilian children's author Ana Maria Machado has crafted a tale of a child's birthday party that grew beyond itself into a giant joyful celebration. Originally published in Portuguese, renowned Brazilian children's author Ana Maria Machado has crafted a tale of a child's birthday party that grew beyond itself into a giant joyful celebration. Show less

Originally published in Portuguese, renowned Brazilian children's author Ana Maria Machado has crafted a tale of a child's birthday party that grew beyond itself into a giant joyful celebration. Originally published in Portuguese, renowned Brazilian children's author Ana Maria Machado has crafted a tale of a child's birthday party that grew beyond itself into a giant joyful celebration. Show less

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