2022 Hispanic Heritage Events
Cine Argentino Art and Film Festival
Sunday 09/04/22, 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
In-Person free art exhibit and film series
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the NSU Alvin Sherman Library will host a free art exhibit and film series. Cine Argentino is celebrating their 20th Festival Anniversary in South Florida. This exhibit is dedicated to Peru, as well as Women in Art and Cinema. “The Woman in Art” will feature Latin American Artists and will have a “Tribute to Fernando de Szyszlo”, courtesy of the America Collection Gallery. The 20th Anniversary will be celebrated with photos and posters of previous events.
Sponsors: NSU, ANLE, Consulate of Peru, Consulate of Argentina, Centro Cultural Puerto Rico, and Broward County.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: Climas
Sunday 09/04/22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In-person event
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the NSU Alvin Sherman Library will host a free art exhibit and film series. The exhibit entitled “Cine Y Arte: Argentino Latino” is a three part exhibit featuring:
- Tribute to Fernando Szyszlo, Peruvian artist, courtesy of the Coral Gables Americas Collection Gallery
- Women in Latin American Art: Rosario Chamorro, Nicaragua; Olga Duenas, Ecuador; Laura Villarreal, Mexico; Connie Lloveras, Cuba; Carolina Cerverizzo, Argentina
- 20th Anniversary of Cine Y Arte Argentino Latino
The exhibit is curated by Adriana Bianco and will be on display from Sunday, September 4 through Sunday, October 16, 2022 in the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery.
The “Cine Argentino Film Festival” includes four film screenings taking place at 2 p.m. on Sundays in September. Films will be shown in the Performance Theatre of the Don Taft University Center on NSU’s main campus, at 3301 College Ave. Argentine actress and journalist Adriana Bianco will introduce the films and provide commentary.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: Climas - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Cine Argentino Film Festival: La Espera Desespera
Sunday 09/11/22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In-Person event
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the NSU Alvin Sherman Library will host a free art exhibit and film series. The exhibit entitled “Cine Y Arte: Argentino Latino” is a three part exhibit featuring:
- Tribute to Fernando Szyszlo, Peruvian artist, courtesy of the Coral Gables Americas Collection Gallery
- Women in Latin American Art: Rosario Chamorro, Nicaragua; Olga Duenas, Ecuador; Laura Villarreal, Mexico; Connie Lloveras, Cuba; Carolina Cerverizzo, Argentina
- 20th Anniversary of Cine Y Arte Argentino Latino
The exhibit is curated by Adriana Bianco and will be on display from Sunday, September 4 through Sunday, October 16, 2022 in the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery.
The “Cine Argentino Film Festival” includes four film screenings taking place at 2 p.m. on Sundays in September. Films will be shown in the Performance Theatre of the Don Taft University Center on NSU’s main campus, at 3301 College Ave. Argentine actress and journalist Adriana Bianco will introduce the films and provide commentary.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: La Espera Desespera - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories
Monday 09/12/22, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Online event
This week we're celebrating National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Explore a joyous blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish with award-winning, internationally-touring family musician and teaching artist Alina Celeste in a special livestream performance on the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Facebook page: lib.nova.edu/Facebook
Enjoy live or view on-demand at your convenience!
This program is made possible with the generous support of the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories (Online) - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Bienvenidos! Chemistry Faculty and Students Mixer
Thursday 09/15/22, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
In-Person event - Open to NSU students and staff only
Department of Chemistry and Physics Mentoring Program and the ACS Chemistry Club to host a welcome event for the first year Chemistry Major students. The event is to welcome the students with a flavor of South Florida's Hispanic culture and cuisine. We will also introduce the students to the department's faculty; they can chat, ask questions, and in general interact in a relaxed environment.
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Student Services bldg. Back Patio
Families at work: Intergenerational Latino Businesses and the American Dream
Thursday 09/15/22, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
In-Person event
A panel discussion with family business leaders from local Hispanic communities, featuring representatives from Vicky Bakery and El Dorado Furniture, both locally owned and operated in south Florida. For questions or more information, contact Dr. Marlisa Santos (humanities@nova.edu).
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Alvin Sherman Library, Cotilla Gallery (2nd floor)
Cine Argentino Film Festival: Camila
Sunday 09/18/22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In-Person event
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the NSU Alvin Sherman Library will host a free art exhibit and film series. The exhibit entitled “Cine Y Arte: Argentino Latino” is a three part exhibit featuring:
- Tribute to Fernando Szyszlo, Peruvian artist, courtesy of the Coral Gables Americas Collection Gallery
- Women in Latin American Art: Rosario Chamorro, Nicaragua; Olga Duenas, Ecuador; Laura Villarreal, Mexico; Connie Lloveras, Cuba; Carolina Cerverizzo, Argentina
- 20th Anniversary of Cine Y Arte Argentino Latino
The exhibit is curated by Adriana Bianco and will be on display from Sunday, September 4 through Sunday, October 16, 2022 in the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery.
The “Cine Argentino Film Festival” includes four film screenings taking place at 2 p.m. on Sundays in September. Films will be shown in the Performance Theatre of the Don Taft University Center on NSU’s main campus, at 3301 College Ave. Argentine actress and journalist Adriana Bianco will introduce the films and provide commentary.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: Camila - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories
Monday 09/19/22, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Online event
This week we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and learn about Central America. Explore a joyous blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish with award-winning, internationally-touring family musician and teaching artist Alina Celeste in a special livestream performance on the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Facebook page: lib.nova.edu/Facebook
Enjoy live or view on-demand at your convenience!
This program is made possible with the generous support of the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories (Online) - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Coming of Age: An Evening with Richard Blanco Presidential Inaugural Poet and Memoirist
Tuesday 09/20/22, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
In-Person event
Presidential inaugural poet and memoirist, Richard Blanco speaks about the journey to adulthood and reads from his work. For questions or more information, contact Dr. Marlisa Santos (humanities@nova.edu).
Registration required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctWJyWv4pqLaue2-98Wu8JN3lQtXqftLZ845rzUiymTyVdhA/viewform
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Knight Auditorium, Carl DeSantis Building (1st floor)
Raise a Reader Storytime
Wednesday 09/21/22, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
In-Person event
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with books, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Recommended for children ages 2 - 5 years with their caregivers (younger children are welcome).
Raise a Reader Storytime (In-Person) - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Shark Tank Thursday
Thursday 09/22/22, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
NSU Students ONLY
Organizational Fair featuring primarily LatinX based orgs, with giveaways, food, and music.
Location: Don Taft University Center Spine
NSU MD 5K Dash for Diversity
Saturday 09/24/22, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
In-Person event
The 3rd NSU MD 5K Dash for Diversity will be taking place in person on Saturday, September 24, 2022. Meet us at the NSU Gold Circle Lake at 7:30 am (3301 College Avenue, Fort-Lauderdale-Davie, Florida 33314) to Dash for Diversity. You can also participate virtually from September 24 to October 1 by yourself, with your friends, family, employer, or community organization. Everyone is welcome to participate! Please submit your results by October 3. Awards will be given to the top three female, male, and non-binary finishers in a student and non-student category.
Amazon gift cards will be awarded in the amount of $100 for first place, $50 for second place, and $30 for third place.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: El Encuentro de Guayaquil
Sunday 09/25/22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In-Person event
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the NSU Alvin Sherman Library will host a free art exhibit and film series. The exhibit entitled “Cine Y Arte: Argentino Latino” is a three part exhibit featuring:
- Tribute to Fernando Szyszlo, Peruvian artist, courtesy of the Coral Gables Americas Collection Gallery
- Women in Latin American Art: Rosario Chamorro, Nicaragua; Olga Duenas, Ecuador; Laura Villarreal, Mexico; Connie Lloveras, Cuba; Carolina Cerverizzo, Argentina
- 20th Anniversary of Cine Y Arte Argentino Latino
The exhibit is curated by Adriana Bianco and will be on display from Sunday, September 4 through Sunday, October 16, 2022 in the NSU Alvin Sherman Library, Second Floor, Cotilla Gallery.
The “Cine Argentino Film Festival” includes four film screenings taking place at 2 p.m. on Sundays in September. Films will be shown in the Performance Theatre of the Don Taft University Center on NSU’s main campus, at 3301 College Ave. Argentine actress and journalist Adriana Bianco will introduce the films and provide commentary.
Cine Argentino Film Festival: El Encuentro de Guayaquil - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories
Monday 09/26/22, 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Online event
This week we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and learn about South America. Explore a joyous blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish with award-winning, internationally-touring family musician and teaching artist Alina Celeste in a special livestream performance on the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Facebook page: lib.nova.edu/Facebook
Enjoy live or view on-demand at your convenience!
This program is made possible with the generous support of the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories (Online) - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Roots, Branches, and Trees: Hispanic Genealogy
Thursday 09/29/22, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
In-Person event
A workshop on family tree research strategies for the Hispanic community, featuring NSU faculty and genealogy experts Drs. Jim Doan and Emily Schmitt and Genie Milgrom, Hispanic-Judaic genealogy expert and author. For questions or more information, contact Dr. Marlisa Santos (humanities@nova.edu).
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Alvin Sherman Library, Cotilla Gallery (2nd floor)
NSU MD Latino Medical Student Speaker Series
Friday 09/30/22, 12:10 PM - 1:00 PM
Online event
NSU MD Latino Medical Student Speaker Series
Succeeding along the Educator Track from Assistant to Full Professor
- Guest Speaker: Dr. Maria Soto-Green and Dr. Alvaro Pérez Arcila
- Location: Zoom Meeting ID: 953 1896 6376
Friday Movie Matinee Discussion: Windows on the World
Friday 09/30/22, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Online event
Join us for a lively virtual discussion with Professor Yair Solan, Assistant Professor of Literature and Film at Nova Southeastern University. Our selection for Hispanic Heritage Month is "Windows on the World". This moving film is about a son's journey from Mexico to New York to look for his father, an undocumented worker at the World Trade Center who goes missing after 9/11. You will need your Broward County Library card to view the film before our discussion - link to the film in Kanopy: https://www.kanopy.com/en/browardlibrary/video/10978238
Register at: https://nova.libcal.com/event/9250157
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories
Monday 10/03/22, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Online event
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Alina and learn about the Caribbean! Explore a joyous blend of traditional and original songs and new interpretations of folktales each week in English and Spanish with award-winning, internationally-touring family musician and teaching artist Alina Celeste in a special livestream performance on the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Facebook page: lib.nova.edu/Facebook
Enjoy live or view on-demand at your convenience! This program is made possible with the generous support of the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.
Canciones y Cuentos, Songs and Stories (Online) - LibCal - Nova Southeastern University
Raise a Reader Storytime with Special Guest Senorita Marci
Wednesday 10/05/22, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
In-Person event
Enjoy stories and songs with Special Guest Senorita Marci to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! In this fun and interactive show, Señorita Marci takes her young audience on a trip to Mexico exposing children to Hispanic culture with dance, storytelling and magic. Children hear and repeat words and phrases in Spanish and become familiar with their meanings.
El Cafecito: Spanish Language Conversation Hour
Wednesday 10/05/22, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
In-Person event
Do you want to improve your Spanish? Drink a cafecito while practicing your Spanish in an informal and relaxed atmosphere. Come be a part of El Cafecito, the department of Humanities and Politics' Spanish Conversation Table. ALL LEVELS WELCOME!
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Student Services bldg. Back Patio
Dia de los Muertos: Remember Me
Wednesday 10/05/22, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
In-Person event
An interactive presentation from Florida Day of the Dead organizers, celebrating the rich history and practices of customs that honor the lives of the departed. For questions or more information, contact Dr. Marlisa Santos (humanities@nova.edu).
Location:
3301 College Avenue
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, FL 33314-7796
Alvin Sherman Library, Cotilla Gallery (2nd floor)
NSU Art Museum Presents: Starry Nights - Free First Thursdays
Friday 10/07/22, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
In-Person event
Free and open to all
Held on the first Thursday of every month, Starry Nights presented by Broward Health provides unique opportunities for reflection, understanding and community unity through the arts, and encourages people of all backgrounds to come together to enjoy exhibitions, programs and performances free of charge. This month, join us as we will celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with our drop-in art-making projects (for all ages) focusing on Latin artists featured in Lux et Veritas.
Address: NSU Art Museum One East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
NSU Art Museum: Creativity Exploration: Hispanic Heritage Month Sculptural Paintings
Saturday 10/08/22, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
In-Person event
COST: $15 non members, $10 members
One of NSU Art Museum’s most popular adult education programs, Creativity Exploration, promotes the development of creativity and self-expression through art-making and the practice of mindfulness. Inspired by the hinged panels by Carlos Alfonso in the NSU permanent collection, create an abstract work of art using symbols, color, pattern, and visual rhythm and transform the work into an accordion sculpture.
Preregistration Required. Spaces Limited. Registration Link: https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/1128553
Address: NSU Art Museum One East Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Celebration Night at NSU Soccer: Men’s Soccer Rivalry Matchup vs. Barry University
Wednesday 10/12/22, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
In-Person event
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with NSU Athletics! Experience a night of celebration, pride and one of the best matchups in college soccer. Represent and wear your countries' colors!
NSU students, faculty, and staff receive one free general admission ticket per regular season home event with a valid NSU ID.
Ticket price: $4.95 with 50% discount. Non-NSU guests are welcome to redeem a discounted ticket by entering in this passcode at checkout: HHN22.
To purchase tickets, click here.
Hispanic Heritage Month Family Concert: Paco Moreno + Friends
Saturday 10/15/22, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
In-Person event
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the library! Experience the haunting sounds of the Andes mountains with Paco Moreno and Wayna. Using a wide variety of Andean traditional panpipes, flutes, guitars, and percussion instruments, Wayna recreates traditional and contemporary melodies from the highlands of Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. Moreno is an instrument maker, musician, storyteller and Spanish teacher from Ecuador. Recommended for ages 4+
This program is made possible with the generous support of the Erwin and Barbara Mautner Charitable Foundation.
Please note in-person events are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. Online events will continue to be available for a wide variety of topics. Explore our calendar of events: lib.nova.edu/events