Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 to October 15, 2024, please join the City of Lake Oswego in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! The 2024 is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,” which recognizes the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success.
Visit United States Census and National Today for more information on Hispanic Heritage Month! Continue reading for some interesting facts on Hispanic and Latin American community,
- The Hispanic population of the United States is 63.7 million, making it the largest racial minority.
- There are 13 states with one million or more Hispanic residents in 2022, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas and Washington.
- 14% of Oregon’s population is Hispanic and Latino, which makes it the fastest growing racial demographic in the state of Oregon.
History
Do you know the difference between Hispanic/Latino/e? Learn about various terms and their meaning.
Interested in learning more about Oregon’s history in relation to Latino communities? Check out this essay, "Latinos in Oregon" Oregon Encyclopedia
Celebrations and Activities
Storywalk- "Milo & Niko"
Freepons Park - Lake Oswego
Sunday, September 1, 2024 - 10:00am to Monday, September 30, 2024 - 7:00pm
Visit Freepons Park to read to read our newest StoryWalk® installation, "Milo + Niko" by D. Guzman. A story about the power of imagination and the thrill of adventures, like exploring the jungle, from the comfort of home in both English and Spanish! Where does your imagination travel when you're bored and stuck inside? Milo, an energetic girl confined to Abuelita's plant shop, spends her time roaming the aisles and checking out knick-knacks. She finds that she isn't alone - a Bengal tiger is loose in the shop! Together, after earning each other's trust, they delve into the deep, dark rainforest of plants and head to their first of many adventures.
For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website at www.lopl.org/kids
El Grito Community Festival
Hillsboro Shute Park
September 16, 2024, 2 to 7 p.m.
Join the City of Hillsboro and Centro Cultural to commemorate Mexico’s cry for independence and celebrate the rich culture of Latin America. This event will feature mariachi, ballet folklorico, vendors, a car show, Latin American cuisine and much more!
El Grito 2024 - Portland
The Moda Center
September 15 & 16 2024
Join us for the most important holiday celebrated by the Hispanic community in Oregon! Entry is free for all and the celebration begins on Friday 15th and continues on Saturday 16th. El Grito Portland is a community-centered event where we highlight the traditions passed on from our ancestors and indigenous roots. We celebrate with our neighbors and provide a platform for Latinx-specific resources and Latinx small businesses to provide products and food dishes of the Americas. The entrance is completely free, and this year, we will continue to provide health screenings, vaccine drives, legal workshops, small business consulting resources and more to all who attend.