San Antonio, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with AARP!
Welcome to AARP San Antonio's Hispanic Heritage Month celebration! Statewide, AARP Texas is offering a host of vibrant, engaging, entertaining and educational activities that spotlight our Hispanic heritage. Here in San Antonio, we're taking this opportunity to honor and celebrate the many contributions of Latinos with the 10th anniversary of our signature event, Celebrando con AARP, recognition of civil rights trailblazer Jovita Idár, ballet folkloric performances and more!
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15. The celebration begins mid-month to commemorate the independence of several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Communities throughout the United States join in the observance through parades, exhibits, ceremonies, and more to recognize the impact of Hispanic and Latino Americans on our country's history, culture, and achievements.
Across Texas, AARP is excited to be part of this nationwide celebration. Statewide, our line-up includes many events, both in-person and virtual. You can learn to prepare authentic dishes from various Latin American countries and bring the taste of Hispanic culture into your kitchen. We'll also delve into the local folklores of several Latin American nations to explore the rich tapestry of traditional stories passed down through generations. There will be arts and crafts workshops to showcase the creativity of Hispanic arts, giving you a chance to learn traditional art forms. There’s more planned for our month-long celebration, so check our Texas AARP Hispanic Heritage Month event page frequently for new events at www.aarp.org/hispanicheritagetx
These events are an opportunity to celebrate and learn more about Hispanic culture, and to share in the experiences that contribute to the fabric of our society. We hope to see you there as we appreciate, learn, and grow through exploring Hispanic heritage.
AARP San Antonio's Hispanic Heritage Month events are shown below, followed by virtual events.
AARP SAN ANTONIO EVENTS
September 6, 2023, 7 p.m. – Movies for Grownups Screening: A Million Miles Away
This real-life story, A Million Miles Away, follows NASA flight engineer José Hernández and his family of migrant farm workers from a village in Mexico to more than 200 miles above the Earth in the International Space Station.
Register at: https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/aarp-texas-san-antonio-free-screening-of-a-million-miles-away-n8n7jtnn354.html
September 8, 2023, 8 p.m. – Guadalupe Dance Company Performs Celebrando Tradiciones: Mexican Ballet Folklorico
The performance of Celebrando Tradiciones by the Guadalupe Dance Company will transport you to Mexico with the sights of dazzling colorful costumes and the percussive sounds of footwork, gritos and Mariachi music. Note: AARP members can register for an event discount code.
Register at: https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/aarp-tx-celebrando-tradiciones-performance-by-the-guadalupe-dance-company-and-mariachi-azteca-de-america-san-antonio-tx-9082023-wjnp44775h8.html
September 15, 2023, 11 a.m. – Jovita Idár Mural Launch
Come to the celebratory kick-off and community paint day for a new mural of civil rights trailblazer Jovita Idár, created by San Anto Cultural Arts, at the Dress for Success San Antonio headquarters - right on the block where Jovita once lived.
Learn more: https://www.somosmacri.org/event-details/jovita-idar-mural-launch
September 16, 2023, 9 a.m. – Mexican American Civil Rights Institute: Jovita Idár Symposium
Learn about civil rights trailblazer Jovita Idár’s impact on journalism, education, and how we understand the history of the Texas-Mexican border at this day-long symposium featuring panels of experts. Free to the public at the San Antonio Central Library with advance registration. See virtual events below for virtual symposium.
Register at: https://jovita-symposium.eventbrite.com
September 17, 2023, noon to 4 p.m. – Mexican American Civil Rights Institute: Jovita Idár Family Day
Come to a Fiestas Patrias celebration for the launch of the new Jovita Idár quarter at Market Square! There will be kids' activities, music, dance, and the debut of a folklórico dance inspired by Idár's life performed by the Guadalupe Dance Company.
Learn more: https://www.somosmacri.org/event-details/jovita-idar-family-day-celebration
September 19, 2023, 12:30 p.m. – Mexican American Genealogy 101
Get the tools and information you need to discover your roots and learn about your heritage. Join AARP and Los Bexareños Genealogical & Historical Society for this popular workshop!
Register at: https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/aarp-tx-mexican-american-genealogy-101-san-antonio-tx-9192023-n9nj7j2w2wm.html
September 23, 2023, 7 a.m. – La Casita del Barrio 1K/5K Walk/Run
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the House of Neighborly Service team announces the First Annual La Casita del Barrio 1K/5K Walk/Run! The team is gearing up to increase awareness about the Westside community’s growing needs, while embracing our Hispanic culture every step of the way. Register for the AARP discount code if you’re signing up for the walk/run!
Register at: https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/aarp-tx-la-casita-del-barrio-1k5k-walkrun-san-antonio-tx-9232023-49nj27ylzfs.html
September 28, 2023, 6 p.m. – Soy Malintzin Virtual Viewing and Commentary via Zoom
In 2022, the Guadalupe Dance Company created an original production, Soy Malintzin, based on Traitor, Survivor, Icon: The Legacy of La Malinche, a San Antonio Museum of Art exhibition. The production portrays the power of this mythical persona, but real indigenous woman, whose influence changed the Americas as we know it. Virtual event is free, but space is limited.
Register at: https://local.aarp.org/aarp-event/virtual-aarp-tx-soy-malintzin-la-malinche-virtual-screening-with-commentary-san-antonio-tx-9282023-9mnfyxntx5f.html
October 13, 2023, 10 a.m. – Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center: Viva Mi Cultura – Cuentos, Bailes y Música Lecture Demonstration
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special one-hour presentation with Viva Mi Cultura! This event celebrates Día de la Raza, featuring the Guadalupe Dance Company as they present dance excerpts from stories inspired by prominent historical Mexican American leaders who paved the way for change.
Register at: - https://events.aarp.org/Viva23
October 13, 2023, 8 p.m. – Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center: Celebrando Tradiciones: El Movimiento
In keeping with its 32-year tradition of giving the Mexican American voice a place in its repertoire, the Guadalupe Dance Company performs Celebrando Tradiciones: El Movimiento, highlighting prominent historical Mexican American leaders who paved the way for change. AARP members can register to receive an event discount code.
Register at: - https://events.aarp.org/Voces23
October 15, 2023, 12 p.m. – Celebrando Con AARP 10-year Anniversary!
Put on your dancing shoes for Celebrando con AARP, featuring top Tejano, Conjunto and Cumbia bands. There’s also a community resource fair where you can meet resource agency partners and learn how you can help build a more age-friendly San Antonio.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/Celebrando23
October 18, 2023, 11 a.m. – Día De Los Muertos-Inspired Dance
Participants will take a fun upbeat one-hour dance class with a Dia de los Muertos theme. Class maximum is 30 at the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Campus and includes a live virtual viewing option.
Check back - registration link coming soon.
October 19, 2023, (time pending) – Altar-making with the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
In this hour-long workshop, you will learn how to make an altar and understand its meaning and importance. Participants may also bring a photo to participate in the Community Altar. (Class also available on Zoom.)
Check back - registration link coming soon.
AARP TEXAS VIRTUAL EVENTS
September 2, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to caregivers, veterans and the online community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this virtual series of classes. This fall series kick-off includes a brief discussion about caregiving resources, and of course, a Zumba class!
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-902-ZumbaV
September 7, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to veterans and the community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this online series of classes.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-907-ZumbaV
September 11, 2023, 12 p.m. – Mondays of Discovery around Latin America: Mexican Flag
This series brings you the history, culture, and highlights of different Latin American countries. For this particular online event, you’ll learn about the history of the Mexican flag.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SmuGQ7Z6XdGeaGWw9
September 12, 2023, 4 p.m. – Virtual Cooking around Latin America with AARP Texas
Learn to cook and enjoy delicious dishes from around Latin America, including recipes from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay with this virtual series. This Tuesday, we’ll be making Mexican Sopes.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SWsm5SGRtNU4qHTp8
September 13, 2023, 4 p.m. – Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America: La Llorona
Come to our Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America series and hear folktales from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay. The first in this series is a Mexican folktale, La Llorona or the Crying Woman.
Register at: https://forms.gle/wPPBwyZaF8ttCvVY8
September 14, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to veterans and the community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this online series of classes.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-914-ZumbaV
September 14, 2023, 4 p.m. – Crafty Thursdays around Latin America: Mexican Mini Piñata Garland
Have fun while you learn to make traditional arts, crafts and instruments from around Latin America with our Crafty Thursdays around Latin America Facebook series. Join us virtually to make a Mini Piñata Garland.
Register at: https://forms.gle/YSS4JacKmnG1tFxs6
September 15, 2023, 6:30 p.m. – Live-streamed: El Grito Ceremony with Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán
Experience the El Grito ceremony at the Miller Outdoor Theatre with the Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán. Considered one of Mexico’s best mariachi music ensembles, their performances span over five decades. See “Houston Events” above for information on this in-person event.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-915-ElGrito
September 16, 2023, 9 a.m. – Mexican American Civil Rights Institute: Jovita Idár Symposium
Attend virtually and learn about civil rights trailblazer Jovita Idár’s impact on journalism, education, and how we understand the history of the Texas-Mexican border at this day-long symposium featuring panels of experts.
Register at: https://jovita-virtual-symposium.eventbrite.com
September 18, 2023, 12 p.m. – Mondays of Discovery around Latin America: Visit Guatemala
This series brings you the history, culture, and highlights of different Latin American countries. For this particular online event, you’ll virtually Visit Guatemala.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SmuGQ7Z6XdGeaGWw9
September 19, 2023, 4 p.m. – Virtual Cooking around Latin America with AARP Texas
Learn to cook and enjoy delicious dishes from around Latin America, including recipes from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay with this virtual series. This Tuesday, we’ll be making Guatemalan Enchiladas.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SWsm5SGRtNU4qHTp8
September 20, 2023, 4 p.m. – Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America: Popol Vuh
Come to our Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America series and hear folktales from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay. The next in this series is a Guatemalan folktale, Popol Vuh.
Register at: https://forms.gle/wPPBwyZaF8ttCvVY8
September 21, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to veterans and the community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this online series of classes.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-921-ZumbaV
September 21, 2023, 4 p.m. – Crafty Thursdays around Latin America: Quetzal Bird
Have fun while you learn to make traditional arts, crafts and instruments from around Latin America with our Crafty Thursdays around Latin America Facebook series. Join us virtually to make a Guatemalan-style Quetzal Bird.
Register at: https://forms.gle/YSS4JacKmnG1tFxs6
September 25, 2023, 12 p.m. – Mondays of Discovery around Latin America: Visit Argentina
This series brings you the history, culture, and highlights of different Latin American countries. For this particular online event, you’ll virtually Visit Argentina.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SmuGQ7Z6XdGeaGWw9
September 26, 2023, 4 p.m. – Virtual Cooking around Latin America with AARP Texas
Learn to cook and enjoy delicious dishes from around Latin America, including recipes from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay with this virtual series. This Tuesday, we’ll be making Argentinian Empanadas.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SWsm5SGRtNU4qHTp8
September 27, 2023, 4 p.m. – Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America: The Magic Ball
Come to our Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America series and hear folktales from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay. The next in this series is an Argentinian folktale, The Magic Ball.
Register at: https://forms.gle/wPPBwyZaF8ttCvVY8
September 28, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to veterans and the community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this online series of classes.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-928-ZumbaV
September 28, 2023, 4 p.m. – Crafty Thursdays around Latin America: Gaucho Belt
Have fun while you learn to make traditional arts, crafts and instruments from around Latin America with our Crafty Thursdays around Latin America Facebook series. Join us virtually to make an Argentinian-style Gaucho Belt.
Register at: https://forms.gle/YSS4JacKmnG1tFxs6
September 28, 2023, 6 p.m. – Soy Malintzin Virtual Viewing and Commentary via Zoom
In 2022, the Guadalupe Dance Company created an original production, Soy Malintzin, based on Traitor, Survivor, Icon: The Legacy of La Malinche, a San Antonio Museum of Art exhibition. The production portrays the power of this mythical persona, but real indigenous woman, whose influence changed the Americas as we know it. This virtual event is free, but space is limited.
Check back - registration link coming soon.
October 2, 2023, 12 p.m. – Mondays of Discovery around Latin America: Visit Panama
This series brings you the history, culture, and highlights of different Latin American countries. For this particular online event, you’ll virtually Visit Panama.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SmuGQ7Z6XdGeaGWw9
October 3, 2023, 4 p.m. – Virtual Cooking around Latin America with AARP Texas
Learn to cook and enjoy delicious dishes from around Latin America, including recipes from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay with this virtual series. This Tuesday, we’ll be making Panamanian Chica de Avena.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SWsm5SGRtNU4qHTp8
October 4, 2023, 4 p.m. – Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America: El Conejito
Come to our Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America series and hear folktales from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay. The next in this series is the story of El Conejito.
Register at: https://forms.gle/wPPBwyZaF8ttCvVY8
October 5, 2023, 9:30 a.m. – ZUMBA® to the Rhythm of AARP
FitMix Communities is bringing ZUMBA® to veterans and the community! If you want to get fit or stay fit, and have fun doing it, let the Latin and World rhythms take over with this online series of classes.
Register at: https://events.aarp.org/TX-1005-ZumbaV
October 5, 2023, 4 p.m. – Crafty Thursdays around Latin America: Mola Artwork
Have fun while you learn to make traditional arts, crafts and instruments from around Latin America with our Crafty Thursdays around Latin America Facebook series. Join us virtually to create a Mola.
Register at: https://forms.gle/YSS4JacKmnG1tFxs6
October 9, 2023, 12 p.m. – Mondays of Discovery around Latin America: Visit Uruguay
This series brings you the history, culture, and highlights of different Latin American countries. For this particular online event, you’ll virtually Visit Uruguay.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SmuGQ7Z6XdGeaGWw9
October 10, 2023, 4 p.m. – Virtual Cooking around Latin America with AARP Texas
Learn to cook and enjoy delicious dishes from around Latin America, including recipes from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay with this virtual series. This Tuesday, we’ll be making Uruguayan Rice.
Register at: https://forms.gle/SWsm5SGRtNU4qHTp8
October 11, 2023, 4 p.m. – Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America: Mañana Iguana
Come to our Folktale Wednesdays around Latin America series and hear folktales from Mexico, Guatemala, Argentina, Panama, and Uruguay. The next in this series is Mañana Iguana, a folktale from Uruguay.
Register at: https://forms.gle/wPPBwyZaF8ttCvVY8
October 12, 2023, 4 p.m. – Crafty Thursdays around Latin America: Geometric Abstract Mosaic
Have fun while you learn to make traditional arts, crafts and instruments from around Latin America with our Crafty Thursdays around Latin America Facebook series. Join us virtually to create an Uruguayan-style Geometric Abstract Mosaic.
Register at: https://forms.gle/YSS4JacKmnG1tFxs6
October 18, 2023 – Día De Los Muertos-Inspired Dance Class on Zoom
Participants can take an upbeat, one-hour dance class with a Dia de los Muertos theme. Class is virtual but is also presented in-person in San Antonio.
Check back - registration link coming soon.
October 19, 2023, (TBD) – Altar-making with the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center
In this hour-long Zoom workshop, you will learn how to make to make an altar and understand its meaning and importance. Check “ARP San Antonio Events” for details on this event in-person in San Antonio.
Check back - registration link coming soon.
