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Mar 15, 2024

Explore “Chandler Contigo” in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month

CHANDLER, Ariz. – This September the city brings back “Chandler Contigo” — a month-long program of educational events and cultural activities for all ages that honor and celebrate National Hispanic

CHANDLER, Ariz. – This September the city brings back “Chandler Contigo” — a month-long program of educational events and cultural activities for all ages that honor and celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). These programs will be held at various locations in Chandler with something for every age group to enjoy. Mark your calendar for the following:

Chandler Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays - Saturdays and 1 - 5 p.m. Sundays. Admission is free.

In addition to the Chandler Contigo Kickoff, all four branches of the Chandler Public Library (CPL) will host a variety of free programs and events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Registration is required for some programs. The four CPL branches are: Basha Library, 5990 S. Val Vista Drive; Downtown Library, 22 S. Delaware St.; Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave.; and Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Road. For more information, or to register online, visit Chandler Contigo or Chandler Public Library.

In addition, there are multiple Baby Time, Preschool Time, Family Time and Bilingual Storytime events at different CPL branches. These programs include special stories and songs connected to Latino culture as part of the Chandler Contigo celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. For a complete list, visit Chandler Contigo or Chandler Public Library to see the different Storytime options offered at each branch.

These programs are supported in partnership by the city’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division, Chandler Public Library, Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler Museum and the Vision Gallery.

For more information about Chandler Contigo (including updated times for events at Chandler Public Library, visit Chandler Contigo, or residents also may contact Beth Banda with the City’s DEI Division at 480-782-2224 for questions.

Media contact:Stephanie RomeroCity of Chandler, Public Information Officer480-782-2231