Celebrate 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month with AARP!

From September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month shines a spotlight on the remarkable contributions that Hispanic and Latino communities have made to our history, society and economy.

AARP California is celebrating this vibrant community by hosting a variety of engaging and fun events for the entire family. Best of all, these events are completely FREE and advanced registration is required. Check out the calendar below and join the festivities!

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

(LOS ANGELES) CicLAmini Lincoln Heights – Sunday September 15 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Lincoln Heights 3501 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Grab your bike, roller skates and pets for a morning of car-free streets! Stop by the AARP booth at the Lincoln Park Hub to get information and resources about family caregiving. Register for a giveaway while supplies last. Click HERE.

(LOS ANGELES) Fiestas Patrias Family Day – Sunday, September 15 | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. | LA Plaza De Cultura y Artes, 501 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Enjoy a day of art workshops at the Fiestas Patrias Family Day. Stop by the AARP booth and get information on the importance of your vote during this upcoming November election and grab a giveaway while supplies last. Register HERE.

Cooking Demonstration Series – Thursday, September 19 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Virtual
AARP is kicking off a virtual cooking series with chef and historian Maite Gomez-Rejón from ArtBites. Learn how to make salsa macha and discover the Afro-Latino influence in Mexican cuisine. Register HERE.

Let’s Talk Dinero with AARP^TM – Monday, September 23 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Virtual
How can you tap into your home’s equity? Hear from a financial professional about a home equity line of credit and cash refinance, their requirements and benefits and drawbacks. Register HERE.

(LOS ANGELES) Panel Discussion with Latino Authors – Sunday, September 29 | 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. | LA Plaza De Cultura y Artes, 501 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012Do you enjoy reading? Meet us for an afternoon discussion with Latino writers! Authors Carribean Fragoza, Estella González, and Daniel Olivas will be sharing their latest work and writing journeys. Stop by the AARP booth to meet our volunteers and learn about other events! Register for a giveaway, while supplies last. Register HERE.

Join us for the AARP California “Somos…Nuestras Historias” Movie Series!
Experience three films that celebrate the far reaching and lasting influence of Hispanic culture in America and around the world. Settle in with friends, family or on your own and enjoy watching some stories at home with us! The screenings are free, but you must pre-register to receive a link and login credentials to watch each movie. You will be emailed a link to join the events via the Swank Screening platform before each weekend.

Coco - Movie Access Friday, October 4 - Sunday, October 6 | 12 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.| Virtual
This 2017 hit film is a tale about a boy named Miguel who dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his lofty ambitions cause him to run afoul of a curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors.
Register HERE.

Cooking Demonstration Series – Thursday, October 3 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Virtual
The second event in our cooking demonstration series will satisfy your sweet tooth! Chef and historian Maite Gomez-Rejón from ArtBites will show you how to make pastel de elote or sweet corn cake while walking you through the history of maize. Register HERE.

(LOS ANGELES) Shred + Fraud Event – Friday, October 11 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.| Montecito Heights Community Center, 4545 Homer St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Tired of manually shredding your sensitive documents? Join us for a shred event where you can safely dispose of your documents. While you’re there, learn about the latest fraud schemes and strategies to keep your information secure. Register HERE.

Miss Angela - Movie Access Saturday, October 12 - Monday, October 14 | 12 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.| Virtual
This 2020 film is the remarkable story of 91-year-old Cuban-American singer-songwriter, Angela Alvarez, whose lifetime of songs were nearly lost to the world. An inspiring tale of love, loss, struggle, but ultimately triumph. “Miss Angela” is a story 75 years in the making. Register HERE.

Our America: Todos Unidos - Movie Access Saturday, November 9 - Monday, November 11 | 12 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.| Virtual
This 2021 documentary features celebrities, activists, immigrants, and indigenous people, as they celebrate the diverse cultures and rich traditions of Hispanic and Latino communities, while examining the social and cultural challenges that are unique to their communities. Register HERE.