National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15)

"Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

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Today's poem (click on title to read in English or Spanish!):

From Barrio Obrero to La Quince

Nicole Cecilia Delgado. translated by Urayoán Noel

Nicole Cecilia Delgado is a poet, translator, and book artist from San Juan, Puerto Rico.