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Fiesta de la Cultura 2024. Presented by Durham County Library and the Durham Library Foundation. Words surrounded by colorful flowers.

At our locations Fiesta de la Cultura

September 15 – October 15
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Durham County Library with our vibrant event series, “Fiesta de la Cultura!” Join us for a festive celebration of Hispanic culture through a variety of activities, including live music, dance performances, delicious food from local vendors, and interactive games like Lotería.
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At our locations NC Voter Photo IDs

Join our friends from the Durham County Board of Elections to learn about the new photo ID requirements to vote in North Carolina and get a free Voter Identification Card!
Next session:
Saturday, September 21 – 1:30-5 p.m.
East Regional Library
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Upcoming program Becoming Becoming Baba Yaga: Trickster, Feminist & Witch of the Woods

Monday, September 23 – 6-7:30 p.m.
Main Library

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Watch nationally recognized authors and speakers live online and check out an archive of past talks. Hear from bestsellers, prize winners, Smithsonian scientists, and more! Brought to you by the Durham Library Foundation.
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Durham Magazine: Best of Durham 2024 Readers' Favorite.

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