Hispanic Heritage Month has officially started in Arlington, offering a carousel of events to celebrate the vast Hispanic culture. According to the City of Arlington, the festivities, which began on Sunday and will run until October 15, are set to honor Hispanic history and its impact on the community through a range of family-friendly activities.

The City of Arlington has many events lined up, aiming to simultaneously engage and educate. For book lovers, local Hispanic author Miguel Briones, known for his bilingual children's story 'Macho no Machismo,' will be on hand for author talks. Avid crafters can look forward to creating 'DIY Mini Piñatas' and learning the art of 'hojalata,' a traditional Mexican craft. Those looking to effortlessly expand their culinary skills can join the Taste of East cooking workshops every Saturday morning.

The East Library and Recreation Center will notably feature a Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, brimming with wellness activities and demonstrations in Spanish. Bilingual Storytime will also take place every Thursday for children and families to enjoy Hispanic tales. To add a technological twist, there's a chance to learn 3D printing with a focus on designing sugar skulls, a well-known symbol associated with the Hispanic Dia de los Muertos tradition.

Music enthusiasts should not miss out on the free concert featuring Del Castillo and Los Juanos at Levitt Pavilion on September 20. If you want to further celebrate, mark your calendars for the 3rd annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on October 5. Levitt Pavilion encourages attendees to bring along blankets, lawn chairs, and coolers, just no glass containers, to enjoy the open seating and the atmosphere.