The Springfield City Library invited an acclaimed author for a special Hispanic Heritage Month discussion Tuesday evening.

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield City Library invited an acclaimed author for a special Hispanic Heritage Month discussion Tuesday evening.


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Puerto Rican author Esmeralda Santiago spoke about her published works that delve into the experience of Puerto Rican women in the U.S.

This was an opportunity for the community to explore her stories’ themes of memory, family, and resilience and continue the conversations sparked by her writing. “Esmerelda writes for women, she’s a feminist and it empowers our community,” says Library Partner Haydee Lamberty Rodriguez. “We are excited to have that conversation with her.”

The library will be holding book club meetings starting October 24th to discuss all of Santiago’s works.

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