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Día Nacional de Concientización Latina sobre el SIDA

National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day
2026-10-17 12:00:00 2026-10-17 14:00:00 America/Chicago Día Nacional de Concientización Latina sobre el SIDA Ven y únete a la conmemoración anual que busca crear conciencia sobre el impacto del VIH/SIDA en las comunidades latinas de Estados Unidos.Presentado en inglés y español. Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB

Saturday, October 17
12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Meadows Community Rooms AB

Ven y únete a la conmemoración anual que busca crear conciencia sobre el impacto del VIH/SIDA en las comunidades latinas de Estados Unidos.Presentado en inglés y español.

El Día Nacional de Concientización sobre el VIH/SIDA en la Comunidad Latina (NLAAD) invita a las personas, organizaciones y comunidades a unirse en la lucha contra el VIH/SIDA y a promover la equidad en salud para las poblaciones latinas.

Esta es una oportunidad para promover la educación, la defensa de los derechos y el apoyo a la comunidad, con el objetivo de reducir el estigma relacionado con el VIH/SIDA y proporcionar información esencial sobre la prevención, las pruebas de detección y el tratamiento. Presentado por Open Door Health Center of Illinois en colaboración con la biblioteca Publica Gail Borden.

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Come and join us for the annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on Latino communities in the United States. Presented in English and Spanish. 

National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD) invites individuals, organizations, and communities to unite in the fight against HIV/AIDS and promote health equity for Latino populations. 

This is an opportunity to promote education, advocacy, and community support, with the goal of reducing HIV/AIDS-related stigma and providing essential information about prevention, testing, and treatment. 
Presented by Open Door Health Center of Illinois in collaboration with Gail Borden Public Library. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol |

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Main Library - Grove Room
Conoce una ofrenda tradicional del Día de Muertos y el significado de sus elementos. Ven y disfruta de esta experiencia.
Spooky Halloween Train and Artist Pumpkin Contest
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Drop in to see the spectacular Halloween model train & vote on the scariest pumpkin.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Muestra de arte del Día de Muertos- - Day of the Dead Art Display
Sat, Oct 17, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
Disfruta de las obras de Círculo de Artistas Latinos, celebrando la belleza, las tradiciones y el significado cultural del Día de los Muertos.
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Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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Supported Stories & Play: Spooky Stories - Best for ages 3-6 - All ages welcome
Sat, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
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Día Nacional de Concientización Latina sobre el SIDA - National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day
Sat, Oct 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Ven y únete a la conmemoración anual que busca crear conciencia sobre el impacto del VIH/SIDA en las comunidades latinas de Estados Unidos.Presentado en inglés y español.
Ofrenda Elements Craft: Build the Meaning Behind the Altar - Bilingual (English and Spanish)
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