Category: History and Holidays

  • Q&A with Gordon McNeer: Bilingual Poet, Professor, and Director of Valparaíso USA

    In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dr. Gordon McNeer discusses his experiences writing and translating English and Spanish poetry, his role as the director of the bilingual poetry press Valparaíso Editions USA, and the importance of poetry in beginner Spanish classes.

  • 13 Must-Read Asian American and Pacific Islander Books

    Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these stories by AAPI authors who have shaped the culture and history of America.

  • 13 Books that Help You Help the Earth

    Earth Day is a day dedicated to the perennial global movement for change to make the world healthier and more sustainable for all. Celebrate Earth Day by reading about our great planet!

  • 5 Books for St. Patrick’s Day

    Here are five great reads to help you get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit.

  • 5 Books to Read for the Chinese New Year

    Immerse yourself in Chinese and Chinese American culture in celebration of the Chinese New Year!

  • Juneteenth

    Juneteenth commemorates the last day slavery existed in the U.S. Learn more about this holiday created by freemen and freewomen.

  • Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Voice

    Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s voice as he fought for freedom in segregated America.

  • Celebrating Arabic Literature on Arabic Language Day

    Arabic Language Day is December 18 in honor of the 1973 decision to make Arabic an official UN language.