As autumn approaches, let movies be the guide to a season of discovery and reflection. Check out themes, movies, and event ideas for September below!

September 15th - October 15th

• Partner with local dance studios that offer salsa, bachata, merengue, or flamenco classes for a fun and active event where your community can learn a few new dance moves.
• Host a story stroll in your park featuring a Hispanic children’s book. Simply add signs that feature pages from the book in a chronological order along your park’s pathways. Make sure to include both the English and Spanish translations, and consider choosing a book that promotes confidence, teamwork or diversity.

September 12th 

Host a video game tournament with popular multiplayer games like FIFA, Super Smash Bros., or Mario Kart. Create gaming zones with different consoles and VR setups. Award prizes to winners and set up retro gaming stations for casual play. View movie recommendations here.

September 23rd

Create a cozy fall-themed atmosphere with a pumpkin carving contest, apple cider tasting, and a bonfire that will help keep attendees warm during the outdoor movie screening.

September 25th 

Host a superhero movie marathon showcasing films based on popular comic book characters. Encourage attendees to dress up as their own, imagined superhero, and hold a costume contest with prizes. View movie recommendations here. 

National Wildlife Day: September 4

Read a Book Day: September 6th

Grandparents Day: September 8th

National Teddy Bear Day: September 9th

Roald Dahl Day: September 13th

Batman Day: September 16th

World Cartoon Day: September 18th

The Day Forrest Gump Stopped Running: September 22nd

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