Tuesday, October 20, 2009

☞ LISTEN: Oscar Hijuelos & Esmeralda Santiago

Tuesday, October 20th, 6:30-8:30 PM at El Museo del Barrio. In collaboration with the New York Times, highlighting the ever-growing influence of Latinos on culture and literature, don't miss a conversación with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Oscar Hijuelos (Dark Dude and Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love) and award-winning writer Esmeralda Santiago (When I Was Puerto Rican: A Memoir and Almost a Woman). Authors will share insights into their sources of inspiration, delve into the influence of culture on their works, and discuss the evolving use of language. Moderated by New York Times reporter Mireya Navarro. Go to the El Museo website to reserve tickets: LINK. El Museo del Barrio is located at 1230 Fifth Avenue at 104th Street. Closest train is the 2,3 express at 110th Street or the 6 train at 103rd.

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