Our Stories: Baseball in the Barrio
Saturday, September 30, 2023
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10:30 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Cost:
Free
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2023-09-30 10:30:00
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Our Stories: Baseball in the Barrio
Baseball and softball in Chandler have been a social and cultural force for the Hispanic/Latino community. The baseball diamond provided a space for conversations that tackled the historical attitudes and prejudices against Mexican descendants. Speaker, Alex Nuñez, will discuss the role of baseball as a community engager at both the local and national levels.
Registration encouraged; walk-ins are also welcome.
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Our Stories presents diverse speakers who share unique Arizona and local history topics to a general audience throughout the year. This series is produced by the Chandler Museum and the Chandler Public Library, with support from the Friends of the Chandler Public Library.
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Baseball and softball in Chandler have been a social and cultural force for the Hispanic/Latino community. The baseball diamond provided a space for conversations that tackled the historical attitudes and prejudices against Mexican descendants. Speaker, Alex Nuñez, will discuss the role of baseball as a community engager at both the local and national levels.
Registration encouraged; walk-ins are also welcome.
Our Stories presents diverse speakers who share unique Arizona and local history topics to a general audience throughout the year. This series is produced by the Chandler Museum and the Chandler Public Library, with support from the Friends of the Chandler Public Library.