Social Events
Join us for complimentary breakfast, breaks, and our Bienvenidos/Welcome Reception! Please note that all meals are first come, first served and while supplies last.
Thursday, September 18
Pre-Conference and Tours Complimentary Breakfast
Raspberry and cheese croissants, overnight oats, vegetarian quiche, blueberry muffins, fruit, and chilled juice with coffee and tea.
8:00 a.m.
4th Floor Foyer
Bienvenidos / Welcome Reception (Free)
Kick off NRC by joining fellow conference attendees for this informal yet intimate reception. Enjoy light appetizers, a cash bar with soft drink options, and the chance to mingle with Reformistas from across the country. Long Beach Taquería will be serving chicken tinga, carne asada, and veggie tacos with assorted toppings and sides.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Beacon Ballrooms
Friday, September 19
Opening Keynote Complimentary Coffee and Tea
8:00 a.m.
4th Floor Foyer
Continental Breakfast
Yogurt, baked goods, fruit, chilled juice with coffee and tea
9:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall
Children’s Authors Luncheon
Join us for a panel program with California-based children's authors and illustrators: Isabel Quintero, Mirelle Ortega, Marcelo Verdad & Karla Valenti.
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Break
Spinach and artichoke dip, tomato hummus, and vegetable crudité with assorted soft drinks.
4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall
Noche de Cuentos & Lotería (Free)
Noche de Cuentos will showcase storytellers Antonio Sacre, Irania Macias & Yosimar Reyes in an enchanting evening of performances celebrating the richness of Latino heritage and culture. Afterward, enjoy a game of lotería hosted by Mike Alfaro from Millennial Loteria, with a chance to win prizes.
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 20
Continental Breakfast
Yogurt, baked goods, fruit, chilled juice with coffee and tea.
8:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall
Author Luncheon: Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology
Join the Library of America for a panel program with California-based poets featured in Latino Poetry: The Library of America Anthology: Luis J. Rodriguez & William Archila.
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon Break
Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese and whole grain mustard, cinnamon churros with Ibarra chocolate sauce, assorted soft drinks.
4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall
Fiesta & Awards Celebration
This exciting celebration will feature awards, memories, dinner, dancing, and fun. This year’s ceremony will also highlight the inaugural REFORMA National Book Award.
7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Sunday, September 21
Continental Breakfast
Yogurt, baked goods, fruit, chilled juice with coffee and tea.
8:30 a.m.
Exhibit Hall
Closing Session & Keynote with Dr. Gina Ann Garcia
11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.