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Terrace Talks

Previously Recorded Terrace Talks

As a part of our events schedule, the library offers a series of educational presentations on the Bertelli Terrace, mainly during the fall and winter months. These events are meant to educate audiences on a range of topics ranging from aspects of local Oaxacan history to niche interests presented by enthusiastic speakers. Tickets go on sale 30 days prior to an event.

Our terrace has a limited seating capacity for presentations and fills up fast so reserve tickets for any events as early as possible. Please only register for events that you plan to attend. You must check-in at the event at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the event. Unclaimed seats will be offered to those on the waiting list 5 minutes prior to the start time. Many of our presentation are now live streamed so you can also enjoy them from the comfort of your home. For presentations that are live streamed, you will see "Live Stream" as one of the ticketing options.

Guests are welcome to be added to the waiting list, in person at the door, 30 minutes before the event for sold out events. This first come, first served list will offer any unclaimed spots for the presentations. 

 

Presentations take place on the 2nd floor terrace of the Library.

 

Seating in the 1st floor salon can be arranged for those unable to access the terrace. The presentation will be via video stream for those in the salon. The OLL must be notified a minimum 7 days in advance if you require 1st floor salon seating.

If you have further questions about our policies regarding events, you will presented an opportunity to review these policies before completing your purchase. For a full OLL policy listing visit our policies page.

To view a listing of events you have signed up for use the "Sign into Website" link on the upper left corner just under the header of each webpage.

Click here to see our event refunds policy.

  • Talk - Opera for Everybody -  La Sonambula (VincenzoBellini)
    Talk - Opera for Everybody -  La Sonambula (VincenzoBellini)
    Dec 05, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    This is an opera preview by Harvey Nystrom the evening before the simulcast live performance at the Met
  • Talk - Opera for Everybody -  Andrea Chernier
    Talk - Opera for Everybody -  Andrea Chernier
    Dec 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    This is an opera preview by Harvey Nystrom the evening before the simulcast live performance at the Met
  • Talk - Noche de Rábanos, A Harvest of Creativity and Tradition (1)
    Talk - Noche de Rábanos, A Harvest of Creativity and Tradition (1)
    Dec 22, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM CST
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Thousands of visitors and residents crowd the Oaxaca de Juarez Zócalo every December 23- many waiting for hours to view the Night of the Radishes competition
  • Talk - Deconstructing the Christmas Story: An Historical Approach to the Nativity
    Talk - Deconstructing the Christmas Story: An Historical Approach to the Nativity
    Dec 26, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    How much of the nativity story is historically verifiable? How to explain the elements that may not be? We will analyze the Annunciation and Nativity stories using modern tools of biblical scholarship, along with recent developments in psychology, archeology and literary analysis.
  • Talk - The Cuban Revolution with a Special Focus on the Women of the Revolution
    Talk - The Cuban Revolution with a Special Focus on the Women of the Revolution
    Jan 08, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details coming
  • Talk - Opera for Everybody -  I Puritani
    Talk - Opera for Everybody -  I Puritani
    Jan 09, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    This is an opera preview by Harvey Nystrom the evening before the simulcast live performance at the Met
  • Talk - Transgender Experiences: Understanding Dysphoria
    Talk - Transgender Experiences: Understanding Dysphoria
    Jan 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details coming
  • Talk - Climate Action in 2026: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
    Talk - Climate Action in 2026: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
    Jan 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – Jan 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    This presentation will weave together glances at our emerging global clean energy economy, the emerging consequences of climate change, and the thorny challenges of climate politics. Afterwards, we’ll have a conversation.
  • Talk - The Price of Heritage: How Gentrification and Tourism Reshape Oaxaca (1)
    Talk - The Price of Heritage: How Gentrification and Tourism Reshape Oaxaca (1)
    Jan 21, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM CST
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
  • Talk - La Costa de Oaxaca.
    Talk - La Costa de Oaxaca.
    Jan 26, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM CST
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    a developing project on the eight regions of Oaxaca. This presentation is in cooperation with the Welte Research Institute of Oaxaca and the proceeds will be shared with the Welte in support of its mission
  • Talk - Captivated by Blue: How indigo is Made in Oaxaca (1)
    Talk - Captivated by Blue: How indigo is Made in Oaxaca (1)
    Jan 27, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM CST
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Indigo is a beloved dye throughout the world with a rich and dark history. It is a dye that captivates us, but how many of us know about how it gets made. Would it surprise you to hear that this magnificent blue dye comes from the green leaves of plants?
  • Talk - The Demise of Maximilian and Carlota: Mexico's Last Imperial Rulers
    Talk - The Demise of Maximilian and Carlota: Mexico's Last Imperial Rulers
    Jan 29, 2026, 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    The Strange Demise of Maximilian and Carlota: Mexico's Last Imperial Rulers
  • Talk - Burned by Billionaires - How Concentrated  Wealth and Power Are Ruining Our Lives and Planet
    Talk - Burned by Billionaires - How Concentrated  Wealth and Power Are Ruining Our Lives and Planet
    Jan 30, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Chuck Collins, a leading scholar of economic inequality, chronicles how the actions of the top .01% have severe consequences for the rest of us.
  • Talk - Cloud Watcher: The Life of a Fire Lookout
    Talk - Cloud Watcher: The Life of a Fire Lookout
    Feb 03, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details to follow
  • Talk - The Basilica of San Pietro in Vaticano
    Talk - The Basilica of San Pietro in Vaticano
    Feb 04, 2026, 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details coming
  • Talk - Returning & Deported Migrants
    Talk - Returning & Deported Migrants
    Feb 05, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details to follow
  • Feb 10, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Details to follow
  • Talk - Teaching about the Environment with Cartooning
    Talk - Teaching about the Environment with Cartooning
    Feb 11, 2026, 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM
    Oaxaca de Juárez, Calle de José María Pino Suárez 519, RUTA INDEPENDENCIA, Centro, 68000 Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax., Mexico
    Peter Kuper
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