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Event:Wikicurious - Editing to the Beat Miami

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Start and end time12:00, 30 August 2025 – 17:30, 30 August 2025
Timezone: America/New_York
Number of participants29 participants

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Wikicurious: Editing to the Beat Miami
DateAugust 30, 2025 (5 months ago) (2025-08-30)
Time12pm ― 5:30pm
Duration5 hours
VenueMiami-Dade Public Library, Miami, Florida
Location101 W Flagler St.
Coordinates25.774362°, -80.19718°
ThemeEditing articles about Latin Music™
The building of the Miami-Dade Public Library.

Wikicurious: Editing to the Beat Miami is happening on Saturday, August 30, 2025 hosted by WikiLatinos, Wikimedia NYC and the Miami-Dade Public Library. Calling all Wikipedia editors and aspiring editors, come join us to share in the experience of editing articles about Caribbean and Latin Music.

We'll learn about the history of the two musical styles (including from our special guest, Tito Puente Jr.), receive personalized training on how to use Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons, and connect with likeminded people.

Whether you're a seasoned editor or new to the world of wikis, this event is perfect for anyone looking to learn, collaborate, and have a great time. Bring your laptop, and get ready to groove while simultaneously making a positive impact in the world of online knowledge sharing. We'll also engage with projects such as WikiProject Latin Music and WikiProject Latino and Hispanic heritage, and will encourage editing on both English and Spanish Wikipedia.

All attendees are subject to Wikimedia NYC's Code of Conduct.

About Wikicurious:

Wikicurious is a beginner-level series that trains participants how to edit and participate on Wikimedia wikis and sites. Wikicurious started in 2024 with events throughout NYC and has since expanded nationally. Wikicurious is supported by Craig Newmark Philanthropies.

About Wikimedia NYC:

Founded in 2009, Wikimedia NYC is one of two U.S. Wikimedia affiliate chapters of the Wikimedia Foundation. We help promote free access to the world's knowledge in support of Wikipedia and the other projects of the Wikimedia Foundation.

About WikiLatinos:

We aim to add and enhance Wikipedia articles about topics relevant to Latino culture and heritage, both in English and Spanish. We also aim to build a Latino presence on Wikipedia.

Details

Please Register here AND on our Eventbrite page.

Attendees will need a Wikipedia account to edit pages. Please create your account (in the top right corner) before the event. Please note that Wikipedia usernames are public. It is recommended for you to use a pseudonym or nickname for your username, rather than your real name.

  • Date: August 30, 2025
  • Time: 12pm ― 5:30pm
  • Location: Miami, Florida
  • Coordinates: 25.77454°, -80.19728°
  • Equipment: Please bring your own laptop to edit.
  • Refreshments: Light bites and drinks will be provided.
  • Translation: The program will be in English and Spanish; interpretation equipment and electronic translation units will be provided for all guests who need it.

For further questions, contact info(_AT_)wikimedianyc.org.

Parking & Arrival Instructions

Main Library address: 101 West Flagler Street Miami, FL 33130

  • Entrance: there are stairs on the 1st St side, and a ramp and stairs on Flagler. The event will be happening in the Arva McCabe Auditorium, which is on the left once you enter the lobby.
  • Parking: Parking is available in the West Lot parking garage ( 232 NW 2nd St, Miami, FL 33132) and the library can validate; it is a flat rate of $5 for the day.
  • Public Transit: the nearest Metro (Rail and Mover) stop is Government Center. The library is the plaza next door on the south side. Some of the buses that have stops near the library are 100, 11, 2, 208, 7, 77, 109, 110, 3, 21, 207, 211, and 401.

Agenda

12 – 12:30 p.m Welcome + Opening the Day
12:30 – 1:30 p.m Training on Wikipedia + WikiCommons
1:30 – 1:45 p.m Speaker: Tito Puente Jr.
1:45 – 3:45 p.m Edit-a-thon / Open Spin (20 min each) in the back
3:45 – 4:15 p.m Share out & prizes
4:15 – 5:30 p.m Latin Dance Class: Salsa, Bachata, and more! Beginner friendly. Instructor from Karibe Dance Studio.

Additional resources

More resources can be found by clicking on the File Folder "Resources" icon towards the top of the page.

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Partners

Thank you to our partner organizations for supporting this event:


Afro-Latin@ Forum

International Salsa Museum
Karibe Dance Studio Latin Recording Academy
Latinegras.com
Pérez Art Museum Miami Poderistas Project Pulso