Community gathers to celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Armona Dia de los Muertos celebrates loved ones and the community

The Kings Cultural Center in Armona hosted its annual Dia de los Muertos event Sunday, Oct. 26 as a way of celebrating loved ones who have died and the community itself.

Community gathers to celebrate Dia de los Muertos

MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — During this time, many people are preparing their altars, also known as ofrendas, ready for a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors the lives of deceased loved ones. Multiple days are celebrated, each being for a special reason. When it comes to Dia de los Muertos, every detail tells a story. The Mission Historical Museum provides free space each year for eight to 14 ofrendas where the public can visit and l…

Fairfield community gathers to celebrate Día de los Muertos

By Ashley Sharp The Fairfield community gathered Thursday night to celebrate the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos, which translates to the Day of the Dead. It serves as a time to remember and honor the dead, and as the tradition teaches, when those we have loved and lost come back to visit. The City of Fairfield invited the community to come together for both remembrance and celebration, featuring a candlelight walk around the city hall pond, …