What is Day of the Dead?
Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos) is a two day holiday that reunites the living and dead. Families create ofrendas (Offerings) to honor their departed family members that have passed. These altars are decorated with bright yellow marigold flowers, photos of the departed, and the favorite foods and drinks of the one being honored. The offerings are believed to encourage visits from the land of the dead as the departed souls hear their prayers, smell their foods and join in the celebrations!
Day of the Dead is a rare holiday for celebrating death and life. It is unlike any holiday where mourning is exchanged for celebration.
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Participate
There are several ways you can participate. You can donate any of the items listed below or sign up to be a volunteer.
Donations of the items listed below are welcome. If you are interested in donating items not listed, please contact our office at 214-670-8418.
- Candles (all colors)
- Face Paint
- Candy
- Hot Chocolate
- Pastries (Cakes, Mexican Sweet Bread)
- Sugar Skull Decorations
- Artificial Flowers (Marigolds, Roses)
If you have any questions about this event, please contact us at 214-670-8418.