Students called upon the spirits of their loved ones to honor and be present with them in creating “papel picado” after Candy Angel-Diaz, also known as the “Nepantlera Art-ivist” blessed the room with ...

XOCHIMILCO, Mexico — Mexican artisans are struggling to preserve the traditional manufacture of paper cut-out decorations long used in altars for the Day of the Dead. Defying increasingly popular mass ...

Join us for a hands-on Day of the Dead workshop exploring the meaning behind this vibrant Mexican tradition. Participants will learn about papel picado, colorful paper banners that honor ancestors, ...

Poway Library had several craft tables, two dancing groups and an ofrenda, or family altar, to honor friends and family members who have passed at its Dia de los Muertos event on Saturday. Volunteers ...

Contrary to popular belief, Día de los Muertos is not a continuation of Halloween or a Mexican version of the holiday, though the two share some traditions. And despite its translated name, Day of the ...

Let’s get one thing straight: Día de los Muertos is not Mexican Halloween. Sure, it’s got skulls, candles and color, but the vibe couldn’t be more different. While Halloween is about jump scares and ...