"Dia De Los Muertos" celebration at La Luz Center

09.28.09 | By DFP in: Press Releases

Please begin your journey by joining us at the La Luz Center in Booker Hall, celebrating 20 years of service to the community, for "Dia De Los Muertos", "The Day of the Dead".
The 'Alter de Muertos" tradition is based on the belief that during this time of year the souls of the dead can visit their relatives in this world: candle lights are guides for each soul to their respective altar, so when they arrive they can eat what has been prepared for them.

The Day of the Dead has its roots in the indigenous rites held during the Aztez "ochpanizli" and "teotleco" months. In these months there were offerings of "Zimpoaixuchitl" flowers and tamales to the gods of the community right after the harvest (end of October, beginning of November). Today as well as in the Pre-Columbian days, this celebration takes place in a joyful mood, because it has the goal of fertility's renovation.

Come see beautiful Alters made by local residents, the Teen Center and Noestra Voz in honoring loved ones who left us before our time. Visit the Teen Center on Friday October 23rd at 7:00 p.m. to learn how to make Sugar Skulls and Alters all traditional items displayed out of respect for the dead.

Starting on Sunday November 1st from1:00 till 4:00 p.m. come to the La Luz Center at 17560 Greger Street to see all of the beautiful and heart felt Alters on Display. After your visit, continue your journey to the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art (address) from 4 till 5:00 p.m. for music and Alter viewing and then wander over to the Sonoma Valley Community Center (address) for a reception with food and beverage and the viewing of an exceptional community Alter.

Another viewing will take place on Monday November 2nd from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the La Luz Center and will include local traditional foods, beverage and music.