Downtown Bend: Know Death - Dia de Los Muertos Presentation | |
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Event Type: Adult Program Age Group(s): Adult Date: 11/5/2017 Start Time: 2:00 PM End Time: 3:30 PM Description: Come hear about the traditions, help build an “ofrenda," and enjoy music and dance performances.
Library: Downtown Bend Public LibraryDia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican celebration that has its roots in ancient indigenous culture. Over time, it has created many symbolic and artistic ways in which to honor a family’s ancestors. The meaning of each symbol and artistic part of a traditional “ofrenda” (altar/table to display photos of ancestors) will be explained. A large and elaborate “ofrenda” will be available to welcome a photo of your favorite ancestor. Come enjoy Mexican dance and folk music performances by: Renee Gonzalez and the students from Bear Creek Folk Ballet Group Miguel de Alonso, guitar; Billy Mickleson, cello: Brad Porterfield, guitarra de son; Yolanda Alicia, vocalist *cr* Location: Brooks Room Contact: Liz Goodrich Contact Number: 541-312-1032 |