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SUMMARY:Altars at the Rinconcito de Esperanza
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Rinconcito de Esperanza to view dozens of Día de Muertos altars made by members of our community for our annual Día de Muertos celebration! \nAltars\, known as ofrendas\, hold profound significance in the vibrant tradition of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). These meticulously crafted altars serve as a poignant homage to departed loved ones\, intertwining Aztec rituals with Catholic influences. Originating in Mexico\, this tradition dates back thousands of years to pre-Columbian times when indigenous communities honored their deceased through rituals coinciding with the harvest season. \nAltars are adorned with marigolds\, papel picado (cut paper)\, candles\, incense\, and the favorite foods\, drinks\, and belongings of the departed. Photos and personal mementos evoke the memories and spirits of the deceased\, bridging the gap between the living and the dead\, creating a space for remembrance\, celebration\, and the belief that the souls of the departed return to commune with their families on this sacred day. \nAltars serve as a focal point of love\, remembrance\, and cultural identity\, offering a beautiful way to honor ancestors and keep their legacies alive for future generations. \nViewing hours are 10am to 5pm each day until the 8th of November. \nFor questions\, call us at 210-228-0201. \n– – \nStreet Parking Only
URL:https://esperanzacenter.org/event/altars-at-the-rinconcito-de-esperanza/
LOCATION:Rinconcito de Esperanza\, 816 S Colorado (@ Guadalupe St)\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78207
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SUMMARY:Día de Muertos @ Rinconcito
DESCRIPTION:Join us in honoring our antepasados and conserving the traditions of our Mexican heritage and the Westside at our annual Día de Muertos celebration\nRinconcito de Esperanza \n816 S. Colorado\, San Antonio\, TX 78207\nFriday\, November 1\, 2024\, at 4:00 PM \nAdmission is free! \nView the cempasúchil planted by la comunidad\, appreciate the beauty of our community tapete\, dance to live music\, and walk with us during our procession. Bring your friends & family to enjoy this FREE event. There will be displays of community altars/ofrendas\, face painting\, food\, and more! \nBring flowers\, candles\, and reprinted photos of those who you want to make offerings to this year. Email digital photos to ofrendas@esperanzacenter.org by October 29. \nWe will have a community procession through the Westside from the Rinconcito to the Alázan-Apache Courts joined by the danzantes Kalpulli Ayolopaktzin.\, so please join us! Folks are welcome to dress up and bring an instrument or noise maker for the procession. \nMujerArtes Cooperativa de Esperanza will be holding their annual Día de Muertos Exhibit and Sale starting October 28 through November 2. The studio will be open from 9 AM till 4 PM. \nOur live musical performances will begin at 5 PM.\n5:00 PM …… Conjunto Heritage Taller\n6:00 PM …… Procession\n6:15 PM …… Henry Gomez & Mariachi Esperanza with Blanca Rosa\n7:00 PM …… Rito & Hunter\n8:00 PM …… Panfilo’s Güera ………………………..\n9:00 PM …… Bene Medina y Conjunto Aguila \nDJ Despeinada will be playing music from 4 – 10 PM \nSpecial thanks to Mary Agnes Rodriguez for our official Día de Muertos artwork.
URL:https://esperanzacenter.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-2024/
LOCATION:Rinconcito de Esperanza\, 816 S Colorado (@ Guadalupe St)\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78207
CATEGORIES:Festival,Performance
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