This coming November 1 and 2 will be an important holiday for Hispanic cultures—Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead. This evening’s foodways presentation from food anthropologist Linda Wyner will take a look at the food traditions associated with the festivities. A writer, lecturer and cooking instructor, Linda will fill the hour with Read more...
Marigolds (Cempazuchitl) are a staple of Día de los Muertos ofrendas (altars). Their vibrant colors and strong scents are said to attract the souls of the departed back to the land of the living. Sandy Villegas of Luna’s Paper Designs will teach you step-by-step how to create marigold flowers and leaves from crepe paper to include Read more...
Skulls are popular symbols of Dia de Muertos in Mexican culture. The artist Alfonso Castillo Orta from Izúcar de Matamoros Puebla, was the first one to create a clay skull, decorated with Monarch butterflies and caterpillars representing the circle of life. Sandy Villegas of Luna’s Paper Designs will lead you through a papier mache skull Read more...
Rescheduled for fall! Butterflies flutter in and out of our lives regularly. Frequency of butterfly sightings fluctuates from season to season. Artist, Dee Taube has a fun project to bring these delicate creatures into your life permanently! Make a beautiful bracelet with crystal beads and a butterfly focal. All skill levels are welcome, and all Read more...