Dia de los Meurtos to be celebrated in Downey

DOWNEY - Dia de los Muertos, a Mexican holiday that celebrates the memory of deceased relatives, will be celebrated with a cultural festival at the Downey Theatre on Nov. 3.Taking place inside the theater and outdoor civic center, the festival will include local artisans featuring alter displays and an art gallery exhibit, live music and dancing, an outdoor art car exhibition, a schedule of live folkloric dance on the main stage and two screenings of the 1960 Mexican film "Marcario." In the theater courtyard, vendors will be selling Dia de los Muertos-related merchandise. A kid's zone offers interactive papel picado demonstrations, face painting and decorating calaveras (sugar skulls). The festival will also feature seven food trucks offering various cuisines, and a beer and wine garden. The family-friendly event is from 11 a.m. to 8 a.m. and free to the public. For more information, including details on how to participate in the festival, call Amber Vogel at (562) 904-7230 or e-mail info@downeytheatre.org.

********** Published: Aug. 22, 2013 - Volume 12 - Issue 19