This is the fourth year for this celebration. Last year our Día de los Muertos event brought thousands of people to the 6th Avenue Business District. It increased awareness of our Spanish speaking Sister Cities, Boca del Rio, Mexico and Cienfuegos, Cuba, and introduced the community to a life affirming celebration with music, art and food. We will continue to cross- promote other Día de los Muertos activities throughout Tacoma. The very first Tacoma Día de los Muertos celebration was held in 2002 in the 6th Ave Business District.
Before Event:
Weekly family art and education classes at Tacoma Framemakers begin September 12 through October 19 on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Classes include making flower crowns, butterfly masks, papel picado and other traditional crafts. Go to the website www.cienfuegossistercity.org to register for these FREE classes. Space is limited so you must pre-register. This program is coordinated by Martha Cabello.
