Hispanic Heritage Month continues with Storytime Sunday (Oct. 4), virtual ofrenda presentations, Halloween vs. Día de los Muertos workshops, more events

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors have proclaimed September 15 – October 15 to be Hispanic Heritage Month. Coconino County recognizes and honors the important contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in our community, said District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta.

Coconino County and the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) are offering a number of interactive events throughout the month that are open to the public. We invite you to join! See below for a calendar of events taking place this month!

Upcoming events include:

Oct. 4 — Story Time with Dani Donaldson
Oct. 5 — Music and Dance with Keillynée Martínez-Méndez, Diversity Team
Oct. 7 — Myths and Latinos Part II
Oct. 8 — Sustainablity Tools to Live By
Oct. 9 — Mental Wellness
Oct. 12 — Education on Día de los Muertos Altarswith Michael Cruz
Oct. 13 — Halloween vs. Día de los Muertos with Frank Moraga
Oct. 14 — Día delos Muertos Altar Preparation with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces
Oct. 15 — The Diary of a Dreamer

Also see:

Photo of Frank X. Moraga’s family altar / ofrenda courtesy of the Museum of Northern Arizona.

Museum of Northern Arizona to present: Day of the Dead Decoded: Ofrendas 101

Facebook Live on Oct. 7, 2 pm

A centuries-old tradition, ofrendas are an integral aspect of Day of the Dead. Join members of Nuestras Raices for an interactive discussion of the origins of these ritual alters and the symbolism behind them. To have a loved ones photo included in the community ofrenda at MNA, email ageorge@musnaz.org.