Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos is here! This Mexican holiday is celebrated by many in Maine and around the world from the 31st of October to the 2nd of November.  It is a festive holiday that honors deceased loved ones. In this short video Laura Urtuzuastegui, co-owner of El Corazon Restaurante, shares about Día de los Muertos and our community altar.All are invited to celebrate together by contributing to this community altar at Portland Restaurante El Corazon (190 State St, Portland, ME) . Bring a picture or a favorite object that reminds you of a loved one passed or pick up a candle from restaurant co-owner Laura Urtuzuastegui. Take the candle home and decorate it with words and pictures that remind you of the people who have passed on in your life. Once decorated, you can contribute it to the community altar. Join us to fill our community with light. 

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