Vol. 52, No.42
Serving the San Gabriel Valley Since 1966
October 29, 2014
Special Section
Local Events
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Halloween
Halloween is one of the most favorite holidays children love because it is associated with costumes and getting lots of candy. But, what do we really know
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about Halloween? Halloween is celebrated on October 31st every year. Reference books tell us that the name Halloween means “hallowed” or “holy evening” because it takes place the night before All Saints’ Day. There are many superstitions that surround Halloween. History tells us that long ago the Celts believed that on Halloween “the souls of the dead were allowed to return to their homes.” And, it was told that in England some of the villagers and farmers would build huge bonfires and kept them burning all night long to frighten away the evil spirits. Also, the Druids, an order of priests in ancient Gaul and Britain, “believed that on Halloween ghosts, spirits, fairies, witches and elves came out to harm people.” But after many many years, superstitions have lessoned for most and Halloween has become a festival of
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parties for people young and old, dressing up in all kinds of costumes. Halloween has also traditionally been associated with symbols. In England apples are in connected with Halloween just like pumpkins are popular in the U.S. Today for most people, Halloween is a light-hearted holiday and gets us ready for Thanksgiving. The most important thing to remember is to “trick or treat” safely. Wear costumes that don’t hinder your vision. Bring flashlights so you can see where you are going. Wear reflective items on your clothing so drivers can see you. Don’t go out alone – go with adults. Check with your local communities to see what other events they are sponsoring. Please remember that whatever you are doing for Halloween -- do it safely. HAPPY HALLO WEEN TO EVERYONE!
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Dia de los Muertos
History tells us that Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a 2-day festival that takes place every November 1st and 2nd. This celebration is strongly associated with Mexico, however, Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Latin American cultures. Typically, the celebration honors the lives of the dead by celebrating with
food, drink and activities that the dead enjoyed in life. Those who believe in these traditions, feel that on Dia de los Muertos, “the dead are also a part of the community, awakened from their eternal sleep to share celebrations with their loved ones.” Some of the most familiar symbols seen on Dia de los Muertos are the skulls
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and skeletons, or in Spanish known as “calaveras and calacas.” Dia de los Muertos in Catholicism is known as All Saints Day (November 1st) and All Souls Day November 2) and are celebrated accordingly. This much honored tradition is a wonderful way to remember those in your life that have passed on, but forever live in your heart.
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