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Dia de los Muertos event features altars, mariachi, dancing and more

Thomas Brostrom-Rich, Staff Photographer
November 3, 2023
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Dancers, from left, Isabel Vasquez, 15, Milly Reyes, 17, Naomi Ramirez, 14, Yoselin Ortega, 22, and Milly Simon, 22, are ready to perform a traditional dance on Nov. 1 at St. George Youth Center in Isla Vista, Calif. This dance originated from Guerrero, Mexico.
A traditional alter is presented on Dia de Los Muertos, meaning Day of the Dead on Wednesday, Nov. 1  in Isla Vista, Calif. The day is celebrated each year by all Mexicans giving thanks by presenting gifts, food, lit candles, and photographs of those who have passed away. (Thomas Brostrom-Rich)
Dancers get ready to perform at St. George Youth center on Wednesday, Nov. 1 in Isla Vista, Calif.  This holiday is also known as All Souls day to the Catholic community. (Thomas)
A celebration for Dia de Los Muertos was hosted at the St. Goerge Youth Center on Wednesday, Nov. 1 in Isla Vista, Calif.  This holiday is a day that many celebrate by respecting and giving thanks to those who have passed away.
(Thom)
Naomi Ramirez, 14, front, and Yoselin Ortega, 22, back, perform the traditional dance in celebration of Dia de Los Muertos, on Wednesday, Nov.1 in Isla Vista, Calif. The festivities were seen by a relatively small audience outside of St. George Youth Center, who hosted the event.
Mariano Martinez, 9, is seen practicing his lasso skills on Nov. 1 in Isla Vista, Calif. The young boy is partaking in the festivities at St. George Youth Center, on Dia de Los Muertos, a day of celebration and respect for ancestors, family, and friends whom have passed away.
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