Join us to learn how Dia de los Muertos is celebrated in Spanish-speaking countries around the world, and share your own special family traditions.

We’ll read Felipa and the Day of the Dead by Birte Muller, create tissue paper marigolds, and write about important people, memories, and traditions in our lives. 

“Día de los Muertos is a tradition first practiced thousands of years ago by indigenous peoples such as the Aztecs and the Toltecs. They didn’t consider death the end of one’s existence but simply another chapter of life. Rather than grieve their dead, ancient Mexicans celebrated the lives of the deceased and honored their memories.” 

• Nadra Nittle

The Merry Barn’s Community Literacy Events are community gatherings that highlight creativity through read alouds and hands-on projects. Events are free and open to children, adults, and elders alike.

All events are held at the Merry Barn Writers’ Retreat, 417 River Road, Edgecomb. More Information can be found at www.merrybarn.com