Cavendish Historical Society hosts Day of the Dead celebration Nov. 2

A two-day holiday most associated with Mexican communities, Dia de los Muertos  — Day of the Dead — is a time to reunite the living and the dead.

The Cavendish Historical Society is hosting a celebration from 3:3o to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Cavendish-Fletcher Community Library, 573 Main St. in Proctorsville.

Families and communities create “ofrendas” (altars) to honor those who have passed and to encourage their return at this time of year. Far from a dark and somber occasion, it is a celebration filled with good food, laughter, memories and fun.

Beginning at 3:30 p.m. there will be a workshop to create items for the community ofrenda, including papel picado (paper cuts), paper flowers, tin ornaments, masks, vase/candle holders, “sugar skulls” and more. A potluck supper will take place immediately following the workshop (5:30 to 7 p.m.).

This event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcomed and appreciated. For more information call 802-226-7807 or e-mail margocaulfield@icloud.com.