• Celebration Culmination – Day of the Dead Series

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    Join as we break down this year's Day of the Dead altar. A member of Ensamble Folclorico Colibri will teach participants an easy ceremonial dance and we'll be guided in meditation to reflect on our ancestors. All activities are free and will take place at Avenidas, 450 Bryan Street, Palo Alto. Call (650) 289-5400 for […]

  • “Coco” The Movie, Cookies & Crafts – Day of the Dead Series

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    Watch "Coco," Disney's Day of The Dead movie. After the movie, decorate sugar skull cookies and make papel picado and tissue marigolds. All ages welcome. All activities are free and will take place at Avenidas, 450 Bryan Street, Palo Alto. Call (650) 289-5400 for more information or to register.

  • Aging Wisely, Grief Transitions – Day of the Dead Series

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    In honor of those we have lost, let us gather to discuss how grief, mourning and rituals have evolved, ways to create new beginnings from sad endings, and renewing our spirits. All activities are free and will take place at Avenidas, 450 Bryan Street, Palo Alto. Call (650) 289-5400 for more information or to register.

  • Day of the Dead Altar Exhibit and Open Mic

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    Join us for a special Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead celebration! We’ll kick the evening off with complimentary refreshments and a happy hour exhibit of our Community Altar (Ofrenda). Following that, we’ll move into the attached ‘Blue Room’ space for The Final Curtain: An Open-Mic Night on Death, Dying, and Grief. Grab a […]

  • Film Screening and Discussion: “Spoiler Alert”

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    Every month, the Avenidas Rainbow Collective will screen movies that appeal to the LGBTQ community. Enjoy free admission, popcorn, and beverages! Community discussion to follow film screening, led by a Mission Hospice team member. Now Showing: Spoiler Alert Drama/Comedy. Writer Michael Ausiello embarks on a roller-coaster ride of emotions when his partner gets diagnosed with […]

  • Calling in the Ancestors: Soul Collage

    Avenidas 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto, United States

    This workshop is in honor of our ancestor “guides”, and in memory of loved ones more recently lost. No art experience necessary, only a willingness to explore with an intuitive collage process. Led by Chistine Kovach, LCSW, Bereavement Services Manager at Mission Hospice. Supplies will be provided. Adults of any age are welcome. Advance registration […]