Community members joined together to celebrate Día de los Muertos at a lively event hosted by the San Mateo Police Activities League and the City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department on Oct. 12 at Dr. Martin Luther King Community Park. The event featured traditional food, music, altars, booths from various community organizations and vendors, performances highlighting Indigenous culture, and more.
Día de los Muertos festival raises community spirits
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Isabella Zarzar, Highlander Managing Editor
Isabella Zarzar is a senior at Carlmont High School and in her third year of journalism. She enjoys reporting on a variety of topics using different forms of media and is thrilled to be a managing editor for the Highlander magazine this year. In her free time, Isabella enjoys reading, listening to music, and spending time with her friends and family. Take a look at her portfolio here.