Here Come the Monarch Butterflies: A Día de Muertos Celebration

About this event

Children (Ages 3–5), Children (Ages 6-12), Families. Esther Gomez, a Storyteller from Spanish Fun Program, will present this Cultural Experience. Join us for a heartfelt celebration inspired by one of Mexico's most cherished traditions. Follow Teté, a beautiful monarch butterfly and beloved mother and grandmother, on her first journey home. As children wear monarch wings and adults carry colorful butterflies, the audience will create a beautiful ofrenda (altar) with cempasúchil flowers, glowing candles, family photographs, sugar skulls, and special offerings to welcome loved ones with love. Surrounded by vibrant papel picado, music, and fluttering butterflies, we'll sing, dance, share traditional Pan de Muerto (Bread of the Dead), and celebrate the beautiful belief that those we love live forever in our hearts. Registration recommended: please call or visit the branch to register! Accessibility Notice: We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website.