What do you do to remember about family and friends who have passed on? Is it a tradition to keep photos up or maybe you save old voicemails. No matter how you choose to honor your loved ones, it’s important to keep their memories alive. 

Most of us are familiar with Day of the Dead, celebrated across the globe, from Mexico, Central and South Americas, to the Philippines, the tradition is a time to give offerings and to hold space for ancestors and loved ones lost.  

The Detroit Public Library continues to expand its offerings in the community with a celebratory event blending Halloween with “Day of the Dead.” The day of dancing will have music from Filipino EDM artist With Love, Harlow and Erika Irie.

With Love, Harlow joined The Metro to talk more about Filipino “Day of the Dead”. We were also joined by Detroit Public Library Manager Cully Sommers, who’s an expert on a popular library of music, arts and literature.

The event will take place at Detroit Public Library’s main branch on Saturday, November 1 from 2-5 p.m. 

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