Hello once again and Happy Halloween.

Yesterday a modest number of volunteers gathered at SJ II (2512 Hoeke Lane) and more headway was gained. In fact, all of the major cutting with a chain saw and clippers has pretty much been completed for now. The result is that grounds have opened up to sunlight and now made a Day of the Dead (November 2) event possible for the first time at SJ II. A pathway througout the south side of SJ II has been establised. However a bit more litter needs to be removed.

All the individual graves are ready to be raked (there are about 30 total). Black mulch will then be laid out on each grave plot. Each grave will recieve one or two tea candles and at least two flowers. ProyectoTEATRO will provide some flowers, but it is unclear how many.

It is expected that another type of mulch will be delivered on Monday, and will need to be spread out to make the path clear and easy to follow throughout the cemetery. If time permits, the folding of paper bags for luminares will need to be done. Construction of an ofrenda will start.

We will also need a number of volunteers to arrange/set up the luminares/candles along the pathway. We also need a small team of vounteers to go door to door handing out flyers to the adjacent neighborhood.
There is room enough for everyone to contribute.

We are looking at bringing a generator on-site, as well as a port-a-john for the evening. If you know sources for either of these two, please respond here or send a email to the addess below.

Here is a list of what other material things that are needed:
Tealight candles - lots (300 +)
Paper bags with a 3.5 x 6 in base (500)
Prayer candles (white wax in glass - for uniformity). These can be obtained for $1.17 each at Fiesta - at least 8 cases of 12.
4 signs with a left pointing arrow - one with a right pointing arrow
One sign asking participants to stay on the path.
One sign asking participants to take a flyer
Banana boxes (empty - and at least 20)
Long stem lighters (6)
Marigold flowers - at least 10 bunches. There is a marigold shortage this year and it seems the only place they are available at this stage is Central Market and maybe HEB. They are about $8 per bunch. Call for availability.
Clamp lights - 6 each with bulbs

This is a mostly complete list, but there is always usually more. Email or comment to inquire what else is needed.
See you soon!

Email: atxhispaniccemetery@gmail.com
Or text 512-592-8048.