The seasonal flu Clinic were in Pescadero and La Honda this week. The vaccinations were for the seasonal flu TDAP, & Pnemonia. The vaccinations were free for residents, however the clinic accepted $5 donations.
On Tuesday November 1st, 55 people in La Honda received vaccinations. 154 people received the vaccination on Thursday November 3rd at the Pescadero Community Church.
The clinic was sponsored by the San Mateo County Health System and Puente.
On Thursday November 3th the final altar for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) debuted at the Pescadero Grown Community Farmer’s Market. Puente served Pan de Muertos (bread of the dead), and hot chocolate.
The altar was made by 20 participants of the Dia de Muertos workshops coordinated by Alejandra Resendiz. The workshops were spread out in 4 sessions throughout the month of October. On the first session participants learned about the Day of the Dead traditions. On the second session they made the sugar skulls, on the third session they painted cups and cut paper (papel picado). The Pan de Muerto and the paper flowers were made on the last session. (watch a video of participants making the bread here http://mypuente.org/?p=2184)
The final altar was decorated with personal memorials such as pictures, poems and photographs by the participants and members of the community.
Alejandra Resendiz and Rita Mancera dressed as Catrinas
On Sunday October 30th, Chef Al Lindhal, taught a kitchen knife skills class to the La Sala participants. They learned kitchen etiquette, how to Prep cook (knife use and chopping vegetables), and proper kitchen terms. This class was a cultural experience for the men since they are not accustomed to cooking complete dinner meals. They appreciate their newly found skills amd realize that they can pursue a new career by becoming professional cooks in the future.
If you are interested in volunteering and teaching the La Sala participants one of your favorite recipes or other cooking skills contact our Community Outreach Coordinator Alicia Vega at avega@mypuente.org.
