"The event features live performances, Catrina face painting, contests, local art installations and a ceremonial procession through downtown. Dozens of family altars will be displayed, each telling stories of those who have passed. Inside the San Mateo County History Museum, guests can explore a free exhibition of community-made ofrendas, while children enjoy interactive activities like sugar skull workshops and chalk drawing. A food court, decorated with papel picado, will serve traditional dishes."
"Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford has again been named one of the nation's best pediatric medical centers by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-26 Best Children's Hospitals survey. The hospital ranked in all 11 specialties, with several ranking in the top 10 nationwide, including Nephrology (No. 3), Neonatology (No. 3), Neurology and Neurosurgery (No. 6), Pulmonology (No. 8) and Gastroenterology and GI Surgery (No. 8)."
On Nov. 2, Redwood City's Courthouse Square will host a Día de los Muertos celebration featuring live performances, Catrina face painting, contests, art installations, a ceremonial procession, and dozens of family altars. The San Mateo County History Museum will exhibit community-made ofrendas and offer children's activities such as sugar skull workshops and chalk drawing. A food court decorated with papel picado will serve traditional dishes. Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford ranked in all 11 specialties in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-26 survey, with several specialties in the national top 10 and a tie as Northern California's highest-ranked hospital.
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