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Matchbox Nichos

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Matchbox Nichos

In-Person Program
2025-10-07 13:00:00 2025-10-07 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hispanic Heritage Month: Matchbox Nichos Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a matchbox nicho—small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images originating in Latin America. Chet Holifield Library -

Tuesday, October 07
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-07 13:00:00 2025-10-07 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Hispanic Heritage Month: Matchbox Nichos Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a matchbox nicho—small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images originating in Latin America. Chet Holifield Library -

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a matchbox nicho—small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images originating in Latin America.

Nichos blend early Spanish influences with Indigenous and mestizo designs. Though used year-round, they’re especially popular during Día de los Muertos. This activity explores this tradition by creating mini nichos with empty matchboxes. For adults.

Attendance is limited, and advance registration is required. Please register every individual in your party. This will be used to save your spots in the program. We cannot guarantee availability for any unregistered attendees. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History, Society, & Culture | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | Hispanic Heritage Month | Faith, Culture, & Community |

Chet Holifield Library
Phone: 323.728.0421
Hours
Mon, Sep 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 09 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 10 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 11 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Sep 12 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 13 Closed
Sun, Sep 14 Closed
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About the branch

The library was established in February of 1969 in honor of Congressman Chet Holifield, 19th District (served 1943-1974). The library primarily serves the residents of south Montebello. In January 2011, the library reopened after a year-long refurbishment project.

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Matchbox Nichos - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a matchbox nicho—small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images originating in Latin America.
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