“Las posadas” translates literally to “the inns” and refers to a Latin American celebration that typically takes place over the nine days from December 16 to 24. It’s meant to recall Mary and Joseph’s search for an inn leading up to the Nativity, and often includes processions, songs, food, and piñatas for the kids. 🪅

This year, a Las Posadas celebration is being hosted by House of Restoration church on 321 Prince George on Saturday, December 13, organized by Danielle Delgado, and with sponsorship by Salsa Brava. From the event description:

Join us for a festive celebration of the holidays and Latino culture!

Come learn about this beloved tradition, enjoy delicious foods, sip on Ponche Navideño, and take a swing at the piñata! Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with community, culture, and holiday cheer.

Plus you can enter our Salsa Contest! Think you have the tastiest recipe? Bring us a batch and let a panel of judges taste and crown the best salsa in Laurel! Bring the heat to help warm us up this winter!

¡Acompáñenos en una celebración festiva de las fiestas y la cultura latina!

Venga a conocer esta querida tradición, comer deliciosas boquitas, beber ponche navideño y golpear la piñata! Traiga a su familia y amigos para disfrutar de una velada llena de comunidad, cultura y alegría navideña.

¡Además, puede participar en nuestro competencia de salsa! ¿Crees que tienes la receta más sabrosa? ¡Tráenos una tanda y deja que un jurado la pruebe y corone la mejor salsa de Laurel! ¡Trae el calor para ayudarnos a entrar en calor este invierno!

Additional details below and on the Facebook event page.