PLACENTIA

Hector Gonzalez remembers the annual Posada in his hometown of Zacatecas, Mexico. The entire town would join the procession with music, candles and flowers, following Mary and Joseph as they searched for shelter. Now Gonzalez, a restaurant owner and 25-year resident of Placentia, is hoping to establish the tradition here.

Monday, Latino-owned businesses in Old Town Placentia will host the second annual Posada in the 100 and 200 blocks of Santa Fe Avenue, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Last year, 1,500 community members participated in the festivities. Businesses and volunteers are still needed to participate. Information: (714) 528-6090.