Orlando Death Collective: Death Cafe
Everyone is welcome to come together and discuss their thoughts on death and dying. Most have a lot to say on the topic, so bring a friend, come share your experiences, and learn from others!
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Death Cafe
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Orange County Library South Trail Branch 4600 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL, United States
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Death Cafe
The Lotus Center 4376 South 700 East #200, Millcreek, UT, United StatesThe Lotus Center Death Cafe is open to the public and typically consists of an agenda-free discussion of death . Our objective will be to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Dinner will be served. All ages welcome. This is a safe, judgement-free, no-fixing zone. Every belief is welcome.
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Due Date: A Library Death Salon
Louisville Free Public Library - South Central Regional Branch 7300 Jefferson Boulevard, Louisville, KY, United StatesDeath is the great equalizer? Maybe not. This month, death doula Becky Robison welcomes Amy Shea, author of the book Too Poor to Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins. Amy will lead us in some discussions and writing exercises about death inequity inspired by the classic imagery of “the dance of death.” There will be books for sale, cool swag—and maybe even some baked goods. Plus, we’re collecting sock donations for St. John Center! To register, contact kaira.tucker@lfpl.org
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Death Cafe
The Lotus Center 4376 South 700 East #200, Millcreek, UT, United StatesThe Lotus Center Death Cafe is open to the public and typically consists of an agenda-free discussion of death . Our objective will be to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Dinner will be served. All ages welcome. This is a safe, judgement-free, no-fixing zone. Every belief is welcome.
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TOO POOR TO DIE: A book reading with author Amy Shea
Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists 1625 Salvador Ave, Napa, CA, United StatesJoin Amy Shea author of Too Poor to Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins and community death educator Anne Jungerman for December's Death Positive Event ~ an evening exploring what it means to die unseen, unclaimed, or without means and the vital role of community, compassion, and witness in after-death care. The evening opens with a brief memorial for Napa County’s unclaimed dead of 2025, with words from Rev. Susan Panttaja and song from the Napa Valley Threshold Choir, followed by Amy’s reading, discussion and Q&A. The program concludes with Too Poor to Die sales by Napa Bookmine, and Amy signing books along […]
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Death Cafe
The Lotus Center 4376 South 700 East #200, Millcreek, UT, United StatesThe Lotus Center Death Cafe is open to the public and typically consists of an agenda-free discussion of death . Our objective will be to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Dinner will be served. All ages welcome. This is a safe, judgement-free, no-fixing zone. Every belief is welcome.
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Due Date: A Library Death Salon
Nook & Nowhere 1149 S. Shelby St., Louisville, KY, United StatesDue Date: A Library Death Salon makes its triumphant return! What to do when a loved one dies but their belongings remain? On January 22, join writer and death doula Becky Robison at new location Nook & Nowhere to talk strategies for protecting your heart and staying sane while getting rid of all that stuff.
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Medford Monthly Death Cafe
The Center for Living 45 S Main St, MedfordDeath is so taboo in our society that many of us refuse to even think about it, much less talk about it. Let’s change that – let’s talk about death! And what better way to do that than over cake and tea?
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South Side Death Cafe
St Kilda Library 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC, AustraliaThe South Side Death Cafe is held the fourth Wednesday of the month at St Kilda Library, Victoria Australia. Alternating between 2-4pm and 5:30 - 7:30pm. Come for the death talk, stay for the snacks. This is an inclusive, open conversation about death and end of life but is not a bereavement or counselling session. Facilitated by Funeral Celebrant Klara McMurray (aka The Funky Celebrant), there are lots of giggles, deep chats and conversations that have been known to change lives. After all, talking about it won’t kill you!
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Death Cafe
The Lotus Center 4376 South 700 East #200, Millcreek, UT, United StatesThe Lotus Center Death Cafe is open to the public and typically consists of an agenda-free discussion of death . Our objective will be to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. Dinner will be served. All ages welcome. This is a safe, judgement-free, no-fixing zone. Every belief is welcome.
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A Gathering for End-of-Life Doulas
Sparrow--A Contemporary Funeral Home 161 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesCome meet others in the field, ask questions, find support and make new connections. This meet-up is for trained EOL doulas, whether seasoned or at the beginning stages of apprenticeship or practice. We believe you’ll find encouragement and wisdom by being in the room together. We invite informal conversation in a beautiful space with folks who are doing the work! We meet every two months and always have a great mix of new people and regulars. Join us for a relaxed yet focused time together. Hope to see you!
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Becky Robison in conversation with Erica Reid Gerdes
Women & Children First 5233 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesChicago! To celebrate the launch of my new book, My Parents Are Dead: What Now? A Panic-Free Guide to the Practicalities of Death, join me at Women & Children First for a discussion and book signing with death doula (and absolute delight) Erica Reid Gerdes.
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