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SUMMARY:Thinking About Becoming a Death Doula? Q&A with The Death Network
DESCRIPTION:💻 Death Doula Community Conversations \nAre you curious about becoming a death doula – or navigating the early stages of building your practice? Whether you’re just starting out or looking for guidance as you grow\, this monthly gathering is for you. \nThe Death Network Collective invites you to join us for an open\, supportive conversation about the realities of death doula work: the highs\, the lows\, and everything in between.\nEach month we’ll dive into common questions like: \nHow do I connect with my community as a new death doula?\nDo I need a website or social media presence?\nWho/what/where/why and how do I network?\nHow do I set pricing and talk about money with potential clients?\nThis is not a class or a lecture – it’s a casual space for doulas\, by doulas\, where you can ask questions\, share experiences\, and learn from each other. \n📅 When: 2nd Monday of every month\n⏰ Time: 6:00–7:00 pm PST\n📍 Where: Zoom (link provided upon RSVP)\n💜 Who: Anyone interested in death doula work or building their practice \nThe recording will be provided to all who RSVP for this event. \nQuestions? email penny@thedeathnetwork.com
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/thinking-about-becoming-a-death-doula-qa-with-the-death-network/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,Community Meet Up,Education,Grief Release,Training,Webinar,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Death Network":MAILTO:hello@dodeathdifferent.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20251218T215939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T215939Z
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SUMMARY:Decomposition Isn't A Dirty Word - Let's Talk About Green Burial
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided conversation on how burial in the United States drifted from our ancestral roots – and how green burial and conservation cemeteries can reconnect us with what’s natural\, human\, and quite literally in our DNA. Science doesn’t lie… our bodies are designed to decompose and return to the earth\, but green burial is limited in the US. \nHosted by Penny Waugh of The Death Network\, with panel guests Ed Bixby of The Global Green Burial Alliance and Jamie Phillips of Spirit Sanctuary Conservation Cemetery. Together\, we’ll unpack how we got here and why restoring time-honored burial practices matters for both our bodies and the planet. \nThis is a space to bring your questions – we honor open\, honest dialogue. With transparency and knowledge\, our hope is to help everyone understand their full range of options so end-of-life choices can be made with clarity and intention.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/decomposition-isnt-a-dirty-word-lets-talk-about-green-burial/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,Education,Green Burial
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Death Network":MAILTO:hello@dodeathdifferent.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T193000
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CREATED:20251105T171309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T171321Z
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SUMMARY:TOO POOR TO DIE: A book reading with author Amy Shea
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \nThe 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 with light refreshments. \nIn partnership with Napa Abode\, an emergency shelter\, we will be collecting donations to support community members in crisis. Please consider bringing: New\, packaged toiletries (razors\, soap\, shampoo) and/or men’s and women’s t-shirts (all sizes).
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/too-poor-to-die-a-book-reading-with-author-amy-shea/
LOCATION:Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists\, 1625 Salvador Ave\, Napa\, CA\, 94558\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Cemetery,Community Meet Up,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20251007T213839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T214512Z
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Memorialization: A Conversation & Altar-Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join death educator and doula\, Lauren Seeley of the Silent Book Club of Death along with Amy Shea\, author of Too Poor to Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins\, for a meaningful evening of reflection\, conversation\, and creative expression around death and memorialization at Maple Grove Cemetery in the Celebration Hall. \nPresented by the Friends of Maple Grove\, this event will explore how we remember and honor those who have died\, including those who go unclaimed. Amy Shea will offer a brief visual presentation featuring memorials and headstones crafted by families in county cemeteries and potter’s fields\, highlighting the personal and cultural significance of these acts of remembrance. The gathering will continue with a hands-on altar-making workshop led by Lauren Seeley. Together\, we’ll consider how the rituals of memory and grieving can offer solace for loved ones and reclaim dignity and connection for all who have gone before us. We’ll end with some conversation and book signing! \nBooks will be sold by Kew & Willow books!
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/the-importance-of-memorialization-a-conversation-altar-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Maple Grove Cemetery\, 127-15 Kew Gardens Road Queens\, Celebration Hall\, New York\, NY\, 11415\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,BiPoC,Cemetery,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20251009T182744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T185358Z
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SUMMARY:Ars Moriendi - The Art of Dying
DESCRIPTION:Ars Moriendi is a collaboration by advocates for the dead: Mary Sweeney and Jen Den. \nThis event will be held inside the chapel at Chicago’s Graceland Cemetery and Arboretum. We will engage in thought-provoking discussions to connect with like-minded individuals who embrace the concept of death positivity. With Ars Moriendi we aim to break the taboo surrounding death and learn to appreciate the cycle of life in all its complexities\, while taking an informative approach to alternative end-of-life options and how you might reconsider your demise. \nWhether you’re curious about end-of-life planning\, interested in alternative funeral practices\, or simply want to deepen your understanding of mortality\, Ars Moriendi is the place to be. Join us for a day of reflection\, education\, and community.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/ars-moriendi-the-art-of-dying/
LOCATION:Graceland Cemetery\, 4001 N Clark St\, Chicago\, 60613
CATEGORIES:Cemetery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250829T171743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T171743Z
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SUMMARY:A Book Tour of Cemeteries
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Beth Winegarner\, Loren Rhoads\, and Amy Shea at the beautiful grounds of the San Francisco Columbarium\, as they delve into the rich\, often overlooked world of cemeteries and burial grounds\, exploring how these spaces tell the stories of communities\, culture\, and history. From personal reflections to historical investigations\, these writers shed light on the lives of the dead—and what they reveal about the living. Together\, these authors offer a compelling conversation about death\, memory\, erasure\, and the power of writing to preserve the stories found in places most people overlook. \nBooks will be for sale by Green Apple Books.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/a-book-tour-of-cemeteries/
LOCATION:San Francisco Columbarium\, 1 Loraine Ct\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Cemetery,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250924T164654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T164654Z
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SUMMARY:A Living Funeral Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:A community offering at the close of eclipse season. Join us for a Living Funeral Ceremony: a ritual space to release what no longer serves and step into what’s next. \nA Living Funeral Ceremony is an immersive meditative experience that encourages participants to face their own mortality. Through engaging in ritual and guidance through a death visualization–contemplating your own memorial as you imagine letting go of your earthly self–participants are invited to “die before you die\, to live while you’re alive.”
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/a-living-funeral-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:Scribble\, 5541 York Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Cemetery,Grief Release
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ORGANIZER;CN="(a)Wake":MAILTO:kaitlyn@a-wake.studio
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250910T140926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T141247Z
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SUMMARY:Why California Needs a Conservation Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Our Bodies Are Designed to Return to the Earth 🌿\nJoin our Zoom to learn what a Conservation Cemetery is… permanently protected natural land where burials restore habitat. We’ll take a deep dive into how a conservation cemetery differs from modern burial practices\, and how it compares to green burial. \nHere in California\, we’re a community that thrives outdoors! From beaches to deserts to mountains\, yet when it comes to our final rest\, our options are far removed from the natural rhythms that reflect our lifestyle. Modern burial practices – concrete vaults\, metal caskets\, and toxic embalming chemicals – lock our bodies away from the very process we were designed for: to decompose naturally and nourish the earth. Instead of restoring the land\, these practices harm it. \nIt doesn’t have to be this way.\nA Conservation Cemetery is more than green burial. It’s a way of restoring land\, protecting wildlife\, and ensuring our final act on earth is one of renewal\, not depletion.\nJoin us for this community gathering to: \nLearn how conservation cemeteries differ from standard and green cemeteries.\nExplore how our end-of-life choices can heal the planet.\nBe part of the growing movement urging California lawmakers to cut the red tape and make these options available here at home.\nLet’s be honest… there isn’t a lot of transparency within our current funeral industry\, we want to change that! Join us for real conversation about our common burial practices and gain an understanding about how harmful they are not only to our bodies\, but to the planet – and learn about greener options that may impact your end-of-life decision making. \nQuestions? hello@dodeathdifferent.com\nInstagram @thedeathnetwork\nWebsite www.TheDeathNetwork.com \nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/why-california-needs-a-conservation-cemetery/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,Education,Green Burial,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Death Network":MAILTO:hello@dodeathdifferent.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250807T125356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T125356Z
UID:10001434-1756555200-1756562400@www.talkdeath.com
SUMMARY:Rest in the Wreckage: A Virtual Wellness Salon
DESCRIPTION:Grief doesn’t wait for the perfect time. It settles in our bones\, arrives unannounced\, and lingers in the quiet. Rest in the Wreckage is a virtual wellness salon for anyone holding sorrow\, sitting with memory\, or simply seeking a place to pause and breathe. \nHeld in honor of National Grief Awareness Day\, this gathering is an invitation to soften\, whether your grief is fresh and aching\, or old and quietly settled. We welcome you as you are\, in whatever season you’re in. \nJoin us for an afternoon of gentle ritual and communal tenderness. We’ll gather not to fix what hurts\, but to tend to it—with care\, with creativity\, and without apology. \nWhat to expect:\nGrounding Meditation – land in your body\, wherever you are.\nStorytelling Circle & Remembrance – share your story\, tell us what’s on your heart.\nThe Grief Mixtape & Song Collection – bring a track or listen in.\nVirtual Altar & Moodboard – co-create a digital altar of memory\, color\, and feeling. Snail Closing – Our signature soft\, slow send-off to guide you gently back to the world. \nCome as you are. Cameras on or off. Words ready or still forming. All grief is welcome here.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/rest-in-the-wreckage-a-virtual-wellness-salon/
CATEGORIES:BiPoC,Cemetery,Community Meet Up,Grief Group,Peer-Led Grief Support,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prism Memorial":MAILTO:deathwithlex@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250629T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250528T151837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T151837Z
UID:10000546-1751196600-1751205600@www.talkdeath.com
SUMMARY:Tour Our Lady of Almudena Cemetery (East Cemetery of Madrid)
DESCRIPTION:From @entretumbas (IG)\, in collaboration with Experimenta Madrid\, we organize these guided tours of the Almudena Cemetery\, whose real name is the Necropolis of the East of Madrid. It is the largest cemetery in Western Europe (120 hectares\, 120 times the size of the Santiago Bernabeu stadium!) During our tours\, we learn about the history of the cemetery\, so closely linked to that of our city. We visit the tombs of historical figures and other anonymous but highly interesting graves. We also learn funerary symbolism to understand the language of the cemetery. All with a gender perspective\, positive death\, and historical memory. \nTOUR TICKETS 29 JUNE: https://www.experimenta-madrid.com/tienda/Tour-Cementerio-de-la-Almudena-29-De-Junio-11-00-p643903765\nENTRETUMBAS: https://www.instagram.com/entretumbas/
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/tour-our-lady-of-almudena-cemetery-east-cemetery-of-madrid/
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,History,Tour
ORGANIZER;CN="Entretumbas":MAILTO:soyentretumbas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250401T150506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T150506Z
UID:10000014-1750896000-1751241599@www.talkdeath.com
SUMMARY:2025 FCA Biennial Conference - The Cost of Goodbye: Confronting Funeral Poverty in Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:The Funeral Consumers Alliance (FCA) invites you to join us for our 2025 Biennial Conference: “The Cost of Goodbye: Confronting Funeral Poverty in Our Communities\,” a gathering that addresses the urgent challenges of funeral poverty and indigent burial. Taking place from June 26–29\, 2025\, this event brings together experts\, advocates\, and community leaders committed to ensuring equitable access to end-of-life care and services. \nKeynote & Featured Speakers\nWe are honored to welcome Pamela Prickett\, co-author of The Unclaimed: Abandonment and Hope in the City of Angels\, as our keynote speaker. Her work delves into the lives of those left behind by traditional systems of support\, offering insights that resonate deeply with our mission. \nOther confirmed speakers include:\nJoyal Mulheron (Evermore)\nVictoria Haneman (University of Georgia School of Law)\nMel Bennett (Life Forest Cemetery)\nSarah Chavez (The Order of the Good Death)\nLiz Dunnebacke (WAKE)\nIsabel Knight (National Home Funeral Alliance)\nSara Williams (FCA)\nMiranda Panther (NAGPRA Officer\, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians)\nDianna Repp (FCA)\nCharlotte Seto (Handled Milestones) \nThe event will also include a tour of Tour of Endswell Funeral Home’s alkaline hydrolysis facility and a tour of\nBluestem Conservation Cemetery. Please see our website for more details.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/2025-fca-biennial-conference-the-cost-of-goodbye-confronting-funeral-poverty-in-our-communities/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton – Raleigh Durham Research Triangle\, 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard\, Cary\, NC\, 27513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,Conference,Education,Funeral,Green Burial,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Funeral Consumers Alliance":MAILTO:fca@funerals.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250516T153432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T153432Z
UID:10000537-1748476800-1748822399@www.talkdeath.com
SUMMARY:Philadelphia Death and Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Philadelphia Death and Arts Festival (PDAF) is a collaborative\, artist-led experience\, reimagining the culture of dying. The festival’s three themes– aging\, dying\, and grieving– are explored with performances\, workshops\, panels\, and more. \nThe festival invites attendees into a vision of a culture of dying that is person-centered\, community-oriented\, and care driven. \nPDAF takes place from May 29th – June 1st at the Laurel Hill Cemeteries: \nLaurel Hill EAST: 3822 Ridge Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA 19132 \nLaurel Hill WEST: 225 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA 19004 \nGPS Directions: 340 Belmont Avenue\, Bala Cynwyd\, PA 19004 \nWe heartily encourage everyone to carpool where possible! \nTickets for performances are $10-40. Please buy tickets in advance. \nTickets for workshops are $0-$40. Please register in advance. \nPanel discussions are free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/philadelphia-death-and-arts-festival-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Hill Cemetery\, 3822 Ridge Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Cemetery,Class,Conference,Education,Green Burial,Training,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Madrid:20250525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250507T144026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144026Z
UID:10000410-1748172600-1748181600@www.talkdeath.com
SUMMARY:Tour Almudena Cemetery (East Cemetery of Madrid)
DESCRIPTION:From @entretumbas (IG)\, in collaboration with Experimenta Madrid\, we organize these guided tours of the Almudena Cemetery\, whose real name is the Necropolis of the East of Madrid. It is the largest cemetery in Western Europe (120 hectares\, 120 times the size of the Santiago Bernabeu stadium!) During our tours\, we learn about the history of the cemetery\, so closely linked to that of our city. We visit the tombs of historical figures and other anonymous but highly interesting graves. We also learn funerary symbolism to understand the language of the cemetery. All with a gender perspective\, positive death\, and historical memory.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/tour-almudena-cemetery-east-cemetery-of-madrid/
LOCATION:Almudena Cemetery of Madrid\, Avenida Daroca nº90º\, Madrid\, Madrid\, 28017\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Cemetery,Tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Entretumbas":MAILTO:soyentretumbas@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Cradle Grave Garden Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Become a cradle grave gardener at Mount Moriah! Each adopter will be assigned a cradle grave/s to garden through fall of 2025. You will be responsible for upkeep and extra supplies. We’ll have limited initial supplies to get you started\, so feel free to bring some flowers or seeds\, get your assignment\, and then go to town! Please email cradlegraves@friendsofmountmoriahcemetery.org with questions and to verify interest. Returning gardeners will have priority for their cradles from last year. \nCradle grave gardening is a great way to help out in a small but rewarding way. Come at your convenience\, get outside\, and enjoy your mini garden.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/cradle-grave-garden-adoption/
LOCATION:Mount Moriah Cemetery & Arboretum\, 6201 Kingsessing Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cemetery
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Mount Moriah Cemetery":MAILTO:Info@fommci.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
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SUMMARY:Sunday in the Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Sunday in the Cemetery is a day-long exploration of mortality at Green-Wood. We invite you to candidly engage with grief and death through a compassionate\, supportive lens. This free\, open-house style event brings together leading experts for engaging talks\, workshops\, and guided tours that illuminate end-of-life care\, funeral traditions\, and memorial arts. Through personal stories and interactive experiences\, discover community through shared human experiences and gain insights into how we can each live well and remember meaningfully.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/sunday-in-the-cemetery/
LOCATION:The Green-Wood Cemetery\, 500 25th St.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Arts and Culture,Cemetery,Class,Community Meet Up,Education,Tour,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Green-Wood Cemetery":MAILTO:events@green-wood.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T142914
CREATED:20250401T224042Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club of Death NY
DESCRIPTION:Do you like book clubs\, but prefer to choose your own book? Want to reflect on your mortality in the company of polite bookworms? \nCome read and mingle with new\, bookish friends at Silent Book Club of Death! Bring whatever book you happen to be reading—related to the themes of death\, grief\, loss\, aging\, or mortality—to read in companionable silence\, then share about it with your fellow attendees. You can bring your own book\, or borrow one from our library. \nPrice: Free\, registration required at: https://www.green-wood.com/event/silent-book-club-of-death-3/ \nThere have been over a dozen Silent Book Club of Death chapters and pop up events globally. Green-Wood is proud to serve as one of the New York chapter venues. \nWe’ll be joined by the founder of the first chapter\, Catherine of Death Project Manager\, who will present on the importance of end-of-life planning\, share key tips to getting organized\, and opine on logistics as an act of love and care. She will answer questions on designing your own death education event and share work she’s done globally and multilingually to create death-aware programming. \nWe will mingle before setting the timer to read\, and once the hour’s up\, death doula and illustrator Lauren Seeley will lead a group discussion on these universal\, yet challenging topics. \nLauren Seeley is a death and grief doula for pets and humans. As a death educator\, she focuses on death literacy\, end-of-life preparation\, spirituality\, and energy and intuitive work in death and grief spaces. She is the sole facilitator of The Silent Book Club of Death’s NYC chapter and a curator of funerals\, altars and memorial spaces. Seeley resides in Brooklyn\, NY\, where she also works at a funeral home. \n*Participation in discussion is entirely optional—you can engage as much or as little as you feel comfortable. \nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.
URL:https://www.talkdeath.com/event/silent-book-club-of-death-ny/
LOCATION:Green-wood cemetery\, 25th St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Cemetery,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Death Project Manager":MAILTO:info@deathprojectmanager.com
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