Latest Death Cafe News
Death Cafe write up: A Highland Park IL Death Cafe
Posted by Danny Frohman on Aug. 5, 2025, 2:09 p.m.
We had 26 folks show up for our first cafe at the HP Senior Center. Three even came all the way from Woodstock in mutual support for our common efforts. Lots of comments, lots of questions, and strong support for a regular event. Great start!
New Blog post: FEAR OF DEATH/THANOTOPHOBIA
Posted by Nicole Moreland on July 30, 2025, 1:58 a.m.
Hi
Im not sure where to start. I have been struggling, consistantly, with the fear of death for the better part of 20 years. It is all consuming. I am 40 years old and I feel like I havent lived since I was 20. Currently I feel as though I'm having a breakdown. I try and find groups all the time, but there are never any that are current or any in my area ...
With Jen Ulyatt
Dec. 17, 2025, 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. (AUS)
An open space is provided and held by Jen which is inclusive & non-judgemental. We talk about anything connected to end of life, dying and death. Come along and be part ...
With Jen Ulyatt
Dec. 17, 2025, 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. (AUS)
An open space is provided and held by Jen which is inclusive & non-judgemental. We talk about anything connected to end of life, dying and death. Come along and be part ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe - an important conversation
Posted by finaljourneydoula on July 26, 2025, 3:48 p.m.
We had six people attend this time. It was 95 degrees outside and a large amount of residents are snowbirds, so I consider this a good number.
The discussion was especially meaningful in that one person traveled more than an hour to attend and was motivated to learn. Another shared a personal situation and said she felt good about what she picked up; new ideas and words to bring back home.
We will do it again in October!
Death Cafe write up: Swanage Death Cafe
Posted by peterneall on July 26, 2025, 3:17 a.m.
Seven of us met on a beautiful Summer afternoon in Central Swanage. WE had one newcomer and all others had come to this Death Cafe at least once before.
Introductions revealed a treasure trove of experience and wisdom about life, death and all between.
The conversation explored pilgrimage, chronic conditions, diet for curing connditions and the importance of friendship.
I left referhed and intrigued felling I'd spent a valuable couple of hours.
WE will met again in the autumn - watch this space!
Death Cafe write up: Myrtle Beach Death Cafe
Posted by BLLLINK on July 23, 2025, 3:07 p.m.
10 Death Cafe participants braved a late afternoon thunderstorm to the sanctuary of this mid-week Death Cafe at Chapin Memorial Library in downtown Myrtle Beach.
Though most of the people at today's Death Cafe were total strangers when they entered the room and took seats around the table. But within minutes of starting, you'd never know they were.
Each quickly warmed quickly to the idea that this was a safe place to ask their questions and to listen intently to the conversations that followed.
Of course, there was cake, tea, coffee and some cookies. The joy of sharing food certainly led to a place in which ...
Death Cafe: Good Heart Companion Virtual Death Cafe
Posted by CaroleCatDoula on July 22, 2025, 5 p.m.
With Carole Silvoy, Doula
Dec. 18, 2025, 11.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. (ET)
Please email me at doula@carolesilvoy.com
for the Zoom link
Notes:
We embrace silence and don’t need to fill each moment with speech.
Camera on is Optional
Voice ...
Death Cafe write up: Central Houston’s Monthly Death Cafe - July 2025
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on July 20, 2025, 11:25 p.m.
Central Houston's July 2025 Death Cafe
We had ~25 people attend this month's moving and meaningful discussion. Thanks to all who came out on a Saturday morning and shared the space.
Below you can find links to various things mentioned during the dialogue:
Local groups
- Blazing Star Sanctuary (Katy, Texas Green Burial)
https://naturesburial.org/
Books
- Civilized to Death: What Was Lost on the Way to Modernity by Christopher Ryan
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28596619-civilized-to-death?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=1ayCz2OD54&rank=1
- The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61214136-the-collected-regrets-of-clover
- The Day I Die: The Untold ...
Death Cafe write up: Rose Garden Death Cafe San Jose, CA
Posted by Chelsea on July 20, 2025, 11:11 p.m.
As one participant perfectly framed our purpose: "It (death) happens, so why not talk about it?"
Our conversation centered on the universal fear of death; the loss of control, anxiety of the unknown, and the fear of the dying process itself. We acknowledged the deep desire to not be isolated in our final moments and to spare our families from fear and stress. Amidst these concerns, a participant shared the beautiful idea of appreciating that their molecules will one day rejoin the universe, and perhaps one day bump into their grandparent's molecules, turning a fear of ending into a hope for reconnection.
We left with some powerful ...
Death Cafe write up: Chat about Death (Death Cafe Kendal UK)
Posted by Jo Tait and Berni Riley on July 19, 2025, 9:35 a.m.
Thanks to all the people who joined us at the Brewery over the past three weeks.
Each session was wonderfully different from the last - a few people came to all three and some only found out in time to join us for the last session.
Each week, the conversations gave rise to stories and experience, fears and hopes around the topic of death - and not surprisingly, life, too! The Brewery cafe staff were unfailingly cheerful and hospitable.
We hope to run another series of 3 later in the summer / early Autumn. Please contact us if you would prefer a different day or venue - we are not wedded to ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe at Chapin Memorial Library
Posted by BLLLINK on July 14, 2025, 6:12 a.m. 2 comments
Enhusiastic, concerned and interesting conversation filled the allocated time slot for this month's Myrtle Beach Death Cafe at Chapin Memorial Library.
Thank you everyone, the staff at Chapin Memorial Library and the 10 area residents who attended and made this gathering so meaningful.
Thank you, Jennifer, for the beautifully, terrific cake and thank you, Death Cafe participants for your stories and openness which turned our group of strangers into kindred spirits.
Our next Death Cafe will be Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the Library. Space is limited; so registration is imperative.
Death Cafe write up: Second Sunday Death Cafe Portland, OR
Posted by nomenoyou1 on July 13, 2025, 10:25 p.m.
We had a wide-ranging cafe today. We discussed personal experiences with individuals who were dying. Fear was discussed several times from various perspectives. The dying process was of interest as was what we expect after death. Frustrations were expressed with uncommunicative relatives, health care providers, and unhelpful friends. We discussed end of life preparation and care. POLST, wills, and advanced directives were of interest to the group. We also discussed psychedelics as an end of life adjunct. The group was very engaged.
Death Cafe: Good Heart Companion Virtual Death Cafe
Posted by CaroleCatDoula on July 12, 2025, 9:32 p.m.
With Carole Silvoy, Doula
Dec. 17, 2025, 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. (EDT )
Please email me at doula@carolesilvoy.com
for the Zoom link
Notes:
We embrace silence and don’t need to fill each moment with speech.
Camera on is Optional
Voice ...
Death Cafe: Port Angeles Death Cafe "Tea to Die For" at Studio Bob
Posted by Tea To Die For on July 9, 2025, 7:38 p.m.
With Deb LaPlante / Astrid Raffinpeyloz
Jan. 15, 2026, 5.30 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. (Pacific Timezone)
This group is meant to foster informal and relaxed monthly discussions around death without any agenda. While not a grief support group, it is open to anyone interested in deepening ...