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Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe in Nelson, New Zealand
Posted by Greeneheart on June 13, 2016, 5:45 a.m.
This was our 3rd satisfying Saturday Session and again there were people who were new to the Death Cafe concept. In the words of one "really enjoyed it - didn't know what to expect but it was so nice to open up and talk about a subject that is not generally up for discussion".
Having been to all three, I notice that each time I attend I come away feeling more acutely alive, the gift of life more in focus. So many ideas about the nature of life and death to explore. Our new attendee summed up by saying, "the time went so fast, enjoyed meeting and hearing ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Marrickville
Posted by mknight on June 12, 2016, 4:02 p.m.
Our May Death Café found us in our new home, Parliament on King in Newtown. After a short break while looking for our new locale, it was a delight to once again welcome Death Café devotees to Death Café Marrickville.
As always, death-related interests and life experiences were diverse, at times challenging, and always conversational. One of the impressions I consistently take away with me from Death Café, is how innately respectful people are toward one another. This is something I personally find reassuring, especially in a society where disrespect toward others, which manifests in all manner of ways and situations, seems to be becoming more commonplace.
Although ...
Death Cafe write up: Low Country Death Cafe
Posted by Jan Schreiber on June 11, 2016, 3:22 p.m.
A dozen participants (regulars & several "newbies") gathered on a Tuesday evening for wine, cheese and the conversation surrounding death. Prior to the start of the meeting, one gentleman, stating he was curious, wandered in while we were setting up. He enjoyed a glass of wine, chatted briefly and quickly departed!
At recent Cafes, there had been much discussion about sharing final desires and how detailed they might be. We talked about available options, states offfering assisted dying and the various organizations that provide guidance.
While most of the evening proved to be rather serious and dry, I received positive comments in the evaluations.
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Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Tempe
Posted by Death Cafe Tempe on June 5, 2016, 12:50 p.m.
We had the most beautiful cake. Crafted by a lady in the neighborhood, this cake was made of a vegan and gluten-free chocolate base and topped with chocolate and raspberry creme frosting and adorned with edible flowers, almonds and berries.
The discussion this time went more in depth based on feedback from the last meeting. Instead of adding new topics into discussion each time there was a lull in conversation, I tried listening better to what people had said that I found interesting and asking them more about it. Everything felt more natural! At the end, I checked in with everyone and they hoped for a Death Cafe ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Machynlleth
Posted by tombo on June 4, 2016, 5:41 p.m.
With hot meals available before the 7.30pm start our first DEATH CAFE in March was a full house with 39 in attendance, and not just all oldies. With table based groups of 5 or 6 the cafe was soon abuzz with conversation.... and a suprising amount of laughter. Three moves to new tables during the course of the evening gave everyone a chance to meet new people and discuss more topics. The evenings evaluation forms confirmed a high level of satisfaction and appreciation of the event and hopes of another follow up DEATH CAFE. So now, on June 9th, we look forward to our second DEATH CAFE ...
Death Cafe write up: Tucson Death Cafe
Posted by tucsondeathcafe on June 3, 2016, 7:24 p.m.
Lovely Café this month! Conversation topics that arose were fascinating first-hand accounts of death-ways in the Philippines, stories of life and death in assisted living, grievances regarding what some consider are excessive medical directives to extend life at any cost and our important continuing conversations about how to equip ourselves for helping loved ones in their time of departure. Add in some iced hibiscus tea and blueberry cupcakes and what could be better! Bravo to our many first time attendees for braving Tucson’s own Fearless and Friendly Death Café. See you again for our Monsoon Celebration Café July 6, 2016.
Death Cafe write up: Belleville, IL Death Cafe
Posted by maggieboone on June 1, 2016, 8:08 a.m.
It was wonderful to have all the particpants - both old and new. We bascially celebrated our one year anniversary.
Many topics were discussed including green "death suits" and other ways to be buried/cremated and memorialized. Personal experiences were shared and discussed since even though it feels like you are alone in certain terminal situations, it is surprising to find out that others have experienced similar experiences.
The next meeting will take place on May 21st from 6pm - 8pm CST at the Miscellanea House Cafe. Hope to see everyone back and new faces as well.
Death Cafe write up: Belleville, IL Death Cafe
Posted by maggieboone on June 1, 2016, 8:01 a.m.
There were quite a few deaths the past month and the group decided it was important to return to a discussion about pre-arrangments. Maggie brought in copies of the Illinois State Living Will - a simple one page document that informs health care professionals about wishes such as a DNR (do ...
Death Cafe write up: Sacramento Death Cafe Meetup
Posted by Death Cafe Sacramento - Sandra Young on June 1, 2016, 7:49 a.m.
The group discussed various topics related to death and dying, but the topic came around to considering different ethnic customs .
Several members shared family traditions including Celtic and French prayers.
Lively discussion, as always. And, of course, lots of cake!
Death Cafe write up: Tauranga Death Cafe
Posted by Tauranga Death Cafe on May 30, 2016, 10:13 p.m.
Last Sunday we hosted our 2nd Death Cafe in a local establishment, Grindz. It was a great turnout for such a wet day, we had 15 including the hosts. Many heard about it through the Meet Up website, and some word of mouth and facebook.
There was a lively discussion around euthenasia, being prepared for the inevitable and stories were shared about loved ones.
We decided to wait a few weeks before hosting the next, look at venues that don't have steps to make it a little more accessable. One of the articipants was 96!
All up it was a great afternnon, and a very positive start ...
Death Cafe write up: St. George, Maine Death Cafe VI
Posted by Sylvia Sienikehä Elysiana on May 30, 2016, 9:49 a.m.
Thoughtful, beautiful group!
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe in Kingston
Posted by Oreet Ashery on May 27, 2016, 4:49 a.m.
The Death Café was attended by 5 people, with the initial topic for discussion to be death online and digital legacy, as these were themes present in the work on show at the gallery space. The event was attended by a student who was doing her thesis on the ecology of death and the design projects that were in place to faciliate the most eco-friendly ways of dying possible. As a result of this, the conversation was orientated towards these themes which was very insightful and educational for all involved. What was interesting was that the conversation focused on these environmental topics in death, and then went back ...
Death Cafe write up: Highcliffe Death Cafe
Posted by Lis Horwich on May 24, 2016, 11:15 a.m.
Death Café hosted in May with a handful of people discussing issues related to death such as which type of funeral to have: cremation or burial adding sky burial and where to have our ashes or headstone! Do we prefer a family grave or woodland burial? We also came on to talking about funeral traditions in other countries, which always become very colourful and interesting.
Looking forward to meet everyone again in June.