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Death Cafe write up: Online Death Cafe MDT with Morbid Anatomy
Posted by enkay on Nov. 16, 2025, 11:16 a.m. 1 comment
While I had previously dabbled with Death Cafes in-person in Massachusetts US, but lost track when I switched states for work and even though I desired to connect with like minded folks in this space, things got lost in translation.
While visting the UK, I saw a virtual event on the deathcafe website that was happening on the same day I logged on and in an hour's time i.e. 11/16 and I hopped on - believing serendipidity.
The conversations were interesting and a mix of individuals with varied life experiences turned up. We talked about the process of how end of life doulas work, hospice care ...
Death Cafe write up: Myrtle Beach Death Cafe at Chapin Mem. Library
Posted by BLLLINK on Nov. 9, 2025, 5:02 a.m.
Nine people, once strangers, showed up at Chapin Memorial Library for a two-hour Death Café, and the conversation never really stopped.
With cake on the table and coffee in hand, people opened up about everything from family stories to worries, to the odd bits of humor that come with talking about death honestly.
It was relaxed, thoughtful, sometimes surprisingly funny — the kind of gathering that reminds you how good it feels to talk openly about things most folks avoid.
Death Cafe write up: Birmingham AL Death Cafe
Posted by halliejess on Nov. 8, 2025, 10:27 a.m.
We hosted our first Death Cafe at the Cha House in Birmingham, AL. The event exceeded our expectations! We didn't require a formal RSVP so we were uncertain how many people would attend. We had approximately 30 people present for the event. The attendees were engaged and thoughtful and we covered a variety of topics including traditional vs green burials, our own mortality and how to be present for family/friends at the end of life. We are hopeful this will be the first of many in our area.
Death Cafe write up: Central Houston’s Monthly Death Cafe - November 2025
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on Oct. 28, 2025, 11:58 a.m.
Central Houston's November 2025 Death Cafe
We had around 12 people join in the conversation this month.
Below you can find links to various things mentioned during the dialogue.
If there is something missing from my list you'd like to add and easily share with the group, just leave a public comment in the box at the bottom of this page.
Local groups & resources
-National Museum of Funeral History
https://nmfh.org/
- San Antonio Day of the Dead | Día de los Muertos
https://muertosfest.com/
- Omega House Hospice
https://avenue360.org/houston-clinic-locations/montrose/
https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/omega-house
- First Unitarian Universalist Church of ...
Death Cafe write up: Edenbridge Death Cafe: Live gets better when we talk about death at a Death Cafe
Posted by Ruth Sugden on Oct. 28, 2025, 4:57 a.m.
A lovely meet up with 8 attendeees - of all ages and abilities. We talked, we shared, we explored and - most importantly - we laughed (remembering loved ones and fun send offs).
Death Cafe write up: Online Death Cafe Iowa CST
Posted by DeathCafeIowa on Oct. 22, 2025, 12:04 p.m.
This month at our October Death Café we had 9 attendees! We had a lot of new faces, as well as many that we see every month! It was so fun learning about everyone, and discussing all things death. This month our conversation focused a lot on the Death with Dignity Act that is being voted in in Indiana. We talked about what it is, and how we feel about the topic of Medically Aided Death as a whole. We also discussed other things that can assist in making the dying process more comfortable, such as psychedelics, morphine, hypnosis, and meditation. Another big topic that got brought up ...
With Courtney Ponsford
Aug. 14, 2026, 7.00 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. (pacific)
Sponsored and held at Art At The Cave in downtown Vancouver, Washington. Light refreshments will be served. This will be a monthly offering. Bring your curiosities, experiences, fears and an ...
Death Cafe write up: Second Sunday Death Cafe Portland, OR
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Oct. 12, 2025, 10:22 p.m.
We had a small but actively engaged group of interesting attendees at the Friends Meeting House. After enjoying tea and Marionberry Cake we launched into a wide-ranging conversation on death and dying. The group came from a variety of backgrounds and had many stories to relate. There was concern about the lack of openness in our culture to discuss death. Several people asked to hear more about how other cultures navigate the issue. We discussed planning a good death. Choosing and talking to an end of life advocate was interesting to several attendees. Advanced directives and POLST were discussed. Body disposal options were discussed. We spent lots of ...
With Laura Lathrop
Aug. 28, 2026, 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. (Pacific)
The purpose to help us all be more comfortable discussing the end of life and issues that come up. We are a supportive, listening environment and community where all are ...
With Laura Lathrop
Aug. 21, 2026, 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. (Pacific)
The purpose to help us all be more comfortable discussing the end of life and issues that come up. We are a supportive, listening environment where all are welcome.
Treats ...
New Blog post: How to Set Healthy, Meaningful Goals While Grieving
Posted by andrea.needham on Oct. 8, 2025, 4:13 p.m.
Grief changes your relationship to time, energy, and structure. Traditional goal-setting advice can feel tone-deaf during loss — but structured movement, done gently, can be a powerful way to re-enter life. This guide helps you set micro-goals during mourning that support both healing and dignity. You’re not here to hustle — you’re here to rebuild in fragments. That requires trust in your pacing and tools that can hold your grief without judgment. Below, we explore ...
Death Cafe write up: Houston Spring Branch Death Cafe - October 2025
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on Oct. 6, 2025, 3:13 p.m.
Houston Spring Branch October 2025 Death Cafe
We had 11 people attend the Spring Branch Death Cafe -- the smaller group welcomed Death Cafe first timers, returning folks, and regulars.
Below you can find links to various things mentioned during the dialogue.
If there is something missing from my list you'd like to add and easily share with the group, just leave a public comment in the box at the bottom of this page.
Local groups & resources
- Blazing Star Sanctuary (Katy, Texas Green Burial)
https://naturesburial.org
- Eloise Woods Natural Burial Park
https://www.eloisewoods.com
- McGovern Medical School's Willed Body Program and Galveston Bay burials at ...
Death Cafe write up: Central Houston’s Monthly Death Cafe - October 2025
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on Oct. 6, 2025, 3:07 p.m.
Central Houston's October 2025 Death Cafe
18 people attended this month's gathering. The conversation was fast-paced and high-energy this month, touching on a great many topics related to death and dying -- generating quite a list of resources below! I'm happy to get this out to y'all as fast as possible.
Below you can find links to various things mentioned during the dialogue.
If there is something missing from my list you'd like to add and easily share with the group, just leave a public comment in the box at the bottom of this page.
Local groups and resources
- Blazing Star Sanctuary (Katy, Texas ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Omaha
Posted by Natalie on Oct. 6, 2025, 6:56 a.m.
This was an awesome event. About 30 people attended and it lasted around 90 minutes. Cake and coffee were served. The space and tables were decorate. People in their 20s to people in their 80s. It was interesting how the discussion evolved around losing other people and pets as opposed to talking about our own deaths. Not sure if this means more people need support around grief or are we just that adverse to facing our own demise?
Omaha is becoming more death curious! Lots of ppl asking for another so looking at planning one for November possibly.
Death Cafe write up: Online Death Cafe Mourning Brew EST
Posted by Marissa Jane on Oct. 2, 2025, 12:35 p.m. 5 comments
What a beautiful and heartfelt conversation we shared together during this months Death Cafe! Thank you to everyone who joined us- whether it was your first time or you've been part of our community for several months. Each person's presence and willingness to share made our gathering truly special.
We explored so many meaningful topics during our session:
Grief and Loss: We discussed the deeply personal experiences of grief, including the sudden loss of beloved pets and family members, and how the healing process unfolds differently for everyone - sometimes taking a year and a half or longer to feel better. We explored the concept of carrying ...