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Death Cafe write up: Myrtle Beach Death Cafe at Chapin Memorial Library
Posted by BLLLINK on Feb. 21, 2026, 9:33 a.m.
Six of the registered persons sat around the table to talk about death, life, and other related subjects.
Their sincere, engaging energy created a memorable Death Cafe that went over the two hour mark.
Great cake, coffee, interesting people with compassionate thoughts ... that's why there've been over 22,000 Death Cafes around the world.
Death Cafes at Chapin Memorial Library are regularly slated monthly events on the:
SECOND SATURDAY and FOURTH TUESDAY.
Registrations are a must due to space and cake ordering. ;-)
You can register for the remaining February Death Cafe and the March Death Cafes, here: https://calendar.chapinlibrary.org/
Death Cafe write up: ESP Death Cafe
Posted by Candy Penfold on Feb. 17, 2026, 9:37 a.m.
I was blown away with the openness, the bravery and vulnerability of my peers (because of course, the nurse hat came off as I stepped into that space and I was just one of them). We laughed and cried and ate and drank tea and coffee (I splashed out and got them some costa sachets, and dried mango for those who didn't want cake) and gave them fidget toys and tissues so put their nerves somewhere. It was beautiful. What a lovely way to spend a Saturday afternoon! I hope they loved it as much as me, even if I did make them cry.
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Acomb (York, UK)
Posted by lewis.lansford on Feb. 16, 2026, 5:26 a.m.
We had five guests and two faciltators. We devoted much of the discussion to the practicalities of what happens when someone dies. Do you have to call a funeral home? What are the options for getting a body from home to the crematorium? What does a natural burial entail? What are the alternatives to a traditional church funeral? We all agreed in the end that if people talked more about these matters, they wouldn't seem so mysterious and they would become easier to navigate. Big gratitude for everyone who showed up and joined the conversation!
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Newtown Australia
Posted by Melissa Halliday on Feb. 15, 2026, 8:09 p.m.
A delight to host another lively Death Cafe on Saturday (Valentines Day) and enjoy some meaningful conversations over tea and cake.
Feedback forms showed that participabts generally enjoyed their time and wished it had gone longer.
One remarked that he felt there was not enough talk about death but as I mentioned: end of life discussions are free to go where the speaker wishes and as host I seek to facilitate but not control the conversations. That said, with some big personalities in the room, it was necessary to bring the talk back to allowing the next person the opportunity to share. I usually have a timer set ...
Death Cafe write up: Tucson Death Cafe Friendly & Fearless MST
Posted by TucsonFFDeathCafe on Feb. 11, 2026, 10:17 a.m.
Here’s a big secret. At Death Cafes we may talk a lot about death, but we are really talking about how to live with death in the world. We know about near death experiences, but not actual really for-a-while die and come back to tell about it, yet. The fact that there are, by default, no experts in this area is really freeing. We are free to have our own ideas, opinions, venture to share them, listen to others and try on new ideas in a safe environment. We’re all just people in process. Life in progress, go slow. It’s my favorite thing about Cafes ...
Death Cafe write up: Second Sunday Death Cafe Portland, OR
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Feb. 10, 2026, 9:21 a.m.
Death Cafe write up: Central Houston’s Monthly Death Cafe - February 2026
Posted by Houston Death Cafe on Feb. 5, 2026, 10:39 p.m.
References for Central Houston's February 2026 Death Cafe
We had 33 people attend this month's dialogue; an honest, impassioned, and vulnerable conversation ensued. Thanks to every one of you for your presence and contribution to our shared space.
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
- Bo's Place
https://www.bosplace.org/en/
- Death Collaborative
https://deathcollaborative.org/
- Empty Bowls Houston
https://www.houstonfoodbank.org ...
With Jacqui Williams
Dec. 16, 2026, 10.30 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. (Brisbane, Australia )
Register via TryBooking and come to Barcellas cafe. Buy your own cuppa and something to eat. And come share in some stimulating conversations.
With Jacqui Williams
Oct. 21, 2026, 10.30 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. (Brisbane, Australia )
Register via TryBooking and come to Barcellas cafe. Buy your own cuppa and something to eat. And come share in some stimulating conversations.
With Jacqui Williams
Nov. 12, 2026, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. (Brisbane, Australia )
Register via TryBooking and you will receive a Zoom link to attend the online workshop.
Death Cafe write up: Kirby Muxloe Death Cafe
Posted by Catrina Young on Feb. 3, 2026, 9:44 a.m.
There were 4 of us in attendance this month, two of whom were new to the cafe. Valuable conversation around the importance of talking about and preparing for death. Lots of laughter and excellent refreshments. Thanks to attenddees and hope to see you at future cafes.
All welcome - next cafe 20 April 2026
With Melissa (Mel) McClave
Dec. 23, 2026, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. (PT)
Do you have an interest in the subject of dying and death?
Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts, ask questions, and hear what others say ...
With Melissa (Mel) McClave
Nov. 25, 2026, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. (PT)
Do you have an interest in the subject of dying and death?
Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts, ask questions, and hear what others say ...
With Melissa (Mel) McClave
Oct. 28, 2026, 6.30 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. (PT)
Do you have an interest in the subject of dying and death?
Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts, ask questions, and hear what others say ...
With Melissa (Mel) McClave
Dec. 1, 2026, 4.30 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. (PT)
Do you have an interest in the subject of dying and death?
Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts, ask questions, and hear what others say ...