Death Cafe write-ups
Ashen Moon Greeley Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Rowan Hawkins on Dec. 15, 2025, 9:29 p.m.
There were new faces at the cafe tonight, especially since we had to suddenly move our location! This time we discussed lost ones passed and advanced planning, taking the opportunity to complete Advanced Directive and both medical and financial power of attorney forms. Skully was delighted to assist and help make their passing more structured when they need it most!
Portland, OR Thursday Evening Death Cafe Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Dec. 15, 2025, 10:11 a.m.
We enjoyed a cornucopia of cake and cookies along with tea before our meeting last night. Scott facilitated and David and Ellen leant their insights. The group was very knowledgeable and engaged in our discussion of death and dying. With such a deep understanding in the attendees, we were able to explore each topic in detail. Each person shared their personal experiences with death and how they felt during and after the dying process. We had a person who is learning the academic side of death. Other people came from backgrounds in chaplaincy and mental health. They shared years of growth and development as they experienced death and ...
Portland, OR Thursday Evening Death Cafe Write up
Posted by nomenoyou1 on Dec. 13, 2025, 10:33 a.m.
Nine people attended this monthly Thursday evening Cafe at the Peace House in Northeast Portland. For several people this was their first Death Cafe. We discussed many tender topics including fear of death and love of life, living with a terminal diagnosis, living with grief and loss. Grief for an imperfect family member who caused us pain is especially challenging. The importance of gratitude as a daily life guide was discussed. Several people expressed gratitude for having an open space to discuss their concerns, hopes and fears. Chocolate cake, vanilla cake and gluten free cookies with tea were enjoyed, and the leftovers left for the Peace House community.
We had 25 people show up at this café. Thusly we split into two groups for sharing. People were very thirsty for the chance to share. It was nice that CBC Winnipeg gave us an interview beforehand to promote.
Ashen Moon Greeley Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Rowan Hawkins on Dec. 2, 2025, midnight
We had a lovely group today, and we all talked about aspects of the "daily death" between the transition of the seasons, societal expectations, and even the transition into parenthood or the denial of it. Skully was delighted, and the brownie was excellent!
Mostviertel Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Sabineschreiner on Nov. 30, 2025, 1:53 p.m.
Today I hosted my first Death Cafe, at my dining table in my beautiful, cozy home in the countryside.
We were 5 people, 2 friends of mine and a son with his mother from my area.
It went well, I would say, the concept of Death Cafe being totally new to all of them.
My cake had turned out really tasty, it was the first Sunday of Advent and we had an hour and a half of open conversation.
Two people are actually affected of a close relative being very sick in the hospital, the story behind it really touched the rest of us.
We also talked about ...
Chelmsford Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Jane Iskander on Nov. 28, 2025, 10:16 a.m. 1 comment
Death Café Chelmsford UK
Date & Location
The Art Place Chelmsford. 28/11.25
Attendance
- 5 attendees:
- Of whom 4 were new participants:
- 1 returning participant:
An interesting mix of familiar and new attendees, some of whom were visiting with a view to hosting a Death Café in their local community.
We began with a reminder that this is a confidential space where everyone is free to speak or simply listen.”
We clarified what a Death Café is — an open, respectful space to talk about death — and what it isn’t, ie not therapy, counselling, or a place with an agenda or intended outcomes or product.
Topics Discussed
The ...
Dulwich Death Cafe Write up
Posted by annkenrick on Nov. 27, 2025, 7:06 a.m.
Death Café report
Bell House
20th November 2026
It was a really fantastic turnout and a lovely atmosphere and we split into three tables to accommodate everyone and ensure all could have their say.
One group moderated by Melissa was a seemingly undiverse collection of white women and one man aged between 40 - 85, but each had different thoughts, styles and approaches. They discussed themes of legacy and control over death. They discussed funeral wishes and how these match up with what actually takes place. Talking about grief and how it feels to lose someone. About assisted dying and suicide.
Towards the end Melissa felt the atmosphere ...
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Overall, how would you rate this event? 5 = excellent, 1 = poor:
Average 4.75
Comment:
Excellent
Very insightful
I thought we would discuss our time before death. Once we are not alive anymore the rest does not matter to the dead person any longer
Time to think, reflect and hear other peoples views
Excellent
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Would you say that attending this event affected your feelings about death and / or life?
If Yes, please attempt to say how:
Yes, affirmed my own thoughts which thought were out of kilter!
Normalised feelings
Just kept the topic of death open for me
Yes it did bring up memories
Yes, grief never goes ...
Virtual Death Cafe Albany, CA USA 4th Sunday PST Write up
Posted by JimKirkpatrick on Nov. 24, 2025, 7:56 p.m.
We came from around US and Canada for this Death Cafe. Some new to Death Cafe. Introductions included what is on our minds and hearts this evening. Many talked of deaths of loved ones and friends. Hoidays missing some who will not be present this year. And talked how to make the most of our day to day life and especially make the most in our relationships.
Ashen Moon Greeley Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Rowan Hawkins on Nov. 17, 2025, 9:35 p.m.
Attendance was small again this month, but Skully enjoyed a warm chai while talking about how there are some tribal cultures that still go through ritual cannibalism as part of their funeral services.
Ashen Moon Greeley Death Cafe Write up
Posted by Rowan Hawkins on Nov. 17, 2025, 9:27 p.m.
While attendance was small, there were discussions about the emotional grief and steps when having a stillborn or miscarriage.
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 ...
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.
Birmingham AL Death Cafe Write up
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.