A Night Of Grief & Mystery, Portland Oct 20th

“We’re born to a dangerous time. Consider that affliction or consider that assignment.” ~ Stephen Jenkinson They are nights in which love letters to life are written and read. There’s some boldness in them. They have that tone…. Read More

Rave Reviews for Natural Death Care Workshop

More than 100 people journeyed to River View, the historic nonprofit cemetery, on April 14th to hear about greener, more meaningful ways of caring for our dead. We received universally high ratings from participants, who had this to… Read More

Natural Death Care: Green Burial & “Aqua Green Cremation”

Learn about green death care options from the region’s leading natural burial providers. Be the first to learn about “Aqua Green Cremation,” now available in the Portland area.   Details: Sat, April 14, 2018 at River View Cemetery, 0300… Read More

A Finished Heart

In advance of his Sept. 26 performance, a deeply moving, thought-provoking conversation with author and composer Eliott Cherry On September 26, Death Talk Project presents A Finished Heart, written and performed by Eliott Cherry. A Finished Heart is… Read More

The Dilemma of Death & Language of Loss: A Conversation

“Palliative care is one place where euphemisms go to enjoy job security and long life.” Stephen Jenkinson, Die Wise Join me at the 7th Annual Afterlife Conference in Portland June 1-4, 2017 (see image caption for a great $50… Read More

2017 Natural Death Care Symposium

Learning & conversation to honor Earth Day & National Health Care Decisions Day Choose from events in Portland, Hood River & Goldendale, WA Learn about Natural Burial, Family-Directed Funerals & Rituals of Remembrance, tour our region’s leading natural and… Read More

Jan 29 Workshop: Earth Altars for Troubled Times

Spaces still available! Start the new year with MorningAltars founder Day Schildkret & Life-Cycle Celebrant Holly Pruett for a day of beauty-making to honor the darkest season and the grief of these troubled times. Date: Sun., Jan. 29, 2017, 10am-4pm…. Read More

Upcoming PDX Death Cafes

We’re pleased to partner with a range of local hosts to offer Death Cafés at a variety of locations around town. There is no fee to attend (donations gratefully accepted) but registration is required for these upcoming Cafes:… Read More