CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DEATH & DYING
Saturday, August 1, 2026 – 12:30-4:30pm
Alachua County Headquarters Library
401 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DEATH & DYING is a monthly event hosted by Gainesville End-of-Life Doulas & Friends. Because August is Grief Awareness Month, we are planning a special 4-hour event, so we want to share the details with you. Of course, everyone is welcome!
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 12:30 to 4:30pm
Location: Alachua County Headquarters Library located at 401 E. University Avenue, Meeting Room A (4th Floor), Gainesville, Florida.
Schedule
12:30-1:00: What Is an End-of-Life Doula? (Facilitated by Shanti Vani)
1:00-2:15: Conversations About Death and Dying (Open circle of sharing)
2:15-2:30: Break
2:30-3:00: How to Help a Grieving Friend with Breanna Williams
3:00-3:30: Ritual of Naming and Remembrance with Anna Schwait
(You may bring a photo or a special item of remembrance for the ritual.)
3:30-4:00: Practical Preparations with Nora Wiser
4:00-4:30: Closing Circle of Reflections
Questions? Email: GoodGriefWoman@gmail.com