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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary\, but check the death doula’s Instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. \nHowever\, this is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up-4-2-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T170000
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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary\, but check the death doula’s Instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. \nHowever\, this is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up-4/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5 pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary\, but check the death doula’s Instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. \nHowever\, this is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up-4-2-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE\n2025 Facilitators: \n2/6/25   Lisa Malear \n3/6/25   Veronica Mosqueda \n4/3/25   Dixie Marroquin \n5/1/25   Caitlin Cronin \n6/5/25   Patricia Dubroof \n7/3/25   Diane Ullius \n8/7/25   Laura Lyster-Mensh \n9/4/25   AJ Orlikoff \n10/2/25   Kurt Deion \n11/6/25   Sam Stebbins \n12/4/25   Sarah Miller
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T120000
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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 5pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary\, but check the death doula’s Instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. \nHowever\, this is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up-4-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20250117T164056Z
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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 6 pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary but check the death doula’s instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.\n\nHowever\, this is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20250117T165125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T162659Z
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SUMMARY:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:Mortality Tea Room: Death Doula Pop Up\nGet ready for a unique experience this February at the Historic Congressional Cemetery! This pop-up project will be in the chapel\, open most days in February from Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 6 pm\, where you can freely explore the often-taboo topic of death in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Laura\, our Death Doula In Residence\, will welcome you to stop by to engage in meaningful conversations\, discover valuable resources\, and partake in activities that promote understanding and acceptance of this universal experience called death. No reservations are necessary but check the death doula’s instagram to make sure we are open before you come down.\n\nAMONG AVAILABLE EXPERIENCES: Write your own obituary\, play Death Deck\, make a nature mandala\, exchange plant cuttings\, or participate in a mini-death cafe. Learn about advance directives\, living wills\, green burial\, hospice\, and death binders. Come on your own or bring friends and family. Children are more than welcome to join in and will find activities designed just for them. While the event is free\, your generous donations to the cemetery foundation will be immensely appreciated\, helping us preserve this historical site for future generations. Come\, share\, and be part of this life-enhancing experience. \nPlease note this schedule is subject to change depending on funeral and cemetery needs. Follow this project and see open hours on the death doula’s Instagram or via the sign at the front gate.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/mortality-tea-room-death-doula-pop-up-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241115T205641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T155829Z
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club January (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the science of forensics through Agatha Christie’s novels \nAgatha Christie is the bestselling novelist of all time\, and nearly every story she ever wrote involves one―or\, more commonly\, several―dead bodies. And the cause of death\, the motives behind violent crimes\, the clues that inevitably are left behind\, and the people who put the pieces together to solve the mystery invite the reader to analyze the evidence and race to find the answer before the detective does. Nearly every step of the way\, Christie outlines the nuts and bolts of early 20th-century crime detection\, relying on physical evidence to tell the real story behind the facades humans erect to escape detection. \nChristie wouldn’t have talked of “forensics” as it is understood today―most of her work predates the modern developments of forensics science―but in each tale she harnesses the power of human observation\, ingenuity\, and scientific developments of the era. A fascinating\, science-based deep dive\, The Science of Murder examines the use of fingerprints\, firearms\, handwriting\, blood spatter analysis\, toxicology\, and more in Christie’s beloved works. \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-january-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - Virtual,Tombs & Tomes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241115T204853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T205355Z
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club January (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the science of forensics through Agatha Christie’s novels \nAgatha Christie is the bestselling novelist of all time\, and nearly every story she ever wrote involves one―or\, more commonly\, several―dead bodies. And the cause of death\, the motives behind violent crimes\, the clues that inevitably are left behind\, and the people who put the pieces together to solve the mystery invite the reader to analyze the evidence and race to find the answer before the detective does. Nearly every step of the way\, Christie outlines the nuts and bolts of early 20th-century crime detection\, relying on physical evidence to tell the real story behind the facades humans erect to escape detection. \nChristie wouldn’t have talked of “forensics” as it is understood today―most of her work predates the modern developments of forensics science―but in each tale she harnesses the power of human observation\, ingenuity\, and scientific developments of the era. A fascinating\, science-based deep dive\, The Science of Murder examines the use of fingerprints\, firearms\, handwriting\, blood spatter analysis\, toxicology\, and more in Christie’s beloved works. \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-january-in-person-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - In Person,Tombs & Tomes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241120T182517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T154537Z
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SUMMARY:Notes From the Crypt Holiday Concert
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy holiday favorites performed by musicians from the National Symphony Orchestra.\nThis is a FREE event – no tickets or reservations are required. Seating is first come\, first served. Door open at 11:30am. Join us!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/notes-from-the-crypt-holiday-concert-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241022T161955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T172429Z
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SUMMARY:HCC Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to make this festive season extra special and spread cheer at Congressional Cemetery’s Holiday Market!\nDecember 8th\, 11AM-4PM\nGrounds Surrounding the Chapel \nWe will have a diverse array of vendors\, who offer distinctive gifts\, artisanal crafts\, and delicious holiday treats against the enchanting backdrop of our historic cemetery grounds. Whether are looking for unique gifts\, handcrafted goods\, or mouthwatering confections\, we invite you to light up the holidays with us! This is your opportunity to be a part of a cherished community and showcase your holiday wares to a diverse crowd of visitors. Bring your friends and family for a day of shopping\, sipping\, and seasonal delights! \nAdmission is FREE and dogs on leash are welcome too!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/hcc-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dog Friendly,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240201T033844Z
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241122T130926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T130926Z
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SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday Morning Yappy Hour
DESCRIPTION:This #GivingTuesday\, we want to give back to you and your furry friends and thank you for bringing so much joy to Congressional Cemetery. You make this a happy place for so many! \nPupCups and Coffee:\nA Morning Yappy Hour at Congressional Cemetery\nTuesday\, December 3\, 2024\n7:30 am – 9 am \nTo add to the festivities\, we’ll be awarding some K9 Superlatives! \nPerhaps your pup will be voted: \nBest Dressed\, Most Likely to be Mayor of HCC\, Most Resembles a Famous HCC Resident\, Best Mud Bather\, Teacher’s Pet\, Future HCC Poster Pup \nPlease RSVP so we know how many pup cups we need!\nRSVP HERE \nThe event is FREE to all K9 Members.\nDay Passes will be available for purchase.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/giving-tuesday-morning-yappy-hour/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dog Friendly,K9 Corps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T193000
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CREATED:20240624T033012Z
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club November (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Science is a force for good in the world—at least usually. But sometimes\, when obsession gets the better of scientists\, they twist a noble pursuit into something sinister. Under this spell\, knowledge isn’t everything\, it’s the only thing—no matter the cost. Bestselling author Sam Kean tells the true story of what happens when unfettered ambition pushes otherwise rational men and women to cross the line in the name of science\, trampling ethical boundaries and often committing crimes in the process. \nThe Icepick Surgeon masterfully guides the reader across two thousand years of history\, beginning with Cleopatra’s dark deeds in ancient Egypt. The book reveals the origins of much of modern science in the transatlantic slave trade of the 1700s\, as well as Thomas Edison’s mercenary support of the electric chair and the warped logic of the spies who infiltrated the Manhattan Project. But the sins of science aren’t all safely buried in the past. Many of them\, Kean reminds us\, still affect us today. \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-november-virtual/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - Virtual,Tombs & Tomes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240713T010518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T203046Z
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club November (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Science is a force for good in the world—at least usually. But sometimes\, when obsession gets the better of scientists\, they twist a noble pursuit into something sinister. Under this spell\, knowledge isn’t everything\, it’s the only thing—no matter the cost. Bestselling author Sam Kean tells the true story of what happens when unfettered ambition pushes otherwise rational men and women to cross the line in the name of science\, trampling ethical boundaries and often committing crimes in the process. \nThe Icepick Surgeon masterfully guides the reader across two thousand years of history\, beginning with Cleopatra’s dark deeds in ancient Egypt. The book reveals the origins of much of modern science in the transatlantic slave trade of the 1700s\, as well as Thomas Edison’s mercenary support of the electric chair and the warped logic of the spies who infiltrated the Manhattan Project. But the sins of science aren’t all safely buried in the past. Many of them\, Kean reminds us\, still affect us today. \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-november-in-person/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - In Person,Tombs & Tomes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241007T182534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T184336Z
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SUMMARY:John Philip Sousa Birthday Concert 2024
DESCRIPTION:Please join Congressional Cemetery and the Marine Band for a celebration of the life and legacy of John Philip Sousa. The Marine Band plays the music the “March King” composed at his graveside every year on his birthday and the public is welcome and encouraged to attend\, for free! \nCongressional Cemetery will start the program at 12:30 PM with a short awards ceremony\, followed by a brief lecture by a John Philip Sousa impersonator himself! \nThe Marine Corps band will enter through the 17th Street gate at precisely 1:00 PM for a 25 minute concert at the grave site\, located near the chapel. \nRain or shine\, free to the public.  Closed to dogs. \nAttendance is free but we ask that you please RSVP HERE\nThe event will be live streamed and available on our Facebook page.    \nKeynote Sponsor: \n  \n \nCheck them out here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/john-philip-sousa-birthday-concert-2024/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20241009T155249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T173415Z
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SUMMARY:Dia De Los Muertos At Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary celebration of Dia De Los Muertos at Historic Congressional Cemetery. In collaboration with special guest and Capitol Hill resident\, Rosa Moreno\, we will transform the chapel in the center of our grounds into a place of learning\, remembrance\, and celebration of the “Day of the Dead.” \n“I have been in DC for 14 years and a resident of the Capitol Hill area. I was born and raised in the southwest\, AZ and TX. I come from a Mexican-American family that has been in the southwestern part of the country for generations. \nDay of the dead is one of my favorite holidays because we get to set aside a day to celebrate our loved ones that have passed. It’s a festive celebration full of life and joy. \nIt’s a great pleasure to celebrate this year in such a historic and treasured location.  Excited to come together with our neighbors to share this special occasion.” \nDia de Los Muertos is a celebration that honors ancestors and connects the living with the dead. For our celebration\, we welcome the public to join us in the spirit of the holiday by bringing your memories to add to a community ofrenda at the cemetery. Bring photos of people you have loved and have lost to death as well as mementoes representing them: the foods and symbols of the things they loved and memories you shared. We will share stories about those who are gone\, learn about the traditions of Dia De Los Muertos and similar customs around the world\, and join the community around remembrance and mourning. \nOn November 2 at 11am\, guests are invited to join us at the historic chapel in the center of the cemetery where an enormous community ofrenda will honor the ancestors. The public is welcomed to bring photos of loved ones to add to the community ofrenda\, as well as foods to share that your person or people enjoyed. Join us to decorate sugar skulls\, make paper flowers\, and learn about the holiday. No experience necessary. \nIn addition\, the cemetery is collaborating with Crayola Flowers for a special way to celebrate the holiday\, beautify our grounds\, and honor those buried at our historic cemetery. Participants can purchase flowers to bring to the graves of loved ones and any graves with special meaning to you. The cemetery will also have flowers available for our Dia De Los Muertos participants to decorate graves of your choice throughout the cemetery. \nAt the end of the celebration we will gather outside in a procession around the chapel and out to open the gate to bid the ancestors farewell\, inviting them to return again next year. \nAre you joining us? CLICK HERE to let us know to expect you. You will receive a reminder a few days before November 2. \nNotes: \n·      What is an ofrenda? CLICK HERE \n·      Let’s bring copies of photos\, only\, please. You are welcome to scan photos and email them for us to print them out. \n·      All items on the ofrendas will be donated or recycled if not taken home on the 3rd. \n·      Please bring foods to share that your person enjoyed in disposable containers or ones you will bring home. \nThis is a community event and free of charge offered by the Cemetery’s nonprofit foundation. Donations to the Foundation are welcomed and help us open the grounds for these impactful gatherings. Donations of your time helping out during the event\, of flowers\, and of food to share all serve our goal in offering death education and awareness activities at our historic cemetery\, the Greatest Undertaking in DC! \nQuestions? You can reach our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh at Deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nLearn more: \nPBS News Hour \nWhat is Día de los Muertos? An expert explains the holiday celebrating loved ones who have died \nhttps://youtu.be/HtdUV3cDW0w?si=SYVFzaR-kXELRLPl
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-at-congressional-cemetery/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues,No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240201T033844Z
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240227T035358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T132418Z
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SUMMARY:Collaging Memory: A Reflective Writing Workshop on Grief and Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Death Awareness programming at Congressional Cemetery and facilitated by our Death Doula in Residence\, join us for a writing workshop by teaching artist and playwright Mary Hall Surface. \nDiscover how reflective writing and visual art can offer a creative way to engage with loss. Inspired by 20th-century African American artist Romare Bearden’s collage Tomorrow I May Be Far Away\, participants will experience a process that holds both grief and remembrance. Designed for all\, not just “writers\,” the workshop embraces close outward looking at art and rich inward-looking through reflective writing to begin to build new relationships with loved ones who have passed on. \nMary Hall Surface is a teaching artist\, playwright\, and theatre director and producer whose great-grand parents and great aunts are interred at Congressional Cemetery. She is a popular presenter of workshops in creative and reflective writing for the Smithsonian Associates\, National Gallery of Art\, the Kennedy Center\, Harvard’s Project Zero Classroom and more. \nTO RESERVE A PLACE FOR THIS WORKSHOP CLICK HERE
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/collaging-memory-a-reflective-writing-workshop-on-grief-and-remembrance-inspired-by-romare-beardens-collage-tomorrow-i-may-be-far-away/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240820T000448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T230214Z
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SUMMARY:Author Talk with M.L. Rio: An Event with East City Book Shop
DESCRIPTION:Come to Congressional Cemetery for an evening with the author M.L. Rio!\nSaturday\, September 28th\, 7:00 PM\nEast City Bookshop proudly partners with the Congressional Cemetery to welcome M.L. Rio to discuss her new novella\, Graveyard Shift\, about a ragtag group of night shift workers who meet in the local cemetery to unearth the secrets lurking in an open grave. M.L. Rio will be in conversation with NPR’s Tayla Burney. \nM.L. Rio is an author of dark academia and gothic novels and novellas\, a Shakespeare scholar and actor. With her debut novel\, If We Were Villains\, published in 2017\, Graveyard Shift is her newest work. Currently a D.C. resident\, she and her dog Marlowe are welcome with open arms to the Congressional Cemetery! \nTayla Burney is a Journalist\, Moderator\, Consultant\, and the Network Programming and Production Director for NPR. As the Curator and Creator of WAMU’s ‘In Your Bookstore’ series\, she is a bibliophile with invaluable insights to provide in conversation with M.L. Rio. We excitedly welcome her and her dog as well! \n  \n\nPlease reserve your free tickets HERE!\nPlease direct any ticketing inquiries to East City Bookshop. \nWe would like to thank our partner East City Bookshop for collaborating on this exciting event with us and bringing M.L. Rio and her amazing new book to Congressional Cemetery!\n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/author-talk-with-m-l-rio-an-event-with-east-city-book-shop/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240827T213500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T141606Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with the Residents: A Comedy Show at the Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with the Residents: A Comedy Show at the Congressional Cemetery\nThe Congressional Cemetery is pleased to host an uproariously funny comedy show in our on-site chapel. An Evening with the Residents\, so named to recognize the affectionate nickname for the permanent “residents” of the Congressional Cemetery\, will feature some of DC’s top comedians bringing their best thematic material to the stage. Get your tickets today—this is a rare opportunity to spend an evening of live entertainment in one of DC’s historic\, revered landmarks. \nDoors Open at 7:00 PM in the HCC Chapel. \nOUR COMICS!\n Stacey Axler:\nStacey Axler has been performing regularly since 2021\, at shows and clubs throughout DC and\nMaryland. Stacey has performed in comedy festivals such as the North Carolina Comedy\nFestival\, Solocom in NYC and the Sixth City Comedy Festival. Stacey also hosts a monthly\nstandup show. \nJoey Friedman:\nJoey began performing at her parent’s dinner table in Monsey\, NY. As a cancer survivor\, she has\nnothing to fear and delivers jokes with an unshakable frankness. She can be found regularly\nhosting and featuring at the DC Improv for acts such as Louis Katz\, Brad Williams\, Emily Catalano\nand AdamRay. Most recently\, she featured in Ari Shaffir’s upcoming special. Every year\, she\nco-produces alongside Improbable Comedy and Cyrus Chansler\, a special fundraiser stand up\nshow\, Sense of Tumor\, featuring all survivors\, thrivers and caregivers. \nRebecka Green:\nRebecka Green moved to DC in 2021 from rural Iowa with the public intention of wanting a big\ncity moment\, and with the quiet intention of pursuing standup comedy. As the Midwest-grown\ndaughter of a Swedish computer scientist and a religion professor\, her on-stage presence is a\ncombination of disarming Midwestern and dry Scandinavian humor\, and her comedy focuses on\nall things family\, religion\, city life (rats)\, and pop culture. She appears on some of the city’s\nbest-known stages\, such as the DC Improv\, Hotbed\, and Room 808. \nPatty Mata:\nPatty is a DC based comic\, originally from Canada\, who has hosted at the Arlington Drafthouse\nfor Adam Conover\, Dulce Sloan and Matt Friendly. When Patty isn’t doing comedy\, she is a local\nsocial worker who is desperately trying not to get deported. She enjoys poking fun at the state\nof the country’s affairs and will accept maple syrup as a tradable good. \nTre Solo:\nTre’ grew up a military brat by way of Atlanta and Beaumont Texas. Tre started doing stand-up\ncomedy after being in the Navy. His material consists of stories from the military\, living around\nthe world\, and being raised by an uncanny southern family. Tre’ makes the audience laugh by\nmaking seemingly outrageous life experiences relatable to the audience. \nWinston Hodges:\nWinston Hodges is from Washington DC by way of Virginia. He’s toured all over the east coast\nshowcasing his southern charm and edgy wit. He’s been featured on Don’t Tell Comedy Secret\nSets\, and his videos have been viewed over a combined 20 million times online. He hosts the\nDog Namepodcast\, and his award winning special Grieving Productively is available on YouTube\nand his label debut album Already Aware is available on Apple/Spotify/Amazon. Winston has\nopened for Demetri Martin\, Brian Regan\, Mark Normand\, Michael Che\, and Dave Attell\, to\nname a few. \nGet your tickets below!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/an-evening-with-the-residents-a-comedy-show-at-the-congressional-cemetery/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club September (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:“Utterly fascinating.” —Bill Bryson A groundbreaking exploration of the science of why and how we age and die—from Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan. The knowledge of death is so terrifying that we live most of our lives in denial of it. Throughout human history—from the immortal afterlife of Judeo-Christian thought to the cycle of reincarnation posited by many Eastern religions—we have developed beliefs that allow us to avoid recognizing its finality. One of the most difficult moments of childhood must be when each of us first realizes that not only we but all our loved ones will die—and there is nothing we can do about it. Or at least\, there hasn’t been. Today\, we are living through a revolution in biology. Giant strides are being made in understanding why we age—and why some species live longer than others. Could we eventually cheat disease and death and live for a very long time\, possibly many times our current lifespan? \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-september-virtual/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - In Person,Tombs & Tomes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club September (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:“Utterly fascinating.” —Bill Bryson A groundbreaking exploration of the science of why and how we age and die—from Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan. The knowledge of death is so terrifying that we live most of our lives in denial of it. Throughout human history—from the immortal afterlife of Judeo-Christian thought to the cycle of reincarnation posited by many Eastern religions—we have developed beliefs that allow us to avoid recognizing its finality. One of the most difficult moments of childhood must be when each of us first realizes that not only we but all our loved ones will die—and there is nothing we can do about it. Or at least\, there hasn’t been. Today\, we are living through a revolution in biology. Giant strides are being made in understanding why we age—and why some species live longer than others. Could we eventually cheat disease and death and live for a very long time\, possibly many times our current lifespan? \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-september-in-person/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - In Person,Tombs & Tomes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240201T033844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T130915Z
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club July (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:By: Michiko Iwasaka and Barre Toelken \nThe Japanese have ambivalent attitudes toward death\, deeply rooted in pre-Buddhist traditions. In this scholarly but accessible work\, authors Iwasaka and Toelken show that everyday beliefs and customs–particularly death traditions–offer special insight into the living culture of Japan \nStill interested? Sign up Here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-july-virtual/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - Virtual,Tombs & Tomes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240316T001323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T203046Z
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club July (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:By: Michiko Iwasaka and Barre Toelken \nThe Japanese have ambivalent attitudes toward death\, deeply rooted in pre-Buddhist traditions. In this scholarly but accessible work\, authors Iwasaka and Toelken show that everyday beliefs and customs–particularly death traditions–offer special insight into the living culture of Japan \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-july-in-person/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - In Person,Tombs & Tomes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
CREATED:20240201T033844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T130915Z
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe at Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us at one of our monthly Death Cafes at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nAs an active burial ground\, Historic Congressional Cemetery is well acquainted with death\, but just what is a Death Cafe? \nDeath Cafe is a global movement to encourage discussion about the often-taboo subject of death. These are intimate informal gatherings where we discuss death while eating cake and drinking tea to remind us of comfort and sweetness even in difficult times. There is no agenda other than providing a space for an open-ended conversation. \nPlease join us to explore these topics in the spirit of curiosity and wonder. Please keep in mind these gatherings are not meant to offer or replace grief counseling. In the interest of privacy and being present\, we ask that these conversations remain in the room and there be no recording\, note-taking\, or personal details shared afterward. \nFollow this link for more about Death Cafe history and concept. \nAt Congressional Cemetery\, our Death Cafes are facilitated by a rotating slate of volunteers in the region\, each bringing their own unique energy and way to make space for the conversation. Our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh\, represents the cemetery  for these evenings. \nCongressional Cemetery offers these unique conversations free of charge\, and offers tea and sweets in the tradition of death cafes around the world. We do ask that you consider bringing a food or beverage item to share\, or a suggested $5 donation\, to help cover event costs. \nDue to space limitations and to allow us to offer an intimate conversation\, please reserve a chair for the dates you will be joining us. To be on the waitlist for any unavailable dates\, use the form or please email Laura at deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nRESERVE A SEAT AT AN UPCOMING DEATH CAFE HERE \nFacilitators for 2024: \nMarch 7     Sarah La Rocca (Congressional Cemetery) \nApril 4    Laura Lyster-Mensh (Congressional Cemetery) \nMay 2     Robin Miniter \nJune 6     Diane Ullius \nAugust 1     AJ Orlikoff (Congressional Cemetery) \nSeptember 5    Kitty Linton (Congressional Cemetery) \nOctober 3     Lisa Yanez \nNovember 14    Sam Stebbins \nDecember 5     Lisa Munsat
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/death-cafe-at-congressional-cemetery/2024-06-06/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T155649
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SUMMARY:Tombs and Tomes Book Club May (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Erik Larson’s gifts as a storyteller are magnificently displayed in this rich narrative of the master builder\, the killer\, and the great fair that obsessed them both. \nTwo men\, each handsome and unusually adept at his chosen work\, embodied an element of the great dynamic that characterized America’s rush toward the twentieth century. The architect was Daniel Hudson Burnham\, the fair’s brilliant director of works and the builder of many of the country’s most important structures\, including the Flatiron Building in New York and Union Station in Washington\, D.C. The murderer was Henry H. Holmes\, a young doctor who\, in a malign parody of the White City\, built his “World’s Fair Hotel” just west of the fairgrounds—a torture palace complete with dissection table\, gas chamber\, and 3\,000-degree crematorium \nStill interested? Sign up here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/tombs-and-tomes-book-club-may-virtual/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club - Virtual,Tombs & Tomes
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