You are invited to the Grief Garden Club! Please join us every first Saturday of the month at Pioneer Park in Mission Hills for a peer-support grief gathering of gardeners. No experience is needed; beginners are welcomed and encouraged!
What is the Grief Garden Club?
- A seed, succulent, plant, and harvest swap
- A place for tips, tricks, and suggestions for grief gardening
- A death-positive community space with like-minded people
- A casual and safe place to discuss grief amongst peers
What is the agenda?
- 1:00-1:15pm make nametags, altar set up, swap table set up
- 1:15-1:45pm welcome message, introductions
- 1:30-1:45 pm what is grief gardening?
- 1:45-2:45pm a round table discussion on grief and loss
- 2:45-3:00pm goodbyes, and seed, succulent, plant, and harvest swap
What should I bring?
- Any seeds, succulents, plants, or harvests for swapping (not mandatory!)
- A camping chair or blanket to sit on
- Any photos you'd like displayed on the temporary community grief altar we build for each event
Where are these gatherings held?
Pioneer Park in Mission Hills (1521 Washington Place, San Diego)
Please walk to the back corner of the park where the Calvary Cemetery Monument is located. You will see a row of headstones that were salvaged when this park was converted from a cemetery into a public park. Look for us close to them!
When are these meetings held?
Every first Saturday of the month from 1:00-3:00pm
Where should I park?
You can park in the parking lot located at the park or there is ample street parking along Washington Place. There is also limited street parking on Pringle Street which is on the backside of the park.
Is there a cost to attend?
No, this is a free event.
Is this event for kids?
No, sorry, this is an adults only event.
Is this a therapy group?
No, we are not psychologists, therapist, or certified mental health professionals. This is a peer-led community support group for grief and not a therapy group.
Do I have to share about my grief?
It is welcomed but not mandatory. At the beginning of the meeting, we will introduce ourselves and share the reason why we wanted to be present today (which can be extremely vague if you want). After that, all other participation is absolutely optional.
Will food and drinks be provided?
We will have some bottled water if you need it, but please bring your waterbottle if you have one!
Photography Notice: Photos may be taken at the Death Network event for marketing purposes. If you prefer not to be included in any photos, please inform your host before the event. Thank you!
