Community Events
SOLADA is committed to education and resource building. If you have an event that supports the mission of Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance, you may submit below to be promoted on our calendar.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
End of Life Resources Fair
A resource fair dedicated to helping community members navigate the complex world of end-of-life decision making. Join us to meet with area organizations and experts who support end-of-life needs.
Josephine Co Senior Resource Center
1150 NE 9th St., Grants Pass
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided.
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest
Participants will learn how to do the following:
• Take Control: Advocate for themselves and make their illness journey more personalized.
• Communicate Better: Express priorities clearly and ask meaningful questions to health care providers.
• Use the Seven Keys: Apply practical steps to improve their illness experience.
• Plan Collaboratively: Strengthen relationships with family, caregivers, and health care teams.
• Stay Hopeful: Balance planning for the future with maintaining hope.
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe (Copy) (Copy)
We are taking a field trip and trying out an outdoor setting for the month of June and July!!! We will be meeting at the Harry and David Shelter at Reinhardt Volunteer Park. Refreshments provided.
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
We are taking a field trip and trying out an outdoor setting for the month of June and July!!! We will be meeting at the Harry and David Shelter at Reinhardt Volunteer Park. Refreshments provided.
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. FREE
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. FREE
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. FREE
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. FREE
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Advance Care Planning: Supporting People Living with Dementia
w/ Kim Kasiah, PAC Certified Dementia Coach, Trainer, and Champion Teacher and Angela Franklin, Older Adult Behavioral Health Specialist and ACP Instructor
This workshop will include:
• A look at why planning for care in the future is important
• Thinking about goals, values, and what matters most
• Learning about possible future situations and choices you might face
• Understanding how to make decisions for yourself or have someone help you
• Discussing things to think about if you or a loved one has dementia, and what to write down to help with care in the future (life story)
To register or for more info: afranklin@optionsonline.org or 541-450-2036
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Wellness Wednesdays At Grants Pass Senior Resource Center
3rd Wednesday: Navigating Serious Illness - Hope for the Best. Plan for the Rest
4th Wednesday: Together in Grief Support Group
To register or for more info: afranklin@optionsonline.org or 541-450-2036
The Forest Spring Equinox Tour and Celebration
Join us for a tour and celebration of The Forest Conservation Burial Ground. Tour starts at 2pm with a gathering to follow to celebrate the changing season. Bring something warm to drink and please RSVP if you plan to join for the tour. No RSVP is needed for joining us for the celebration. We look forward to seeing you at The Forest.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
This event has been cancelled due to weather. Please contact Hayriya for updated meeting dates. 541-787-7490
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Celia's House Death Cafe- Rescheduled
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
Join us at the Ruch Library for an open, welcoming space to talk about death, dying, and the life experiences connected to them. Our monthly Death Café is a place to come together, share thoughts, listen, and reflect in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. Whether you’re grappling with grief, curious about the end-of-life process, or simply wish to engage in meaningful conversation, everyone is welcome.
Our discussions are informal and participant-led, with no agenda other than encouraging honest dialogue around a topic often avoided. Refreshments will be provided to help create a comfortable, café-style atmosphere.
Cost: Free, donations to support SOLADA are welcome.
No need to RSVP—drop in and join the conversation!
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
Rural Death Cafe- Williams
Join this recurring death cafe at its rotating location. This month at the Williams Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Celia's House Death Cafe
Join us for a unique monthly gathering where people of all backgrounds come together to discuss death, dying, and the life experiences that come with them. The Celia’s House Death Café, hosted by the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA), offers a warm, open setting for respectful conversation, listening, and reflection. There is no agenda—just a chance to connect with others in a safe, supportive environment.
Refreshments provided. Free to attend; donations welcome.
No RSVP required—drop by, bring your thoughts or simply listen and be part of this meaningful conversation.
SOLADA Autumn Movie Series Presents: The Magnitude of All Things
This film is about the parallels between the profound gravity of climate breakdown and the personal experience of the documentarian, Jennifer Abbott's, sisters cancer diagnosis. Stunning visuals and compelling commentary about grief, hope and the human experience propelled this film into international focus and precipitated many awards and commendations.
SOLADA Autumn Movie Series Presents: The Magnitude of All Things
This film is about the parallels between the profound gravity of climate breakdown and the personal experience of the documentarian, Jennifer Abbott's, sisters cancer diagnosis. Stunning visuals and compelling commentary about grief, hope and the human experience propelled this film into international focus and precipitated many awards and commendations.
Rural Death Cafe- Ruch
This month will meet at the Ruch Public Library. A death cafe is a comfortable conversation about death directed by participants. Each conversation is different. Treats will be provided. Donations are welcome.
Hello: Goodbye Club
Weekly informal discussion/study group for folks interested in befriending their mortality and learning how to support others at end of life.
SOLADA Autumn Movie Series Presents: The Magnitude of All Things
This film is about the parallels between the profound gravity of climate breakdown and the personal experience of the documentarian, Jennifer Abbott's, sisters cancer diagnosis. Stunning visuals and compelling commentary about grief, hope and the human experience propelled this film into international focus and precipitated many awards and commendations.
Grants Pass Death Cafe
Join our recurring death café event at the Grants Pass Museum of Art. Refreshments provided. Suggested donation $5
Tending Grief Together
The Grief Tenders of the Southern Oregon Living and Dying Alliance (SOLADA) will facilitate this 2 part event. All are welcome!
Why does grieving together matter? Let’s wonder in good company as we gather for community grief tending. Together may we build our trust in each other and in grief. May we remember the sacredness and healing power of sharing our sorrows in safe, brave space
10:30-11:30 am service incudes poetry, music, message by SOLADA Grief Tenders and a silent stone ritual followed by a ½ hour quiet intermission.
Noon-1:30 pm we circle for a deeper dive grief ritual. You may bring something symbolizing your grief to hold or to place on the communal altar.