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SUMMARY:Virtual Terminal Talk
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Virtual Terminal Talk is a FREE group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others in exploring the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. \nIn 2026\, we expanded Terminal Talk to two meetings per month. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes together twice a month. \nWe need your support to help Terminal Talk continue to grow. Please share this free resource with anyone who qualifies or knows someone who qualifies. This is important as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are only present in spirit. \nJoin “Terminal Talk” – a free\, confidential group for those living with a life-limiting diagnosis to openly discuss the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. \n\n\nExclusively for patients – not caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/virtual-terminal-talk-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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SUMMARY:O.C. Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The O.C. Virtual Death Cafe is the place to be to immerse yourself in a lively discussion around dying and death. Anyone who is curious about dying and death is welcome. \nAre you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At our long-running  O.C. Virtual Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided the guidelines that keep the discussions safe and accessible are respected. Please RSVP to: melissa@lastactsoflove.com for the Zoom link or more information. \nThe History of the OC Virtual Death Cafe\nSouthern California resident and end-of-life doula Linda Barnard co-hosted the first Orange County Death Cafe in October 2021 with veteran San Diego Death Cafe host\, Dr. Mitsuo “Mits” Tomita. What started as a mid-COVID monthly meetup has continued to flourish as a virtual monthly discussion. Linda continued to host the Orange County Death Cafe after Mits was unavailable to co-host monthly. Linda decided to step down as host in September 2024. \nIn October 2024\, Linda asked San Diego Virtual Death Cafe host Melissa ‘Mel’ McClave to take over hosting duties of the Orange County Death Cafe. Mel made the Orange County Death Cafe a permanent virtual meeting and changed the name to OC Virtual Death Cafe. \nDeathwork in Orange County California\nFor over 100 years\, the residents of Orange County\, California have thoughtfully cared for their dead. Orange County is home to about one million residents\, all of whom will die. The ethnic diversity of the county requires a thoughtful approach to cultural rituals and modern legacy options. \nLeisure World in Seal Beach and Laguna Hills are Orange County’s premiere retirement communties. Residents of Lesiure World buy into their community knowing that it will be their home at the end of life. Residents are serviced nearby mortuaries and cemeteries. \nIn May 2024\, Barbara McMurray founded the Orange County Deathworkers Alliance to bring together traditional and new-age practicioners of end-of-life care providers. The alliance currently includes caregiver services\, end-of-life doulas\, physicians\, memorial artists\, and authors who write extensively on end of life topics. \n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/o-c-virtual-death-cafe-2/
LOCATION:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T183000
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SUMMARY:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe is a safe place to share your interest in the subject of dying and death. Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. \nThe History of Death Cafes\nDeath Cafes are an international phenomenon. Jon Underwood founded Death Cafes in 2011 in London\, England.  Jon’s vision was to create a space where people could talk about death over tea and cake. The cafes welcome all perspectives. Jon knew that creating a space where people knew there was no agenda\, no speakers\, nor promotions created an environment that nurtured organic conversation. \nAfter Jon died from cancer in 2017\, his family and friends continued Death Cafe as a tribute to his life’s work. To this day\, Death Cafes remain free to attend and free from pre-planned discussion.  All Death Cafe hosts agree to host as volunteers and to follow the guidelines set by Jon. \nThe History of The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\nIn March 2020\, the state of California declared a state of emergency due to a novel human coronavirus that was highly infectious and deadly to vulnerable populations. People were required to avoid congregating in person. Schools\, churches\, libraries\, and cafes were closed. \nI received an email from Death Cafe hosts\, Mits Tomita and Frank Stefano\, asking if I wanted to be part of an online Death Cafe. I accepted the invitation\, and we hosted our first San Diego Virtual Death Cafe in April of 2020. At first\, it was difficult to navigate the technology required to host successfully. We had many hiccups and a “Zoom Bomb” or two that helped us learn how to be better hosts. \nEventually\, Mits’ schedule could no longer accommodate the time and day that worked for our attendees. Frank and I continued to co-host on the fourth Wednesday of every month. In the end\, Frank decided to hand me the reins\, and I continue hosting to this day.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/san-diego-virtual-death-cafe-3/
LOCATION:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Terminal Talk
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Virtual Terminal Talk is a FREE group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others in exploring the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. \nIn 2026\, we expanded Terminal Talk to two meetings per month. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes together twice a month. \nWe need your support to help Terminal Talk continue to grow. Please share this free resource with anyone who qualifies or knows someone who qualifies. This is important as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are only present in spirit. \nJoin “Terminal Talk” – a free\, confidential group for those living with a life-limiting diagnosis to openly discuss the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. \n\n\nExclusively for patients – not caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nTerminal Talk in 2026\nWe added a second “Terminal Talk” date and a new time! The original “Terminal Talk” date continues to be the second Wednesday of every month. We moved the time from 10:30 AM- Noon (Pacific Time) to 11:30 AM- 1 PM (Pacific Time) to accommodate more participants. \nThe second day for “Terminal Talk” will vary monthly depending on availability. Be sure\, I will send out a Zoom link notification with the month’s dates to all who qualify.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/virtual-terminal-talk-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T170000
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SUMMARY:CANP 48th Educational Conference in San Diego
DESCRIPTION:What is the CANP?\nFounded in 1977\, the California Association of Nurse Practitioners (CANP) is a state-based organization that brings together more than 40\,000 Nurse Practitioners (NPs) who work in California. The CANP is the only association dedicated to advocating for NPs as they expand their roles in modern healthcare. \nWhat is a Nurse Practitioner (NP)?\nNPs are Registered Nurses (RNs) with additional training and education who fill gaps in California’s healthcare system\, where Medical Doctors (MDs) need extra support. You can find NPs in rural and urban settings. They are qualified to diagnose disease\, prescribe medications\, and sign legally-binding documents such as a POLST. \nNPs and End-of-Life Planning\nYour relationship with your NP includes planning for end-of-life situations. Find me volunteering at the Compassion & Choices booth on Thursday and Friday\, March 12-13\, 2026. I will be handing out information on Advance HealthCare Directives (AHD) and dementia addenda. \nAs a board member of the San Diego Coalition for Compassionate Care (SDCCC)\, I will have decision aids and POLSTS to share with NPs attending the CANP 48th Annual Education Conference. \n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/canp-48th-educational-conference-in-san-diego/
LOCATION:Manchester Grand Hyatt\, 1 Market Pl\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T130000
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SUMMARY:March Terminal Talk New Time
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Virtual Terminal Talk is a FREE group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others in exploring the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. \nIn 2026\, we expanded Terminal Talk to two meetings per month. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes together twice a month. \nWe need your support to help Terminal Talk continue to grow. Please share this free resource with anyone who qualifies or knows someone who qualifies. This is important as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are only present in spirit. \nJoin “Terminal Talk” – a free\, confidential group for those living with a life-limiting diagnosis to openly discuss the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. \n\n\nExclusively for patients – not caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nTerminal Talk in 2026\nWe added a second “Terminal Talk” date and a new time! The original “Terminal Talk” date continues to be the second Wednesday of every month. We moved the time from 10:30 AM- Noon (Pacific Time) to 11:30 AM- 1 PM (Pacific Time) to accommodate more participants. \nThe second day for “Terminal Talk” will vary monthly depending on availability. Be sure\, I will send out a Zoom link notification with the month’s dates to all who qualify.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/march-terminal-talk-new-time/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20260202T221204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T221204Z
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SUMMARY:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe is a safe place to share your interest in the subject of dying and death. Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. \nThe History of Death Cafes\nDeath Cafes are an international phenomenon. Jon Underwood founded Death Cafes in 2011 in London\, England.  Jon’s vision was to create a space where people could talk about death over tea and cake. The cafes welcome all perspectives. Jon knew that creating a space where people knew there was no agenda\, no speakers\, nor promotions created an environment that nurtured organic conversation. \nAfter Jon died from cancer in 2017\, his family and friends continued Death Cafe as a tribute to his life’s work. To this day\, Death Cafes remain free to attend and free from pre-planned discussion.  All Death Cafe hosts agree to host as volunteers and to follow the guidelines set by Jon. \nThe History of The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\nIn March 2020\, the state of California declared a state of emergency due to a novel human coronavirus that was highly infectious and deadly to vulnerable populations. People were required to avoid congregating in person. Schools\, churches\, libraries\, and cafes were closed. \nI received an email from Death Cafe hosts\, Mits Tomita and Frank Stefano\, asking if I wanted to be part of an online Death Cafe. I accepted the invitation\, and we hosted our first San Diego Virtual Death Cafe in April of 2020. At first\, it was difficult to navigate the technology required to host successfully. We had many hiccups and a “Zoom Bomb” or two that helped us learn how to be better hosts. \nEventually\, Mits’ schedule could no longer accommodate the time and day that worked for our attendees. Frank and I continued to co-host on the fourth Wednesday of every month. In the end\, Frank decided to hand me the reins\, and I continue hosting to this day.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/san-diego-virtual-death-cafe-2/
LOCATION:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:February 2026 Solana Beach Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Solana Beach Death Cafe of 2026 on Wednesday\, February 25\, from 1-2:30 PM. We serve a light lunch along with deep conversations regarding dying and death. \nMore About the Solana Beach Death Cafe\nThe Solana Beach Death Cafe is formerly known as the “North County Coastal San Diego (NCCSD).” This in-person Death Cafe celebrated its second anniversary in August 2025. \nNo matter what it is called\, this Death Cafe is blessed to have many regular attendees who bring their curiosity and wisdom to the group. You will find us a most welcoming group who meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month except December\, to enjoy fellowship and an assortment of complimentary sandwiches and beverages. We also provide a fresh fruit and vegetable tray and a rotating dessert choice. \nThe private clubhouse that sponsors the Solana Beach Death Cafe boasts an ocean view and a variety of small-group seating options. There is plenty of free parking\, too. \nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? \nAt this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nWhat is a Death Cafe?\nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nDeath Cafes and DeathCafe.com are hosted by volunteers and are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes brings you into a space that allows for an exchange of ideas without the pressure of conforming. \nSome Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe\, or directly to DeathCafe.com. \nLearn more about the Death Cafes hosted by Mel here.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/february-2026-solana-beach-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Solana Beach\, CA\, CA\, 92075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:Terminal Talk
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Virtual Terminal Talk is a FREE group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others in exploring the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. \nIn 2026\, we expanded Terminal Talk to two meetings per month. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes together twice a month. \nWe need your support to help Terminal Talk continue to grow. Please share this free resource with anyone who qualifies or knows someone who qualifies. This is important as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are only present in spirit. \nJoin “Terminal Talk” – a free\, confidential group for those living with a life-limiting diagnosis to openly discuss the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. \n\n\nExclusively for patients – not caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/virtual-terminal-talk-february-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:"What Is A Death Doula?" Lecture and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join me\, Melissa McClave\, on Wednesday\, February 18\, at the San Diego Oasis Rancho Bernardo campus for an educational lecture and discussion\, “What Is A Death Doula?” about what Death Doulas are and how they fit into the modern end-of-life care.  This 90-minute class delves into the history of end-of-life doula support\, how dying and death practices have shifted in the U.S.A. since the 19th century\, and what our role is in today’s death care. \nThe format of the lecture is a slide show that begins with defining the role of a death doula. Next\, I will briefly cover the history of doula support in caring for the dying and the rituals surrounding burials and mourning. Following this\, I will briefly cover the changes in death care since the Civil War and the advent of modern medicine. Next\, I will discuss what your current end-of-life options are and how to access resources. Finally\, my lecture will end with how I practice as a Death Doula from educational outreach through to legacy work. \nThe class will end with a question-and-answer discussion that is open to any of the topics covered or other thoughts that may come up. Participants will leave the lecture with an extended knowledge of modern death care\, as well as workbooks and handouts of local and national resources. \n  \n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/what-is-a-death-doula-lecture-and-discussion/
LOCATION:San Diego Oasis Rancho Bernardo\, 17170 Bernardo Center Dr\, San Diego\, 92128\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:Virtual Terminal Talk
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Virtual Terminal Talk is a FREE group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others in exploring the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. \nIn 2026\, we expanded Terminal Talk to two meetings per month. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes together twice a month. \nWe need your support to help Terminal Talk continue to grow. Please share this free resource with anyone who qualifies or knows someone who qualifies. This is important as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are only present in spirit. \nJoin “Terminal Talk” – a free\, confidential group for those living with a life-limiting diagnosis to openly discuss the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. \n\n\nExclusively for patients – not caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/virtual-terminal-talk-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20260131T212822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T000154Z
UID:1623-1770136200-1770141600@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:February 2026 OC Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The O.C. Virtual Death Cafe is the place to be to immerse yourself in a lively discussion around dying and death. Anyone who is curious about dying and death is welcome. \nAre you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At our long-running  O.C. Virtual Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided the guidelines that keep the discussions safe and accessible are respected. Please RSVP to: melissa@lastactsoflove.com for the Zoom link or more information. \nThe History of the OC Virtual Death Cafe\nSouthern California resident and end-of-life doula Linda Barnard co-hosted the first Orange County Death Cafe in October 2021 with veteran San Diego Death Cafe host\, Dr. Mitsuo “Mits” Tomita. What started as a mid-COVID monthly meetup has continued to flourish as a virtual monthly discussion. Linda continued to host the Orange County Death Cafe after Mits was unavailable to co-host monthly. Linda decided to step down as host in September 2024. \nIn October 2024\, Linda asked San Diego Virtual Death Cafe host Melissa ‘Mel’ McClave to take over hosting duties of the Orange County Death Cafe. Mel made the Orange County Death Cafe a permanent virtual meeting and changed the name to OC Virtual Death Cafe. \nDeathwork in Orange County\, California\nFor over 100 years\, the residents of Orange County\, California\, have thoughtfully cared for their dead. Orange County is home to about one million residents\, all of whom will die. The ethnic diversity of the county requires a thoughtful approach to cultural rituals and modern legacy options. \nLeisure World in Seal Beach and Laguna Hills are Orange County’s premier retirement communities. Residents of Leisure World buy into their community knowing that it will be their home at the end of life. Residents are serviced by nearby mortuaries and cemeteries. \nIn May 2024\, Barbara McMurray founded the Orange County Deathworkers Alliance to bring together traditional and new-age practitioners of end-of-life care providers. The alliance currently includes caregiver services\, end-of-life doulas\, physicians\, memorial artists\, and authors who write extensively on end of life topics. \n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/death-cafe/
LOCATION:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251201T182601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T182601Z
UID:1580-1765371600-1765375200@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Vista Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the final Vista Death Cafe of 2025 on Wednesday\, December 10th\, at the Vista Senior Center in Vista\, California. \nThe Vista Death Cafe meets in person at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of every month. The Vista Death Cafe started in August 2025.  Despite having to coordinate schedules with the very active Vista senior community\, Mel McClave eventually found a time and space to accommodate all. \nWhat is a Death Cafe?\nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe space to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nDeath Cafes and DeathCafe.com are hosted by volunteers and are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes brings you into a space that allows for an exchange of ideas without the pressure of conforming.  Some Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe or directly to DeathCafe.com. \nLearn more about the Death Cafes hosted by Mel\, here.  \nVista Death Cafe
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/vista-death-cafe-4/
LOCATION:Vista Senior Center\, 1400 Vale Terrace\, Vista\, CA\, 92084\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251129T210930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T223706Z
UID:1577-1764693000-1764698400@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:OC Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The O.C. Virtual Death Cafe is the place to be to immerse yourself in a lively discussion around dying and death. Anyone who is curious about dying and death is welcome. \nAre you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At our long-running  O.C. Virtual Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided the guidelines that keep the discussions safe and accessible are respected. Please RSVP to: melissa@lastactsoflove.com for the Zoom link or more information. \nThe History of the OC Virtual Death Cafe\nSouthern California resident and end-of-life doula Linda Barnard co-hosted the first Orange County Death Cafe in October 2021 with veteran San Diego Death Cafe host\, Dr. Mitsuo “Mits” Tomita. What started as a mid-COVID monthly meetup has continued to flourish as a virtual monthly discussion. Linda continued to host the Orange County Death Cafe after Mits was unavailable to co-host monthly. Linda decided to step down as host in September 2024. \nIn October 2024\, Linda asked San Diego Virtual Death Cafe host Melissa ‘Mel’ McClave to take over hosting duties of the Orange County Death Cafe. Mel made the Orange County Death Cafe a permanent virtual meeting and changed the name to OC Virtual Death Cafe. \nDeathwork in Orange County California\nFor over 100 years\, the residents of Orange County\, California have thoughtfully cared for their dead. Orange County is home to about one million residents\, all of whom will die. The ethnic diversity of the county requires a thoughtful approach to cultural rituals and modern legacy options. \nLeisure World in Seal Beach and Laguna Hills are Orange County’s premiere retirement communties. Residents of Lesiure World buy into their community knowing that it will be their home at the end of life. Residents are serviced nearby mortuaries and cemeteries. \nIn May 2024\, Barbara McMurray founded the Orange County Deathworkers Alliance to bring together traditional and new-age practicioners of end-of-life care providers. The alliance currently includes caregiver services\, end-of-life doulas\, physicians\, memorial artists\, and authors who write extensively on end of life topics. \n  \n  \nOrange County CA\, USA OC Virtual Death Cafe The first Tuesday of the month 4:30-6 PM (PT) rsvp melissa@lastactsoflove.com\n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/oc-virtual-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251112T060227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T060227Z
UID:1568-1764181800-1764187200@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe is a safe place to share your interest in the subject of dying and death. Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. \nThe History of Death Cafes\nDeath Cafes are an international phenomenon. Jon Underwood founded Death Cafes in 2011 in London\, England.  Jon’s vision was to create a space where people could talk about death over tea and cake. The cafes welcome all perspectives. Jon knew that creating a space where people knew there was no agenda\, no speakers\, nor promotions created an environment that nurtured organic conversation. \nAfter Jon died from cancer in 2017\, his family and friends continued Death Cafe as a tribute to his life’s work. To this day\, Death Cafes remain free to attend and free from pre-planned discussion.  All Death Cafe hosts agree to host as volunteers and to follow the guidelines set by Jon. \nThe History of The San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\nIn March 2020\, the state of California declared a state of emergency due to a novel human coronavirus that was highly infectious and deadly to vulnerable populations. People were required to avoid congregating in person. Schools\, churches\, libraries\, and cafes were closed. \nI received an email from Death Cafe hosts\, Mits Tomita and Frank Stefano\, asking if I wanted to be part of an online Death Cafe. I accepted the invitation\, and we hosted our first San Diego Virtual Death Cafe in April of 2020. At first\, it was difficult to navigate the technology required to host successfully. We had many hiccups and a “Zoom Bomb” or two that helped us learn how to be better hosts. \nEventually\, Mits’ schedule could no longer accommodate the time and day that worked for our attendees. Frank and I continued to co-host on the fourth Wednesday of every month. In the end\, Frank decided to hand me the reins\, and I continue hosting to this day.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/san-diego-virtual-death-cafe/
LOCATION:San Diego Virtual Death Cafe\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251112T031622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T031622Z
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SUMMARY:Meeting of Mortals
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an interest in talking mortality with other mortals? Are you curious to explore the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of mortality? Join me\, Melissa McClave\, a Death Doula with “Last Acts of Love\,” for my new discussion group\, “Meeting of Mortals.” This group-led conversation is open to discussing everything about dying and death\, from choosing who will speak with you when you can’t speak for yourself to how you want to be memorialized for future generations. \nWhat is a “Meeting of Mortals?”\nThe name\, “Meeting of Mortals\,” is based on the word “mortal\,” which is a noun that is defined as a human being. Following the etymology of “mortal” takes me to the Latin root “Mort”\, which means “death.” And finally\, the word that best describes this discussion\, “mortality\,” is defined as “the quality or state of being mortal.” \nMany can’t attend my weekday events\, so I secured a venue for an evening discussion group. We’ll explore dying and death. Attendees can ask questions\, share views\, and listen. This “Meeting of Mortals” normalizes mortality talk. It’s free\, in Solana Beach\, CA\, near BellyUp and The Sound\, every second Friday\, 6-7:30 PM. Join us! \nThis is a time and place to normalize the subject of mortality and start the weekend off with a better understanding of our limited time to connect with ourselves and each other. Afterwards\, we recommend you try one of the nearby restaurants for a meal and the opportunity to continue the conversation. \nI’m hosting this FREE “Meeting of Mortals” on the second Friday evening of each month from 6-7:30 PM in Solana Beach\, CA. The topics covered will depend on the mortals attending. All people and topics are welcome with the understanding that everyone present respects the perspective of others. To RSVP\,  contact me here to reserve your seat. \nMeeting of Mortals Solana Beach\, CA
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/meeting-of-mortals/
LOCATION:Hospice By The Sea\, 777 So HWY 101\, Solana Beach\, CA\, 92075\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251101T220517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T220517Z
UID:1561-1762952400-1762956000@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Vista Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The Vista Death Cafe meets in person at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of every month. The Vista Death Cafe started in August 2025.  Despite having to coordinate schedules with the very active Vista senior community\, Mel McClave eventually found a time and space to accommodate all. \nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe space to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nVolunteers host Death Cafes and DeathCafe.com\, and they are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes allows you to enter a space created for exchanging ideas without the pressure of conforming.  Some Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe or directly to DeathCafe.com. \nLearn more about Mel’s five years of experience as a Death Cafe host and the Death Cafes she hosts\, here. 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/vista-death-cafe-3/
LOCATION:Vista Senior Center\, 1400 Vale Terrace\, Vista\, CA\, 92084\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251101T214253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T214823Z
UID:1557-1762943400-1762948800@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Terminal Talk
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Our Virtual Terminal Talk is a group-led discussion inviting people living with a life-limiting diagnosis to join others as they explore the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nAll diagnoses are welcome! Whether you’re living with ALS\, cancer\, heart failure\, or something else\, we want you to join our group. We are a friendly place and understand the loneliness that comes with trying to make sense of our fate. \nThe History of Terminal Talk\nTerminal Talk’s host\, Mel McClave\, was invited by Roseana Spangler-Sims to host “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few.” Roseana yearned for a place where people living with an incurable diagnosis could come together to talk about their experience. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, Terminal Talk remained in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, Mel pivoted the in-person meeting into a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Mel learned how to host a group like Terminal Talk through her volunteer work as a Death Cafe host. \nThe Future\nSeven people joined the first meeting of the Virtual Terminal Talk. Considering the nature of this discussion group\, it’s important to invite all who qualify to participate. The bond we form transcends the limits of geography and time. We are blessed to spend 90 minutes a month together. We need your support as the founding members of the group succumb to their fate and are present in spirit.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/virtual-terminal-talk/
LOCATION:Virtual Terminal Talk\, CA\, 92024\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251029T055806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T215003Z
UID:1552-1762273800-1762279200@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:O.C. Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Orange County\, CA\, USA OC Virtual Death Cafe The first Tuesday of the month 4:30-6 PM (PT) rsvp melissa@lastactsoflove.com\n  \nThe O.C. Virtual Death Cafe is the place to be to immerse yourself in a lively discussion around dying and death. Anyone who is curious about dying and death is welcome. Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this  O.C. Virtual Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided the guidelines that keep the discussions safe and accessible are respected. \nEnd-of-life doula Linda Barnard hosted the first OC Virtual Death Cafe in October 2023. Melissa ‘Mel’ McClave took over hosting the Death Cafe a year later\, in October 2024\, and has hosted it every month since. \nOrange County\, California\, is located between Los Angeles and San Diego Counties. The coastal neighborhoods include Newport Beach\, San Clemente\, and Huntington Beach. The city of Anaheim is located in Orange County. Anaheim is the home of Disneyland and the NHL team\, the Anaheim Ducks. \nOrange County has a dedicated cemetery district that maintains four cemeteries within the county. The cemetery district helps county residents and taxpayers find a final resting place for their loved ones. Some of the cemeteries in the district have over 500 veterans buried on their grounds. \nBecause Orange County is so close to North County San Diego\, O.C. Virtual Death Cafe Host Melissa McClave has the opportunity to serve clients there\, too. \n  \n 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/o-c-virtual-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T143000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251006T183557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T183557Z
UID:1527-1761138000-1761143400@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Solana Beach Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last Solana Beach Death Cafe for 2025 on Wednesday\, October 22 from 1-2:30 PM. We serve a light lunch along with deep conversations regarding dying and death. \nMore About the Solana Beach Death Cafe\nThe Solana Beach Beach Death Cafe is formerly known as the “North County Coastal San Diego (NCCSD).” This Death Cafe just celebrated it’s second anniversary in August. \nWith the exception of November and December\, you will find us on the fourth Wednesday of the month enjoying an assortment of complimentary sandwiches and beverages. We also provide a fresh fruit and vegetable tray\, and a rotating dessert choice. \nThe private clubhouse that sponsors the Solana Beach Death Cafe boasts an ocean view and a variety of  small-group seating options. There is plenty of free parking\, too. \nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? \nAt this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nWhat is a Death Cafe?\nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nDeath Cafes and DeathCafe.com are hosted by volunteers and are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes brings you into a space that allows for an exchange of ideas without the pressure of conforming. \nSome Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe\, or directly to DeathCafe.com. \nLearn more about the Death Cafes hosted by Mel\, here.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/solana-beach-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Solana Beach\, CA\, CA\, 92075\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20251005T023845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T164410Z
UID:1517-1760119200-1760124600@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Meeting of Mortals
DESCRIPTION:Meeting of Mortals Solana Beach\, CA\nDo you have an interest in meeting other mortals? Are you curious to explore what it means to be mortal? Join me\, Melissa McClave\, with “Last Acts of Love” for my new discussion group “Meeting of Mortals\,” a group-led conversation that’s open to the physical\, spiritual\, emotional\, and mental aspects of dying and death.  \nWhat is a “Meeting of Mortals?”\nMy new group is named “Meeting of Mortals” because the word “mortal” is a noun that is defined as a human being. Following the etymology of “mortal” takes me to the Latin root “Mort”\, which means “death.” And finally\, the word that best describes this discussion\, “mortality\,” is defined as “the quality or state of being mortal.” \nMany can’t attend my weekday events\, so I secured a venue for an evening discussion group. We’ll explore dying and death. Attendees can ask questions\, share views\, and listen. This “Meeting of Mortals” normalizes mortality talk. It’s free\, in Solana Beach\, CA\, near BellyUp and The Sound\, every second Friday\, 6-7:30 PM. Join us! \nThis is a time and place to normalize the subject of mortality and start the weekend off with a better understanding of our limited time to connect with ourselves and each other. Afterwards\, we recommend you try one of the nearby restaurants for a meal and the opportunity to continue the conversation.  \n I’m hosting this FREE “Meeting of Mortals” on the second Friday evening of each month from 6-7:30 PM in Solana Beach\, CA. The topics covered will depend on the mortals attending. All people and topics are welcome with the understanding that everyone present respects the perspective of others. To RSVP\,  contact me here to reserve your seat. 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/meeting-of-mortals-last-acts-of-love/
LOCATION:Solana Beach\, CA\, CA\, 92075\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20250929T232534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T232534Z
UID:1504-1760092200-1760097600@lastactsoflove.com
SUMMARY:Compassionate End-of-Life Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to have “Compassionate Conversations” about end-of-life issues in this discussion group. Death Doulas Mel McClave and Eva Navarrete come together to help you navigate the topic with your loved ones. Between us\, we have decades of experience in teaching people how to broach the topic of mortality. \nEva and I started doing these dual language workshops for the 2024 World Design Capital‘s “Imagining a Better Death” initiative. Our “Compassionate Conversations” end-of-life workshops were so successful that we decided to incorporate them into our public outreach. We now hold regularly scheduled “Compassionate Conversation” end-of-life discussions at the Vista Senior Center and other international and domestic venues. \nUsing a variety of resources\, we discuss your end-of-life options to help you make the best choice for yourself and your family.  Our sponsors include Compassion & Choices\, the San Diego Coalition for Compassionate Care\, and the Vista Senior Center. \n  \nLearn what your choices are at the end of life and how to share them with your loved ones.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/compassionate-conversations-end-of-life-discussion/
LOCATION:Vista Senior Center\, 1400 Vale Terrace\, Vista\, CA\, 92084\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20250929T222207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T232735Z
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SUMMARY:Vista Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The Vista Death Cafe meets in person at 1 PM on the second Wednesday of every month. The Vista Death Cafe started in August 2025.  Despite having to coordinate schedules with the very active Vista senior community\, Mel McClave eventually found a time and space to accommodate all. \nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe space to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nDeath Cafes and DeathCafe.com are hosted by volunteers and are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes brings you into a space that allows for an exchange of ideas without the pressure of conforming.  Some Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe or directly to DeathCafe.com. \nLearn more about the Death Cafes hosted by Mel\, here. 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/vista-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Vista Senior Center\, 1400 Vale Terrace\, Vista\, CA\, 92084\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T103000
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SUMMARY:Terminal Talk is Virtual Now!
DESCRIPTION:Are you living with a terminal illness? “Terminal Talk” is now a virtual resource for those facing their mortality to openly explore the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. This supportive space is exclusively for individuals with a life-limiting diagnosis\, not for caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. We meet virtually on the second Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM Pacific Time.  \nDo you have a life-limiting diagnosis? Terminal Talk\, a group-led discussion\, invites individuals to explore the realities of dying and death. This supportive space encourages participants to share thoughts on the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual aspects of dying. While grief may naturally emerge\, Terminal Talk does not serve as a grief support group or cater to caregivers\, loved ones\, or the general public. \nMel McClave and Roseana Spangler-Sims launched “Terminal Talk: An Open Discussion on Dying for a Select Few” when Roseana invited Mel to host an in-person meeting for people living with an incurable diagnosis. In May 2025\, Mel hosted the first “Terminal Talk” in person at the Vista Senior Center. \nAlthough people wanted a virtual option\, this group stayed in-person until Roseana’s death in August 2025. Consequently\, I’ve discontinued the in-person meeting in lieu of a virtual meeting on the same date and time. Before I added Terminal Talk to my monthly educational outreach\, I learned how to facilitate both virtual and in-person discussions by being a Death Cafe host.
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/terminal-talk-is-virtual-now/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:OC Virtual Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The OC Virtual Death Cafe is celebrating two years of monthly meetings in October 2025! This Death Cafe was started by the dedicated\, end-of-life doula\, Linda Barnard. Eventually\, Mel McClave accepted the invitation to take over hosting in October 2023 and presently hosts it on the first Tuesday of the month. \nDo you have an interest in the subject of dying and death? Are you looking for a safe place to share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and hear what others say? At this Death Cafe\, we welcome all opinions and topics\, provided they follow a few rules that keep the discussions safe and accessible. You are certainly welcome to join us for quality conversations around dying and death. \nThe purpose of this Death Cafe is “ to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.” We use this time to discuss dying and death with no expectations\, agendas\, themes\, or promotions. \nDeath Cafes are a worldwide phenomenon.  Jon Underwood launched and hosted Death Cafes in London from 2011 until his death from cancer in 2017. He modeled them after Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz’s “Café Mortale.” In 2012\, Lizzy Miles hosted the first Death Cafe in the US in Columbus\, Ohio. \nDeath Cafes and DeathCafe.com are hosted by volunteers and are always FREE to attend.  The guidelines that govern Death Cafes are the vision of Jon Underwood to keep the conversation welcoming and free from personal debate. Attending Death Cafes brings you into a space that allows for an exchange of ideas without the pressure of conforming.  Some Death Cafes ask for donations. Consequently\, if you feel the need to donate\, please donate directly to this Death Cafe\, or directly to DeathCafe.com.  \nLearn more about the Death Cafes hosted by Mel\, here 
URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/last-acts-of-love-oc-virtual-death-cafe/
LOCATION:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
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SUMMARY:Terminal Talk
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URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/terminal-talk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250902T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T201717
CREATED:20250910T011052Z
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SUMMARY:Orange County Virtual Death Cafe
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URL:https://lastactsoflove.com/event/orange-county-virtual-death-cafe/
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