The Death Network

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 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, welcome message
• 1:15-1:30pm introductions
• 1:30-2:45 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 meetings 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

• February 1
• March 1
• April 5
• May 3
• June 7
• July 5
• August 2
• September 6
• October 4
• November 1
• December 6

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!

As the year draws to a close and the holidays approach, we invite you to pause… to gather in community… and to remember those who came before us.

Join Jenny of Yellow Trellis Counseling and Kara of The Death Network for an evening of gentle remembrance and reflection. Together, we’ll honor the loved ones, ancestors, and guiding spirits who have shaped our lives.

There will be light snacks, warm cider, and space to share stories or simply sit in quiet remembrance. Whether you’re grieving a recent loss, reflecting on family history, or wishing to bring more mindfulness into this season, you are welcome here.

All are welcome... individuals, families, and friends. This will be a space of open-hearted remembrance and connection.

🕯️ Bring a photo or small object to add to our communal remembrance table if you wish.