Community Keening Ritual

Coming from the Gaelic word Caoineadh (to weep or wail), Keening is an ancient Irish tradition of vocal grieving—deep weeping, wailing, and release for the dead.
When intense emotions are pushed down, they don’t disappear—they settle into the body, building tension and discomfort over time. Keening offers a powerful, physical way to express and move through grief, loss, anger, and transformation.
Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one, a path not taken, or a past version of yourself, you are invited to gather in a space of shared presence and reflection.
Through guided keening, storytelling, and community sharing, we will explore grief as a doorway—where pain and anger can become part of a deeper process of release, connection, and personal initiation.


Join us for an evening of collective expression and support.

Saturday, May 16th, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ismailia Shriners
1600 Southwestern Blvd., West Seneca, 14224
All are welcome. Come as you are.

$10 investment