BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Green-Wood - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Green-Wood X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.green-wood.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Green-Wood REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20250808T162525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T203604Z UID:10036968-1765101600-1765130400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Sunday in the Cemetery DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday in the Cemetery is a day-long exploration of mortality at Green-Wood. We invite you to candidly engage with grief and death through a compassionate\, supportive lens. This free\, open-house style event brings together leading experts for engaging talks\, workshops\, and guided tours that illuminate end-of-life care\, funeral traditions\, and memorial arts. Through personal stories and interactive experiences\, discover community through shared human experiences and gain insights into how we can each live well and remember meaningfully. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Donations encouraged. \n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore Registering\, Please Note:\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: Advanced reservation is strongly recommended. We may reach capacity\, potentially turning away late arrivals. While registration is recommended\, it does not guarantee entry. Only one space may be reserved per person.\n\n\n\nLocation: Programs will take place at various locations and times throughout the day. Please check the schedule for details on your selected events.\n\n\n\nDonation: Although programs are free\, we invite each registrant to support Green-Wood’s ongoing death education initiatives through a voluntary contribution\, enabling us to continue offering meaningful community programs throughout the year.\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.\n\n\n\nA Little More About Safety: Unless there is a medical emergency\, it may be difficult to easily exit during certain tours. Please consider these limitations before registering.\n\n\n\n\nProgram Schedule\n\n\n\nSee the program below for event descriptions and links to register. More programs to be added and a full lineup of panelists forthcoming. \n\n\n\nToo Poor to Die: A Reading & Conversation\n\n\n\n\n\n10am–11:30amLecture in the Modern Chapel – Chapel A \n\n\n\nExplore the politics and power of memorialization with Amy Shea\, author of Too Poor to Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins. She will be joined in conversation by Emma Acker of All’s Well Initiative\, an organization providing End-of-Life Doula services to the unhoused\, and Elsie Soto the Director of Friends of Hart Island\, New York City’s public cemetery. Together\, they’ll consider how we remember and honor those who have died\, especially those without family or resources. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe conversation will be moderated by Gabrielle Gatto\, Green-Wood’s Manager of Public Programs. A book signing will follow the conversation\, with books available for purchase. \n\n\n\nAbout the presenters: \n\n\n\nAmy Shea is an essayist with an MFA and a doctorate in creative writing. In addition to her latest publication\, her work has appeared in literary journals across the U.S. She works as the Writing Program Director for Mount Tamalpais College\, a free community college for the incarcerated people of San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. \n\n\n\nEmma Acker has been working as an end-of-life doula since 2017. In 2021\, Emma founded All’s Well Initiative to provide compassionate end-of-life care across the socioeconomic spectrum of New York City. Partnering with the Pathways Program at All Angels’ Church on NYC’s Upper West Side\, Emma created the Health Care “Proxy Project” supporting unhoused individuals. Emma joined University of Vermont’s End-of-Life Doula Professional Certificate Program as an academic instructor in 2025. She is a founding team member of Here to Honor. \n\n\n\nElsie Soto is the Director of Friends of Hart Island and a public health advocate dedicated to preserving dignity\, remembrance\, and access to New York City’s public cemetery\, where her father was buried during the AIDS epidemic in 1993. Elsie leads citywide efforts to landmark Hart Island and expand visitation for families\, blending advocacy\, education\, and public health awareness. Her work has been recognized by New York City mayors and featured in The New York Times\, Society Magazine (France)\, and numerous local\, national\, and international publications.  \n\n\n\nAbout the book: \n\n\n\nToo Poor to Die: The Hidden Realities of Dying in the Margins is a collection of essays that take the reader on a journey into what happens to those who die while experiencing homelessness or who end up indigent or unclaimed at the end of life. Too Poor to Die highlights the disparities in death and dying faced by some of society’s most marginalized and underscores how privilege and access play a role in death as in life. \n\n\n\nEverything You Were Dying to Know About New York Cemeteries\n\n\n\n\n\n10am–11:30amLecture in the Modern Chapel – Chapel B \n\n\n\nEver wonder how cemeteries in New York are managed\, who owns what\, or what it means to be a lot owner? Join Kerry McGovern\, Investigator with the New York State Department of State’s Division of Cemeteries\, as she presents an overview of how New York’s regulated cemeteries operate and the laws that guide their preservation and governance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation offers an easy-to-understand overview of cemetery governance—a system far more complex and compelling than you might imagine. Whether you’re a Green-Wood lot holder or simply curious about how public cemeteries operate\, you’ll learn how these sacred places are preserved and how you can play a role in keeping them thriving for generations to come. \n\n\n\nThe Division of Cemeteries oversees the establishment\, maintenance\, and preservation of burial grounds for approximately 1\,700 not-for-profit cemeteries in New York State. As authorized by the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law\, the division works with cemetery officials on a wide range of issues including the sale of lots\, service fees\, and the acquisition of land. \n\n\n\nA Final Contribution: Understanding Body Donation to Science\n\n\n\n\n\n12–1:30pmLecture in the Modern Chapel – Chapel A \n\n\n\nWhat does it mean to donate your body to science? This informative and compassionate program explores the often-misunderstood process of whole-body donation—what it involves\, why it matters\, and how it supports medical education and scientific advancement. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by experts in medical ethics\, anatomy\, and end-of-life planning\, this session will walk participants through the practical steps of body donation and address common questions about eligibility\, religious considerations\, and how the choice aligns with personal values. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re considering donation for yourself or a loved one\, this conversation will provide clarity and compassion around this meaningful end-of-life choice. A Q&A session will follow\, inviting you to engage directly with the panelists. \n\n\n\nWhat Do I Doula?\n\n\n\n\n\n12–1:30pmLecture meets in the Modern Chapel – Chapel B \n\n\n\nJoin death and grief doulas\, alongside death educators\, for a discussion about the far-reaching services of a doula. Learn how you can use their services and how they can be a resource when supporting others. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll hear from grief doulas\, pet loss doulas\, legacy doulas\, eco doulas\, vigil doulas\, administrative doulas\, and many more. (Not sure what that means? Don’t worry\, we’ll tell you all about it!) \n\n\n\nWhether you’re exploring doula services for yourself\, considering training\, or seeking resources to help others\, this conversation will illuminate the diverse ways doulas can provide compassionate support during life’s most challenging transitions. \n\n\n\nWriting about Grief\n\n\n\n\n\n2–3:30pmPanel Conversation in the Modern Chapel – Chapel A \n\n\n\nLoss touches every life\, yet each person’s journey through grief remains uniquely their own. This panel brings together writers who center grief in their work to explore how the act of artistic creation serves as both a pathway through mourning and a means to connect with others navigating similar terrain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis conversation welcomes writers\, readers\, and anyone walking their own path through loss. Together\, we’ll discover how words can help us make sense of grief—its sorrow and its revelations\, its endings and unexpected beginnings. The panel will conclude with an interactive Q&A. \n\n\n\nSibling Loss\n\n\n\n\n\n2–3:30pmPanel Conversation in the Modern Chapel – Chapel B \n\n\n\nSibling loss is often called a “forgotten grief\,” overlooked by society and frequently misunderstood. This panel brings together writers\, mental health professionals\, and individuals with lived experience to explore the profound complexity of grieving a sibling and how that loss shapes identity\, memory\, and family dynamics throughout one’s life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether your loss is recent or long ago\, whether you’re grieving or supporting someone else\, this conversation will offer validation\, insight\, and space to reflect on the enduring bond between siblings that persists even after death. A moderated Q&A will follow\, allowing attendees to share questions and stories. \n\n\n\nGrieving and Weaving\n\n\n\n\n\n4–6:00pmHands-on Workshop in Chapel B \n\n\n\nJoin us for an afternoon of knitting and crocheting that explores creativity\, contemplation\, and healing through textile arts. Led by artist Mary Pat Klein\, discover the therapeutic potential of tactile crafts in processing grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll skill levels are welcome; tutorials are available for beginners\, and experienced crafters of any medium may work on their new or ongoing projects. A limited number of materials for crafting will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nMary Pat Klein is a renowned yarn craftsperson whose work has been part of Oscar-nominated costume design teams and has been featured on Broadway and television. \n\n\n\nSacred Grounds: Sips & Stories\n\n\n\n\n\n4–6:00pmMeet and Greet in the Modern Chapel – Chapel A \n\n\n\nAt this intimate and informal gathering\, Green-Wood’s gravediggers\, crematory operators\, and memorial counselors\, alongside local death-care-industry professionals and community members\, will join together for candid and supportive conversations about death work. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile mingling over light refreshments\, you’ll have unprecedented access to the professionals who quietly steward our final transitions and work to demystify death care. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/sunday-in-the-cemetery-2/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/GW-Sundays-In-The-Cemetery-List.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20250808T151721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T151724Z UID:10036964-1765564200-1765571400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen and/or read to this piece featured on NPR.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere to go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nThe Modern Chapel is not fully ADA Compliant. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility for this program. Please call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or email events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-3/2025-12-12/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20251202T191325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T150616Z UID:10037015-1765710000-1765717200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Between Endings and Beginnings: A Ritual at Jean Shin’s Offering DESCRIPTION:Join us for the inauguration of Jean Shin’s Offering\, a site-specific installation in Green-Wood’s entrance meadow. Inspired by Korean tumuli burial mounds\, Offering honors trees that have lived and died at the Cemetery\, transforming fallen trunks\, branches\, and leaves into a living memorial. As these natural materials decompose\, they will nourish the soil and fuel new growth\, and native wildflowers planted in spring 2026 will create habitat for birds and pollinators. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nThis afternoon’s program begins with an introduction to Offering by Jean Shin and an overview of death education at Green-Wood by Toni Franco\, one of the Cemetery’s Death Cafe facilitators. Dannielle Tegeder from Hilma’s Ghost will then lead a contemplative ritual at the site of the installation. Participants will take care in a series of guided meditation and release work\, as well as collecting natural elements to carry forward into their own personal rituals during the darkest days of December.  \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome\, but please note that this ritual will take place outdoors. Please dress comfortably and wear appropriate footwear. Contact us in advance if you require any accommodations. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/between-endings-and-beginnings-a-ritual-at-jean-shins-offering/ CATEGORIES:Death Education,Jean Shin ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/JeanShin_TreeRitual_Website_4_3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20250808T154204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T154246Z UID:10036966-1765909800-1765915200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-21/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T044613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T044843Z UID:10037059-1768329000-1768336200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re an expert with yarn\, just starting out\, or prefer sketching or collaging\, all are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories.  \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nTo hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donationto the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-4/2026-01-13/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260127T180445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T180449Z UID:10037061-1769538600-1769544000@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that today’s session will be meeting VIRTUALLY. To register or join\, please click here. \n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief\, loss\, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore such topics as burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space over tea and pastries. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-22/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T044613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T044843Z UID:10037054-1771439400-1771446600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re an expert with yarn\, just starting out\, or prefer sketching or collaging\, all are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories.  \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nTo hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donationto the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-4/2026-02-18/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T051100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T051105Z UID:10037062-1772044200-1772049600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief\, loss\, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore such topics as burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space over tea and pastries. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-20/2026-02-25/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T044613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T044843Z UID:10037056-1773945000-1773952200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re an expert with yarn\, just starting out\, or prefer sketching or collaging\, all are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories.  \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nTo hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donationto the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-4/2026-03-19/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T051100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T051105Z UID:10037063-1774549800-1774555200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief\, loss\, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore such topics as burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space over tea and pastries. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-20/2026-03-26/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T044613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T044843Z UID:10037057-1776191400-1776198600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re an expert with yarn\, just starting out\, or prefer sketching or collaging\, all are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources. As we create together in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories.  \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nTo hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donationto the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer free and low-cost programs throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-4/2026-04-14/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037406-1776191400-1776198600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-04-14/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260104T051100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T051105Z UID:10037064-1777401000-1777406400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Death Cafe DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss grief\, loss\, and mortality. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore such topics as burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free. Registration required. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space over tea and pastries. \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year. \n\n\n\nBEFORE RESERVING YOUR SPOT\, PLEASE NOTE:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street).\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-20/2026-04-28/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260406T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170837Z UID:10037438-1777401000-1777406400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:DEATH CAFE DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries.  \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-23/2026-04-28/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T230000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260310T191926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T153327Z UID:10037371-1777658400-1777676400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:MoonFest DESCRIPTION:Credit: Alex Testere\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration for MoonFest is now closed. Thank you for the incredible response! We’re so excited by the enthusiasm for this event. Please do not call to register\, and check back here for regular updates. \n\n\n\nMoonFest is Green-Wood’s new after-hours celebration of humanity’s enduring fascination with the moon. The event draws inspiration from the Cemetery’s permanent resident\, John Draper\, who made history in 1840 by capturing one of the earliest photographs of the moon\, proving we could bridge the 238\,000-mile gap between the Earth and our celestial neighbor. Channeling that pioneering spirit\, creatives\, scientists\, historians\, and stargazers will guide visitors in exploring the moon’s profound influence on our world\, from the rhythm of the tides and time to mythology and the future of space travel.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn-Site Program(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nPROGRAM SCHEDULE\n\n\n\nMOON AND STARGAZING\nAttendees are encouraged to bring a blanket\, kick back\, and enjoy stargazing at the Main Entrance Meadow all night long!  \n\n\n\nEyes on the Sky!Time: 8-11pm Location: Main Entrance Meadow \n\n\n\nFulfill your curiosity and join the Amateur Astronomers Association for a night under a full moon at Green-Wood. Peer through powerful telescopes at distant stars\, glowing planets\, and the moon’s textured surface with expert astronomers by your side to see the cosmos like never before. No experience needed\, just drop in and look up! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWALKING TOURS\nFirst come\, first served\, regardless of registration. The queue begins 15 minutes before the start of each tour. All tour participants agree to the terms outlined at the bottom of this page. \n\n\n\nSpirits of Science Walking ToursTimes: 7–9pm\, 7:45–9:45pm\, and 8:30–10:30pmLocation: Meets at the Arch near the Main Entrance \n\n\n\nWhat do minty fresh breath\, penicillin\, and the first photograph of the moon have in common? They all have roots at Green-Wood! Meet the innovators whose curiosity changed the world\, including photographer and chemist John Draper\, pharmaceutical pioneer Charles Pfizer\, and the man who made toothpaste a household staple\, William Colgate\, and more. You’ll discover that their stories are far stranger and more entertaining than any textbook lets on. \n\n\n\nBugging Out!Time: 7–8pmLocation: Meets at the Arch near the Main Entrance \n\n\n\nHerbivores\, carnivores\, pollinators\, parasites—at least 950 beautiful (and sometimes frightening) species of insects and spiders have been identified at Green-Wood. Join us for a twilight exploration of these remarkable invertebrates as they emerge in the shifting light\, and experience an eye-opening evening of insect watching. You’ll gain new perspectives on insect behaviors and adaptations\, as well as the Cemetery itself\, as dusk settles in. \n\n\n\nBugging Out! At NightTime: 8:30–10pmLocation: Meets at the Arch near the Main Entrance \n\n\n\nDiscover your inner entomologist with an after-hours exploration of Green-Wood’s nocturnal insects. Use ultraviolet lights to attract and observe moths\, often called the “jewels of the night.” As the lights glow\, a fascinating array of other nighttime visitors may appear\, offering a rare glimpse into the Cemetery’s biodiversity after sunset. \n\n\n\nUV Fungi and LichensTime: 9–10:30pmLocation: Meets at the Arch near the Main Entrance \n\n\n\nJoin Blacki Migliozzi\, a data journalist at The New York Times\, for a presentation exploring the hidden world of UV fluorescence in fungi and lichens\, offering a glimpse into what makes certain species glow. Following the talk\, participants will head out on a guided evening walk with UV flashlights to spot luminous lichens. \n\n\n\nNocturnal NavigatorsTimes: 8:30–9:30pm and 9:45–10:45pmLocation: Meets at the Arch near the Main Entrance \n\n\n\nAfter the sun sets over Green-Wood’s historic landscape\, the nocturnal creatures begin to emerge! Join biologist Nic Comparato for an exciting adventure into the secret world of bats. Discover the species that call this Cemetery home\, from the little brown bat to the eastern red bat and hoary bat. Experience a live sonar demonstration using a handheld bat detector\, which translates bats’ ultrasonic calls into sounds we can hear\, and see how scientists use this tool to identify bats in real time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nART ACTIVITIES\nAll activities are first come\, first served regardless of registration. Supplies are limited.  \n\n\n\nPress & Poem: A Cosmic Crafting SessionTime: 7–11pmLocation: The Green-House Classroom \n\n\n\nGreen-Wood’s artist in residence\, Jia Sung\, has spent years drawing the cosmos\, including moons\, constellations\, and orbiting celestial bodies. Now\, she brings that practice into your hands. Choose a stamp\, press it to the page\, and let it guide you toward a poem or small work of art. Like Chinese poets who composed in response to mountains\, seasons\, and skies\, all you need is a starting point. Let tonight’s Flower Moon serve as your inspiration! \n\n\n\nGreedy Peasant’s Lunar Photo SanctumTime: 7–11pmLocation: The Green-Wood Gallery at the Green-House \n\n\n\nCalling all dreamers\, stargazers\, and night wanderers: Greedy Peasant returns to Green-Wood with a moon-themed photo pop-up inspired by medieval imagery. Design your own celestial halo\, then step into the glow for a portrait worthy of the sacred and the strange. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTALKS AND PRESENTATIONS\nDue to capacity limits\, all presentations are first come\, first served\, regardless of registration. Limited seating and standing room section.   \n\n\n\nSimultaneous Spanish translation will be available for all sessions. Please see a member of staff or a volunteer to assist you.  \n\n\n\nSee below for a description of each panel. \n\n\n\nTHE GREEN-HOUSE ATRIUM\nChasing the Infinite: From Medieval Manuscripts to the Modern Night SkyTime: 7–8pmLocation: The Green-House Atrium \n\n\n\nWhen curator Joshua O’Driscoll opens the Morgan Library & Museum’s celestially inspired manuscripts and astrophotographer Ian Lauer turns his lens skyward\, more than a millennium of wonder comes into view. Together\, they will explore how humans have always reached for the heavens\, whether through pigment and parchment or pixels and light. Moderated by Matthew Stanley\, professor at New York University.  \n\n\n\nHuman Endeavors in ExplorationTime: 8:30–9:30pmLocation: The Green-House Atrium \n\n\n\nBlast off into the Space Race\, when ambition\, rivalry\, and curiosity propelled humans to the moon. What made that giant leap possible\, and how does it still shape life on Earth today? Look ahead to the Artemis missions and what it means to return to the moon in a new era of exploration. Join Astronomy on Tap as we move through the past\, present\, and future\, and ask the million-dollar question: What continues to draw us skyward? \n\n\n\nHuman Endeavors in Finding Meaning in the MoonTime: 10–11pmLocation: The Green-House Atrium \n\n\n\nLong before rockets\, the moon was a story we couldn’t stop telling. Across cultures and centuries\, it has guided calendars\, inspired myths\, and sparked wonder in anyone who’s looked up at night. Why does this glowing neighbor still hold such power over our imagination? Join Astronomy on Tap for a lively journey through lunar lore\, cultural connections\, and the timeless pull of the moon. \n\n\n\nWhat is Astronomy on Tap? Astronomy on Tap is an event series connecting scientists\, educators\, and communicators directly with the public in fun\, engaging ways. Staged across pubs\, museums\, and cultural institutions across NYC\, each show showcases creative\, exciting\, and honest talks from people telling their professional and personal stories of science.  \n\n\n\n\nMODERN CHAPEL A  \nFloramancy\, Space\, and Self: The World of Black MetalTime: 7–7:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel A \n\n\n\nThree years in the making\, Black Metal is an experimental collaboration led by Afrotectopia\, in partnership with MIT’s Media Lab and NYU’s Interactive Telecommunications Program. The project supported research artists Ari Melenciano\, Jordan Caldwell\, Jeremy Kamal\, and Kordae Jatafa Henry as they imagined new futures for space travel.  \n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, Ari Melenciano explores how the cosmos becomes a mirror\, reflecting how Black culture has always carried the universe within it. This vision unfolds through ancestral floramancy\, reimagined spacesuits\, cinematic inner voyages\, and the uncharted terrain of self-realization. \n\n\n\nMarking the Night Sky: Art and the UniverseTime: 8–8:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel A \n\n\n\nThe night sky can act as a canvas and catalyst\, where science\, culture\, and imagination are inseparable. Artist Tariku Shiferaw\, whose ongoing series Mata Semay (“night skies” in Amharic) reimagines the cosmos through mythology and diasporic histories\, will be joined by theoretical physicist\, author\, and jazz saxophonist Dr. Stephon Alexander.  \n\n\n\nA professor at Brown University\, Alexander has spent his career drawing connections between music and the structure of the universe. Together\, they will discuss how\, in many non-Western histories\, the night sky has always been a site of exploration and projection. \n\n\n\nAfter Dark: Humanity’s Dreams and the CosmosTime: 9–9:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel A \n\n\n\nFor many\, night isn’t the absence of light but a time when illumination takes alternative forms through dreams\, myths\, and cinema. In this conversation\, two artists and a film curator explore how luminosity and cosmic forces shape their creative practices.  \n\n\n\nAnthony Cudahy creates figurative paintings exploring autobiographical narratives and crafted mythologies\, drawing on historical and personal photographs. Gretta Johnson builds surreal\, disjointed environments inspired by creation stories and dream imagery. Lukas Brašiškis\, Curator of Film and Video at e-flux and co-curator of The 14th Shanghai Biennale: Cosmos Cinema\, examines how artists address humanity’s relationship to the cosmos through political\, ethical\, and aesthetic lenses. \n\n\n\nShooting the Stars: Astrophotography 101Time: 10–10:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel A \n\n\n\nJoin astrophotographer Ian Lauer for an introduction to capturing the beauty of the night sky. From camera settings to composition\, he’ll walk you through the essential tools and techniques that turn darkness into stunning celestial imagery. Whether you’re a complete beginner or simply curious about what’s possible\, this is your invitation to start looking up! \n\n\n\n\nMODERN CHAPEL B  \nBeyond Earth: Making Space AccessibleTime: 7–7:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel B \n\n\n\nAs humanity looks toward a more expansive future in space\, who gets to be part of it is just as important as how we get there. Kim Macharia will explore what it takes to open pathways into the space industry and how greater access can reshape the future of exploration.  \n\n\n\nGitika Gorthi\, the Founder/CEO of interdisciplinary space education nonprofit IgnitedThinkers\, will discuss space-to-earth verticals\, the global aerospace industry landscape\, and next steps to empower the next generation to enter the exponentially growing space economy. Together\, they will consider how expanding participation today will shape who we become as a spacefaring society. Moderated by Charlotte Martin\, Director of Access Initiatives at the Intrepid Museum.  \n\n\n\nLunar Rhythms: How the Moon Shapes Our LivesTime: 8–8:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel B \n\n\n\nThroughout history\, the moon has shaped how humans experience time\, nature\, and the world around them. Professor K. E. Saavik Ford of Borough of Manhattan Community College will guide us through the lunar calendars and rhythms that have inspired these traditions\, and how lunar and solar calendars interact.  \n\n\n\nThis year\, the full moon coincides with the solar holiday of Beltane\, the Irish festival of fertility\, fire\, and renewal celebrated each year on May 1st. Moderated by Noah Guiberson\, a neuroscientist at Weill Cornell Medicine and a co-host of the podcast Facts Machine.  \n\n\n\nThrough the Telescope: Centuries of Cosmic DiscoveryTime: 9–9:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel B \n\n\n\nFrom Galileo’s first lens to today’s cutting-edge observatories\, the telescope has been humanity’s greatest tool for observing the cosmos. Columbia PhD student Meghna Sitaram describes the variety of telescopes used\, and ongoing work to advance technology for observing galaxies on the ground and in space. Flatiron Research Fellow Joseph Long shares his work using the MagAO-X adaptive optics system on the Magellan Telescope to capture images of elusive exoplanets. Moderated by Paula Croxson\, a neuroscientist\, science communicator\, and Senior Producer for The Story Collider.  \n\n\n\nCosmic Web: Mapping the Structure of the UniverseTime: 10–10:45pmLocation: Modern Chapel B \n\n\n\nPeering into the universe takes more than a telescope. Charlotte Welker\, assistant professor at  New York City College of Technology\, uses powerful simulations to reveal how galaxies form and evolve within the vast cosmic web. Her work brings to life the hidden forces that shape the universe\, from black holes to galactic collisions. Moderated by Charlotte Olsen\, an astrophysicist and adjunct professor at New York City College of Technology.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission is free and everyone is welcome! Presentations and tours are first come\, first served\, so we recommend arriving early and building in some extra time. Indoor spaces have limited capacity\, but there’s plenty of room for moon and stargazing out in the meadow! \n\n\n\nThis program is funded by Simons Foundation International and administered by the Simons Foundation’s Science\, Society & Culture division.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nTickets: There is no need to print tickets! Attendees will be checked in by name.\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: Check-in takes place at the Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, near the Main Entrance on Fifth Avenue and 25th Street.\n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: While most of the program takes place in the ADA-accessible Green-House\, it includes a walking tour over hilly\, grassy\, and uneven terrain. This portion is not wheelchair accessible and may be challenging for those with balance or mobility issues. There are no seating areas during the tour. For disability-related accommodations\, contact us at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1 or events@green-wood.com. This tour is not recommended for children under 10. Please wear appropriate footwear.\n\n\n\nRefunds: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only permissible if the tour is canceled by Green-Wood. Tickets cannot be exchanged for a different tour date.\n\n\n\nInclement Weather Policy: We monitor weather conditions throughout the day for the best chance of proceeding with the tour\, and will not make a final decision until approximately 3 hours before the start of the tour. Cancellations will be announced via Eventbrite email blasts\, so check your email and spam folders. URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/moonfest/ CATEGORIES:Death Education,The Green-House at Green-Wood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MoonFest-Credit-Alex-Testere.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037407-1778697000-1778704200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-05-13/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260406T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170837Z UID:10037439-1779301800-1779307200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:DEATH CAFE DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries.  \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-23/2026-05-20/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260310T172447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T172453Z UID:10037368-1780425000-1780430400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Signatures for Safekeeping: Preparing End-of-Life Documents  DESCRIPTION:Most of our decisions around end-of-life not only involve answering the big questions\, but also handling complex paperwork. This program offers practical and accessible guidance on the documents that help ensure our wishes are known (both for ourselves and others). Designed for adults at any stage of life\, this series emphasizes empowerment to combat feelings of overwhelm.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn from lawyers\, estate planners\, and end-of-life care practitioners about essential documents such as advance directives\, health care proxies\, wills\, powers of attorney\, and other planning tools. The sessions will take care to break down what each document does and when it’s needed.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at The Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, across the street from the Main Entrance of Green-Wood (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is an ADA-compliant building; however\, extra accommodations for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids are encouraged before reserving tickets. To contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility\, call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/signatures-for-safekeeping-preparing-end-of-life-documents/2026-06-02/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_7460-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260310T162433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T204332Z UID:10037358-1781807400-1781812800@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of a Gravedigger  DESCRIPTION:Green-Wood’s A Day in the Life series turns its focus inward\, spotlighting the dedicated professionals who keep the Cemetery running. Ever wonder what it’s like to work alongside death—or what inspires someone to build a career in the deathcare field? Hear directly from Green-Wood staff members whose behind-the-scenes efforts shape this historic landscape. Panelists will share insights into their responsibilities\, the skills their roles require\, and what it means to work in a space that is both an active business and sacred ground.  \n\n\n\nA Day in the Life brings together industry professionals for lively conversations about the many facets of work in the deathcare field.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at The Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, across the street from the Main Entrance of Green-Wood (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is an ADA compliant building; however\, extra accommodations for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids are encouraged\, before reserving tickets. To contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility\, call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-gravedigger-2/ CATEGORIES:Death Education,The Green-House at Green-Wood ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1Union-Staff-7.15.2021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037408-1781807400-1781814600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-06-18/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260406T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170837Z UID:10037440-1782844200-1782849600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:DEATH CAFE DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries.  \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-23/2026-06-30/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037409-1784053800-1784061000@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-07-14/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260406T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170837Z UID:10037441-1784831400-1784836800@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:DEATH CAFE DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries.  \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-23/2026-07-23/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037410-1786559400-1786566600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-08-12/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260406T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170837Z UID:10037442-1787164200-1787169600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:DEATH CAFE DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jothan Cashero\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Death Cafe is a simple yet powerful idea: bring people together to openly discuss one of life’s greatest truths—death. With thousands of chapters in over 90 countries\, Death Cafes are informal gatherings designed to “increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their lives.” There’s no set agenda\, but conversations might explore topics like burial vs. cremation\, green burials\, planning funerals and celebrations of life\, or personal experiences with grief.  \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Cemetery’s Modern Chapel to share your thoughts\, hopes\, and questions in a safe\, welcoming space—over tea and pastries.  \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant; however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/death-cafe-23/2026-08-19/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/All-Death-Cafe_Credit-Jothan-Cashero.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260310T172447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T172453Z UID:10037369-1788978600-1788984000@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Signatures for Safekeeping: Preparing End-of-Life Documents  DESCRIPTION:Most of our decisions around end-of-life not only involve answering the big questions\, but also handling complex paperwork. This program offers practical and accessible guidance on the documents that help ensure our wishes are known (both for ourselves and others). Designed for adults at any stage of life\, this series emphasizes empowerment to combat feelings of overwhelm.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn from lawyers\, estate planners\, and end-of-life care practitioners about essential documents such as advance directives\, health care proxies\, wills\, powers of attorney\, and other planning tools. The sessions will take care to break down what each document does and when it’s needed.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at The Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, across the street from the Main Entrance of Green-Wood (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is an ADA-compliant building; however\, extra accommodations for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids are encouraged before reserving tickets. To contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility\, call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/signatures-for-safekeeping-preparing-end-of-life-documents/2026-09-09/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_7460-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037411-1789583400-1789590600@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-09-16/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260310T164408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T164412Z UID:10037365-1791397800-1791403200@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of a Funeral Celebrant  DESCRIPTION:Credit: Shannon Taggart\n\n\n\n\n\nGreen-Wood’s A Day in the Life series turns its focus to funeral celebrants\, professionals who work closely with families to create meaningful\, personalized rituals and memorial services. Panelists will discuss what their day-to-day responsibilities entail\, from collaborating with families\, funeral directors\, and communities to designing services that reflect individual values\, cultures\, and beliefs. The conversation will also explore the logistics and emotional labor of the role\, as well as pathways into the profession. Attendees are invited to ask questions about training\, common misconceptions about celebrancy\, and the evolving ways people mark death today.  \n\n\n\nA Day in the Life brings together industry professionals for lively conversations about the many facets of work in the deathcare field.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at The Green-House (750 Fifth Avenue)\, across the street from the Main Entrance of Green-Wood (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Green-House is an ADA-compliant building; however\, extra accommodations for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids are encouraged\, before reserving tickets. To contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility\, call 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or email events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-funeral-celebrant/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NOV_1_2019_WEB_024.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037412-1791484200-1791491400@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-10-08/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T085641 CREATED:20260327T050000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164122Z UID:10037413-1794594600-1794601800@www.green-wood.com SUMMARY:Grieving & Weaving DESCRIPTION:Credit: Jordana Bermudez\n\n\n\n\n\nStitching together creativity and community\, this knitting and crocheting group is unique for one reason: it meets in a cemetery. Whether you’re an expert with yarn or just starting out\, you are welcome to join us as we share stories\, skills\, and grief resources in the comfort of Green-Wood’s Modern Chapel. As we create together\, we’ll talk about the significance of handmade items in both our personal and collective histories. To hear about past attendees’ experiences\, listen to and/or read this piece featured on NPR.     \n\n\n\nBeginners can join our knitting and crochet tutorial groups\, while experienced crafters are encouraged to bring ongoing projects and mentor others. Feel free to bring your own yarn\, needles\, and hooks; some materials will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Not a knitter? Not to worry\, you can bring whatever other crafts you are working on.   \n\n\n\nFree. Registration required. Please consider a $10 donation to the Green-Wood Historic Fund so that we can continue to offer more death education programs like this throughout the year.   \n\n\n\n\n\nPrice: Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn-Person Event(see details below)\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\n\nWhere To Go: This program will take place at the Modern Chapel near the Main Entrance at Fifth Avenue and 25th Street (500 25th Street). \n\n\n\nAccessibility & Safety: The Modern Chapel is not fully ADA compliant\, however\, accommodations for entrance can be made for visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Before reserving tickets\, we encourage visitors to contact our staff with any questions regarding accommodations and accessibility at 718-210-3080\, ext. 1\, or events@green-wood.com.  URL:https://www.green-wood.com/event/grieving-weaving-5/2026-11-13/ CATEGORIES:Death Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.green-wood.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Grieving-Weaving-Green-Wood-Cemetery-Photo-Jordana-Bermudez-05435-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR