Silent Supper: a communal meal in honor of our dead

The supper is full. Please email megan@thegriefspacevt.org to be notified if a space opens. You can also subscribe to receive notice of next year's gathering!

A silent supper is a shared meal eaten in silence to commune with our departed loved ones and ancestors. It is traditionally held on Samhain (Halloween) when the veil between the living and the dead is at its thinnest. An empty chair and place setting is reserved at the table to welcome our departed, and the meal is eaten in reverse order (desserts, then entrees, then appetizers) to mark this non-ordinary time.

The meal is potluck, and you are encouraged to bring an appetizer, entree or dessert that was a favorite food of your loved one, is a current family favorite, or that honors your ancestors. You may also want to wear a piece of clothing or an accessory that belonged to your loved one.  At the end of the meal, we will break the silence to share stories and memories of our departed ones.

Young people who are able and willing to participate in the silence of the meal are welcomed. 

You choose your ticket price:

$10 covers the cost of the space

$20 helps a community member attend

Full refunds available until October 23rd.

Want to participate but cost is an issue? Email: megan@thegriefspacevt.org.

Space is limited. To register, please fill out the RSVP and complete payment using PayPal or Venmo.