 Holiday Memories Event Hosted by Because Kids Grieve
Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:00 – 4:30 PM MT Orchard Park Meridian Library: 1268 W. Orchard Park Drive Meridian, ID 83646 This heartfelt gathering invites community members to come together and remember their loved ones while creating meaningful holiday ornaments. It’s a gentle, supportive space to honor memories, connect with others, and create something beautiful during the holiday season. Because Kids Grieve hopes you will attend to create, remember, and share in a time of warmth and connection. For more info or to RSVP, contact: [email protected] www.becausekidsgrieve.org  The Compassionate Friends Annual Worldwide Candle Lighting
Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM Local Time Every year, families around the globe come together to honor and remember the children, grandchildren, and siblings who live forever in their hearts. Now believed to be the largest mass candle lighting in the world, this beautiful event creates a wave of light and love across time zones, uniting thousands in remembrance. Attend a local event or join one of the US virtual candlelightings offered by The Compassionate Friends/USA. At home or at a formal gathering, families are invited to light a candle in memory of their beloved child, grandchild, or sibling. Whether surrounded by community or in the quiet of home, every flame represents a forever-loved life. Together, we remember. Together, their light continues. Learn more and find programs at www.compassionatefriends.org/wcl/  Griefhab™ 3rd Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays
December 2 - 8, 2025 The Griefhab™ 3rd Annual Healing Together Through the Holidays is happening December 2nd–8th, plus, enjoy pre-event talks delivered straight to your inbox starting Thanksgiving Day (Nov 27th). Hosted by Griefhab™ founder Samantha Ruth, this powerful hybrid conference honors National Grief Awareness Week — and uplifts all the invisible awareness days and communities that deserve recognition. Expect interactive healing experiences for ALL kinds of loss. Join live in Michigan (location TBA) or virtually everywhere. Leave with practical tools you can lean on when those 3:00 AM waves of grief hit. Each day will feature: 6 incredible speakers, hands-on healing booths & workshops, & a MAJOR Keynote Speaker. Scan the QR code to preregister or visit www.samantharuth.com  ✨ 🕯️Holiday Remembrance Luminary🕯️ ✨
December 4, 2025, at 7:00 PM MT 1200 N Cloverdale Rd, Boise, Idaho, 83713 Cloverdale Funeral Home invites the community to gather for a peaceful evening of remembrance, honoring loved ones through light, music, and fellowship. This family-friendly event offers a warm space to remember, heal, and connect. Enjoy beautiful music, heartfelt moments, and light snacks among others who understand. Free & open to the public. All are welcome! For more info, visit: www.cloverdalefuneralhome.com  ❄️🎄✨ Because Kids Grieve: Making Holiday Memories ✨🎄❄️
Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM Because Kids Grieve Center, 459 Shoup Ave, Twin Falls, Idaho RSVP by December 11 → [email protected] The holidays can be hard when someone you love is missing. This event is all about honoring loved ones, connecting with others and finding moments of comfort and joy during the holiday season. This season, Because Kids Grieve invites children, teens, and families to come together to celebrate memories and create new ones in a supportive space. Activities include: 🧦 Decorating stockings 🎨 Designing holiday cards 🎄 Creating ornaments 🌹 Decorating the BKG Memorial Garden 🍪 Treats & refreshments provided 11/16/2025 Creative Support for Grieving Kids: Holiday Edition - FREE Webinar - 11 Dec 2025Read Now  Creative Support for Grieving Kids: Holiday Edition - FREE Webinar
Wednesday, December 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST The holiday season can be magical—but it can also stir up big emotions for kids who are grieving… and for the adults supporting them. Whether it’s the first holiday without a beloved pet, a family member missing from the table, or the disruption of school routines, children often need extra space, creativity, and connection during this time of year. Rooster & Hen Resources is hosting a FREE webinar designed to help caregivers, educators, social workers, and helpers of all kinds support grieving kids with compassion, creativity, and confidence. The webinar will explore how holiday routines and special dates can affect children’s grief, offer a helpful grief-themed book with a corresponding art activity, and share a creative, holiday-inspired way to honor and remember loved ones who have passed. During Creative Support for Grieving Kids: Holiday Edition, educator and author Rebecca Wu will share how art and storytelling can open meaningful pathways for healing conversations during the holidays. Join the webinar via Zoom on Wednesday, December 11, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn simple, heart-centered strategies to help children feel seen, supported, and remembered during a tender season. Register today and share with someone who might benefit! Scan the QR code or visit: https://tinyurl.com/2s45p5pe  Tree City Church's The Longest Night Drop-In Experience
Saturday, December 21, 2024, Drop-In Between 6:00 – 8:00 PM MST Boise Campus Worship Center at 3852 N Eagle Road, Boise, ID 83713 On December 21st, Tree City Church invites everyone to “The Longest Night” – a reflective, drop-in experience created for those who feel a weight of grief or loss during the holiday season. This space encourages participants to move at their own pace, stopping to light a candle, offer prayers, reflect in silence, and find comfort in knowing they are not alone in their sorrow. There will be moments for communion, opportunities to name personal grief, and a gentle reminder that even in the darkest night, hope can still shine. Childcare will be available for Birth – Grade 6. Parents can feel at ease knowing their little ones are cared for while they embrace the stillness of the moment. To learn more, visit: https://treecitychurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2626824  ✨FREE: Holiday Grief Support Resource From David Kessler✨
Saturdays: December 14th, 21st, and 28th at 9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET The holiday season can be a difficult time for many as grief often feels more intense during this period. To provide support, a FREE 3-week grief support series will be offered, hosted live via webinar by well-known grief expert David Kessler. Participants will gain strategies for navigating the unique challenges of the holiday season while coping with grief. This series is open to all, whether experiencing a recent loss or grieving a loss from the past. Topics Covered: 🌟 Understanding why the holidays are especially challenging in grief 💪 Tips for coping with the unique difficulties of the holiday season 🛀 Strategies for self-care ❤️🩹 Guidance on finding a balance between connecting with others and tending to personal grief 👨👩👧👦 Ways to navigate complicated family dynamics 🕯️ Ideas for honoring loved ones during the holiday season 🤝 An opportunity to connect with others who truly understand 🎤 A chance to ask questions or simply listen Participants can join live or access replays if unable to attend in real time. This supportive series aims to provide valuable insights and comfort during the holidays. Registration: Sign up for free at www.HolidayGrief.com or www.DavidKesslerTraining.com/holiday-grief-support Upon registration, links, and details will be sent via email.  Happy Holidays After Loss FREE Virtual Summit
The holidays can be an incredibly challenging time when you're grieving. Everything around you feels like a reminder of what you've lost, making it hard to find joy or even a moment of peace. But you don’t have to navigate this season alone. Join the FREE virtual summit, Happy Holidays After Loss. Here’s what you need to know: Start Date: December 11, 2024 Duration: 21 Days Location: 100% virtual, join from the comfort of your home. Tickets are completely free but space is limited. Hosted by artist, author, and speaker Irene Titera, this event brings together up to 20 compassionate experts to offer guidance, support, and tools to help you rediscover light, peace, and maybe even a little happiness this holiday season. This summit is more than a moment of hope—it could be the turning point you’ve been longing for. Let’s move from just “getting through” to finding comfort and purpose together. Let’s make this holiday season a time for healing, together. Register now at www.happyholidaysafterloss.com 11/23/2024 Exploring Our Grief Through Art: Make a Memorial Ornament Workshop with GrieveWell - 12 Dec 2024Read Now Exploring Our Grief Through Art: Make a Memorial Ornament Workshop with GrieveWell
Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM EST / 5:00 PM MST Online via Zoom (link provided after registration) Join GrieveWell & Danica Thurber for a creative and heartfelt way to honor your loved ones this holiday season. In this special Zoom workshop, guided by the talented Danica Thurber, you'll craft a unique Memorial Ornament using a recycled toilet paper roll. What you'll do: Write a message or favorite holiday memory for your loved one & transform it into a beautiful snowflake ornament. Materials Needed: Thin-line marker or gel pen (black, white, silver, or gold), empty toilet paper roll, scissors, hot glue gun, & ribbon for hanging. Optional: Glitter, sequins, buttons, or any fun embellishments This is a time to explore grief through art and create something beautiful in memory of those we love. Register here: www.GrieveWell.com/calendar  GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays
Thursday, November 21, 2024 from 7:00-8:30 PM MST Cross of Christ Lutheran Church at 11655 W. McMillan Rd, Boise, ID 83713 Struggling with the holidays after losing a loved one? You’re not alone. The holidays can be an especially difficult time when you're grieving, but compassionate support and practical strategies can help you navigate the season. You are invited to GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays. Join this seminar to find comfort, connection, and tools to make the holiday season more manageable. You don’t have to face this season alone. Find hope in togetherness and community. Visit www.cocidaho.org/connect/holidays for topics and registration.  Surviving the Holidays
Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 11 AM MST Calvary Chapel Caldwell - 911 Everett St, Caldwell, Idaho 83605 The holiday season presents unique challenges for people who are grieving the death of a loved one, but grievers do not have to walk this journey alone. You are invited to join the one-day class, "Surviving the Holidays," on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 11 AM MST at Calvary Chapel Caldwell. For questions or concerns, contact 208-453-9653 or email [email protected] Learn more about Calvary Chapel Caldwell at www.calvarycaldwell.com  Planning for the Holidays While Grieving
Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 6:30 - 8:00 PM EST Join Peer Support Community Partners and SADO.D for a special online event, Planning for the Holidays While Grieving, on Tuesday, October 17th, 2024, at 6:00 PM MDT. This free webinar offers a compassionate space for individuals navigating the unique challenges of loss during the holiday season. Participants will gain valuable insights into the grieving process and learn practical tools to foster resilience. The event provides an opportunity to connect with others who are experiencing similar emotions, creating a supportive community for healing and growth. The discussion will focus on setting boundaries and developing coping strategies for the holidays, while also offering comfort in knowing that you are not alone in feeling apprehensive during this time. Please note that, due to funding by the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services, these workshops are free for all Massachusetts residents by using the promo code: MASS. Individuals outside of Massachusetts are required to pay $10 per live workshop at the time of registration. On-demand workshop recording sessions are available at no cost, regardless of location. If cost is a concern, participants are encouraged to contact [email protected] for assistance. Register today to begin your journey toward understanding and peace at: bit.ly/sadod-holidays 10/1/2024 Good Grief Boise Presents: Embracing New Traditions, Following Loss - 08 Dec 2024Read Now Good Grief Boise Presents: Embracing New Traditions, Following Loss
Sunday, December 8, 2024 1:00 - 3:00 PM MST True North Yoga - 1512 N. 10th St. Boise, Idaho The holiday season can be especially challenging if you are dealing with the loss of someone close to you. Whether it was a recent loss or one that occurred some time ago, feelings of grief may seem overwhelming during the holiday season. Join them and find support in community, learn how to embrace new traditions, navigate potential triggers & find peace & joy again during the holidays. Register at https://www.truenorthyoga.co/workshops/  Grief in the New Year: A Free Online Gathering
Sunday, January 7th at 4:00 PM PST / 7:00 PM EST When you're grieving, the start of a new year can bring so many added layers of emotion. Anguish over the passage of time, anxiety about the months ahead, overwhelm, and loneliness. Join Claire Bidwell Smith and her colleagues on Sunday, January 7th at 4:00 PM PST / 7:00 PM EST for a one-hour online gathering where they will share their stories, provide coping strategies, and create a safe space for all attending to share what it's like to go into this new year without our people. You don't have to make the traditional fresh start. Gather with others who understand the importance of making space for grief in the new year. A recording of the event will be emailed to all registrants so be sure to register even if you cannot attend the live event. The attendee sharing portion of the gathering will not be recorded in order to protect privacy. Register for free today at http://tinyurl.com/newyeargrief  Grief to Growth Live🌱
Thursday, December 12, 2023 Ever thought about turning your relationship with grief into a powerful force for growth? Well, buckle up because Grief to Growth Live is your ticket to a half-day transformational journey! Join Jenny Dilts, the heart behind Grieving Coach, as she spills the beans on her own journey, unraveling the mystery of converting unexpected grief into mind-blowing growth. It's not just a talk; it's a shared space where we'll explore both the weight of grief and unearth its hidden benefits. Wondering about your own dance with grief? Jenny's got a simple 3-step process up her sleeve to help you turn that grief into unstoppable growth. No more hurdles blocking your path – get ready to tackle the common obstacles head-on. But here's the catch – this isn't your typical replay-friendly event. Nope, it's a one-time gig! So, grab your notebook, bring your A-game, and let's dive deep into the world of navigating grief together. And about Jenny? She's not just a co-host; she's your grief travel buddy and a certified grief expert. With her by your side, you're in for a ride that transforms grief into growth without judgment or despair. Jenny's on a mission to help you discover joy and purpose through your journey, just like she did with her own life – from shadows to shining bright as a rockstar individual, wife, and mom of six! Don't miss this chance to be part of something special. See you at Grief to Growth Live – where grief takes a back seat, and growth takes the spotlight! Grief to Growth Live, where we will hold space for both the weight and the gifts of grief, is on Thursday Dec. 12, 2023. In the process, participants will build a better and healthier relationship with grief. The main event is just $7. Get your ticket now at: https://impactmakercommunity.gumroad.com/l/cnfcu  Grieving Through the Holiday Season
December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT You are invited to the Grieving Through the Holiday Season gathering with Mira Baistarr. Join the this FREE 4-day event December 12-15, 2023, from 11:00 AMto 12:00 PM PT. Recordings of each session will be available and sent out to all participants to review until December 17th. For those experiencing the ache of loss, the holiday season can be brutal. Give yourself the gift of grieving consciously in community. Find refuge for your broken, lonely, beautiful tender heart. Register here: https://www.wildheart.space/holidaygrief 🫶🏽  Holiday Grief: Coping with Loss During the Holidays
A FREE Online Gathering with Claire Bidwell Smith December 8, 2023 at 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET The holidays are here, and it can be a challenging time for anyone who is grieving—whether your loss is recent or occurred years ago, this time of year can bring up feelings of sadness, anxiety, and stress. Join bestselling author and renowned grief therapist Claire Bidwell Smith on Friday, December 8th, for a free one-hour gathering to explore ways to navigate grief and loss during this challenging time of year. A recording will be emailed to all registrants, so be sure to register even if you cannot attend the live gathering! Register Now: https://bit.ly/holiday-grief-event  EricsHouse Healing Holiday Virtual Gathering
Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM AZ Time Adults who lost a sibling are often called “the Forgotten Mourners.” Unique emotional complexities along with the relationships and grief of other family members can overshadow the grief of siblings. There is a need for support so siblings have a safe space to share their feelings in response to loss. Join EricsHouse for their Healing Holiday Virtual Gathering for a 90-minute social gathering and workshop on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 4:00 - 5:30 PM AZ Time. The event is designed to support adult sibling loss survivors and offer the opportunity for bereaved individuals grieving the loss of a sibling to suicide or substance use to connect to share about their loved one and learn some healing grief modalities. The session will also open up to the group to offer any personal suggestions about what they might benefit from to promote healing after loss. Pre-registration is required. For more information, email [email protected].  Grieve Well During the Holidays Webinar Series
November 20th, December 4th & 11th Please save the dates for the "Grieve Well During the Holidays" webinar series coming this November and December, hosted by GrieveWell. Join them for this interactive, one-hour workshop to learn about grief and helpful tips for navigating grief during the holidays. As part of the workshop, you will also make a written plan for managing grief during this challenging time of year. Registration is now open at www.GrieveWell.com/calendar  Healing Together Through the Holidays Summit
December 2nd through the 8th, 2023 Samantha Ruth will be hosting her first annual Healing Together Through the Holidays Summit. It will be held during National Grief Awareness Week, right in between Thanksgiving and Christmas - when people are struggling the most! Save the dates December 2nd through the 8th, 2023! Healing Together Through the Holidays will be bringing you speakers, resources, connections, and tools to help you get through the holiday season. The event will be BOTH LIVE AND VIRTUAL! You can attend LIVE in Fort Collins, Colorado, or you can watch virtually from the comfort of your home. Or a little bit of both. Griefhab is all about healing YOUR way! In addition to Samantha, a few of the keynote speakers will include Kate Butler, TV Host and #1 International Best Selling & Award-Winning Author, Doug Cornfield & Dave Clark of Pulling Each Other Along and Disability, Dream, and Do (D3Day) Sports Camps and Patty Aubrey, President of The Canfield Training Group - plus so many more, including a surprise special guest! Please share this event with any and everyone. No one should struggle alone. As a community, we can bring light to the importance of grief awareness and support. You can hear more about the event and all the different ways you can get involved on the latest episode of The Be Ruthless Show today on the@samantharuth YouTube channel! Those who are grieving are an invisible population, and it’s time the world sees us! You don’t have to decide now. Just pre-register to reserve your spot at www.tinyurl.com/HealingTogetherHolidays 8/17/2023 The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting - 10 Dec 2023 at 7:00 PM Local TimeRead Now The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting
December 10, 2023 at 7:00 PM Local Time On the second Sunday in December, the Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting brings together family and friends from all around the world to light candles for an hour to remember the sons, daughters, siblings, sisters, and grandchildren who left this world too soon. On December 10, 2023 at 7:00 PM local time, thousands of people will light candles in remembrance of all the children who passed away too soon. The annual Worldwide Candle Lighting (WCL), a gift from The Compassionate Friends to the mourning community, is now regarded as the largest mass candle lighting on the planet. As it travels from time zone to time zone, it produces a virtual 24-hour wave of light. TCF's WCL began in the United States in 1997 as a modest internet observance and has since grown in popularity as word of the memorialization traveled throughout the world. Families come together in quiet commemoration of children who have died and will never be forgotten as thousands of informal candle lightings take place in homes as well as hundreds of formal candle lighting ceremonies. Learn more at: https://www.compassionatefriends.org/wcl/  Kwanzaa
December 26, 2022 to January 1, 2023 Kwanzaa is a seven-day, non-religious celebration honoring African heritage in African American culture and takes place from December 26th to January 1st. The name Kwanzaa comes from the Swahili phrase matunda ya kwanza, meaning "first fruits of the harvest." During the week of Kwanzaa, families and communities come together to share a feast, to honor the ancestors, affirm the bonds between them, and to celebrate African and African American culture. Each day they light a candle to highlight the principle of that day and to breathe meaning into the principles with various activities, such as reciting the sayings or writings of great black thinkers and writers, reciting original poetry, African drumming, and sharing a meal of African diaspora-inspired foods. The table is decorated with the essential symbols of Kwanzaa. All Seven Principles of Kwanzaa are inspiring, uplifting, positive, and centered on traditions of the African harvest season. 1. Umoja: Unity - To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. 2. Kujichagulia: Self-Determination - To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves. 3. Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility - To build and maintain our community together and make our brothers' and sisters' problems our problems and solve them together. 4. Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics - To build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together. 5. Nia: Purpose - To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness. 6. Kuumba: Creativity - To always do as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it. 7. Imani: Faith - To believe with all our heart in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders, and the righteousness and victory of our struggle. Let the light of Kwanzaa bring peace to your heart & home. 12/23/2022 Healing Through the Holidays After Suicide Loss:Tips For Navigating The Holiday Season Your Way - Video ReplayRead NowHealing Through the Holidays After Suicide Loss: Tips For Navigating The Holiday Season Your Way This video interview is hosted by Carolin Brookings, a suicide bereavement coach, and features her interview with Sara J. Cobb, founder of My Grief Connection Key Points From This Chat: - Find out how you can go through the Holiday season without your person - Understand how you can honor yourself and what your self-care routine can look like during the Holidays - Hear tips to help you navigate the festive period while you're grieving Caro Brookings is a Certified NeuroCoach and suicide bereavement coach. She uses brain-based, science-backed methods, as well as drawing from her vast experience, to support her clients in finding inner peace and even joy again - for good. Connect with Caro at https://suicidebereavementcoaching.com/ Sara J. Cobb is the Founder of My Grief Connection, a hub of grief resources and a growing support community. My Grief Connection aims to empower grievers to find resources, connect to community, and grow hope, by guiding them toward their personal healing path. Sara felt called to connect fellow grievers with resources to find hope and healing after loss following the tragic deaths of her two older brothers, 43 years apart – one by a freak accident and one in a murder-suicide. In the fall of 2021, she returned to university to pursue a Master's of Science in Counseling Education with a focus on Clinical Mental Health Counseling in grief, crisis, and trauma. Sara is also the co-leader of a virtual support group for survivors of murder-suicide loss. Connect with Sara at https://www.mygriefconnection.org/ Feel free to share the video link with anyone you think will benefit from watching it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0NEcAmxfEA  Healing to the Max Holiday Grief Support Groups
The holiday season can be daunting when we are bereaved by a traumatic loss by suicide. Healing to The Max has scheduled extra sessions in their compassionate communities of support to help as you navigate this complex experience of grief before, during and after the holiday season. CONTACT: Jill Cowan at 306-955-7306 to register for a session and get the FREE ZOOM LINK. To find out more about all Healing to the Max has to offer, visit: https://healingtothemax.org/wp/ |
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