Soul Midwives & End of Life Doulas In Residence at MAC
MAC Birmingham Cannon Hill Park, Queen's Ride,, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomSoul Midwives and End of Life Doulas from across the Midlands will be ‘In Residence’ at MAC (Midlands Arts Centre), they say: "We will be taking time away from our usual work in care homes, in people’s own homes, in hospitals and in hospices to be at MAC for a welcome day of immersing ourselves […]
Momento Mori
The Barber Institute of Fine Art University of Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomArtists have always explored death and dying through their art, producing both literal and metaphorical depictions of this universal human theme. Through guided looking, response and group discussion this workshop will use selected works from the Barber’s art collection to encourage reflection, questioning and conversation around death and dying. Includes tea, coffee and biscuits. Led […]
Be Prepared….planning a personal funeral
John Lewis Community Hub Level Four, John Lewis, Grand Central, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomHave you ever thought about your own funeral? If you died tomorrow, what would your family and friends do for your funeral? As part of this (surprisingly) uplifting and practical workshop, we’ll explore ideas and possibilities with two local undertakers, take time to think about what you want for your funeral, and get some plans […]
Precious #2
John Lewis Community Hub Level Four, John Lewis, Grand Central, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomJoin YODO resident artists Jane Thakoordin and Margaret Murray for a creative workshop taking precious and special objects and wrapping them in textile sarcophagi. All materials provided, please book a place here
Be prepared….choosing who celebrates your life
John Lewis Community Hub Level Four, John Lewis, Grand Central, Birmingham, West Midlands, United KingdomWhether or not you are devoutly spiritual or consider yourself an atheist or something in between you may not have thought about who you want to take you or your loved one's funeral. Join a celebrant to have a conversation about how you can get the funeral service which commemorates your individuality. Book your place […]
