Connecting in Our Community

Death Over Donuts at Panorama Natural Burial

Donut fear the reaper. Talk about him instead. Join us and our friends at Panorama Natural Burial for Death Over Donuts, a relaxed, small-group conversation about what it means to plan for the end of life. Over coffee and donuts, trained Death Doulas will guide thoughtful discussions that are honest, open, and anything but gloomy. No lectures, no pressure—just a chance to ask questions, share stories, and connect with others who are curious about what comes next.

Date: Thursday, September 11
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. (Please arrive by 2:15)
Location: Panorama Natural Burial, 3550 Reas Ford Ln, Earlysville, VA
Price: Free admission. Coffee & donuts provided.

Trained Death Doulas will guide the discussion—no agenda, no judgment, just honest talk about living well, dying well, and everything in between. Bring your questions, your sweet tooth, and maybe a friend.

Please note: This is not a Grief Support Group. If you are grieving and seeking help, please visit our Grief and Healing page for upcoming support groups and other resources.

Death Over Donuts at The Center

The hole truth? Planning beats guessing. Join us at The Center for Death Over Donuts—an upbeat, small-group conversation that turns big end-of-life questions into bite-sized, coffee-and-cruller chat. Guided by trained Death Doulas, you’ll swap stories, gather practical tips, and leave with the gift of clarity for yourself and your family—no lectures, no pressure, just neighbor-to-neighbor insight in a place built for lifelong learning.

Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: The Center at Belvedere, 540 Belvedere Blvd, Charlottesville
Price: Free. Coffee & donuts provided.

Listen or speak up—it’s your call. Bring a friend, your questions, and your sweet tooth.

Please note: This is not a grief support group. For bereavement resources, visit our Grief and Healing page.

Death Over Donuts at Augusta County Library

We’re not going to sugar coat it—talking about death can be hard. But at Death Over Donuts, we make space for honest conversation. Join us for an afternoon of community, connection, and curiosity about life’s final chapter. Forget lectures; this is a round-table chat. In small groups, you’ll explore thought-provoking questions hand-picked by our Hospice of the Piedmont Death Doulas, swapping stories and insights in a space that feels as warm as a fresh cup of coffee.

Date: Wednesday, September 24
Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. (Please arrive by 2:15 to settle in)
Location: Augusta County Library, 1759 Jefferson Highway, Fishersville
Price: Free admission. Coffee & donuts provided.

Trained Death Doulas will guide the discussion—no agenda, no judgment, just honest talk about living well, dying well, and everything in between. Bring your questions, your sweet tooth, and maybe a friend.

Please note: This is not a Grief Support Group. If you are grieving and seeking help, please visit our Grief and Healing page for upcoming support groups and other resources.

Signs and Symptoms at End-of-Life at Waynesboro Public Library

What does dying actually look like—and how can families know what to expect? Join Hospice of the Piedmont for an honest, informative talk led by Dr. Alina Fomovska, a dual board-certified physician in Emergency Medicine and Hospice & Palliative Medicine.

Drawing on years of clinical and academic experience, Dr. Fomovska will explain:
• Common signs and symptoms in the final weeks, days, and hours
• What’s normal—and what’s not
• How families can provide comfort and support

This is a compassionate, plain-language guide to a natural part of life. Free and open to all—ideal for caregivers, professionals, and planners alike.

Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 2:00 – 3:30pm
Location: Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro

No RSVP required.

Art & Dying at The Fralin Museum of Art

Art & Dying uses artwork as a lens to explore how we see and experience death. In a small group setting, you will look closely at a few pieces from The Fralin’s collection, guided by an art educator and a hospice death doula. This is not an art history lecture. It is a conversation that invites openness, shared interpretations, and new ways of thinking about the end of life.

Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia
Address: 155 Rugby Road, Charlottesville, VA 22904
Price: Free. RSVP Required Due to Limited Space (check back for details)

Death Over Drafts at Patch Brewing Co.

Death Over Drafts is an evening of community, connection, and casual conversation about death. But don’t worry, this isn’t a gloomy affair. We’re here to celebrate the full cycle of life. Together, we’ll create a comfortable space to share stories and make it easier to talk about this inevitable chapter.

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Location: Patch Brewing Co.
Address: 10271 W. Gordon Ave, Gordonsville, VA
Price: Admission is free, and drinks are on you! (RSVP to come)

Leading the discussion is Beth Eck, the Director of End of Life Doula Services at Hospice of the Piedmont. Everyone’s welcome! So grab a pint, share in some good conversation, and let’s toast to living, dying, and everything in between!