A three-part workshop series on planning for your funeral and legacy starts May 7 at Darien Library.

— an announcement from Darien Library

Contemplating the end of your life can evoke various emotions. Yet, finding peace in knowing your final wishes are understood can bring reassurance and comfort to you and your loved ones.

Session 1, May 7: Honoring Your Essence: Exploring Burial Options

In our first session, we delve into the various options for your final resting place. From traditional burials to eco-friendly alternatives, we’ll guide you through the choices available, ensuring your preferences are honored.

Key discussion points:

• Burial options: embalming, natural burial, cremation (fire or water), natural organic reduction
• Setting preferences: viewing arrangements, dressing and styling choices
• Final resting place: cemetery, scattering, urn, memorial tree or plant

Join us for these workshops as we explore the profound journey of funeral and legacy planning. The aim of the series is to illuminate the path towards peace, preparation, and profound remembrance.

The next two sessions (both run from 7 to 8 p.m.):

— Tuesday, May 14:  Celebrating Your Life: Planning Your Last Party and

— Tuesday, May 21: Session 3: Preparing for the Journey: End-of-Life Planning Essentials. 

If You’re Going …

All sessions run from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Conference Room at Darien Library. You can register here.

About the Presenter

Kate Bagnati is an End of Life Doula. Wife and mother of 3, she is the events and social media coordinator for the Connecticut Death Collective and JumpSTARs. Originally from Geneva, New York, she has been living in Connecticut since 2004. In her spare time she enjoys being in nature, creating art, gardening, birding, swimming, and dancing Bollywood.

Having end of life conversations, providing information and education while we are still alive is her passion. There is a great need to empower fellow humans to make their own choices so they can feel safe and supported in their end of days. Time is fleeting, she’d like to spend the rest of hers making connections, growing community, and holding space for others in great times of transition.