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Bereavement Calendar

Upcoming Events

Our calendar includes upcoming grief support events open to anyone navigating loss. Come to what feels right—no pressure, just opportunities for connection and support. Many events are offered at no charge & available to public.

YMCA Niles-Buchanan Grief Support Group

This is an open-ended monthly bereavement support group available to the public. You are welcome to attend the group as long as you find it helpful. All adults who have experienced the death of someone in their lives are invited to take part in the healing process within this comforting, supportive environment. The group is offered at no charge. 

Free Public Adults

Niles-Buchanan YMCA 905 North Front St., Niles

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Second Wednesday of each month
Noon to 1 p.m.

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South Haven Grief Support Group

This is an open-ended monthly bereavement support group available to the public. You are welcome to attend the group as long as you find it helpful. All adults who have experienced the death of someone in their lives are invited to take part in the healing process within this comforting, supportive environment. The group is offered at no charge. 

Free Public Adults

Senior Services of Van Buren County, 8337 M-140, South Haven

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Second Thursday of each month                    

1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

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Just Coffee

When you are grieving it can be tough getting out and socializing again. Perhaps those precious moments in the morning once shared with your person are difficult to get through. Having a familiar, comfortable place to go can help ease the transition.

Free Public Adults

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Second Friday of every month

9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

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Pumpkins and Presence

A fall event for all ages, this evening is where grief meets creativity, and remembrance glows softly. Join us as we carve, decorate, and light pumpkins in honor of the person(s) in your life who have died. Whether through quiet reflection, shared stories, or the flicker of candlelight, this evening invites you to be present with your memories, and with each other.  All ages are welcome. Materials provided. Please RSVP by Friday, October 17th.

Free RSVP Required All Ages

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Wednesday, October 22nd

5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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Echoes: A Night of Legacy Stories

Join us for a night of remembrance, storytelling and community as the Legacy Keepers; the first cohort of Lory’s Place’s Legacy Group share the stories of their loved ones. Please RSVP by Friday, October 24th.

Free RSVP Required Adults

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Tuesday, October 28nd

6 p.m. to 7:30pm

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Holiday Blues - Lory's Place

Our annual program offers an opportunity to participate in meaningful sharing and gain renewed strength to walk through grief during the holiday season. 

Free RSVP Required Adults

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Wednesday, November 12th

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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Memory Bear Activity - Adults

This is a one time opportunity to create your own Memory Bear from a special item of clothing from your loved one. Sewing needles, thread and sewing pattern will be provided, along with some small embellishments. We will walk through the process of making a very simple memory bear together as a group, and additional help will be available for those who may need assistance. Please RSVP by calling at 269.983.2707.

Free RSVP Required Adults

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Wednesday, December 17th

11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

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Holiday Blues - Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care

Our annual program offers an opportunity to participate in meaningful sharing and gain renewed strength to walk through grief during the holiday season. 

Free RSVP Required Adults

Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care, 4025 Health Park Ln., St. Joseph

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Monday, November 17th

1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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International Survivors of Suicide Day

One million people die by suicide every year. They leave behind countless family members and friends to make sense of it. In November, survivors of suicide loss come together at healing conferences in their communities and online for support and guidance. If you have lost someone to suicide, this conference is for you. You’ll get to hear from other survivors about how they cope. The program also features experts sharing what we now know about suicide and grief.  Please RSVP to 269.983.2707 prior to attending. 

Free RSVP Required Adults

Lory’s Place, 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Saturday, November 22nd              
1:30 pm to 3 pm

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Memory Bear Activity - Ages 5 -18

This is a one time opportunity to create your own Memory Bear from a special item of clothing from your loved one. Sewing needles, thread and sewing pattern will be provided, along with some small embellishments. We will walk through the process of making a very simple memory bear together as a group, and additional help will be available for those who may need assistance. Please RSVP by calling at 269.983.2707.
*Adult participation is required to support your child’s successful completion of their bear.

Free RSVP Required Children

Lory’s Place 445 Upton Dr., St. Joseph

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Monday, December 22

Noon to 2:30 pm

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Reflections New Beginnings

On November 21st, Lory’s Place will host its 21st annual Reflections fundraising event at the beautiful Union + Social in downtown St. Joseph. This cherished gathering is about celebrating friendship, sharing great food, and raising vital funds to secure the future of Lory’s Place.

New Beginnings…This October marks a transformative moment for Lory’s Place as we transition from Corewell Health to become a standalone 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It’s a bold new chapter—and your support is more important than ever.

Public Adults

Union + Social 216 Court Street St. Joseph, MI 49085

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Friday, November 21, 2025
5:30 pm

Annual Run

Run, Walk, Rock 5K

Lory’s Place invites you to join us for the 2026 Run, Walk, Rock 5K!


This is the 22nd anniversary of the Lory's Place Run, Walk and Rock to benefit Lory's Place, a Grief Healing and Education Center.  Every year, Lory’s Place is honored and grateful for the community’s support of Run Walk Rock. All of the programs and services at Lory’s Place are available at no charge. That means that no child or adult is ever turned away because of an inability to pay. The children, adults, and families who are part of Lory’s Place join us in expressing deepest gratitude to you for supporting our mission of grief healing.

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