Remembering those we have lost

Community Barn, Daily Life, Festivals & Events

02.11.2026

Community Barn, Daily Life, Festivals & Events

A time for reflection

The origins of modern Halloween partying have roots in the All Saints and All Souls Christian festivals. These festivals, in turn, may be further traced back to Celtic Samhain Feast. Samhain falls at the start of November. Tradition has it that this is a liminal or thin time. A time when people feel closer to their ancestors.

After the fun of Halloween, we take a moment to remember those who have passed away with an evening of quiet reflection.

Members of the community are invited to write the name of a loved they have lost onto a paper leaf, which is added to a tree of remembrance. Candles are lit. In this way, those of all faiths or none, may quietly remember those they have lost.

This year was the first time this tradition has been held in the Community Barn. With the lights dimmed, accompanied by John Baker on the piano, we sat and quietly remembered.

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