morris orchard community events
Saturday, November 7
2:30 - 4:00 pm
Embracing Green Burials
With Michael Judd
Hosted by the common market Co+op
Green Burial
With Michael Judd
Making plans for the end of life can be an emotional topic with many factors to consider. While traditional casket burials or cremation are familiar choices, there is now a more sustainable option available in Frederick County called green or natural burial.
Hosted at the C. Burr Artz Public Library - 110 East Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Bring your questions and concerns.
There will be plenty of time for discussion. All are welcome.
This Event registration is through the Frederick Library
Sunday, October 4, 2026
2 - 3 pm
Natural Burial Tour
Discover Morris Orchard, tour our natural burial sites. Get to know our team of stewards. Learn more about the process of natural burial and its significant impact on our environment.
*If the weather is inclement we will be doing a Zoom virtual tour and talk at the same time. We will send that link if it's needed the day before.
This event is free to attend
RSVP REQUIRED
Saturday, October 10TH, 2026
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Memorial
Chestnut Roast
Celebrating the Cycles of Life and Abundance
Join us by the fire as we honor the land, the seasons, and those who came before us. Savor the sweetness of freshly roasted chestnuts and warm your hands with a mug of hot cider.
All are welcome. Come gather in gratitude and community.
Volunteer Chestnut Harvesters needed Late September - October
If interested, please email: info@morrisorchardnaturalburial.com
Sunday, October 25, 2026
2 - 4 PM
Green Burial
at Morris Orchard: Talk, Tour & Roasted Chestnuts
Making plans for the end of life can be an emotional topic with many factors to consider. While traditional casket burials or cremation are familiar choices, there is now a more sustainable option available in Frederick County called green or natural burial.
The event will take place at Morris Orchard Natural Burial, Frederick County’s first natural burial site, nestled within a chestnut orchard. Following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to tour the property, gather around an open fire, and enjoy freshly roasted chestnuts.
Bring your questions and concerns.
There will be plenty of time for discussion. All are welcome.
