Wreaths Across America – Order Wreaths by December 3
We need your help! Please help us reach our goal to place remembrance wreaths on all the veterans’ graves at Columbia Gardens. The deadline to place wreath sponsorship orders is December 3. Please visit https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/159338/Overview/?relatedId=0. You can also sign up to volunteer for Wreaths Across America Day on December 14.
Arlington Turkey Trot, November 28
Please come walk, run and support our community by participating in the Arlington Turkey Trot. This year’s Trot runs right through the Columbia Gardens grounds. Columbia Gardens Cemetery is proud to be a sponsor of the Arlington Turkey Trot since 2017. Registration for this fun, holiday event ends on November 24. To sign up, visit https://arlingtonvaturkeytrot.org.
DEW CREW FEATURED IN MEMENTO MORI ARTICLE
Memento Mori, the publication of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association, published an article about the Dew Crew in their July issue. We were honored to have our highly successful summer landscape internship program recognized!
Whiffenpoofs of Yale Perform at 3411 Event Center
The 3411 Event Center at Columbia Gardens was the perfect setting for a concert by the Whiffenpoofs of Yale. This is the third year in a row, we have been honored to host this world-famous acapella group. Founded in 1909, the “Whiffs” have become one of Yale’s most celebrated traditions and continue to delight audiences singing a mixture of old Yale tunes, jazz standards and hits from across the decades. Each year, the Whiffenpoofs perform more than 200 concerts across six continents. Listen to “Midnight Train to Georgia” from their lively concert!
Se Habla Español / We Speak Spanish
Conoce a Mayrene Rivera. Mayrene llegó a los EE.UU. hace 12 años desde El Salvador y habla español con fluidez. Desde 2022, ha sido un valioso miembro del equipo de la oficina de Columbia Gardens, proporcionando servicios de traducción para nuestros clientes de habla hispana. “La pérdida de un ser querido es un momento muy emotivo y me hace sentir bien poder explicarles los servicios del cementerio en su lengua materna. El poder conversar en español hace que nuestros clientes hispanohablantes se sientan más cómodos con el cementerio, y se sienten conectados conmigo porque hablo su idioma. Siempre estoy aquí y dispuesta a ayudar,” dice Mayrene. Para concertar una cita con Mayrene, llame al número 703.527.1235.
[Translation]: Meet Mayrene Rivera! Mayrene came to the U.S.12 years ago from El Salvador and is fluent in Spanish. Since 2022, she has been a valued member of the Columbia Gardens office team, providing translation services for our Spanish-speaking clients. “This is a very emotional time for them and it makes me feel good to be able to explain the cemetery’s services in their native language. It makes our Spanish-speaking clients feel more comfortable with the cemetery — and they feel connected with me since I speak their language. I’m always here and ready to help,” says Mayrene. To make an appointment with Mayrene, call 703.527.1235.
WHAT IS GREEN BURIAL?
Columbia Gardens Cemetery offers green (natural) burials. Our staff is very knowledgeable and can help you decide if a green burial is the right choice for you and your family. Please contact our office for a consultation at 703.527.1235 or email us at info@columbiagardenscemetery.org.
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ARBORETUM
Columbia Gardens Cemetery has been upgraded to Level II Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program and The Morton Arboretum. This prestigious national Arboretum accreditation recognizes arboreta for achieving professional standards to advance the planting and conservation of trees. See more information here.
DAUN FRANKLAND FEATURED IN ASHTON HEIGHTS NEWS
The January 2021 issue of the Ashton Heights News profiled Daun and her history with Columbia Gardens Cemetery.
Ashton Heights News (PDF Download)
VIRTUAL FUNERAL SERVICES ARE NOW AVAILABLE
A virtual gathering helps bring family and friends together in a time of need. Columbia Gardens Cemetery now offers virtual “Zoom” video for burial and cremation services, when distance or other circumstances are keeping people apart. Crystal clear video and audio can be shared with hundreds of people, as they come together to celebrate the life of a loved one. For details, call our office at 703.527.1235.
