Join Christian Hayden for an overview of Ethical Humanism and learn more about what the Philadelphia Ethical Society does. Christian will be providing readings of works from various Ethical Culture leaders (clergy of Ethical Societies). Bring questions and criticisms. And yes, there will be wine this time. To RSVP, contact him at chayden423@gmail.com.

Mina Smith-Segal, Painter “For 22 years I have devoted myself to my painting. I paint from life using outdoor scenery and costumed models during the winter months. Watercolor is my medium of choice and the surface I prefer is polypropylene (Yupo). Working “en plein air” is the method I use to paint my favorite subject [...]

In these days of discord, is there still room for civility in social interactions? Come for an informal discussion of P.M. Forni’s work, led by Hugh Taft-Morales. You can read his short book or, for more information, visit his Civility Web Site, hosted by Johns Hopkins University.

Thursday, September 20 6:00-8:00PM -- Compassion and Wisdom: Peace in Ourselves and in the World, 1906 Rittenhouse Square This program will include an hour for yoga and an hour for mindfulness meditation/discussion. Participate in either or both yoga and meditation/ discussion. Focus on the connection between finding peace within and creating peace in the world. [...]

An Interview of Author David N. Schwartz The Freethought Society and the Philadelphia Ethical Society (PES) invite you to a free and open-to-the-public event. PES Leader Hugh Taft-Morales will interview David N. Schwartz about his new book, The Last Man Who Knew Everything. Come learn about the fascinating life and incredible work of Enrico Fermi, [...]

People new to Ethical Culture are encouraged to attend an Introduction to Ethical Humanism. Hugh Taft-Morales will explore ethical pride and shame, both within the Ethical Culture movement and our personal lives. How does commitment to honor the inherent worth of every person, a cornerstone of Ethical Culture, affect how we judge our own ethical [...]

Sponsored by the Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society and the Philadelphia Ethical Society and hosted by C.J. Fearnley and Hugh Taft-Morales. What is culture? What makes other cultures different from ours? What is the value of other cultures? Are they just quaint exotic peoples destined to fade away, eclipsed by the modern world? Or do they [...]

For those unable to attend September’s session, Hugh Taft-Morales will host another informal book discussion of Choosing Civility, by P. M. Forni. In these days of discord, is there still room for civility in social interactions? You can read his short book or, for more information, visit his Civility Web Site, hosted by Johns Hopkins [...]

Hugh Taft-Morales hosts another Introduction to Ethical Culture. After Hugh offers a 20-minute overview of Ethical Culture and how it fits into the broad history of humanism, we will share wine, cheese, and conversation. RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org.

A POWER educational and social justice event hosted by the Philadelphia Ethical Society! Come hear from community members impacted by the injustice of cash bail, as well as people from the Defender’s Association of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Community Bail Fund, who will share their efforts to end this unjust and immoral practice that punishes [...]