What does it mean to be a citizen of the world? We'll continue to compare Stoicism and Ethical Culture by exploring public works, inclusivity, internationalism, cosmopolitanism, and continuous ethical improvement.   We'll meet on the second floor of the Ethical Society building.  

Come for conversation and a brief presentation about our alternative to traditional religion. Hugh Taft-Morales will share his perspective on our humanist history, values, and community.  Snacks and beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, provided.

Let’s connect online for lunch and conversation about our favorite winter traditions. Join the conversation here.  

Our series of discussions in collaboration with Philadelphia Stoa continues. The goal is to help participants master judgment and achieve inner peace. This session will tap positive psychology, as we dive into the Stoic "Discipline of Assent," which includes practices that enhance mental acuity, reason, and truthfulness.

Bring your lunch to the Ethical Society for casual conversation. Hugh will read a couple of his favorite holiday poems and prose selections. Meet in the Leader’s Office.

Join Leigh Buchanan and Hugh Taft-Morales for our annual end-of-the-year Weird News Quiz! What stories deservedly traveled beneath the radar in 2024? If you do well on this, you might want to reexamine your priorities. There will be other games as well. Pour yourself a drink (a clear head doesn’t help) and join the fun [...]

This series, in collaboration with Philadelphia Stoa, offers practical strategies for addressing life's challenges. In this session, we will focus on Musonius Rufus, a 1st century Roman Stoic philosopher who championed gender equality. Musonius argued that women, like men, are endowed with reason and virtue and, so, are equally capable of embodying justice, courage, and [...]

Hugh Taft-Morales hosts this informal conversation about our alternative to traditional religion. After we get to know one other, attendees can pose questions about humanist history, values, and community. Snacks and beverages--alcoholic and non-alcoholic—are provided.

Bring your cup o’ joe or other hot beverage to the Leader’s office for casual conversation. Hugh will provide the pastries. Share your hopes, fears, and resolutions for 2025.

Join Hugh and members of the Baltimore Ethical Society on Zoom for casual conversation. Bring your own real-life sandwich. Join the conversation here.