In their book, The Ethics of Star Trek, authors Julie Barad and Ed Robertson explain how the show, in its myriad iterations, challenges viewers to consider subjects that include virtue, power, self-determination, responsibility, and individual rights. Join Julia Gokalp and Stan Horwitz in the Collier Room to watch clips from Star Trek, followed by a discussion [...]

Stoicism is often mischaracterized as advocating for emotional suppression. That leads many to wonder how Stoics express love. In fact, the Stoic endeavor to master emotions contributes to a richer, more authentic experience of love. Join members of the Ethical Society and Philadelphia Stoa to uncover the ways in which Stoicism encourages genuine connection and [...]

All are invited to this monthly introduction to the history, philosophy, and current congregational manifestations of Ethical Humanism.  We’ll explore our non-theist alternative to traditional religion over beverages and snacks!

Bring your lunch and topics of conversation to the Leader’s office for this informal gathering!

Join Hugh on this Zoom gathering for casual conversation via this link.

Camp Linden celebrates this ecological awareness holiday with a feast of fruity food and drink. Dance to klezmer music and start seeds to be replanted in the camp’s garden. The event will take place in the Auditorium. Cost is $15, or $10 if you bring a dish to share.   RSVP here or by emailing [...]

Hugh hosts this fun blast from the Ethical Society’s past: a Darwin Day Party! We’ll start with a potluck dinner, then move on to a silly Darwin quiz, followed by a video about the naturalist’s life, and conclude by singing Darwin carols. Please email Hugh if you plan to attend and let him know what [...]

Join the Philadelphia Ethical Society and Philadelphia Stoa as we explore existential questions through ancient philosophical perspectives. Dr. Amjol Shrestha, from Rowan University, leads this discussion about navigating life's complexities, with a focus on themes of pleasure, virtue, and doubt. Copies of Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and [...]

This award-winning historian helps put our current political situation in the context of our quest for freedom. The New York Times described this book—a follow-up to Snyder’s 2017 bestseller, On Tyranny—as “part memoir, part meditation, and part manifesto.” Snyder advocates striving for a freedom that is more positive (freedom to) than negative (freedom from). This first of [...]

This award-winning historian helps put our current political situation in the context of our quest for freedom. The New York Times described this book—a follow-up to Snyder’s 2017 bestseller, On Tyranny—as “part memoir, part meditation, and part manifesto.” Snyder advocates striving for a freedom that is more positive (freedom to) than negative (freedom from). This first of [...]