Discussion of Alex Vitale’s: Understanding “Defund the Police”

PA, United States

Join Hugh Taft-Morales and members of the Philly and Baltimore Ethical Societies in a lively discussion of Understanding “Defund the Police,” the platform address given by Alex Vitale the day before, November 15, hosted by the Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture. If you missed his presentation, you can still attend this November 16 discussion with [...]

Introduction to Ethical Humanism

Join Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader of the Philadelphia Ethical Society, for a brief presentation about the philosophy, history, and current congregational life of Ethical Humanism. This month Hugh will reflect on ethical approaches to gift giving this holiday season. Please RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org and join here online at the scheduled time.

Tree of Knowledge Virtual Decoration and Celebration

PA, United States

The Freethought Society (FS) and the Philadelphia Ethical Society (PES) will co-host a Winter Holiday Zoom event during which a Tree of Knowledge will be decorated in the FS office located in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Join us online here at the scheduled time! The event starts at 2:45 PM (EST) with a 15-minute Pre-Event Social [...]

Introduction to Ethical Humanism

Join Hugh Taft-Morales for a brief presentation about the philosophy, history, and current congregational life of Ethical Humanism. This month Hugh will add some reflections about new year’s resolutions! Please RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org and join here online at the scheduled time.

(Virtual) Lunch with Leader Hugh

PA, United States

Join Hugh and friends and members of the Philadelphia Ethical Society for casual conversation about the start of a new year. Got any resolutions to share? What are you hoping for in 2021? Join here at the scheduled time.

Book Discussion – Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye

PA, United States

Join Hugh for the first of his twelve 2021 book discussions of books by women writers. In January, Hugh will lead a dialogue about The Bluest Eye, by Toni Morrison. This 1970 classic generated many book banning controversies. Read the book and join our discussion to find out why! RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org.

Introduction to Ethical Humanism

Hugh Taft-Morales will offer another Intro to Ethical Humanism. This is particularly for newcomers, but all are welcome! Please RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org and join here online at the scheduled time.

(Virtual) Lunch with Leader Hugh – “The Magic of Humanism”

PA, United States

“Lunch with Hugh” will begin featuring a new brochure entitled, “The Magic of Humanism.” Written by James Croft, Leader of the Ethical Society of St. Louis, it explores six values central to humanism: truth, nature, community, growth, goodness, and justice. After a brief go-round, we’ll share our thoughts on the first of these accessible 300-word [...]

Book Discussion – Caste by Isabel Wilkerson

PA, United States

Hugh Taft-Morales and members of the Philadelphia and Baltimore Ethical Societies will discuss this important new book. We will address the first half (Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4, pp. 3-260) on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 5:30. We will discuss the rest of the book at 5:30PM on March 18th. Get your copy now! RSVP [...]

Book Discussion – Little Women

PA, United States

As part of Hugh’s year-long “Women of Fiction Book Discussion,” our second installment focuses on Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott. Join us via Zoom on February 27 at 11:30AM. There will be an extra discussion with Baltimore Society members, Monday, March 1, at 5:00PM. RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org.