Join Hugh Taft-Morales on Zoom to discuss the renewed interest in Robert Oppenheimer, a product of an Ethical Culture education who became a heroic, troubled, controversial, and deeply human historical figure. RSVP to HughTM@gmail.com to receive an electronic copy of Hugh’s 2015 talk titled, “J. Robert Oppenheimer and Nuclear Agony.” You can view that talk here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q6cUT32ICo) on YouTube. Join Hugh on [...]

Hugh will host a virtual lunch on zoom for members of the Philadelphia and Baltimore Ethical Societies. Join Hugh on zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3917679274

Meeting Our Sorrowing Heart: A Workshop of Grieving and Healing Join us for this communal experience of grieving together. Guided by grief coach and writer Naila Francis of This Hallowed Wilderness, this is a welcoming space for caregivers, service providers and others to honor their sorrows through meditation, creative practice and ritual. This workshop invites [...]

$15 suggested donation,  but all are welcome at the door – All proceeds will go to Nationalities Service Center and their Survivor Services program. Get tickets HERE. This benefit concert will feature pieces of music related to harmony and peace, including works by Leonard Bernstein, Cesar Franck, Romeo Cascarino, Valerie Coleman and Florence Price. Musicians will include: – Pianists Annette and Regina DiMedio – Flutist [...]

Join Hugh at Fairhill Square in Kensington for this event, hosted by Peace Day Philly and the Philadelphia Police Department. The rally, in opposition to gun violence and in support of good relations between youth and police, will be preceded by a march of young people and police officers together. Civic officials and player-alumni from [...]

Join us on the North Apron of City Hall as we gather on the UN International Day of Peace! It will include music, speakers, global messages, and a creative art and social-media activity. At noon, we’ll observe the global minute of silence. Activities will include music, remarks on peace by local leaders, one minute of [...]

Join members of the Ending Racism Task Force for a potluck and conversation at the Ethical Society at 1906 S. Rittenhouse Square. Bring yourselves and something delicious!      

Following the potluck and discussion, stay for a movie screening at 4pm with the members of the Ending Racism Task Force. Movie TBD.

Join us for a 45 minute Gentle Hatha Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation class. Led by our Community Life Coordinator, Oliver Jane Jorgensen.  This class is accessible for all ages and abilities. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a Yoga mat if you have one. Optional: students can utilize a PES provided chair to support their [...]

Join Hugh in the Leader’s Office for an overview of our unique alternative to traditional religion. Ethical Society members are invited to attend and share their own experiences. In-person only.