Rollin and Robert: Bach-ing and Rocking

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Rollin Wilber, Pianist; and Robert Steinfort, Member Philadelphia Ethical Society They say you can’t please everybody. Well, Rollin and Robert Edwin—two outstanding musicians with disparate backgrounds—are going to try. This program features music spanning Bach to rock and will include a reprise of Rollin’s four original song settings of poems by Eugene Field (originally presented [...]

Vote Forward Workshop

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join Kimiko after this Sunday's platform to learn about Vote Forward! Vote Forward is a national organization that mobilizes volunteers to write personal, heartfelt letters to potential voters. She'll have their letter template printed out for you to write a few sentences on why you vote. It's a small (and easy) way to encourage your [...]

Lessons from the School Ship

On Zoom

Karen Lawrence and Lisa Winkler, Experiential Trainers Schooner North Wind Youth Program Many organizations have a mission to provide education and experiences to young people. Gloucester City Sail stands out for doing it on a boat. Youth from the Philadelphia and Camden areas get the opportunity to learn about science and history—while also doing some [...]

Make Music Philly

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This annual DIY festival, featuring music of all genres and performers at all levels, will unfold around the city throughout the day. Performances at the Ethical Society building include a show by Jazz 4 Nothin’ at 7:30 PM. (This is a wider community event.)

Confronting Our Difficult History

On Zoom

Erik Younge and Sylvia Metzler, ERTF Co-Chairs Philadelphia Ethical Society In his 2020 TED Talk, “Why We Must Confront the Painful Parts of U.S. History,” Hasan Kwame Jeffries urges us to examine the historical context of present injustice. A discussion will follow screening of the video.   This will be a Zoom-only platform. You can [...]

Resistance to Book Banning

On Zoom

Christopher Harris, Director, School Library System Genessee Valley BOCES This is an All-Society Platform. Check the Weekly Bulletin for the zoom link.  

Harmony in Diverse Perspectives: Honoring CJ Fearnley’s Comprehensivity

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

A comprehensivist perspective encourages us to understand the world holistically: in a way that encompasses our beliefs, values, feelings, and ethical principles. Looking beyond the confines of individual knowledge, it advocates bringing people together in order to better grasp the complexity of our civilization. CJ Fearnley—a philosopher, mathematician, software pioneer, and lifelong learner—was a leading [...]

Potluck Dinner and Board Game Night

Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us at 6:30 PM on August 7th, Stan's birthday, for a potluck and board game night at the Ethical Society! We'll gather on the second floor in the Weston Room.    

Camp Linden Picnic

Camp Linden 1521 Camp Linden Rd, West Chester, PA, United States

Join our annual summer celebration of friendship, fun, food, and the great outdoors! We provide hotdogs, hamburgers, and beverages. You are encouraged to bring side dishes and desserts. A recommended contribution of $15 will be collected at the event. Children 12 and under are free. Those who wish to carpool should email us at the [...]