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 [...]

Reentry Simulation

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

People released from incarceration must navigate a bureaucratic labyrinth and overcome myriad practical obstacles in order to re- integrate into society. To educate the public about those challenges—which contribute to very high rates of recidivism—the Ethical Society, in collaboration with the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, invites you to participate in a reentry [...]