Muslim Women and the Veil: Where’s the Misogyny?
Hibba Abugideiri Villanova University Why do Muslim women wear the veil, especially in the United States? Are face veils signs of oppression? Is Islam a misogynistic religion? And why has a 14 X 14 piece of cloth obsessed the West for over a century and endured as a symbol with global resonance? Abugideiri addresses misconceptions [...]
Chair Yoga with Oliver Jane Jorgensen
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin our Community Life Coordinator, Oliver Jane, as they teach an hour-long Chair Yoga class at the Society. The class is accessible to all ages and abilities. This is a very gentle Yoga class that utilizes the support of a chair. The practice promotes stress reduction, relaxation, and positive moods. Great for older bodies, stiff bodies, [...]
Songs of “Spectives”
Robert Edwin (Bob) Steinfort Professional Musician and PES Member “Every song has some kind of spective,” says Bob. “Intro-. Re-. Per-. Pro-. Retro-. (Circum-?)” Our virtuoso pianist, Rollin Wilber, will join Bob for a lively program of music in a variety of spectives. They will perform their own compositions, as well as works by others. [...]
My Peace Corps Experience
Kimiko Doherty Former Volunteer Peace Corps and PES Member Kimiko started her Peace Corps journey in Honduras. During two-and-a-half years in a rural town, she learned lessons that have lasted a lifetime. Come and hear about them, while helping Kimiko celebrate the 20th anniversary of that foundational experience. This is a Zoom-only platform. You can [...]
Ethical Movie Night
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Oliver Jane at the Society building to watch and discuss a to-be-announced documentary. Snacks provided. At 1906 Rittenhouse Square RSVP to community@phillyethics.org
Game: Peeling the Onion
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesParticipants in this get-to-know-you activity react to prompts with stories and experiences, stimulating conversation and forging connections in the process. Share as much or as little as you like. We will meet in the Leader’s office. Space is limited, so RSVP to Redwood Kardon: redwood.kardon@gmail.com
Tech at the PES
Stan Horwitz Senior Systems Manager Temple University and PES Member Oliver Jane Jorgensen Community Life Coordinator, Philadelphia Ethical Society Oliver Jane will discuss the role of social networking—through services like Instagram and YouTube—in Ethical Culture. Stan will provide tips and tricks for using Zoom more productively and with greater confidence. This is a Zoom-only platform. [...]
Ending Racism Task Force Potluck
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin members of the Ending Racism Task Force for a potluck at the Ethical Society at 1906 S. Rittenhouse Square. Bring yourselves and something delicious! After the potluck and discussion, stay for a movie screening at 4pm.
Ending Racism Task Force Movie Screening
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFollowing the potluck and discussion, stay for a movie screening at 4pm with the members of the Ending Racism Task Force. Movie TBD.
Dog Days of Summer Reading
Betsy Lightbourn Prolific Reader, PES Member July 3 through August 11 are the official dog days of summer. It’s the perfect time to curl up with a book on the beach or in a park. Or read in air-conditioned comfort, if you prefer. This program of book reviews by our members will help you choose [...]