Lunch with Hugh (zoom edition) 

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

Peace Day Event: Meeting Our Sorrowing Heart

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

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 [...]

Embodied Peace

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

Hugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society Peace, both in ourselves and in the world, sometimes is portrayed as an elusive, spiritual goal. In fact, it is rooted not in the intangible spirit but in the grounded body. To build embodied peace from the inside out, we must more fully embrace our physical natures, from awareness [...]

Peace Day Philly Benefit Concert

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

$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 [...]

Peace Day Event: Footballs Not Firearms March and Rally

Fairhill Square, 4th Street and Lehigh Avenue

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 [...]

Peace Day Philly 2023: Actions for Peace

1400 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19107

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 [...]

Ending Racism Task Force Potluck

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

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!      

Ending Racism Task Force Movie Screening

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

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

Peace Day Philly: A Journey Creating Peace

Lisa Parker Founder, Peace Day Philly Our Society has participated in Peace Day Philly since its inception in 2011. Parker will explain the evolution of this initiative, which supports local involvement in the United Nations International Day of Peace. A social worker by training, Parker has worked with at-risk children and youth, as well as [...]

Gentle Hatha Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation Class

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

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 [...]