Platform of Delight!

On Zoom

Kimiko Doherty, Member Philadelphia Ethical Society Join Kimiko for a platform loosely based on Ross Gay's The Book of Delights.  Special guest PES members will share stories of what brings them delight and joy in their lives.  Afterwards, others are welcome to share a short anecdote of what brings them delight while living life with [...]

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 [...]

Does Your Cat Have Your Tongue and Other Improv Fun

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

Kate Esposito, Member Philadelphia Ethical Society An opportunity to channel your pet, learn improvisational skills, and create connections.  This should be fun!

Picnic in Rittenhouse Square

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

Join us at Rittenhouse Square for a casual picnic! Bring your own food and drink, as well as a blanket or something to sit on. Activities TBD!   If it rains, we'll meet inside the Ethical Society building instead.

Introduction to Stoicism

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

Philadelphia Stoa, a philosophical community, will discuss Stoic basics, such as accepting what is outside your control, thinking rationally, and cultivating personal excellence or virtue. This coherent system of thought can help you achieve a happy, tranquil, and meaningful life.

The State of our Nation and Ethical Culture

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

Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader Philadelphia Ethical Society The national Ethical Culture community and the United States, as a whole, face challenges about where to go from here. In order to bring out our best, we must overcome limited resources, mistrust, trauma, and burnout. People of goodwill are applying their time, energy, and skills to make that [...]

Ethical Culture Happy Hour

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

Come to talk, to learn, and to raise a glass! Hugh will make a brief presentation about our humanist alternative to traditional religion: its history, values, and community. Snacks and drinks (both alcoholic and non-) will accompany the free-flowing conversation to follow. Both newcomers and members are welcome.

Peeling the Onion

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

Get to know other members of the Ethical Society and our neighbors from Friends in the City through this fun activity. Participants share stories from their lives, creating opportunities for conversations and new friendships. Meet in the Leader’s Office. Space is limited, so RSVP to Hugh or to Woody Kardon, Peeling the Onion’s creator.   [...]

Lunch with Hugh

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

Join Hugh in the Leader’s Office to share what kept you busy over the summer. Bring your lunch.