Annual Picnic at Camp Linden
YES, we’re going to get together in person again, for the first time in more than a year. And we’ll be coming together in one of the most beautiful spots in the world! No Zoom program scheduled. If picnic is rained out, program for July 25 will take place and picnic will be postponed until [...]
The Wastefulness of Racism
Nick Sanders PES Member and former PES President Most people know that racism is unethical because of the impact it has on people of color. But do you realize it also diminishes the chances of human flourishing and even survival? Nick will elaborate on this much less considered framing of racism and what it implies [...]
Reflections on A Wizard of Earthsea, by Ursula Le Guin
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPlease note earlier, 10:30 am, start time With Hugh Taft-Morales, Leader, Phila. Ethical Soc. Margaret Atwood called A Wizard of Earthsea one of the “wellsprings of fantasy literature." Originally conceived as a children’s book, it has become a favorite of many sci-fans. Hugh will reflect on the creativity, philosophy, and ethics offered in this work. [...]
Planting Our Future: Seeding Ethical Culture in a Rural Valley
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPattie Arduini President, Susquehanna Valley Ethical Society The Susquehanna Valley Ethical Society is located in Lewisburg, PA, a picturesque rural community situated along the Susquehanna River and home to Bucknell University. Learn how SVES came to be, its struggles and successes, and what the future holds for this Society in Central Pennsylvania. Join here online [...]
Truth and Healing through Poetry by Black Authors
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEnding Racism Task Force of the Philadelphia Ethical Society Poems by Maya Angelou, Gwendolyn Brooks, Langston Hughes, Jerico Brown and others. How can poetry serve to enlighten us and move us to heal racial trauma? Join here online at the scheduled time.
Calling Out Outrageous Lies
Hugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society Joe Biden won the 2020 election fair and square, but the outrageous lie that the election was rigged fueled the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Though lying has long been used as a tool to gain political power, normalizing blatant lying threatens our democracy. Hugh Taft-Morales explores this [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism – on Zoom
Hugh Taft-Morales hosts a zoom session in September. This informal session is particularly for newcomers, but all are welcome! Join at www.tiny.cc/phillyethics
Book Discussion: The Humanist Way by Ed Ericson
PA, United StatesThose interested in the history and philosophy of Ethical Culture can join Hugh Taft-Morales over six Monday evenings to discuss The Humanist Way. On September 6 we’ll cover the forward, introduction and chapters 1 and 2. Subsequent meetings are scheduled for October 4, October 18, November 8, November 22, and December 6. RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org.
Lunch with Leader Hugh – The Magic of Humanism: Growth
PA, United StatesCome gather for an informal virtual lunch and conversation. Leader Hugh Taft-Morales hosts a discussion about the 300-word entries entitled “Growth” from The Magic of Humanism, written by James Croft, Leader of the Ethical Society of St. Louis. You can get a copy of this brochure here: https://ethicalstl.org/who-we-are/what-is-ethical-humanism/the-magic-of-humanism/ or you can email LeaderHugh@phillyethics.org. Please join at tiny.cc/phillyethics
Inside Out – An Immigration Awareness Project
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Inside Out project is a nationwide participatory art initiative aimed at creating a portrait of America that highlights both our diversity and our unity. These portraits remind us that behind the policies are real people with real stories that include all Americans -- citizens, immigrants, and indigenous. And the project provides communities and local [...]