The State of Sustainability
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRobert Fleming Director and Professor, Sustainable Design Program, Thomas Jefferson University The sustainability movement ebbs and flows with the intensity of weather, changing economy, shifting societal values, and with different political power structures. In 2019, sustainability is poised to rise again, and this time it’s for good. A changing climate is now becoming the norm: [...]
The Uses of Humor
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society What are the ethical uses of humor? Humor is fun. It can provide important cathartic release of tension and bond groups together. Humor can help us keep our perspective. But humor can also mock and degrade others. It can divide people and create an “in-group” and an “out-group.” Hugh [...]
Music for Good- Aaron Larget-Caplan’s “Transformations”
Award-winning classical guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan makes his Philadelphia debut with “Transformations,” a solo program exploring the many ways in which music transforms listeners. This concert is the first in a new Philadelphia Ethical Society series titled “Music for Good.” 20% of all ticket sales in this series are donated to a charity of the artist’s [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis introduction to Ethical Humanism will focus on some philosophical elements of our unique alternative to traditional religion, though there will be time for Q&A about our history and the society today. Open to all. Refreshments served. RSVP to LeaderHugh@phillyethics.com but you can also just show up!
Planning Our Lives – Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesElaine Lindy and Hugh Taft-Morales offer participants an opportunity to add some intentionality to their lives. Gather for this group thinking and planning event about planning forward steps regarding career, family, friends, finance, or health goals. Overcome the inertia that keeps us from considering where we want to be five years from now. Free and [...]
Book Discussion – These Truths: A History of the United States (Ch. 5-8)
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales leads the second of four explorations of this work intended to help us better appreciate our history as a nation. The October discussion will focus on “Part Two: The People (1800-1865).” Free and open to the public. If you read the book, come help lead the discussion. If you didn’t read the book, [...]
The Tao of Ethical Culture
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Ethical Society platform has been changed, due to the previous speaker's need to cancel. In that speaker's place, the platform will be "The Tao of Ethical Culture" presented from a previous platform by our Ethical Society Leader, Hugh Taft-Morales.
Urgency and Radicalism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society How urgent are the crises we face? How radical should our responses be? What do different answers to these questions do to the cohesion of communities? How should we react to extremism expressed by those who feel their very survival is threatened? Hugh Taft-Morales explores these questions through the [...]
Responding to Our Climate Emergency: Community Brainstorming
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesWhat should our response be to science experts declaring that our climate is changing at an accelerated rate? While recycling and driving less are actions we can take as individuals, some believe that only radical systemic responses are worth considering. Around what systemic solutions should people of many backgrounds gather in order to foster substantive change? This [...]
How to Think about Urban Density in a Changing City
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesInga Saffron Architectural Critic Acclaimed Philadelphia Inquirer architectural critic since 1999, Inga Saffron will speak about the intersection between lively streets, affordability, equity, and urban success in this city. Inga Saffron is the architecture critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer and writes a weekly, Philadelphia-focused column on architecture, urban design, and planning. Her work has been recognized with [...]