Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Leader Hugh Taft-Morales in the Leader’s Office for an introduction to our non-theist community and the philosophy that guides us.
Discussing Oppenheimer
The blockbuster movie Oppenheimer has renewed interest in the physicist who directed the development of the atomic bomb. J. Robert Oppenheimer, a troubled, controversial, and deeply human man, was the product of an Ethical Culture education. Join Hugh in the Leader’s Office to discuss the film, the book on which it is based, and Hugh’s [...]
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, [...]
Game: Peeling the Onion
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Hugh, facilitator Redwood Kardon, and members of Friends in the City in the Leader’s Office for this get-to-know-you activity. Our lives comprise layers of experiences and stories. Share what you want as we peel those layers together. Great for those new to the Ethical Society! Space is limited. RSVP to Redwood: redwood.kardon@gmail.com
The Informavore’s Dilemma
Nina Strohminger, Professor, University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School We rely on experts to understand the world. But often, those experts’ information is unreliable. Strohminger, a behavioral scientist in the Wharton School’s department of Legal Studies and Business Ethics, will discuss the origins and scope of this dilemma and suggest practical approaches to managing it. Strohminger [...]
Discussing Oppenheimer – the film, book, and Hugh’s platform address (zoom edition)
Join Hugh Taft-Morales on Zoom to discuss the renewed interest in Robert Oppenheimer, a product of an Ethical Culture education who became a heroic, troubled, controversial, and deeply human historical figure. RSVP to HughTM@gmail.com to receive an electronic copy of Hugh’s 2015 talk titled, “J. Robert Oppenheimer and Nuclear Agony.” You can view that talk here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q6cUT32ICo) on YouTube. Join Hugh on [...]
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 StatesMeeting 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 StatesHugh 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 [...]