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SUMMARY:Let's Talk About It: "Should America Resign From Its Self-Proclaimed Position as Leader of the Free World?" (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public every 3rd Thursday! In-person attendance is strongly encouraged\, but you can also join via Zoom. \nJoin these congenial sessions where moderators focus on thought-provoking subjects. You’ll always have access to the readings in advance so you can be prepared to come and discuss them. And you’re welcome to bring your lunch! \nThis week’s host is Joe Fashing. \nRecommended Readings\nEvil Empire: Is Imperial Liquidation Possible for America? \nIf America Were a Trumpian Autocracy: The Lies We’d Be Told About War (and So Much Else) \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 835 7732 4417 | Passcode 341001
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/lets-talk-about-it-should-america-resign-from-its-self-proclaimed-position-as-leader-of-the-free-world-hybrid/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T183000
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SUMMARY:Humanist Happy Hour: Himalayan Art at The Rubin Museum
DESCRIPTION:This month’s 4th Friday Humanist Happy Hour will meet at The Rubin Museum of Art to explore their new Himalayan art exhibits. \nFree tickets are required\, please purchase in advance here. \nAll are welcome! (Please do not bring food or drink.) \n \n \nWhere\nThe Rubin Museum of Art\n150 W 17th St.\n(Map) \nMeet Laurence at the tables near the right side of the K2 bar. He’ll have a paper sign that says Meetup. Stragglers call Meryl at (929) 251-3570. \nHumanist Happy Hour Partners\nOur friends at various Humanist groups are cross-posting this event. Some groups have after-parties. \nCenter for Inquiry – NYC Branchhttps://cfi-nyc.org/https://www.meetup.com/cfinyc/ \nThe City Congregation for Humanistic Judaismhttps://citycongregation.org/events-calendar/ \nFree Thinkers Institute\nhttps://www.freethinkerinstitute.org/events/\nhttps://www.meetup.com/freethinkerinstitute/ \nGotham Atheistshttps://gothamatheists.org/https://www.meetup.com/GothamAtheists/\nNYC Atheists In-Person Meetinghttps://nycatheists.org/calendar/https://www.meetup.com/nycatheists/ \nSecular Humanists Society of New Yorkhttps://www.shsny.org/events-calendarhttps://www.meetup.com/shsny-org/
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/humanist-happy-hour-himalayan-art-at-the-rubin-museum/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Humanist Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T210000
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SUMMARY:21st Annual Will-a-Thon Day 1: A Night of Scenes\, Speeches\, and Soliloquies Feat. Special Guest Austin Pendleton
DESCRIPTION:Join Will’s Playshop of the Workshop Theater and the New York Society for Ethical Culture for a two-day festival to celebrate The Bard’s 460th birthday! \nFriday\, April 26th at 7:00pm\nA night of Scenes\, Speeches\, and Soliloquies featuring a cast of 13 from Will’s Playshop\, including Special Guest Artist AUSTIN PENDLETON \nSunday\, April 28th at 1:30pm\nFor Thy Sweet Love Rememb’red: An Offering of Scenes\, Sonnets\, and Songs of Love\n \nTickets\n$15/day – Click here to purchase tickets on Eventbrite
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/will-a-thon-2024-wills-way/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T152909Z
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SUMMARY:Richard Koral: Let It Be Spring
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public\, in-person and online! \nDetails TBA. \nWatch Online\nClick to join at start time | ID 863 0430 0961 | Passcode 609424\nTo join by phone (audio only)\, dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above. \nMonthly Collection\nMy Own Book \nAbout Sunday Platform\nSunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate\, stimulate personal growth\, inspire reflection and action\, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music\, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader\, member\, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events\, pressing social issues\, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour. \nTo watch previous Sunday Platforms\, visit our Videos page and YouTube channel.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/koral-let-it-be-spring/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T153000
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SUMMARY:21st Annual Will-a-Thon Day 2: 'For Thy Sweet Love Rememb'red: An Offering of Scenes\, Sonnets\, and Songs of Love'
DESCRIPTION:Join Will’s Playshop of the Workshop Theater and the New York Society for Ethical Culture for a two-day festival to celebrate The Bard’s 460th birthday! \nFriday\, April 26th at 7:00pm\nA night of Scenes\, Speeches\, and Soliloquies featuring a cast of 13 from Will’s Playshop\, including Special Guest Artist AUSTIN PENDLETON \nSunday\, April 28th at 1:30pm\nFor Thy Sweet Love Rememb’red: An Offering of Scenes\, Sonnets\, and Songs of Love\n \nTickets\n$15/day – Click here to purchase tickets
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/will-a-thon-for-thy-sweet-love-remembred/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T183927Z
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. Larry Hurst and Sondra Stein moderate. \nNew Participants: Please join 10 minutes early to introduce yourself\, otherwise you will not be allowed to enter. The meeting waiting room will close 5 minutes after the session begins\, with exceptions made only for regular attendees. \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 865 0709 1351 | Passcode 134918 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation/2024-04-30/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T190000
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Concert: Isaac et Nora
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This concert has been cancelled. \n*** \nThis concert is presented and managed by Metropolitan Entertainment.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/cancelled-concert-isaac-et-nora/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240501T210000
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CREATED:20231221T211006Z
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SUMMARY:Great Literature Discussion: 'Changes: A Love Story' by Ama Ata Aidoo (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join our twice-monthly online discussions exploring great works together. All are welcome to join and any edition or translation of the book under discussion can be used. See the full list of upcoming books here. \nModerated by Ethical NYC member Gunther Tielemans. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. \nTo join the discussion\, please contact Gunther.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/great-literature-discussion-changes-a-love-story-by-ama-ata-aidoo-online/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Great Literature Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T180000
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CREATED:20240126T185011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T185131Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Circle (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public online! \nOne of the oldest traditions around the world is storytelling — folk tales\, fairy tales\, historic tales\, family tales. Bring whatever story you choose. We’ll gather ’round the virtual campfire and listen. Our talented storytelling expert Doris Hart moderates. \nRead about Storytelling Circle in Time Magazine! \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start time | Zoom ID 885 4488 0162 | Passcode 089856
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/storytelling-circle/2024-05-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T133844Z
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SUMMARY:Humanist Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our twice-monthly gathering of NYC’s Humanist\, atheist\, agnostic\, and secularist groups featuring drinks\, snacks\, and great conversation. We hope to see you there! \nBYOB (no liquor). Snack potluck. Donations warmly encouraged to support this program: Give online here. \n \nGetting Here\nTransit: \n1: 66 St-Lincoln CenterA\, B\, C\, D\, 1: 59 St-Columbus CircleM10: Central Park W/W 64 StM10\, M20: Central Park W/W 63 StM66: W 65 St/Central Park WM5\, M7\, M104: Broadway/W 63 St \nLocation is subject to change for special events. Check website calendars and Meetup pages for various groups for updates and changes. \nThe default room is Ceremonial Hall on the 4th Floor\, subject to change depending on capacity or conflict with rentals. Check for any posted signs. \nWheelchair access: Use the ramp entrance for the Meeting House on West 64th St.\, not the Fieldston School. Press both doorbells if the door is locked. Elevator is directly inside. \nHumanist Happy Hour Partners\nOur friends at various Humanist groups are cross-posting this event. Some groups have after-parties. \nCenter for Inquiry – NYChttps://cfi-nyc.org/https://www.meetup.com/cfinyc/ \nThe City Congregation for Humanistic Judaismhttps://citycongregation.org/events-calendar/ \nGotham Atheistshttps://gothamatheists.org/https://www.meetup.com/GothamAtheists/\nNYC Atheistshttps://nycatheists.org/calendar/https://www.meetup.com/nycatheists/ \nSecular Humanist Society of New Yorkhttps://www.shsny.org/events-calendarhttps://www.meetup.com/shsny-org/
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/humanist-happy-hour-8/2024-05-03/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanist Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T121500
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240429T130956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T134349Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform: Coming of Age Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public\, in-person and online! \nPlease join us on May 5 to support our coming of age participants in their milestone celebration platform! \nWatch Online\nClick to join at start time | ID 863 0430 0961 | Passcode 609424\nTo join by phone (audio only)\, dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above. \nMonthly Collection\nThe New York Civil Liberties Union \nAbout Sunday Platform\nSunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate\, stimulate personal growth\, inspire reflection and action\, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music\, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader\, member\, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events\, pressing social issues\, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour. \nTo watch previous Sunday Platforms\, visit our Videos page and YouTube channel.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/sunday-platform-coming-of-age-celebration/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform,Youth and Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T140000
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CREATED:20240113T185216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T154501Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Book Discussion Group: 'A Year to Live' by Stephen Levine
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This week’s session has been cancelled. Dr. Rost will reach out with a new date soon! \n*** \nJoin Leader Dr. Nori Rost every first Sunday for a new book discussion group exploring A Year to Live by Stephen Levine. \nFree and open to the public. First Sundays: February 4\, March 3\, April 7\, May 5\, June 2\, ending on July 7 \nAbout A Year to Live\n“Stephen Levine has worked creatively to help thousands of people approach their own deaths with equanimity\, truth\, and an open heart. I can think of no one better qualified to help us enrich our lives through embracing the mystery of death.”—Ram Dass \n“A Year to Live is a poetic and deeply passionate exploration into what creates human suffering. It is also a lyrical and generous-spirited guide to life.”—San Francisco Examiner \nIn A Year to Live\, Stephen Levine\, author of the perennial bestseller Who Dies?\, teaches us how to live each moment\, each hour\, each day mindfully—as if it were all that was left. On his deathbed\, Socrates exhorted his followers to practice dying as the highest form of wisdom. Levine decided to live this way himself for a whole year\, and now he shares with us how such immediacy radically changes our view of the world and forces us to examine our priorities. \nMost of us go to extraordinary lengths to ignore\, laugh off\, or deny our grief over the fact that we are going to die\, but preparing for death is one of the most rational and rewarding acts of a lifetime. It is an exercise that gives us the opportunity to deal with unfinished business and enter into a new and vibrant relationship with life. Levine provides us with a year-long program of intensely practical strategies and powerful guided meditations to help with this work\, so that whenever the ultimate moment does arrive for each of us\, we will not feel that it has come too soon. \nAbout Stephen Levine\nStephen Levine (1937–2016) was an American poet and teacher of guided meditation and healing techniques. His bestselling books in the United States and Europe (including Healing into Life and Death and A Gradual Awakening) are considered groundbreaking in their field. He also collaborated with his wife and spiritual partner\, Ondrea\, on a number of influential works such as Who Dies? and Embracing the Beloved.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/book-discussion-group-a-year-to-live-by-stephen-levine-2024-05-05/
LOCATION:Leader’s Office (502)
CATEGORIES:Sunday Book Discussion Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240205T201952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T212712Z
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SUMMARY:Getting to Know You (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join us online! \nGet to know our Ethical Culture family in a comfortable\, casual way. Each session features a pair of members in a dialogue with one another\, each responding to a few questions she or he has submitted to the other to be asked. Except for one question about their experience at NYSEC\, the other questions can be about whatever they choose (growing up\, career\, interests\, travels… whatever). Following the dialog with one\, and then the other\, we — members only — can add our questions. 1st Mondays. \nNotice: This session is limited to Society Members. The session’s join link will be provided to Members via email. \nIf you’d like to be a dialogue partner at one of our programs\, Email editor Elinore Kaplan at Outlook at: ethicaloutlook@gmail.com
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/getting-to-know-you-online-10/2024-05-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Getting to Know You
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240507T131742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T131742Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Circle (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Bring a favorite poem (or poems) to our monthly online poetry circle! \nRead it aloud\, and we’ll listen attentively together and discuss—a line\, a word\, an image\, or an overall feeling. You’re welcome to give us a couple of sentences about the poet\, too. Elinore Kaplan moderates. \nIf you wish to share a poem\, please send it to Elinore in advance so it can be shared on-screen with participants: ethicaloutlook@gmail.com. \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 251 059 2288 | Passcode 2244 \n(Photo by Suzy Hazelwood)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/poetry-circle-online-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240502T022106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T022106Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Midweek Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This week’s session has been cancelled. We’ll see you next week! \n********** \nA midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. Larry Hurst and Sondra Stein moderate. \nNew Participants: Please join 10 minutes early to introduce yourself\, otherwise you will not be allowed to enter. The meeting waiting room will close 5 minutes after the session begins\, with exceptions made only for regular attendees.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/cancelled-midweek-meditation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240413T061135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T061253Z
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SUMMARY:Speaking of Science with Allison Applebaum: 'Care for the Caregiver: Reflections from a Caregiving Scientist and Family Caregiver'
DESCRIPTION:Join this month’s Speaking of Science for a talk by psychologist Dr. Allison Applebaum\, Founding Director of the Caregivers Clinic at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center\, the first program of its kind to provide comprehensive psychosocial care to family and friend caregivers of MSK patients. Q&A follows. \nAbout Allison Applebaum\nDr. Allison Applebaum is an Associate Attending Psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences\, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK)\, and an Associate Professor of Psychology at Weill Cornell Medicine. She is the Founding Director of the Caregivers Clinic at MSK\, the first program of its kind to provide comprehensive psychosocial care to family and friend caregivers of MSK patients. \nDr. Applebaum’s program of research focuses broadly on the development and dissemination of supportive services for family caregivers. She has published over 100 articles\, reviews\, and book chapters on caregiving\, and is the editor of the textbook Cancer Caregivers (Oxford University Press\, 2019). Dr. Applebaum has received competitive funding for her research\, including awards from the National Cancer Institute\, the National Institute of Nursing Research\, and the American Cancer Society. She is also the author of the recently published narrative nonfiction book\, Stand By Me: A Guide to Navigating Modern\, Meaningful Caregiving (Simon Element\, 2024). \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 889 8668 1869 | Passcode 518208\nTo join by phone (audio only)\, dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/speaking-of-science-with-allison-applebaum-care-for-the-caregiver-reflections-from-a-caregiving-scientist-and-family-caregiver/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T210000
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SUMMARY:Get Out the Vote Postcard Writing Party at Fourth Universalist
DESCRIPTION:Our goal is to make this election fair and inclusive! \nJoin civic-minded New Yorkers in an effort to empower disenfranchised voters in Virginia in advance of their primary elections. Wine\, beer\, and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be served. \nPostcard packets (10 cards and stamps) are $6 each\, and we ask each attendee to cover the cost of their packet(s). If payment for a packet is a financial hardship\, an anonymous donor has agreed to cover your cost. Please let us know when you arrive. Additional donations are appreciated! \nPayment in cash\, Venmo\, or Four Square accepted. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. \nWhen and Where\nThursday\, May 9\, 2024 – 6:00pm-9:00pm\nFourth Universalist Society\n160 Central Park West \nRSVP\nClick here to RSVP \nPartners\nReclaim Our Vote\, Fourth Universalist Society\, Unitarian Church of All Souls\, West End Synagogue\, and the New York Society for Ethical Culture
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/get-out-the-vote-postcard-writing-party-at-fourth-universalist/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Ethics in Action
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T213000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240502T021932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T163445Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz Cafe: Paige Patterson & The Stuart Waters Trio
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our May Jazz Cafe showcasing songstress Paige Patterson! \nAbout Paige Patterson & The Stuart Waters Trio\nPaige Patterson will transport the audience to a bygone era while restoring faith in the timeless power of music. Her repertoire ranges from Sinatra to classic soul\, Broadway\, and more. With a list of impressive performances across New York City and Long Island\, Paige’s talent has been recognized with grants and awards from NY state and local arts councils. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of music at the Jazz Café with Paige Patterson. \nStu Waters is an accomplished pianist and vocalist\, classically trained in piano at the Juilliard Prep School. Stuart started performing professionally at age 13 when he became involved in jazz and blues. At age 15\, he was featured as a rising star on WQXR Radio’s “Young America Plays”. He has performed throughout the United States\, and his performance and studio credits include projects with Joe Carbone\, Joe Carter\, Paula Atherton\, Earl Williams\, Walter Perkins\, James Cammack\, Chasey Dean and Rose Gunter \nPeter Greco is a New York based drummer has been involved in all areas of the local music scene and drum education for over 30 years. A Modern Drummer Magazine educational video contributor\, endorsed and sponsored by drum companies such as Vic Firth\, Sabian\, Kickport & Hudson Music Video\, Peter performs in drum clinics passing on his knowledge and passion for drumming to many an eager audience. Settings you may see him in would be the backing of shows and concerts such as Joe Piscopo\, Sal ‘The Voice’ Valentinetti and others in his position as drummer for the 18 piece NMJB jazz band. In addition to a busy performance schedule\, Peter has a state-of-the-art multimedia drum studio where he teaches\, writes drum books and records instructional videos in an effort to offer the finest in drum lessons and drum education. \nJerry McDonald is a native LI/NYC bassist who performs on both the upright bass and electric bass. After being introduced to the great Jazz-Fusion bassist Jaco Pastorius\, Jerry’s desire to study the tradition of Jazz Music was born. His musical journey\, however\, has led to many noteworthy performances in both Jazz and Rock genres. Jerry has had the opportunity to perform with Carl Allen\, Dan Faulk\, Rufus Reid Bass Quartet\, Earl Williams\, Tim Siciliano\, Mark Marino\, Tim Regusis\, Steve Salerno\, Ron Affif\, Swingset Quartet\, Jack Licitra\, and The Al Miller Big Band. He has also toured with vocalist Anastasia Renee and her Quartet in Russia\, as well as with Beledo Accoustic Trio in Puerto Rico. He’s played electric bass for Soul Revival\, a funk R&B Band\, performing at many clubs and events throughout the New York tri-state area and northeastern United States. \nTickets\n$10 Members • $15 Public \nClick here to purchase tickets on Eventbrite! \nAbout the Ethical NYC Jazz Cafe\n“Totally delighted the whole evening! Classic intimate place\, delightful people\, and energy the whole time!” –W. T.\, Brentwood\, New York\, NY \n“The venue for the music was wonderful\, it was a nightclub atmosphere. The music was excellent and then there was an open mic so I got to see a number of talented neighborhood folks get up and do their thing. Some people even felt moved to dance. I loved it!” -G. Walsh\, Fair Lawn NJ
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/jazz-cafe-paige-patterson-and-the-stuart-waters-trio/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz Cafe
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SUMMARY:Ethical Adventures: Spring Hike at Bull’s Hill in Cold Spring\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a hike to Bull’s Hill in historic Cold Spring\, NY! \nThis 3.5-hour hike will take us to a summit over the Hudson River. You will be rewarded with stunning views of the river and\, on a clear day\, Manhattan. We will take a scenic train ride to the town of Cold Spring. The town\, set on the east bank of Hudson\, has many antique stores\, nice coffee shops\, several restaurants\, and a lovely small park on the riverfront. This town is worth a day’s visit even if you do not hike! \nThe ride on Metro North Hudson line takes an hour and twenty minutes and offers spectacular views of the river. \nTRAVEL INFO: Meet at the information booth at Grand Central at 8:30 am. If you arrive after that time\, find us on the train that leaves at 8:45am (Hudson Line). The round trip ticket is $30 ($20 for seniors). Please buy your own tickets. Bring a water bottle\, light lunch and/or snack for the trail\, and a few dollars for a coffee stop at a local cafe. Wear hiking or sturdy walking shoes (there are some steep parts on decent)\, and dress in layers for the hike. Rain cancels. \nFor questions\, please email Henryka Komanska.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/ethical-adventures-spring-hike-at-bulls-hill-in-cold-spring-ny-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
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SUMMARY:Big Apple Knitters Guild
DESCRIPTION:The Big Apple Knitters Guild meets on the second Saturday of every month\, from 1 to 4 PM (unless otherwise specified) from September through June. Our general meetings include: \n\nFeatured Guest Speakers—learn the latest from experts in the knitting world!\nShow and Tell—present your finished projects to an appreciative audience!\nMembers-Only Raffle—win a skein of luxury yarn at our raffle drawing each month!\nBeginners Circle—improve your knitting skills with help from fellow BAKG members!\nCharity Knitting Table—knit for those in need!\nKALs—join a knit-along and complete a project with the help of friends!\n\nCome and join us! At live meetings\, guests are welcome—first visit is free; a nominal guest fee of $5 is charged on subsequent visits. This fee may be applied to annual dues if paid on the meeting day.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/big-apple-knitters-guild-2/2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Social Hall (Lower Level)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240322T204309Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Nori Rost: Happy Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public\, in-person and online! \nAlthough this holiday is ranked as one of the most popular for greeting cards and eating out\, Mother’s Day was actually begun as a protest to war. In this Platform\, Dr. Rost will explore the founding of the holiday as well as lift up ways we can return to this powerful image of Mother’s Day. \nWatch Online\nClick to join at start time | ID 863 0430 0961 | Passcode 609424\nTo join by phone (audio only)\, dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above. \nMonthly Collection\nThe New York Civil Liberties Union \nAbout Sunday Platform\nSunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate\, stimulate personal growth\, inspire reflection and action\, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music\, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader\, member\, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events\, pressing social issues\, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour. \nTo watch previous Sunday Platforms\, visit our Videos page and YouTube channel.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/sunday-platform-with-nori-rost-happy-mothers-day/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T143000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240506T044601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240512T170035Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics in the News: 'Nowhere to Run: Where Will the World Find Refuge in 2024?' (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public\, in-Person and online! \nJoin in the lively give-and-take on compelling issues and current events and bring your own ideas. Member Joe Fashing moderates. \nTopic and Suggested Readings\nNowhere to Run: Where Will the World Find Refuge in 2024? – Rebecca Gordon – TomDispatch \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 838 1778 1084 | Passcode 675527
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/ethics-in-the-news-hybrid-3/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ethics in the News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240512T191817Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Ethics: 'Did It Really Happen Like That? Different Perspectives Make Different Histories'
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online! \nIn this program we’ll explore the ethics of living by reading a short story that highlights an ethical dilemma. The stories are generally available\, and they can also be obtained from the Society approximately two weeks before the session upon request to mdetermann@nysec.org or rkoral@nysec.org. \nThe story we’ll be discussing is: \n\n“Further Interpretations of Real-Life Events” by Kevin Moffett (PDF)\n\nFacilitated by Leader Richard Koral. 2nd Mondays at 2:00pm. \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 838 1778 1084 | Passcode 675527
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/practical-ethics-did-it-really-happen-like-that-different-perspectives-make-different-histories/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Practical Ethics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240322T204906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T202540Z
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SUMMARY:Say Yes to Science with Dr. Carol Portlock
DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 5:00pm retired oncologist and Society Member Dr. Carol Portlock reviews new and intriguing science in multiple fields\, including those relevant to COVID and beyond. \nFree and open to the public! \nNEW: These sessions are recorded\, with the video available for 30 days following each session. For access\, please contact Communications Manager Ed Beck at ebeck@nysec.org. \nSuggested readings\nMicroneedle patch used for measles vaccine \nNew antibiotic approved for resistant urinary tract infections \nmRNA technology used successfully for anti-cancer vaccine \nStudy Suggests Genetics as a Cause\, Not Just a Risk\, for Some Alzheimer’s \nA genetic cause of Alzheimer’s is established and CRISPR technology may soon follow \nPioneering Gene Therapy Restores UK Girl’s Hearing \nBlue-green roofs in Amsterdam \nMeasuring toxic plastic chemicals in water\nhttps://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/10/pfas-forever-chemicals-limits-drinking-water\nhttps://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/29/pfas-death-cardiovascular-disease \nSpace probe launched in 1977 is still traveling!\nhttps://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-68881369 \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 840 9262 7426 | Passcode 745338 \n(Photo by Edward Jenner)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/say-yes-to-science-with-dr-carol-portlock-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Say Yes to Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T140000
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SUMMARY:Lunch with the League of Women Voters NYC: 'Voting in Jails' with Hazel Weiser
DESCRIPTION:In 1974 the United States Supreme Court recognized a citizen’s right to vote when detained in New York State county jails while serving misdemeanor sentences or awaiting trial. However\, that right has been ignored\, undermined\, and rarely actualized. Here in New York City\, there are more than 6000 people detained at Rikers Island at any one time. Over 85% of those detained are awaiting trial and therefore presumed innocent. Despite concerted efforts by the Voting in Jails Coalition\, of which the League of Women Voters of NYC is a member\, the right to vote in jail remains severely compromised. \nInspired by the stories told by formerly incarcerated people\, the League of Women Voters of New York Criminal Justice Reform Committee saw an opportunity to determine the actual status of voting in all of New York State’s jails. The survey\, conducted during Spring 2023 was published in June 2023\, and its findings are the basis for the latest advocacy\, education\, and legislative efforts to ensure access to the ballot for this often underserved and overlooked population. \nHazel Weiser supervised the data collection and is the author of Voting in New York Jails: A Qualitative Analysis of Access (June 2023). She will review her findings and discuss short term and long term recommendations to improve access to the ballot for those detained in New York City and New York State jails. \nSpeaker: Hazel Weiser is a retired attorney\, law professor\, and law school administrator who has spent the last seven years working with the League of Women Voters of NYC and NY State and currently with Trinity Church Prison Ministry promoting jail-based voting as an aspect of self-empowerment. Through the LWVNYC\, she has taught the history of voting rights and the history of voter suppression in high schools\, colleges\, faith-based organizations\, and reentry groups throughout New York City. \nTickets\n$20 – Click Here to Purchase on Eventbrite \nAbout the League of Women Voters NYC\nVisit the League of Women Voters in the City of New York at lwvnyc.org.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/lunch-with-the-league-of-women-voters-nyc-2-2024-05-21/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:League of Women Voters
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T174500
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. Larry Hurst and Sondra Stein moderate. \nNew Participants: Please join 10 minutes early to introduce yourself\, otherwise you will not be allowed to enter. The meeting waiting room will close 5 minutes after the session begins\, with exceptions made only for regular attendees. \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 865 0709 1351 | Passcode 134918 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation/2024-05-14/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T210000
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SUMMARY:Great Literature Discussion: Pacific by Tom Drury
DESCRIPTION:Join our twice-monthly online discussions exploring great works together. All are welcome to join and any edition or translation of the book under discussion can be used. See the full list of upcoming books here. \nModerated by Ethical NYC member Gunther Tielemans. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. \nTo join the discussion\, please contact Gunther.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/great-literature-discussion-pacific-by-tom-drury/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Great Literature Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T180000
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CREATED:20240126T185117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T185126Z
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Circle (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public online! \nOne of the oldest traditions around the world is storytelling — folk tales\, fairy tales\, historic tales\, family tales. Bring whatever story you choose. We’ll gather ’round the virtual campfire and listen. Our talented storytelling expert Doris Hart moderates. \nRead about Storytelling Circle in Time Magazine! \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start time | Zoom ID 885 4488 0162 | Passcode 089856
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/storytelling-circle-2/2024-05-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T084855
CREATED:20240326T011844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T151236Z
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SUMMARY:Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Pennsylvania's Coal and Gas History Through the Artwork of Joshua Reiman (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about a panoply of creative activities brought to you by members\, friends\, relatives\, and neighbors. Guests will share the hour\, presenting their pleasurable pastimes. There will be time for Q&A for each. Learn about and enjoy something new! \nJune 12: Join us for an online screening of Joshua’s short film\, Time Washes Over Us\, that explores mortality in the age of climate catastrophe. Q&A and discussion follows! \nAbout Joshua Reiman\n \nJoshua Reiman’s work is focused on spatial practice including sculpture\, film\, video\, assemblage\, and photography. His work has been exhibited in galleries\, museums\, and film festivals across the United States\, Sweden\, Germany\, Estonia\, Egypt\, Iceland\, France\, Australia\, Japan\, and Morocco. Joshua is an Associate Professor at The Maine College of Art & Design\, where he is also the Gary Ambrose Chair of Sculpture. He has an MFA in Sculpture from Syracuse University and a BFA in Sculpture from the Kansas City Art Institute. Reiman is also a published author\, with his most recent essay in MetaSpace published by Distanz\, Berlin. Joshua and his wife Addy and son Ole currently live in an 1880s brick house in Portland\, ME with their dog Otto R. Mutt. Joshua was also once a Rubik’s Cube champion. \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 884 1105 5819 | Passcode 140176
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/share-and-learn-between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place-pennsylvanias-coal-and-gas-history-through-the-artwork-of-joshua-reiman/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Share and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T121500
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CREATED:20240429T140137Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Joe Chuman: Holding Fast to Our Values in a Time of Chaos and Peril
DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public\, in-person and online! \nAmerican democracy is in greater peril than at any time since the Civil War. Though the United States has well entrenched institutions to safeguard our democracy\, and a Constitution that has served us well for more than 200 years\, democracy is not self-sustaining. It is only as strong as the will\, values and virtues of the people who comprise our nation. If the public is indifferent or does not care\, democracy can readily fade. \nThe presidential election this November may augur the end of the American experiment. But our political reality extends more deeply than the fact that we effectively have only one political party\, with the other committed to the destruction of our democratic system. What reaches further is the flourishing of irrationality\, lies\, conspiracy theories\, and rejection of the legitimate authority of experts. There have always been strands of irrationality that have flowed through American values. But it has always been on the fringes; now adopted by tens of millions of Americans\, it has gone mainstream. Without a commitment to truthfulness there can be no trust. And without trust there can be no democracy\, let alone a coherent society. We live in a kaleidoscopic reality\, which impinges on our sanity. \nHere is where Ethical Culture comes in. Despite our small size\, our values are the values that serve as the foundation of a sane and democratic society. Our values are critical values and we need to hold fast to them. A further exploration of the relation of what we stand for and the mainstays of democracy will be my topic of May 19th. \nWatch Online\nClick to join at start time | ID 863 0430 0961 | Passcode 609424\nTo join by phone (audio only)\, dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above. \nAbout Joe Chuman\nLeader Dr. Joe Chuman started on his road to Ethical Leadership as a leader-in-Training here at the New York Society in 1969 and continued his training at the Bergen Society\, after which he became Leader of the Essex County Society before returning to the Bergen Society\, where he served as leader for 46 years\, retiring in January 2021. Joe has been a leader at the New York Society Since 2008. During his long career\, Joe has worked as an academic\, a social justice activist\, a speaker\, and a writer. He has been teaching human rights in the Graduate School at Columbia University for more than 20 years\, teaches human rights at Hunter College\, and has taught at the U. N. University for Peace in Costa Rica and at other colleges. \nAs an activist\, Joe has advocated for civil liberties\, human rights\, and other progressive causes and has frequently testified before the New Jersey legislature on such issues as religious freedom\, gun violence prevention\, death penalty opposition\, and immigrant rights. He founded the Northern New Jersey Coalition for Asylum Seekers 20 years ago and still serves as its president. Joe has written numerous book chapters\, encyclopedia entrees\, scores of Op-eds\, and is the author of “Speaking of Ethics\,” a compilation of essays on Ethical Culture. Currently\, he writes articles on political and socio-political issues on Substack and other social media outlets. \nMonthly Collection\nNew York Civil Liberties Union \nAbout Sunday Platform\nSunday Platform is our most important and long-standing community event. These gatherings educate\, stimulate personal growth\, inspire reflection and action\, and strengthen our community. Sunday meetings begin with music\, followed by greetings and a talk given by a Society Leader\, member\, or guest.  Platforms cover a variety of topics that reflect current events\, pressing social issues\, and Humanist philosophy. Each Sunday meeting is followed by a luncheon and social hour. \nTo watch previous Sunday Platforms\, visit our Videos page and YouTube channel.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/sunday-platform-with-joe-chuman/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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