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SUMMARY:Say Yes to Science with Dr. Carol Portlock
DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Monday retired oncologist and Society Member Dr. Carol Portlock reviews new and intriguing science in multiple fields\, including those relevant to COVID and beyond. Free 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. \nRecommended Readings\nAn insole with sensitive methods for detection of brain changes\, including dementia – Science \nBird migration\, egg laying\, size and shape of birds are affected by climate change – Audubon \n50 years have elapsed from the “Blue Marble”photo to today:  The impact of climate change – BBC \nGlobal bleaching extends to 80% of all reefs – The Guardian \nImmunotherapy successful as first treatment in poor risk solid tumors – The New York Times \nCan asbestos be safely denatured and recycled? – BBC \nFirst video of a deep sea volcano eruption – The New York Times \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 840 9262 7426 | Passcode 745338
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/say-yes-to-science-with-dr-carol-portlock-online-11-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Say Yes to Science
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind led by Society member Larry Hurst. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. \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 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation-4/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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SUMMARY:Speaking of Science with Dr. Julie Feldstein: Our Journey from Beloved Microscope to Digital Pathology and Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Julie Feldstein\, MD serves as Chief Pathologist at Histowiz. She served as Director of Hematopathology at Memorial Sloan Kettering for 16 years and Mount Sinai for 6 years. She will share ongoing conversations in the field of Digital Pathology and Artificial Intelligence. \nJoin Online\nClick to register and join | Zoom ID 891 9225 2877 | Passcode 586368
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/speaking-of-science-with-dr-julie-feldstein-our-journey-from-beloved-microscope-to-digital-pathology-and-artificial-intelligence/
LOCATION:https://bit.ly/4mcMaJ5
CATEGORIES:Speaking of Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Circle
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. Every first and third Thursday of the month we 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 827 6339 5135 | Passcode 373623
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/storytelling-circle-online-7/2025-05-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T230000
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SUMMARY:CONCERT Metropolitan Entertainment Presents: Vitamin String Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm\, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Seasons 1 and 2 of the aforementioned streaming smash\, VSQ has “reached a mainstream\, global audience” (Variety) and “charmed the world with their classical covers” (Nylon). New York Observer wrote\, “VSQ’s atmospheric hits have made classical versions of pop music cool.” On their latest tour\, VSQ have created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift\, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music\, alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish\, BTS\, Bridgerton\, The Weeknd to Daft Punk. VSQ are one of the most popular string ensembles in the world with over 2 billion streams and seven albums charting on both Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts. \nTickets\nClick here to purchase tickets at Metropolitan Entertainment \nNOTICE: This concert is booked\, managed\, and ticketed by Metropolitan Entertainment.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/concert-metropolitan-entertainment-presents-vitamin-string-quartet/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:'Coming to Terms with Critical Times' with Leader Dr. Richard Koral
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next in our series of sessions exploring the psycho-emotional impact of the currently shifting political and social atmosphere in America and across the world. This will be a sharing of our own fears and concerns as well as our resilience and empowerment as we seek to cope. This will not be a political debate. Instead\, we will share our thoughts and observations about the impacts upon us and upon society as well as our own survival strategies.  Limited to 20 participants. In-person only. \nAbout Dr. Richard Koral\nRichard Koral is Leader at the New York Society for Ethical Culture and the Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island. He attended The Humanist Institute and holds a Doctor of Ministry in Interfaith Pastoral Counseling as well as a J.D. degree. Richard is a long-time member of the Ethical Culture Society of Westchester and served as president of the American Ethical Union\, the national federation of Ethical Societies\, from 2012 to 2015.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/coming-to-terms-with-critical-times-with-leader-dr-richard-koral/
LOCATION:Room 507\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, 10023\, United States
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SUMMARY:AIDS Walk New York with Young Ethical Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Taking part in the annual AIDS Walk New York is an Ethical NYC tradition led by our Young Ethical Explorers. Please consider supporting our 2025 team by donating\, sharing\, and joining us on the walk on Sunday\, May 18! \nHere’s how you can support our team: \n\nSponsor Our Team by Giving: Click here to donate to our team at the AIDS Walk New York website. Please give what you’re comfortable with–the amount is not nearly as important as your joining us to support such an important cause. Our goal is $500!\n\n\nBecome a Team Member and Share With Your Friends: At the AIDS Walk New York website\, click “Join Our Team\,” choose the option you’re comfortable with\, then share our team page on social media and ask your friends to pitch in and join.\n\n\nWalk the Walk With Us: All are welcome to join our day in Central Park! To join\, please contact Youth Programs Director Audrey Kindred at youngethicalexplorers@gmail.com.\n\nThank you for your support\, and we hope to see you in Central Park!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/aids-walk-2025/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Young Ethical Explorers,Youth and Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T121500
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SUMMARY:'Road to 150' Sesquicentennial Celebration Kickoff and Founder's Day Address with Leader Richard Koral
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online! \nLeader Dr. Richard Koral will present an annual Founder’s Day address\, and kick off our 150th Anniversary Year of events and celebration! \nA special community lunch follows featuring salmon\, vegetable\, and satay platters\, and a 150th kickoff cake. FREE to all attendees! \nJoin Online\nClick here to register and join on Zoom \nMonthly Collection\nYoung Ethical Explorers AIDS Walk NYC Team \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-12-8/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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SUMMARY:Sacred Sites Open House: Tour Our Historic Meeting House
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the New York Landmarks Conservency’s Sacred Sites Tour\, we’re exited to invite our neighbors to come explore our historic meeting house at the corner of Central Park West and W 64th St. \nSunday\, May 18\n12:00pm-4:00pm \nFor questions ahead of time\, please contact us here. We hope to see you this weekend!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/sacred-sites-open-house-tour-our-historic-meeting-house/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T151500
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SUMMARY:Mindful Mondays with Dr. Frank Corigliano: Exploring Psychology\, Science\, and Ethics
DESCRIPTION:Join Society Member and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Frank J. Corigliano on the first and third Monday of every month for a 45-minute online session exploring participant-driven topics in psychology and science from an ethical perspective. This program is open to everyone\, and we welcome you to join us for a thought-provoking discussion! \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 838 1778 1084 | Passcode 675527 \n(Photo by Edward Jenner)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/mindful-mondays-with-dr-frank-corigliano-exploring-psychology-science-and-ethics-5/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mindful Mondays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T174500
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind led by Society member Larry Hurst. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. \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 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation-4/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
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SUMMARY:Upper West Side Action Group: Teresa Ghilarducci on Social Security / 'Rebuilding Democracy' Strategy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join neighborhood activists at Upper West Side Action Group’s monthly meeting with guest speaker\, Prof of Economics Teresa Ghilarducci\, talk on Social Security\, how it works\, the Trump/Musk attack and how it can be not only defended\, but strengthened. We’ll also talk about SwingLeft’s “Rebuilding Democracy” strategy the current political situation\, our upcoming actions\, how you can get engaged and lastly we break into discussion groups. There is light refreshments. Because we meet at the Ethical Culture Society we are asking for a voluntary contribution of $2 per person\, free if you cannot afford it. \nRSVP (Required)\nClick here to RSVP \nAbout Upper West Side Action Group\nUpper West Side Action Group: MoveOn/Indivisible/Swing Left was the first SwingLeft group on the Upper West Side formed in January 2017 a week before the first Women’s March. We’re a congenial group with activists from all over NYC working to turn targeted red states/districts blue through door knocking/canvassing\, voter registration\, postcards/letters\, phoning and fundraising. While we are very focused on making our actions effective\, we arrange them to also be enjoyable. Help turn the tide and make friends along the way. Check out “About your Group” for details on what we’ll be doing and what we’ve done. The photo gallery below captures just some of our events.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/upper-west-side-action-group-with-teresa-ghilarducci-social-security-and-rebuilding-democracy-strategy/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T210000
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SUMMARY:Humanist Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Every first and fourth Fridays stop by gathering of NYC’s Humanist\, atheist\, agnostic\, and secularist groups for 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\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-12/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Elliott Library (507)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanist Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T121500
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Pamela Stewart-Martinez of WE ACT for Environmental Justice
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online! \nPamela will speak about WE ACT’s mission and her work in the organization. She’ll cover their focus areas\, organizing\, base building\, outreach\, leadership\, civic engagement\, and the electoral process and upcoming GOTV efforts. \nCommunity lunch follows\, free for first-time guests! \nJoin Online\nRSVP to join on Zoom here \nAbout Pamela Stewart-Martinez\nPamela Stewart-Martinez (she/her) is WE ACT for Environmental Justice’s Director of Civic Engagement & Organizing. She is based in the New York office and is helping to build and wage our voter and civic engagement campaigns as well as organizing and growing our membership. Prior to joining WE ACT\, Pamela was elected to the office of Female District Leader for New York State’s 87th Assembly District\, responsible for electing the Chair of the county party\, appointing election workers at local poll sites\, helping to select the nominees for vacant Civil Court judgeships\, and assisting in organizing political activities in her districts. She has worked on municipal and state political campaigns and also served as President of the Bronx High School Federation\, Co-President of the Citywide Council on Special Education\, 2nd Vice President of CPAC\, and a Parent Teacher Association President at a local public school. Pamela lives in New York City with her husband Victor and their seven children. In her spare time\, she enjoys listening to music\, playing board games\, and participating in arts and crafts with her children. \nMonthly Collection\nYoung Ethical Explorers AIDS Walk NYC Team \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-pamela-stewart-martinez-2025-may/
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:20250525T110000
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SUMMARY:Young Ethical Explorers: Self-Empowerment\, Self-Advocacy\, and Conflict Resolution with Gabriella Belfiglio: ‘Standing Up For Our Values’
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are always welcome! \nEvery other week we’re joined by Gabriella Belfiglio\, a long-time anti-bullying and self-defense teacher (and award-winning poet!) who will lead children in becoming empowered to express themselves and resolve conflicts with confidence and compassion–to become ‘upstanders’ not merely bystanders. \nChildren will learn how to stand up for themselves and others\, and gain resilience through skill-focused exercises and explorations led by Gabriella. This will be joyful and fun\, but will empower children with essential tools to face difficult moments\, hurt feelings\, and challenging peer pressures at school\, on the playground\, and beyond. \nFREE! Recommended for Ages 7-13 \nTo RSVP\, or for any questions\, please email Youth and Family Programs Coordinator Audrey Kindred at akindred@nysec.org. \nAbout Young Ethical Explorers\nYoung Ethical Explorers is the New York Society for Ethical Culture’s Humanist Sunday school for ages 3-11. Sessions raise issues of personal identity and integrity\, appreciation and respect for others\, and knowledge of religions\, philosophies\, and social concerns. Topics are explored in an age-appropriate way through discussion\, storytelling\, dramatization\, music\, art\, games\, and field trips. \nRSVP is essential to guarantee your place and for planning purposes. If you are enrolled for the season or are members of Ethical NYC your spot is guaranteed. To RSVP as a guest\, become a member\, or enroll in season\, please contact Audrey at ethicalfamilies@nysec.org. Newcomers and visitors are always welcome!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/young-ethical-explorers-13-7/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Ethical Explorers,Youth and Families
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day - Society Closed
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URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/memorial-day-society-closed/
LOCATION:NY
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Recommended Readings Available - Say Yes to Science with Dr. Carol Portlock
DESCRIPTION:Notice: This week’s session is cancelled\, but please feel free to explore the recommended readings below! \n*** \nEvery 2nd and 4th Monday retired oncologist and Society Member Dr. Carol Portlock reviews new and intriguing science in multiple fields\, including those relevant to COVID and beyond. Free 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\nGene editing dramatically demonstrated with ? Curative benefit\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/15/health/gene-editing-personalized-rare-disorders.html \nVaping: Respiratory illnesses recognized\nhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/what-does-vaping-do-to-your-lungs \nAbility to transplant the urinary bladder\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/18/health/bladder-transplant-human.html \nSky rivers and their impact on weather below\nhttps://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250516-the-pilots-chasing-sky-rivers-and-cyclones-from-japan-to-the-us \nPlastics (phthalates) and risks of cardiovascular disease\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/29/well/phthalates-heart-disease.html \nGenetic and physiologic adaptation to diving among a female island population\nhttps://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/05/15/nx-s1-5381139/korean-haenyeo-female-free-divers-genes-adaptations-jeju \nHow did a tree survive Hiroshima?\nhttps://www.npr.org/2025/05/19/nx-s1-5383306/bonsai-survived-hiroshima-bombing-anniversary
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/say-yes-to-science-with-dr-carol-portlock-online-12-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Say Yes to Science
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind led by Society member Larry Hurst. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. \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 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation-4/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T121500
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Carey Russell: 'A Citizen's Guide to the Natural History of NYC Pt. 1: Living in a Watershed'
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online. Join us for the first session in a new series with naturalist and photographer Carey Russell of The Dendro Lab! \nWhat is a watershed and what does it mean to live within one? Within which watershed do New Yorkers make their home? How far does it reach and what are its particular characteristics and challenges? We will answer these questions and many more\, while exploring different ways of seeing and relating to our regional geography and how applying this awareness can make us all better citizens. \nCommunity lunch follows\, free for first-time guests! \nJoin Online\nClick here to RSVP and Join on Zoom \nAbout Carey Russell\nCarey is a naturalist\, photographer\, and filmmaker. He founded The Dendro Lab\, a platform to foster a broader public awareness of trees and forest ecology. As a photographer he is the author of The New Arcadians: Photographs from Scout Camp. As a filmmaker\, he has worked with director\, Terrence Malick\, as an associate producer and editor of The New World; assisted cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki on The Tree of Life; and directed and photographed the 10-part documentary series Tibetan Stories. Carey holds a master’s degree in forestry and is a member of the International Dendrology Society. He’s a certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association for Interpretation and a certified Master Naturalist in New York state where he is also a licensed trail guide. He lives in New York City where he can often be found botanizing in Central Park and leading tree walks to pass this literacy onto others. \nMonthly Collection\nTBA \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-12-9/
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:20250601T123000
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SUMMARY:Young Ethical Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are always welcome! \n10:30am: Peace-play on the rooftop playground (weather permitting)\n11:00am: This week’s activity\n12:30pm: Community Lunch\n1:30-2:30pm: Peace-play on the rooftop playground (weather permitting) \nHow to Join\nTo join\, please RSVP to Youth Programs Director Audrey Kindred at ethicalfamilies@nysec.org. \nAbout Young Ethical Explorers\nYoung Ethical Explorers is the New York Society for Ethical Culture’s Humanist Sunday school for ages 3-11. Sessions raise issues of personal identity and integrity\, appreciation and respect for others\, and knowledge of religions\, philosophies\, and social concerns. Topics are explored in an age-appropriate way through discussion\, storytelling\, dramatization\, music\, art\, games\, and field trips. \nRSVP is essential to guarantee your place and for planning purposes. If you are enrolled for the season or are members of Ethical NYC your spot is guaranteed. To RSVP as a guest\, become a member\, or enroll in season\, please contact Audrey at ethicalfamilies@nysec.org. Newcomers and visitors are always welcome!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/young-ethical-explorers-13/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Ethical Explorers,Youth and Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
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SUMMARY:Ethical Music Friends Year End Recital
DESCRIPTION:Ava\, Isabella\, Nathaniel\, Rohan\, Samuel\, Sheq and Soorya would love to see you and play for you at their recital. You’ll be amazed and delighted to hear these young violinists\, and one cellist\, as they share their gift of music. Each student will play a specially and carefully prepared piece for everyone to enjoy! \nDessert Reception to immediately follow the recital\nNo RSVP required \n(Photo by Ylanite Koppens)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/ethical-music-friends-year-end-recital/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250602T151500
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T045348Z
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SUMMARY:Mindful Mondays with Dr. Frank Corigliano: Exploring Psychology\, Science\, and Ethics (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join Society Member and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Frank J. Corigliano on the first and third Monday of every month for a 45-minute online session exploring participant-driven topics in psychology and science from an ethical perspective. This program is open to everyone\, and we welcome you to join us for a thought-provoking discussion! \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 838 1778 1084 | Passcode 675527 \n(Photo by Edward Jenner)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/mindful-mondays-with-dr-frank-corigliano-exploring-psychology-science-and-ethics-4/2025-06-02/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mindful Mondays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
CREATED:20250106T172257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T192405Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Circle with Elinore Kaplan (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Monthly Online Poetry Circle \nLove poetry? Bring a favorite poem (or two) to share with fellow poetry lovers—no expertise required! \nEach month\, we gather online to read poems aloud\, listen attentively\, and explore what moves us—a single word\, a striking image\, or the overall feeling of the piece. You’re welcome to share a few sentences about the poet\, too. \nWant to share a poem?Please send it to Elinore at ethicaloutlook@gmail.com by the evening of the previous Sunday. She’ll share it on-screen so we can read it together during the session. \nNot sure if it’s for you? You’re welcome to join as an observer to see what it’s like. \n“Poetry is a deal of joy and pain and wonder\, \nwith a dash of the dictionary.”\n–Khalil Gibran \nJoin Online\nClick to join at start | Zoom ID 838 1778 1084 | Passcode 675527 \n(Photo by Suzy Hazelwood)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/poetry-circle-online-9/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Poetry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T174500
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SUMMARY:Midweek Meditation (Online)
DESCRIPTION:A midweek meditation for relaxing body and mind led by Society member Larry Hurst. Begins promptly at 5:00pm. \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 \n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation-4/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
CREATED:20250311T004108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T162031Z
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SUMMARY:Great Literature Discussions: Brooklyn Crime Novel by Jonathan Lethem
DESCRIPTION:Join our 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 Wednesdays. \nTo join the discussion\, please email Gunther.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/great-literature-discussions-online-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Great Literature Discussions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T180000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
CREATED:20250102T145155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T154721Z
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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. Every first and third Thursday of the month we 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 827 6339 5135 | Passcode 373623
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/storytelling-circle-3/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Storytelling Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
CREATED:20250102T151118Z
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SUMMARY:Humanist Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Every first and fourth Fridays stop by gathering of NYC’s Humanist\, atheist\, agnostic\, and secularist groups for 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\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-11/2025-06-06/
LOCATION:Elliott Library (507)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanist Happy Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T210000
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SUMMARY:Jazz Cafe Open Mic Night with The Stu Waters Trio
DESCRIPTION:Step into the spotlight at one of NYC’s most iconic spaces for music\, creativity\, and community. This open mic night features The Stu Waters Trio\, a dynamic group of professional musicians who can play just about every tune under the sun. From classic standards to modern hits\, they’ve got the skill and versatility to bring your performance to life. \nWhether you sing\, play\, or just want to listen\, you’re invited to be part of an evening where anything can happen—backed by a truly world-class trio! \nSign-ups begin at 7:00. Show starts at 7:30. \nTickets\n$10 Members • $15 Public • $20 Door \nClick here to purchase tickets on Eventbrite \n— \n(Image by sophiacorso from Pixabay)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/jazz-cafe-open-mic-night-with-the-stu-waters-trio/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260711T074250
CREATED:20250527T154802Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics and the Theater Presents: Slowgirl
DESCRIPTION:Our long-running staged reading and talkback series continues with Greg Pierce’s Slowgirl. \nJoin us for a reception 30 minutes before showtime\, and for a post-reading talkback with the cast and director exploring the ethical questions raised by the play. \nJoin us for an encore on Sunday\, June 8 at 3:00pm! \nAbout Slowgirl\nSLOWGIRL is the story of a teenager who flees to her reclusive uncle’s retreat in the Costa Rican jungle to escape the aftermath of a horrific accident. The week they spend together forces them both to confront who they are as well as what it is they are running from. \nStarring Jane Minus and Stephen Girasuolo \nDirected by Kimberly Braun \nProduced by Patricia Bruder Debrovner \nRSVP\nSuggested Donation: $10 Members / $15 Public \nClick Here to RSVP
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/ethics-and-the-theater-presents-slowgirl/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T121500
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Christiana Zenner
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online! \nDetails TBA \nCommunity lunch follows\, free for first-time guests! \nJoin Online\nZoom RSVP Link TBA \nAbout Christiana Zenner\nChristiana Zenner\, Ph.D. is Associate Professor of Theology\, Science and Ethics in the Department of Theology at Fordham University\, where she is affiliated faculty in Environmental Studies and American Studies. Her research into emerging and established fresh water ethics as well as Anthropocene conceptualizations intersects with ecological theory\, religious ecologies\, developments in the earth sciences\, and the ecological turn in Catholic social teaching. In all of her work\, she strives to grapple with the deep patterns—both conceptual and institutional—that shape perception of cultural-religious moralities and frames of ecological-ethical perception; to demonstrate rigorous and responsible multidisciplinary approaches to contemporary eco-social realities\, especially those pertaining to fresh water justice and climate change; and to articulate constructive\, anti-colonial\, intersectional feminist ways forward. \nMonthly Collection\nTBA \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-christiana-zenner/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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