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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform: A Conversation with Alvin Bragg
DESCRIPTION:Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg sits down with Society Leader Dr. Richard Koral to discuss his experiences serving as DA and the ethical considerations and complexities of the role. \nTicketed catered lunch follows ($10 Members\, $15 Non-Members) \nRSVP to Join In-Person\nClick Here to RSVP on Eventbrite \nRSVP to Join Online\nClick Here to RSVP on Zoom \nAbout Alvin Bragg\nAlvin L. Bragg\, Jr. is the 37th District Attorney elected in Manhattan. A son of Harlem who has served as both a state and federal prosecutor\, Alvin has spent more than two decades fighting for safer communities and a fairer criminal justice system. \nAlvin restructured the Manhattan DA’s Office to focus more resources on prosecuting serious violent crimes\, meeting the needs of survivors\, reducing recidivism by addressing underlying causes of criminal behavior\, protecting everyday New Yorkers from abuses by the powerful\, and vacating wrongful convictions. Alvin also directly oversees the Police Accountability Unit. \nPrior to his election as DA\, Alvin served as an Assistant Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General at the New York State Attorney General’s Office and as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. In these roles\, Alvin handled a wide array of criminal cases\, including armed robbery\, assault\, gun possession\, witness tampering\, narcotics and gun trafficking\, wage and hour violations\, public corruption\, money laundering\, and antitrust violations. \nAlvin earned his A.B. from Harvard University\, a J.D. from Harvard Law School\, clerked for Hon. Robert P. Patterson\, Jr. in the Southern District of New York. \nMonthly Collection\nBraver Angels \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-alvin-bragg/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Platform
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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-13/2025-03-23/
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:Fortune Society Fundraiser - Theater: David Rothenberg’s THE CASTLE
DESCRIPTION:All ticket sales benefit The Fortune Society! \nJoin us for a special performance of David Rothenberg’s play The Castle featuring a cast of four formerly incarcerated New Yorkers–with 70 years behind bars between them–telling their stories of adversity\, incarceration\, freedom\, and redemption. It’s a breathtaking drama you will never forget. \nConceived and directed by David Rothenberg \nWritten in collaboration with and performed by: \nVilma Ortiz Donovan • Philip Hall • Ervin Hunt • Casimiro Torres \nDavid is a longtime friend of the Society\, having participated in The Encampment for Citizenship in his youth. The Encampment\, which brings together students “to develop critical thinking skills\, activism skills\, leadership qualities and the courage to work for social justice\,” was founded by Society Leader Dr. Algernon D. Black and civic leader Alice K. Pollitzer in 1946. \nAcclaim for THE CASTLE\n“Staggering…The theatre is a fitting place for these tales about broken lives…this effective production proves that there is hope for redemption.” -Diane Snyder\, TimeOut \n“This show has a soul-tearing bite to it…the four performers are profoundly eloquent and their unpretentious self exposure demands attention.” – Sam Theilman\, Variety \n“A simple\, fascinating production…It gives voice to a growing segment of the public\, urging that we reconsider how we treat former offenders. You have never seen four people more proud to declare their status as taxpayers.” -Andy Webster\, The New York Times \n“Gripping theater\, true and compelling…Brings the audience to tears.” -Ida Siegal\, NBC \n“Four formerly incarcerated individuals recount their lives before\, inside\, and after prison with raw honesty and occasional tears. You leave not only moved by the stories and the courage it takes to tell them\, but also the power of art to help the people who make it heal.” -Lucille Scott\, NYTheatre.com \n“A unique theatrical event…a searing first look at the lives of formerly incarcerated New Yorkers.” -Linda Lenzi\, BroadwayWorld.com \nTickets\n$25 – Click here to purchase tickets on Eventbrite
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/theater-david-rothenbergs-the-castle-2/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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SUMMARY:Say Yes to Science with Dr. Carol Portlock (Online)
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. \nSuggested readings\nNew treatment for some high blood pressure patients (aldosteronism)\nhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/mar/09/new-treatment-could-cure-high-blood-pressure-due-to-primary-aldosteronism \nA new method of gene editing\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/10/health/gene-editing-beam-mutation-dna.html \nThe damanging effects of noise\nhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crmjdm2m4yjo \nOils: Pros and Cons in 2025\nhttps://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-olive-oil\nhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/are-seed-oils-toxic-the-answer-is-complicated-according-to-research\nhttps://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/03/14/nx-s1-5326555/rfk-beef-tallow-fries-seed-oils\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/20/well/eat/beef-tallow-oil-health.html \nHurricanes and cruise ships affect large amounts of sediments\nhttps://www.bbc.com/news/videos/ce8v6lzrn73o\nhttps://www.npr.org/2025/03/05/nx-s1-5294512/key-west-cruise-ships-sediment-testing \nCharacteristics of the oldest old\nhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/mar/13/supercentenarian-aging-genes-study \nDNA analysis of the supercentenarian\nhttps://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2025.02.24.639740v1.full.pdf \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-12-4/
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-4/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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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-12/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Elliott Library (507)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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SUMMARY:NYC Student Mayoral Town Hall with TREEage
DESCRIPTION:New York City is at a turning point. The next mayor will decide the future of our transit system\, schools\, housing\, and how we respond to the climate crisis. Before the primary election in June\, we have a critical chance to make our voices heard. \nOn March 29\, join hundreds of NYC students at the Student Mayoral Town Hall to demand real answers from the candidates who want to lead our city. This is our chance to shape the future of NYC before we head to the ballot box. \nAfter the town hall\, TREEage members will vote on which candidate we endorse for Mayor. Your voice matters in shaping the future of our city. \nCandidates confirmed (in alphabetical order): Michael Blake\, Brad Lander\, Zohran Mamdani\, Zellnor Myrie\, Jessica Ramos\, Whitney Tilson \nEvent sponsors: Churches United for Fair Housing (CUFFH)\, Professional Staff Congress (PSC-CUNY)\, the New York Society for Ethical Culture\, TREEage \nRSVP\nClick here to RSVP
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/nyc-student-mayoral-town-hall/
LOCATION:Adler Hall\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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