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SUMMARY:Member Retreat at Stony Point
DESCRIPTION:Details TBA!
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/member-retreat-at-stony-point-3/
LOCATION:Stony Point Retreat Center\, 17 Cricketown Rd\, Stony Point\, 10980\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only
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SUMMARY:Sunday Platform with Jean Rohe: Singing Together Toward a More Perfect Union
DESCRIPTION:Free in-person and online! \nAward-winning songwriter and performer Jean Rohe tells the story of her song “National Anthem: Arise! Arise!” —its origins and the journeys it has taken since she penned it in 2010. Performed many hundreds of times by fellow artists\, choirs\, and music-makers around the campfire\, the song’s roots reach deep into the fertile soil of movement music that came before her\, and the tradition of group singing that has fortified so many who have struggled for justice in dark times.  \nCommunity lunch follows\, free for first-time guests and families participating in the Young Ethical Explorers Program. \nJoin Online\n>>> RSVP on Zoom\nAbout Jean Rohe\nJean Rohe writes one-of-a-kind narrative songs\, concerned as much with the interior lives of her narrators as with the wider world around them. Her incisive\, literary style is the product of years of experimentation and practice\, learning on her feet as a side-person and bandleader in New York’s wide-ranging music communities. Born into a family of living room music-makers\, storytellers\, and raconteurs\, Jean’s approach to her craft assumes that music is a community act\, woven into the social life of family and friends. She has won over folkies\, jazz heads\, theater geeks\, bookworms\, and would-be noise complainants to her singular take on the human condition. No Depression says\, “Not only does she make astoundingly beautiful music but she is thoughtful\, reflective\, and courageous.” Visit her website\, jeanrohe.com\, and follow her on Instagram @jeanrohe \nMonthly Collection\nThe New York Society for Ethical Culture’s Annual Thanksgiving Giveaway \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-jean-rohe/
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\nLed by Audrey Kindred and Simba Yangala\, Young 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-13/2026-10-18/
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: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-5/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Mindful Mondays
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SUMMARY:Lunch with the League of Women Voters: What's on the Ballot?
DESCRIPTION:Curious about what you’ll be voting on in NYC this November? Join us for Lunch with the League on October 20\, 2026\, as K’gnausa Yodkerepauprai and Ama Acquah of the NYC Campaign Finance Board break down “What’s on the Ballot?”.  They’ll cover the offices up for election at the Federal\, State and local levels\, and then review five NYC ballot proposals.  K’gnausa Yodkerepauprai is an Intergovernmental Affairs Analyst and Ama Acquah is a training specialist with the NYC Campaign Finance Board. \nAnd then prepare for a lively discussion to follow: \n\n\nCould faster government approvals come at the cost of public input or oversight? \n\n\nWill streamlining housing\, street-safety\, and contracting projects speed up the process AND improve the outcomes? \n\n\nShould NYC set aside 12% of tax revenue for a rainy-day reserve\, even when the city faces urgent spending needs? Is 12% enough? \n\n\n>>> Register Here
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/lunch-with-the-league-of-women-voters-whats-on-the-ballot-2/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:League of Women Voters
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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. \nTo join\, please email meditation@nysec.org.\n(Photo by Nicollazzi Xiong)
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/midweek-meditation-4/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Midweek Meditation
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SUMMARY:The New York Philosophy Club
DESCRIPTION:​We discuss the night’s topic in three half-hour sessions\, speaking with new groups each time. \n​Most guests stay much longer afterwards to continue their most fulfilling conversations. \n​No previous experience required. We aim to bring together the broadest range of people and perspectives. \n>>> RSVP Here\n​nyphilosophy.org | @philosophy.nyc
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/new-york-philosophy-club-2-2/
LOCATION:Ceremonial Hall (4th Floor)\, 2 W 64th St\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000
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SUMMARY:Democracy at the Crossroads: What’s at Stake in the 2026 Midterms with Tim Wise (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture \nAs the nation barrels toward the pivotal 2026 midterm elections\, the stakes for democratic institutions\, civil rights\, and social equity have never been higher. Join acclaimed author\, activist\, and political commentator Tim Wise for an unvarnished examination of the cultural currents and political battles defining this election cycle. Drawing on three decades of frontline anti-racism organizing and sharp media analysis\, Tim Wise will unpack how voter disenfranchisement and ideological backlash are shaping the road to the ballot. A huge voter turnout\, a tsunami of the thinking population\, can change the current political direction. Come with us\, move past the daily cycle of horse-race polling. Join with us to energize your participation with those of your neighbors\, friends and family. People who respect the Constitution must protect this democracy. Organize effectively to bring out the vote! Support resilient communities to ensure the Big Beautiful Change on November 3rd. \nTim Wise is a leading voice on culture\, politics\, and power with three decades of experience advocating for racial justice. A prolific speaker and author of nine books—including the acclaimed memoir White Like Me—he has spoken at over 1\,700 college campuses and trained professionals across corporate\, civic\, and educational sectors. Wise is a frequent commentator on CNN and MSNBC and currently serves as a Senior Fellow at the African American Policy Forum. Through his speaking and writing\, he blends historical insight with concrete strategies to help organizations navigate polarized climates and drive institutional transformation. \nTo receive the link\, please RSVP below. Links will be sent on the day of the event:\nhttps://forms.gle/ekPo1t2BW2pGFHpY9
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/democracy-at-the-crossroads-whats-at-stake-in-the-2026-midterms-with-tim-wise-online/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Chair Yoga for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to introduce a new weekly wellness program at the Society: Chair Yoga led by experienced instructor Sara Jane. \nTrained in India in 2009\, Sara brings a deep\, compassionate approach to teaching and a gift for meeting students exactly where they are. Her classes are gentle\, accessible\, and tailored to the needs and requests of participants. \nSessions may include: \n\nBalance and stability work\nStress-reduction techniques\nGentle movement to ease physical or emotional discomfort\nPractices that support healthy aging\nDeep relaxation\n\nWhether you’re new to yoga or returning to your practice\, you are welcome! These sessions offer a calm\, welcoming space to reconnect with your body and breath. \nNo equipment is needed—just come as you are\, and feel free to bring a friend! \nPRICING\nMembers: $10/class\nNon-members: $20/class\n4-Session Package: $60\n(Must be used within a two-month period. Sessions do not need to be consecutive.) \n>>RSVP on Eventbrite \nYour Instructor\nSara Jane has been practicing yoga and meditation for more than two decades. Trained in India in 2009\, she brings a deep\, compassionate approach to teaching and a gift for meeting students exactly where they are.
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/chair-yoga-for-everyone/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Adler Study (514)\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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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-12/2026-10-23/
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:20261024T120000
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Ethical Culture Street Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us on W 64th St. between Broadway and Central Park West for our second-annual Ethical Street Fair. \nThis year will once again feature ethical vendors\, social justice-focused community organizations\, global food\, children’s activities\, and special music and dance performances in front of our landmark meeting house. We hope to see you there! \nRAIN OR SHINE! In case of rain\, performances\, vendors\, and partners will be moved into our meeting house! \nPerformance Schedule\n12:30-12:50: Afro-Brazilian drums with Mambembé \n1:00-2:30: ‘Sean The Cellist’ Grissom (at W 64th and Broadway) \n1:30-2:00: Society Artist-in-Residence Jody Sperling & Time Lapse Dance \n2:30-3:00: The Fortune Society’s Fortune Singers \n3:00-3:30 Josh Elson’s “Pop Up” Choir \n4:00-4:30: Jazz with Music on The Inside \nSchedule and performers subject to change. \n‘Green Halloween’ Sustainable Costume Making with Young Ethical Explorers\n \nIt’s an unfortunate fact that Halloween is terrible for the environment: most decorations and costumes are used only once before being thrown away\, and they’re often made of plastics and harmful chemicals that can persist in the environment for centuries. So\, let’s do our part to green Halloween! \nJoin us for our annual Young Ethical Explorers DIY sustainable costume workshop\, where kids of all ages are invited to turn recycled materials of all kinds–cardboard\, fabric\, plastic\, old clothes\, and more–into their own unique costume creations. The Society will provide a trove of donated materials and attendees are also invited to bring your own! \nThis year’s costume-making will be held during our 2nd Annual Ethical Street Fair\, outside on W 64th St. in front of our meeting house. \n>>> RSVP on Eventbrite\nJody Sperling and Time Lapse Dance (Credit: Richard Velasco) \n  \nMambembé \n  \nMusic on The Inside \n  \nSean The Cellist \n  \nThe Fortune Singers \nSnapshots from 2025
URL:https://ethical.nyc/events/ethical-culture-street-fair-2026-new-date/
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SUMMARY:'Green Halloween' Sustainable Costume Making at the Ethical Culture Street Fair
DESCRIPTION:FREE – Art\, snacks\, and Earth-friendly fun — Newcomers are ALWAYS welcome! \nIt’s an unfortunate fact that Halloween is terrible for the environment: most decorations and costumes are used only once before being thrown away\, and they’re often made of plastics and harmful chemicals that can persist in the environment for centuries. So\, let’s do our part to green Halloween! \nJoin us for our annual Young Ethical Explorers DIY sustainable costume workshop\, where kids of all ages are invited to turn recycled materials of all kinds–cardboard\, fabric\, plastic\, old clothes\, and more–into their own unique costume creations. The Society will provide a trove of donated materials and attendees are also invited to bring your own! \nThis year’s costume-making will be held during our 2nd Annual Ethical Street Fair\, outside on W 64th St. in front of our meeting house. \n>>> RSVP on Eventbrite\nAbout Young Ethical Explorers\nLed by Audrey Kindred and Simba Yangala\, Young 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/green-halloween-sustainable-costume-making-at-the-ethical-culture-street-fair/
LOCATION:New York Society for Ethical Culture\, 2 W 64th St.\, New York\, 10023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth and Families
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