The Ethical Culture Society is committed to the ideal of lifelong education. We aim to talk, play and learn from each other.
We provide a wide variety of programs that address all manner of subjects related directly or indirectly to the practice of ethical behavior. It fosters practical approaches to affirming life, increasing knowledge, and improving the quality of human relationships.
To register, or for more information, call 201-836-5187, email admin@ethicalfocus.org
Ongoing programs:
Being White and Its Hidden Assumptions
Meets periodically for thoughtful discussion,engaging activities and video clips to raise awareness about this important topic.
Conversemos (Let’s Talk)
An opportunity for people with at least a basic knowledge of Spanish to immerse themselves in Spanish language and culture; it meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm.
Do Tell! Story Night
Stories are at the core of human interaction . It’s in a story that we reveal ourselves; we give a gift, and have it received; and discover what makes us unique and alike. “Do Tell!” is a place for stories of all kinds.
This “MOTH-like” evening will generally include some small-group interactive storytelling games; some free-form, raise-your-hand storytelling on a common theme; and one or more longer-form personal stories developed for presentation. (Spectators are always welcome, and participation in any activity is at choice). 7:30 – 9:30 pm on the second Friday of the month.
Do Tell! Story Workshops: In preparation for the evenings are workshops for people to develop personal stories- 15 minutes or so- about real events that shaped their lives in meaningful ways, led by Bob Gordon, based on his MOTH development training. Bring an idea for your story and prepare it for possible presentation at an upcoming Do Tell! Story Night.
Job Club
A group to help anyone who is currently seeking to explore new career opportunities, facilitated by Anne Wallman, certified Career Development Facilitator. Meets on Sunday evenings at 5 pm.
Senior Conversation
Each of us needs help and/or companionship now and again, and many of us find satisfaction in helping others. If you are a senior or boomer, please join us in developing a vital, caring community. For members only.
Socrates Cafe
While Socrates Cafe discussions begin with a question that hooks the majority of the group attending, the journey and goal are not to find the answer. So what is the process and how can it be the whetstone for sharpening our inquiring minds?” Meets on the last Monday of the month at 7 pm.
Theater Club
Enjoy local theater performances. Sign up to receive a regular email announcement of a local production, and then join with other for an afternoon or evening performance, and perhaps lunch or dinner as well. Facilitators Karen Buzzard and Linda Bennett are members of the Ethical Culture Society who enjoy local theater performances.
And for food and conversation:
Men’s Monthly Luncheon Group : Luncheon and conversation on the last Friday of the month at noon.
Women’s Monthly Luncheon Group : Invites members who would enjoy the sociability of time together” for lunch on the last Friday of the month at moderately priced restaurants.
Men’s Dinner Group :
Dinner and conversation, meets monthly.
Women’s Dinner Group :
Dinner and conversation, meets monthly.
Join us: Unless otherwise noted, programs are open to the public, and meet on weeknights at our meeting house, or after our Sunday Platfor m. Refreshments are served. There is often a modest suggested donation.
