GPTS & Ethical Culture: Five Takes on Death — Art, Ideas & Conversation

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Join us on Sunday, November 9th (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) at the Philadelphia Ethical Society (1906 South Rittenhouse Square) for a morning of reflection, creativity, and philosophical conversation. This is a joint event hosted by the Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society, Philadelphia Philosophy Meetup, and the Philly Stoa.

The Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society (GPTS) and Ethical Culture invite you to a special Day of the Dead gathering that blends art, philosophy, and community reflection. In the spirit of this meaningful tradition, we’ll explore how remembering those who came before us deepens our understanding of life, purpose, and connection. GPTS brings together thoughtful individuals for stimulating weekend conversations in small, welcoming groups, fostering open dialogue across philosophy, ethics, science, culture, and human experience. Ethical Culture treats life as an ongoing moral practice rooted in wisdom, virtue, and compassion. Together, these communities offer a reflective space to honor impermanence, celebrate shared humanity, and discover beauty in transience and purpose in participation.

Featured participants include Cesar Viveros & Ñuuxakun Folklórico Mexicano, who will bring vibrant cultural expression to our shared meditation on remembrance, along with Paige Niezelski, Joe Bullock, and other special guests offering artistic and philosophical reflections on what it means to live well in the face of impermanence.

After the main platform concludes at 12:30 PM, participants are invited to join breakout sessions for deeper dialogue and connection. These smaller circles will offer time to reflect, share personal insights, and continue exploring the morning’s themes together.

Come with an open mind, stay for conversation and community, and leave with a renewed sense of what it means to live fully.

Event Details
Sunday, November 9th
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (followed by breakout sessions)
Philadelphia Ethical Society — 1906 South Rittenhouse Square
phillyethics.org(http://phillyethics.org)

Sponsored by:
Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society(https://www.meetup.com/thinkingsociety/) • Philadelphia Ethical Society(https://www.meetup.com/phillyethics/) • Philly Stoa(https://philadelphiastoa.org/) / Meetup(https://www.meetup.com/philadelphia-stoa/) • Philadelphia Philosophy Meetup(https://www.meetup.com/philadelphia-philosophy-meetup/)

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Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, US

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