Film Forum
Friday, December 1
7:00 - 9:00 PM (doors open at 6:30)
Room 507
Witness for the Prosecution (1957), directed by Billy Wilder. A London courtroom drama becomes increasingly engrossing as a convalescent Queen's Counselor takes on a murder defense and is enmeshed in a web of suspense and trickery.
The film contains smart dialogue, a handful of surprises, and a celebrated performance. Marlene Dietrich is peerless as the wife of Tyrone Power, the alleged killer, and Charles Laughton is at his best as the defense attorney.
Admission is $3 for members and $4 for nonmembers. Popcorn and beverages are included. Money raised will go to the DNA Fund.
Sunday Meeting, December 3
Early Sunday Morning - 10:00 a.m. - Room 408
Everyday Ethics - Andra Miller presides.
Sunday School - Ethics for Children - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Rooms 507 & 508
Generosity and Celebrations
Sunday Meeting - 11:15 a.m. - Concert Hall
"The Companion Paths of Ethical Humanism and Buddhism"
Anne Klaeysen, Leader, Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island
Bonnie Bean Presides
Afternoon Activities - 1:30 p.m. - Room 514
Meditation with Anne Klaeysen - an ancient practice that focuses our minds. The meditation will be based on the inspiring images expressed by Dr. Felix Adler–-using quotations from his work to explore aspects of our humanism, to release our thoughts and engage our feelings, and to move with our breath throughout our bodies.
Men's Group
Wednesday, December 6
6:00 PM - Room 508
Building Rewarding Relationships
Wednesday, December 6
7:00 - 8:30 PM
Ceremonial Hall - 4th Floor
The Adult Education Committee will present the first of a three-session workshop, which Patricia Bruder Debrovner will lead, that will offer participants the opportunity to gain the understanding and practical skills that will help them in their efforts to build such rewarding relationships.
Each class will include group discussions as well as hands-on exercises to give participants experience in the communication skills being discussed.
The other two classes will be held on Wednesdays, January 3 and 24.
Admission is $25 for the series or $10 per session for members and $40 for the series or $15 per session for nonmembers. There is no charge for members who have purchased discount passes.
Great Books
Wednesday, December 6
7:30 - 9:00 PM
Room 507
Bible, The Gospel of Mark and Thucydides, History of the Peloponnesian War. List for the season
The Mystery of Love
Thursday, December 7
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Ceremonial Hall – 4th Floor
A two-hour PBS documentary that puts love on the public agenda. Join us for a 45-minute screening of excerpts from the PBS special, followed by a discussion with the filmmaker and participants.
- Joan Konner, Executive Producer, Writer, Professor and Dean Emerita of the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.
- Alvin Perlmutter, Executive Director
- Harriet Rubin, Editor and Author of "Dante in Love"
Admission free. RSVP to 212-874-5210, ext. 113.
Unforgotten Voices Creative Workshop
Friday, December 9
8:00 - 11:00 PM
Social Hall - lower level
NYSEC, the Social Service Board, and Unforgotten Voices, invited you to a very special evening of sharing creative work by visual and performing artists who are or have been homeless, or are otherwise living on the edge.
Please join us for a wonderful and inspiring evening. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served.
New York City Impeachment Forum
Saturday, December 9
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Concert Hall
Featuring:
- Elizabeth Holtzman, former Congress Member
- Cindy Sheehan, co-founder of Gold Star Families for Peace
- Bob Fertik; co-founder of Democrats.com, ImpeachPAC.org and ImpreachForChange.org.
This is part of a national weekend of Town Hall Meetings on Impeachment sponsored by Democrats.com, Progressive Democrats of America, and their allies in ImpeachForChange.org.
It follows our successful ImpeachForChange kickoff event on Veterans Day in Philadelphia with former Rep. Liz Holtzman and Cindy Sheehan.
Sponsored by Democrats.com. Admission: $10. Details and tickets at impeachbush.meetup.com.
Sunday Meeting, December 10
Early Sunday Morning - 10:00 a.m. - Room 408
Colloquy - A meditative hour exploring thoughts about a presented subject.
Sunday School - Ethics for Children - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Rooms 507 & 508
Generosity and Celebrations
Sunday Meeting - 11:15 a.m. - Concert Hall
"Letting Go"
Tony Hileman, Senior Leader
Carol Nadell Presides
Afternoon Activities - 1:30 p.m. - Ceremonial Hall - 4th Floor
Film, "Iraq for Sale" and discussion. Muriel Berger presides.
Women's Group
Tuesday, December 12
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Room 507
WNYC New York Public Radio
Tuesday, December 12
6:30 – 8:00 PM
Concert Hall
Amy Sedaris in conversation with Leonard Lopate on her new book, I like You: Hospitality under the Influence. Reservations are required. Please RSVP to authorseries@wnyc.org or by phone to 212-669-3531.
ECRDG: Ethical Culture Reading Discussion Group
Wednesday, December 13
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Room 507
Ann Patchett, Magician's Assistant.
List for the season
Ethics and the Theater
Wednesday, December 13
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Room 514
Garson Kanin’s Born Yesterday - In this great classic comedy, we wonder whether Billie Dawn, the glamour girl mistress of corrupt businessman Harry Brock, will continue to allow Brock’s abuse of her and the democratic system, or will, through education and a new relationship, learn to stand up to him and develop her own integrity.
Cast: Maria Demarse, James de Lorenzo, Scott Willett, John Gurney, John Lovelady, Bernice Cornyetz, and Bob Berger. Elaine Berman directs and Marc Bernstein will moderate and lead the discussion following the reading.
