What we’re about
The Ethical Culture Society of Bergen County, in Teaneck, NJ, was founded in 1953 as a progressive, ethics-centered community and is part of the Ethical Culture movement which was founded in New York City in 1873 by Felix Adler. Ethical Culture puts ethics, human flourishing, social justice and political action at the center of the search for a meaningful life.
Join this Meetup group and, better yet, come for a visit! All our Meetup group meetings are open to the public and include more than just Meetup members. Members participate in social justice and community building projects. There's also plenty of opportunities for fun and games through our community wide celebrations.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sunday Gathering: Veterans for Peace, and the Combat Paper ProjectEthical Culture Society of Bergen County, Teaneck, NJ
Turning military uniforms into paper can transform grief, too, for veterans and their families.
Today’s speaker, Jan Barry–author, journalist, and veteran–has been honored for his work with the Combat Paper NJ Project. He’ll share his experiences on the front lines of this healing work.
This Gathering is at the meetinghouse and on Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email admin@ethicalfocus.org by noon on Saturday.
- Seeds Before Creeds Stream Ecology StudyPhil Rizzuto Park, Elizabeth, NJ
Come join volunteers who will be completing a macro-invertebrate follow-up study of the Trotters Branch stream at Phil Rizzuto Park in Elizabeth. You will be part of teams turning over rocks in the stream and collecting specimens.
Like the proverbial canary in the coal mine, macro-invertebrate studies help to determine the health of a stream and are predictors of the riparian ecology. Finding species less tolerant to pollution tells us about the stream’s habitat and informs future restoration efforts. Rubber boots, water nets, and lunch will be provided.
People of all ages are invited to participate. The group will be meeting at the large free parking lot within the park at 11 am and we will be finishing by 1 pm. A public restroom is available.
Please try to arrive a little before 11 am to collect gear.
What to bring: Water bottles, gloves (if you have them), comfortable hiking clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. We will gather for lunch afterwards for those interested.
Where: Phil Rizzuto Park, 597 Morris Ave, Elizabeth, NJ. Call Curt Collier at 914-648-0009 if you need additional driving information.
RSVP to curt@ethicalfocus.org if you plan to attend the event or for more information.
