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Rediscovering New York: Revealing Forgotten Landscapes
Brooklyn Historical Society 128 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesExplore three haunting corners of our city as we reveal the hidden secrets and unknown histories of Hart Island, the Fort Totten Water Battery, and the NY State Pavilion. Join Aaron Asis, creator of Unforgotten Films and moderator Michelle Young, founder of Untapped New York, for an evening of film and conversation. Experts and advocates Moses Gates of the […]
The Hard Problem of Consciousness: Philosophical Discussion, TED Circle
IBM Atrium 590 Madison Ave, New York, NY, United StatesHistorically, one of the toughest nuts to crack in both philosophy and science has been the so-called “hard problem of consciousness”: How is it possible for the hard-wiring of our brain to produce inner perception, sentient experience, and self-awareness? It’s a much more difficult conundrum to solve than one might expect upon first glance. Because […]
A Night of Philosophy and Ideas
Brooklyn Public Library - Central Branch 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesA Night of Philosophy and Ideas is an all-night marathon of philosophical debate, performances, screenings, readings, and music. Join us and be a part of this FREE 12-HOUR EXCHANGE OF IDEAS, featuring top philosophers from around the world. FROM SATURDAY, February 1 AT 7PM TO SUNDAY, February 2, 2020 AT 7AM at Central Library, 10 […]
Red and the Sack of Rome
Join art historian Ted Barrow as we take a plunge into the world of pigment and color and focus on the importance of Red and the fascinating history behind the color. This Olio examines the material exchange between the Americas and Europe, focusing on the color red and the different ways in which the pigment […]
Stoa Nova: Prosochē or Not Prosochē? On Stoic Mindfulness
New York Society for Ethical Culture 2 W 64th St, New York, NY, United StatesDo the Stoics engage in mindfulness? Is it similar to the practice from the Buddhist tradition? Is it useful? What is “mindfulness” anyway? Join us and find out why the answers to these questions may make a difference in how you practice Stoicism. Or live your life. Suggested reading: https://www.patreon.com/posts/prosoche-or-not-30083645 FREE for members. $5 for non-members. […]