Northern Virginia Ethical Society upcoming events

What Happened to the Energy Transition? (Sunday, April 12, 2026)

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

What Happened to the Energy Transition?

To land a ship on a moving target, the moon, for example, from a moving object, the earth, requires an enormous attention to facts and a mastery of detail. Getting any of these wrong can lead to disaster. Climate science suggests we must transition to a zero carbon society—and fast. But are climate-deniers the only obstacle to that transition?

We will discuss the work of economic historian Jean-Baptiste Fressoz who suggests that even as we move to solar panels and electric vehicles, rather than “transitioning” to zero carbon technologies we will continue to consume more, and more, and more and produce more carbon dioxide. Is there a way out of here? As harrowing as it sounds, it's best to pay attention to the facts and master the details so we can discuss real solutions. Perhaps, a solution that depends on a transition in our ethical thinking.

Jim Ball and his family are longtime members of Ethical Culture, in his retired life he writes, gardens, and rewilds his small corner of the world with native plants.

This in-person meeting can also be attended on Zoom. The Zoom link is below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85147568797?pwd=2TQNpZPubvub435R7H9cEaKWrTWgaS.1

A Different Thread House Concert (Saturday, April 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

A Different Thread is a transatlantic collaboration between Alicia Best (Durham, North Carolina) and Robert Jackson (Midlands, England). The two met busking in Ireland, a chance encounter that sparked a musical journey that spans over nine years, a dozen countries, and two studio albums. Their original songs weave elements of Celtic balladry with Appalachian blues to create an original blend of Folk/Americana.

This will be another opportunity to hear the band A Different Thread in person and to enjoy the company of others in a beautiful setting.

Please REGISTER to get the location sent to you before the Concert.

The concert will be from 6:00 - 8:30 PM.

Platform - Spring Festival Swap Meet (Sunday, April 19, 2026)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Spring Festival / Swap Meet

In the spirit of protecting the earth on Earth Day, NoVES will hold a swap meet as part of the Spring Festival. This will be held in the parking lot of Green Hedges School. We will be “free” trading with each other for any item in good condition including jewelry, clothing, small appliances, books, and small household items like linens and lamps.

All items need to fit in the trunk of your car or on a card table AND you MUST plan to take all remaining items home with you.

You do not need to bring any items in order to take something. This is a very loose swap meet and all participants are welcome.

Families should bring food for their own family. Paper products, serving utensils and beverages will be provided by NoVES. We will eat outdoors, weather permitting. In the event of bad weather, all activities will move indoors.

Tuesday COFFEE AT A DISTANCE with the NoVES Community (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Tuesday COFFEE AT A DISTANCE with the NoVES Community

When: Tuesdays at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, ET
Where: VIRTUAL MEETING VIA ZOOM

EVENT DETAILS:

Dear Members and Friends,

Come and share what is going on in your life, talk about the upcoming primary elections, process an awful political environment, and perhaps share a hope for the future.

You do not need to join the call at 10:00, feel free to drop in anytime. However, participants may choose to end the meeting before 11:30. The ZOOM invitation is included at the end of this message.

I look forward to meeting with some of you for COFFEE AT A DISTANCE.

Yours in Ethical Community,

Randy (and other facilitators from time to time)

Zoom link:

Open Zoom Link

NoVES Online Meet and Greet Event with SVES (Wednesday, April 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the ZOOM chat with our friends from the Susquehanna Valley Ethical Society.

On Wednesday, April 22, SVES and NoVES members will have an online meet and greet event from 6-7 pm. Come on zoom to meet members of the other society and find out how they came to Ethical Culture.

Bring your own glass of wine or other drink! Please register to get a link for the event.

Tuesday COFFEE AT A DISTANCE with the NoVES Community (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT