Author: USA
The Everyday Philosopher Blog (Chicago, USA)
New Acropolis Chicago celebrated World Philosophy Day by launching a new blog – The Everyday Philosopher. This project was born out of admiration for the depth and intelligence of the […]
Friendsgiving Dinner 2019 – Better Together (Chicago, USA)
On November 23, 2019 the members, students and friends of New Acropolis Chicago celebrated together the 5th Annual dinner of Thanksgiving. This dinner, that in the last few years has […]
In tribute of Gandhi: “being the change we wish to see in the world” (Boston,USA)
The musician, songwriter and peace activist Pete Seeger was honored with a new plaque on the Pacifist Memorial. For the unveiling, the founder of the Peace Abbey, Lewis Randa, delivered […]
How Philosophy Can Change Your Life (USA)
David Hirschorn and Carolyn McGuire spoke on the life changing benefits of philosophy and on the ancient Greek philosophical teaching of eudamonia or happiness.
Honoring Gandhi’s life and message at the Peace Abbey (USA)
Acropolis volunteers and friends celebrated Gandhi’s 150 anniversary by sharing his message of unity and nonviolence at The Peace Abbey in Sherborn, MA. Surrounded by great quotes from men and […]
Bracelets for Mom’s of Infants Needing Special Care (Raleigh-NC, USA)
Volunteers of New Acropolis made bracelets for mom’s of new infants needing special care at WakeMed’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Workshop: Symbolism of Tibetan Mandalas (Raleigh-NC, USA)
New Acropolis presented a workshop on the Symbolism of the Tibetan Mandala. Participants explored the mandala as a symbol of the universe and a vehicle for joy and healing. Attendees […]
Etowah Indian Mounds Tours, Cartersville, GA (Atlanta, USA)
New Acropolis of Atlanta director David Hirschorn gave a tour of the Etowah Indian Mounds in Cartersville, GA. The 54-acre archaeological site was first inhabited in 1000AD. The tour focused […]
Celebrating Annual Stoic Week (Chicago, USA)
New Acropolis celebrated its third annual Stoic week with a Greek style dinner and a lively discussion about the timeless Stoic book “Meditations” by Marcus Aurelius. Volunteers of New Acropolis […]
Know Your Face: Morphopsychology Workshop (Chicago, USA)
New Acropolis hosted a workshop presented by Catherine Guillerme, an expert in Morphopsychology, called “Know Your Face: Introduction to Morphopsychology”. Through exercises and analysis of faces of known and less […]
