Holiday open house: Join us for live music and cookie munching at the teahouse. Let's be cozy around the fireplace and enjoy some togetherness and holiday cheer! Some Old Friends (playing 6pm-7:30pm) are a local band from Carter County travelling the region entertaining with covers of many genres covering many decades of music. Their original […]
*NOTE: First Fridays will be at a local restaurant outside the teahouse.* Please check here or text instructor for location the week of First Fridays. Friday November 7th, we will meet at El Charolais near Food Lion in Johnson City: 3102 Bristol Highway. Conversational Spanish with Laura and friends. This is an opportunity to practice […]
*New group is FULL! Please email Kayla at nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com to get on waitlist.* This monthly sharing circle is open to poets of all levels. Participants are encouraged to share their poetry in a friendly, constructive, and welcoming atmosphere. Attendees often discuss poetic themes, share resources and book recommendations, and discuss local poetry-related events. Occasionally, the group will offer […]
Our normal operating hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10am - 9pm and Sunday 10am - 7pm. Be sure to check for occasional, special events held on Mondays. Email us about venue rentals for special, private events.
Twice-Monthly meet up for local authors on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: The goal is to be in community and encourage fellow authors on their current projects. We'll do group feedback, discuss local events and collaborations, and have various discussion topics on the craft of writing, and the business of selling, books. Feel free to […]
Description: Mandarin Chinese is the single largest first language in the world, with over 941 million native speakers, and has become an invaluable language for anyone to learn, whether they're interested in engaging with Chinese business, learning more about Chinese politics, wanting to study deeper into Chinese culture, or just fascinated by language! This course […]
En Plein Air class! Bring a hat, water bottle, and an old shirt/apron! All other materials provided or bring your own. Your teacher will guide you through the steps of painting out in the open air, while allowing you to put in your own style. Open to beginners and experienced artists! How to register: No […]
Make new friends and play chess! This group meets weekly in the main room. All levels welcome. Materials Required: None Location: Main Room Cost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged. How to register:Drop-in. Instructor Contact Information: Joegumina@hotmail.com Add to Google Calendar
MahJongg, Mahjong or Mah-Jongg or it is also referred to as Maahj, is a rummy-like game played with tiles versus cards. There are several versions of the game, but each version typically falls under two broad categories- American Mah Jongg and Chinese Mah Jongg. We will be playing American Mah Jongg soon at the Philosopher’s House weekly on Thursdays from 3:30pm-5:30pm. Four players are at each […]
Join us as we explore the wonderful world of tabletop adventure games, Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition. Beginner focused, no pressure gaming for ages 18+. Contact instructor for more information. Materials Needed: None to start, see instructor for details Where: Parlor space 2nd floor Cost: 0-5.00 sliding scale suggested donation to support the space, OR food/drink purchase […]