Since 2014, Thistle Dew has been captivating audiences with their signature blend of traditional acoustic instruments and vocal harmonies. Thistle Dew’s sound fuses Oldtime and Celtic tunes, and every now and then, the band enjoys putting their spin on a contemporary song or two. The group celebrates each carefully curated song, at times playful and […]
Improvisational Movement - Wednesdays 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm *Attendees may register up to 10pm Tuesday night before class* This gentle, playful class invites you to reconnect with your body through guided improvisation and intuitive movement. Using breath, imagery, and creative prompts, we’ll explore how movement can be a tool for self-expression, emotional release, and personal […]
Discover the Ukrainian Language: A Family-Friendly Journey of Culture and Connection Join us for an engaging experience in learning Ukrainian, designed for families and individuals alike. Our lessons are not just for adults; we welcome learners of all ages to explore the beauty of the Ukrainian language together. Whether you have Ukrainian heritage, wish to connect […]
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
Do you have an interest in learning Spanish? Need to travel or brush up on your skills? Philosopher’s House will be offering a series of Spanish classes with instructor Sonia Garcia Beginning May 7th weekly on Wednesdays at 6pm. Join and practice your skills at the monthly Spanish speakers social (Habla Espanol/Spanish Club), Friday evenings […]
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 […]
In this 6-week acting intensive, students will explore a range of foundational acting methods that have shaped modern performance. Each week will introduce a different approach, including Stanislavski’s system of psychological realism, Laban Movement Analysis for expressive physicality, and Lecoq’s dynamic exploration of space, rhythm, and character. Additional techniques may include Viewpoints, Meisner, and improvisational […]
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 […]
Roxanne will be joining us for live tunes on dulcimer each month at the teahouse! Roxanne McDaniel is a singer/songwriter and dulcimer player based in Johnson City. A graduate of the ETSU Bluegrass program, her music incorporates elements of traditional Appalachian music, bluegrass, country, Celtic, rock, and pop stylings. Come join her for an evening of […]
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 […]