Tuesday Tunes: Terry Warner and friends, singer/songwriter

Terry is a resident of Johnson City for 30 years and active with music and writing life long. He feels fortunate to have some wonderful friends that have joined in the mash of tunes and bands from ballads to rock and country to roots music and is ooking forward to the next opportunity to circle […]

Mandarin Language Class

Mandarin Language Class

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 […]

Cookie Decorating with Sidehustle Custom Bakery

The seasons have changed and it's time to break out the fall cookie cutters! In this two hour beginners class you will learn the basics of sugar cookie decorating with royal icing. You will be guided through decorating by Kat Yarbrough, owner and operator of Side Hustle Custom Bakery. No experience is necessary and all […]

Ukrainian language class (pre-register, limited seats available)

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 […]

Chess Club

Chess Club

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

Spanish Language Class

Spanish Language Class

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 Painting Class/Meetup

En Plein Air Painting Class/Meetup

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 […]

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

  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 […]

Advanced Level Japanese Language Table

Advanced Level Japanese Language Table

Come practice Japanese! This immersive group includes native English-speaking community members, native Japanese-speaking community members, and ETSU students in the Japanese language program. No expectations, just a relaxed time to practice your Japanese! While group members have varying levels of Japanese proficiency, all conversation will be in Japanese only, no English allowed! Location: The Meditation Room, […]

Fireside Chat Featured Artist Series: Jocelyn Mathewes (sponsored by FADE)

While many artists dream of making a living solely from their studio practice, an art-adjacent career can be just as rewarding and often more sustainable. Roles in operations, marketing, teaching, film production, or community leadership allow artists to leverage their creative skills while supporting themselves financially. These paths not only provide stability, but also keep […]