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 […]
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: Drawing room space 2nd floor (walk through Parlor and down hall) Cost: 5.00-8.00 sliding scale […]
Ashley Cavender (she/her) serves as the Equitable Nutrition and Food Access Director at the Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council (ARCD), where she leads initiatives connecting people to dignified local food access. While spearheading initiatives rooted in community resilience across NE Tennessee. Her work focuses on strengthening farm-to-community relationships through programs that emphasize “food as medicine,” equity, and farmer […]
Silent group meditation Fridays at 12:00pm. Open space for anyone looking to practice silent meditation with basic instructions for any beginners. How to register: Register through this donation button, or drop-in. https://square.link/u/rsQey2gI Cost: Sliding scale donation to support teahouse nonprofit (2.00-8.00), all are welcome regardless of ability to pay. Food/drink purchases encouraged. https://square.link/u/rsQey2gI Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd level Organizer Bradley […]
Fiber Arts Meetup Do you crochet, knit, sew, cross stitch, or otherwise create any kind of fiber art that you can fit in a bag and carry with you? Then you are warmly invited to come and enjoy a session of sipping and crafting with us! Open to all skill levels in any portable fiber […]
Grab a cuppa and come unwind with some group collage art making. Donations welcome, as all supplies provided (you are welcome to bring your own if you wish) during this fun, creative, hang out time. We will have a variety of materials to play and create with, as well as glue, scissors, etc... Suggested materials […]
*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. Conversational Spanish with Laura and friends. This is an opportunity to practice Spanish with several native Spanish speaking people, and form a community with activities like potlucks, game nights, […]
Becca Burns is a young Johnson City native artist, whose art is primarily pen illustrations, watercolor peices, and oil paintings. She is an impressionist and art nouveau style lover at heart. Her main works include open-air landscapes and symbolism-filled portraits. She has a variety of originals, prints, stickers, and artist gift sets for sale. Drop-in […]
Letting Go of Expectations Half-Day Course Saturday October 25| 2:00pm-5:00pm When reality does not match up to what we hoped would happen it is easy for disappointment to set in. Our own and others unrealistic expectations can set us up for anger, and discouragement, chip away at our relationships and set us up for a […]