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SUMMARY:Beginning Japanese Language Class for Children (ages 6-10\, registration required)
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: Please come early to get food/beverages for children in the class\, as to avoid distractions during class. Thank you!*\n\nJoin Junko Arnold for a wonderful 6-week series designed to introduce young people to the Japanese Language. Learning another language helps children make new neural connections\, increases empathy\,  and enhances cultural understanding. This low cost series is designed to reduce barriers to learning Japanese and also supports the teahouse nonprofit. \nFor young people age 6-10 years of age (parent welcome to attend with child). If you are unsure about whether your child might be able to attend outside of that age range\, please email instructor. \nPlease contact Junko if you have any questions about this class. Reserve your space soon as there is limited seating. \nCost: 40.00 for entire 6 week series starting March 3rd. \nHow to register: Purchase at the following link reserves your child’s space in class https://square.link/u/qsrW5S9w\n\nMaterials needed: Please bring a blank notebook and pencils or a pen to write. \nInstructor:  Junko Arnold TEZUKA@mail.etsu.edu \nJunko was born and raised in Japan and is the Master Lecturer of Japanese/ Program Leader of Japanese Major & Minor and Adviser of Japanese Cultural Society at ETSU. She is a PhD candidate at ETSU\, currently researching the cognitive benefits of second language education. Junko also leads the ETSU Japanese Language Table here at The Philosopher’s House monthly.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/beginning-japanese-language-class-for-children-ages-6-10-registration-required/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Multicultural
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SUMMARY:Mandarin Language Class
DESCRIPTION: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 will function as an absolute beginner course in Mandarin Chinese. Learning objectives will be to be able to read and pronounce pinyin\, to learn very basic grammatical structures\, very basic day-to-day vocabulary\, begin to recognize and reproduce some characters\, and be able to hold simple\, introductory conversations. No prior Mandarin knowledge is necessary. If there are more advanced learners who would be interested in more advanced material\, please contact the instructor. \nHow to register: Advanced registration is greatly preferred as class does have limited seating. See instructor contact for registration. \nCost:  Food and drink purchases encouraged OR 5.00 donation at tea counter to support our nonprofit. \nLocation: Parlor\, 2nd floor \nMaterials needed: A notetaking device (laptop\, tablet\, notebook\, etc.) . We will be using Integrated Chinese Level 1; Part 1\, 4th edition\, which is available in print and eBook formats from several sources.  You can also use a previous edition\, as those are readily available and less expensive. We will use Simplified characters in the class\, as that is used in Mainland China and elsewhere.  As that series has both textbooks and workbooks\, be sure to select the textbook.  If you have questions about the suitability of a version\, feel free to contact the instructor. \nInstructor Contact Information: Please text Heather at (208)215-6738 
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/mandarin-language-class-3-2-2/2026-05-05/
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Tunes: Blues with GMan Blues (Greg Goulds)
DESCRIPTION:GmanBlues\, otherwise known as Coach Greg Goulds\, is a deep dive into the history of the blues itself. Whether you seek a cure-all for heartbreak\, a reminder of the good times\, or one hell of a good story\, Gman Blues provides a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience with depth and feeling many acts just can’t replicate.\nAs a solo act\, Goulds provides an intimate\, one-on-one show soaking in emotion; When Gman brings in his rhythm section\, his hard- stomping\, rip-roaring blues will have audiences cheering along.\n\n\nHow to register: No registration needed. Drop-in \nCost: Tips to musicians encouraged\, food/drink purchases encouraged. Come help support local music at a local nonprofit! \nLocation: Living room/fireplace\, 1st floor \nAn East TN native\, Gman has fiddled around with guitars since he was a kid\, but only in the last few years has he started venturing out\, playing live venues like Gypsy Circus Cider Company and Capone’s. Heavily influenced by the likes of Muddy Waters\, Robert Johnson\, and John Lee Hooker\, GmanBlues isn’t afraid to delve into\nthe roots. \nGoulds also prides himself on deep connections to other local acts\, saying that\nhis real inspiration lies in the great talent rooted right here in East TN.\nAbove all else\, Gman Blues plays the way he lives his life\, with a whole lot of heart and a whole lot of love.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/tuesday-tunes-gman-blues-2/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
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