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SUMMARY:Journalist Nico Lang discussion and book signing
DESCRIPTION:Join writer Nico Lang for this special programming on how to be an ally to trans youth during this turbulent time. We are excited to welcome Nico to the teahouse for this discussion and book signing! \nHow to register: No registration needed\, drop-in \nCost: Food/drink purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit. Books available for purchase. \nLocation: Living room/fireplace\, 1st floor \nNico Lang is a nonbinary award-winning journalist with over a decade of experience covering the transgender community’s fight for equality. Their work has appeared in major publications\, including Rolling Stone\, Esquire\, The New York Times\, Harper’s Bazaar\, The Washington Post\, Vox\, BuzzFeed\, Jezebel\, The Guardian\, Out\, The Advocate and the L.A. Times. \nLang is the creator of Queer News Daily and previously served as the deputy editor for Out magazine\, the news editor for Them\, the LGBTQ+ correspondent for VICE and the editor and co-founder of the literary journal In Our Words. \nTheir industry-leading contributions to queer media have resulted in a GLAAD Media Award\, 10 awards from the National Association of LGBTQ Journalists (NLGJA)\, and three awards from the Los Angeles Press Club\, including the 2023 Online Journalist of the Year. \nLang is also the first-ever recipient of the Visibility Award from the Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (TLDEF)\, an honor created to recognize their impactful contributions to reporting on the lives of LGBTQ+ people. \nTheir new book\, American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era publishes this fall.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/journalist-nico-lang-discussion-and-book-signing/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature
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SUMMARY:Poetry Writer's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:*This group is currently full\, but if you would like to be added to the waitlist please email Kayla at nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com * \nThis bi-weekly 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 a prompt for inspiration or have free writing time together.  Contact facilitator for more information. \nHow to register :Advance registration required. See instructor contact below for registration. \nLocation: Drawing room\, 2nd floor (through Parlor and down hall)\n\nMaterials Required:  Writing notebook or laptop/tablet.\n\nCost: 5.00 donation to teahouse at tea counter OR drink/food purchases encouraged. \nInstructor contact information: Kayla Nichols at 423-571-2949\, nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/poetry-writers-workshop-3/2026-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature
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SUMMARY:¿Hablas Español? Spanish Language Club
DESCRIPTION:*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. \nConversational 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\, etc… while speaking/learning Espańol. \nAll levels welcome\, even if you speak no Spanish! \nHow to register: Drop-in \nLocation:  Drawing room\, 2nd floor (except First Fridays which are rotating on location) \nCost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged. \nMaterials required: Notebook if you prefer. No materials needed. \nOrganizer: Text Laura Lopez at 423-383-6547 \n 
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/hablas-espanol-spanish-language-club-4-2/2026-09-18/
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