• Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Drawing and Tea Social: We support and appreciate each other's artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges, sketchbook tours, art mentoring and more. When: Saturdays at 4:30 - 5-30p Location: Tea Table, 1st floor Organizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org What to bring: any dry art and dry materials you […]

  • Steeped in Stories Author Meetup

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    Twice-Monthly meet up for local authors on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: The goal is to be in community and encourage fellow authors on their current projects. We'll do group feedback, discuss local events and collaborations, and have various discussion topics on the craft of writing, and the business of selling, books. Feel free to […]

  • Climate Cafe

    Climate Cafe

    What is a climate cafe? Climate-minded friends & neighbors who come together to share what's important and to build a stronger, safer world for us all! Climate Cafe occurs on the 2nd Tuesday monthly. Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd floor Cost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged. How to register: Drop-in. Registration form available to fill […]

  • Women in Ag discussion panel

    One of the most meaningful ways we can support sustainability and protect the environment is through supporting local food systems. Come meet some of the women creating waves in food systems, agriculture, local farms, and through advocacy. They are all deeply influential, each in their own way. We are proud to share this year's edition […]

  • Fireside Chat: Artist Jai Gervin

    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    *Sponsored by Carson and Paige McSailor* Jai Gervin Mixed Media Artist "I am a “creative visionary” with the soul of an artist and the heart of a Social Worker. I was born, raised, and still live in Johnson City, TN. I believe that this small, typically conservative, town forced me to find alternative creative outlets even […]

  • Poetry Writer’s Workshop

    Poetry Writer’s Workshop

    *This group is currently full, but if you would like to be added to the waitlist please email Kayla at nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com * This 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, […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Drawing and Tea Social: We support and appreciate each other's artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges, sketchbook tours, art mentoring and more. When: Saturdays at 4:30 - 5-30p Location: Tea Table, 1st floor Organizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org What to bring: any dry art and dry materials you […]

  • Fireside Chat: Filmmaker Missy Bell

    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    *Fireside Chats sponsored by Carson and Paige McSailor* Missy Bell is a filmmaker based in Asheville, NC making films about people who are ready to step off the ledge - maybe to fall. Maybe to fly! She's been directing and coaching actors since 1999 and making movies since 2018. Her most recent project is also […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Drawing and Tea Social: We support and appreciate each other's artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges, sketchbook tours, art mentoring and more. When: Saturdays at 4:30 - 5-30p Location: Tea Table, 1st floor Organizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org What to bring: any dry art and dry materials you […]

  • Silent Book Club JC

    Silent Book Club JC

    Last Sunday of each month from 2-4pm, unless otherwise noted Join us for the Johnson City Silent Book Club‘s monthly meetup - in-person at the Philosopher's Teahouse Bring any book you want (or - they have an extensive donated library to pluck an impulsive choice from!) and order something to eat or drink. The format: […]

  • Business Book Club

    Business Book Club
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Welcome to our Business Book Club! The last Sunday of every month, we will meet at The Philosopher's House at 6pm to discuss the current month's book. We will end promptly at 7pm (teahouse closing time)  but feel free to come at 5:30pm get to know each other before hand. We want any one who […]

  • Steeped in Stories Author Meetup

    Steeped in Stories Author Meetup
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    Monthly meet up for local authors on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays: The goal is to be in community and encourage fellow authors on their current projects. We'll do group feedback, discuss local events and collaborations, and have various discussion topics on the craft of writing, and the business of selling, books. Feel free to drop […]