• Modern Buddhism and Meditation Course

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

    Understanding Karma: the secret to good luck with Kadam Sharon Lovich Resident Teacher of the Je Tsongkhapa Kadampa Buddhist Center in Asheville Why are some people naturally happy and successful, while others experience problems and obstacles? Why is it that when we get what we want, we often fail to derive satisfaction from having it? […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing Club: 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 would like to […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing Club: 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 would like to […]

  • 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

    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 […]

  • Vegan Potluck

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

    Calling all vegans and/or vegan curious! Join us for a community potluck. Please bring ONLY vegan dishes to share. Materials required:  Vegan covered dish or dessert to share. Please list ALL ingredients on notecard to set next to dishes. Ice water provided.  Please bring your own cutlery and plates to minimize waste. Cost: Beverage purchase […]

  • Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing and Tea Social

    Drawing Club: 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 would like to […]

  • Be a Good Human Tri-cities Tea and Potluck

    Be a Good Human Tri-cities Potluck

    Be a Good Human Tri-cities is a multi-cultural social club focused on human rights, based in Eastern TN and interested in fostering community and building bridges between all people in the Tri-cities. All religions, no religion, all cultures, all genders, all orientations, all ages,  all humans interested in building community through cultural events, education, sharing […]

  • Advanced Level Japanese Language Table

    Advanced Level Japanese Language Table
    The Philosopher's House 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City

    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, […]

  • 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, […]

  • Ride JC Meeting

    Ride JC Meeting

    Ride JC helps all people be healthier and happier by educating about alternative transit and improving connectedness in the Appalachian Highlands. We encourage everyone to Bike, Walk, Bus, or Roll around their communities through group rides, educational classes, and advocating for infrastructure. Join us for planning and organizing! Materials required: None needed. Location: Meditation/classroom space […]