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SUMMARY:Intro to Storytelling (registration required\, 4-week series)
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Storytelling (4-Week Series)\nWhether you tell stories on stage\, on the page\, or somewhere in between\, this four-week introductory storytelling series offers a welcoming space to develop your voice and craft. Designed for oral storytellers and writers alike\, the class explores storytelling as both an art and a practice. While this class is introductory\, it is open to all levels and can be scaled to offer more challenge for experienced story crafters. \nEach week focuses on a core element of storytelling: plot structure\, smooth and meaningful transitions\, generating compelling story ideas\, and identifying the stories that only youare meant to tell. Through guided exercises and writing prompts\, group discussion\, and low-pressure sharing\, participants will build tools they can return to again and again—no memorization or performance experience required. \nCome with a notebook\, your favorite writing utensil\, and curiosity. \nYou are already a storyteller\, let’s explore and expand our voices together! \nCost: $40 (for 4-week series) \nHow to register: email Vianna Isbister at isbisterv13@gmail.com to reserve your spot \nLocation: Drawing Room\, second floor \nAbout the organizer: \nVianna Isbister is a dynamic multi-hyphenate performer and teacher with a B.A. in Theatre and an M.A. in Communication and Storytelling Studies. In addition to teaching at various universities\, Vianna has taught over 1000 movement and aerial classes over the course of 4 years. Her work bridges the gap between the spoken and the unspoken\, blending performance art with academic insights to craft narratives that resonate. Her work has been featured at the 2025 National Storytelling Network Conference and as author of a book chapter in Memorial Art in Rhetorical Discourse in 2026. She has performed with Night Owl Circus Arts (NOCA)\, East Tennessee State University (ETSU)\, Jonesborough Storytellers Guild (JSG)\, and online with Artists Standing Strong Together (ASST) to name a few. She is passionate about supporting people in aligning with their bodies and uncovering practical and creative ways to deepen their connection to self.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/intro-to-storytelling-registration-required-4-week-series/2026-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Dialogue
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SUMMARY:Listen up Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this read-aloud book club at the awesome Philosopher’s House! For this read-aloud book club\, no one has to read anything in advance\, and there’s nothing to prep – just show up as you are\, grab a snack or tea at the counter\, and enjoy the weirdly wholesome community of a read aloud. I read the first part of a “classic novel” aloud for the group (one I’ve never read before!) – this would be perfect for listener crafts\, mending clothes\, or coloring books – but there will also be socializing before and after\, and of course LITERATURE DISCUSSION (if you like). \nHow to register: Drop-in (feel free to bring a portable craft project\, textile project\, or?? to work on during this meetup) \nLocation: Living room/Fireplace\, 1st floor \nCost: 5.00 donation to teahouse nonprofit OR food/beverage purchase. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate/purchase. \nOrganizer: Emily Katt at Emilyskatt@gmail.com \n\n \nFollow/join the Listen Up Book Club page on FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585915229733
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/listen-up-book-club-february-readaloud-wind-in-the-willows/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature,Meetup
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SUMMARY:Be a Good Human Tri-cities Tea and Potluck
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAll religions\, no religion\, all cultures\, all genders\, all orientations\, all ages\,  all humans interested in building community through cultural events\, education\, sharing food\, and growing friendships based on openness and respect for differences are welcome. Our main method of communication is through our Facebook group. Please answer the group questions to get approved. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14SxFYCR927/ \nOur monthly potluck is a chance to meet in person and enjoy a community meal with members and newcomers. All are welcome whether you have joined the FB group already or you’re new to BAGHT. Potluck will have a theme with hands-on project\, food\, and a tea included each month. Join us for interesting dialogue\, community\, and delicious food! \nHow to register: Registration not required\, drop-in welcome. \nCost: 5.00 donation to teahouse or drink purchase to support nonprofit. Donations towards projects are always welcome but not required. Requests for supplies will be posted in the FB group. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate. \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor for potluck. Parlor\, 2nd floor for project. Please let us know if stairs are not accessible for you. If programming allows\, we will move to main floor. \nBring: Your own plate/bowl/cutlery/cup to reduce waste. Projects will sometimes have a “bring items” component. All information will be listed monthly along with the theme. \nOrganizer: Ren Anne at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com \nNOTE: Themes are here for inspiration and conversation but you do not have to abide by the theme. All food is welcome regardless\, please write out ingredient label or recipe on 3×5 card (provided) for those who might have food restrictions. \nFebruary theme: Quiet Lessons \nProject:\n-Who taught you in quiet ways? What is something important you learned without being directly taught? \nProject:\nOn a bookmark or memory card\, share a skill you learned in this manner or talk about the person or situation you learned from. \nAdd art or doodles if you wish. Take home or add to shared memory box (only if you want to\, please add your name if you choose to add to group memory box). \nPotluck:\n-Bring foods that are comfort foods or foods related to childhood favorites. \nTea:\nCalming Chamomile + Lavender
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/be-a-good-human-tri-cities-potluck/2026-03-01/
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Food-Drink,Meetup
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SUMMARY:Be a Good Human Tea and Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Be a Good Human Tri-cities is a multi-cultural social club based in Eastern TN and interested in fostering community and building bridges between all people in the Tri-cities. \nAll religions\, no religion\, all cultures\, all genders\, all orientations\, all ages\,  all humans interested in building community through cultural events\, education\, sharing food\, and growing friendships based on openness and respect for differences are welcome. Our main method of communication is through our Facebook group. Please answer the group questions to get approved. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14SxFYCR927/ \nOur monthly potluck is a chance to meet in person and enjoy a community meal with members and newcomers. All are welcome whether you have joined the FB group already or you’re new to BAGHT. Potluck will have a theme with hands-on project\, food\, and a tea included each month. Join us for interesting dialogue\, community\, and delicious food! \nHow to register: Registration not required\, drop-in welcome. \nCost: 5.00 donation to teahouse or drink purchase to support nonprofit. Donations towards projects are always welcome but not required. Requests for supplies will be posted in the FB group. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate. \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor for potluck. Parlor\, 2nd floor for project. Please let us know if stairs are not accessible for you. If programming allows\, we will move to main floor. \nBring: Your own plate/bowl/cutlery/cup to reduce waste. Projects will sometimes have a “bring items” component. All information will be listed monthly along with the theme. \nOrganizer: Ren Anne at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com \nNOTE: Themes are here for inspiration and conversation but you do not have to abide by the theme. All food is welcome regardless\, please write out ingredient label or recipe on 3×5 card (provided) for those who might have food restrictions. \nMarch theme: Tending \nWhat do you repair instead of replace? What do you know how to fix-and why did you learn it? \nProject:  \nHand stitching on practice cloth (or bring something to repair from home). Learn a couple of basic stitches for repairing instead of replacing. Stitch a mini stuffed shape to take home (heart\, star\, etc…) \nPotluck: \nBring foods that make good leftovers or are made from leftovers. \nTea:\nPeppermint + Ginger Spice
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/be-a-good-human-tea-and-potluck/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Food-Drink,Meetup,Multicultural
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