The Philosophers House

Drawing and Tea Social
2031-03-29 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-04-05 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-04-12 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-04-19 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-04-26 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-05-03 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-05-10 16:30 - 17:30, 2031-05-17 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Halifax) | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
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 would like to work on (Pencil, charcoal, pastel are ok. Please refrain from bringing any glitter or wet medias such as ink or paint.)
Seating is limited, and dependent on which room we will occupy: 10 people maximum can attend.
Learn more and RSVP at https://fadeinit.org/events

Silent Book Club JC
2031-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax)
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: We start at 2pm, with the first 30 minutes spent informally getting settled and chatting, then an official hour to silently read together, then the last 30 minutes opened up for further friendly discussion if desired. (You can find the link on our Facebook page, if this option is desired!)
Materials Required: A book you enjoy reading
Location: Living room/fireplace area, 1st floor
Cost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged
How to register: Drop-in

Instructor Contact Information: Emily/Katt Sikora at emilyskatt@gmail.com
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064632796037

Advanced Level Japanese Language Table
2031-04-03 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
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, 2nd floor
Materials Required: None, conversation-level proficiency in Japanese
Time: First Thursday each month, 5-6pm
Cost: $5 suggested donation at tea counter or support with drink/food purchase.
How to register: Drop-in only. No registration.
Instructor contact information: Junko Arnold, tezuka@etsu.edu

Poetry Writer's Workshop
2031-04-04 15:20 - 17:20 UTC
*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, 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.
How to register :Advance registration required. See instructor contact below for registration.
Location: Drawing room, 2nd floor (through Parlor and down hall)

Materials Required: Writing notebook or laptop/tablet.

Cost: 5.00 donation to teahouse at tea counter OR drink/food purchases encouraged.
Instructor contact information: Kayla Nichols at 423-571-2949, nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com

Ride JC Meeting
2031-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax)
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 2nd floor
Cost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged
How to register: Drop-in
Instructor contact:

RideJCTN@outlook.com

Listen up Book Club
2031-04-06 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
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).
How to register: Drop-in (feel free to bring a portable craft project, textile project, or?? to work on during this meetup)
Location: Living room/Fireplace, 1st floor
Cost: 5.00 donation to teahouse nonprofit OR food/beverage purchase. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate/purchase.
Organizer: Emily Katt at Emilyskatt@gmail.com

Follow/join the Listen Up Book Club page on FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585915229733

Be a Good Human Tri-cities Tea and Potluck
2031-04-06 17:00 - 18:30 UTC
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 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/
Our 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!
How to register: Registration not required, drop-in welcome.
Cost: 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.
Location: 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.
Bring: 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.
Organizer: Ren Anne at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com
NOTE: 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.
February theme: Quiet Lessons
Project:
-Who taught you in quiet ways? What is something important you learned without being directly taught?
Project:
On a bookmark or memory card, share a skill you learned in this manner or talk about the person or situation you learned from.
Add 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).
Potluck:
-Bring foods that are comfort foods or foods related to childhood favorites.
Tea:
Calming Chamomile + Lavender

Steeped in Stories Author Meetup
2031-04-08 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax)
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 drop in, but if you’d like to get on the email list to request feedback on a project or hear specifics about each month’s topic, email Molly McDonough at mcdonough.author@gmail.com.
The suggested payment for this event is a $5 donation to Philosopher’s House or the purchase of food or drink.
How to register: Drop-in OR email Molly to get on email list
Location: 2nd floor, drawing room
Cost: 5.00 donation at the following Steeped in Stories Donation or food/drink purchases encouraged.

HUGs: Healing and Understanding through Grief Support
2031-04-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2031-05-15 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
HUGs: Healing & Understanding through Grief Support
HUGs is a peer-led monthly support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one due to chronic or terminal illness. We offer a safe, welcoming space to connect with others who understand.

Share experiences and explore emotions
Find encouragement and build connections
Learn healthy coping tools
No registration required — join anytime
Led by Caris Healthcare Family Services team

How to register: No registration needed. Drop-inCost: Drink/food purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit OR a 5.00 suggested donation at tea counter
Location: Classroom/meditation space, 2nd floor
Facilitator Contact: Dayla at dayla.capallia@carishealthcare.com

More about Caris grief support group: https://carishealthcare.com/finding-healing-together-inside-our-hugs-grief-support-group/

Monthly on the 3rd Thursday at 2:00pm
