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SUMMARY:Advanced Level Japanese Language Table
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nLocation: The Meditation Room\, 2nd floor \nMaterials Required: None\, conversation-level proficiency in Japanese \nTime: First Thursday each month\,  5-6pm \nCost: $5 suggested donation at tea counter or support with drink/food purchase. \nHow to register: Drop-in only. No registration. \nInstructor contact information: Junko Arnold\, tezuka@etsu.edu
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/advanced-level-japanese-language-table-2/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Multicultural
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260301T183000
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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: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: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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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T173000
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SUMMARY:Drawing and Tea Social
DESCRIPTION:Drawing and Tea Social: We support and appreciate each other’s artistic journeys. We have weekly challenges\, sketchbook tours\, art mentoring and more. \nWhen: Saturdays at 4:30 – 5-30p \nLocation: Tea Table\, 1st floor \nOrganizer contact: Benjamin Abbott with The FADE Initiative. Email: benjaminabbott3@gmail.com or Laura Carlson at Laura@fadeinit.org \nWhat 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.) \nSeating is limited\, and dependent on which room we will occupy: 10 people maximum can attend. \nLearn more and RSVP at https://fadeinit.org/events
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/drawing-and-tea-social/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Dialogue
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T183000
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SUMMARY:Vegan Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Calling all vegans and/or vegan curious! Join us for a community potluck. Please bring ONLY vegan dishes to share. \nMaterials 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. \nCost: Beverage purchase encouraged to support nonprofit OR donation to teahouse. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay. \nHow to register: Drop-in\, come a bit early if you wish to order drinks at tea counter. \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor. \nHost: James Uraski  juraski130474@gmail.com
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/vegan-potluck-3-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Food-Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T190000
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SUMMARY:Steeped in Stories Author Meetup
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFeel 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. \nThe suggested payment for this event is a $5 donation to Philosopher’s House or the purchase of food or drink. \nHow to register: Drop-in OR email Molly to get on email list \nLocation: 2nd floor\, drawing room \nCost: 5.00 donation at the following Steeped in Stories Donation or food/drink purchases encouraged.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/steeped-in-stories-author-meetup-5/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature
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SUMMARY:Business Book Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nWe 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 loves learning to join us\, drop in for only the books that interest you or put it in your calendar for all 12 months. \n\nHow to register: No registration needed. Drop-in \nCost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay. \nLocation: Fireplace/Living Room\, 1st floor \nOrganizer: Jenna Tamayo at 1jenna.tamayo@gmail.com \nOur year of books: \nJanuary: Radical Candor\nFebruary: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team\nMarch:The Innovators Dilemma\nApril: Good Strategy\, Bad Strategy\nMay: Financial Intelligence\nJuney: Psychology of Money\nJuly: The 80/20 Principle\nAugust: Unreasonable Hospitality\nSeptember: Net Positive\nOctober: Hooked\nNovember: The Hard Thing about Hard Things\nDecember: The Slight Edge
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/business-book-club/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club JC
DESCRIPTION:Last Sunday of each month from 2-4pm\, unless otherwise noted\nJoin us for the Johnson City Silent Book Club‘s monthly meetup – in-person at the Philosopher’s Teahouse \nBring any book you want (or – they have an extensive donated library to pluck an impulsive choice from!) and order something to eat or drink. \nThe 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!) \nMaterials Required: A book you enjoy reading \nLocation: Living room/fireplace area\, 1st floor \nCost:  Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged \nHow to register: Drop-in\n\nInstructor Contact Information:  Emily/Katt Sikora at emilyskatt@gmail.com \nFacebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064632796037
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/silent-book-club-jc/2026-02-22/
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Literature
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