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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260830T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260830T170000
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SUMMARY:Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp (hosted by Create Appalachia\, registration required)
DESCRIPTION:Create Appalachia Announces Fall 2026 Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp \nCreate Appalachia is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2026 Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp\, a hands-on business development program designed specifically for artists\, makers\, designers\, performers\, culinary entrepreneurs\, digital creators\, and other creative professionals. \nSupported by a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission\, the boot camp recognizes that creative businesses face unique challenges not addressed by traditional business education. Participants will gain practical tools for pitching their business\, pricing their work\, understanding finances\, marketing effectively\, building customer relationships\, and creating sustainable business models. \nThe Fall 2026 program includes three in-person sessions at Philosopher’s House\, 117 W. Fairview Ave. in Johnson City. The dates are August 16\, August 30\, and September 13\, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. There will be two live online sessions on August 23 and September 6\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nThe registration fee is $150 and includes all five sessions. \nThe program is open to creative entrepreneurs\, whether they operate an established business\, a growing side hustle\, or are ready to turn a promising idea into a successful venture. \n“Creative talent must have strong business skills to thrive” said Barbara Raymond\, the Avante Boot Camp facilitator. “Our goal is to help creative entrepreneurs build businesses that are both financially sustainable and true to their creative vision.” \nSpace is limited\, and advanced registration is required. \nHow to register: https://createappalachia.org/programs \nCost: 150.00 \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \nOrganizer contact: Amber Saeki\, Community Coordinator\, Create Appalachia\, amber@createappalachia.org\, 423-440-0128 \nAbout Create Appalachia \nCreate Appalachia—Where Art Means Business strengthens the regional creative economy by providing education\, mentorship\, networking\, and business development opportunities for artists\, makers\, and creative entrepreneurs throughout the Appalachian Highlands. \n  \n 
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/avante-creative-entrepreneur-boot-camp-hosted-by-create-appalachia-registration-required/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Dialogue,Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTSTAMP:20260828T185856Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T185856Z
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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902
DTSTAMP:20260828T185856Z
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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260903
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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260904
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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260905
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SUMMARY:Remembering Dolly Parton: Drop-in craft and letter writing
DESCRIPTION:We will have art supplies\, notecards\, stickers\, etc.. in the living room area for you to create a letter\, share a memory\, or art in honor of the late Dolly Parton. She embodied the kindness and empathy the world needs more of and her impact has been felt by many. She is especially beloved here in Tennessee and we want to honor her legacy of positive impact far beyond her successful music career.\n\nDolly came from humble beginnings and showed us that it is possible to be wildly successful while staying grounded in community and consistency generous. Join us at the teahouse for sweet tea\, writing\, and art to celebrate her life and memory.\nTake your letter or art home\, or leave it on the fireplace mantel to share with the community this week. Let’s keep spreading kindness in East Tennessee and beyond!\n\nDrop-in anytime we are open this next week.\n\nCost: Materials are out and for everyone’s use. You can support our nonprofit by purchasing a food or beverage or making a monetary donation at the tea counter. All are welcome regardless of ability to donate.\n\nNOTE: The fireplace/mantel area is open for flowers\, object\, art\, photos\, letters\, etc…in her memory.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/remembering-dolly-parton-drop-in-craft-and-letter-writing/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260905T140000
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SUMMARY:September Sound Bath (registration required)
DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER SOUND BATH\n\nJoin Soprano Moira Murphy for a midweek centering session through this unique sound bath experience. Combining guided meditation with soprano vocals and drone and percussion instruments from around the world\, Moira creates an ethereal soundscape to encourage relaxation and spiritual introspection. Music will range across improvisations\, chants of 12th century mystic Hildegard von Bingen\, Appalachian folk tunes\, and original compositions. We will be focusing on the robust joy of midsummer\, celebrating the explosion of green and life around us in this beautiful place we call home.Her Medieval Sound Bath installment of this event received the Sound Design Award at this year’s Asheville Fringe Fest (and was sold out twice) so you don’t want to miss this! \nFloor cushions will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own or your own yoga mat. \nHow To Register: https://www.moirasmountain.com/event-details/september-sound-bath-1 \nCost: 18.00 per person \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \nContact: moiras.mountain@gmail.com \nAbout Moira:  \n\n\nMoira Murphy is originally from East Tennessee\, but has lived and performed all over the country. Her path has taken her across opera stages\, on stage with orchestras\, jazz combos\, indie\, rock\, goth\, and metal bands\, behind the piano\, and to the conducting podium. She is currently a music director\, music teacher\, and arranger living back in the hills and hollers. Her arrangements of the chants of 12th century mystic Hildegard von Bingen have transformed from a recital into a full sound bath experience\, which has blossomed into appearances around the country and recordings available online. Her debut solo album\, ‘A Trembling Flame\,’ as well as guided meditation tracks\, are streaming on Spotify and YouTube.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/september-sound-bath-registration-required/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260910T193000
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SUMMARY:Author reading and signing: Uprooted: A Memoir of Belonging and Becoming by Sarah Beth Long
DESCRIPTION:After Trump’s 2016 election\, a woman starts a regenerative farm in the Appalachian Mountains―an act of resistance against environmental collapse. But when her engagement unravels under the weight of undiagnosed bipolar disorder and generational trauma\, the solitude meant to fuel her activism becomes a crucible for everything she’s spent years avoiding. A DNA test revealing biological siblings sends her deep into the mountain hollers\, chasing family secrets and long-lost kin. What she finds is Georgina Mae―her birth mother―whose struggles with addiction and survival echo her own. As she pieces together the past\, she must confront the truth: some reunions carry a cost\, and some answers are buried with those no longer here to give them. Interwoven with myth and memory\, Uprooted is a lyrical meditation on family\, identity\, inherited trauma\, and the strength it takes to grow something new from broken ground. Uprooted was shortlisted for the prestigious Bridport Prize. \nJoin us for this very special book reading and signing by author Sarah Long! She will have her new book Uprooted available for purchase as well. \nHow to register: No registration needed\, drop-in \nCost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit space. Sarah will have books for purchase if you would like to take one home. \nLocation: Living room/Fireplace\, 1st floor \nDr. Sarah Long is an author\, full professor at Appalachian State University\, and therapeutic writing consultant. Her award-winning memoir Uprooted: A Memoir of Belonging and Becoming is a lyrical meditation on family\, identity\, inherited trauma\, and the strength it takes to grow something new from broken ground. She is the founder of the Writing Cure (www.thewritingcure.com) and offers customized expressive and therapeutic writing courses and consulting to human-centered organizations and individuals struggling with the harder parts of being human. \n 
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/author-reading-and-signing-uprooted-a-memoir-of-belonging-and-becoming-by-sarah-beth-hopton/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Dialogue,Event,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260912T133000
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SUMMARY:Citizen's Climate Lobby NE TN social
DESCRIPTION:The Citizen’s Climate Lobby of NE TN would like to invite you to come meet others who are concerned about the environment and extreme weather events. A social gathering with the intention of getting to know each other. \nCost: Food/drink purchases encouraged to support nonprofit venue. \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \nContact:  Shellly at shellstahl@hotmail.com\nnortheasttennessee@citizensclimatelobby.org
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/citizens-climate-lobby-ne-tn-social/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event,Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T170000
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SUMMARY:Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp (hosted by Create Appalachia\, registration required)
DESCRIPTION:Create Appalachia Announces Fall 2026 Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp \nCreate Appalachia is now accepting registrations for the Fall 2026 Avante Creative Entrepreneur Boot Camp\, a hands-on business development program designed specifically for artists\, makers\, designers\, performers\, culinary entrepreneurs\, digital creators\, and other creative professionals. \nSupported by a grant from the Tennessee Arts Commission\, the boot camp recognizes that creative businesses face unique challenges not addressed by traditional business education. Participants will gain practical tools for pitching their business\, pricing their work\, understanding finances\, marketing effectively\, building customer relationships\, and creating sustainable business models. \nThe Fall 2026 program includes three in-person sessions at Philosopher’s House\, 117 W. Fairview Ave. in Johnson City. The dates are August 16\, August 30\, and September 13\, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. There will be two live online sessions on August 23 and September 6\, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. \nThe registration fee is $150 and includes all five sessions. \nThe program is open to creative entrepreneurs\, whether they operate an established business\, a growing side hustle\, or are ready to turn a promising idea into a successful venture. \n“Creative talent must have strong business skills to thrive” said Barbara Raymond\, the Avante Boot Camp facilitator. “Our goal is to help creative entrepreneurs build businesses that are both financially sustainable and true to their creative vision.” \nSpace is limited\, and advanced registration is required. \nHow to register: https://createappalachia.org/programs \nCost: 150.00 \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \nOrganizer contact: Amber Saeki\, Community Coordinator\, Create Appalachia\, amber@createappalachia.org\, 423-440-0128 \nAbout Create Appalachia \nCreate Appalachia—Where Art Means Business strengthens the regional creative economy by providing education\, mentorship\, networking\, and business development opportunities for artists\, makers\, and creative entrepreneurs throughout the Appalachian Highlands. \n  \n 
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/avante-creative-entrepreneur-boot-camp-hosted-by-create-appalachia-registration-required/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Art,Dialogue,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260913T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260913T163000
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SUMMARY:Author reading/signing with Edgar Ongtengco
DESCRIPTION:Edgar Alan O. presents his sixth book\, his third poem book of the series\, FIFTY NIFTIEST POEMS. A physician\, a pianist\, a violinist\, a writer\, his inspirations come from his Christian faith\, Grace Fellowship Church in Johnson City\, Tennessee\, and from his beloved par-ents\, Armando and Nora. \nHis first book\, KARMA\, is a collaboration with his late mother\, based on a true story. After she passed away\, he felt a deep loss and wrote THE EIGHTH DAY\, a story about end-times\, a hybrid of science fiction/religious overlays after God rested on the proverbial seventh day. Then came his first poem book\, FIFTY NIFTY POEMS\, and later\, a second—FIFTY NIFTIER POEMS—a collection of fifty more lighthearted and serious reflections about the up-and-down topics of life. \nHis other book\, MY LAST BLIP IN TIME\, entertains the reader to look introspectively at faith\, purpose\, and the future in a life of a Doubting Thomas. \nHow to register: No registration needed\, drop-in \nCost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit. Author will have books available for purchase/signing. \nLocation: Living Room \nDr. O is an accomplished musician with four professionally made classical/popular music CDs. His music lessons started in the Philippines at the young age of five. He has soloed in orchestras\, recitals\, charities\, concert halls\, including the Steinway Piano Gallery of Detroit\, the Wynne Hotel in Las Vegas\, the University of Tennessee\, and the Vatican City of Rome. Among the items in his bucket list is performing as a pianist at Carnegie Hall in New York City and completing the sequel\, THE NINTH DAY\, what happens after THE EIGHTH DAY some five billion years into the future after Judgment Day.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/author-reading-signing-with-edgar-ongtengco-2/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T193000
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SUMMARY:Author reading/signing: Alicia Bynum\, "Rivers and Roads"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special author reading and signing with author Alicia Bynum!\n Rivers and Roads\n The story follows Millie\, a woman navigating the heavy weight of family complexities and a sudden mental health crisis at home. Accompanied by her two loyal dogs\, she leaves her Appalachian hometown on a journey from East Coast to West Coast to process grief and reclaim her own story.\n\nDiscussion Themes: The book explores the heavy weight of family complexities and a sudden mental health crisis at home\, following a woman’s first-hand journey escaping her Appalachian hometown with her two dogs to reclaim her own narrative. Through her journey\, discussion topics or book readings may include themes of mental health\, women’s health\, postpartum depression\, and the healing power of travel\, nature\, and new cultural experiences. Ultimately\, it highlights the profound importance of nature connection for collective and intergenerational well-being\, systemic failures within our healthcare system\, and the urgent need for protecting our public lands.\n\nHow to register: No registration needed\, drop-in\n\nLocation: Fireplace/Living Room\, 1st floor\n \nCost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support space\, books available for purchase.\n\nAlicia M. Bynum\, born and raised in Johnson City\, Tennessee\, published her debut novel in 2026\, Rivers and Roads\, through Mountain Girl Press. She is an active regional writer who has published widely on Appalachian public lands and advocacy\, outdoor recreation\, and travel.\n\nLinks:\n\n\nWebsite/ Order Signed Books Direct from Author:  https://www.aliciabynum.com/books\nPublished Regional Articles:  https://muckrack.com/allie-bynum/articles\nResources to Get Involved:  https://www.aliciabynum.com/resources\nRecent Bookmarked Podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ZhW2zgVkD9tCJ9xaHdnXk?si=uEiWbyVaTeaO8NctjNm8kA
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/author-reading-signing-alicia-bynum-rivers-and-roads/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event,Literature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260920T180000
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SUMMARY:Sidehustle Fall cookie decorating class (free!)
DESCRIPTION:🍂 Fall Cookie Decorating Drop-In with the Junior League of Johnson City \nCome decorate\, connect\, and get to know the Junior League of Johnson City! \nJoin us for a cozy fall afternoon at The Philosopher’s House on Sunday\, September 20 from 4–6 PM for our Fall Cookie Decorating Drop-In. Stop by anytime during the event\, decorate a festive fall cookie\, meet current Junior League members\, and learn more about what it means to be part of JLJC. \nWhether you’ve been thinking about joining the Junior League\, are new to the area\, want to become more involved in our community\, or are simply curious about who we are and what we do\, this event is for you!\nThere’s no formal presentation and no pressure✨just cookies\, conversation\, and a chance to learn about the friendships\, leadership opportunities\, and community impact that come with Junior League membership.\n\nHow to register: No registration needed for this one! Drop-in \nCost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit. \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \n🍪 Fall cookie decorating + refreshments\n❤️ Free and open to women interested in learning more about JLJC\nCome for the cookies. Stay for the community. Find your place in the League.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/sidehustle-fall-cookie-decorating-class-free/
CATEGORIES:Event,Food-Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T193000
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SUMMARY:Fall Equinox Celebration Special Event
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Fall Equinox with us! \nJoin us for an evening together\, honoring the changing season\, focused on shared experiences\, healing arts\, learning\, and community connection. One low ticket price (supporting the teahouse nonprofit) gets you into a variety of performances\, workshops\, and art/craft time. After the scheduled offerings\, we will gather in the courtyard for a drop-in hang out around the firepit with live music by (TBD) \nSupport the teahouse\, honor the mid-way point between summer/winter solstice\, enjoy community harmony\, and delicious tea with us during this special Monday night programming! \nHow to register: Purchase ticket here https://square.link/u/TaqbgAMY \nCost: 15.00 per person\, all inclusive other than food/beverage purchases \nOrganizer: Ren at thephilosophershouse@gmail.com \nFall equinox event schedule of events: \n4:30pm Intro to Somatic workshop with Kate Brennan\, classroom (first-come\, first-served\, line up at classroom door) \n5:30pm Herb workshop with Phil from Herbalachia\, classroom\nIn this session open to all with any level of experience or interest in herbalism we will consider this time of year. Equinox is the beginning of autumn and the balance of day and night\, light and dark. So let’s consider herbs that have a special resonance for this time of year\, as well as looking at local seasonal herbs and the idea of living with the seasons. \n6:15pm Fall/equinox themed storytelling and poetry\, living room. Vianna Isbister\, Kayla Nichols\, and Emily Katt. \n6:30pm Sound bath with Morgan Tao on Vibraphone\, classroom (first-come\, first-served\, line up at classroom door) \nOngoing from 4:30-7:30pm: Art project table with Susan Lachman\, Tisane tasting (goodies from the teahouse garden)\, Ageless Integrative Medicine (Teaching about “food facials”…wonderful facials you can do at home using ingredients easily accessible at the grocery store)\, Mulberry Mobile Nursery (get your fall plants)\, and more…. \nAll of the above are included in your ticket price. We hope you’ll stay for the drop-in community gathering in the courtyard afterwards as well. Come for one\, or both! \n7:30pm Courtyard Stargazing (no ticket needed): Live music\, S’mores\, BYOW and snacks community event \nBring your own wine and finger food if you wish (optional) and we will have the S’mores fixings out (donation based\, suggested 5.00) with the firepit going. Live music with Elephants Asleep (Indie/Folk) until 9:00pm
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/fall-equinox-celebration-special-event/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T191357Z
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SUMMARY:Courtyard Stargazing Fall Equinox hang out
DESCRIPTION:This drop-in event follows our ticketed Fall Equinox event taking place from 4:30-7:30pm. Join us for one\, or both! \n Courtyard Stargazing (no ticket needed): Live music\, S’mores\, BYOW and snacks community event outdoors in the deck/courtyard area. \nBring your own wine and finger food if you wish (optional) and we will have the S’mores fixings out (donation based\, suggested 5.00) with the firepit going. Live music with Elephants Asleep until 9:00pm \nInvite your friends and family for a night of seasonal celebration and community gathering! \nAbout the band:\nElephants Asleep is a four-part appalachian indie/ folk group made up of best friends. While taking inspiration from songwriters like Leonard Cohen\, Adrianne Lenker\, and Conor Oberst\, what holds this music together is its soulful yet playful acoustic instrumentation. Elephants Asleep is both gentle and raucous\, charged with heart and warmth.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/courtyard-stargazing/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261107T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261107T140000
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SUMMARY:November Sound Bath
DESCRIPTION:Join Soprano Moira Murphy for a centering session through this unique sound bath experience. Combining guided meditation with soprano vocals and drone and percussion instruments from around the world\, Moira creates an ethereal soundscape to encourage relaxation and spiritual introspection. Music will range across improvisations\, chants of 12th century mystic Hildegard von Bingen\, Appalachian folk tunes\, and original compositions. We will be focusing on the robust joy of midsummer\, celebrating the explosion of green and life around us in this beautiful place we call home. \nHer Medieval Sound Bath installment of this event received the Sound Design Award at this year’s Asheville Fringe Fest (and was sold out twice) so you don’t want to miss this! \nFloor cushions will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own or your own yoga mat. \nHow To Register: \nhttps://www.moirasmountain.com/event-details/november-sound-bath \nCost: 20.00 per person \nLocation: Classroom/meditation space\, 2nd floor \nContact: moiras.mountain@gmail.com \nAbout Moira: \n\nMoira Murphy is originally from East Tennessee\, but has lived and performed all over the country. Her path has taken her across opera stages\, on stage with orchestras\, jazz combos\, indie\, rock\, goth\, and metal bands\, behind the piano\, and to the conducting podium. She is currently a music director\, music teacher\, and arranger living back in the hills and hollers. Her arrangements of the chants of 12th century mystic Hildegard von Bingen have transformed from a recital into a full sound bath experience\, which has blossomed into appearances around the country and recordings available online. Her debut solo album\, ‘A Trembling Flame\,’ as well as guided meditation tracks\, are streaming on Spotify and YouTube.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/november-sound-bath/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261122T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260901T205242Z
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SUMMARY:Teahouse Friendsgiving potluck
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday gathering centered around shared food and friendship. Bring a favorite dish and gather in the living room area where Some Old Friends will share live music and help us create a festive vibe!\n\nHow to register: No registration needed\, just bring a dish at 4pm to join the fun!\n\nCost: 5.00 donation at tea counter to support space encouraged but not required!\n \nLocation: Living room/fireplace\, 1st floor\n\nWe will have hot spiced cider out for everyone to enjoy.
URL:https://thephilosophershouse.org/event/teahouse-friendsgiving-potluck/
LOCATION:The Philosopher’s House\, 117 W Fairview Ave.\, Johnson City\, 37604
CATEGORIES:Event,Food-Drink
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