Steeped in Stories Author Meetup
2026-09-22 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-10-27 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-11-24 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-12-22 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
Monthly meet up for local authors on 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 Marvin.
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 Marvin: marvin@marvinlchoffman.com
Location: 2nd floor, drawing room
Cost: 5.00 donation at tea counter or food/drink purchases encouraged.

Silent Book Club JC
2026-09-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-25 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-27 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

Business Book Club
2026-09-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-11-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-12-27 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
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 loves learning to join us, drop in for only the books that interest you or put it in your calendar for all 12 months.

How to register: No registration needed. Drop-in
Cost: Food/beverage purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay.
Location: Fireplace/Living Room, 1st floor
Organizer: Jenna Tamayo at 1jenna.tamayo@gmail.com
Our year of books:
January: Radical Candor
February: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team
March:The Innovators Dilemma
April: Good Strategy, Bad Strategy
May: Financial Intelligence
Juney: Psychology of Money
July: The 80/20 Principle
August: Unreasonable Hospitality
September: Net Positive
October: Hooked
November: The Hard Thing about Hard Things
December: The Slight Edge

Poetry Writer's Workshop
2026-10-02 15:20 - 17:20, 2026-10-16 15:20 - 17:20, 2026-11-06 15:20 - 17:20, 2026-11-20 15:20 - 17:20, 2026-12-04 15:20 - 17:20, 2026-12-18 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

Listen up Book Club
2026-10-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-12-06 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

PoetTEA; Open Mic Poetry
2026-10-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-11-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-12-11 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
Join members of the Poetry Society of Tennessee and the Philosopher’s House Writer’s Workshop for an evening of poetry and community at this monthly open mic night.
Second Fridays of each month from 6:00-7:30PM, with open mic sign-ups starting at 5:45PM. Spots are limited to 4 minutes per poet.
Co-hosted by various members of the Poetry Society of Tennessee.
Also be sure to check out our Poetry Writer’s Workshop held every other Friday at 3:30 PM at the Philosopher’s House if you would enjoy the opportunity to share your poetry in a more intimate setting and receive feedback. For more information about the Poetry Society of Tennessee, check out their website.
How to register: Drop-in
Location: Fireplace/living room, 1st floor
Cost: Free. Food and drink purchases encouraged to support teahouse nonprofit
Organizer contact: Contact Kayla Nichols with any questions: nichols.kmichelle@gmail.com / 423-571-2949.

Steeped in Stories Author Meetup
2026-10-13 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-11-10 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-12-08 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.

Storytelling Open Mic
2026-10-16 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-11-06 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-12-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | The Philosopher’s House, 117 W Fairview Ave., Johnson City, 37604
Sign ups start at 6:15pm
Theme: TBD
(Note: your story does not have to fit into the theme of community but if you are looking for a creative challenge, feel free to try and match the theme!)

Step into an evening of stories with local storytellers at our brand-new Open Mic series, hosted in our cozy living room space for community, creativity, and connection. From 6:30 to 8:00PM, we invite storytellers to take the mic for 5–7 minute slots. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or taking your first leap, this is a welcoming space to share your voice.
Sign-up opens at 6:15 PM, so come early and grab your spot. Each evening also features a 20-minute set by a featured storyteller, offering a deeper dive into the power of narrative to connect and inspire. The featured teller for this month, and beyond, could be you! Contact Vianna for details. Wander through the teahouse, grab a cup, and let the stories inspire you!
Cost: 5.00 donation to teahouesnonprofit or food and drink purchases encouraged. All are welcome regardless of ability to pay.
Location: Living Room/Fireplace, 1st floor
Host: Vianna Isbister at isbisterv13@gmail.com
